Strains Quickly Emerge on First Day of U.S.-Iran Talks
Iranian negotiators insisted on an end to the war in Lebanon as a condition. And President Trump renewed threats, even as Vice President JD Vance hailed progress.
Trump threatens to 'hit Iran very hard again' while Vance in Switzerland for talks
President Trump has threatened further attacks on Iran while Vice President Vance attended talks with Iranian officials in Switzerland on Sunday.
Colombia votes in runoff pitting leftist reformer against law-and-order newcomer - Reuters
Colombia votes in runoff pitting leftist reformer against law-and-order newcomer Reuters
Opinion | Why college is really so expensive - The Washington Post
Opinion | Why college is really so expensive The Washington Post
Parisians cool off in canal amid 'red alert' heatwave
France has issued red heatwave alerts for around half the country as temperatures soar to record levels.
House Democrat on Iran school bombing: ‘We’re going to push hard to get answers’
Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) on Sunday said lawmakers will “push hard” for answers behind the bombing that destroyed an Iranian girls school on the day U.S. and Israeli airstrikes first fell on the Middle Eastern country earlier this year. Crow accused the Trump administration of “slow rolling” answers about what happened at Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary…
Neither the War Nor Trump’s Deal Terminated the Main Threats in Iran, Analysts Say
Neither the war nor the agreement terminated the main threats emanating from Iran, many analysts said.
The new kings of the news business are in your inbox - The Washington Post
The new kings of the news business are in your inbox The Washington Post
We asked you to send us dad jokes. Here are 39 to delight and annoy you. - The Washington Post
We asked you to send us dad jokes. Here are 39 to delight and annoy you. The Washington Post
Xi meets Kim: China reaffirms support for North Korea’s nukes
China has been supporting the North Korean nuclear program all along because that program gives it leverage over Washington.
Susan Rice slams ‘flimsy’ Trump Iran MOU amid ‘stupid war’: ‘This is a very bad outcome’
Former national security adviser Susan Rice railed against President Trump’s memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran, ripping the 14-point agreement as “flimsy.” “It’s egregious, Jon,” Rice told ABC News’s Jonathan Karl Sunday, “because so many concessions were granted up front in this flimsy two-page memorandum of understanding that wouldn’t normally and shouldn’t have been granted…
Mamdani Burns Allies in Making a Big Bet for Congress and the Left
The strength of the mayor’s political brand will be tested on Tuesday, when his slate of leftist congressional candidates takes aim at Democratic incumbents.
EXCLUSIVE: Meet the man Israel chose to be its first-ever ambassador to the Christian world
Ambassador George Deek explains the mission behind his new role as special envoy to the Christian world and Israel's efforts to strengthen the Judeo-Christian bond.
Keir Starmer Reflects on ‘Political Challenges’ as Pressure to Resign Mounts
An ally of Keir Starmer’s told the BBC on Sunday that Mr. Starmer was “taking the time to think through what the political realities are today compared to last week.”
Graham on Iran deal: ‘I think it’s going to fail’
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Sunday said he thinks the tentative deal between the U.S. and Iran will fail. “If you don’t have a diplomatic path through the MOU, then you have to go to war, or some other form of coercion,” Graham told “Face the Nation” host Margaret Brennan, referring to the memorandum of…
Tulsi Gabbard, her guru and the mysterious messages that helped shape her political career - The Washington Post
Tulsi Gabbard, her guru and the mysterious messages that helped shape her political career The Washington Post
For cash-strapped farmers, deal to end Iran fighting comes too late - The Washington Post
For cash-strapped farmers, deal to end Iran fighting comes too late The Washington Post
Analysis | The surprising ways dandelions are good for us — and our gardens - The Washington Post
Analysis | The surprising ways dandelions are good for us — and our gardens The Washington Post
Protecting children is our common ground: Why we need the PLAN Act
The PLAN for School Safety Act is a bipartisan bill that provides targeted grants to establish or strengthen expert-led, state-based School Safety Centers, which will provide customized consulting services to help local schools design, improve, and execute evidence-based safety plans tailored to their community's unique environment.
Mamdani looks to flex political muscle in key New York House primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) is looking to use his political power to reshape New York’s congressional delegation less than six months after taking office. The popular mayor has made endorsements in multiple contests ahead of Tuesday’s House primaries in New York, including for progressive challengers to two sitting Democratic congressmen. One of these picks…
War in Lebanon Clouds U.S.-Iran Talks
Plus, the lucrative Polymarket bets that never were, and what to know about shark encounters.
How Trump’s Fragile Agreement With Iran Is Shaping the Midterms
Democrats say the president started an economically painful war that resulted in nothing positive. Republicans are more divided, even as they show some signs of relief at falling gas prices.
Israel Directs Its Military to Limit Its Actions in Lebanon, but Tensions Persist
It was not clear whether the new directive would resolve the friction that led to deadly clashes on Friday and Saturday and threatened to derail a preliminary U.S.-Iran peace deal.
Opinion | Britain’s Great Labour Hope for Change?
Andy Burnham could become the next Prime Minister. But why?
Protect Every Animal From Cruelty? Not in 2026, Oregon Democrats Say
A possible referendum in Oregon on animal rights would end fishing, hunting, even pest control, just when Democrats are trying really hard not to be seen as “weirdos again.”
Girl and two boys arrested on suspicion of murdering teenager
A girl and two boys have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a teenager who was stabbed to death in south London.
For Heirs of Custer and Sitting Bull, a 150-Year-Old Battle Is Personal
As the anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn approaches, relatives of the two men still grapple with the legacy of a contentious moment in U.S. history.
Strait of Hormuz oil flow ‘back towards normal’: Energy secretary
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that the flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz is returning “back towards normal,” a day after Iranian officials signaled they would be closing the vital waterway due to Israeli strikes in Lebanon. The Trump administration official said 67 ships went through the strait on Saturday, a slight…
UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday - Reuters
UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday Reuters
Half of France under red heat alert as alcohol banned at street music festival
Temperatures are forecast to peak on Monday, and authorities warn they could match historic highs.
Poland PM Tusk says political row with Ukraine is a 'strategic mistake' - Reuters
Poland PM Tusk says political row with Ukraine is a 'strategic mistake' Reuters
Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C - Reuters
Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C Reuters
Ethiopia PM's party wins landslide as fears grow of new conflict
Abiy Ahmed's party retains its huge majority despite unrest in several parts of Ethiopia and tensions with its neighbours.
How did basic literacy stop being a prerequisite for college?
American classrooms are seeing a decline in reading and math scores, which is a civilizational issue as it is linked to a decline in IQ scores, and is exacerbated by the use of AI which weakens judgment and the ability to think for oneself.
Ethiopian prime minister's party easily wins parliamentary election - Reuters
Ethiopian prime minister's party easily wins parliamentary election Reuters
‘What Do I Do? Do I Tell Her? How Do I Fix This?’
Some notable friends of Metropolitan Diary, including the actors Andrew Rannells and Tony Danza, share their stories in the first of a special series of columns marking the feature’s 50th anniversary.
US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland
The face-to-face meeting follows ongoing fighting in Lebanon and Iran's claim to have shut the Strait of Hormuz.
For Half a Century, Capturing New York’s Human Moments
Lovers’ quarrels on sidewalks, acts of kindness on public transportation, friendships forged under awnings in the rain and so much more of the city’s daily poetry.
Is hearing loss an Alzheimer’s warning sign? Research shows new risk factors
The number of people living with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double by 2060. New research is shedding light on warning signs and risk factors that could signal cognitive decline ahead.
Ingredient needed for pretty much all food just got way more expensive. Your grocery bill may soar too
The commodity is a crucial ingredient in growing or producing pretty much everything you put in your grocery cart or serve up on your dinner plate.
Seasoned leadership could help Quantum Space’s IPO take off
Bridenstine’s education, experience and knowledge of space issues, as well as his contacts in Washington, will be important.
Profit for me, pollution for thee in Louisiana
If we’re not vigilant, data centers and other facilities in the works for your home state could create the next Cancer Alley.
Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales
Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea suspended civilian gasoline sales Sunday as Ukraine ramped up attacks on fuel supplies on the Black Sea peninsula.
Spain swelters in first official heatwave of 2026 - Reuters
Spain swelters in first official heatwave of 2026 Reuters
Bolivia crisis begins to ease after lawmakers back state of emergency - Reuters
Bolivia crisis begins to ease after lawmakers back state of emergency Reuters
Why this religious group isn’t in favor of Trump-backed daylight saving time plan
Changing the clocks twice a year is annoying, for sure, but locking the clocks may "be extraordinarily difficult" for some.
Police name teenage spectator killed after crash at car rally
A teenager killed during a rally crash in Ireland has been named as Tadhg Callaghan Carter.
Low-key funeral held for giant of the art world David Hockney
The artist, who passed away at his home in London earlier this month, requested just his partner and great-nephew attend.
Israeli soldiers in Lebanon are free to take action if under threat, Israel's Katz says - Reuters
Israeli soldiers in Lebanon are free to take action if under threat, Israel's Katz says Reuters
After the fracture: how Britain's financial industry recovered from Brexit - Reuters
After the fracture: how Britain's financial industry recovered from Brexit Reuters
Erdogan orders talks to reopen Orthodox Christian seminary in Turkey, a focus for Trump - Reuters
Erdogan orders talks to reopen Orthodox Christian seminary in Turkey, a focus for Trump Reuters
Vance arrives in Switzerland as US-Iran nuclear talks get underway
Vice President Vance is now in Switzerland for talks over Iran’s nuclear program following an escalation in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. Vance, alongside special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir at a resort outside of the…
King Charles to reveal tax details for the first time, palace says - Reuters
King Charles to reveal tax details for the first time, palace says Reuters
No-fly zone for Iran talks disrupted flights at Zurich airport, authorities say - Reuters
No-fly zone for Iran talks disrupted flights at Zurich airport, authorities say Reuters
Sweet or Salty?
We catch up with The Times’s restaurant critics.
Raising taxes on the superrich is popular with voters. So why is it so hard to get done?
Americans are deeply divided on many issues. But taxing billionaires isn’t one of them.
Where Billionaires Summer, a Gardener Died in the Snow
A landscaper’s difficult life and lonely death reveal the human cost behind the Hamptons’ manicured landscape.
Extreme heat expected again at the Grand Canyon after 3 hikers die in heat-related incidents
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. (AP) — Visitors to Grand Canyon National Park are being warned about extreme heat that will plague the popular destination early next week after a recent increase in heat-related incidents in the inner canyon, including the deaths of three hikers. The U.S. National Weather Service issued an extreme heat watch at…
Indian cricketer, 15, hits record-breaking 50 in just 11 balls
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks the record for the fastest 50-over List A half-century in history on the same day he was not included in India's one-day international squad.
Tight security as Indian students resit medical exam after alleged paper leak
Millions of candidates face biometric checks and frisking as air force deployed to secure exam papers.
Brazil Moves To End the Six-Day Workweek
An illustration of office workers and the Brazilian flag
Today in Supreme Court History: June 21, 1989
6/21/1989: Texas v. Johnson is decided. The post Today in Supreme Court History: June 21, 1989 appeared first on Reason.com.
J. D. Vance’s AI Doctrine - The Atlantic
J. D. Vance’s AI Doctrine The Atlantic
This Father’s Day, Pray ‘Our Father’
Understanding God as Father has far-reaching effects.
Fuel sales halted in occupied Crimea as Ukraine targets oil facilities
Fuel had already been rationed due to shortages caused by Kyiv's attacks against supply routes in Russian-occupied territories.
Ukraine's battlefield shift has not solved its humanitarian crisis, IRC says - Reuters
Ukraine's battlefield shift has not solved its humanitarian crisis, IRC says Reuters
A new survey on dads found that 9 out of 10 had a surprising reaction to fatherhood
Men are traditionally thought of as providers for their children. But a report that interviewed thousands of fathers found them embracing another role.
Trump-backed 'El Tigre' looks to crush cartels, end Colombia's socialist era in pivotal election
Abelardo de la Espriella, known as El Tigre, rides voter frustration over crime and cartels in Colombia's high-stakes presidential runoff election.
America's Founders Blended Liberalism and Religion
An illustration of an early American flag with a torch and a cross
You Can’t Be a Superpower Without Allies
Even the most powerful state in the world is not all that powerful when it decides to go it alone.
Review: Widow's Bay is a boldly original take on comedic horror
An eminently binge-able series that honors classic horror tropes while reinventing them in surprising ways
White House puts RFK Jr. on road ahead of crucial midterms
The White House has put Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the road ahead of November’s midterm elections. Kennedy has been showing up in key battleground House districts in recent weeks, touting his Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda to improve the nation’s food and promoting similar administration initiatives. It’s a…
Cambodia cracked down on scams costing Americans billions. It created a new crisis
Cambodia's crackdown on scam centers has created a secondary crisis: thousands of stranded foreign workers are now roaming the streets of Phnom Penh.
Congress is finally set to pass a housing bill: Here’s what it would do
Congress is on the verge of passing a bipartisan housing package after months of often tense negotiations between House and Senate Republicans, a significant achievement that lawmakers in both parties are eager to tout back home. The bill, titled the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, would roll back some permitting regulations and limit corporations…
What to know about the temporary Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program
Starting in July, some Medicare beneficiaries will be able to access GLP-1 medications by paying one flat fee per month. The temporary program is set to run for a year-and-a-half through the end of 2027. But with less than two weeks before its launch, questions remain over how it will operate. The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, described by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)…
Dutch royals enjoy two big results in one World Cup day
There may be about 5,000 miles between the Netherlands and their former colony Curacao but members of the Dutch royal family managed to see both sides play on Saturday.
Prince William's children call him 'best papa' on 44th birthday
Prince William has been celebrating his 44th birthday on Father's Day, with his wife and children calling him the "best papa in the world".
Taiwan to stage five days of combat readiness drills - Reuters
Taiwan to stage five days of combat readiness drills Reuters
While the World Scrambles for Oil, China Sits on Full Tanks
The possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz may not prompt China to return quickly to prewar levels of oil purchases from the Persian Gulf.
A Diocese Tries to Protect Its 29-Foot Jesus From Trump’s Border Wall
In a battle of symbols, the Catholics of Las Cruces, N.M., argue that religious freedom should stop the wall from scarring a mountain that has attracted pilgrims for nearly a century.
Trump Administration Shuttered a Criminal Probe Into Fraudster’s Clemency
Federal prosecutors had been examining the circumstances behind the commutation of David Gentile’s sentence. He was aided by a Catholic priest friendly with the president.
Want to improve your agility? Try these exercises that combine speed and strength
These simple movements combine speed and strength to train your body's ability to rapidly generate force. They can also help prevent injury and boost agility.
Former Olympian denies vandalising Washington Reflecting Pool after arrest
Davey Hearn says he was simply touching the new paint at the site out of curiosity and did not remove or alter it.
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Father’s Day Is for Recommitting to the Job
Being an advocate for mothers is part of a father’s role.
Israel says it 'eliminated' two Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives tied to major funding network - Reuters
Israel says it 'eliminated' two Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives tied to major funding network Reuters
Ex-Olympian denies vandalising Trump's $14m reflective pool project
Donald Trump has claimed vandals are responsible for issues with the Reflecting Pool in Washington DC following a refurbishment costing more than $14m (£10.5m).
Driver who died in Bedford train crash that left 100 people injured is named
The driver who died in a train crash near Bedford in which 100 people were injured has been named as Shaun Burton, who was 60-years old.
Cyclist arrested at Reflecting Pool is former Olympian who denies vandalism claims - The Washington Post
Cyclist arrested at Reflecting Pool is former Olympian who denies vandalism claims The Washington Post
Yoghurt wars: Danone-Chobani clash underscores wider protein battle - Reuters
Yoghurt wars: Danone-Chobani clash underscores wider protein battle Reuters
Fifteen saves, one point: Room leads Curacao to World Cup history - Reuters
Fifteen saves, one point: Room leads Curacao to World Cup history Reuters
This Futuristic Japanese Warship Is on the Market and Winning Fans
Japan is looking to exports to revitalize its defense industry, strengthen regional deterrence against China and help meet global demand for arms.
Judge rules DOJ can release Biden audio recordings, transcripts to Heritage Foundation in special counsel probe
A federal judge said Friday that the Justice Department (DOJ) can release audio recordings and transcripts of former President Biden to the conservative Heritage Foundation but must wait three weeks to allow an appeals court to review Biden’s challenge. Judge Dabney Langhorne Friedrich denied Biden’s attempt to block the release of his decade-old conversations…
Curacao keeper Room shines in historic World Cup draw with Ecuador - Reuters
Curacao keeper Room shines in historic World Cup draw with Ecuador Reuters
African and Caribbean leaders call for payments, debt cancellation, formal apologies over slavery
African and Caribbean leaders adopted a 19-point reparations plan in Ghana demanding financial compensation, debt cancellation and formal apologies.
Backstage at Gorillaz' epic, one-off stadium show: 'The vibe is ridiculous'
Damon Albarn, De La Soul and Moonchild Sannelly talk backstage as Gorillaz play their biggest show.
Hydration breaks at World Cup add nothing but take away a lot, says Bielsa - Reuters
Hydration breaks at World Cup add nothing but take away a lot, says Bielsa Reuters
The U.S. Is Ramping Up Economic Warfare. Its Enemies Aren’t Blinking.
Economic pressure has largely failed to cow rogue regimes, as Iran, Russia and North Korea master the art of evading U.S. sanctions.
H5N1 bird flu confirmed in Australia for the first time, meaning virus has now reached every continent
Australia confirms its first case of H5N1 bird flu in a seabird near Esperance, Western Australia, meaning the virus has now reached every continent.
Saudi hopes of shock against Spain will be boosted without Yamal and Williams - Reuters
Saudi hopes of shock against Spain will be boosted without Yamal and Williams Reuters