A professor says the United States is not in a strong position in peace talks with Iran. The US tried to force Iran to give in by military pressure, but that did not work. Now both sides are back at the negotiation table while Iran holds the upper hand.
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The US shifted its approach from trying to change Iran’s government to trying to make Iran surrender on certain demands.
Military actions, including bombing, failed to force Iran to agree.
The US ruled out sending ground troops to Iran.
Iran retaliated against Gulf countries during the conflict.
Blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route, had a big impact on the global economy.
The current peace talks are tense and not balanced, with Iran having the advantage.
President Donald Trump threatened strikes on Iran during the period of talks.
The ongoing conflict involves multiple countries in the Middle East, including Israel, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman.
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The U.S. Senate is set to vote on an important housing bill later today. Meanwhile, voters in New York are taking part in primary elections to choose candidates for the upcoming fall elections, where progressive and Democratic Socialist candidates are competing.
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The Senate plans to pass a major housing bill today.
The bill focuses on housing issues, but specific details are not provided in the article.
New York is holding primary elections to select candidates for the fall.
Progressive and Democratic Socialist candidates are competing in these New York primaries.
The Hill’s editorial and reporting team discussed these events live.
Primary elections help political parties choose their candidates for general elections.
The outcome of these races will affect local and possibly national politics.
The events reflect ongoing debates within the Democratic Party between different political groups.
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As the US and Iran continue peace talks, reporters visited Tehran to learn what people there think about the negotiations. Some Iranians who oppose their government hoped the ongoing conflicts would lead to change, but many are now feeling disappointed because Iran’s leaders appear more united.
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The US and Iran are engaged in ongoing peace talks.
Journalists gained rare access to public opinions in Tehran, Iran’s capital.
People opposing the Iranian government had hoped war would bring political change.
Iranian leaders seem more united now than before the talks.
This unity has caused feelings of disappointment among anti-government Iranians.
The peace talks include discussions about Lebanon and regional conflicts involving Israel and Hezbollah.
President Donald Trump has warned of possible military strikes related to Iran’s actions.
The situation around the Hormuz Strait, a strategic waterway, remains tense with sailors facing challenges.
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In 2025, India's Supreme Court declared maternity leave a basic right for working women. Indian law grants 26 weeks of paid maternity leave for up to two children, but challenges remain in fully supporting working mothers.
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The Supreme Court of India made maternity leave a fundamental right in 2025.
Women in India can get 26 weeks of paid maternity leave.
Paid maternity leave covers up to two children per woman.
This law is seen as progress for women's rights in India.
Advocates say more work is needed to protect working mothers’ rights fully.
The issue reflects broader challenges for women in the Indian workforce.
Maternity leave laws in India are among the most generous globally.
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Quentin Tarantino and Kylie Minogue are filming a new movie in the Welsh town of Porthcawl. The film is directed by British filmmaker Jamie Adams and includes scenes shot at local locations such as the Saltwater Inn and a church in nearby Newton.
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Quentin Tarantino and Kylie Minogue were seen filming in Porthcawl, Wales.
They filmed scenes at the Saltwater Inn and a church in Newton.
The film is directed by British filmmaker Jamie Adams.
Tarantino previously worked with Adams on the film Only What We Carry.
Only What We Carry was filmed on the Normandy coast and premiered at the Tribeca film festival.
Tarantino had a small role in that film as a wealthy benefactor.
Jamie Adams described Tarantino’s voice as inspiring and likened working with him to “Disneyland for filmmakers.”
Tarantino and the crew were also spotted at the Parkgate Hotel in Cardiff during filming.
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The artificial intelligence industry is spending heavily in the 2026 U.S. midterm elections to influence upcoming AI laws. The Democratic primary in New York’s 12th district has become a major focus, with big money supporting and opposing Alex Bores, a candidate pushing for AI regulation.
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AI-focused political groups have raised about $100 million for the 2026 elections, spending $44 million so far.
Nearly half of this spending targets the New York City Democratic primary for the 12th House district.
Alex Bores, a former tech worker and current assemblymember, supports stronger AI safety and regulation.
Bores sponsored the Raise Act, which requires big AI companies to publish safety plans.
Leading the Future, a pro-AI regulation federal framework group funded by venture capitalists Marc Andreessen, Ben Horowitz, and OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman, has spent $8.2 million opposing Bores.
Opposing Super PACs like You Can Push Back and Jobs and Democracy, funded by crypto billionaire Chris Larsen and AI company Anthropic ($20 million), support stronger AI safeguards and have spent $11 million to counter Leading the Future’s ads.
The spending has made the race a symbol of a wider conflict within the AI industry about how to regulate the technology.
Polls show Bores and another candidate, Micah Lasher, both support AI regulation but are in a tight race.
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Agencies from the Five Eyes alliance (Australia, US, UK, New Zealand, Canada) warned that advanced AI systems capable of disrupting governments and businesses could be ready within months. They urged leaders to treat cyber risks from AI as a major business and security issue requiring broad action.
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The Five Eyes intelligence agencies issued a rare joint warning about powerful AI models.
These AI systems could greatly increase the speed and complexity of cyber attacks.
The agencies say AI will change cyber offense and defense far sooner than expected—within months, not years.
The US recently blocked foreign nationals from using Anthropic’s AI models, Fable and Mythos, due to security concerns.
Mythos AI detects cybersecurity weaknesses but is tightly controlled to prevent misuse.
Experts believe other advanced AI models from around the world may soon emerge.
Australia included Anthropic in its national AI plan to promote safety and information sharing.
The Australian government prefers light regulation aiming to support innovation and economic benefits.
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The article discusses how, through history, people’s views about the personal lives of leaders have changed. Sometimes society focuses closely on leaders’ private behavior, while at other times it is more accepting and less concerned.
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History shows cycles in how people judge leaders’ personal character.
At certain times, private behavior of leaders is highly scrutinized.
Other times, society allows more tolerance about leaders’ personal lives.
This pattern reflects changing social attitudes over time.
The article does not mention a specific leader or event.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced he will step down as leader of the Labour Party but will stay on as caretaker prime minister until a new leader is chosen. Andy Burnham, who recently won a local election, is expected to replace him. An early general election is unlikely.
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Keir Starmer is resigning as leader of the Labour Party.
Starmer will remain as caretaker prime minister until a new leader is selected.
Andy Burnham is the likely successor to Starmer.
Burnham recently won the Makerfield by-election.
The change in prime minister is described as a “passing of the crown.”
An early general election in the UK is not expected at this time.
Starmer’s resignation reflects changing political moods and international factors.
The announcement was made on June 22, 2026.
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Many big stores are offering large discounts this week, including Amazon during its Prime Day event. Kelly O’Grady explains how to find the best deals this summer.
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Big retailers are having sales with big discounts this week.
Amazon is holding its Prime Day event, a special sales event for Prime members.
Prime Day offers lower prices on many products.
Other stores also have summer sales at the same time.
Kelly O’Grady provides tips on how to find these summer deals.
The sales are aimed at helping shoppers save money.
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China has added 10 US companies to its export control list, stopping the export of certain goods that can be used for both civilian and military purposes to these companies. China also banned its government from buying products from nearly 50 US firms in response to the US Pentagon blacklisting about 80 Chinese companies for their links to the Chinese military.
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China added 10 US companies, including rare-earth mining and defense firms, to its export control list.
Chinese companies are barred from exporting "dual-use" items to these US firms; dual-use means goods that can be used for both civilian and military purposes.
China also banned government procurement from 46 US companies, including major defense contractors like Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
US companies funded locally in China were exempt from this government procurement ban.
The US Pentagon blacklisted about 80 Chinese companies linked to the Chinese military earlier in June 2024.
The US list includes big Chinese firms like Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD, but the US did not ban doing business with them.
Experts see China’s move as a retaliation for US restrictions, possibly signaling a new phase in the ongoing US-China trade tensions.
Some affected companies have already moved part of their supply chains out of China to reduce risks.
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A recent poll shows that most Americans doubt President Trump’s agreement plan with Iran. The poll found that 57% of people think the conflict with Iran causes more problems than it fixes.
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The poll was conducted by CBS News and YouGov.
Most Americans feel uncertain about the future of the U.S.-Iran deal.
57% say issues with Iran cause more problems than solutions.
The poll focused on public opinion about President Trump’s approach to Iran.
The findings reflect growing skepticism about the success of the deal.
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Pakistan’s disaster agency has issued a nationwide alert due to forecasts of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and flooding, especially in the northern mountainous areas. The country faces increased risks from melting glaciers, which create unstable glacial lakes that can burst and cause severe flooding.
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Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued a alert warning of storms and flooding in many areas over the next 12 to 24 hours.
Northern regions like Hunza, Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are most at risk of floods from heavy rain and Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs).
Cities such as Islamabad and Rawalpindi are also warned about possible urban flooding.
Pakistan often experiences severe monsoon rains, with major floods happening in 2022 and 2025.
Melting glaciers in Pakistan’s mountain ranges have created thousands of glacial lakes, 33 of which are known to be vulnerable to sudden, dangerous bursts.
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods can release large volumes of water quickly, damaging farms, bridges, and communities downstream.
Pakistan launched a project in 2017 with the UN to reduce GLOF risks by improving early warning systems and flood protections, but coverage remains limited.
Some affected valleys still lack early warning systems, increasing the danger for residents.
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Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right millionaire supported by President Donald Trump, has won Colombia’s presidential election in a close race against left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda. De la Espriella’s win will bring changes to Colombia’s economic and foreign policies, reversing many of the programs started by outgoing President Gustavo Petro.
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Abelardo de la Espriella won about 49.66% of the vote, narrowly beating Ivan Cepeda, who received around 48.7%.
Ivan Cepeda was backed by outgoing leftist President Gustavo Petro, Colombia’s first left-wing president.
Over 26.3 million people voted out of 41.4 million eligible voters in the election.
De la Espriella has promised to restore relations with Israel and move Colombia’s embassy to Jerusalem.
Petro’s policies included boosting aid to the poor, labor reform, stopping new oil projects, peace talks with armed groups, and cutting ties with Israel.
Cepeda’s campaign challenged the results from about 33,000 polling stations, nearly a quarter of all stations.
Colombia has faced over 60 years of conflict involving leftist rebels, drug cartels, and paramilitary groups.
The election shows deep political division in Colombia, with a very narrow margin of victory.
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Vice President JD Vance said talks with Iran are moving forward despite difficulties. He reported that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and Iran has agreed to let international nuclear inspectors enter the country again to check on the deal being made.
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Vice President JD Vance provided an update on negotiations with Iran.
Talks are progressing even though Iran has been making threats and complaints.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for shipping, is currently open.
Iran agreed to allow inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) back into the country.
These inspectors help monitor Iran’s nuclear program and ensure it follows the agreement.
The news was reported by CBS News correspondents Aaron Navarro and Courtney Kealy.
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King Charles III has appointed four British prime ministers in less than four years, a faster turnover than during Queen Elizabeth II’s 70-year reign. The current prime minister, Keir Starmer, announced his resignation, making way for a new Labour Party leader who will become prime minister.
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King Charles III became monarch in September 2022.
Since then, he has had four prime ministers: Liz Truss, Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer, and soon a fourth after Starmer’s resignation.
Liz Truss served the shortest term in history, lasting only 49 days.
Rishi Sunak served from late 2022 until July 2024, when he lost the general election to Keir Starmer.
Starmer announced his resignation on July 1, 2024, citing low approval ratings and party pressure.
Starmer will remain prime minister until the Labour Party selects a new leader, expected by September 2024.
Queen Elizabeth II had 15 prime ministers over her 70-year reign, with longer average terms.
Recent British politics has seen shorter terms for prime ministers, reflecting political instability.
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President Donald Trump posted a mysterious picture of an unidentified blonde woman on Truth Social the night before Father’s Day, calling her a “Great daughter.” The photo appears old and was taken at Camp David, and the exact identity of the woman remains unclear, though she may be connected to Andrea Catsimatidis, a Republican party leader and Trump supporter.
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President Trump shared a photo of a blonde woman on Truth Social before Father’s Day.
The caption called her a “Great daughter.”
The woman’s identity is unknown; it is not Trump’s known daughters Ivanka or Tiffany.
The photo was taken at Camp David and looks old, with furnishings from the Clinton era.
The woman might be Margo Catsimatidis or possibly her daughter Andrea Catsimatidis.
Andrea Catsimatidis is involved in Manhattan Republican politics and attended Trump’s birthday event.
Andrea replied to the post thanking President Trump for the invitation and support.
The post does not relate clearly to Father’s Day or any specific event.
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Alan Greenspan, who served as the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve, died at the age of 100. He was the Fed chair during the administrations of four U.S. presidents.
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Alan Greenspan led the Federal Reserve, which controls U.S. monetary policy.
He served under four U.S. presidents during his time as Fed chair.
Greenspan was known for influencing U.S. economic policies.
He died at the age of 100.
The Federal Reserve plays a key role in managing inflation and interest rates in the U.S.
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Vice President Vance said the first day of talks with Iranian negotiators in Switzerland went very well. He reported significant progress but did not say how long he would stay in Europe.
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Talks with Iranian officials started on Sunday in Switzerland.
Vice President Vance described the first day as very successful.
The talks made a lot of good progress toward their goals.
Vance confirmed they accomplished what they wanted on the first day.
It is not clear how long Vance will continue in Europe for these talks.
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A Tesla car crashed into a house in Katy, Texas, resulting in one death. The driver said the car’s autopilot feature was on at the time. Authorities are investigating the incident.
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The crash happened in Katy, Texas.
One person died in the accident.
The Tesla was reportedly using autopilot during the crash.
Autopilot is a feature that helps the car drive itself partly.
Officials are currently investigating what caused the crash.
The driver reported that autopilot was engaged.
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