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JD Vance Calls US-Iran Deal 'Very General' as Details Await Negotiation

JD Vance describes the US-Iran memorandum of understanding as 'very general,' with key details pending further negotiations ahead of the planned signing in Geneva.

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Vice-president JD Vance appears on Fox News to promote the US-Iran memorandum of understanding.

US Air Force B-52 Bomber Crashes After Takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California, producing a large plume of smoke. Emergency crews responded immediately. The B-52 is a long-range strategic bomber with a significant payload capacity and crew of five.

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Getty Images A US B-52 Stratofortress bomber seen in the skies above the UK in March

King Tides Trigger Warnings Along California Coast After Two Fatalities

King tides along California's coast have caused massive waves, flooding, and dangerous rip currents, leading to two deaths and prompting safety advisories for beachgoers.

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Trump Announces US-Iran Peace Deal Signed as G7 Leaders Address Key Issues

US President Trump announced the US-Iran peace deal is signed and the Strait of Hormuz will reopen Friday. G7 leaders address ceasefire breaches, Iran's maritime fees, and economic impacts amid ongoing regional tensions.

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Donald Trump stands by a G7 sign in the red, white and blue of the French flag. He is facing to one side and his hair is blowing in the breeze.

Canada Ends Human Rights Watchdog Overseeing Firms Abroad Amid Criticism

Canada is ending the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise, citing ineffectiveness since 2019 amid US criticism over forced labour enforcement. CORE investigated few cases, mainly related to Xinjiang, China. New legislation aims to strengthen forced labour controls.

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workers sit as they work on wool carpets

Trump Plans July 4 Rally, Announces US-Iran Peace Deal Amid G7 Summit Tensions

Donald Trump announces a July 4 rally in Washington, reveals a US-Iran peace deal, and attends the G7 summit amid strained relations. UFC White House fight night draws mixed reactions, while JD Vance considers a 2028 presidential run.

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President Donald Trump and UFC CEO Dana White stand on a balcony of the White House on 14 June.

Madison Protesters Oppose Plan to Cull Hundreds of Geese at Lady Ann Lake

Madison's Edgewater HOA plans to cull 226 Canada geese at Lady Ann Lake, sparking protests and calls for humane alternatives from residents and animal rights groups.

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11 Skydivers and Pilot Die in Missouri Plane Crash Near Butler Airport

A plane leased by a skydiving company crashed near Butler Memorial Airport, Missouri, killing 11 skydivers and the pilot. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident.

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Getty Images An ambulance on the way to the scene of an accident in Sydney on 20 July 2002.

Teen Shot and Buses Torched Amid Knicks' Historic NBA Title Celebrations in Manhattan

A teenager was shot and buses torched during chaotic celebrations in Manhattan following the New York Knicks' first NBA championship win in over 50 years. Police reported multiple injuries, arrests, and destructive behavior amid the city's jubilation.

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Reuters A yellow school bus is set alight with fire and smoke protruding from the vehicle at night time in Manhattan, New York City. Bystanders are gathered on the pavement opposite where the bus is parked, some taking videos on their phones. One bystander is sat on a bike.

Judge Orders Reinstatement of National Park Plaques Removed Under Trump Order

A US judge orders the Trump administration to restore history and science materials removed from national monuments under a 2025 executive order, condemning the actions as censorship and mandating compliance within 21 days.

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Massive Fire Destroys California Medical Warehouse, Triggers Evacuations

A massive fire destroyed a medical equipment warehouse in Tracy, California, prompting evacuations and an ongoing investigation. No injuries were reported as authorities battle the blaze amid challenging conditions.

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Black smoke pours into the sky and fire burns as a blaze ignites a large warehouse site

Fisa Spy Powers Likely to Expire as Congress Fails to Act Amid Political Dispute

A key provision of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is set to expire after Congress failed to extend it amid controversy over Trump’s appointment of Bill Pulte as acting DNI.

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