MIAMI — A federal judge is examining whether the resolution of President Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service involved deception, collusion or possible fraud on the court. U.S. District Judge Kathleen M. Williams ordered further briefing on Friday, May 29, 2026, after 35 former federal judges asked her to reconsider the case’s closure. No finding of fraud has been made. Trump, his two elde

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A federal judge has kept the Trump administration’s proposed $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund on hold after senior officials declined to provide sworn assurances that the program had been abandoned. U.S. District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema issued a preliminary injunction on Friday, June 12, 2026, barring the Justice and Treasury departments from creating, financing or operating the fund. The order

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei approved the U.S.-Iran agreement despite reservations, giving political backing to an interim memorandum as negotiations moved forward in Switzerland. In a written message issued Thursday, June 18, 2026, Khamenei said he authorized the memorandum after President Masoud Pezeshkian and other senior officials assured him that Iran’s rights and the interests of what Tehran calls the “Resistance Front” would be protected.

More than 30,000 soccer fans packed San Pedro Square for one of San Jose’s World Cup watch parties, turning the downtown district into a crowded international fan zone. Some supporters were turned away after the Mexico-South Korea screening reached capacity. San Pedro Square World Cup Watch Parties Boost Downtown Businesses The San Jose Earthquakes designated San Pedro Square as the official Soccer Celebration headquarters, bringing large match-day cro

Texas leaders praised New World screwworm funding awards intended to support projects combating the pest and protecting the state’s livestock industry. The announcement presented the awards as part of efforts to prevent the New World screwworm threat from harming animals and livestock operations in Texas. The supplied information did not specify the funding amount, grant recipients, project locations or implementation timeline. New World Screwwo

The US-Iran deal has opened a 60-day diplomatic window, but it has also sharpened security concerns in Israel. Israeli officials and analysts worry that Tehran could receive economic relief while decisions on uranium enrichment, ballistic missiles and regional armed groups remain unsettled. The negotiation period began on Thursday, June 18, 2026, under an interim memorandum approved by President Donald Trump and Iranian leaders. The framework seeks to halt hostiliti

The USMNT Round of 32 match date is Wednesday, July 1, 2026, after the United States beat Australia 2-0 and secured first place in World Cup 2026 Group D. The Americans will play at 5:00 PM PT, or 8:00 PM ET, in Santa Clara, California, against a third-place qualifier whose identity will be determined later. USMNT Round of 32 match date, time and opponent The United States will face a third-place team from Group B, E, F, I or J at San Francisco Bay Area

Grocery Outlet is Ohio’s fastest-growing brand in Yelp’s 2026 analysis, placing ahead of 7 Brew, Wingstop, Smoothie King and Paris Baguette. Yelp released the report on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, after comparing business and consumer activity in 2025 with 2024. The ranking combined net new business openings, changes in Yelp searches and consumer activity, including business-page views, photo uploads and reviews. Why Grocery Outlet ranked No. 1 in Ohio

A major fire tore through the Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham resort in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic, at approximately 11:00 a.m. Atlantic Standard Time on Friday, June 19, 2026, forcing authorities to evacuate about 1,690 guests. Dominican emergency authorities confirmed that Francesca Valentino, a 46-year-old Italian tourist, died in the fire. Three people were transported to medical facilities, while six others were treated at the scene for injuries and symptoms that included smo

At least 13 people were injured in the Princeton Park shooting after two gunmen fired from a red SUV into a crowd on Chicago’s South Side, police said. The shooting happened at about 11:00 PM CDT on Friday, June 19, 2026, on West 95th Street near South Wentworth Avenue. Two victims were listed in critical condition, and police had not announced any arrests. What Police Said About the Princeton Park Shooting Chicago police sai

Why is the B-52 called the BUFF? The nickname is an informal Air Force term for the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, reflecting the bomber’s immense size, unconventional appearance and decades of service. B-52 BUFF Meaning and Origin Boeing gave the long-range bomber the official name Stratofortress, suggesting strength and high-altitude power. Aircrews and maintainers instead embraced BUFF, commonly presented in public as “Big Ugly Fat Fellow.” Inside

Pakistan’s FATF grey-lit history has returned to attention following India’s election to the vice-presidency of the global financial-crime watchdog. Read more about India’s first election to the FATF vice-presidency and why the appointment matters. India’s new leadership position gives New Delhi greater visibility i

What is FATF, and why can its decisions affect governments, banks and investors worldwide? The Financial Action Task Force is the leading international body that sets standards for combating money laundering, terrorist financing and the financing of weapons proliferation. The organisation has received renewed attention after India was elected FAT

India has been elected FATF vice-president for the first time, placing senior official Vivek Aggarwal in a key leadership role at the global body that sets standards against money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. The Financial Action Task Force announced the appointment after its plenary meeting in Paris on Friday, June 19, 2026. Aggarwal, a 1994-batch Indian Administrative Service officer and secretary in India’s Ministry of Culture, will serve from Ju

The Japan housework gender gap is drawing renewed attention after images of Japanese fans cleaning stadium seats during the FIFA World Cup 2026 won international praise. A viral post argued that the same sense of responsibility should extend to chores and unpaid care work at home. Viral post links stadium cleanup to unpaid work The post urged Japanese men to “share unpaid care work at home,” arguing that their contribution to househo

Indian Space Startups Strengthen NavIC Push With Eyes And Ears In Orbit India’s private space companies are no longer just supporting Isro — they are building satellites that could help the country watch borders, track signals, and strengthen NavIC. At the India Space Congress 2026 in New Delhi, several Indian firms showcased satellite technologies focused on surveillance, si

Ram Mandir Donation Records Under SIT Scanner Over Missing 60 kg Silver Ayodhya, June 20, 2026: The ongoing probe into alleged irregularities in Ram Mandir donation records has widened after 60 kg of silver bars donated during the consecration ceremony were reportedly found missing from official records. The silver bars were said to have been offered to Ram Lalla during the Pran

James Burrows Dies At 85: Friends Director Who Shaped TV Comedy James Burrows, the legendary television director who helped shape the laughter of generations through shows like Friends, Cheers, and Will & Grace, has died at the age of 85. His death marks the end of a remarkable career that helped define modern American sitcoms for more than five decades. Burrows was regarded

Supreme Court Says Right To Walk On Safe Footpaths Is A Fundamental Right The Supreme Court has declared that walking on safe and clearly marked footpaths is a fundamental right, strengthening the legal protection available to pedestrians across India. In a significant ruling, the court said public authorities have a duty to provide and maintain footpaths wherever roads exist. The judgment pl