Giorgia Meloni rejected Donald Trump’s G7 photo claim on Friday, June 19, 2026, calling the account “completely made up.” The dispute has since moved beyond a personal exchange, with Italy’s foreign minister canceling a planned visit to the United States. The Italian prime minister responded after Trump told Italian broadcaster La7 that she had strongly wanted a photograph with him during the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, held from Monday, June 15, through Wednesday

The Oregon denaturalization lawsuit seeks to revoke the U.S. citizenship of a 54-year-old resident accused of using multiple identities and concealing an earlier deportation order. Federal authorities in Portland said on Thursday, June 18, 2026, that they filed a civil complaint against Jaswinder Singh, also known as Balwinder Singh, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. The allegations have not been proven in court. Oregon dena

WALDWICK, N.J. — Waldwick police are investigating the theft of a Pride flag displayed near Route 17, the second reported removal of a borough Pride Month display since 2024. Officials said the flag disappeared about two weeks after it was placed on June 1 and that a replacement will be installed. Waldwick Pride flag theft under investigation Mayor Tom Giordano said the rainbow flag appeared to have been taken overnight. In a borough release, he condem

The Columbus gas prices summer outlook is improving as pump prices retreat from recent highs. Still, analysts say drivers may wait several months before prices return to levels seen before March. Columbus gas prices summer outlook points to gradual declines Gas prices in Columbus, Ohio, have fallen at several stations, giving motorists some relief after a sharp increase. Drivers said prices approached $5 per gallon during the surge. Zac Bruney

Columbus residents should expect Juneteenth 2026 closures and service changes on Friday, June 19, affecting mail, trash pickup, COTA buses, libraries, banks and city parking. Juneteenth National Independence Day commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free. The holiday became a federal observance in 2021. Columbus Juneteenth 2026 Closures for Mail and Banks USPS post offices will

CHICAGO — Obama Presidential Center museum tickets were sold out for the grand opening weekend as the new cultural and civic institution welcomed the public on Friday, June 19, 2026. The South Side center opened one day after a dedication ceremony on Thursday, June 18, 2026, featuring performers, speakers, celebrity guests and three former U.S. presidents. The public debut coincided with Juneteenth. Former

Misra seeks overhaul of Ram Mandir management Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Misra has called for a major restructuring of the Ram Mandir management system amid the ongoing controversy over alleged misappropriation of donations in Ayodhya. His remarks have added weight to growing concerns over how offerings, cash, jewellery and other valuables are being handled at one of India’s most important religious sites. Misra said

Kavitha revives row over Pawan Kalyan remarks Former MLC and Telangana Rakshana Sena president Kalvakuntla Kavitha has once again targeted Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan over his recent remarks linked to Telangana politics. Although the controversy appeared to have cooled down after Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the Congress leadership moved away from the issue, Kavitha has chosen to keep the debate active by raising it at a

Macron’s Hindi message draws attention French President Emmanuel Macron ended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France with a personal farewell message in Hindi, adding a warm diplomatic touch to the high-profile engagement between the two leaders. The message was shared after Modi’s visit and quickly drew attention because of Macron’s effort to address the Indian Prime Minister in Hindi. In the v

Cuba proposes major shift in economic policy Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero has presented lawmakers with a sweeping economic reform package aimed at reshaping parts of the island’s tightly controlled economy. The proposals, backed by the Communist Party and former leader Raúl Castro, come as Cuba faces rising pressure from US sanctions, a fuel blockade and worsening shortages of basic goods. The package still requires approval from th

US VP Vance Confronts Israeli Critics on Iran Deal US Vice President JD Vance delivered a sharp warning to Israeli cabinet ministers on Thursday, June 18,2026 regarding their public criticisms of the US-Iran agreement. Speaking at a White House briefing, Vance underscored that the United States remains Israel’s primary ally and cautioned that attacking Washington could undermine national interests. Alleged Misreading of US Support Vance em

Historic Opening of Obama Presidential Centre Barack Obama marked the official opening of his presidential centre in Chicago on Thursday, drawing a star-studded audience that included former US presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Joe Biden. The $850 million facility hosted political leaders, celebrities, and musicians, offering a platform to celebrate Obama’s legacy of “hope.” Notably absent

Hollister is launching a Target dorm collection featuring nearly 60 bedding, home decor and apparel products for college and back-to-school shoppers. The collection arrives online and in most Target stores June 28, with prices starting at $19.95. Hollister Target Dorm Collection Includes Bedding and Decor Called “The Hollister Collection at Target,” the line marks Hollister’s first expansion into home and decor merchandise. The teen-focused retaile

Updated Thursday, June 18, 2026 FCNR deposits vs U.S. CDs can both provide fixed returns on dollar savings, but the higher advertised rate does not automatically make one the better choice for every NRI. As of Thursday, June 18, 2026, HDFC Bank listed 6.00% annually on eligible three- to five-year U.S. dollar FCNR deposits. Marcus by Goldman Sachs listed 3.70% APY on a three-year CD and 3.80

FCNR vs NRE vs NRO accounts serve different purposes. The right choice generally depends on where the money was earned, which currency the depositor wants to hold and how easily the funds must move outside India. There is no single account that is best for every NRI. The RBI is encouraging banks to attract more foreign-currency deposits, although most NRI bank money in India remains in rupee-denominated accounts. Read ou

RBI’s push for FCNR deposits is designed to bring more foreign currency into India. But the latest available data show that most NRI bank money in India remains in rupee-denominated accounts. Where NRI Bank Deposits Were Held

Content note: This report discusses suicide and student mental health. NEW DELHI — The NEET retest crisis deepened after three medical aspirants in Coimbatore, Dehradun and Delhi were rNEET Retest Crisis: Three Aspirant Deaths Raise New Questions neet ug 2026, neet retest, student mental health, india education, nta, paper leak, pm modi, telegram restriction, medical entrance exameported dead by suicide in the days befor

The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday 18-06, 2026 adhered to its long-standing tradition by beginning proceedings with the rendition of the Tamil invocation song, Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu, followed by the National Anthem at the end of the session. The sequence reflects a practice followed in the state for several deca

Students Pressure And System Stress Highlighted At a large student gathering in Kota, Rahul Gandhi criticised India’s education framework, stating that it places excessive pressure on young learners and often leaves them mentally exhausted. The Congress leader made the remarks during the “Chhatron Ki Goon

Taiwan has renewed its push for approval of a proposed $14 billion defense package from the United States, arguing that its security environment has become increasingly unstable. The request comes at a time when military activity and political messaging across the Taiwan Strait have intensified, placing additional pressure on Washington’s strategic decision-making. US officials are currently evaluating the proposal through standard defense export channels, weighing supply constrai