Newsom Alleges Political Retaliation California Governor Gavin Newsom accused President Donald Trump of using the Justice Department to pursue a politically motivated investigation targeting him and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom. Newsom said federal agents had contacted friends, relatives and former employees while requesting records connected to the couple. He argued that investigators had not identified wrongdoing and were instead search

B-52 Crashes After Takeoff Eight people died after a US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday, officials said. The aircraft was on a routine test mission when it went down at about 11:20 a.m. local time. Air Force officials said the crash was quickly assessed as unsurvivable, and emergency crews responded to the scene within the base??

The Clover Hill Dairy cheese recall list now includes the company’s entire cheese line after officials linked the outbreak strain of Listeria to nine illnesses and one Maryland death. More than two dozen cheeses sold in five states and Washington, D.C., are affected. Clover Hill Dairy Cheese Recall List and Sales Locations Maryland health officials said the Mechanicsville-based dairy voluntarily expanded an earlier recall to cover all

An Indian student injured in a Montgomery crash remains unconscious in an Alabama intensive care unit as friends seek help with treatment and rehabilitation costs. Sai Teja, 27, is receiving care at Baptist Medical Center South after suffering a severe brain injury, a fractured jaw and a fractured left leg, according to a fundraiser organized by his friend Akhil. Indian student injured in Montgomery crash faces long recovery The fundraiser says

KYIV, Ukraine — The Kyiv Dormition Cathedral attack came during a Russian barrage of 611 drones and 70 missiles across Ukraine overnight into Monday, June 15, 2026, Ukrainian officials said. At least 11 people were killed and 53 were wounded nationwide. Russian barrage hits Kyiv, Kharkiv and Dnipro Five people were killed in Kyiv, where more than 30 others were injured, including children ages 5 and 6. Residential districts were struck

An Israeli drone strike in southern Lebanon hit a vehicle near the Kafr Tibnit roundabout in the Tyre district, killing one person, according to local reports. What Is Known About the Israeli Drone Strike in Southern Lebanon The supplied material said the incident occurred on a Monday but did not include a full calendar date or time. Those details have therefore not been added. A journalist was also injured in the area after a drone reportedly dr

India-US bilateral trade agreement talks will resume in India on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and continue through Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as officials seek to complete the first phase of a proposed trade pact. A delegation from the Office of the United States Trade Representative is scheduled to meet Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and other Indian officials. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said the two sides expect to give final touches to the first tranche while contin

Vijay returns to his roots Actor Vijay Deverakonda visited Thummanpet village in Telangana along with Rashmika Mandanna to take part in a student scholarship event aimed at supporting government school children. The visit drew large public attention as the initiative was held in Vijay’s ancestral village and connected his personal roots with a broader education-focused promise. The event focused on recognisin

Revanth Reddy questions metro approvals Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s remarks on the Vizag Metro proposal have triggered a fresh political debate, with social media users and political observers questioning his comparison between Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam. The comment came while he was speaking about the next phase of Hyderabad Metro expansion and the state government’s disappointment over the Centre not approving the proj

The UK government is preparing stricter online safety measures that could stop children under 16 from using major social media platforms. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has backed stronger action, saying families need more protection from the risks children face on apps, gaming platforms and other online services. The proposal is expected to form part of a wider child online safety plan aimed at reducing harmful content, unwanted contact, bullying, coercion and sextortion.

China has welcomed the reported US-Iran peace framework and said the move could help reduce tensions in the Middle East after weeks of uncertainty. Beijing described the development as a positive step and said it supports efforts that can bring stability, stop further escalation and protect the movement of ships through key regional routes. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China appreciates Pakistan’s mediation efforts

The University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, has secured the 7th rank in India and the first position in Karnataka in the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework ranking. This recognition under the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework gives UAS Bengaluru stronger visibility among agriculture-focused institutions in India. The latest recognition highlights the university’s role in agricultural educa

The United States will release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets before negotiations begin on a final agreement, according to Iranian reports citing details of a proposed memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. Iran said talks with the United States would take place within two months of the immediate halt to hostilities announced on Monday, June 15. The reported asset release is being framed as an early confidence-building step before both sides move toward a broader set

India and Pakistan do not need much introduction when they meet on the ICC stage. The rivalry carries history, emotion, pressure and expectation every time the two teams face each other. On Sunday at Edgbaston, that familiar tension returns as India begin their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup campaign against Pakistan. For India, this match is about starting the tournament with confidence. For Pakistan, it is a chance to make an early statement against one of their biggest rivals. In a

WASHINGTON — Illinois hospital price transparency warnings have been issued to 21 facilities as federal officials intensify enforcement of rules requiring hospitals to publish clear pricing data. The notices are part of a nationwide action involving more than 500 hospitals, The Associated Press reported on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Since April 2026, hospitals have received warning letters or, in more serious cases, requests for corrective action plans. Hospitals that do not

WASHINGTON — The State Department will launch a six-month B1/B2 visa interview pilot on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, allowing a limited number of applicants to pay $750 for an interview appointment within 10 business days at selected U.S. embassies and consulates overseas. The paid option will be tested through Thursday, December 31, 2026. It is designed to measure demand for faster interview scheduling at consular posts where regular appointment waits can exceed one

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore altered national park exhibits and temporarily halt further removals while a lawsuit challenging the changes proceeds. U.S. District Judge Angel Kelley in Massachusetts issued a preliminary injunction requiring the administration to reverse changes made under a presidential directive on how federal museums, parks and landmarks present American history. The order also requires weekly reports detailing restoration work.

New Illinois laws taking effect July 1 will change driver’s license renewals for older adults, broaden school cyberbullying rules and require permits for some school bus operators. The state will also pause its customary inflation-linked fuel tax increase. The measures take effect on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. While several make technical changes to existing statutes, they could affect drivers, students, families and school transportation providers across Illinois.

India has achieved a major milestone in defence technology after the Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully tested a multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence system and conducted the maiden flight test of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range. The successful trials are being seen as a strong boost to India’s indigenous defence programme and long-term strategic preparedness. According to the Ministry of Defence, the

A 21-year-old man was detained in Uttar Pradesh’s Shahjahanpur after he allegedly posed as a senior Indian Army officer and walked into a trap laid by Army authorities. The accused, identified as Aryan Verma, had reportedly been moving around Shahjahanpur and nearby areas in full military uniform while claiming to be a Brigadier. Army authorities had been tracking him since April after receiving inputs that he was frequently seen wearing