US treasury chief urged Trump not to host ‘Mr Bean on crack’ Zelenskyy, book says
Suggestion that Scott Bessent so described a world leader included in Regime Change, by New York Times reporters
· Martin Pengelly
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Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., speaks with reporters before a Republican lunch at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
· Lisa Mascaro
DC’s ‘renovated’ pool reflects the Trump administration’s dangerous hubris
When asked what his takeaways from the Iran war were, Trump said he believed there were no limits to his power
· Arwa Mahdawi
Key Trump allies and Musk on leaked list for secretive Peter Thiel retreat
Figures including Jared Kushner and Scott Bessent named in directory of Dialog participants that was exposed online
· Wilson Jason
Trump is tired of arming allies. This country is stepping up.
The U.S. retreat from the global stage is an opportunity for South Korea.
· Catherine Kim
León XIV viaja al norte de Italia para honrar a San Agustín y a la santa migrante Cabrini
El papa León XIV durante su audiencia semanal en la Plaza de San Pedro del Vaticano, el 17 de junio de 2026. (AP Foto/Andrew Medichini)
Gatchalian seeks review of DepEd grading system linked to 'mass promotion'
SENATE President Win Gatchalian has filed Proposed Senate Resolution 429 seeking an inquiry into the Department of Education (DepEd) grade transmutation policy, which may be contributing to the promotion of students to the next grade level despite not fully meeting grade-level learning expectations.
· The Manila Times
Colômbia volta às urnas com disputa entre esquerda e milionário pró-Trump
A Colômbia volta às urnas neste domingo (21/06) para decidir em segundo turno se coloca os rumos do país nas mãos de Abelardo de la Espriella, ultradireitista novato na política e entusiasta do militarismo, ou de Iván Cepeda, senador de esquerda e filósofo apoiado pelo atual presidente, Gustavo Petro.
· Deutsche Welle
Flu hits US military base after vaccine mandate ends
More than 200 US airmen and trainees have come down with the flu at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas, NBC News has reported, citing a source at the facility. The illnesses come less than two months after the Pentagon ended its longstanding requirement for annual influenza vaccinations.
· RT
Pope Leo XIV heads to northern Italy to honor St. Augustine and migrant saint Cabrini
Pope Leo XIV holds his weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square, at the Vatican, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
The Sacred Catholic Site Where Trump Wants a Border Wall
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· Reis Thebault
Trump’s DC makeover frenzy bewilders locals and visitors: ‘It’s like we’re under occupation’
From East Wing demolition and ‘restoration’ of reflecting pool to bridge and fountain renovations, US capital is ‘a different city right now’
Viral German World Cup fan Freddy invited for White House visit as fairy-tale trip across America continues
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· Fox News
Russia should be in G8 – Trump
The West should not have expelled Russia from the G8, US President Donald Trump has said, adding that keeping Moscow in the group could have prevented the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in 2022.
· RT
Rays play the Nationals on home winning streak
Washington Nationals (39-37, third in the NL East) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (42-30, second in the AL East)
· The Associated Press
Jack Osbourne tells critics to ‘shut the f— up’ after backlash over White House UFC fight attendance
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Iranian Guards' business empire to win big if US sanctions lifted
Emerging outlines of a deal between Washington and Tehran to end their war contain a stinging paradox: sweeteners to coax Iran into compliance may strengthen an adversarial force that the US and its Western allies consider a terrorist organization.
· REUTERS
Rousey and Paul taunt UFC over White House viewing figures
Justin Gaethje (left) was the big American winner at UFC White House, claiming his first undisputed title
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Majority of Americans say US action against Iran went too far
A new poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research has found that about two-thirds of Americans continue to disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of the war with Iran.
· Middleeasteye
When the US comes for Cuba, what can Vietnam do?
Vietnam has stood by Cuba for 60 years. Now Washington is raising the price of that friendship – and Hanoi must decide what it’s worth
· Nguyen Khac Giang
When the US comes for Cuba, what can Vietnam do?
Vietnam has stood by Cuba for 60 years. Now Washington is raising the price of that friendship – and Hanoi must decide what it’s worth
· Nguyen Khac Giang
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff, Iranian minister head to Switzerland for talks
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· Reuters
Minnesota faces Washington, looks for 7th straight home win
Washington Mystics (7-7, 6-4 Eastern Conference) at Minnesota Lynx (13-3, 9-1 Western Conference)
· The Associated Press
Secret vetting and blocked promotions in the Pentagon: Inside Pete Hegseth’s war on diversity
Washington – The U.S. Navy’s top leadership believed that Rear Adm. Stephen D. Barnett was by far the best choice to lead the command that oversees the Navy’s bases at home and abroad.
· Kate Kelly
Gatchalian seeks more incentives for private sector participation to help public schools
FOLLOWING the opening of School Year 2026–2027, Senate President Pro Tempore Win Gatchalian is reiterating his proposal to further incentivize private sector participation in public education to help address persistent challenges in the country's education system.
· The Manila Times
‘It’s a big mistake’: Israelis feel betrayed and angry after Iran peace deal
In ‘middle Israel’ there are fears Iran could rebuild stronger – and there is particular ire for Donald Trump
· Jasonburke
Vance says US policy must serve American interests first
US Vice President JD Vance said that there are disagreements between President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over how to bring the conflict with Iran to an end.
· Middleeasteye
‘A flying White House’: Donald Trump unveils the new Air Force One
Joint Base Andrews, Maryland - President Donald Trump has shown off the new Air Force One, a formerly Qatari-owned jumbo jet that has been converted into the official US presidential aircraft.
· Seung Min Kim, Mnauel Balce Ceneta
A young Mystics team stuns the Liberty 86-83, snapping New York's 8-game streak
NEW YORK (AP) — The Washington Mystics are the youngest team in WNBA history, but are growing up fast.
· Doug Feinberg
Rays vencen por 5-2 a los Nacionales para abrir una estadía en casa de 10 juegos
Jonny DeLuca, de los Rays de Tampa Bay, celebra mientras recorre las bases tras conectar un jonrón durante la octava entrada de un partido de béisbol contra los Nacionales de Washington, el viernes 19 de junio de 2026, en St. Petersburg, Florida. (Foto AP/Jason Behnken)
· Erik Erlendsson
Federal election probes are a step toward restoring faith in voting
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· CA Post Editorial Board
Iranian official US and Israel lost control as war progressed
An adviser to Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei said the United States emerged weakened from the recent conflict with Iran and that Washington and Israel gradually lost control of events as the war unfolded.
· Middleeasteye
Trump says Israel would have been crushed without US support
US President Donald Trump said Israel's position in the region depended heavily on American support, arguing that US military assistance had been central to the country's security.
· Middleeasteye
Peeling paint adds to woes of Trump’s pool project
Washington – The blue paint is peeling on the renovation championed by President Donald Trump to spruce up Washington’s iconic Reflecting Pool ahead of the 250th anniversary celebrations of independence in the United States.
· No Author
US intelligence indicates Israeli operations against Hezbollah may undermine US-Iran MoU - report
US intelligence agencies have warned the White House that continued Israeli operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon may undermine the Trump administration’s recently signed Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, according to a report in The Washington Post on Friday.
· GOLDIE KATZ
US may be 'worse off' under Trump-brokered MoU with Iran, Obama, US officials warn - report
Former US president Barack Obama warned that the US may be “worse off” than it was before the start of the war against Iran under the recently brokered Washington-Tehran Memorandum of Understanding, in an interview with NBC News on Friday.
· GOLDIE KATZ
Kennedy Center says it isn't required to reschedule shows
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is seen, as its sign remains covered by a tarp, Friday, June 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
· Steven Sloan
Rays beat the Nationals 5-2 to open a 10-game homestand
Tampa Bay Rays’ Jonny DeLuca celebrates as he rounds the bases after his home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Friday, June 19, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
· Erik Erlendsson
Kiki Iriafen’s late layup lifts the Mystics past New York 86-83, snapping the Liberty’s streak
NEW YORK (AP) — Kiki Iriafen scored 20 points, including a go-ahead layup with 27 seconds left to give the Washington Mystics an 86-83 win over New York on Friday night, snapping the Liberty’s eight-game winning streak.
· Doug Feinberg
“There will never be one like this’: Trump unveils the new Air Force One
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US to host fifth round of Lebanon-Israel negotiations
Lebanon and Israel are set to hold a new round of negotiations in Washington, DC, from 23 to 25 June as part of ongoing US-mediated efforts to reach an agreement between the two countries.
· Middleeasteye
How The Trump Admin Achieved Record Drug Seizures
Authored by Troy Myers via The Epoch Times,
· Tyler Durden
For U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Iran talks could shape political rise
WASHINGTON/LUCERNE, Switzerland – U.S. Vice President JD Vance is poised to take on his biggest role yet on the international stage as President Donald Trump’s chief negotiator to end the three-month war with Iran, a moment that could shape Vance’s prospects as a White House successor.
· Humeyra Pamuk
Qatar-gifted Air Force One replacement unveiled
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Maryland — US President Donald Trump unveiled on Friday a replacement Air Force One aircraft gifted by Qatar, which he dubbed a "flying White House."
· Agence France-Presse
Iran seeks ‘peace on all fronts, including Gaza’, official says
Iran's deputy foreign minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said Tehran remains willing to continue negotiations with the US if Washington demonstrates that it is serious about honouring the agreement reached between the two sides, ensuring that Israel adheres to its terms, Al Jazeera Arabic reported.
· Middleeasteye
After Trump's makeover, the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is now green — with algae
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· Sbsaustralia
Iran agreement sparks debate across Capitol Hill
The memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran has triggered mixed reactions across the US Congress, with some lawmakers criticising provisions that could support reconstruction efforts in Iran while others defended the agreement as a path away from further conflict.
· Middleeasteye
Lebanon ceasefire deal reached after U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland scrapped
DUBAI/WASHINGTON – Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire in Lebanon on Friday after an escalation in fighting there jeopardized the chances of an interim agreement on ending the war in Iran turning into a lasting Middle East peace deal.
· No Author
US judge rejects Joe Biden’s lawsuit asking to withhold memoir recordings
A United States judge has denied a petition from former Democratic President Joe Biden arguing his right to privacy would be violated should recordings he made for a memoir be made public.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Trump unveils new Air Force One, a converted Qatari 747
New craft, called VC-25B Bridge, had provoked protest since $400m jet wildly exceeds limit on unsolicited gifts
· Edwardhelmore