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This is a snapshot of everything that broke across the major newsrooms in the past 3 hours. We poll 45 RSS feeds across roughly 21 outlets — NYT, BBC, Guardian, ESPN, Politico, NPR, Wired, Variety, and more — and combine them into one scannable feed.

How to read this: The 🔥 Top Headlines section up top is the “if you only have 30 seconds” cut — the most recent stories across the most outlets. Below that, the All Headlines list lets you scan every title in one glance. After that, the full breakdown gives you each story as a card with a one-line summary and a direct link to the source — stories are grouped by topic — News, Politics, Sports, and Culture — so you can jump to whichever beat you came for.

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Here's everything that broke across the major newsrooms in the past 3 hours (3:01 PM ET through 6:01 PM ET). We scanned 45 feeds across roughly 21 outlets and surfaced 237 stories from 18 active outlets spanning 4 topics.

🌍 News & General
121 stories
across 11 outlets
🏟️ Sports
75 stories
across 4 outlets
🏛️ Politics
22 stories
across 4 outlets
🎬 Culture & Entertainment
19 stories
across 3 outlets

🔥 Top Headlines Right Now

The 7 most-recent headlines from across the newsrooms — if you only have 30 seconds, read these.

Oracle beats on earnings, but stock drops on plans to raise another $20 billion — CNBC, 6:00 PM ET Oracle topped quarterly expectations, but free cash flow is negative, and the company plans to raise more capital for data center projects.

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Iran Again After Trump Says Talks Are Taking Too Long — New York Times, 5:58 PM ET The U.S. military said the attack began at 5:15 p.m. Eastern time, which is early Thursday in Tehran.

USDA's Rollins called screwworm a 'little pest' amid U.S. spread. Last year, she called it 'terrifying' — CNBC, 5:57 PM ET The U.S. agriculture secretary is downplaying the threat posed by the spreading screwworm now compared with her more dire remarks last year.

US military launches fresh round of Iran strikes — The Hill, 5:56 PM ET The U.S. military began launching another round of strikes Wednesday evening against multiple targets in Iran, less than an hour after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that forthcoming attacks w…

Here’s the latest. — New York Times, 5:55 PM ET

Nearly a million passports and photo IDs were left unprotected on the public internet — The Verge, 5:55 PM ET Typing a few letters and numbers into my web browser, I find myself gaping at the identity documents of complete strangers. The passport of a young woman from Germany. The passport of a man from Spai…

England v Costa Rica: World Cup 2026 warm-up – live — The Guardian, 5:54 PM ET Storm delays friendly: kick-off 10pm BST, 5pm EDTPlayer guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail ScottEngland: Pickford, Konsa, O’Reilly, Stones, James, Rice, Anderson, Bellingham, Gordon, Madueke, Ka…

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🌍 News & General — 121 stories across 11 outlets

📰 New York Times (45 stories)

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Iran Again After Trump Says Talks Are Taking Too Long — 5:58 PM ET The U.S. military said the attack began at 5:15 p.m. Eastern time, which is early Thursday in Tehran.

Here’s the latest. — 5:55 PM ET

Trump Muses About Government Taking a Piece of A.I. Companies — 5:53 PM ET President Trump touched on what is an increasingly hot topic in Washington: how average Americans can get a piece of the tech industry’s A.I. windfall.

Australia’s Social Media Ban Is Floundering. Can It Still Help Younger Kids? — 5:52 PM ET Six months in, many teens are already back on platforms they were supposed to be blocked from. The ban’s benefits may fall to the next generation.

Night of Violence Grips Belfast After Stabbing Attack — 5:50 PM ET Cars and a bus were set on fire and families were driven from their homes after a stabbing in Belfast caused tensions to spill onto the streets.

Pope Leo Is Blessing the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. To Some, the Church Is a Curse. — 5:48 PM ET The pontiff celebrated a Mass in Antoni Gaudí’s iconic, unfinished basilica during his Spain trip. But for some Barcelona residents, completing the construction could mean knocking down their homes.

Trump Shrugs Off High Prices Amid Iran War and Says ‘I Love the Inflation’ — 5:48 PM ET As inflation outpaces workers’ wages, the Trump administration insists that its agenda is working.

Trump Says He’s ‘Not Looking to Renew’ Canada-Mexico Trade Deal — 5:45 PM ET The president’s comments come at a crucial moment in talks among the three countries over the renewal of their free-trade agreement.

Suspect in Killing of Minnesota Lawmaker Strikes a Plea Deal — 5:42 PM ET The arrangement means that Vance Boelter will not face the death penalty after being charged with killing Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark.

Investors Feed A.I. Firms’ Voracious Appetite for New Money — 5:38 PM ET In the race to dominate the artificial intelligence industry, companies like SpaceX and Alphabet are borrowing cash and raising equity from investors at the fastest pace in decades.

Maine Senate Race Heats Up as Trump Attacks Platner — 5:37 PM ET With Graham Platner now the Democratic nominee against Senator Susan Collins, signs of how hostile the race will be have quickly emerged.

Hegseth Visits Guantánamo Bay Amid U.S. Tensions With Cuba — 5:31 PM ET The trip comes as the Trump administration pushes for political and economic changes on the island.

Democrats Try to Move Past ‘Cultural Pandering’ to Latinos for Midterm Elections — 5:29 PM ET The party is trying desperately to win back some voters in the key swing group.

Mamdani’s Nosebleed Knicks Ticket and the Benefits of Being Mayor — 5:24 PM ET Mayor Zohran Mamdani paid roughly $1,000 for a standing-room-only ticket to Game 3 of the N.B.A. finals, using access to house tickets not available to regular fans.

Drinking Water Facilities Hit by Strikes in Iran, State Media Reports — 5:18 PM ET Two water tanks serving thousands of people were damaged, the local authorities said. The U.S. military declined to comment.

Will Trump’s Repairs to Washington D.C.’s Reflecting Pool Work? — 5:15 PM ET President Trump has said that construction is complete. Now comes the real test. Will the longstanding problems finally be solved?

F.B.I. Searches California Plant Where Chemical Tank Nearly Exploded — 5:11 PM ET Federal agents were looking for records that might shed light on why chemicals overheated, threatening a catastrophe in Orange County.

Trump Threatens More Strikes Against Iran, Citing Stalled Peace Talks — 5:09 PM ET With no end to the turmoil in the Middle East, the U.N. secretary general lamented that a cease-fire had become “more like a lesser-fire.”

Inflation Accelerates to Fastest Pace in 3 Years as Energy Prices Bite — 5:01 PM ET Companies appear hesitant to pass those price increases on to weary consumers, whose wages aren’t keeping up.

A Very Different World Cup — 5:00 PM ET With a host country actively at war with a participating nation, this year’s tournament is set to be unlike any other.

Southern Baptists Move to Strengthen Ban on Women Pastors — 5:00 PM ET The amendment passed easily at the denomination’s annual gathering. It needs approval again next year to enter the constitution.

Britain Is Weighing a Social Media Ban for Children. How Did It Get Here? — 5:00 PM ET Months after Australia banned social media for everyone under 16, the British government is considering new policies to keep children safe online.

Graham Platner’s Victory in Maine Senate Primary Gives Democrats Hope and Fears — 4:58 PM ET Graham Platner’s primary victory sets up a high-stakes contest between an insurgent progressive with political baggage and a battle-tested but vulnerable Republican senator.

Trump’s ‘Secret Mission’ to Ferry Oil Past Iran Was Widely Disclosed — 4:52 PM ET A U.S. military official said the president’s seemingly dramatic announcement on Wednesday referred to a previously reported effort to shepherd commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

NASA Crew-12 Commander Captures Snaky Southern Lights From Space Station — 4:49 PM ET The footage of the southern lights was shared on Sunday by Jessica Meir, commander of NASA’s Crew-12 mission.

University of Florida Chooses Stuart Bell for President Over Some Conservative Criticism — 4:47 PM ET The nominee, Stuart Bell, led the University of Alabama for a decade, where he embraced diversity initiatives but also Donald J. Trump.

At Least 12 Dead After Shooting by Multiple Attackers in Johannesburg — 4:47 PM ET The police said they were looking for more than 10 attackers, who had stormed a community of tin shacks. Investigators were still trying to determine the motive.

Spencer Pratt’s Defeat Isn’t Just About Los Angeles — 4:44 PM ET Some of America’s largest cities are now being governed by progressives. What will we learn?

Nearly Everyone, Everywhere, Veers Left When Walking — 4:32 PM ET Researchers are at a loss for why people across cultures and ages, regardless of their dominant hand, have a natural bias toward wandering in a counterclockwise direction.

Pro-Palestinian Activists at U. of Michigan Indicted on Federal Conspiracy Charges — 4:31 PM ET The new charges appeared to signify an escalation in the federal government’s approach to campus activism.

7 Revolutionary-Era Bars That Are as Old as America — 4:22 PM ET Taverns were important incubators of revolutionary fervor where patriots gathered to plot and gossip. Here are a few where you can still taste the spirit of 1776.

Trump Says Bill Pulte Will Take Over as Intelligence Chief on June 19 — 4:21 PM ET The president also plans to keep Mr. Pulte as the head of a federal housing agency, heightening tension with Congress and complicating the renewal of a powerful spying authority.

Federal Judge Blocks Alabama From Using Nitrogen Gas in Jeffrey Lee Execution — 4:17 PM ET The judge ordered the state to find an alternate method if it is going to move ahead with the execution of Jeffery Lee, who was convicted of murder.

Mace Defeat Heralds an Exodus of Rabble-Rousers From Congress — 4:14 PM ET The Republican congresswoman from South Carolina, who made enemies on both sides of the political aisle, is just one of several flashy lawmakers to be leaving Capitol Hill.

He has one goooooal. — 4:13 PM ET

Oil Rises on Trump’s Iran Threats and New Strikes Across Middle East — 4:07 PM ET The attacks, which strained a two-month cease-fire between Iran and the United States, were the latest jolt to energy markets.

A.I. Chatbot Helps a $100 Thrift Store Painting Sell for Over $250,000 — 3:59 PM ET When a son got curious about the origins of a painting his mother bought at a secondhand shop decades ago, Google Gemini had some intriguing thoughts.

Bill Gates Says Epstein Tried to Use His Extramarital Affairs Against Him — 3:48 PM ET The billionaire philanthropist testified on Wednesday in a closed-door congressional hearing about the Justice Department’s investigation of Jeffrey Epstein.

‘X-Men’ Actor Tyler Mane Says He Has Breast Cancer — 3:48 PM ET Tyler Mane said he was initially embarrassed to divulge the diagnosis but wanted to encourage other men to look out for the disease.

Texas Governor Seeks New Limits on Data Centers — 3:46 PM ET Gov. Greg Abbott is urging tighter controls and a repeal of financial incentives for data centers, which have drawn complaints in rural Republican areas of Texas.

Hong Kong Charges 7 People and 2 Companies Over Deadly Apartment Fire — 3:38 PM ET The 25 charges include manslaughter and conspiracy. They are the first to emerge from a monthslong investigation into a blaze that killed 168 people.

Republicans Thought They Owned ‘Values.’ Not Anymore. — 3:21 PM ET A new politics of morality is rising in the Democratic Party.

SpaceX’s IPO Could Turn 4,400 Employees Into Millionaires — 3:10 PM ET While Elon Musk may soon become a trillionaire, his rocket company’s market debut is set to the change the lives of its current and former employees, too.

How the Epstein Files Paralyzed the Trump White House — 3:09 PM ET President Trump’s advisers gathered in secret in the Situation Room without him as they struggled to handle the Epstein files scandal, our reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan learned while re…

U.S. Ebola Unit Sparks Fury, Protests and a Political Crisis in Kenya — 3:01 PM ET Hundreds of Kenyans have marched through the streets to oppose a quarantine facility that would be reserved exclusively for American patients.

📰 CNBC (17 stories)

Oracle beats on earnings, but stock drops on plans to raise another $20 billion — 6:00 PM ET Oracle topped quarterly expectations, but free cash flow is negative, and the company plans to raise more capital for data center projects.

USDA's Rollins called screwworm a 'little pest' amid U.S. spread. Last year, she called it 'terrifying' — 5:57 PM ET The U.S. agriculture secretary is downplaying the threat posed by the spreading screwworm now compared with her more dire remarks last year.

U.S. military begins strikes on 'multiple targets' in Iran at Trump's direction — 5:53 PM ET President Donald Trump promised more attacks on Iran after strikes resumed this week. Earlier this week, he said a deal to end the war was near.

Citigroup shares outperform down market after Trump endorsement — 5:51 PM ET Jane Fraser-led Citi fell 1%, less than the rest of the market and some other major banks, after Trump lauded its turnaround in a social media post.

Bisignano says Social Security Administration's phone helpline wait times have reached a record low — 5:21 PM ET Long waits when calling the Social Security Administration's 800 number have been a legacy issue. Commissioner Frank Bisignano said he's changing that.

Trump keeps saying an Iran deal is close. Markets keep believing it — 5:15 PM ET Analysts still assume that, despite the continued conflict, a deal will eventually be reached that ends the war and reopens the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump doubles down on Pulte for DNI, as Congress eyes short-term patch for foreign surveillance law — 4:48 PM ET Unless Congress acts, a key provision of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act will expire at the end of this week.

College sticker prices top $100,000 at 16 schools — but many students pay significantly less — 4:13 PM ET The cost of attendance at a growing number of colleges is now more than six figures a year, according to data from The Princeton Review.

Bill Gates tells House panel 'I should have never met' with Jeffrey Epstein — 4:10 PM ET Gates reportedly prepared for his testimony with the help of Jake Greenberg, who previously was the Oversight committee's chief investigations counsel.

Amazon trucking expansion sparks freight stock sell-off — 4:01 PM ET Amazon has been spinning out more of its in-house logistics offerings for others to access, posing a growing threat to industry incumbents.

Chase unveils massive Sapphire Preferred overhaul: Enhanced rewards, new perks and a crushing transfer partner change — 3:59 PM ET The Chase Sapphire Preferred is getting a big update. Here's what you need to know about the good and the bad changes happening soon.

World Cup travel boost hasn't materialized for U.S. businesses — yet — 3:43 PM ET The expected travel boom from the World Cup is looking like it will be a city-by-city, match-by-match test of pricing power.

Trump says U.S. secretly moved more than 100 million barrels of oil through Strait of Hormuz — 3:28 PM ET Trump's comments come after Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Tuesday that oil exports through Hormuz are "rising very meaningfully."

An unusual derivative play off SpaceX’s IPO success: A maker of space gases — 3:27 PM ET Rothschild & Co. Redburn sees industrial gas supplier Linde emerging as a potential beneficiary alongside SpaceX.

Starbucks stock is a bright spot in Wednesday's bleak market. Here's why — 3:13 PM ET Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Oil prices rise after Trump says U.S. will attack Iran 'very hard' — 3:11 PM ET Oil prices rose after the U.S. launched military strikes against Iran, raising concerns that renewed clashes may threaten shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

These stocks pay attractive dividends and offer 'turmoil insurance' — 3:10 PM ET Investors looking for stability in times of volatility often turn to dividend stocks — including real estate investment trusts. Here is one analyst's top picks.

📰 The Guardian (16 stories)

Australia news live: Angus Taylor rejects proposal to ‘carve up’ seats between Coalition and One Nation; $100m for new arthritis research — 5:54 PM ET Liberal leader says there is ‘no plan’ for the parties to collaborate on which seats to run in. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWong not ‘interested…

Middle East crisis live: US military begins launching more airstrikes at ‘multiple targets’ Iran — 5:52 PM ET The strikes began at 5.15pm EST on Wednesday – after midnight on Thursday local time – ‘at the Commander in Chief’s direction’, Centcom saysIf the US genuinely wants a deal it will have to engage wit…

Bill Gates tells US House ‘I have never victimized anyone’ in Epstein testimony — 5:51 PM ET Microsoft co-founder appears in closed-door session as part of lawmakers’ investigation into convicted sex offenderBill Gates testified in front of the House committee on oversight and reform on Wedn…

Water cannon deployed in second night of disorder after knife attack in Belfast – live — 5:48 PM ET Disturbances reported in Northern Ireland despite condemnation from politicians and community leadersMan charged with attempted murder after Belfast knife attackTell us: how have you been affected by…

Trump says Bill Pulte will ‘execute the immediate downsizing’ of intelligence community in temporary role – live — 5:42 PM ET US president says he will look for a permanent director ‘with experience in National Security’ after backlash against Bill Pulte’s lacking record Sign up for the Breaking News US emailDonald Trump’s…

Infantino plays the hits as Fifa’s defender-in-chief on eve of World Cup | Pablo Iglesias Maurer — 5:41 PM ET The Fifa president’s monologue before the 2022 World Cup attained legendary status for all the wrong reasons. He was in familiar form four years onGianni Infantino’s speech on the eve of the 2022 Wor…

Chiefs sign Patrick Mahomes to restructured contract worth more than $500m — 5:32 PM ET Quarterback has two years added to his dealContract will last until Mahomes is 38The Kansas City Chiefs and their starting quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, have agreed to a restructured contract that ad…

A conservative California county is trying to kill mail-in voting — 5:10 PM ET Shasta county passes measure requiring elections to be held in person on one day and limiting absentee ballotsUS politics live – latest updatesNorthern California’s Shasta county, best known for its…

Police use water cannon against rioters in Northern Ireland — 5:06 PM ET Force disperses crowd of 300 people who burned truck and reportedly planned to target hotel hosting migrantsPolice have used water cannon against rioters in Northern Ireland in a second night of anti…

Trial centers on whether Brad Lander blocked an elevator but hints at deeper issue — 5:02 PM ET Trial of former New York City comptroller is ‘another example of the Trump administration’s suppression of political dissent’, lawyer arguesThe trial against senior New York City Democrat Brad Lander…

American teenager Lutkenhaus stuns Olympic champion as Gout learns lesson — 4:54 PM ET Cooper Lutkenhaus, 17, wins 800m by 0.01secGout Gout sixth; Tebogo says: ‘He has a long way to go’There are few venues more deeply embedded into track and field’s soul than the Bislett Stadion. An ex…

Pro-Palestinian activists accused of intimidation campaign against University of Michigan officials — 4:46 PM ET Federal prosecutors unsealed indictment against activists trying to force the school to cut financial ties to IsraelSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailFederal prosecutors unsealed an in…

Elon Musk’s X not facing action from UK government over posts inciting violence in Belfast — 3:54 PM ET Any official reprimand will come from regulator Ofcom, but not for at least two monthsUK politics live – latest updatesElon Musk’s X will face no action to remove a mass of posts inciting violence in…

Former Louisiana mayor sentenced to 90 days over rape of 16-year-old boy — 3:43 PM ET Misty Roberts, 44, who faced up to 17 years in prison, convicted of two felonies including statutory rape Misty Roberts, a former mayor in Louisiana, has been sentenced to 90 days for raping a 16-yea…

Farage suddenly returns to political stage – but dodges questions about £5m gift — 3:32 PM ET Reform UK leader has been unusually quiet in recent weeks – at great cost to the party during a crucial byelectionFake images of Nigel Farage have been ubiquitous online lately – but the real politic…

FBI searches southern California facility where chemical incident spurred evacuation — 3:29 PM ET Chemical tank overheated in May and forced evacuation of 50,000 nearby residents due to danger of explosionThe FBI is searching a southern California aerospace facility where an overheated chemical t…

📰 Al Jazeera (10 stories)

Trump directs interim US intelligence chief Bill Pulte to downsize agency — 5:09 PM ET Interim ODNI chief Bill Pulte has been slammed by Democrats as a Donald Trump loyalist with no intelligence background.

Israel kills 16 in Lebanon, UN to probe international law violations — 4:46 PM ET UN investigators to arrive in Lebanon next week to assess potential violations of international law by all parties.

Hero’s welcome for Omar Artan after Somali’s World Cup dreams dashed — 4:46 PM ET Referee Omar Artan was denied from the US, where he was set to become the first Somali to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Israeli real estate ad goes viral — 4:41 PM ET Gwyneth Paltrow sparked widespread outrage by becoming the face of an Israeli real estate project.

First image in months emerges of Dr. Hussam Abu Safia — 4:34 PM ET The first image in months of Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safia has been released.

‘I love the inflation’ US President Trump dismisses price concerns — 4:31 PM ET Trump said he ‘loves’ inflation as new data showed US consumer prices rose at their fastest pace in three years.

India summons US envoy over attack on ship carrying Indian sailors off Oman — 4:05 PM ET Three Indian seafarers are missing after Oman rescues 21 others following a US attack on the Palau-flagged Settebello.

Israeli strike on a car kills two in Sidon, Lebanon — 3:23 PM ET An Israeli strike on a vehicle in the southern Lebanese city of Sidon killed two people and sparked a fire.

Trump: “we’re working… to make sure the right people come in” — 3:21 PM ET When asked about people’s ability to obtain visas to attend the World Cup, Trump said administration is working hard.

Bill Gates testifies in closed-door US House meeting over Epstein ties — 3:18 PM ET In prepared remarks, Gates told the House Oversight Committee that meeting Epstein was a 'grave error in judgment'.

📰 PBS NewsHour (9 stories)

China car exports jump 73% in May as high fuel prices raise interest in EVs — 5:39 PM ET China's passenger car exports jumped 73% year-on-year in May to around 809,000 vehicles, an industry group reported Wednesday, as higher gasoline and diesel prices due to the war in Iran raised inter…

What to know about execution methods in the U.S. after judge blocks Alabama from using nitrogen gas — 5:32 PM ET Alabama's plans to execute a death row inmate using nitrogen gas appeared to be thwarted Tuesday by a federal judge permanently blocking the state from using that method, declaring it violates the co…

Solar power hits new milestones in the U.S. even as Trump boosts coal over clean energy — 5:18 PM ET Even as President Donald Trump boosts coal over clean energy, solar power is hitting new milestones in the U.S. and remains the leading source of new power.

Teens' reading and math scores have stagnated, U.S. test results show — 4:54 PM ET Younger students have regained ground academically after the pandemic's disruptions while older students' test scores continue to stagnate, according to the latest testing data released Wednesday by…

WATCH: Trump says he's 'not looking to renew' U.S. trade deal with Canada and Mexico — 4:45 PM ET Without a commitment by July 1, the trade deal would face annual reviews of its status and possibly expire in 2036.

Nevada is set to have one of nation's premier races for governor as Democrats seek to reclaim seat — 4:28 PM ET Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, a Republican, will face Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in a battle to hold onto his seat in November, setting up what is considered one of the most competitive gover…

WATCH: 'We're going to be attacking' Iran after U.S. helicopter shot down, Trump says — 3:56 PM ET "We're going to hit them again hard today," President Donald Trump said.

WATCH: 'He's a thug,' Trump says of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner — 3:32 PM ET President Donald Trump spoke at length on Wednesday about Democrat Graham Platner, who clinched Maine's Democratic Senate nomination on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: Pope Leo honors Gaudi's Sagrada Familia masterpiece in Barcelona — 3:14 PM ET Leo called Gaudí's unfinished temple, one of the world's most visited monuments, a "sign of unity and harmony for all of Spain," an ongoing building project like the lifelong journey all Christians m…

📰 BBC News (8 stories)

Fireworks illuminate Barcelona's Sagrada Família during Pope visit — 5:52 PM ET Pope Leo XIV says Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Família is a masterpiece of "stones, colours and light" during his visit to Spain.

Trump says US will hit Iran 'hard' again today — 5:49 PM ET The US president warns Iran "will have to pay the price" for taking too long to agree a deal, after Tehran vows retaliation to any attacks.

French singer Patrick Bruel faces rape charges — 5:07 PM ET Bruel has been placed under judicial investigation, which means an examining magistrate will look more deeply into the case.

Changing visa rules for care workers is wrong, says Rayner — 4:47 PM ET The former deputy prime minister says changing visa rules for migrants already living in the UK would be "un-British".

What we know about the stabbing and violence — 4:12 PM ET Houses across the city have been set on fire following a knife attack earlier this week.

Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he 'never reciprocated' — 3:31 PM ET The Microsoft co-founder spent hours talking to lawmakers behind closed doors, where he also said Epstein used his marital infidelities to pressure him.

Essex Police given new information on West Ham co-owner David Sullivan — 3:19 PM ET Police have been contacted with new information about the West Ham co-owner following a BBC Panorama and Times investigation.

Essex Police given new David Sullivan information — 3:19 PM ET Police have been contacted with new information about the West Ham co-owner following a BBC Panorama and Times investigation.

📰 TechCrunch (5 stories)

Cybercriminals claim breach of Oracle PeopleSoft servers at 100-plus organizations — 5:33 PM ET The ShinyHunters hacking gang claims to have compromised the Oracle PeopleSoft servers of more than 100 organizations, including many universities.

Everyone wants a piece of Tesla’s battery business — 4:21 PM ET Electricity demand from AI data centers is pushing everyone — including automakers like GM and Ford — into the energy storage business.

Fresh off bond sale, Amazon borrows $17.5B from banks as AI spending continues — 4:19 PM ET Companies are burning through exorbitant sums of money to keep pace in the AI arms race. Debt is climbing.

North Koreans behind nearly half of US tech industry hacks, says CrowdStrike — 3:57 PM ET North Korean hackers posing as remote IT workers and recruiters remain a major threat to U.S., European, and Asian companies, accounting for about half of all attacks over the past 12 months.

Wing drone delivery might not be a novelty anymore — 3:52 PM ET Wing is expanding into seven more U.S. cities through its partnership with Walmart.

📰 The Verge (4 stories)

Nearly a million passports and photo IDs were left unprotected on the public internet — 5:55 PM ET Typing a few letters and numbers into my web browser, I find myself gaping at the identity documents of complete strangers. The passport of a young woman from Germany. The passport of a man from Spai…

Xbox warns of a ‘reset’ as it prepares for layoffs — 5:28 PM ET Microsoft's Xbox division will be hit with significant layoffs next month, according to people familiar with Microsoft's plans. The company has been preparing for the layoffs internally for weeks, wi…

Apple, Google add support for Thread 1.4 — 4:25 PM ET Apple and Google are updating their smart home streaming devices to Thread 1.4. As first spotted by Matter Alpha and 9to5 Google, the latest spec has arrived on compatible Apple TVs in the tvOS 27 de…

Kalshi adds required employment verification for some prediction market bets — 4:18 PM ET The CFTC is considering its first regulation for prediction markets, as arrests over "insider trading" on everything from military operations to Google Search data continue to stack up. As CoinDesk r…

📰 NPR (4 stories)

Somali World Cup referee denied U.S. entry, hailed as hero at home — 4:45 PM ET A World Cup dream denied — Somali referee Omar Artan receives a hero's welcome at home after being blocked from entering the United States and taking part in the World Cup.

Veterans and relatives see no place for Trump's arch near Arlington National Cemetery — 4:26 PM ET Three Vietnam War veterans are suing to stop President Trump from building an arch just steps from Arlington National Cemetery, where 400,000 service members, veterans and their relatives are buried.

Report: ICE wasted millions, endangered detainees in largest immigration facility — 4:10 PM ET Since the opening of Camp East Montana in Texas last year, immigration lawyers and rights advocates have expressed concerns about conditions inside the facility.

The theory taking the rich by storm: China funds data center haters — 4:01 PM ET Tech millionaires claim China is behind a wave of local opposition to U.S. data centers, while providing little direct evidence.

📰 Ars Technica (2 stories)

Logitech’s foldable mouse is for people who refuse to carry a mouse with them — 3:57 PM ET The Mobi Fold is an $80 Bluetooth mouse with a silicone-wrapped hinge.

Google DeepMind releases DiffusionGemma, a model that runs local AI 4x faster — 3:29 PM ET Diffusion AI is most common in image generation, but it can make text outputs much faster.

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📰 The Atlantic
Why California Takes So Long to Count Votes
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📰 The Hill (15 stories)

US military launches fresh round of Iran strikes — 5:56 PM ET The U.S. military began launching another round of strikes Wednesday evening against multiple targets in Iran, less than an hour after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that forthcoming attacks w…

Johnson defends Trump inflation comment: 'Totally out of context' — 5:51 PM ET House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday defended President Trump’s “I love the inflation” comment amid concerns about skyrocketing energy costs resulting from the Iran war. “It was totally ou…

Dairy farmers sue Trump administration over checkoff program — 5:50 PM ET Three Wisconsin farmers filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Wednesday for requiring dairy producers to provide operational data and pay mandatory fees to the Dairy Checkoff Program. F…

The Memo: Trump faces slippage back toward war in Iran — 5:45 PM ET President Trump is grappling with new volatility over Iran which threatens to complicate the political landscape at home as the midterm elections loom less than five months away. The U.S. and the Isl…

Tim Tebow joins Hawley in push against child exploitation — 5:44 PM ET Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow joined forces to push for a provision to combat child exploitation that became law as part of the immigration enforcement reconciliation…

Hegseth says coming strikes on Iran will be 'strong and clear' — 5:42 PM ET Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday that the U.S. military would launch "strong and clear" strikes against Iran on Wednesday night and Thursday night if needed. The warning came hours af…

Florida high court paves the way for Republicans to use new House map — 5:41 PM ET The Florida Supreme Court paved the way for Republicans to use a new House map that the party hopes will net them up to four seats in November – delivering another blow to Democrats’ efforts to push…

AI firms craft state rules as White House, Congress stall — 5:36 PM ET Major artificial intelligence labs are done waiting on Washington to pass a national standard for AI, turning to state bills to carve out their own policy lines while Congress tries to catch up. Most…

Costco responds to lawsuit over customer-favorite food item: 'Fatally flawed' — 5:31 PM ET Costco is firing back at class action-lawsuit filed in Southern California court accusing the membership club of falsely advertising.

California sues Trump administration to block DHS 'holding facility' construction — 5:30 PM ET California is suing the Trump administration in a bid to block the construction of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Santa Clara County, arguing the federal government has not…

States starting to see major ObamaCare coverage losses — 5:16 PM ET Newly released state enrollment data show ObamaCare coverage losses could be even more severe than initially anticipated, due to Congress's unwillingness to renew enhanced subsidies. Monthly enrollme…

Spike Lee: ICE 'not welcome' at celebrations if Knicks win NBA Finals — 5:09 PM ET Filmmaker Spike Lee said Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will not be welcome at celebrations for the New York Knicks if the basketball team claims victory in the NBA Finals. “If the Knicks,…

Compute becomes lifeblood, constraint of AI boom — 5:08 PM ET {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Compute becomes lifeblood, constraint of AI boom Computing power has become the lifeblood — and a key limiting factor — of the race to develop AI, as the…

House Democrat: Bill Gates's association with Epstein after 2008 conviction 'really troubling' — 5:07 PM ET Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) on Wednesday condemned Bill Gates’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein, which began after the disgraced financier pleaded guilty to sex crimes in 2008. The billionaire testif…

House to vote on short-term spy powers extension Thursday amid Pulte clash — 4:53 PM ET Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced that the House will vote Thursday morning on extending the nation's foreign spy powers through July 2, a move that comes amid a partisan clash over President Tr…

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House will vote Thursday on expected-to-fail surveillance patch — 5:32 PM ET The Section 702 spy program will lapse for at least a week if members then depart for a scheduled recess.

Some Senate Dems still won’t commit to Graham Platner — 5:18 PM ET Even as progressives and party leaders rally around the Maine Democrat, senators like Catherine Cortez Masto and Mark Kelly are wary.

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Union organizing, midterms take center stage at AFL-CIO convention in Minneapolis — 5:19 PM ET With the AFL-CIO convention in the rearview and the UAW convention ahead, the future of union participation in politics is far from settled, especially as membership gets more politically diverse.

Democrats show energy as key primary races take shape — 4:33 PM ET In a handful of primaries on Tuesday, Democrats showed strong voter enthusiasm even in states where they hold little political power. Several key races now shift toward November.

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Why Complete Election Results in Maine Could Take More Than a Week
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Winners in the Republican and Democratic primary races for governor and in a Democratic congressional primary have not yet been determined.

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Indiana Fever have a surprising addition to injury report ahead of Chicago Sky — 5:52 PM ET Sophie Cunningham participated in the portions of practice open to media on Wednesday but is listed as questions for game vs Chicago Sky

2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament: ESPN draws best TV ratings for Super Regionals since 2009 — 5:50 PM ET After its success in Regionals, ESPN continued to score strong TV ratings through Super Regionals of the 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament. The network announced more strong viewership during the second…

Nebraska lands commitment from four-star recruit Nehemiah Ombati — 5:50 PM ET Nebraska landed a commitment from class of 2027 four-star defensive lineman Nehemiah Ombati.

Turkish Giants Besiktas Set To Test Arsenal’s Resolve Over Trossard — 5:50 PM ET Leandro Trossard’s future at Arsenal has become one of the more intriguing stories of the summer transfer window.The Belgian has proven himself to be a valuable member of Mikel Arteta’s squad sinc...

Seat the rich! World Cup ticket inflation reflects widening gap between haves and have-nots — 5:49 PM ET The wild swings of dynamic pricing, ongoing accusations of FIFA corruption and questions of host-nation probity have created a huge backlash.

Knicks owner James Dolan says President Trump actually didn't fall asleep during Game 3 of NBA Finals — 5:48 PM ET A video appeared to show the president with his eyes closed as the Knicks clashed with the Spurs.

Spurs' win over Knicks was most-watched NBA Finals Game 3 since 1998 with 23.8 million viewers — 5:47 PM ET Victor Wembanyama's 32-point performance in San Antonio's 115-111 win over the New York Knicks on Monday night was the most-watched NBA Finals Game 3 since 1998. The game averaged 23.8 million viewer…

Longhorns closer Sam Cozart crowned National Freshman Pitcher of Year — 5:44 PM ET Sam Cozart adds big honor to his trophy case. The freshman phenom closer for Texas Longhorns baseball named National Freshman Pitcher of Year.

US official claims banned referee had links with 'terror organisations' — 5:43 PM ET Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States because of his "association with suspected members of terror organisations," says a US official.

Former Penn State OC sheds light on offensive struggles last season — 5:43 PM ET Former Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki reflects on the team's disappointing 2025 season struggles.

📸 Declan Rice rounds off stellar week with England goal — 5:43 PM ET It has been quite the week for England and Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice. Two days ago, he was named vice captain by England manager Thomas Tuchel, highlighting just how crucial he is in the leaders…

Kieran McKenna leaves Ipswich after guiding team back to the Premier League — 5:42 PM ET Kieran McKenna is leaving his post as Ipswich manager after guiding the team back into the Premier League. McKenna wants to “take time away from football management,” Ipswich said Wednesday in a stat…

Dolphins, Aaron Brewer reportedly agree to $52.5M extension with 3rd-highest salary for center in NFL — 5:41 PM ET Brewer, 28, will sign his deal after being named second-team All-Pro in his sixth NFL season.

Hurricanes fans get high-tech experience with on-ice projection at watch party inside Lenovo Center — 5:41 PM ET An on‑ice projection system gave the crowd a closer look at the action, which fueled Caniacs excitement in the NHL's 'loudest house.'

Netherlands says 'the pitch is so good' at NWSL facility for World Cup training — 5:41 PM ET The Netherlands World Cup team is training in Kansas City, brushing off concerns about summer heat and praising 'incredible' women's soccer facility.

Patriots Drake Maye Draws Comparision Between Stefon Diggs and A.J. Brown — 5:41 PM ET The New England Patriots released Stefon Diggs this offseason and traded for A.J. Brown. It's a major change to the offense, and the team is hoping it's for the best.

49ers continue to play musical chairs at running back after releasing Jordan Mims — 5:40 PM ET The 49ers signed Sincere McCormick to the roster…again

Everton Contract Talks Show David Moyes’ Midfield Plan Taking Shape — 5:40 PM ET Everton Midfield Plans Take Shape as Gueye Talks ContinueEverton’s summer already carries the familiar feel of transition, renewal and quiet calculation. According to information originally reported.…

Brandt offered to Roma in free agency — 5:40 PM ET Roma’s transfer market is seeing some changes in both signings and sales. According to Alfredo Pedullà, the Giallorossi have been strongly approached about the free transfer of Julian Brandt, who w...

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Shohei Ohtani vs. Jared Jones — 5:40 PM ET The Pirates are looking to grab a win against the Dodgers.

A Beginner's Guide to the 2026 World Cup — 5:39 PM ET Everything you need to know before the tournament kicks off this week.

Infantino defends Trump ties as World Cup arrives under a cloud it can’t ignore — 5:38 PM ET FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Donald Trump was essential to pulling off the World Cup, despite controversies.

Tracking where Vanderbilt baseball players, signees are playing summer ball in 2026 — 5:38 PM ET Vanderbilt baseball players, signees and transfers have received their summer league assignments, including Cape Cod and Team USA.

Tracking where Vanderbilt baseball players, signees are playing summer ball in 2026 — 5:38 PM ET Vanderbilt baseball players, signees and transfers have received their summer league assignments, including Cape Cod and Team USA.

Why Bengals' LB's Barrett Carter, Demetrius Knight Jr. are confident — 5:38 PM ET The Bengals' rollercoaster ride at the linebacker position in 2025 is well-documented: Carter and Knight, the team's two freshly-drafted rookies, were thrust into starting roles.

Why Bengals' LB's Barrett Carter, Demetrius Knight Jr. are confident — 5:38 PM ET The Bengals' rollercoaster ride at the linebacker position in 2025 is well-documented: Carter and Knight, the team's two freshly-drafted rookies, were thrust into starting roles.

What channel is Knicks vs. Spurs on today? Time, schedule, live stream to watch Game 4 of 2026 NBA Finals — 5:38 PM ET Here’s everything you need to know to watch Game 4 of the Knicks vs. Spurs series, including the start time, TV channel and live stream information.

Chiefs extend Mahomes contract in deal worth reported $504 million — 5:37 PM ET The Kansas City Chiefs have reworked superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes's contract to extend his tenure through 2033 with the revamped deal worth a historic reported total of $504.75 million.ESPN…

Giants’ Willy Adames misses series finale: ‘Fighting through some pain’ — 5:37 PM ET SAN FRANCISCO — Willy Adames’ cold snap progressed into a minor slump with another hitless effort Tuesday night, but that wasn’t the reason he was out of the lineup the...

Nightmares on Saturdays: Ranking every SEC stadium by fear factor — 5:37 PM ET Which SEC football stadium is the most intimidating? We ranked all 16 venues by atmosphere and fear factor.

Lutkenhaus, 17, upsets Olympic champion Wanyonyi in Oslo — 5:36 PM ET American Cooper Lutkenhaus produces a stunning performance to beat Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi in the men's 800m at the Diamond League meeting in Oslo, but fellow teenager Gout Gout struggles…

Packers could not have asked for a better injury update at this stage of the offseason, and it's a major offensive boost — 5:36 PM ET Rising star tight end Tucker Kraft revealed that he expects to be ready for Week 1, and without limitations.

Pirates Roster Moves: Big Blow; Oneil Cruz Placed on Injured List — 5:35 PM ET PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will be without their starting center fielder as Oneil Cruz has been placed on the […] The post Pirates Roster Moves: Big Blow; Oneil Cruz Placed on Injured List a…

Trump will not attend US opening match of World Cup — 5:35 PM ET The U.S. president will stay home when his country takes the field in Los Angeles on Friday. Paraguay’s president will be there.

Arizona Cardinals potentially lose rookie for entire 2026 season — 5:35 PM ET Rookie DL Kaleb Proctor tore his meniscus in offseason workouts.

What time is the NBA Finals tonight? TV schedule, channel to watch Knicks vs. Spurs Game 4 — 5:35 PM ET Here’s everything you need to know to watch Game 4 of the Knicks vs. Spurs series, including the start time, TV channel and live stream information.

Castello Lukeba: Man United’s plan to beat Barcelona to RB Leipzig titan — 5:35 PM ET Manchester United face a fierce race to strike a deal for RB Leipzig centre-back Castello Lukeba, according to the latest report from Germany.Defensive GoliathSince signing for Leipzig in a deal wort…

Why Notre Dame's CJ Carr is suddenly a legitimate Heisman Trophy contender — 5:33 PM ET An interesting candidate to consider.

Patrick Mahomes makes NFL history, this time with his bank account — 5:31 PM ET Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes has made plenty of history on the field throughout his NFL career. Now, he’s making history with his bank account. On Wednesday, ESPN reported…

Eagles sign DE A.J. Epenesa, OG Michael Jordan — 5:31 PM ET Defensive end A.J.

Dolphins WR has one big goal on his mind for 2026 — 5:31 PM ET Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington is trying to make one change for this upcoming season that should help the team.

FIFA president defends World Cup ticket prices, says it helps soccer — 5:30 PM ET FIFA president Gianni Infantino said the demand for tickets hasn't gone down, showing that "maybe the price point was the right one."

Knicks-Spurs Game 3 is most-watched NBA game since 2017 — 5:30 PM ET The NBA Finals returned to Madison Square Garden for the first time since 1999 on Monday, and the result was the largest television audience the NBA has seen in nearly a decade. Game 3 of the NBA Fin…

Patriots outdueled Chargers, Chiefs, Bills for disgruntled $96 million ex-Eagles star WR, per report — 5:30 PM ET A new report reveals the Kansas City Chiefs were among the franchises that missed on a former Philadelphia Eagles standout wide receiver.

Chiefs Star Patrick Mahomes To Join Dak Prescott As $60 Million-A-Year Players — 5:30 PM ET Beginning in 2027 Patrick Mahomes will have a new deal averaging $64 million per year. The contract will have a value of $504.75 million.

How to watch the NBA Finals for free without DIRECTV: Live stream Spurs vs Knicks — 5:30 PM ET Momentum has finally entered the 2026 NBA Finals. After dropping the first two games at home by a combined 11 points, the San Antonio Spurs answered with a dramatic 115-111 victory at Madison Square…

“He changed the game” – Thierry Henry pays heartwarming tribute to ‘special’ Pep Guardiola — 5:30 PM ET Henry says Pep Guardiola “changed the game” & describes him as “a freak” in how he sees footballArsenal legend credits Guardiola with shaping the way he understands and analyses the gameHenry ...

Gamethread 6/10: Phillies at Blue Jays — 5:30 PM ET Let’s grab a series win here

Grading Patrick Mahomes' record-setting monster deal with the Chiefs — 5:29 PM ET Patrick Mahomes is very, very rich... even more so now.

England leading Costa Rica and well on top in final World Cup warm-up game — 5:29 PM ET Follow live as England face Costa Rica in their final warm-up game before the start of the World Cup.

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Knicks vs. Spurs Game 4 odds, prediction: NBA Finals pick as San Antonio looks to even series — 5:03 PM ET After pulling off a win on Monday, Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs will try to keep the momentum going

Use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS to get $1,500 in bonus bets for Spurs-Knicks NBA Finals Game 4, MLB Wednesday — 4:37 PM ET Use the latest BetMGM promo code CBSSPORTS to get $1,500 in bonus bets if your first bet loses for MLB, Spurs vs. Knicks NBA Finals betting on Wednesday

Texas Tech athletic director defends actions on Brendan Sorsby as school shows no signs of backing down — 4:25 PM ET Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt defended Brendan Sorsby and his school as the Red Raiders reportedly take steps toward a high-stakes legal showdown ahead of the 2026 season

NHL picks: Pavel Dorofeyev among best bets for Game 5 of 2026 Stanley Cup Final — 4:16 PM ET SportsLine NHL analyst Scott Erskine gives an overview of Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final matchup between Carolina and Vegas in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Can World Cup games go into overtime? How extra time works in 48-team format — 4:16 PM ET Some matches can be extended via what is called extra time, and some can't, and this is why

PGA Tour and DP World Tour's partnership with Australian Open could signal vision for Tour's global approach — 4:10 PM ET A three-year commitment to help raise the profile of the Australian Open is the PGA Tour's first formal partnership with Golf Australia

USMNT's Chris Richards says he's ready for World Cup opener against Paraguay after ankle injury — 3:56 PM ET The USMNT gets a massive boost ahead of Friday's World Cup opener as the star defender declares himself fit to play after recovering from an ankle injury

World Cup 2026 rooting guide: One reason to support each of the 48 teams participating in global spectacle — 3:51 PM ET With 48 teams participating, here's a reason to support each team

World Cup opening ceremony: How to watch, who's performing, start time, halftime show, what to know — 3:50 PM ET Three opening ceremonies will be taking place in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, and here's what to know

Ciryl Gane rejects dirty fighter label as he prepares for UFC White House: 'I know that I'm not a cheater' — 3:48 PM ET Gane is set to fight for a piece of the UFC heavyweight title for a fifth time

Deion Sanders announces he is 'cancer-free,' thankful to be healthy heading into Year 4 at Colorado — 3:36 PM ET The Buffaloes coach is back to full strength in time for the 2026 season

HQ PM Newlsetter 6/10/2026 — 3:34 PM ET What to watch Wednesday: Spurs-Knicks NBA Finals Game 4, MLB best bets

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Spurs vs. Knicks NBA Finals Game 4, MLB and more — 3:30 PM ET Find best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Wednesday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

Ronald Acuña Jr. lands on IL with hamstring strain, but Braves have built a big enough lead to withstand it — 3:08 PM ET Atlanta currently holds MLB's best record and a nine-game lead in the NL East

UFC Freedom 250: Fight card, date and latest news as Ilia Topuria takes on Justin Gaethje at the White House — 3:02 PM ET The spectacle goes down on Sunday in Washington D.C. with seven fights scheduled to take place

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England v Costa Rica: World Cup 2026 warm-up – live — 5:54 PM ET Storm delays friendly: kick-off 10pm BST, 5pm EDTPlayer guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail ScottEngland: Pickford, Konsa, O’Reilly, Stones, James, Rice, Anderson, Bellingham, Gordon, Madueke, Ka…

Gianni Infantino tells football fans to ‘chill’ in response to Fifa’s critics — 5:12 PM ET Fifa president defends handling of tournament‘Screaming and shouting does not find a solution’Gianni Infantino told football fans to “chill and relax” on the eve of the World Cup, while Fifa faced cr…

Nottingham Forest reject Manchester City’s £122m bid for Elliot Anderson — 4:40 PM ET City intensify their pursuit of England midfielderForest want fee to match British record £125m for IsakManchester City have made a second bid worth £122m for Elliot Anderson which has been rejected…

F1 leaders agree 2027 and 2028 engine changes to placate Verstappen and co — 4:27 PM ET Changes will address energy management issuesVerstappen one of most outspoken critics of current rulesThe key players in Formula One have come to an agreement to settle the proposed changes to the sp…

‘Not in our best moment’: strikes and tension temper World Cup buzz in Mexico City — 3:57 PM ET An escalating teachers’ strike and concerns around public perception have left locals with complicated feelings on the eve of the tournament’s openerWorld Cup newsletter | Daily podcast | Download th…

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World Cup quiz: How well do you remember these opening games? — 5:24 PM ET Test your knowledge of the past seven World Cup opening matches.

Lutkenhaus, 17, upsets Olympic champion Wanyonyi in Oslo — 5:20 PM ET American Cooper Lutkenhaus produces a stunning performance to beat Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi in the men's 800m at the Diamond League meeting in Oslo, but fellow teenager Gout Gout struggles…

'Have you lost control?' - BBC sports editor asks Fifa chief Infantino — 4:59 PM ET BBC sports editor Dan Roan quizzes Fifa president Gianni Infantino on the eve of the World Cup, after he told journalists to "chill" and "relax" over visa and ticketing issues.

Formula 1 agrees to engine design change after criticism — 3:57 PM ET Formula 1 agrees a two-step plan to change engine design in response to criticism of this year's new rules.

Rashford future uncertain as Barca deal deadline looms — 3:01 PM ET Man Utd are yet to be told whether Barcelona intend to sign England international Marcus Rashford for £26m before 15 June deadline following his loan spell.

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TV Ratings: NBA Finals Scores Largest Game 3 Audience Since the Michael Jordan Era — 5:26 PM ET ABC's telecast averaged almost 24 million viewers Monday night.

Where to Watch Knicks vs. Spurs in Game 4 of NBA Finals Live Online — 5:10 PM ET With a number of free streaming options, here's how basketball fans can catch the Knicks-hosted Game 4.

LACMA and Timid Magazine to Host Opening Celebration for Upcoming Chinese Fashion Exhibit — 5:03 PM ET The new exhibit, Fashioning Chinese Women: Empire to Modernity, features mannequin heads designed in collaboration with fashion designer Jason Wu.

‘Playing POTUS’ Review: Documentary From ‘Barb and Star’ Director Makes a Fun but Limited Impression — 4:57 PM ET Dana Carvey, Will Ferrell, Darrell Hammond and Keegan-Michael Key are among the stars discussing their takes on various occupants of the White House.

Hollywood’s Road Trip: Where to Stay Along America’s Most Cinematic Highway — 4:32 PM ET As Route 66 rings in its 100th anniversary, we’re rounding up the best places to lodge from Santa Monica to Chicago.

The Trump Administration Wants to Know If It Should Regulate Bets on Reality Shows — 4:22 PM ET The CFTC, in a notice filed Wednesday, is specifically asking for comments on whether prediction market bets on "game shows, reality show competitions, pageants" should be permitted as is.

A NewsNation Correspondent Was in ‘Disclosure Day,’ and This Weekend, They Won’t Let You Forget It — 3:57 PM ET The Steven Spielberg film's "Anchor 2" gets her own spinoff, kind of.

Michael Douglas, Willem Dafoe Reunite with Oliver Stone for Drama ‘White Lies’ — 3:42 PM ET Ellen Barkin and Homer Gere, the son of Richard Gere, is also in the feature that shot in Italy.

‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen’ Star Camila Morrone on Soulmates, Superstition and the Golden Age of Horror Acting — 3:38 PM ET The actor discusses bringing Rachel to life across a grueling five-month shoot in Canada's wintry season.

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Layoffs Coming at Xbox? New CEO Outlines Upcoming ‘Reset’ in Memo to Staff: ‘Surprising and Even Frustrating’ Realities Facing Business — 5:29 PM ET New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlined several “surprising and even frustrating” realities facing the Microsoft-owned gaming business in a memo to staff Wednesday, which included forward looking statement…

‘007 First Light’ Studio Chief on Future Bond Games With Amazon, Adding New Free Missions and Isola’s Backstory — 5:00 PM ET While the overall future of the James Bond video game franchise is up in the air, the next 12 months have been laid out for the IO Interactive-published “007 First Light.” With more than 2.7 million…

Feel-Good Digital Publisher Upworthy Gets New CEO: Amanda Farrand, Alum of Imagine Entertainment and Hello Sunshine — 5:00 PM ET Entertainment veteran Amanda Farrand has a new gig — where she’s in charge of sparking joy on the internet, and, ideally, making some money from it. Upworthy, a digital aggregator and producer of vir…

How ‘Bridgerton’ Star Yerin Ha Raised the Show’s Acting Bar in Season 4 — 5:00 PM ET The fourth season of “Bridgerton” could have easily been a filler season if it weren’t for Yerin Ha. The “Cinderella”-themed season focused on Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson), the spare to heir A…

‘I Negotiate With Hugging’: Nick Offerman Sounds Off on Toxic Masculinity, Turning Down Ron Swanson Roles and ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ — 4:42 PM ET Nick Offerman has a strong work ethic. When he signed up to play former pro wrestler James “Jinx” Millet in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” he worried he’d have to train as hard as other Hollywood gym…

Tim Allen Says ‘Home Improvement’ Reboot Is ‘Stuck’ Because of On-Screen Sons’ ‘Personality Problems’ in Real Life: ‘They’ve Got Their Own Issues’ — 3:38 PM ET “Toy Story 5” star Tim Allen says a “Home Improvement” reboot is not likely at the moment due to “personality problems” with the actors who played his on-screen sons on the classic ABC sitcom. “They…

The Best Audible Books to Listen to Right Now: From ‘Famesick’ to the ‘Off Campus’ Series — 3:21 PM ET Many of the biggest names in Hollywood are lending their star power to Audible titles — from Harris Dickinson and Marisa Abela in “Pride and Prejudice” to the bold-faced cast attached to the upcoming…

📰 New York Times (3 stories)

Ernest Chambers, ‘Smothers Brothers’ TV Show Producer, Dies at 97 — 4:43 PM ET In the late 1960s, he and Saul Ilson oversaw a variety show known for its social and political satire, and together they helped fight network censors over its content.

The Good List: 6 Things to Add Joy to Your Day — 4:11 PM ET Dancing pigeons, mystery stew and a nostalgia machine.

How Maya Rudolph Became an ‘Absolute Menace’ in ‘Oh, Mary!’ — 3:12 PM ET For her Broadway debut, the comedian hired a trainer, read lines with her daughter and, when she needed it most, was saved by improv.

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