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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.

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Here's everything that broke across the major newsrooms in the past 3 hours (3:00 PM ET through 6:00 PM ET). We scanned 45 feeds across roughly 21 outlets and surfaced 227 stories from 19 active outlets spanning 4 topics.

🌍 News & General
108 stories
across 11 outlets
🏟️ Sports
76 stories
across 4 outlets
🎬 Culture & Entertainment
23 stories
across 3 outlets
🏛️ Politics
20 stories
across 4 outlets

🔥 Top Headlines Right Now

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

amfAR to Honor Artist Marina Abramović (EXCLUSIVE) — Variety, 5:57 PM ET This year’s amfAR Venezia benefit gala will honor renowned conceptual and performance artist Marina Abramović. The sixth annual event returns to Venice, Italy on Sept. 6. “It is an honor to recognize…

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Sign Preliminary Deal, but Its Terms Remain Secret — New York Times, 5:55 PM ET President Trump and Iran’s lead negotiator have signed an agreement that was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz. But the specific terms of the deal have not been released, and Israel’s leader appe…

Lukaku makes impact off the bench as Belgium draw with Egypt — BBC News, 5:55 PM ET An own goal from Mohamed Hany denies Egypt a first ever victory at the World Cup as they draw 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.

Lukaku makes impact off the bench as Belgium draw with Egypt — BBC Sport, 5:55 PM ET An own goal from Mohamed Hany denies Egypt a first ever victory at the World Cup as they draw 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.

VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch' — BBC News, 5:52 PM ET Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconsc…

VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch' — BBC Sport, 5:52 PM ET Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconsc…

The US government’s Anthropic models ban was never about an AI jailbreak — TechCrunch, 5:50 PM ET The Trump administration's decision that forced Anthropic to pull its latest cybersecurity models could be reactionary, retaliatory, or both, but the message is clear: The AI industry isn't immune fr…

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🌍 News & General (108)
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🎬 Culture & Entertainment (23)
🏛️ Politics (20)

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🌍 News & General — 108 stories across 11 outlets

📰 New York Times (31 stories)

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Sign Preliminary Deal, but Its Terms Remain Secret — 5:55 PM ET President Trump and Iran’s lead negotiator have signed an agreement that was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz. But the specific terms of the deal have not been released, and Israel’s leader appe…

Will Commercial Ships Have to Pay to Pass Through the Strait of Hormuz? Maybe. — 5:49 PM ET Charging a toll is illegal under international law, but some fees are allowed for services. It is not clear what services Iran would provide, but there were no fees charged before the war.

‘Trump Has Failed’: 3 Opinion Writers Dissect the Iran Deal — 5:37 PM ET Was the Iran war worth it — and will the latest agreement even stick?

A Bystander at a ‘No Kings’ March Was Killed. Did the Shooter Commit a Crime? — 5:32 PM ET A gunman believed he was defending the crowd, then killed an innocent protester. The legal case is complicated.

Alabama and Georgia Runoff Elections Offer a New Test of Trump’s Influence Tomorrow — 5:30 PM ET The Peach State, as well as Alabama, will offer new tests of Trump’s influence.

Algae Is Turning the Reflecting Pool Green. Again. — 5:29 PM ET Algal blooms have hit the site, between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument, after a $14.2 million repair project.

What We Know About the Fatal Crash of a Skydiving Plane in Missouri — 5:26 PM ET All 12 people aboard the aircraft died on Sunday when it crashed shortly after takeoff near Kansas City.

Will the Iran Deal Stick? — 5:16 PM ET After many false starts, this cease-fire plan could be different. That’s because the war really has become painful for both the U.S. and Iran.

Inside the Partisan Battle Over America’s 250th Birthday Celebrations — 5:14 PM ET President Trump sidestepped a congressional commission and formed his own group to plan the festivities. The result is a deeply partisan celebration, disgruntled celebrities and plenty of confusion.

How Kratom, an Addictive Gas Station Drug, Found Allies in Trump’s Cabinet — 5:09 PM ET With support from Markwayne Mullin and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the kratom industry is pursuing a potentially lucrative policy. Mr. Mullin owns equity in a company that could benefit.

Trump Lost The War He Started In Iran — 4:46 PM ET The United States is emerging weaker — militarily, diplomatically and economically — than at the start of the war.

Dan Sullivan Namesake Is Disqualified From Alaska Senate Ballot — 4:46 PM ET Republicans had accused Democrats of attempting to confuse voters by boosting a candidate with the same name as the incumbent Republican senator.

U.S. and Iran Sign a Framework Deal, Leaving Major Issues for Future Talks — 4:45 PM ET U.S. and Iranian officials said the deal included a 60-day cease-fire to pave the way for negotiations toward a final peace agreement and talks on Iran’s nuclear program.

14-Year-Old Is Charged With Armed Robbery of Boston Lemonade Stand — 4:43 PM ET A cash box containing about $80 was stolen from two siblings in Boston during the robbery, which occurred in broad daylight, the police and family members said.

Gov. Gavin Newsom Says Trump Is Investigating Him and His Wife — 4:36 PM ET Aides to Gov. Gavin Newsom of California say several people associated with the couple have been contacted by federal agents in the past week. He criticized the move as politically motivated.

Jean Ziegler, Swiss Gadfly Who Provoked His Countrymen, Dies at 92 — 4:33 PM ET In a nation that sees itself as a tranquil oasis of prosperity and business virtue, he drew death threats for pointing out a dark underside.

B-52 Bomber Crashes at Edwards Air Force Base in California — 4:30 PM ET The crash occurred shortly after takeoff this morning from Edwards Air Force Base in California. Emergency crews were responding to the site.

Trump Thanks China and Russia, Partners of Iran, for Diplomatic Help — 4:26 PM ET China and Russia have both given support to Iran during the war that the United States and Israel started. But President Trump has made no mention of that.

SpaceX’s Stock Surges on First Full Day of Trading — 4:24 PM ET The company’s shares jumped on Monday, and executives announced that they had raised even more money in an already record-breaking initial offering.

As Russia Strikes Ukraine, a Cultural Symbol Catches Fire — 4:16 PM ET The latest casualty in the war is a centuries-old cathedral. President Volodymyr Zelensky called it “one of the largest Russian crimes against Christian culture.”

Investigators Look for Electronic Devices of Victims in Skydiving Crash — 4:08 PM ET The aircraft that went down in Butler, Mo., on Sunday was not required to have had a voice recorder, a National Transportation Safety Board official said.

Stocks Surge as U.S. and Iran Reach Preliminary Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz — 4:08 PM ET Oil prices fell and stocks gained early Monday after Iran and the U.S. reached a deal that may allow more energy and other goods to flow through the Strait of Hormuz.

Lawmakers Warn Trump Officials Not to Pursue Arch Project Without Congress — 4:07 PM ET In a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and national parks officials, several Democrats and a Senate independent said that members of the administration could face fines and even criminal prose…

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In France, Justice System Faces Public Anger After 11-Year-Old Girl’s Killing — 3:56 PM ET Protests have erupted across France after authorities revealed that a man accused of kidnapping Lyhanna Rameau Bernard, a French schoolgirl found dead this month, had previously been flagged to law e…

‘We’ve Arrived!’: Cape Verde Fans Exult in World Cup Draw With Spain — 3:53 PM ET Cape Verde, a tiny island nation off the West African coast, is among the smallest countries to ever qualify for the World Cup. Fans marveled that it held the line against a tournament favorite.

Convicted Leader of Greek Militant Group Ordered Back to Prison — 3:35 PM ET Alexandros Giotopoulos, 82, had been serving 17 life sentences for leading November 17, a leftist group blamed for a wave of bombings and assassinations.

With Its Biggest E.U. Opponent Gone, Ukraine Is Advancing in Its Bid to Join — 3:14 PM ET Even though negotiations are beginning for Ukraine to join the bloc, the path ahead is a long one.

Singer Oliver Tree Presumed Dead After Helicopter Crash in Brazil — 3:12 PM ET The two helicopters crashed in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, killing at least six people, the authorities said.

Israel Counts the Ways That Netanyahu’s Iran Strategy Failed — 3:12 PM ET The U.S.-Iran framework agreement appears to omit some of the most important provisions that Israel wanted.

Will SpaceX Fortunes Trickle Down to This Texas Town? — 3:11 PM ET Elon Musk built a huge complex outside the city of Bastrop, population 14,000. Its residents now wonder what the historic SpaceX initial public offering might mean for them.

📰 The Guardian (15 stories)

California governor Gavin Newsom accuses Donald Trump of directing DoJ to investigate him and his wife – US politics live — 5:44 PM ET Newsom accuses president of ‘coming after me because I am considering running for president’; justice department has yet to comment on claimGavin Newsom says Trump directed DoJ to investigate him and…

Australia news live: police to investigate Gaza flotilla activist allegations; Victorian law set to enshrine right to WFH — 5:43 PM ET Police meet activists and will inquire into abuse and sexual assault allegations. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFinance minister says cut to fuel…

Saudi Arabia v Uruguay: World Cup 2026 – live — 5:39 PM ET ⚽️ World Cup kick-off: 6pm EDT/11pm BST/8am AEST⚽️ Spain 0-0 Cape Verde | Player guide | BracketologyWhere to start? Perhaps towards the end of April when Hervé Renard was fired as head coach and the…

Starmer vows new sanctions on Russia and nuclear energy support for Ukraine — 5:30 PM ET G7 told ‘we will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes’, with Russia’s finance networks and shadow fleet targetedKeir Starmer has vowed to “choke off” Russian revenue with further sanctions and…

Alaska rules Dan Sullivan cannot run against Dan Sullivan in key Senate race — 5:26 PM ET Elections chief says bid by ex-teacher to challenge senator with same name was filed ‘to confuse or mislead’ votersThere will still be one Dan Sullivan on the ballot, but election officials in Alaska…

Florida lawsuit accuses TikTok of violating state’s child social media ban — 5:18 PM ET State’s attorney general alleges TikTok exposed children to harmful sexual content and addictive featuresFlorida became the latest state to sue TikTok on Monday after the attorney general accused the…

Oil prices hit three-month low and markets reach record high amid Iran deal breakthrough — 5:15 PM ET Donald Trump posts ‘Let the oil flow’ as US-Iran peace deal sparks immediate drop for Brent crudeAnalysis: Oil and gas unlikely to return to prewar prices for months even if Hormuz reopensBusiness li…

Netanyahu declares victory over Iran – and rules out withdrawal from Lebanon — 5:07 PM ET Preliminary agreement between Washington and Tehran has prompted anger in Israel, and criticism of NetanyahuBenjamin Netanyahu has hailed a historic victory over Iran and ruled out any immediate with…

Gavin Newsom says Trump directed DoJ to investigate him and his wife — 4:26 PM ET California governor says Trump is ‘coming after me because I am considering running for president’Gavin Newsom said on Monday that Donald Trump directed the US Department of Justice (DoJ) to investig…

Eric Trump denies cheating allegations over White House UFC fights — 4:17 PM ET President’s son says screenshots that appeared to show him asking analyst Daniel Cormier for information were ‘fake’Eric Trump has denied cheating allegations after screenshots shared online appeared…

B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at US military base in southern California — 3:59 PM ET B-52 crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday at Edwards air force base in California's Mojave Desert, officials saySign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA B-52 bomber crashed shortly after…

Behind the facade of Jamie Varley, the ‘wicked, arrogant liar’ who abused and murdered his baby son — 3:39 PM ET Varley presented himself in court as a doting dad but prosecution said he used adopted boy as a sexual ‘plaything’‘They were an ordinary couple,” said one neighbour. Their baby “was happy, he was smi…

King tides along California coast prompt advisories following two deaths — 3:38 PM ET A five-year-old girl was swept away and a woman was pulled into the water, prompting authorities to urge precautionMassive waves, coastal flooding and dangerous rip currents are roiling the Californi…

Defence secretary quizzed by MPs over timing of Russian oil tanker seizure — 3:29 PM ET Dan Jarvis says vessel tracked for several days as opposition suggest decision linked to his predecessor’s resignationDan Jarvis has told MPs that the Russian oil tanker seized on Sunday had been mon…

Trump declares US-Iran peace deal ‘all signed’ as G7 leaders battle to tie up loose ends — 3:08 PM ET US president says strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but questions remain over waterway fees and Israeli breaches of ceasefire in Lebanon Tallying the global cost of the US-Israel war against…

📰 Al Jazeera (15 stories)

Journalist hit by Israeli strike while reporting in Lebanon — 5:36 PM ET A journalist for Press TV has been hit by shrapnel while filming a report on Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon.

Egypt draw 1–1 with Belgium at World Cup group-stage game — 5:23 PM ET Emam Ashour's first international goal gave Egypt the lead before veteran Romelu Lukaku forced an own goal to equalise.

Iran vs New Zealand live: World Cup 2026 — 5:06 PM ET Follow our live build-up, protest news, score, team sheets, score, photos and text commentary stream from Los Angeles.

Can a social media ban protect young users? — 4:56 PM ET The UK says it's banning access to social media for those under age 16.

7-year-old mourns father and brother killed in Israeli strike on Gaza — 4:55 PM ET 7-year-old mourns father and brother killed in Israeli strike on Gaza.

EU officially launches Ukraine and Moldova accession process — 4:46 PM ET Kyiv sees EU accession as a security guarantee and alignment with Western values as it defends against Russian invasion.

Hungarian MPs approve PM limits to block potential return of Orban — 4:46 PM ET The reform is one of the first introduced by PM Peter Magyar as he seeks to return Hungary to the EU mainstream.

Trump touts Iran deal and Ukraine ambition as he arrives at G7 — 4:24 PM ET Amid G7 tensions, Trump says Iran agreement is a step towards peace in the Middle East and beyond.

Netanyahu says Israel won’t leave occupied land in Lebanon — 4:21 PM ET Israel's occupation of territory in Lebanon and Syria will continue, PM Netanyahu said, despite US deal with Iran.

What Israeli leaders are saying about US-Iran ‘peace deal’ — 4:20 PM ET Israel’s political leaders, including Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, have reacted to the US-Iran agreement.

California Governor Newsom says US Department of Justice investigating him — 3:54 PM ET Newsom says he and wife targeted because he is considering running for president in 2028; DOJ has not confirmed probe.

Russian supersonic bomber crashes in Siberia during training exercise — 3:41 PM ET A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed in Siberia’s Irkutsk region during a training flight.

Dutch court sentences Syrian to 26 years for torturing for al-Assad — 3:36 PM ET The sentence is the latest in a series of European cases against Syrians since Bashar al-Assad was overthrown in 2024.

US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base — 3:27 PM ET It was not immediately clear if there were any casualties in crash at base north of Los Angeles, California.

US judge dismisses Musk’s xAI trade secret lawsuit against OpenAI — 3:11 PM ET The lawsuit originally filed in September focused on broader alleged misappropriation of confidential information.

📰 CNBC (13 stories)

This cybersecurity stock is up 80% since April. Joe Terranova says it's still a buy — 5:35 PM ET CrowdStrike Holdings still has room to run, even after soaring more than 80% since April 10, according to investor Joe Terranova.

The Iran deal came just in time as Strategic Petroleum Reserve hits lowest level since 1983 — 5:13 PM ET Oil executives have warned that global inventories are rapidly depleting due to the supply disruption triggered by the Iran war.

Centene to offer buyouts to some employees as health insurer cuts costs — 4:50 PM ET The health insurer Centene did not indicate to how many employees were offered buyouts or how much it is aiming to reduce its workforce.

SpaceX stock jumps 20% in first full day of trading after record debut — 4:37 PM ET SpaceX is valued at over $2 trillion after its stock rallied on the first day of trading last week.

Gavin Newsom says Trump ordered DOJ to investigate him and his wife — 4:33 PM ET California Gov. Newsom called President Donald Trump "simply the most corrupt President in American history."

'Mag 7' is no more, meet the 'FAB 10': Retail investors buy SpaceX in record numbers for their new portfolio plan — 4:23 PM ET Single-stock retail buying was $117 million for SpaceX on its first day of trading, amounting to 56% of all retail purchases, Vanda Research found.

How the Strait of Hormuz reopening could unfold if the U.S.-Iran deal is implemented — 4:20 PM ET Tanker traffic through Hormuz could quickly increase but it is unclear whether transits will approach prewar levels, according to Kpler.

Trump trusts Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. It matters for more than interest rates — 4:14 PM ET New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is expected to hold interest rates steady this week, but President Donald Trump’s trust gives him room to pursue longer-term changes.

Dow climbs more than 450 points for record close as oil tumbles on potential Iran deal — 4:13 PM ET The three major indexes are coming off a winning week.

Nvidia plans to raise at least $20 billion in first debt sale since start of AI boom — 4:11 PM ET Nvidia is set raise capital in a debt sale for the first time since 2021, when the chipmaker was a fraction of its current size.

I want people to be millionaires — Jim Cramer's blueprint to make money in any market — 4:09 PM ET In this exclusive interview, Jim walks through how investors should think about identifying a small group of individual stocks to complement a diversified portfolio

Wall Street's fear gauge tumbles as traders bid up SpaceX shares — 3:26 PM ET The biggest IPO has been digested without a hiccup, and Wall Street's so-called "fear gauge" is back below its long-term average.

Oil prices fall about 5% as Iran deal is set to open Hormuz Strait — 3:12 PM ET "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," Trump said in a Truth Social post.

📰 BBC News (12 stories)

Lukaku makes impact off the bench as Belgium draw with Egypt — 5:55 PM ET An own goal from Mohamed Hany denies Egypt a first ever victory at the World Cup as they draw 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.

VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch' — 5:52 PM ET Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconsc…

'Cartwheels at breakfast' & kicking about Boston - the culture shift in Scotland camp — 5:37 PM ET Steve Clarke "doing cartwheels" is a sign of the shift among the Scotland squad and staff, writes Amy Canavan in Charlotte.

SpaceX IPO raised $10bn more than thought — 5:15 PM ET The company's listing raised $87.5bn, compared with the $75bn it was initially thought.

SpaceX IPO raised $10bn more than thought — 5:15 PM ET The company's listing raised $87.5bn, compared with the $75bn it was initially thought.

US Air Force B-52 bomber plane crashes after take off in California — 4:39 PM ET Officials did not say if anyone was injured in the crash, but the aircraft typically carry a crew of five.

Trump says deal to end war with Iran already signed and details to be released 'pretty soon' — 4:33 PM ET Trump says Strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but there is still confusion about the exact contents of the agreement.

The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut — 4:15 PM ET Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.

The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut against Spain — 4:15 PM ET Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.

Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged — 3:56 PM ET An Indian national is charged with contravening sanctions after the tanker was detained.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday? — 3:49 PM ET Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history

Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet — 3:48 PM ET The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.

📰 PBS NewsHour (10 stories)

Meet Merlin the duck, a Mexico City streetside regular turned World Cup mascot — 4:50 PM ET The 2-year-old duck dressed in Mexico's national colors became an internet sensation during Mexico's World Cup-opening victory over South Africa.

Lawmakers fight to stop the Trump administration's dismantling of a $386 million ocean observatory project — 4:44 PM ET Monday's pushback against the Republican administration's actions comes as scientists are set to remove instruments from the Pacific and as an El Niño event is predicted to arrive this summer.

South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim dies in Germany at age 91 after a brief illness — 4:28 PM ET Globally celebrated South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim, who performed at Nelson Mandela 's 1994 presidential inauguration, has died at age 91, his family announced in a statement Monday.

B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at U.S. military base in Southern California — 4:14 PM ET There was no immediate information on whether anyone was hurt. A B-52 Stratofortress is typically crewed by five people.

Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'America's Next Top Model' documentary, alleging defamation — 4:11 PM ET Banks contends in the lawsuit filed Saturday that they edited her interviews to create a false narrative.

What to know about the deal to end the Iran war — 4:00 PM ET Iran and the United States are trumpeting their tentative agreement aimed at ending their war as a victory. But so far there is no word on what's actually in it.

WATCH: Trump predicts 'great things' from Iran deal as he meets with Macron at G7 — 3:47 PM ET "I think a lot of great things are going to happen in the Middle East right now, and very importantly the oil is plummeting down and the stock market is shooting up like a rocket today," Presidentt D…

Senate candidate with same name as incumbent Dan Sullivan ineligible for ballot, official rules — 3:42 PM ET A top Alaska election official has ruled that a U.S. Senate candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state's primary ball…

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Trump's Justice Department is investigating him and his wife — 3:31 PM ET Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Justice Department is investigating him and his wife, accusing the Trump administration of targeting him for political purposes as he weig…

Even with a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, it could take weeks or months for oil to fully flow — 3:09 PM ET The tentative agreement to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz would be good news for the global economy. But oil won't simply start flowing through the key shipping artery the way it…

📰 The Verge (5 stories)

Facebook’s new AI Mode search gets its info from public posts — 5:15 PM ET Your public Facebook posts could help inform AI-generated results in Meta's new AI Mode. When you search on Facebook, the "AI Mode" option will appear alongside the usual search modes like "People" a…

Xbox is closing down Hellblade creator Ninja Theory — 5:13 PM ET Xbox is closing down Ninja Theory, the studio behind the Hellblade series, a source tells The Verge. Staffers were told on a call on Monday about the closure, but they are hoping the studio will find…

Fox wants to take over your TV — and the tech inside it — 4:04 PM ET Fox is about to take over the TVs in more than 100 million homes worldwide. On Monday, Fox announced that it's acquiring Roku, the streaming middleman that serves as a portal for viewers to hop into…

Amazon’s Smart Thermostat is on sale for just $58 — 3:33 PM ET If your electricity bill climbs every summer, a smart thermostat could help keep cooling costs in check. The Amazon Smart Thermostat is an excellent option for its price, especially today. It’s down…

All the news about Anthropic’s new AI fight with the White House — 3:04 PM ET Anthropic was already navigating one dispute with the government in its standoff with the Pentagon, and then came an order on June 12th to block off foreign access to its most recently released AI mo…

📰 Ars Technica (3 stories)

COVID vaccines still protect against heart problems, large study finds — 5:04 PM ET Despite continued benefits, anti-vaccine rhetoric has driven down vaccination.

UK to ban social media for kids under 16, may impose overnight curfews — 4:14 PM ET Critics say bans push kids to riskier alternatives and can be beaten with VPNs.

Chipmaker Nvidia seeks to raise over $25B in first bond deal since 2021 — 3:07 PM ET Debt sale set to test investor appetite for further exposure to AI sector amid a deluge of borrowing.

📰 The Atlantic (2 stories)

The U.S. Had No Choice but Diplomacy—Yet Again — 5:12 PM ET The new pact between the U.S. and Iran seeks to rewind the clock to the day before the war. ​​​​​​

The White House Is Ratcheting Up Its War Against Anthropic — 4:49 PM ET This is how America loses the AI race.

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📰 TechCrunch
The US government’s Anthropic models ban was never about an AI jailbreak
— TechCrunch, 5:50 PM ET
The Trump administration's decision that forced Anthropic to pull its latest cybersecurity models could be reactionary, retaliatory, or both, but the message is clear: The AI industry isn't immune fr…
📰 Wired
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth Admits the Company’s AI Reorg Was ‘Atrocious’
— Wired, 5:33 PM ET
In an internal memo seen by WIRED, Bosworth promised employees more stability, better communication, and the return of workplace perks as the company seeks to improve morale.

🏛️ Politics — 20 stories across 4 outlets

📰 The Hill (15 stories)

Trump, Netanyahu tensions reach new high, complicating Iran deal — 5:50 PM ET Tensions have never been higher between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over how to end the war they started together, threatening the viability of a U.S.-Iran peace dea…

Vance takes center stage with Iran deal to open Strait of Hormuz — 5:48 PM ET Vice President Vance is taking center stage as the U.S. is poised to sign a preliminary deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, in what could prove to be a political opportunity or minefield a…

Warsh faces bind between Trump, inflation — 5:28 PM ET Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Warsh faces bind between Trump, inflation Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is facing…

US strategic oil reserve hits lowest level since 1983 — 5:24 PM ET The U.S. supply of emergency oil has hit its lowest level since 1983, according to newly released federal data. The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) is down to 340.3 million barrels, according…

Alaska election official rules Senate candidate with same name as Sullivan is ineligible on ballot — 5:23 PM ET An Alaskan election official determined Monday that a candidate with the same name as incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) is ineligible to appear on the ballot. “On review of the complaints and ot…

Thune says Congress needs more information about US-Iran peace deal — 5:21 PM ET Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) says he doesn’t yet have enough information to make a judgment about the peace deal between the United States and Iran announced by President Trump on Sunda…

Trump admin paying thousands of dollars per month to store ruined USAID contraceptives — 5:21 PM ET Millions of dollars' worth of contraceptives meant to be distributed to low-income nations in Africa have expired, but the Trump administration is paying tens of thousands of dollars a month to keep…

Trump World Cup task force head Andrew Giuliani: Somali referee 'was talking to some very bad people' — 5:11 PM ET President Trump’s World Cup czar, Andrew Giuliani, on Sunday claimed that a Somali referee —who was denied entry into the U.S. for the FIFA World Cup — "was talking to some very bad people." "There's…

US soccer star's 2 World Cup goals thrust Trump birthright citizenship push into spotlight — 4:48 PM ET U.S. men’s soccer striker Folarin Balogun scored two goals in the Americans’ victorious opener of the FIFA World Cup on Friday, a performance that would not have occurred had his mother not traveled…

Carville: Trump 'going to walk away' from presidency by next Easter — 4:29 PM ET Democratic strategist James Carville on Sunday predicted that President Trump is "going to walk away" from the presidency and leave office by next Easter. Carville said during a discussion with his "…

Trump calls for impeachment of Senate Democrat who called ending Obama's Iran deal 'bad mistake' — 4:21 PM ET President Trump on Sunday called for the impeachment of Democratic Sen. Jack Reed (R.I.), after the lawmaker criticized his decision to pull out of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)…

Thune says Senate will move FISA bill without SAVE America Act, rebuffing Trump — 4:20 PM ET Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) on Monday said the Senate will attempt to pass an extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act’s (FISA) enhanced surveillance powers without the S…

RFK Jr. demands journal explain removal of vaccine study used to support his childhood immunization changes — 3:59 PM ET Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is demanding answers from a science journal on why a study regarding vaccination and sudden infant death was removed from the publication. In…

Dana White slams UFC fighter Josh Hokit's insult of Michelle Obama: 'I hate that kind of nonsense' — 3:52 PM ET UFC boss Dana White is condemning comments made by fighter Josh Hokit after his bout at "UFC Freedom 250" on the White House lawn Sunday, during which he said former first lady Michelle Obama is a ma…

Vance: 'Childless cat ladies' remark 'one of the dumbest things I ever said' — 3:45 PM ET Vice President Vance said he regrets a previous comment he made about members of the Democratic Party being “childless cat ladies,” saying that it was “one of the dumbest things" he ever said. During…

📰 Politico (3 stories)

Battleground Iowa House race takes bizarre turn with alleged RFK Jr. intervention — 5:12 PM ET Marco Battaglia, who hopes to run for GOP Rep. Zach Nunn’s seat, claims a bizarre pressure pressure campaign is mounting against him.

Thune is ‘hopeful’ Mitch McConnell will return this week — 3:56 PM ET Thune’s predecessor as GOP leader was hospitalized over the weekend without explanation.

Summer ICE — 3:51 PM ET

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📰 NPR
'Sometimes splitting is a good thing': An Illinois movement aims to be the 51st state
— NPR, 5:21 PM ET
A third of Illinois counties have passed resolutions seeking to separate from the city of Chicago. People in these rural counties resent what they see as disproportionate power wielded by Chicago.
📰 New York Times
Kennedy Orders Woman to Stay in Hantavirus Quarantine, Despite C.D.C. Recommendation
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Others who were in the facility have been allowed to return to their homes in recent weeks for monitoring by local health officials.

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Isaac Heath completes move to Cambridge Utd — 5:50 PM ET Winger Isaac Heath has completed a permanent move away from Everton to join Cambridge United for an undisclosed fee after spending last season on loan at Accrington Stanley.Heath, who joined the Toff…

Head coach Klint Kubiak versus offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak — 5:49 PM ET Kirk Cousins shines some light on the difference between Kubiak as a play-caller and head man.

'Cartwheels at breakfast' & kicking about Boston - the culture shift in Scotland camp — 5:47 PM ET Steve Clarke "doing cartwheels" is a sign of the shift among the Scotland squad and staff, writes Amy Canavan in Charlotte.

150 kph and rising: Ashok Sharma gets India A call-up — 5:47 PM ET Ashok Sharma's rapid rise continues as the 23-year-old pacer earns an India A call-up for the Sri Lanka tri-series after replacing injured Yudhvir Singh. Fresh from a domestic switch to Gujarat, the…

International punter commits to Texas A&M — 5:46 PM ET The Texas A&M Aggies have landed a commitment from Australian punter Jamie Sidebottom.

How To Watch The Inner Circle 19 And ONE Friday Fights 159 On June 19 — 5:46 PM ET Find out where you can watch these thrilling events anywhere in the world!

Florida prosecutors file intent to subpoena Tigers Woods' medical records from post-crash hospital treatment for DUI prosecution — 5:46 PM ET Tiger Woods has reportedly returned to his Florida home after a six-week stay in Switzerland to undergo treatment.

Patriots Drake Maye Thankful To Have Repeat OC For First Time In Adult Life — 5:45 PM ET Patriots quarterback Drake Maye will have the same offensive coordinator for the first time ever.

Moreira and Cape Verde draw Spain, showing MLS impact on the global stage — 5:45 PM ET If you missed it, mighty powerful Spain just got stopped, goalless, against the small, once-Portuguese territory and island of Cape Verde, one of the very few nations that shares Portuguese with Braz…

Kansas City Royals vs Washington Nationals Live Discussion — 5:45 PM ET A short road trip against an ascending Nationals team with young talent.

The New York Liberty have completely bounced back — 5:44 PM ET The Liberty began the season 3-4 and appeared to be stumbling. They’ve since turned it around.

David Bailey earning high praise from a respected Jets veteran — 5:44 PM ET One Jets veteran defender put some high praise on the team's top rookie David Bailey.

Patriots insider names four tight ends as possible free agent options — 5:44 PM ET The New England Patriots could be in the market for another tight end ahead of training camp.

Cape Verde stifles Spain in stunning World Cup debut — 5:44 PM ET Although it wasn't a win, Cape Verde delivered a World Cup debut for the ages with a draw against powerhouse Spain.

Donald Trump to break FIFA World Cup final tradition during trophy presentation — 5:44 PM ET FIFA will allow U.S. President Donald Trump to decide whether he stays on the podium with the winning team during the World Cup trophy presentation, or exits the stage — breaking standard protocol on…

Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game — 5:44 PM ET Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed Salah's 34th birthday.It was just the second time in their history that Egypt had…

Knicks Talk Show Parade Will Continue on ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’ — 5:43 PM ET Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby will appear on the NBC show June 16 and 17.

Big wins against top-ranked opponents fuel a rapid White Sox rise — 5:42 PM ET Hard to argue that the White Sox aren't the real deal now.

Lukaku forces Belgium leveller 22 seconds after coming on v Egypt — 5:41 PM ET Substitute Romelu Lukaku forced an equalizer moments after coming on to help Belgium deny Egypt a first men's World Cup victory in 92 years following a 1-1 draw on Monday. Lukaku's season at Napoli w…

Shane Beamer says Sam Williams-Dixon dismissed from South Carolina football after arrest — 5:41 PM ET South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer said transfer running back Sam Williams-Dixon is no longer on team following his arrest.

Bills' Joe Brady raves about rookie defender early in his career — 5:40 PM ET Here's what Bills head coach Joe Brady had to say about one of his rookies.

Kansas State football adds big edge rusher from Texas to 2027 class — 5:40 PM ET Kansas State football added another high-ceiling defensive end to its 2027 high school recruiting class.

Capital Increase or Key Sales: How Will Lazio Unblock Their Market? — 5:40 PM ET Lazio patron Claudio Lotito has been handed a dilemma ahead of the summer transfer session, as he’ll have to pick between two undesirable solutions.Lazio Set for a Complicated SummerOn Friday, it wa.…

Monaco’s Kassoum Ouattara attracting Premier League and Turkish interest — 5:40 PM ET AS Monaco’s Kassoum Ouattara is attracting interest from the Premier League and Turkey, as per a report from Foot Mercato. Ouattara is unlikely to be Monaco’s first choice left-back next season....

Live WWE Raw Results & Highlights: King And Queen Tournament Continues (June 15, 2026) — 5:38 PM ET WWE is back with this week’s edition of WWE Raw on Netflix. Monday’s episode will take place at the CFG […]

Brown, Diaz to be Activated by Astros Tomorrow — 5:37 PM ET While it has been known for some time that the Astros had planned to activate SP Hunter Brown for Tuesday’s game against the Detroit Tigers, it turns out that the Astros also intend to activate C Yai…

Adrian Rodriguez hits for third CWS cycle in 14-2 Texas win over Alabama — 5:37 PM ET The Horns took command early and never relented to eliminate the Crimson Tide.

Michigan State football nabs 3-star Don Spillers III from Detroit King — 5:36 PM ET Michigan State football landed three-star defensive back/athlete Don Spillers III from Detroit Martin Luther King, the Spartans' 15th commit for 2027.

Michigan State football nabs 3-star Don Spillers III from Detroit King — 5:36 PM ET Michigan State football landed three-star defensive back/athlete Don Spillers III from Detroit Martin Luther King, the Spartans' 15th commit for 2027.

Michigan State football nabs 3-star Don Spillers III from Detroit King — 5:36 PM ET Michigan State football landed three-star defensive back/athlete Don Spillers III from Detroit Martin Luther King, the Spartans' 15th commit for 2027.

Arizona Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur gives sneak peek into DL rotation — 5:36 PM ET The Cardinals head coach expects Roy Lopez and Andrew Billings to be important first- and second-down players.

Official | OGC Nice academy product Kail Boudache signs for Lyon — 5:35 PM ET Kail Boudache (19) has signed his first professional contract with Olympique Lyonnais, rather than formative club Olympique Lyonnais. Boudache ensured that he left a parting gift at Nice. He netted t…

Alabama vs Texas baseball box score: Live stats from College World Series — 5:35 PM ET Alabama and Texas face off for the 16th time.

Tottenham Hotspur join Arsenal and Manchester City in the race to sign Sandro Tonali — 5:35 PM ET Tottenham Hotspur have entered the race to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali. The Italian is facing an uncertain future at St James’ Park this summer, with several top clubs interested .…

‘He’s now an idol’: How Merlin the duck became Mexico’s viral World Cup ‘mascot’ — 5:34 PM ET Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez may have scored for Mexico, but Merlin the duck stole the show

Jaguars roster: Jakobi Meyers ready for full season in Jacksonville — 5:34 PM ET Jakobi Meyers quickly became a key contributor in Jacksonville. Now he'll enter training camp preparing for his first full season with the Jaguars.

Cape Verde 40-year-old goalkeeper turns in ‘dream’ World Cup performance — 5:34 PM ET ATLANTA — It took Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha 40 years to make his World Cup debut. The wait was worth it.

Knicks championship win inspires unity and 'collective effervesce' — 5:33 PM ET "The sense of joy and excitement ... has brought lots of people in."

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Tilak Varma, controversy and Super Over drama in Dambulla: How it unfolded — 5:33 PM ET A Tri-Nation A Series match between India A and Sri Lanka A descended into chaos with a controversial tie, a Super Over, and heated exchanges. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was at the center…

Isabelle Harrison ejected after taking down Angel Reese during Tempo-Dream game — 5:31 PM ET Toronto Tempo's Isabelle Harrison was ejected from the game for committing a flagrant foul against the Atlanta Dream's Angel Reese.

Jay Williams brands UFC Freedom 250 ‘better event’ than NBA Finals — 5:30 PM ET After praising the New York Knicks as “America’s Team,” ESPN’s Jay Williams basically dubbed UFC Freedom 250 America’s sporting event. Despite threats of severe heat and looming thunderstorms, UFC Fr…

What's next for Ilia Topuria, Alex Pereira after UFC White House losses? — 5:30 PM ET What does the future hold for Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira after their UFC White House title fight losses?

Men’s College World Series 2026: Schedule, scores, and how to watch — 5:30 PM ET Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 Men’s College World Series, from the full schedule to how to watch

See every future U.S. Open golf venue through 2051 — 5:30 PM ET The USGA has mapped out the U.S. Open schedule for decades. Here is a look at the future host sites through 2051.

49ers given top OT duo ranking ahead of 2026 season — 5:30 PM ET Trent Williams and Colton McKivitz are two of the best tackles in the NFL together.

World Cup white power controversy, explained: What to know about FIFA referee accused of making hand gesture — 5:30 PM ET Here's the latest on what the Australian referee's gesture was and how it has stirred up controversy.

College baseball games on TV today: Full schedule, times, channels, streams to watch CWS Monday — 5:30 PM ET A pair of unexpected matchups are on tap as the CWS opens in Omaha.

‘This isn’t the UFC’: AJ Styles states the biggest difference between WWE and MMA — 5:30 PM ET AJ Styles has been about long enough to know everything there is to know about the world of professional wrestling. After a glittering career where he had huge success in New Japan, TNA and then WWE,…

Most key passes, crosses & dribbles: One Barcelona star shone in Spain’s draw with Cabo Verde — 5:30 PM ET The statistics behind Barcelona star Pedri’s latest performance on the international stage have come to the fore online.And they serve in backing the eye test, with the 23-year-old having shone brig.…

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Iran vs. New Zealand live stream: How to watch FIFA World Cup, odds, prediction, pick, lineups, channel — 5:10 PM ET Despite travel restrictions forcing them to train in Mexico, Team Melli looks to kick off their tournament with a victory against the All Whites

2026 World Cup parlay, best bets: Top picks for matches on Monday include Belgium and Iran — 5:00 PM ET SportsLine's team of experts have revealed their World Cup parlay and soccer predictions for Monday's matches

Big 12 pursues legal action against Texas Tech, Texas Attorney General in Brendan Sorsby case — 4:59 PM ET The Big 12 seeks clarity in its authority to enforce bylaws after a previous judge granted the Texas Tech QB an injunction to play in 2026 despite gambling on his team's games

Shinnecock Hills Golf Club course guide: Why it's so difficult, key holes to know at 2026 U.S. Open — 4:57 PM ET Shinnecock Hills has a reputation as one of the hardest courses in the world, but why is it such a stiff challenge?

Kalshi World Cup 2026: How to trade on 2026 World Cup — 4:55 PM ET You can use Kalshi prediction markets to trade event contracts during the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico

Use DraftKings promo code for $200 in bonus bets by targeting Saudi Arabia-Uruguay, 2026 World Cup on Monday — 4:50 PM ET DraftKings offers $200 in bonus bets instantly after your first $5 wager for 2026 World Cup betting on Monday

2026 U.S. Open odds, picks: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy predictions by model that nailed 17 majors — 4:10 PM ET Picks for 2026 U.S. Open favorites to win ahead of the year's third major at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club

HQ PM Newsletter 6/15/2026 — 3:34 PM ET What to watch Monday: MLB, World Cup soccer

Uruguay vs. Saudi Arabia odds, prediction, time: 2026 World Cup picks, bets by expert on 18-8 roll — 3:30 PM ET SportsLine's Martin Green reveals his Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay best bets for their FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Monday

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Marlins vs. Phillies, World Cup soccer and more — 3:30 PM ET Find best bets for the biggest games in sports on Monday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

Eric Dickerson urges Aaron Donald to stay retired amid Rams comeback buzz — 3:29 PM ET The idea of Aaron Donald teaming up with Myles Garrett is tantalizing, but Eric Dickerson says the former Rams star has no reason to risk a comeback

2026 FIFA World Cup odds: Complete odds for soccer's biggest tournament — 3:10 PM ET Here's everything bettors need to know about World Cup odds 2026 for this summer's soccer event in North America

📰 BBC Sport (11 stories)

Lukaku makes impact off the bench as Belgium draw with Egypt — 5:55 PM ET An own goal from Mohamed Hany denies Egypt a first ever victory at the World Cup as they draw 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.

VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch' — 5:52 PM ET Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconsc…

'Cartwheels at breakfast' & kicking about Boston - the culture shift in Scotland camp — 5:37 PM ET Steve Clarke "doing cartwheels" is a sign of the shift among the Scotland squad and staff, writes Amy Canavan in Charlotte.

I'll keep gambling with fitness for England - Saka — 5:12 PM ET Bukayo Saka says he will continue gambling with his fitness and is "ready to go" for England's World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday.

Lukaku's instant impact for Belgium's equaliser — 4:50 PM ET Romelu Lukaku has an instant impact for Belgium as he plays a key part in their equalising goal against Egypt in Seattle, just 22 seconds after coming off the bench.

Ex-Rangers boss Martin appointed as Leicester manager — 4:30 PM ET Leicester City name former Rangers and Southampton boss Russell Martin as their manager on a three-year contract.

2,500 passes since Spain's last World Cup goal - key stats as Cape Verde stifle group rivals — 4:26 PM ET Veteran goalkeeper Vozinha stars and Spain reach 2,500 passes since their last World Cup goal - the key stats as debutants Cape Verde secure a memorable point in Atlanta.

'My word!' - Ashour's long-range strikes put Egypt ahead — 4:08 PM ET Egypt's Emam Ashour scores the opener in their Group G fixture against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup.

'Listen to this!' - stadium erupts as Lamine Yamal comes on for Spain — 3:52 PM ET The Atlanta Stadium erupts as Lamine Yamal comes off the bench for Spain in their Group H fixture against Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup.

Ex-Wolves & Forest striker Mir gets eight-year sentence for sexual assault — 3:13 PM ET Former Wolves and Nottingham Forest striker Rafael Mir is sentenced to eight and a half years in prison after being found guilty of sexual assault.

Evans criticises 'lack of class' after Queen's wildcard decision — 3:12 PM ET Britain's Dan Evans says it would have been "a classy gesture" to give him a Queen's wildcard in his penultimate tournament before retirement.

📰 The Guardian (3 stories)

Leicester appoint Russell Martin as Wolves unveil César Peixoto as coach — 5:33 PM ET Martin joins Leicester after relegation to League OneEx-Gil Vicente coach Peixoto replaces Rob EdwardsLeicester City have confirmed Russell Martin’s appointment as their new manager, on the same day…

Lukaku makes instant impact to force own goal and rescue draw for Belgium against Egypt — 5:08 PM ET Group G hotted up in earnest with presumptive frontrunners Belgium and Egypt opening their World Cup campaigns with a credible draw. A crowd of 66,775 watched on under the intense sun of the early No…

Saka says he is gambling on fitness but ‘ready to go’ for England World Cup tilt — 4:57 PM ET Tuchel warns forward’s fitness being carefully monitoredSaka keen to play but not to ‘go against the manager’Bukayo Saka has admitted he is continuing to gamble on his fitness to play for England at…

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📰 Variety (10 stories)

amfAR to Honor Artist Marina Abramović (EXCLUSIVE) — 5:57 PM ET This year’s amfAR Venezia benefit gala will honor renowned conceptual and performance artist Marina Abramović. The sixth annual event returns to Venice, Italy on Sept. 6. “It is an honor to recognize…

West Wilson Leaves ‘Summer House’ for Season 11 After Contract Not Renewed — 5:30 PM ET West Wilson won’t be returning for “Summer House” Season 11 when the Bravo show begins filming in the Hamptons in early July, a source has confirmed. His contract has not been renewed. After deliveri…

Clashing Over ‘Indiana Jones’: Harrison Ford and Steven Spielberg ‘Were Not 100% on Board’ With ‘Crystal Skull’ and Fought George Lucas Over Adding Aliens — 5:14 PM ET Steven Spielberg and George Lucas’ creative clash over “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” was recently revealed in a Spielberg oral history published by Vulture. Franchise producer…

These Coffee Subscription Services Make the Perfect Last-Minute Father’s Day Gift — 5:13 PM ET From drip coffee makers to French presses to pour-overs, there are numerous ways to make a quality cup of coffee. But avid coffee drinkers know that the beans are the most important, which is why sub…

Disney+ Greenlights Fantasy Animated Series ‘Journey’ With Obamas’ Higher Ground Producing — 5:00 PM ET A new original animated series with the working title “Journey” has been greenlit for Disney+. The show is currently in production from Disney Kids & Family and Higher Ground. Per the logline, “When…

Last-Minute Gifts Delivered in Time for Father’s Day: From Craft Beer Subscriptions and Cooking Classes to an ESPN+ Membership — 4:57 PM ET If you have a tendency to leave shopping to the very last second, you’re certainly not alone. While there’s still ample time to procure the perfect gift, if you do procrastinate this year, you’ve sti…

Ariana Grande Pitched Judy Garland ‘Get Happy/Happy Days’ Duet on ‘Wicked: One Wonderful Night’ Over Zoom — 4:19 PM ET Executive producer Ben Winston is no stranger to producing variety specials. He counts “The Late Late Show,” “The Grammy Awards,” and more among his credits. When it came to bringing “Wicked: One Won…

How Actors From Penélope Cruz to Brad Pitt Could Score Multiple Oscar Nods in the Same Race — 4:15 PM ET Can any of this year’s Oscar acting contenders receive a double take? One of the most notable rule changes for the 99th Oscars allows an actor to earn multiple nominations in the same category, provi…

LISTEN: ‘Disclosure Day’ Adds to Summer Box Office Momentum; Why Fox is Buying Roku — 4:08 PM ET On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our Box Office segment, Variety’s Rebecca Rubin weighs the opening weekend of Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day.” And Todd Spangler breaks down the…

David Boreanaz on Taking On Iconic Role of Jim Rockford in ‘The Rockford Files’: ‘My Attitude Is “How Can I Make James Garner Proud?”’ — 4:07 PM ET Stepping into the shoes of a character as iconic as James Garner’s Jim Rockford from the 1970s detective drama “The Rockford Files” might deter some actors. Not David Boreanaz. “People say that maybe…

📰 Hollywood Reporter (10 stories)

Knicks Talk Show Parade Will Continue on ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’ — 5:43 PM ET Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby will appear on the NBC show June 16 and 17.

Saul Rubinek Joins Theo James in Gangster Thriller ‘The Bookie & The Bruiser’ (Exclusive) — 4:54 PM ET S. Craig Zahler‘s indie crime drama also stars Vince Vaughn and Patrick Schwarzenegger.

‘Awards Chatter’ Pod: Jason Bateman on ‘Ozark’ and ‘SmartLess’ Lessons, Pushing Himself in New Directions With ‘Black Rabbit’ and ‘DTF St. Louis’ — 4:52 PM ET The 57-year-old, who is in the running for five Emmy nominations this year — two for acting, two for producing and one for directing — spoke with THR in front of a Chapman University journalism class.

Cate Blanchett Heading Back to Class in Surprising New Career Move as She Calls it a “Creative Rumpus” — 4:51 PM ET The Oscar winner, tapped by Oxford’s St. Catherine’s College, calls it “an electrifying opportunity for me to be in direct, robust creative dialogue with the next generation of thinkers and creative…

‘The Four Seasons’ Star Erika Henningsen on Ginny’s Season 2 Journey and Her Tina Fey “Throughline” — 4:45 PM ET The actress digs into her odd couple pairing with Kerri Kenney-Silver’s Anne in the Netflix comedy

Knicks on ‘Fallon’: How to Watch the Special ‘Tonight Show’ Episode Live Online — 4:43 PM ET Knicks superfan Jimmy Fallon welcomes the 2026 NBA Champions. New York City natives Wu-Tang Clan are also set to perform.

West Wilson Exits ‘Summer House’ Ahead of Season 11 — 4:38 PM ET The news comes ahead of a bonus episode tracking the viral relationship scandal involving Wilson.

Henry Winkler “Honored” Michelle Obama Had a Crush on the Fonz — 4:36 PM ET The ‘Happy Days’ star was at the Banff World Media Festival to talk about his 50-year career.

Emmy Predictions via Feinberg Forecast: Updated Standings With One Week of Nominations Voting Remaining — 4:36 PM ET The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage offers his latest assessment of 35 categories.

‘It Ends With Us’ Settlement Postmortem: Blake Lively Made a Bold Wager on a Legal Theory and Lost — 4:16 PM ET The case that captivated Hollywood ends with Justin Baldoni paying legal fees but no additional financial concession to Lively, whose team had bet on that outcome.

📰 New York Times (3 stories)

Abdullah Ibrahim, Eminent South African Jazz Pianist, Dies at 91 — 5:29 PM ET His song “Mannenberg” became the unofficial anthem of the country’s fight against apartheid, with Nelson Mandela calling him “our Mozart.”

Dawn Richard’s Lawsuit Against Sean Combs Is Dismissed — 4:10 PM ET Ms. Richard, a singer who once worked with the music mogul, accused him of creating an abusive work environment. The judge said her claims came too late.

In Its Tragic Finale, ‘Romeo and Juliet’ Is Interrupted by a Cat — 3:18 PM ET Performers were tested by the unexpected during a ballet production in Turkey.

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