⚡ News Roundup: 253 Stories from 20 Outlets — Past 3h (as of 6:00 PM ET, Jun 18)

Protect College Sports Act passes Senate committee amid continued Big Ten, SEC opposition — CBS Sports, 5:58 PM ET The next step for the bipartisan college sports bill would be a vote on the Senate floor

Waymo recalls about 3,900 robotaxis after some drove into 'freeway construction zones' — CNBC, 5:57 PM ET After some Waymo robotaxis drove into closed construction zones, the company implemented a recall to fix underlying software issues.

Colts' Sauce Gardner wants everyone to know he was born in 2001, not 2000, and is 24 years old — Yahoo Sports, 5:54 PM ET Wikipedia and Google are apparently to blame for the misinformation on Gardner's birth date.

Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup Livestream: How to Watch Tonight’s Soccer Game Online Free — Hollywood Reporter, 5:54 PM ET Either team could win the group and advance to the next round with a victory tonight.

Glenn Danzig to Direct Adaption of His Comic ‘Hellmask’ (Exclusive) — Hollywood Reporter, 5:52 PM ET The Misfits frontman's book is set against a medieval backdrop.

Spurs predicted to cut ties with $229 million nightmare, acquire ex-Knicks All-Rookie guard — Yahoo Sports, 5:52 PM ET The San Antonio Spurs were urged to swap a struggling point guard for a impactful former New York Knicks contributor.

The Washington Outlet NOTUS Won’t Be ‘The Star’ After All — New York Times, 5:51 PM ET The publication is abandoning a planned rebranding after resolving a trademark dispute with the new publisher of The Washington Star.

The Washington Outlet NOTUS Won’t Be ‘The Star’ After All — 5:51 PM ET The publication is abandoning a planned rebranding after resolving a trademark dispute with the new publisher of The Washington Star.

Gary Shteyngart, a Russian-Born Author, Tours Thomas Jefferson’s Home With His Son — 5:49 PM ET I emigrated from the Soviet Union decades ago, and recently toured Thomas Jefferson’s home with my American-born history-buff son.

Renato Rosaldo, Anthropologist Who Disrupted His Discipline, Dies at 85 — 5:46 PM ET After his wife’s death while doing fieldwork, he rejected writing as a detached observer, setting off a profound shift in cultural anthropology.

Report Tallies 39 Adults Who Could Have Helped Save Girls at Camp Mystic — 5:44 PM ET The finding was part of a growing case against the camp’s leadership, which state investigators said did not organize an evacuation in time “despite ample opportunity.”

Iran War Live Updates: Vance Issues Blunt Warning to Israel as He Defends Trump’s Deal — 5:39 PM ET The vice president delivered a rebuke to Israeli critics of the agreement, warning them not to alienate their most important ally, as the administration sought to rebut mounting criticism of the deal.

Jean Houston, ‘Midwife of Souls’ Who Advised Hillary Clinton, Dies at 89 — 5:37 PM ET The author of books like “The Possible Human,” she held workshops that drew on mythology, psychology and the experiential ethos of Esalen. But she refused to be called a guru.

Are You a Recent College Graduate Who Moved Back Home? We Want to Hear From You. — 5:36 PM ET If you lived with your parents for nine months or more after graduation, please tell us how you came to the decision and whether the job market influenced your thinking.

Stephen Colbert Nods to Obama’s Tan Suit at Presidential Center Opening — 5:27 PM ET Celebrity guests paid winking homage to President Obama’s notorious tan suit.

Fallout From the Iran Deal — 5:21 PM ET Trump’s agreement reads like a list of concessions to Iran. Will it damage him politically?

Three Medals of Honor Awarded to Vietnam and Afghanistan Veterans — 5:21 PM ET Two Force Recon Marines received the medal on Thursday for their actions more than 50 years ago, alongside an Army officer who showed exceptional bravery in 2012.

Gunmen Attack a Major Airport in Niger — 5:15 PM ET A militant group claimed responsibility for the early-morning assault on Niamey airport, the second such attack in the West African country this year.

See the Knicks Championship Parade Unfold — 5:04 PM ET Fans gathered in Manhattan on Thursday to cheer on the N.B.A. champions at a parade that has been 53 years in the making.

Education Department Lowers Student Loan Interest Rates for Two Years — 4:59 PM ET The department, citing high defaults, is reducing interest rates by up to one percentage point for two years if borrowers pay automatically.

Representative Tom Kean to Return to Congress in 12 Days, Aide Says — 4:52 PM ET Mr. Kean has missed three months of votes in Washington and been absent from the campaign trail in his New Jersey district because of an unexplained health condition.

Colorado Governor Overruled His Own Clemency Board to Release Tina Peters — 4:50 PM ET Two members of Gov. Jared Polis’s board that reviews commutation requests came forward to say the secretive panel had twice rejected the release of Tina Peters, convicted of election tampering.

Vance Lashes Out at Israeli Critics of U.S.-Iran Agreement to End the War — 4:39 PM ET The vice president said that the United States was the only powerful ally Israel had left and noted that two-thirds of the weapons that protected Israel were paid for by U.S. tax dollars.

JD Vance on the Morality of the Trump Administration — 4:17 PM ET I asked the vice president what is Christian about this White House.

Oil Prices Fall as U.S.-Iran Deal to Reopen Hormuz Takes Effect — 4:17 PM ET Oil prices fell and stocks rose after Pakistan announced that the agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would take effect immediately.

Federal Energy Regulator Seeks to Limit Conflicts Over Data Centers — 4:16 PM ET The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission directed grid managers to make changes that protect individuals from higher electricity bills while giving data centers access to power faster.

Knicks in Five. The City Is Alive. — 4:15 PM ET New York City found a reason to party on Thursday, cheering, crying and climbing around Broadway to celebrate the Knicks’ N.B.A. championship.

Why the By-Election in Makerfield Will Have Giant Consequences for the UK — 3:56 PM ET Here is what to know about the by-election on Thursday in Makerfield, the outcome of which could lead to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s ouster.

Here’s What Barack and Michelle Obama Said at His Presidential Center Opening — 3:53 PM ET The Obamas each took to the microphone, delivering speeches before a crowd of dignitaries, elected officials and Democratic supporters.

Critics of Russia Say This Critic Isn’t Critical Enough — 3:51 PM ET Alexander Sokurov has questioned the Russian president about government repression, but he is still controversial among his country’s exiles.

Before Making a Deal, Trump Demanded Iran’s Surrender. He Got a Surprise. — 3:45 PM ET While the Iranians suffered substantial losses in the war, they emerged from a confrontation with the world’s most powerful military having proved they can use economic chaos as a weapon.

Trump Administration Backs Off Plan to End Ocean Monitoring System — 3:32 PM ET The reversal comes after the Senate passed a bipartisan bill on Wednesday to block the removal of deep-sea monitoring instruments.

Large Waves Sweep Napping Beachgoers in California Into the Sea — 3:31 PM ET Two college students lying on a Santa Cruz beach were swept as massive waves and dangerous rip currents inundated the coastline in recent days.

While Knicks Fans Celebrate, a New York Artist Fumes — 3:25 PM ET After the Knicks promoted Gavin Snider’s watercolor painting in the wake of their N.B.A. title, one of the most famous artists on social media posted an uncannily similar work.

Gulf States Are Frustrated by Failure to Tackle Iran’s Missiles, Analysts Say — 3:21 PM ET The preliminary U.S.-Iranian peace deal does not address Iranian rockets or drones, raising questions in the region about relying on Washington as a security guarantor.

Democratic Socialist Defeats Centrist in the D.C. Mayoral Primary — 3:21 PM ET President Trump’s grip on the capital loomed over the race, and he threatened to tighten it if Councilwoman Janeese Lewis George is elected. She almost certainly will be.

Amazon Retaliated Against Workers Who Supported Regulating Data Centers, Complaint Says — 3:17 PM ET The employees encouraged limits on the complexes in a series of hearings in the tech giant’s hometown, Seattle.

Scores Fall Ill at Air Force Base After Hegseth Makes Flu Vaccine Optional — 3:10 PM ET The defense secretary described the vaccine requirement, which he lifted in April, as an “absurd, overreaching” mandate.

Man Charged With Hate Crime Over Burning Cross in Chicago Park — 3:08 PM ET A former university student, Merlin Lu, 21, has claimed that he set the cross on fire in Grant Park to protest the Trump administration, not as an act of racism.

Barack Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago — 3:07 PM ET Thursday’s opening drew four former presidents, as well as Bruce Springsteen, Bono and Jennifer Hudson. Chicago has seen years of planning and legal fights.

Wordle’s Hard Mode Is Actually Easier, 730 Million Games Show — 3:02 PM ET As the game turns 5 years old, the data reveals that while standard-mode players have much more freedom, they’re not making the most of it.

News live: Australia gives Ukraine another $100m for fight against Russia; AFL great in hospital after truck crash — 5:49 PM ET Two payments of $50m will boost Ukraine’s air defence and munitions supply. Follow today’s news live• Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastChalmers says government has lost some…

Polls close in historic Makerfield byelection that could see Andy Burnham elected and pave way for end of Starmer – UK politics live — 5:49 PM ET Labour’s Greater Manchester mayor hopes a win over Reform UK will help force the prime minister to step asidePolls close in Makerfield byelection as Andy Burnham eyes No 10 Burnham brings in top econ…

US Open 2026: McIlroy makes solid start as weather disrupts day one – live — 5:49 PM ET ️ Updates from the opening round at Shinnecock Hills️ Preview | Follow us on Instagram | Mail MattGood news! “Round 1 of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills will resume at 9:05 a.m. ET.” So says the of…

Star-studded ceremony welcomes Obama Presidential Center to Chicago – live — 5:32 PM ET Former presidents, heads of state and celebrities converged on a lakefront park in Chicago’s South Side to dedicate the Obama Presidential CenterSign up for the Breaking News US emailHe calls the sit…

Polls close in Makerfield byelection as Andy Burnham eyes No 10 — 5:00 PM ET Labour’s Greater Manchester mayor predicted to beat Reform but Keir Starmer is unlikely to easily step asideMakerfield byelection – latest updatesPolls have closed in Makerfield, Aberdeen South, and…

Burnham brings in top economists before possible leadership run — 4:54 PM ET Labour mayor giving advisory roles to ex-Bank of England economist and others seen as attempt to reassure marketsMakerfield byelection – latest updatesThree economic heavyweights have been brought in…

California ‘billionaire tax’ makes ballot despite opposition from tech moguls — 4:45 PM ET Wealth tax criticized by billionaires and Gavin Newsom would levy a one-time 5% tax on residents worth over $1bnA popular proposal in California to impose a wealth tax on billionaires has gained enou…

Trump administration compares reflecting pool algae battle to Iran war — 4:44 PM ET Interior department insists water at Washington landmark is ‘crystal clear’ as witnesses report murky green poolUS federal government workers continue to take on the green hue that has swept across W…

Iranian star Parastoo Ahmadi reportedly sentenced to 74 lashes for singing without hijab — 4:35 PM ET Musicians and production team understood to be facing same punishment after livestream of patriotic songThe Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight members of a production team, including musicians,…

Middle East crisis: Trump says US expects ‘complete ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, Hezbollah and Israel’ – as it happened — 4:04 PM ET US president says he encourages Middle East countries to ‘maintain commitment to allowing our negotiations to beautifully unfold’Reaction: Donald Trump’s Iran deal met with anger, relief and incredul…

How a furiously contested friendly set the stage for USA v Australia at the World Cup — 4:00 PM ET After Mauricio Pochettino’s passionate half-time speech last October, the USA shaped up and started on the path to a rematch against the Australians in SeattleHaji Wright’s finish was cool, but Mauri…

Gas prices fall below $4 on average after Trump’s signing of Iran deal to end war — 3:51 PM ET Drivers feel some relief but prices still a dollar more per gallon overall since before US-Israel attack on IranSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email The average price of US gasoline fell…

Lib Dem MP Cameron Thomas suspended amid police investigation — 3:49 PM ET MP for Tewkesbury understood to have been arrested by Gloucestershire police on Wednesday nightA Liberal Democrat MP has had the whip and membership of the party suspended after he became the subject…

Trump administration reverses decision to scrap ocean monitoring system — 3:31 PM ET Move to dismantle $368m sea observatory initiative faced opposition from experts and lawmakersThe Donald Trump administration has reversed its decision to dismantle a $368m deep-sea observation syste…

Knicks mania grips New York City during team’s first-ever parade – in pictures — 3:29 PM ET Hundreds of thousands of fans packed lower Manhattan after team’s historic NBA championship win Continue reading...

Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George to be next mayor of Washington DC — 3:07 PM ET City councillor who ran on expanding childcare, education and housing slated for office after opponent concedesDemocratic socialist Janeese Lewis George is slated to be the next mayor of Washington D…

Are prices really dropping in the US, as Trump claims? — 5:30 PM ET Donald Trump boasts on social media that since signing of MoU for peace deal, oil is flowing and prices are dropping.

Cuba’s Communist Party approves opening economy in unprecedented move — 5:28 PM ET The emergency economic package comes amid an ongoing US pressure campaign that has left the island nation reeling.

Myanmar military airstrike kills seven civilians in Rakhine state — 5:15 PM ET A Myanmar military airstrike on the Rakhine state town of Kyauktaw killed at least seven civilians.

Brazil executes warrant against Lula ally in widening financial scandal — 5:13 PM ET Left-wing Senator Jaques Wagner was the latest prominent figure to be swept up in investigations into Banco Master.

Conjoined twins separated after surgery in Saudi Arabia — 5:02 PM ET Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna were successfully separated during a six-hour surgery in Saudi Arabia.

Neymar will not play in Brazil’s World Cup match against Haiti due to injury — 4:49 PM ET Brazil's record goal-scorer continues to struggle with injuries after being named in their World Cup 2026 squad.

Ivory Coast’s Elye Wahi granted Canadian visa hours after denial — 4:32 PM ET The forward will now be able to join his team in Toronto when they take on Germany on Saturday.

Netanyahu says Israel must protect relationship with US — 4:27 PM ET Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pressed for the ‘preservation’ of Israel’s relationship with the US.

Pro-Israel hawks in US criticise Iran MoU but avoid clashing with Trump — 4:26 PM ET Analysts warn that pro-Israel groups and politicians in Washington will likely push to derail diplomacy with Tehran.

Iran’s supreme leader says approved US deal despite having ‘different’ view — 4:19 PM ET Iran says it has suspended Strait of Hormuz transit charges for commercial vessels for 60 days.

Gaza fans chase World Cup joy amid blackout, displacement and war — 4:18 PM ET World Cup matches offer residents of Gaza a brief escape from war, blackouts and life in tents.

Lionel Messi’s father undergoing treatment for health issues, family says — 4:02 PM ET Family statement comes two days after an emotional Messi wiped away tears in Argentina's World Cup match against Algeria.

At least 29 countries raise alarm about atrocities in Sudan’s el-Obeid — 3:52 PM ET UN and allies warn of grave rights violations in North Kordofan, ⁠urge maximum pressure on ⁠RSF and SAF.

MoU’s $300bn Iran reconstruction fund becomes US political flashpoint — 3:52 PM ET Trump says US will not pay for planned fund as part of Iran MoU, as lawmakers connect price tag to affordability issues.

US military says it has lifted naval blockade of Iranian ports — 3:43 PM ET CENTCOM says that all blockade enforcement efforts 'have ceased' but that US forces will remain in the area.

Waymo recalls about 3,900 robotaxis after some drove into 'freeway construction zones' — 5:57 PM ET After some Waymo robotaxis drove into closed construction zones, the company implemented a recall to fix underlying software issues.

Trump administration temporarily cuts student loan interest rates for borrowers on autopay — 5:42 PM ET The Trump administration announced it will offer federal student loan borrowers who sign up for autopay a larger interest rate discount.

NBA to begin naming winning bids for Europe teams in the coming months, deputy commissioner says — 5:07 PM ET The NBA plans to begin naming winning bidders for 12 permanent European teams in the next 60 to 90 days, Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum told CNBC.

In photos: Star-studded crowd gathers to celebrate the Obama Presidential Center dedication — 4:51 PM ET Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago with former presidents, celebrities and dignitaries in attendance. President Donald Trump was absent.

Next week's inflation data just got even more important. Here's what's ahead for the market — 4:48 PM ET Investors will now laser in on any signs that the central bank could hike interest rates against a backdrop of a buoyant stock market.

S&P 500 closes higher, Nasdaq climbs nearly 2% as chips fuel comeback from Fed sell-off: Live updates — 4:32 PM ET Stocks closed out the holiday-shortened week in positive territory.

Vance says U.S. isn’t giving Iran ‘a cent’ as he defends Trump peace deal — 4:14 PM ET "The only way the Iranians get any of these resources ... is if they comply fully" with the terms of the deal, Vice President JD Vance said.

The average SpaceX buyer post-IPO is almost under water after two-day slide — 4:10 PM ET Shares of SpaceX fell as much as 7% Thursday to $178, leaving the stock trading roughly in line with its volume-weighted average price of just under $180.

Amazon investigating engineers who criticized AI data center expansion — 3:47 PM ET Five Amazon employees testified at Seattle City Council meetings where officials sought feedback on a year-long data center new construction pause.

Three Saudi oil tankers carrying 6 million barrels cross Strait of Hormuz — 3:31 PM ET The Saudi tankers switched their transponders on Thursday after hiding their location for more than two months.

U.S. Navy ends blockade of Iran's ports and coastal areas — 3:29 PM ET The Navy on Thursday lifted its blockade of Iran's ports and coastal areas at the direction of President Donald Trump.

Bears step up bets against high-yield sector, shaking up bond traders — 3:29 PM ET The iShares iBoxx High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG) saw elevated put volume on Thursday.

Thirty-five killed as gunmen attack Niger's biggest airport — 5:47 PM ET Niger has been fighting a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade and in January suspected jihadists attacked the same airport.

US lifts naval blockade as Iran's supreme leader says Trump made deal 'out of desperation' — 5:34 PM ET Iran's supreme leader says he disagrees with the deal and Donald Trump signed it "out of desperation".

US lifts naval blockade as Iran's supreme leader says Trump made deal 'out of desperation' — 5:34 PM ET Iran's supreme leader says he disagrees with the deal and Donald Trump signed it "out of desperation".

Scotland fall short of famous win over Windies — 5:28 PM ET Scotland come up agonisingly short of a famous victory at the T20 World Cup as West Indies somehow come through to win a tumultuous game at Headingley.

Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre — 5:02 PM ET The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president.

Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre — 5:02 PM ET The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president.

Hegseth renews Nato criticism and says US will review presence in Europe — 4:27 PM ET The US defence secretary's move follows a US decision to scale back its commitments to a high readiness force within the alliance.

Hegseth renews Nato criticism and says US will review presence in Europe — 4:27 PM ET The US defence secretary's move follows a US decision to scale back its commitments to a high readiness force within the alliance.

What Iran and US get from deal and why both could struggle to keep it — 4:04 PM ET BBC analysts assess the claims by both Washington and Tehran to have won a victory with the deal to end their war.

What Iran and US get from deal and why both could struggle to keep it — 4:04 PM ET BBC analysts assess the claims by both Washington and Tehran to have won a victory with the deal to end their war.

Usyk-Verhoeven ref had seen enough to end fight before bell — 3:58 PM ET The referee at the centre of the controversial fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven tells a boxing commission he had seen enough to stop the bout in the 11th round before the bell sounded.

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after boy injured in crocodile enclosure — 3:28 PM ET A three-year-old boy was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital with critical injuries and is in a stable condition, Cambridgeshire Police said.

FDA panel backs first-of-its-kind flu vaccine using mRNA technology — 5:34 PM ET The Food and Drug Administration is evaluating Moderna's new shot, dubbed mFlusiva, for older Americans ahead of the winter flu season.

Mamdani tests his political clout in New York's primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party — 5:17 PM ET Not long ago, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was demonized by leaders of both political parties. Today, just six months after taking office, the 34-year-old democratic socialist's political stren…

Residents return to war-ravaged southern Lebanon with hope and sorrow after the U.S.-Iran deal — 4:56 PM ET The U.S.-Iran deal also calls for an end to the war in Lebanon, where Israel has been fighting Hezbollah, but it's unclear what that means in practice.

Families of kids with disabilities warn Education Department changes could break a flawed system — 4:32 PM ET Now that the Education Department is offloading civil rights enforcement and special education, some parents and advocates warn a process that has largely been stalled since President Donald Trump to…

Janeese Lewis George wins the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C. — 4:11 PM ET In an overwhelmingly Democratic city, Lewis George is likely to take the top spot in November's general election, replacing moderate Muriel Bowser, who decided not to run again after three terms.

Ukrainian drones set a Moscow refinery ablaze in a major attack on the Russian capital — 3:56 PM ET Ukraine has repeatedly targeted Russian oil facilities, aiming to cut Moscow's revenue for the war and make Russians feel the consequences of the invasion. Some areas have reported fuel shortages.

Arizona prosecutors dismissing fake elector case but vow to seek new indictment — 3:38 PM ET The decision announced Thursday marks the third such fake elector case filed by states to be dismissed, though the Democratic attorney general is vowing to bring it back to a grand jury in hopes of s…

U.S. lifts blockade of Iran and Iranian supreme leader endorses direct talks with American officials — 3:20 PM ET The U.S. on Thursday lifted its blockade of Iran, and oil tankers began freely moving through the Strait of Hormuz after months of being unable to use the critical channel, as the tentative agreement…

AI inference startup Baseten reportedly raising $1.5B months after its last mega round — 5:20 PM ET Startup Baseten is reportedly close to finalizing a $1.5 billion round at a $13 billion as the “inference gold rush" marches on.

Snap spins off AI video team into new company, Dotmo, due to costs — 4:30 PM ET The Snapchat maker is spinning off yet another internal unit. Dotmo will be comprised of current Snap staff who are leaving the social media company to focus on AI video development.

OpenAI is bringing on some big guns in the lead-up to its IPO — 3:59 PM ET OpenAI is bulking up before its IPO, landing Transformer co-inventor Noam Shazeer from Google DeepMind and former Trump AI policy official Dean Ball in the same week.

The 11 standout startups from YC’s Demo Day, according to VCs — 3:52 PM ET TechCrunch spoke to investors to find the hottest startups in the Spring 2026 YC batch. Some of them commanded valuations of over $175 million, VCs said.

Rivian owners file lawsuit alleging false promises on self-driving features — 3:31 PM ET Plaintiffs in the class action complaint allege Rivian falsely promised for years it would bring hands-free driving to its first-generation R1 vehicles.

Valve is so behind on Steam Controller orders that some won’t ship until 2027 — 4:26 PM ET Valve has some good news and bad news about Steam Controllers. The good news: if you make a reservation for a Steam Controller, the company will now show you one of three estimates of when you'll be…

You can now use the Game Boy Camera with your phone — 4:22 PM ET The $50 GB Operator is an accessory that lets you connect, play, and authenticate Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance cartridges on PCs and other devices. Now it's getting some new functio…

HBO Max’s annual plans are 28 percent off right now — 3:18 PM ET The easiest way to save on a streaming service is often to pay for a year upfront, which HBO Max is currently making a lot cheaper. Through July 15, 2026, new and returning subscribers can get 28 per…

Snap’s Specs look good on nobody — 3:15 PM ET Snap's new smart glasses are probably the most impressive bit of face-computer technology we've seen. They're not VR-headset huge; they don't have a big charging puck; thanks to Snap's many years of…

NASA asks Northrop Grumman to stop working on lunar HALO module — 4:49 PM ET "We are reassigning most affected employees across existing opportunities and programs."

Android verification is coming: Google confirms timeline and supported app stores — 3:53 PM ET A new system service will roll out this month ahead of big changes starting in September.

Apple patches high-severity eavesdropping vulnerability in Beats Studio Buds — 3:41 PM ET The vulnerability, disclosed 12 months ago, affects multiple manufacturers.

The Black Soldiers Who Changed the Meaning of the Civil War — 5:41 PM ET These troops helped transform a conflict fought initially to preserve the Union into one that destroyed slavery as well.

The Left-Wing Case Against Anti-Zionism — 3:49 PM ET Discrimination against Israelis qua Israelis—and the “Zionists” who appear as their proxies—is a moral wrong.

The White House Is Making Up Its Rules for AI in Real Time — 5:03 PM ET Anthropic still can’t distribute Claude Mythos or Fable 5 after running afoul of the Trump administration. But no one can say exactly what the company did wrong.

Meta’s AI Workers Are Revolting, Peter Thiel’s Secret Society, and SBF’s Plea to Trump — 3:29 PM ET On today’s Uncanny Valley, we dive into the dysfunction in Meta’s newly formed AI unit and why it’s been driving already-low employee morale even further into the ground.

Cook Political Report shifts 7 House races toward Democrats — 5:22 PM ET The nonpartisan Cook Political Report on Thursday moved seven House races toward Democrats, as the minority party looks to retake control of the lower chamber this November. Erin Covey, the House edi…

Missing New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean expected to return June 30 — 4:56 PM ET Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) said he would return to Washington, D.C., for House votes on June 30, days before the House leaves for its Independence Day recess. “The congressman will be back for votes…

Ebola outbreak zone cases up almost 40 percent in a week — 4:55 PM ET The Ebola outbreak in Congo that’s spread across parts of Africa has killed more than 200 people in its first month and is considered the worst known outbreak at this stage, the Africa Centres for Di…

Education Department cuts student loan interest rate — 4:34 PM ET The Education Department said Thursday it will reduce interest rates by 1 percent on student loans for borrowers enrolled in automatic payments starting on July 1. The reduction will be in effect thr…

Rove knocks Trump 'narcissism': 'He's making everything about him' — 4:29 PM ET Republican strategist Karl Rove on Wednesday knocked President Trump for displaying signs of “narcissism,” citing the naming of buildings in Washington as just one example. “Renaming the Kennedy Cent…

GOP's Ernst on Iran deal: 'I don’t want to see JCPOA 2.0' — 4:23 PM ET A Republican senator on Thursday expressed skepticism about the tentative agreement struck by Iran and the U.S., which replaces the previous Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) dissolved under…

Obama takes veiled swipes at Trump at presidential center opening — 4:18 PM ET Former President Obama on Thursday took a veiled swipe at President Trump while celebrating the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. Obama harkened to the nation's founding by echoing…

Federal judge limits challenges to Trump mail-in voting order — 3:56 PM ET A federal judge on Thursday said she'll only consider parts of challenges to President Trump’s executive order that seeks to restrict mail-in voting, ruling the plaintiffs need to wait before raising…

Apple raising prices, CEO says — 3:52 PM ET Apple CEO Tim Cook told The Wall Street Journal in an interview that his company is raising its prices. In an interview published Wednesday by the Journal, Cook said the tech company is set to increa…

Rare Lyme disease-causing strain spreads to new state: What to know — 3:49 PM ET A rare pathogen known to cause Lyme disease has been detected in a new state, far from where it has typically been found.

Reflecting Pool contract balloons up to $14.7M — 3:44 PM ET The cost of a contract for work on the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool has ballooned further — now costing taxpayers a total of $14.7 million — according to federal records. The federal contract w…

Iran supreme leader says he approved MOU despite reservations — 3:32 PM ET Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Thursday said he had reservations about the memorandum of understanding between Tehran and the United States to end the war but still agreed to move forward…

Vance hits back at Iran deal critics in GOP, Israel: 5 takeaways — 3:17 PM ET Vice President Vance took to the White House press briefing podium Thursday to hit back against a growing chorus of critics of the Trump administration’s deal with Iran after President Trump signed t…

Raskin demands full list of Trump medications, doctors' names — 3:10 PM ET The top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee is reupping his probe into President Trump’s health records, less than a week after the president celebrated his 80th birthday. In a letter to the pr…

Pelosi on Trump's Iran deal: A 'gift to the Iranians' — 3:02 PM ET Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Thursday said Americans "paid the price" for President Trump's "mistake" in taking military action against Iran, describing the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (…

Sen. Sanders wants Americans to have a say — and stake — in the future of AI — 4:57 PM ET Sen. Bernie Sanders talks with NPR's Juana Summers about his new legislation, which would create a sovereign wealth fund, and give the American people a say in regulating AI.

Obama Presidential Center dedication: A nod to a past era in politics and future hopes — 4:51 PM ET All living former presidents gathered for the dedication of the Obama presidential center in Chicago. It was a star studded event that harkened back to a more-optimistic era in American politics.

They're leaving Congress and have nothing to lose. That could spell trouble for Trump — 4:48 PM ET

The Iran agreement is signed. Who are the winners and losers? — 4:26 PM ET The U.S. and Iran have signed a preliminary agreement. Who are the winners and losers? We unpack what we know.

AIPAC looms large ahead of New York primaries — 4:49 PM ET The dynamic is especially striking in the race between Rep. Dan Goldman and former City Comptroller Brad Lander, the latter of whom has sharply criticized the incumbent.

Steil pushes bill to ban lawmakers from political prediction markets — 3:47 PM ET The Wisconsin Republican's legislation follows a string of high-profile episodes of alleged insider trading on the new markets.

White House scheduled to meet with groups on AI and kids’ safety bills — 3:44 PM ET Sen. Marsha Blackburn has been pushing to wrap several pieces of AI safety legislation together in a forthcoming package.

Colts' Sauce Gardner wants everyone to know he was born in 2001, not 2000, and is 24 years old — 5:54 PM ET Wikipedia and Google are apparently to blame for the misinformation on Gardner's birth date.

Spurs predicted to cut ties with $229 million nightmare, acquire ex-Knicks All-Rookie guard — 5:52 PM ET The San Antonio Spurs were urged to swap a struggling point guard for a impactful former New York Knicks contributor.

World Cup group scenarios 2026: How teams can qualify and advance to Round of 32 knockout bracket — 5:52 PM ET As the World Cup group stages enters its second round of matches, some nations will be booking their places in the knockout stages, while others will be heading home.

Fox Sports host 'stunned' Bengals are getting so much attention — 5:47 PM ET Don't expect Nick Wright, co-host of FS1's "First Things First," to join the Cincinnati Bengals' bandwagon anytime soon.

Fox Sports host 'stunned' Bengals are getting so much attention — 5:47 PM ET Don't expect Nick Wright, co-host of FS1's "First Things First," to join the Cincinnati Bengals' bandwagon anytime soon.

Former Patriots fan-favorite named offseason standout for new team — 5:46 PM ET Former Patriots edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson has picked up right where he left off last season in his early practices with the Commanders.

Watch: Bryson DeChambeau hits 427-yard drive in Round 1 of U.S. Open — 5:46 PM ET Playing downwind and downhill helped. A bounce off asphalt played a large part. But a 427-yard drive is a 427-yard drive.

Red Sox veteran issues warning to teammates after Blue Jays sweep — 5:45 PM ET Isiah Kiner-Falefa has been traded three times in his career. Once, he was traded two times in a span of two days. Changing teams is merely part of the process for the 31 year-old veteran, who’s in h…

Sivo scores hat-trick as Leeds flatten Warrington — 5:43 PM ET Maika Sivo scores his fifth hat-trick of the Super League season as Leeds Rhinos win the top-of-the-table match against Warrington in emphatic fashion.

Twins 9, Rangers 3: Bullpen gives it their all (to try and lose the game) — 5:43 PM ET But the Twins offense declined their request.

Twins have another crooked-number 1st inning to complete 3-game sweep at Texas with 9-3 win — 5:42 PM ET Brooks Lee hit a three-run homer as Minnesota scored multiple runs in the first inning for the third consecutive game, and the Twins went on to complete a series sweep of the Texas Rangers with a 9-3…

Francisco Lindor and Tyrone Taylor to begin rehab assignments in Binghamton on Friday — 5:42 PM ET Help is on the way.

Good US Open shots not good enough for 2-over Scheffler — 5:42 PM ET Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler struggled to a two-over par 72 in Thursday's first round of the US Open, saying "good" shots were not good enough in punishing winds at Shinnecock."It felt like a day whe…

Which Rams’ Kam is the most important safety? — 5:41 PM ET Rams fans vote for the most important players of 2026

‘Nothing’s changed’: Frank Warren downplays Tyson Fury’s rumored affiliation with Zuffa — 5:41 PM ET Frank Warren isn’t overreacting to Tyson Fury’s latest announcement.

Meet Oscar Wembanyama, Victor's little brother turning scouts' heads — 5:41 PM ET Oscar Wembanyama opens up about pressure, idolizing Ronaldo, and his NBA top five, brother Victor, in an exclusive sit-down from Treviso

College attendees announced for 2026 Manning Passing Academy — 5:41 PM ET The list of college attendees for the 2026 Manning Passing Academy is out, with Ohio State's Julian Sayin and Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss headlining.

What’s Aidan O’Connell’s mindset heading into 2026 season as Las Vegas Raiders’ 3rd-string quarterback? — 5:41 PM ET From potential starter to backup, the 2023 4th round pick is embracing the mentor role in Las Vegas.

35-39 – Rangers swept by Twins in uncompetitive finale — 5:40 PM ET Who knew Herbie had an evil twin

Weather shifts FIFA Fan Festival schedule, but fans still line up for coveted ‘Fan Bands’ — 5:40 PM ET Weather concerns Thursday forced changes at the FIFA Fan Festival, prompting organizers to end activities early at 3 p.m.

Ayyoub Bouaddi: Man United decide whether to rival Arsenal for World Cup standout — 5:40 PM ET Ayyoub Bouaddi delivered a masterclass in Morocco’s World Cup opener against Brazil.The 18-year-old proved too hot to handle at the centre of the pitch, so much so that Casemiro had to be withdrawn .…

PSG and Premier League target Maghnes Akliouche addresses Monaco future — 5:40 PM ET AS Monaco forward Maghnes Akliouche (24), currently competing at the FIFA World Cup with France, has addressed his future. Akliouche has come through the ranks at Monaco. His formative club have not…

Mets at Phillies, 6/18/26: Manaea vs Nola — 5:40 PM ET Sean Manaea gets his second start as the Mets face the Phillies for the first time this year.

Who is Ryder Cowan? U.S. Open amateur came through qualifying to lead at Shinnecock Hills — 5:39 PM ET He's still a college golfer at Oklahoma.

Fans coin new nickname for Cristiano Ronaldo inspired by The Boys TV show — 5:39 PM ET Cristiano Ronaldo was already under scrutiny before Portugal’s World Cup campaign began. His pre-tournament friendlies were not convincing, and some supporters argued the team might function better w…

Knicks fans pop the question, tie the knot on championship parade day — 5:37 PM ET The Knicks stars weren't the only ones receiving rings on Thursday.

Two-Time U.S. Open Champ: LIV Players Welcome on Champions Tour — 5:37 PM ET Retief Goosen said he “would love” to see LIV players return.

Soccer supporters from near and far gather in Atlanta to experience the World Cup — 5:37 PM ET Some of the most passionate soccer fans at the Czech Republic-South Africa match didn't really care who won. This wasn't a battle between favorites to win the World Cup. Rami Abdoch and the Abdurhman…

Russian big man Ilia Frolov commits to Arkansas basketball, John Calipari | Report — 5:36 PM ET Arkansas basketball added to its 2026-27 roster Thursday with the commitment of Russian big man Ilia Frolov.

The Managing Madrid World Cup 2026 Predictions Survey (Part II) — 5:36 PM ET Let us know which country will have a shock exit and who will be the tournament’s breakout star

The 20 Best Photos from the New York Knicks Championship Parade (Including Some Extremely Cute Photos with Knicks Babies) — 5:36 PM ET New Yorkers packed the streets to celebrate with their home team on June 18 — see all the best photos from the parade

Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers @ Atlanta Braves — 5:35 PM ET Crew hits road to take on NL East-leading Braves

Tyrese Haliburton, fiance Jade Jones post tributes to late friend — 5:34 PM ET Tyrese Haliburton and his fiance, Jade Jones, posted tributes to their friend Mackenzi Kern, who died during Jones' batchelorette party.

How Keith Mitchell turned a 41-29 into the craziest round in U.S. Open history — 5:34 PM ET Mitchell somehow ended up at even-par.

Bazzana’s 7th-inning homer helps lift Guardians past Brewers 4-2 — 5:33 PM ET Travis Bazzana hit a go-ahead solo homer in the seventh inning, Parker Messick pitched six effective innings and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 on Thursday. David Fry and Kyle…

Martin Brundle warns Monaco GP penalty saga has "no easy solution" — 5:33 PM ET Martin Brundle has branded the Monaco GP pitlane penalty saga and Pierre Gasly’s reinstated podium as “a mess with no easy solution” amid ongoing appeals from rival teams

Massive DL Joseph Graves commits to Kansas State — 5:33 PM ET Earlier this week, Joseph Graves went viral when a video from his official visit at Kansas State made its way around the internet. Five days later, he committed to the Wildcats, choosing the Big 12 p…

11 Horrifying Crimes Athletes Committed During Live Games — 5:33 PM ET With thousands of people watching, these athletes decided to break the law in major, major ways.

Trajan Langdon on potential moves for Pistons: We want to add pieces that help accentuate our three best players — 5:32 PM ET Trajan Langdon on potential moves for Pistons: We want to add pieces that help accentuate our three best players

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More than 2 million people came out today to lower … — 5:32 PM ET More than 2 million people came out today to lower …

Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer @GaryPayton had a … — 5:32 PM ET Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer @GaryPayton had a …

A fan’s blunder and Bryson’s 427-yard bomb: The most memorable moments of Day 1 at the U.S. Open — 5:32 PM ET Bryson DeChambeau’s quarter-mile drive headlines an unusual U.S. Open opening day.

‘Mr. Waianae’ established culture that made community proud — 5:32 PM ET Decades after their football careers ended, former players still are following the lessons from “Mr. Waianae.” Larry Ginoza, one of the most successful coaches in Hawaii high school football history,…

Liverpool sign Munoz and offer £86m for Diomande — 5:31 PM ET Liverpool sign Spain winger Victor Munoz - and tell RB Leipzig that they will pay a package worth about 100m euros (£86m) for Yan Diomande.

‘UFC Freedom 250’ Averages 8.2 Million Viewers Across U.S. and Latin America — 5:31 PM ET The White House’s “UFC Freedom 250” event averaged 8.2 million viewers across the U.S. and Latin America on Paramount+. According to the streamer, that marks its biggest live exclusive event ever. Of…

UFL 2026 tracker: Which players are coming to the NFL? — 5:31 PM ET With the UFL season over, players are already signing to their next NFL teams

Scottie Scheffler rides Shinnecock rollercoaster in first round of 2026 U.S. Open — 5:31 PM ET In the first round of his first bid to complete the career Grand Slam, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler went on a bit of a rollercoaster ride.

Arsenal's first bid for Monga rejected - Friday's gossip — 4:35 PM ET Arsenal's opening bid for Jeremy Monga is rejected by Leicester, Liverpool ready to offer a package approaching £86m for Yan Diomande, Arsenal preparing bid for Bradley Barcola, plus more.

Protect College Sports Act passes Senate committee amid continued Big Ten, SEC opposition — 5:58 PM ET The next step for the bipartisan college sports bill would be a vote on the Senate floor

UFC Freedom 250 delivers record-breaking viewership for Paramount+ across United States, Latin America — 5:47 PM ET UFC's foray at the White House more than doubled the Paramount+ record previously set by UFC 324

WNBA Rookie Rankings: Sydney Taylor makes her debut, Azzi Fudd rises and Olivia Miles solidifies the top spot — 5:22 PM ET Chicago's Sydney Taylor has been a rare bright spot for the struggling Sky

2026 World Cup picks, odds, predictions: Best bets for Mexico vs. South Korea, Qatar vs. Mexico on Thursday — 5:21 PM ET SportsLine's soccer experts have revealed their World Cup picks and World Cup predictions for Thursday, June 18

Free MLB home run props, picks, odds for June 18: Juan Soto part of expert's best Thursday HR player props — 5:15 PM ET Here are SportsLine MLB expert Adam Thompson's best home run props for Thursday, June 18

Use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS to get $1,500 in bonus bets for South Korea-Mexico, 2026 World Cup on Thursday — 5:04 PM ET Use the latest MGM promo code CBSSPORTS to get $1,500 in bonus bets if your first bet loses for 2026 World Cup betting on Thursday

Free 2026 World Cup anytime goalscorer picks, odds: Son Hueng-min among Thursday's best bets — 5:00 PM ET We highlight the best anytime goalscorer bets for Thursday's World Cup matches on FanDuel

Use DraftKings promo code for $200 in bonus bets by targeting South Korea-Mexico, Qatar-Canada, 2026 World Cup — 5:00 PM ET DraftKings offers $200 in bonus bets instantly after your first $5 wager for Mexico vs. South Korea, Canada vs. Qatar for 2026 World Cup betting on Thursday

USMNT scenarios: How USA soccer can advance at 2026 World Cup, win group vs. Australia — 4:52 PM ET After a dominant opening win, Mauricio Pochettino’s side can lock up first place in Group D, and here's how

Canada vs. Qatar odds, prediction, time: 2026 World Cup picks, best bets by expert on 18-8 roll — 4:14 PM ET SportsLine's Martin Green reveals his Qatar vs. Canada best bets for their FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Thursday

Rory McIlroy goes low, falls back, still opens 2026 U.S. Open in contention at Shinnecock Hills — 4:12 PM ET McIlroy couldn't hold the lead down the stretch, but he still put forth a strong opening-round performance

MLB proposes massive draft overhaul in CBA negotiations, including eliminating high school eligibility — 4:11 PM ET The league's proposal would also create an international draft and cut the number of draft rounds

Canada vs. Qatar live stream: How to watch FIFA World Cup, odds, prediction, pick, lineups, channel — 3:38 PM ET The co-hosts look to secure their first three points in Vancouver as star fullback Alphonso Davies prepares to make his highly anticipated return from injury

HQ PM Newsletter 6/18/2026 — 3:34 PM ET What to watch Thursday: Mexico vs. Korea for top spot in Group A, MLB best bets

World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi allowed entry into Canada following visa reversal — 3:33 PM ET The 23-year-old was reportedly arrested and interviewed in France in relation to spot fixing in Ligue 1

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Mexico vs. South Korea, Canada vs. Qatar, MLB and more — 3:30 PM ET Find best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Thursday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

Kalshi World Cup 2026: How to trade on 2026 World Cup — 3:30 PM ET You can use Kalshi prediction markets to trade event contracts during the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico

2026 FIFA World Cup odds: Complete odds for soccer's biggest tournament — 3:12 PM ET Here's everything bettors need to know about World Cup odds 2026 for this summer's soccer event in North America

World Cup group standings, table, schedule: Results for USMNT, Argentina, Brazil and the entire 48-team field — 3:10 PM ET The group stage standings will dictate which teams advance to the knockout round

Arsenal's first bid for Monga rejected - Friday's gossip — 5:44 PM ET Arsenal's opening bid for Jeremy Monga rejected by Leicester, Gunners also preparing bid for Bradley Barcola, RB Leipzig make contact with Everton over Barry.

Sivo scores hat-trick as Leeds flatten Warrington — 5:40 PM ET Maika Sivo scores his fifth hat-trick of the Super League season as Leeds Rhinos win the top-of-the-table match against Warrington in emphatic fashion.

Liverpool sign Munoz and offer £86m for Diomande — 5:31 PM ET Liverpool sign Spain winger Victor Munoz - and tell RB Leipzig that they will pay a package worth about 100m euros (£86m) for Yan Diomande.

Scotland fall short of famous win over Windies — 5:28 PM ET Scotland come up agonisingly short of a famous victory at the T20 World Cup as West Indies somehow come through to win a tumultuous game at Headingley.

McIlroy starts strongly as Shinnecock bares its teeth — 5:13 PM ET Shinnecock Hills lives up to it's reputation as one of the toughest tests in golf on the opening day of a fog-delayed US Open as Rory McIlroy cards a one-under 69 in the opening round.

McIlroy starts strongly as Shinnecock bares its teeth — 5:13 PM ET Shinnecock Hills lives up to it's reputation as one of the toughest tests in golf on the opening day of a fog-delayed US Open as Rory McIlroy cards a one-under 69 in the opening round.

Switzerland's Manzambi scores superb double against Bosnia — 5:10 PM ET 20-year-old Johan Manzambi scores twice as Switzerland beat Bosnia in their 2026 World Cup match in Los Angeles.

Sutton's World Cup score predictions - second group games — 4:00 PM ET BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the second round of group games at the 2026 World Cup.

Usyk-Verhoeven ref had seen enough to end fight before bell — 3:58 PM ET The referee at the centre of the controversial fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven tells a boxing commission he had seen enough to stop the bout in the 11th round before the bell sounded.

Fraser shines as Scotland make strong start against West Indies — 3:46 PM ET Katherine Fraser gets off to a positive start for Scotland in the first innings of the women's T20 World Cup against West Indies.

England's day to forget as New Zealand take control of second Test — 3:38 PM ET England close day two of the second Test against New Zealand on 222-6, trailing by 169 after a day of poor decisions leaves the tourists firmly in control at the close of play at The Oval.

Stokes could return as captain for third Test against NZ — 3:33 PM ET Ben Stokes could return as England captain as early as next week for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

Stokes could return as captain for third Test against NZ — 3:33 PM ET Ben Stokes could return as England captain as early as next week for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

Messi's father dealing with 'health-related situation' — 3:20 PM ET Lionel Messi's father is currently dealing with a "health-related situation", the family said in a statement on Thursday.

Crisis club or chance to reinvent - where does McInnes exit leave Hearts? — 3:11 PM ET Derek McInnes has left Heart of Midlothian for Rangers, so how will the Scottish Premiership runners-up react to losing their head coach?

Spurs complete £52m Van Hecke signing from Brighton — 3:09 PM ET Brighton's Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke joins Premier League rivals Tottenham for £52m.

Canada v Qatar: World Cup 2026 – live — 5:50 PM ET ⚽️ Kick-off time: 3pm local/6pm EDT/11pm BST/8am AEST⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot Switzerland have several toes in the knockout stage after overwhelming Bosnia and Herzegovina in the…

Switzerland’s late surge overwhelms Bosnia and Herzegovina after Muharemovic red card — 5:09 PM ET The hype around Johan Manzambi will only heighten after his star turn from the substitutes’ bench helped Switzerland out of a hole and got their tournament truly up and running. The 20-year-old manag…

Tottenham complete £52m Van Hecke signing as De Zerbi focuses on defence — 5:09 PM ET Spurs bolster backline with third summer signing Defender reunited with former Brighton head coachTottenham have completed their third signing of the summer after Jan Paul van Hecke joined from Brigh…

Leeds move clear at top of Super League as Sivo treble stuns Warrington — 5:09 PM ET Warrington 6-34 LeedsRhinos run in six tries in statement winLeeds Rhinos delivered a resounding statement of their Super League title credentials with a scintillating victory against Warrington to m…

Broos hits out at stadium and ‘tall’ Czechia after South Africa rescue point — 4:48 PM ET They can put the matches away, at least for a while. Before this game, Hugo Broos had responded to fierce criticism over South Africa’s start to the World Cup by revealing that eight months ago after…

Lionel Messi’s family ask for ‘humanity’ as his father receives medical treatment — 3:04 PM ET Jorge Messi, 68, ‘recovering and progressing favourably’‘At times like these, we ask for responsibility,’ says familyLionel Messi’s father is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness a…

Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup Livestream: How to Watch Tonight’s Soccer Game Online Free — 5:54 PM ET Either team could win the group and advance to the next round with a victory tonight.

Glenn Danzig to Direct Adaption of His Comic ‘Hellmask’ (Exclusive) — 5:52 PM ET The Misfits frontman's book is set against a medieval backdrop.

UFC White House Card Averages 8 Million Viewers on Paramount+ in U.S., Latin America — 5:32 PM ET In other streaming results, Peacock's 'Love Island' is off to a big start for its eighth season.

‘Big Mouth’ and ‘The Blacklist’ Showrunners, ‘Send Help’ Screenwriter Run for Writers Guild West Board — 5:18 PM ET A union committee announced the first crop of candidates on Thursday for an election that will close on Sept. 15.

Streaming Ratings: Canceled ‘The Boroughs’ Debuts at No. 2 Overall — 4:42 PM ET The lag in reporting time for Nielsen's numbers mean they likely won't help the show.

Legendary Producer Larry Gordon, at 90, Delivers the Oscar Speech He Never Got to Give — 4:25 PM ET Accepting Producers United’s inaugural Legacy Award on Sherry Lansing’s back lawn, Gordon had guests rolling with laughter with an unfiltered speech that Jerry Bruckheimer called the greatest he’s ev…

Taylor Swift Wrote ‘Toy Story’ Song “I Knew It, I Knew You” in a Day: “Got the Songwriter Zoomies” — 4:18 PM ET Swift shared a brief video on X on Thursday from the day she wrote the song, telling the camera she wrote and produced the track in the hours after seeing 'Toy Story 5' earlier that morning.

‘Awards Chatter’: ‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson on Addiction, “Social Media Mobs,” Nick Reiner and “Going Out on Top” — 4:02 PM ET "There's a difference between what I write and who I am," says the HBO show's polarizing creator. "You have to make something for an audience who can handle uncomfortable truths, not fans who want th…

‘A Quiet Place’ Duo to Direct High Concept Sci-Fi Movie for Amblin, Universal (Exclusive) — 4:00 PM ET Scott Beck and Bryan Woods have sold a mysterious spec script, which now has Steven Spielberg attached to produce.

‘Supergirl’ Soars in First Reactions: “Jason Momoa Was Born to Play Lobo” — 3:57 PM ET The first reactions are in for the DC Studios adventure, with audience members saying that star Milly Alcock "is the perfect Kara."

‘UFC Freedom 250’ Averages 8.2 Million Viewers Across U.S. and Latin America — 5:31 PM ET The White House’s “UFC Freedom 250” event averaged 8.2 million viewers across the U.S. and Latin America on Paramount+. According to the streamer, that marks its biggest live exclusive event ever. Of…

‘Twilight’ Director Catherine Hardwicke on Her New Movie ‘Street Smart’ About Homeless Venice Youth, Casting Sally Struthers and Why Romantasy Is Booming — 5:08 PM ET Since directing “Twilight” in 2008, Catherine Hardwicke has directed TV projects like “Under the Bridge” and Guillermo del Toro’s “Cabinet of Curiosities” and directed indie films with the likes of T…

LISTEN: Variety’s Owen Gleiberman Unpacks Why We Love the ‘Toy Story’ Franchise: ‘Some of the Greatest Movies Ever Made About Childhood’ — 4:57 PM ET On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Owen Gleiberman, Variety’s chief film critic, sings the praises of Pixar’s “Toy Story” movies as the fifth installment arrives in theaters on June 19. P…

TelevisaUnivison Lures Media-Buying Veteran Mike Law as EVP, Brand Partnerships — 4:50 PM ET Spanish-language broadcaster TelevisaUnivison has hired Michael Law, a longtime media-buying executive who was most recently CEO of Dentsu’s Carat North America, as its new executive vice president o…

Chris Pratt to Star in America 250 Comedy Shorts Series With Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin; U.S. Government Funding Project From ATTN: (EXCLUSIVE) — 4:36 PM ET Chris Pratt is saddling up for an unlikely buddy comedy: a series of comedy shorts focused on American history, co-starring presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin. The series comes from digital…

UTA Signs ‘SubwayTakes’ Host and Comedian Kareem Rahma (EXCLUSIVE) — 4:30 PM ET Kareem Rahma, the comedian, musician and host of the viral social media series “SubwayTakes,” has signed with UTA for representation in all areas. The agency, whose Creators division has grown signif…

‘Hot Ones’ Host Sean Evans on Why ‘YouTube Is Television’ and Whether He’d Host the Oscars — 4:10 PM ET Sean Evans has been hosting his chicken-wing eating interview series “Hot Ones” for 11 years, and he can still remember exactly what the show felt like when he wasn’t entirely sure anyone was watchin…

‘Supergirl’ First Reactions: Milly Alcock ‘Shines’ as James Gunn’s DC Universe Embraces ‘Mad Max’ Vibes — 4:05 PM ET “Supergirl” has been unveiled to members of the film press, and it appears James Gunn’s burgeoning DC Universe is staying on track with its second film outing. First reactions for the comic book tent…

‘Wicker,’ Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgård Sundance Hit, Sets Theatrical Release Date — 3:58 PM ET Independent studio Black Bear has set an Oct. 23 limited theatrical release for comedic fable “Wicker,” which premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival in January. “Wicker” will expand nationwide…

Taylor Swift Wrote and Recorded ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ in 8 Hours Right After Watching ‘Toy Story 5’: ‘One of the Most Fun Days of My Life’ — 3:24 PM ET Fortunately, it’s not just Taylor Swift’s cats that get the zoomies. On the day that “Toy Story 5” hit theaters, the pop superstar took to X to post a brief video clip of herself speaking to the came…

Man Who Tried to Enter Sabrina Carpenter’s Home Gets 5-Year Restraining Order — 3:23 PM ET The pop star and songwriter said she feared what the man would do if he was not prevented from coming near her or her family, according to court records.

Danny Simmons, Painter and Activist From a Creative Family, Dies at 72 — 3:17 PM ET The older brother of the music mogul Russell Simmons and the rapper Joseph Simmons, he made his own way as an artistic and entrepreneurial force in Brooklyn.

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