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• AP Trending SummaryBrief at 4:40 p.m. EDT

  17-06-2026 02:55 via article.wn.com
  JD Vance went on television to plug a faith memoir. 'The View' had other plans ......
  
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• While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 17, 2026

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 17, 2026. ......
  
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• Wang urges continued efforts to advance Iran-US talks

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday there should be no turning back in the Iran-United States talks, still less a return to the use of force, while voicing China's readiness to work with mediator Pakistan to continue promoting talks and help restore peace, stability, and development in the region at an early date. Wang made the remarks during a phone conversation with Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign...
  
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• US Senate narrowly blocks new bid to rein in Trump war powers

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  WASHINGTON, June 16 - The U.S. Senate...
  
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• US players say Pochettino instilled strong mentality for World Cup

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  IRVINE, Calif. — Although the cheers are...
  
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• Urgent: U.S. strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific kills 1

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  WASHINGTON, June 16 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. military said on Tuesday...
  
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• The World Cup of crisps: HARRY WALLOP investigates which of our favourite snacks are healthiest ...

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  This summer, we'll be munching through even more than usual, with almost 60 per cent of us picking crisps as our snack of choice to accompany watching the World Cup. ......
  
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• Spain gets deluge of migrant applications

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Spain has been overwhelmed with applications from undocumented migrants wanting to take advantage of an amnesty that allows irregular arrivals to become legal residents with work visas. The amnesty, which the Spanish government thought would attract interest from as many as 500,000 people, had drawn applications from 900,000 undocumented migrants by Monday, the country's migration ministry said. The non-profit refugee aid organization CEAR said it expects...
  
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• Severe storms could bring hail, heavy rain and tornado risk to Alberta

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Calgary, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat and surrounding regions, warning that severe weather could develop across southern Alberta on Tuesday afternoon and evening. The national weather agency...
  
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• Russian warship fires warning shots near UK yacht in English Channel

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  A Russian warship fired warning shots near a UK-flagged yacht in the English Channel after the vessel appeared to be on a potential collision course, according to Russia’s defence ministry. The incident involved the yacht Bright Future and the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich on Tuesday. Advertisement No...
  
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• Russian attacks on eastern Ukrainian cities kill four, officials say

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  June 16 - Russian attacks on...
  
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• Report: Trump ballroom to cost $600 million, with half paid by taxpayers

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  President Donald Trump’s...
  
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• PHOTO ESSAY: In Gaza, orphaned children navigate grief while trying to hold on to childhood

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  GAZA (AP) — Israel’s military campaign in Gaza has left tens of thousands of Palestinian children without one or more of their parents, adding to what UNICEF has said is the conflict’s “unconscionable” toll on the territory’s youth. ......
  
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• Nancy Guthrie update: Was she taken because of Savannah? New theory emerges as search expands

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  A volunteer group in Mexico has resumed its search for Nancy Guthrie near the Arizona border.  ......
  
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• Lionel Messi makes history as first man to play in six World Cups

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Argentina fans party before Algeria World Cup match Argentina fans gather in Kansas City to gather and prepare for their first upcoming World Cup match against Algeria. Sports Seriously Editor's note: Follow all World Cup matches live KANSAS CITY, MO — Lionel Messi became the first man ever to play in six World Cup tournaments, starting for Argentina against Algeria on June 16. Messi, considered one of the greatest soccer players ever, famously won the 2022...
  
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• Kylian Mbappé sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — After a flat first half, Kylian Mbappé got France back in tune. ......
  
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• Iran Is Returning to Nuclear Talks No Longer Afraid of America

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Tehran has learned it can survive the worst Washington can throw at it, but it still needs sanctions relief to stave off economic calamity. ......
  
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• Iran deal includes $384.6 billion fund, more than half of which already committed, source says

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
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• Iran and US to embark on two months of peace talks on June 19

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Optimism was however...
  
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• Immigrants, international fans step up with Senegal supporters stuck at home

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 16 -...
  
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• Gabriela Moura, from Kentucky Derby drama to bikini runway, is a name to watch if ...

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Influencer Gabriela Moura made her World Cup debut on Saturday as her home country of Brazil took on Morocco. With a following of nearly 12 million on TikTok, she's evidently a...
  
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• EU revises cabin luggage, flight compensation rules

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  A legislative wrangle lasting more than a decade has finally been settled after the European Council and the European Parliament agreed to revise rules over air passenger delay compensation and free cabin luggage. The updated regulations will require all airlines and selling agents to be transparent about details including baggage costs from the start of the booking process, rather than advertising enticing prices...
  
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• Erling Haaland scores twice, adds assist in World Cup debut as Norway tops Iraq 4-1 ...

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Erling...
  
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• Colombia's ELN rebels release two police officers as the nation prepares to hold a pivotal election

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Two police officers who were held...
  
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• Brazil's top court convicts son of former President Bolsonaro for coercion

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted former...
  
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• Brazil's top court convicts Eduardo Bolsonaro of courting U.S. help in father's legal battle

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  BRASILIA, June 16 - A panel of...
  
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• 4 killed in Israeli drone strikes in S. Lebanon despite US-Iran MoU

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  BEIRUT -- Four people were killed and several others wounded in Israeli drone strikes targeting Mayfadoun in southern Lebanon on Tuesday afternoon, according to a preliminary toll reported by Lebanon's state-run...
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Norway defeats Iraq; Erling Haaland scores twice

  17-06-2026 03:47 via article.wn.com
  The Norwegian national team got their World Cup campaign...
  
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• One killed, two survive after US strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific

  17-06-2026 03:33 via independent.co.uk
  
  The latest attack brings the number of people who have been killed in boat strikes by the US military to at least 208
  
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• World Cup Prediction Market Promo Codes: Get Bonuses for Argentina-Algeria, Any Game

  17-06-2026 02:55 via article.wn.com
  Photo Credit: Craig Dudek Photo Credit: Craig Dudek This article contains references to products from our advertisers and/or partners, and we may receive compensation when you click on links to products and services The World Cup continues with four more high-profile group stage games today, and you can capitalize on the loaded slate with the leading prediction market promo codes. Whether you are looking to trade on France, Argentina or another game today, you can take advantage of several bonus
  
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