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• Shooting at New York’s Times Square, suspect arrested

  19-06-2026 05:18 via article.wn.com
  Several gunshots were heard in New York’s Times Square at 4 p.m. (local time). According to NYPD, a suspect has been arrested, and no one was injured. ......
  
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• Why World Cup fans are convinced Zlatan Ibrahimovic hates Alexi Lalas

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  The Fox Sports broadcast has given fans a variety of scenes. On one side are viewers eager to hear what legendary forward Zlatan Ibrahimović has to say in his analyst debut, while the other seems to be cringing at whatever Alexi Lalas adds. Along with playing opposing positions during their playing careers, the two have appeared to clash more than viewers are comfortable with. Some find the exchanges humorous, while others are confused by what they’re watching. Some World Cup broadcas
  
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• Why is Morocco abbreviated as MAR in the World Cup? What to know

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Scotland and Morocco enter Boston Stadium before World Cup matchup Watch as Scotland and Morocco enter Boston Stadium before their World Cup matchup on June 19, 2026. Looking at the scoreboard for the Scotland vs. Morocco game and Googling "why is Morocco abbreviated...
  
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• Where to watch Brazil vs. Haiti World Cup game today: FREE live stream, time, channel

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
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• What is closed on Juneteenth holiday? Banks, post offices, government offices and stock markets shut ...

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
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• USA Advances to Knockout Round on 2–0 Win Over Australia

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  For the first time in its World Cup tenure, Team USA has advanced to the knockout round...
  
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• US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday. ......
  
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• UN urges Peru to reject bill granting military authority to try human rights violations

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  UN human rights chief Volker T�rk urged the government of Peru on Thursday to refrain from adopting a draft law that grants military jurisdictions the authority to investigate and prosecute potential human rights violations, calling on authorities to comply with international human rights standards. The Congress of Peru approved the controversial bill on June 13, which...
  
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• UK court jails 2 men of spying for China, targeting Hong Kong dissidents

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  A UK court on Thursday two men for gathering information illegally against Hong Kong pro-democracy activists who are now residing in the country. Justice Cheema-Grubb said the crimes committed were highly culpable and imposed jail sentences of eight and ten years, respectively. In her sentencing remarks, Cheema-Grubb reiterated that the activities of both Chi Leung Wai and Chung Biu Yuen–providing data of dissidents to Hong Kong authorities through access to the UK’s confidential dat
  
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• Tyre in southern Lebanon marks Muharram holy month after destruction from Israel-Hezbollah war

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  The conflict has intensified the significance of Muharram for Shiite Muslims....
  
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• Two trains collide north of London, killing at least 1 person and injuring dozens

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Emergency services are responding after a two-train collision north of London leaves one dead....
  
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• Trump's Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool work comes under scrutiny: 4 things to know

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  President Trump’s efforts to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool have not gone smoothly, despite the president maintaining he has a lot of experience with pools. ......
  
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• Trump Says He Is Going To Turkey, China This Year

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  US President Donald Trump said on Friday he will go to Turkey and make another trip to China at some point in 2026. ......
  
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• Trump expects Iran to agree to final deal within 60 days

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  WASHINGTON, June 19 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he expects Iran to agree to a final deal within 60 days of the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU). If no deal...
  
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• Sierra Leone Deportations

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  FILE - The city of Freetown, Sierra Leone, is seen on April 28, 2024. ......
  
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• Scotland fans have descended on Boston for the World Cup, and bars are struggling to ...

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Scotland fans have brought a festive atmosphere to Boston during the World Cup. The Tartan...
  
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• Rights Groups Urge Ottawa to Sanction Chinese Officials Over Falun Gong Persecution

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Two Canadian human rights organizations are pressing the federal government to impose targeted sanctions on senior Chinese...
  
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• Poilievre Says Canadian Flag Should Not Be Replaced by Other Flags in Public Spaces

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says Canadian flags should not be removed and replaced with...
  
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• Photos show Lebanon's shattered south as towns and villages await peace

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  TYRE, Lebanon (AP) — Southern Lebanon remains scarred by months of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. ......
  
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• Migrants deported by US to Sierra Leone risk return to countries where they fear persecution

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Asylum seekers deported by the U.S. to Sierra Leone are being told they'll be sent back to...
  
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• James D. Rhodes Highlights the Leadership Power of Clear Communication

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  San Antonio professional James D. Rhodes is encouraging leaders and organizations to prioritize clear communication as a key driver of productivity, trust, and long-term success. James D. Rhodes, a San Antonio-based business professional known for his disciplined and practical approach to leadership, is raising awareness about the importance of clear communication in today's workplace, calling it one of the most overlooked yet impactful business skills. As organizations continue to navigate evol
  
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• Israel and Hezbollah agree to halt fighting, officials say, as US-Iran talks hang in the balance

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah...
  
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• Iran says it\u2019s being treated unfairly. Its World Cup travel schedule isn\u2019t unique

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Iran says it will lodge a complaint against FIFA....
  
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• Humiliating moment World Cup referee goes down with injury delaying USA's win over Australia

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  The Americans were already cruising to a 2-0 win over the Socceroos in the second half of Friday's Group D matchup when the game had to be halted when the referee went down. ......
  
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• ‘Highly sexualised language’: Kiwi John Edwards slammed after quitting as UK privacy czar

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  UK Science Secretary Liz Kendall has lashed out at New Zealander John Edwards, who resigned his position as the country’s top privacy watchdog late yesterday.“I’ve seen evidence of the vulgar and highly sexualised language that was used in his interactions with his staff and am extremely concerned that he continues to describe these incidents as misplaced humour,” Kendall said in a LinkedIn post.“Such conduct does not belong in the workplace, least of all exhibited
  
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• Guatemala forms commission to search for ‘disappeared’ people

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Guatemalan President...
  
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• Ghana Slavery Reparations

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Dr. Julius Garvey, son of Black nationalist Marcus Garvey, lays a wreath in a ceremony to honor victims of the transatlantic slave trade at Christiansborg Castle during a Juneteenth commemoration ceremony in Accra, Ghana, Friday, June 19, 2026. ......
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal says he is fit but Spain managing his injury carefully

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Atlanta , June 20 (ANI): Spanish youngster Lamine Yamal has said...
  
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• Everyone needs to get on the USMNT World Cup bandwagon right now.

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  Can USMNT beat Australia if Christian Pulisic does not play? In this episode we're breaking down Team USA and how Mauricio Pochettino's squad is preparing to take on Australia on June 19th, 2026. SEATTLE — There comes a time at every World Cup when the attitude changes. When those who’d been either too apprehensive or too indifferent to get on board go all in and race to catch up with the diehards. They buy the jerseys. Paint their faces. Start scheduling their lives around games. Ge
  
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• European Union Not Seeking to Mediate Ukraine War, EU Council President Says

  20-06-2026 01:03 via article.wn.com
  The European Union won’t mediate discussions between Ukraine and Russia in any future...
  
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