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June 19, 2026

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Pope Leo says he was not ‘trying to debate’ Trump over US attack on Iran | Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV said on Saturday that it was “not in my interest at all” to debate the US president, Donald Trump, about the Iran war, but that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace. Leo spoke to reporters onboard the papal plane flying from Cameroon to Angola as part of his 11-day tour of Africa. He addressed the spiraling back-and-forth saga of Trump’s critiques of his peace message, which have dominated news headlines this week. But the American pope also sought to set the record straight, insisting that his preaching was not directed at Trump, but reflected

June 19, 2026

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US tells embassies to deny visas to applicants who say they fear return to home country | Trump administration

Applicants seeking a temporary visa to the United States must now tell a consular officer that they have not experienced harm and do not fear returning to their home country, according to new guidance issued from the state department. If they answer yes or decline to respond to either question, the chance they will be denied will increase dramatically. The Guardian obtained a state department cable which instructs officers at every US embassy and consulate globally to amend their process and ask applicants to affirm they do not fear mistreatment if they return home as a prerequisite for the interview

June 19, 2026

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Distressing scenes as World Cup star stretchered off with devastating injury

Canada star Ismael Kone was stretchered off during the second half of his side’s match against Qatar as devastating scenes emerged during the World Cup clash 00:24, 19 Jun 2026Updated 00:58, 19 Jun 2026 Ismael Kone #8 of Canada consoled by Jesse Marsch(Image: Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) Distressing scenes emerged as Canada star Ismael Kone was stretchered off the field with what appeared to be a broken leg during his nation’s side with Canada. The midfielder waved to fans as he was taken along the sidelines. There was immediate concern for the Canadian international as tensions rose between the sides. There

June 18, 2026

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Trump administration proposes 25% tariffs on Brazil despite US trade surplus | Tariffs

The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil, charging that the world’s 10th-biggest economy engages in trade practices that are “unreasonable’’ and that “burden or restrict US commerce”. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said he received the decision “with indignation”. The Brazil president also blamed the decision by the US administration on his rival in October’s elections, Flávio Bolsonaro, the senator who visited Washington last week. The senator is the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, once nicknamed “the Trump of the Tropics” by his allies. The announcement late on Monday came after an investigation by the office

June 18, 2026

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House votes to rebuke Trump over war with Iran

WASHINGTON — The House offered a rare rebuke to President Donald Trump on Wednesday, passing a Democratic-led measure to end his war with Iran over objections from Republican leadership. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. It was one of two Democratic-led measures opposed by the White House that advanced in the GOP-led House. Lawmakers later passed a motion that would unlock a vote on sending aid to Ukraine. The Iran war powers resolution, offered by Rep. Gregory Meeks of New York, the top Democrat on the Foreign Affairs Committee, had been

June 18, 2026

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John Bolton reaches plea deal over mishandling classified documents | John Bolton

John Bolton, the former US national security adviser who left Donald Trump’s first administration and became a staunch critic of the US president, has reached a plea agreement in a case criminally charging him with mishandling classified documents, according to a source familiar with the matter. The agreement, subject to court approval, will allow Bolton to plead guilty to one count of illegal retention of sensitive national security information and requires him to pay a $2.25m fine, the person said, and serve anywhere between no time and five years in prison. The US Department of Justice declined to comment. Court

June 18, 2026

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USA Today Co is trying to beat AI Overviews on World Cup news

In the fight for visibility in an AI-powered search era, USA Today Co. is betting that speed can still beat the machines. After using AI-assisted, pre-written “shell files” to help boost traffic to Winter Olympics coverage, it’s rolling out the same strategy for this summer’s FIFA World Cup 2026. The race to win Google search now starts before AI can get there. USA Today Co. is pre-writing articles — with the help of AI to pull related content from its archive — so it can be ready with breaking news stories the moment they happen. “We’re trying not to be

June 18, 2026

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The US has record-breaking year at the world’s largest wine awards

The results of the world’s largest wine awards have been announced, and there are plenty of surprises among the countries and regions that have triumphed. “There’s never been a better time to be a wine drinker,” said Pierre Mansour, a judge and regional chair of the Decanter World Wine Awards, at a preview tasting of the top wines for 2026. “We are in a golden era. It’s extraordinary.” More than 17,000 wines from 58 countries were entered into the awards, before being supped and quaffed by 245 judges in a rigorous two-week process held in London. Several countries recorded their

June 18, 2026

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Breaking: US-Iran MoU signed remotely by both Trump and Pezeshkian to end the brutal Middle East war

Published on Jun 18, 2026 08:09 am IST A historic diplomatic breakthrough appears to have taken effect as the United States and Iran reportedly signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending months of conflict and opening a new phase of negotiations. According to multiple reports, U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed the agreement remotely, bringing the framework into force ahead of a planned diplomatic meeting. The deal is expected to focus on ending hostilities, restoring regional stability, reopening key shipping routes and launching further talks on Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief and broader security issues.

June 18, 2026

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Ceballos’ long Real Madrid saga finally reaches its breaking point

Dani Ceballos’ winding, years‑long storyline with Real Madrid is finally heading toward its conclusion — and this time, the ending looks definitive. After multiple summers of drama, mixed signals, and near‑departures, both the club and the midfielder have reached a preliminary agreement to part ways at the end of the season, AS can confirm. Ceballos, who has one year left on his contract, is prepared to walk away without compensation so he can leave as a free agent. José Mourinho, who does not see him in next season’s plans, has already asked the front office to make his exit as