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June 23, 2026

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Cristiano Ronaldo breaks World Cup record and silences critics after Lionel Messi masterclass

Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest goal for Portugal has seen him set a stunning World Cup record and provide the perfect response to Lionel Messi 18:15, 23 Jun 2026Updated 19:55, 23 Jun 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo set a World Cup record with his goal for Portugal against Uzbekistan (Image: (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)) Cristiano Ronaldo is the first player to score at SIX different World Cups. The 41-year-old silenced critics by scoring six minutes into his side’s group clash against Uzbekistan, with it coming as the perfect response to Lionel Messi’s stunning brace against Austria. READ MORE: Stay up to date with

June 23, 2026

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Trump backs down from threat to annihilate Iran

2.2K WASHINGTON (OSV News) — President Donald Trump on April 7 backed down from his threat to wipe out Iran’s “whole civilization,” citing negotiations with Pakistani mediators. Catholic leaders, including Pope Leo XIV, were among those who condemned the threat. Shortly after 8 a.m. EDT, Trump threatened that a “whole civilization will die tonight” if Iran did not make a deal by 8 p.m. EDT on April 7. But in a post on his social media website Truth Social shortly before that deadline, Trump said he would suspend the attacks for two weeks if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, a

June 23, 2026

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Charlotte city council names next mayor, plus how food can bring us together | WFAE 90.7

Part 1On Monday, the Charlotte City Council appointed attorney Robert Harrington to be the next mayor of Charlotte. Harrington will be replacing Vi Lyles, who is resigning on June 30. We check in with WFAE political reporter, Steve Harrison, to discuss the appointment and what’s next. Part 2Food can be one of the most powerful ways people can connect with each other, but recent studies show Americans are spending more time dining alone. In 2023, nearly 1 in 4 Americans reported eating all of the meals the previous day alone. That number increased 53% over 20 years. Food brings friends

June 23, 2026

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World Cup games today: Breaking down today’s schedule

Updated June 22, 2026, 4:55 p.m. ET Day 12 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup closes out matchday two for Groups I and J. All eyes will be on Lionel Messi as he attempts to add another record to his incredible collection of accolades. Argentina and Austria open the day in Arlington in a battle for the top of Group J. France follows in Philadelphia with a chance to clinch its knockout spot against an Iraq side already in trouble. Then Norway takes its Group I lead back to MetLife Stadium against a Senegal team looking to get on the

June 23, 2026

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Messi goal breaks all-time World Cup record during Argentina vs. Austria

Updated June 22, 2026, 3:58 p.m. ET Lionel Messi now stands alone as the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. The Argentina legend scored his 17th and 18th career World Cup goals Monday, June 22, against Austria. The first goal came in the 38th minute, breaking the men’s World Cup record of 16 that was held by Germany’s Miroslav Klose. Messi received a pass from the left as he ran into the box and gracefully fired straight past the goalkeeper to make history. He then scored again just before the whistle blew on a 2-0 win for Argentina, not

June 23, 2026

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FCTM Breaking News: CFTC Approves U.S. Bitcoin Perpetual Futures Contract and Issues Related Guidance (FCTM)

On May 29, 2026, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) took a series of coordinated actions to establish a domestic regulatory framework for perpetual contracts on digital commodities. Today, the CFTC: (1) approved KalshiEX LLC’s bitcoin perpetual futures contract (BTCPERP), (2) issued a policy statement addressing the listing of perpetual contracts by other exchanges, (3) published a staff advisory on 24/7 trading and clearing operations, and (4) released an interpretive letter and no-action position for Coinbase Financial Markets, Inc. (CFM) regarding the treatment of Deribit perpetuals as foreign futures. Approval of Kalshi’s BTCPERP Futures Contract (Order) The CFTC approved Kalshi’s

June 23, 2026

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Breaking Down Love Island ‘s Code Words for Sex: French Fries and More

Originally appeared on E! Online Forget the bombshells, as the popularity of Love Island (both the OG UK version and its across-the-pond sibling) grows, a whole new lexicon has entered the villa. Because while even casual fans understand the etymology behind terms such as Casa Amor (a big twist that sees couples separated and tested with new bombshells), cracking on (pursuing a new romance) and the ick (the moment your potential mate turns you off), Love Island USA contestants Kenzie Annis and Corbin Mims dished out a new one on the June 21 episode. It started with Trinity Tatum getting

June 22, 2026

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Breaking News – “Love Island USA” Heads to Casa as Peacock Reveals the New Casa Amor Men

“LOVE ISLAND USA” HEADS TO CASA AS PEACOCK REVEALS THE NEW CASA AMOR MEN https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/love-island 🏝️Peacock has revealed “Love Island USA” season eight’s new Casa Amor Islanders with a brand-new twist. Last night, the men snuck out the Villa to meet the new six Casa ladies in a heart racing challenge. Tonight, the surprises continue with 12 new Casa men in a spicy round of speed dating. The 12 new single men are: · Carl Schmidt, 28 (Denver, CO) ·

June 22, 2026

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Breaking News: Iran Opens Trilateral Talks With U.S., Qatar, State TV Says

Iran, the U.S. and mediator Qatar began three-way talks in Switzerland on the 21st (local time). The two sides have entered full-scale negotiations over a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon and the issue of Iran’s frozen assets. Iranian state broadcaster IRIB reported that day that delegations from Iran, the U.S. and Qatar were holding trilateral talks at the negotiation venue in Switzerland. The agenda covers a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon and the issue of Iranian assets frozen abroad. Earlier, Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the U.S. and Iranian delegations would hold talks that afternoon. It also confirmed that mediators Pakistan and Qatar

June 22, 2026

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Trump appointee leading $205bn US agency had personal ties to Epstein, emails show | Trump administration

Ben Black, the head of a little-known government investment agency funded by billions of dollars from US taxpayers, had personal and business ties to Jeffrey Epstein, according to emails and business filings released by the Department of Justice. His father, Leon Black, had once been the disgraced financier’s highest-paying client – calling on the convicted sex offender for tax advice and to orchestrate payments to women, according to the New York Times and Bloomberg. A Guardian review of more than 5,000 records from Epstein’s private correspondence found that Ben Black invested in the same company as the financier in 2011