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Choose blocks Trump plan to tie states’ transportation funds to immigration enforcement

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Choose blocks Trump plan to tie states’ transportation funds to immigration enforcement

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from forcing 20 Democratic-led states to cooperate with immigration enforcement in order to receive billions of dollars in transportation grant funding. Chief U.S. District Judge John McConnell in Providence, Rhode Island, ruled that the Transportation Department lacked authority to require the states to cooperate with … Read more

Store assistant, 24, went on second Tinder date and was chopped into 14 items

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Store assistant, 24, went on second Tinder date and was chopped into 14 items

Sydney Loofe fell prey to a twisted pair of killers who shared dark fantasies and believed they ‘gained ‘powers’ from their sordid and torturous acts, that for Sydney, ended tragically Innocent Sydney Loofe was lured to her death by a cruel and twisted couple who lied on Tinder Dressed in a white jacket and a … Read more

Uncertainty round Israel-Iran battle put traders on edge

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Uncertainty round Israel-Iran battle put traders on edge

A general view of the partially collapsed buildings damaged by some of the ballistic missiles launched by Iran on June 18, 2025 in Tel Aviv, Israel. Nir Keidar | Anadolu | Getty Images The conflict between Israel and Iran is intensifying, with both countries not backing down from strikes and their leaders continuing to issue … Read more

Appeals court docket says Trump can maintain management of California Nationwide Guard troops

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Appeals court docket says Trump can maintain management of California Nationwide Guard troops

President Donald Trump is within his rights to deploy the California National Guard amid protests against federal law enforcement over immigration raids, an appeals court ruled Thursday night. A three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the federal government made a required “strong showing” in arguing it would prevail against … Read more

‘Lana Del Rey is touring – I am hoping for a Glasto-style setlist with out mic drama’

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‘Lana Del Rey is touring – I am hoping for a Glasto-style setlist with out mic drama’

The Video Games singer is touring the UK and Ireland in June and July – and tickets are still available 11:40, 19 Jun 2025Updated 15:58, 19 Jun 2025 This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more The star is taking her act to stadiums across … Read more

Iron Dome’s efficiency, Golden Dome’s alternative

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Iron Dome’s efficiency, Golden Dome’s alternative

CNBC’s Investing in Space newsletter offers a view into the business of space exploration and privatization, delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up to receive future editions. TEL AVIV, ISRAEL – JUNE 18: Israel’s ‘Iron Dome’ air defense system responds to incoming Iranian ballistic missiles as seen from Tel Aviv, Israel on June 18, 2025. Anadolu | … Read more

Pacers rout Thunder, power first NBA Finals Sport 7 since 2016

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Pacers rout Thunder, power first NBA Finals Sport 7 since 2016

Perhaps it was only appropriate that an NBA postseason no one would have predicted could not end without yet another plot twist. Despite star point guard Tyrese Haliburton’s playing with a calf injury, the Indiana Pacers staved off elimination Thursday to win Game 6 of the NBA Finals, 108-91, and push the best-of-seven series against … Read more

British vacationer’s response on Benidorm vacation from hell when strangers had been in her resort room

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British vacationer’s response on Benidorm vacation from hell when strangers had been in her resort room

When two young men broke into a British family’s hotel room in Benidorm, a mum-of-two had a totally fearless reaction to the terrifying situation – and she has issued an urgent warning to holidaymakers 12:45, 19 Jun 2025Updated 12:48, 19 Jun 2025 Becca Farley had a fearless reaction to intruders in her hotel room (Image: … Read more

Labubu-maker Pop Mart shares fall as Morgan Stanley cuts it from record

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Labubu-maker Pop Mart shares fall as Morgan Stanley cuts it from record

Customers browse a POP MART display filled with Labubu characters and collectible figures from The Monsters series on June 16, 2025 in Chongqing, China. Cheng Xin | Getty Images News | Getty Images BEIJING — Shares in Pop Mart, the Chinese toy company behind the recent Labubu craze, continued to tumble Friday, after Morgan Stanley … Read more

Man with Taser, tape and twine accused of stalking, attempting to kidnap Memphis mayor

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Man with Taser, tape and twine accused of stalking, attempting to kidnap Memphis mayor

A man found with a Taser, rope and duct tape who was seen in the neighborhood has been accused of stalking and attempting to kidnap the mayor of Memphis, Tennessee. Trenton Abston, 25, is being held in the Shelby County Jail with no bail or bond listed and a court appearance scheduled for Friday, according … Read more