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EPA-EFE/ShutterstockIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (centre) met European diplomats in Geneva on FridayIran has said it will not resume talks over its nuclear programme while under attack, hours after Israel’s defence minister warned of “prolonged” conflict against the Islamic republic.Exchanges of fire continued on Friday, as Iran fired another salvo of missiles at northern Israel, and Israel targeted dozens of sites in Iran. Israel’s foreign minister, Eyal Zamir, said in a video address that his country should be ready for “a prolonged campaign” and warned of “difficult days ahead.”Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi met with European diplomats in Geneva who…

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After Karen Read was acquitted earlier this week on murder and manslaughter charges in the death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe, a Boston police officer, her parents told WBZ-TV they are now focused on trying to get back to normal.For more than two years, it has been a life-changing time for Bill and Janet Read. On Wednesday, their daughter was acquitted of the most serious charges in O’Keefe’s death.”The fifth lawyer””We feel almost like we should know how we feel but we don’t,” Janet Read said.”Coming to grips with the idea, that the fear that we could lose Karen to incarceration…

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The brother-in-law of the fugitive Jalisco New Generation boss known as “El Mencho” was sentenced Friday to 30 years in U.S. federal prison following his 2017 arrest at a beach resort in Brazil while vacationing with his family under a fake name.José González Valencia, 49, was sentenced in a federal court in Washington, D.C. Prosecutors said that for years he orchestrated a prolific drug trafficking operation, using a semi-submersible and other methods to avoid detection, and provided weapons to one of Mexico’s most powerful cartels. González Valencia, known as “Chepa,” along with his two brothers, led a group called “Los…

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Aamir Khan’s latest release Sitaare Zameen Par, which hit theatres on June 20, has been receiving widespread praise for its emotional storytelling and heartwarming message. But one particular review has left fans especially moved, a heartfelt post from Taare Zameen Par star Darsheel Safary, who played the iconic Ishaan Awasthi in the original 2007 film.In what feels like a full-circle moment, Darsheel took to Instagram Stories to share his thoughts after watching Sitaare Zameen Par, widely considered a spiritual sequel to his debut film. Describing the film as an experience that made his heart feel “fuller, softer and happier,” Darsheel…

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Prosecutors at the Manhattan district attorney’s office intentionally violated Luigi Mangione’s right to a fair trial by unnecessarily releasing his handwritten journal entries to “bias” the public, defense attorneys said in a new court filing.Prosecutors included the writings in a filing earlier this month that was meant to justify the filing of murder charges with a terrorism enhancement. One excerpt said, “I finally feel confident about what I will do. The details are coming together. And I don’t feel any doubt about whether it’s right/justified. I’m glad in a way that I’ve procrastinated bc it allowed me to learn more…

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6/20: CBS Morning News – CBS News Watch CBS News Iran and Israel trade strikes as President Trump sets two-week deadline for decision on U.S. action; Pacers roll past Thunder in Game 6 of NBA Finals. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Source link

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Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that fuel producers have standing to challenge the Environmental Protection Agency’s move allowing California to impose regulations on automakers pertaining to vehicle emissions and electric vehicle production. The nation’s high court issued the 7-2 decision on Friday, reversing a lower court ruling. The group dubbed “Fuel Petitioners” in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit’s decision included various entities such as Valero Renewable Fuels Company, LLC, industry-related groups, and organizations like corn-growing associations. “The government generally may not target a business or industry through stringent and allegedly unlawful…

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Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas have long set relationship goals, from embracing each other’s cultures to doting on their daughter, Malti Marie. Now, as they enter a new parenting phase, Priyanka is juggling work and motherhood, and her daughter’s growing social life.During her recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Priyanka gave fans a rare glimpse into life with her two-year-old. Describing Malti as “precocious and funny,” Priyanka shared how her daughter is already busy with school and even has her own little circle of friends.“I’m filming a movie in India, so I fly back and forth from…

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Under a self-imposed deadline to pursue diplomacy with Iran and with no direct negotiations with the U.S. on the horizon, President Donald Trump acknowledged on Friday that the situation in the Middle East appeared to be deadlocked — but said he would still give the Iranians a chance to “come to their senses.””I’m giving them a period of time, and I would say two weeks would be the maximum,” the president said.President Donald Trump speaks to the press upon arrival at Morristown Municipal Airport in Morristown, New Jersey, June 20, 2025.Manuel Balce Ceneta/APEarlier in the day, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas…

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After years of teasing a new line of self-driving vehicles, billionaire tech CEO Elon Musk is finally making good on his promise with the rollout of Tesla’s robotaxi service. When is the robotaxi event?This Sunday, June 22, Tesla will give a select group of people the chance to ride in its Model Y Robotaxis  in Austin, Texas, where the EV maker moved its headquarters from California in 2021. Tesla did not respond to CBS MoneyWatch’s email seeking information about the launch. However, details shared on social media and past comments from Musk offer some clues as to what it will look like.Where…

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The tragic death of Gujarati filmmaker Mahesh Kalawadia, popularly known as Mahesh Jirawala, has been officially confirmed following the devastating Ahmedabad plane crash. Initially feared missing after the incident, his identity was verified through a DNA test, bringing a heartbreaking end to the family’s search.According to Divya Bhaskar, a burnt Activa scooter registered to Jirawala was discovered at the crash site near Shahibaug, leading authorities to suspect his involvement. His mobile phone was also last traced to the crash location before it was found switched off, further strengthening the suspicion.Family in denial at first, accepts body after forensic confirmationWhile early…

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NEW ORLEANS — A panel of three federal appellate judges has ruled that a Louisiana law requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in each of the state’s public school classrooms is unconstitutional.The ruling Friday marked a major win for civil liberties groups who say the mandate violates the separation of church and state, and that the poster-sized displays would isolate students — especially those who are not Christian.The mandate has been touted by Republicans, including President Donald Trump, and marks one of the latest pushes by conservatives to incorporate religion into classrooms. Backers of the law argue the Ten…

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In an address to the UN Security Council on Friday, Mr. Guterres made an urgent plea for de-escalation, calling the spiralling confrontation a defining moment for the future of global security. “We are not drifting toward crisis – we are racing toward it,” he said.“This is a moment that could shape the fate of nations…the expansion of this conflict could ignite a fire no one can control,” he warned.Widespread panic, destructionThe Secretary-General’s remarks came amid a mounting civilian toll in both Israel and Iran, and as several nuclear sites in Iran have come under direct military assault.Over 100 targets have…

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Diplomats from Britain, France, Germany and the European Union met with Iran’s foreign minister on Friday, urging the country to continue diplomacy with the U.S. one week after stalled nuclear talks escalated into attacks between Iran and Israel. “We are keen to continue ongoing discussions and negotiations with Iran, and we urge Iran to continue their talks with the United States,” British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said. “We were clear: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.”The meeting, held in Geneva, Switzerland, was the first face-to-face with an Iranian leader since last weekend’s flashpoint. “The…

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