June 2026
DOJ rebuffs judge’s request to put in writing it won’t move forward with ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
The DOJ in May announced it was creating the fund as part of a settlement of President Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service.
Bob Iger reflects on 10 years of Shanghai Disneyland as it defies the Chinese pullback
Shanghai Disneyland hit 100 million cumulative visitors in 2025, according to the company. It’s a relatively new but important foothold in Disney’s history.
Meloni slams Trump’s claim she ‘begged’ for a photo with him as Italy’s top diplomat cancels U.S. trip
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani abruptly canceled a planned trip to the U.S., calling Trump’s claims “serious and offensive” toward Meloni and Italy.
Russia threatens escalation after Ukraine hits Moscow with largest-ever drone attack
Russia has pledged to carry out frequent and “massive group strikes” against Ukraine shortly after Kyiv launched a barrage of drones on Moscow.
U.S. opens tariff probe targeting Germany’s drug pricing policies
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Germany’s proposal to reduce spending on medicines was “a serious step backwards.”
U.S.-Iran deal in photos: ships in the Strait of Hormuz, daily life in Tehran
The first signs of a post-war recovery are emerging across the Middle East after the United States and Iran signed a memorandum aimed at ending the conflict.
NBA to begin naming winning bids for Europe teams in the coming months, deputy commissioner says
The NBA plans to begin naming winning bidders for 12 permanent European teams in the next 60 to 90 days, Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum told CNBC.
In photos: Star-studded crowd gathers to celebrate the Obama Presidential Center dedication
Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago with former presidents, celebrities and dignitaries in attendance. President Donald Trump was absent.
Trump DNI pick Pulte poised to get access to U.S. intelligence despite congressional bid to thwart
With President Donald Trump halting his nomination of U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, Bill Pulte is set to take on the role.
Vance says U.S. isn’t giving Iran ‘a cent’ as he defends Trump peace deal
“The only way the Iranians get any of these resources … is if they comply fully” with the terms of the deal, Vice President JD Vance said.