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Thursday, June 18, 2026
Trump Administration Orders Census Bureau to Eliminate Statistical Privacy Methods
The Trump administration has directed the Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis to stop using statistical noise—techniques that obscure individual data to protect privacy—when publishing survey results. Officials say the methods introduce inaccuracies; critics warn the change could limit available public data.
Today's Sections
Community News
Read Section →Israel launches air strikes on Lebanon as Iran signals progress toward US deal
Israel carried out air strikes against targets in Lebanon, according to Lebanese state media. Iran's foreign minister said negotiators were nearing a deal with the United States.
Jun 18
Pakistan says U.S. and Iran reach agreement on peace deal text
Jun 18
U.S. and Iran move toward interim agreement on nuclear dispute
Jun 18
Abuse Survivors Burdened by Criminal Records Amid Ongoing System Failures
Jun 18
Community Sports
Read Section →Manchester City Reclaims Premier League Summit With 1-0 Win Over Burnley
Manchester City defeated Burnley 1-0 to reach the top of the Premier League for the first time since April. The victory follows a three-game winning streak that includes a win over second-place Arsenal, narrowing the gap in a tightening title race.
Jun 18
Oilers edge Ducks 4-3 in playoff opener as Draisaitl returns
Jun 18
76ers Even Series With Game 2 Victory in Boston
Jun 18
Alabama extends DeBoer's contract to $87.5M over seven years
Jun 18
Johnson wins NBA Sixth Man of the Year award
Jun 18
Local Business
Read Section →Social Security Trust Fund Faces 2033 Depletion, Trustees Report Shows
Social Security trustees project the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund will deplete its reserves in 2033, matching last year's timeline. The separate Disability Insurance Trust Fund is expected to remain solvent.
Jun 18
Rare Earth Metals Company Plans South Carolina Manufacturing Plant
Jun 18
Financial Instability Indicators Emerge, Sparking Concern
Jun 18
U.S. Gas Prices Reach New Yearly High of $4.23 a Gallon
Jun 18
Oil Prices Rise Above $120 Amid Iran Blockade Concerns
Jun 18
Daily Fun
Read Section →Homeowner Learns HOA Has No Authority Over His Emotions, Proceeds Accordingly
A Florida man's battle with his homeowners association over lawn height took an unexpected turn when he discovered a loophole nobody anticipated.
Jun 18
The Ichetucknee Spring Run: Why Your Instagram Photos Are Lying to You
Jun 18
The Librarian Who Said No (And Actually Changed Something)
Jun 18
Mercury's Mischief Monday: The Universe Pulls a Prank on Your Best Intentions
Jun 18
The Concert Venue Bathroom Situation Is Officially Out of Control and Nobody's Talking About It
Jun 18
Columnists
Read Section →The Affirmation That Actually Works Starts with Saying No
Most affirmations fail because they ask you to believe something you don't. Here's the one that changes everything—and why it works backward from what you'd expect.
Jun 18
Why We Keep Memorizing the Wrong Poems (And How to Fix It)
Jun 18
The Dangerous Comfort of the Unfinished Sentence
Jun 18
The Fed Just Bet Everything on a Soft Landing That Nobody Believes Anymore
Jun 18
Stop Asking Dancers to Smile and Start Asking Why We Deserve Serious Art
Jun 18
State News
Read Section →Trump Administration Orders Census Bureau to Eliminate Statistical Privacy Methods
The Trump administration has directed the Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis to stop using statistical noise—techniques that obscure individual data to protect privacy—when publishing survey results. Officials say the methods introduce inaccuracies; critics warn the change could limit available public data.
Jun 18
U.S. and Israeli strikes degrade Iran's military; administration claims strategic goals met
Jun 18
Trump Backs Republican Fund for January 6 Defendants, With Conditions
Jun 18
Police Launch Investigation Into Officer's Use of AI to Generate Evidence
Jun 18
Trump Cancels Iran Strikes, Says Diplomatic Resolution Possible
Jun 18
National
Read Section →U.S. and Iran Reach Deal to End Conflict and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran announced an agreement to end their conflict and restore shipping access through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global energy markets. The deal addresses immediate hostilities but leaves several core disputes for future negotiations.
Jun 18
Britain will prohibit social media use for children under 16
Jun 18
Trump speaks with both Putin and Zelenskyy as Ukraine war intensifies
Jun 18
MP Plans New Push for Assisted Dying Bill in Parliament
Jun 18
Trump and Pakistani Premier Announce U.S.-Iran Peace Agreement
Jun 18
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