06/20/2026

Minnesota man pleads guilty to killing state House Democratic leader and her husband

A Minnesota man entered a guilty plea Thursday to murder charges after posing as a police officer and fatally shooting the top Democrat in the state House and her husband. The plea agreement bars federal prosecutors from seeking the death penalty.

Jun 20

McCaul backs FISA reauthorization despite concerns over Trump's DNI pick

Jun 20

Lakers improve title odds to 35-1 after taking 2-0 series lead against Rockets

The Lakers' 2-0 series lead over Houston has shortened their championship odds to 35-1. Oklahoma City maintains the best odds to win the title.

Jun 20

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 20

Why We Keep Memorizing the Wrong Poems (And How to Fix It)

Jun 20

The Dangerous Comfort of the Unfinished Sentence

Jun 20

The Fed Just Bet Everything on a Soft Landing That Nobody Believes Anymore

Jun 20

Stop Asking Dancers to Smile and Start Asking Why We Deserve Serious Art

Jun 20

Britain will prohibit social media use for children under 16

The British government announced a ban on social media use for anyone under 16, affecting platforms including TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and X. The move positions the U.K. among countries implementing stricter online safety measures for minors.

Jun 20

Congress Allows Surveillance Authority to Expire

Jun 20

U.S. Carries Out Second Day of Airstrikes Against Iran

Jun 20

Surveillance Tool Lapses as Congress Fails to Renew Authority

Jun 20

Trump Says Iran Deal Approved; Tehran Disputes Claim

Jun 20