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Sunday, June 28, 2026 · St. Pete Beach
Newsom Says Trump Administration Using DOJ to Investigate Him and Wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Trump administration is directing the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife. He did not specify which investigations he referenced or provide supporting documentation.
U.S. and Iran Reach Initial Agreement to End Conflict and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran announced an initial agreement to end their conflict and restore shipping through a critical waterway. Negotiators deferred resolution of several contentious matters to future talks.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Supreme Court Ruling on Pay Discrimination Led Congress to Pass New Law
After the Supreme Court ruled against Lilly Ledbetter in a pay discrimination case, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote a dissent that caught Congress's attention. Two years later, lawmakers passed legislation named after Ledbetter that rewrote the rules on when workers can sue over unequal pay.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
U.S. and Iran Agree to Framework Deal to End War and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran have reached a framework agreement to end their conflict and restore shipping through a critical global waterway. Both sides plan to sign the deal Friday.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
U.S. and Iran reach agreement to end conflict; Trump halts naval blockade
The United States and Iran have reached a deal to end their conflict, according to Pakistani officials mediating the agreement. President Trump ordered a halt to the U.S. naval blockade as part of the arrangement.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Nara Organics Recalls Baby Formula Tied to Multistate Botulism Cases
Nara Organics initiated a nationwide recall of its organic baby formula Saturday following reports of infant botulism cases across multiple states. The formula, sold through Target stores and online retailers, prompted action from federal health authorities.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Trump Administration and Iran Sign Electronic Memorandum of Understanding
U.S. officials announced that President Trump and an Iranian negotiator signed a memorandum of understanding electronically. The agreement includes commitments to cease hostilities and reopen a key shipping corridor, though full details remain unclear.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Trump announces agreement to end U.S.-Iran conflict
President Donald Trump announced that a deal has been reached to end the conflict between the United States and Iran, though he did not disclose details of the agreement.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Federal Investigators Allege Plot to Attack White House UFC Event with Explosives
Federal authorities have detailed an alleged plot to attack a UFC event at the White House with explosive drones. Investigators identified multiple suspects involved in the planning of the operation, which reportedly targeted lawmakers with perceived ties to Israel.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil refinery southeast of Moscow
Ukraine launched almost 200 drones in one of its largest attacks on Russian territory, striking an oil refinery and shopping center southeast of Moscow. Residents in the area reported black rain falling after the strikes.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Gaza death toll reaches 73,000 as military operations continue amid ceasefire
Palestinian officials report the death toll in Gaza has exceeded 73,000 as Israeli military operations persist. Israel says it targets Hamas militants and responds to ceasefire violations, including attacks from armed groups.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Primary Care Doctors Voice Concerns About Telehealth Companies' Role in Obesity Drug Prescribing
Primary care doctors have expressed concerns about telehealth companies' expanding role in prescribing obesity medications, citing potential conflicts between providing medical care and controlling drug costs. Insurance companies increasingly require patients to use specific telehealth platforms before approving prescriptions for GLP-1 drugs.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
GOP Strategist Describes Friction Between Trump and Congressional Republicans
A Republican strategist described strains between President Trump and GOP members of Congress over the direction of the party. Doug Heye characterized Trump's approach to Republican leadership as seeking significant authority in party decisions.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Trump Lauds Potential Iran Deal Amid GOP Concerns
Former President Donald Trump has characterized a potential agreement with Iran as a win for the U.S. This assessment comes as Republican lawmakers express varying perspectives on the proposed deal.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Ceasefire Leaves Iran and U.S. at Standoff After Escalation
A ceasefire agreement has halted fighting between Iran and the United States and restored access to a critical shipping lane. The accord returns both sides to their positions before the conflict began, though thousands died in the exchange.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Trump Nominates James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for Southern District of New York
President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he will nominate James M. McDonald, one of his personal attorneys, to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. The position oversees federal prosecutions in Manhattan, the Bronx, and several surrounding counties.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Trump's Support Among Independents Declines Across Multiple Polls
Recent polling data shows former President Donald Trump has lost ground with independent voters across multiple surveys. The decline marks a notable shift in a demographic group that has shaped recent electoral outcomes.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Journalist traces dismantling of Black-owned medical institutions across the South
Investigative journalist Nicole Carr examines how Black physicians built hospitals, clinics and medical schools across the South a century ago, only to watch them dismantled through segregation and policy. Her book traces that history through her own family's experience.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Trump Shifts Attention to Ukraine as Iran Conflict Recedes
President Donald Trump has begun prioritizing efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, signaling that his administration views the Iran situation as moving into the background of its foreign policy agenda.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
U.S. Officials Outline Iran Nuclear Deal Framework, Leaving Key Details Unresolved
U.S. officials say a potential agreement with Iran would require the destruction of its enriched uranium, though negotiators have not yet finalized how that process would work or how inspectors would verify compliance.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Trump announces Sunday signing of US-Iran deal; Tehran disputes timeline
President Trump stated a US-Iran deal would be signed Sunday, but Iranian officials contradicted the timeline, saying they have not confirmed an exact date.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Extreme heat, storms threaten millions ahead of summer's official start
Much of the United States faces dangerous weather conditions days before summer officially begins. Meteorologists warn of extreme heat, severe thunderstorms and flash flooding affecting tens of millions of people this weekend.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Consumer Reports Finds Uber and Lyft Customers Quoted Different Fares for Identical Rides
A Consumer Reports investigation discovered that Uber and Lyft customers receive different price quotes when booking the same route at the same time. The findings prompt questions about whether the companies employ personalized pricing strategies tied to customer information.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Mangione Defense Team Returns to Court as Donations Reach $1.5 Million
Luigi Mangione's legal team appears in New York court this week for a pretrial hearing. Defense supporters have contributed $1.5 million to his legal fund, while prosecutors have charged him with the death of insurance executive Brian Thompson.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
BBC Investigation Links Russian Actors to Arson Attacks Against British Prime Minister
A BBC investigation found evidence that Russian operatives directed arson attacks targeting the British prime minister and simultaneously used fake social media accounts to inflame tensions between far-right and Muslim communities.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
McConnell Hospitalized in Kentucky
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., entered a hospital on Sunday, his office announced. His spokesperson provided no information about his medical condition or expected length of stay.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Governments Move to Ban Social Media for Young Users, But Experts Question Long-Term Impact
Several countries are implementing outright bans on social media access for minors. Technology analysts say the approach addresses real harms but leaves fundamental questions about implementation unresolved.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Iran and U.S. Announce Tentative Deal to End Conflict, Details Remain Undisclosed
Iran and the United States announced a tentative agreement aimed at ending their conflict, with officials from both countries characterizing the deal as a success. The two nations have not yet disclosed what the agreement contains.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
U.S. Economy Outpaces Global Peers Despite Shared Challenges
The U.S. economy has grown faster than many international counterparts even as all face similar global disruptions. Economists cite several factors unique to America's economic structure as drivers of the outperformance.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
UK to announce social media restrictions for children, PM says
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government will announce new restrictions on social media use by children Monday, characterizing the move as necessary action against a system he believes has let down young people.
Sunday, June 28, 2026