A democratic socialist looks poised to become Washington, DC’s next mayor, despite threats from President Donald Trump to federalize the capital city. Returns showed mayoral hopeful Janeese Lewis George at just above 50 percent, with her main rival, former city council member Kenyan McDuffie, at 36 percent, with more than…
Afghan American foster child romps to early lead in race to replace disgraced Eric Swalwell
By NIKKI SCHWAB, CHIEF CAMPAIGN CORRESPONDENT Published: 04:40 BST, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 04:47 BST, 17 June 2026 Eric Swalwell’s replacement in Congress will be a woman. California voters cast ballots Tuesday in a special election to temporarily fill the seat vacated by the disgraced Congressman haunted by allegations of…
Don’t miss the moon lead a dazzling mini ‘planet parade’ on June 17
Look west sky after sunset on June 17 to witness a slender crescent moon gleaming alongside the stars of the Beehive Cluster at the head of a dazzling planetary parade. Mercury‘s steady light will shine low on the western horizon in the glow of the setting sun, as while Jupiter…
Pauline Hanson’s National Press Club speech is sabotaged: Frantic scramble as protest banner appears behind her during biggest speech of her career – as she slams Welcome to Countries and calls for ‘monoculture’
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson used a landmark address to argue Australia’s immigration program has pushed the nation into a state of crisis, while calling for an end to multiculturalism and a return to what she described as a ‘monocultural’ society. Speaking on Wednesday, Senator Hanson claimed Australia’s immigration intake…
Trump’s grip on Georgia SNAPS as billionaire Rick Jackson barrels his way through MAGA in jaw-dropping upset
A billionaire with an inspiring backstory bested President Donald Trump’s pick for Georgia’s next governor. Healthcare executive Rick Jackson beat Georgia’s Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones in the Republican gubernatorial runoff Tuesday night, where he’ll head to the general election to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms. NBC News called the race a…
Watch a fireball burn a 300 mile path above the Midwest US (video)
A dazzling fireball streaked through the skies above the Midwest on June 14, crashing through Earth’s atmosphere at a staggering 56,000 mph (90,123 km.h per hour) before burning up. The fireball first appeared over Tupelo, Mississippi at 11:26 p.m. EDT on June 14 (0326 GMT on June 15). It then…
Scientists found an early depression clue hidden in children’s eyes
A smile. A frown. The facial expressions that capture a child’s attention may reveal important clues about their mental health. New research from Binghamton University, State University of New York, suggests that depression can influence how children respond to emotional faces, including happy and sad expressions. The study also found…
Jeremy Clarkson reveals he has cancer: Tearful presenter shares devastating diagnosis while filming for Clarkson’s Farm
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has been diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ cancer in a devastating clip for his Amazon Prime Video show. The former Top Gear and Grand Tour host shared the news in the final two episodes of the fifth season of Clarkson’s Farm, which were released overnight. The episodes…
Las Vegas oil dynasty steps in to try and save border town’s last casino resort in a race against the clock to secure its future
The last resort standing in a ghost town on the border of Las Vegas has nearly been saved as a gas station tycoon family races to seal the deal. Primm Valley Resorts, the last casino among a trio of gambling halls near the California-Nevada border, was set to close forever on…
The Nikon Z fc has $100 off in this early Amazon Prime Day deal
Ahead of Prime Day 2026, which runs from 23-26 June, Amazon has dropped the Nikon Z fc mirrorless camera to its lowest price of the year. It’s available for $856.95, reduced by $100 from its usual $956.95 MSRP. Get the Nikon Z fc camera on sale right now for $856.95…