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Australia’s Albanese, China’s Li to discuss trade, jailed writer
Bryson DeChambeau holds nerve to win U.S. Open
Poised to end a decade-long major drought, McIlroy collapsed at the finish with bogey’s on three of his final four holes, including a heart-breaker at the 18th where he missed from inside four feet. Read more
Biden slams Supreme Court at $30M fundraiser with Obama
Biden, a Democrat who has frequently denounced specific decisions but resisted a full-throated attack on the court itself, said on Saturday “the Supreme Court has never been as out of kilter as it is today.” Read more
‘Inside Out 2’ domestic box office debuts at $155M
The Friday through Sunday tally topped the $82.5 million brought in by “Dune: Part Two” in March. Read more
Adidas investigates bribery allegations in China
Adidas confirmed that it had received an anonymous letter on June 7 indicating potential compliance violations in China. The German sportswear company said it was investigating this matter together with external legal counsel. Read more
9 wounded including kids in Detroit water park shooting
Authorities called the incident random gunfire and said they cornered the suspect in a house nearby, where he died after shooting himself. Read more
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Ukraine summit sees hard road to peace as way forward uncertain
Over 90 countries attended the two-day talks at a Swiss Alpine resort at the behest of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, billed as a “peace summit” even though Moscow was not invited. Read more
Group of hikers rescued from trail above Manoa Falls
One hiker was reportedly separated from the group of seven hikers but was able to find his way to the trailhead. HFD said six other hikers were unable to descend the trail on their own. Read more
Man in critical condition after stabbing in Keeaumoku area
The man was provided advanced medical care in the 700 block of Keeaumoku Street, according to a Honolulu Emergency Medical Services report. Read more
Honolulu police seek 2 suspects in burglary of Ewa Beach businesses
Anyone with information about the burglary is asked to call CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300. Read more
Princess Kate makes first public appearance since cancer diagnosis
She is still undergoing treatment, but her improved health meant she was able to appear in public for the first time since December. Read more
Women bypass Florida’s 6 week abortion ban through telehealth, mail, travel
While some women are traveling, others are using telehealth appointments with out-of-state doctors to obtain abortion-inducing medication. Read more
Sen. Chuck Grassley launches new probe into Boeing, FAA
The probe is the latest in a series of investigations by lawmakers since a door panel blew out during a Jan. 5 flight on a new Alaska Airlines MAX 9, forcing pilots to make an emergency landing. Read more
China’s Premier Li arrives in Australia, says ties ‘back on track’
Australia is the biggest supplier of iron ore to China, which has been an investor in Australian mining projects. Read more
Charles Barkley to retire from TV after 2024-25 season
Barkley said he isn’t interested in moving to other networks. Read more
Trump, Biden and CNN prepare for hostile debate
The first presidential debate of the 2024 cycle is less than two weeks away, and both campaigns are racing to prepare. Read more
World leaders join Ukraine summit in test of Kyiv’s peace push
President Joe Biden sent Vice President Kamala Harris to represent him — a decision that had riled Kyiv. Read more
Hamas claims credit as 8 Israeli soldiers killed in explosion
The eight soldiers, who belonged to the military’s engineering corps, were riding in an armored vehicle when the blast occurred, the military said. Read more
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