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Two fatalities in BASE jumping accident in Utah canyon

A BASE jumping accident in Utah resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including extreme athlete Andy Lewis, known for his performance with Madonna at the 2012 Super Bowl. The incident occurred at Mineral Bottom, and while the sheriff's office confirmed the fatalities, further details about the accident have not been disclosed. BASE jumping is recognized as a highly dangerous sport, with risks significantly greater than those of skydiving.

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New York Times — World

Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv Damaged by Russian Strikes

On June 15, 2026, the Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv sustained damage due to missile and drone strikes linked to Russia. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict in the region.

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Guardian — US

B-52 Bomber Crashes After Takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base

A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday morning. The crash occurred at around 11:20 AM, and emergency crews responded to the incident. No information about injuries has been reported.

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Washington Examiner

America250 Reveals Artifacts for Time Capsule to Be Buried in Philadelphia

America250 has announced the artifacts that will be included in a time capsule to be buried in Philadelphia's Independence National Historical Park on July 4, 2026. The capsule will contain items representing all 50 states and various organizations, including a diamond from Arkansas, a whale bone from Maine, and contributions from cultural institutions like the Smithsonian and the Supreme Court.

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The Hill

B-52 Stratofortress Crashes After Takeoff from California Air Base

A B-52 Stratofortress of the U.S. Air Force crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on June 15 at 11:20 a.m. local time. The incident's cause and details about any casualties have not yet been disclosed.

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Deutsche Welle

EU Begins Accession Negotiations with Ukraine

The European Union has started the first stage of accession negotiations with Ukraine, a process that was delayed by two years. The delay was linked to former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's opposition before his recent election loss.

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Washington Examiner

B-52 Stratofortress Crashes at Edwards Air Force Base

A B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California at approximately 11:20 a.m. local time. Emergency crews are on the scene, and additional details will be released as they become available.

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Al Jazeera English

Dutch Court Sentences Syrian National to 26 Years for Torture

A Dutch court has sentenced a Syrian man to 26 years in prison for torture related to the regime of Bashar al-Assad. This case is part of a series of legal actions in Europe against Syrians since the onset of the civil war in 2011.

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Mother Jones

Homicide Ruling in Death of Haitian Asylum Seeker Daphy Michel

Daphy Michel, a 31-year-old Haitian asylum seeker, died of hypothermia at a Pittsburgh bus stop three days after being released from ICE custody. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner's office ruled her death a homicide, citing her vulnerability due to mental health issues and a language barrier. Advocates are calling for accountability from ICE, while the agency denies responsibility for her death.

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Fox News — Latest

B-52 Bomber Crashes After Takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday at 11:20 a.m. Emergency crews are on the scene, and it is currently unknown if there were any injuries.

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PBS NewsHour

Tentative agreement reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

A tentative agreement to end the conflict in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz has been announced. Experts suggest that oil flow through this critical shipping route may take weeks or months to normalize.

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Al Jazeera English

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visits damaged Kyiv cathedral

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited a landmark cathedral in Kyiv that was damaged by missile and drone strikes from Russia. The visit highlights the ongoing impact of the conflict on cultural sites in Ukraine.

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New York Times — World

U.S. and Iran Sign Preliminary Agreement Regarding Strait of Hormuz

A preliminary agreement was signed on June 15, 2026, by President Trump and Iran’s lead negotiator, aimed at opening the Strait of Hormuz. The details of the agreement remain undisclosed, with significant disagreements postponed for later negotiations.

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