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• The Supreme Court concluded a divisive term marked by several rulings that expanded the executive power of President Donald Trump. • In a 6-3 majority decision, the court ruled that federal courts lack the authority to review the president's decisions regarding the termination of temporary humanitarian protections for people from Haiti and Syria. • This outcome is significant as it effectively removes judicial oversight from specific presidential actions, limiting the ability of courts to challenge executive mandates.

• Virginia has expanded a measles outbreak from Buckingham County to include Cumberland County as of June 25. • Statewide confirmed cases have now reached 129 in 2026, prompting the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) to issue guidance for residents and visitors. • This expansion indicates a growing public health threat, necessitating increased vigilance and adherence to vaccination and safety protocols.

• The FTSE 100 is expected to open slightly higher today, driven by positive investor sentiment and strong economic performance. • This optimistic outlook follows reports that the UK economy expanded by 0.6% in the first quarter (Q1), exceeding previous expectations. • The growth data provides critical support for the stock market, though analysts predict the index will trade within a narrow range in the short term.

Southern Poverty Law Center releases report as US government pursues federal fraud charges against groupA new report from the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) finds hard-right groups have increasingly expanded their influence across the US government, which is pursuing a federal fraud case into the civil rights organization.Tuesday’s report – which identified 1,263 hate and anti-government groups in operation throughout 2025 – comes less than two months after it was indicted by the government it says the hard right has infiltrated. Continue reading...

• The 2026 FIFA World Cup will expand to a 48-team field, marking the largest tournament in the event's history. • The competition will be joint-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, making it only the second World Cup held across multiple nations. • This expansion necessitates a revised tournament format, including new seeding and group stage structures to accommodate the additional teams.

Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad made a surprise appearance at a performance of Abba VoyageAbba Voyage concerts can be deafening enough. But when the real-life Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad made an appearance in the hall, which was packed with hundreds of schoolchildren, even security staff present were surprised by the din.On Tuesday, at the custom-built Abba Arena in east London, the virtual concert residency launched its expanded education programme, which aims to support young people across the area getting into creative industries. Continue reading...

• The Taliban administration has officially welcomed China's expanded role in managing Afghanistan-related discussions and draft resolutions at the United Nations. • This diplomatic shift indicates a growing reliance on Beijing to mediate Afghanistan's international standing and navigate complex UN processes. • The move is significant as it signals a strategic pivot toward China for legitimacy and political support amidst ongoing global isolation.