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★ Lead story · Jun 1

WATCH: Celebrating Marilyn Monroe on her 100th birthday

ABC News' Danny New honors Marilyn Monroe's glamorous career and storied love life on what would've been her 100th birthday.

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ABC News81

Jun 1

WATCH: Preview of 'History's Greatest Machines'

"GMA" shares a sneak peek at the new series exploring some of the most innovative and influential machines ever created.

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ABC News74

Jun 2

Usha Vance says Supreme Court, federal judges should be treated with 'respect'

The second lady said she has been surprised by Trump's sense of humor.

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BBC News73

Jun 1

Trump inserts himself into the centre of America's 250th birthday celebrations

Instead of a uniting event, America's Independence Day celebrations are becoming yet another partisan battleground.

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BBC News73

May 31

Between celebration and confrontation: Paris after PSG victory

Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final.

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NPR72

Jun 1

Violent clashes give way to peaceful PSG parade after Champions League win

A huge crowd of supporters gathered peacefully near the Eiffel Tower on Sunday to celebrate Paris Saint-Germain's victory, which was marred by violent clashes overnight that led police to detain…

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ABC News70

Jun 2

WATCH: Dotcakes’ creators share secrets of the viral trend

Alex and Sondra Posner, owners of “The Dotcakes” bakery, share tips for creating the perfect treat.

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BBC News67

Jun 1

Marilyn Monroe 'lookalikes' gather to celebrate her 100th birthday

Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.

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ABC News65

Jun 2

WATCH: 'Stanley Pup' brings fun as Stanley Cup Final begins

ABC News' Danny New goes behind the scenes of an event that combines hockey and adoptable dogs.

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BBC News65

Jun 1

France seized sanctioned Russian oil tanker with UK help, Macron says

A British helicopter provided support during the operation on Sunday, the UK ministry of defence says.

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Al Jazeera64

Jun 1

Israel bombs a beloved Lebanese landmark, chef Husen Fayad’s restaurant

Israel destroyed Arch Almoulouk, a resort and restaurant owned by famous Lebanese chef Husen Fayad in Wadi al-Hujeir.

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ABC News62

May 31

Trump to headline 250th celebration on National Mall after several artists back out

Martina McBride, Bret Michaels, Young MC and more said they won't perform.

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ABC News62

May 30

WATCH: Wedding crashers welcome? Couples invite strangers to the big day

Karina and Jeff Besen, founders of “Not a Wedding Crasher,” join ABC News to explain how their platform connects couples with strangers willing to attend weddings as invited guests.

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The Guardian61

Jun 2

Trump taps ally Bill Pulte to serve as top intelligence chief

US president says head of Federal Housing Finance Agency will serve as acting director days after Gabbard exits role Donald Trump has tapped a close ally to serve as the country’s top intelligence…

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BBC News61

Jun 2

AI giant Anthropic plans to sell shares in US as valuation nears $1tn

The AI company behind Claude is set to offer the public the chance to buy and sell shares in the firm later this year.

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BBC News61

Jun 2

Steph Curry signs with Chinese brand after Under Armour split

Chinese firms have been vying to secure deals with big stars as they push to become global brands.

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ABC News61

Jun 1

WATCH: Hundreds arrested in violent clashes after Champions League win

Fans of Paris Saint-Germain celebrated a remarkable win before chaos on the streets of France erupted with hundreds arrested for rioting, vandalizing and setting fires.

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DW61

Jun 1

How China keeps North Korea's economy alive

Pyongyang relies on China for 95% of its legitimate trade; hacking, arms deals and remittances also help it stay afloat.

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ABC News60

Jun 2

WATCH: Hurricanes, Golden Knights face off in Stanley Cup finals

The Carolina Hurricanes and the Las Vegas Golden Knights will play for the NHL title in a best of seven series.

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BBC News60

Jun 2

Clashes continue in Lebanon despite Israel and Hezbollah accepting US partial ceasefire plan

A cessation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah is seen as crucial to the peace process with Iran.

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The Guardian60

Jun 1

Australia’s 178 billionaires are $25.7bn richer than last year as 3.7 million live in poverty

Oxfam finds the 20 richest Australians now hold more wealth than the bottom 3 million households, analysis shows Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The wealth of Australia’s…

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BBC News60

May 31

'Cancel it', Trump says after artists drop out of US Freedom 250 festival

Trump suggests holding a "Make America Great Again" rally instead after most headliners drop out of White-House-linked event.

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DW60

May 31

Shangri-La conference: Asia-Pacific on path to rearmament

Military budgets are rising worldwide. At the security conference in Singapore, the focus was also on achieving greater security through more weapons — as the growing rivalry between the US and China…

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ABC News59

Jun 2

WATCH: Countdown to NBA Finals

The New York Knicks are in the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years and will take on Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.

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ABC News59

Jun 1

WATCH: Marilyn Monroe's lasting impact on Hollywood

A new biography, "I Wanna Be Loved By You: Marilyn Monroe – A Life in 100 Takes," offers a fresh look at the life and legacy of Marilyn Monroe on what would have been her 100th birthday.

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ABC News59

Jun 1

WATCH: America Strong: When most are slowing down, he's just getting started!

90-year-old Bill Schwarz runs his very first marathon in San Diego.

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The Guardian59

Jun 1

‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa?

As Trump’s approval ratings dip and gas prices rise, Democrats see an opening with Rob Sand Rob Sand, the best-known Democrat in Iowa, appears on podcasts to discuss his love of hunting, begins…

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The Guardian59

Jun 1

Labor to highlight ‘risk’ of One Nation to cost of living in bid to dent Pauline Hanson’s popularity

Labor MP Mike Freelander says party must continue to help under-pressure workers, including considering further income tax cuts Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Labor will…

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The Guardian58

Jun 1

Colombia’s far-right presidential candidate De la Espriella wins first round of vote ahead of runoff

Lawyer and Trump admirer has risen rapidly in the polls and will face Iván Cepeda in election runoff in three weeks The far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella won the first round of Colombia’s…

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ABC News58

May 29

WATCH: Innovative strategies the wine industry is using to adjust to climate change

Anthropogenic, or human-caused, climate change is causing the wine industry to change course.

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The Guardian57

Jun 2

Voters cast ballots in several states as California governor primary goes down to the wire – live

California voters must decide top two candidates to advance in governor’s race; Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, South Dakota and New Mexico also hold primaries Sign up for the Breaking News US email…

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BBC News57

Jun 2

Australian ex-minister launches crowd-funded inquiry into Aukus submarine deal

Inquiry will look at whether Australia will receive the submarines and whether it will make the country safer.

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BBC News57

Jun 1

How health workers in DR Congo are treating Ebola and staying safe

There are currently no approved drugs that target Bundibugyo - the species of Ebola responsible for this outbreak.

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BBC News57

Jun 1

Trump administration will abide by ruling halting $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund

The justice department says it "disagrees strongly" with a court decision to halt the establishment of the fund.

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Al Jazeera57

Jun 1

Vinicius brings Maracana curtain-raiser to life as Brazil rout Panama 6-2

Christian Pulisic breaks goal drought as US beat Senegal 3-2 in international friendly ahead of World Cup.

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BBC News57

May 30

Trump's doctor says he's in excellent health - but are US presidents' health checks a PR exercise?

Every president in modern history - including Donald Trump this week - has taken an annual physical exam that is as much about messaging as it is about health.

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ABC News57

May 29

Trump says 'no interest' in Kennedy Center overhaul after judge's ruling 

The judge ruled the Kennedy Center can't be officially named for anyone else unless Congress approves it.

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The Guardian56

Jun 1

How Miami taxpayers could be left holding a $400m bill for luxury real estate

Miami-Dade county officials agreed to pay HRP Group more than double the price for land on Fisher Island to protect fuel depot used by the cruise industry A three-way tug-of-war erupted in recent…

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NPR56

Jun 1

Is bovine colostrum really 'liquid gold' for gut health?

Baby calves rely on it to build up their immune systems and gut. And now marketers are promoting it for humans. Here's what scientists say.

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The Guardian55

Jun 2

Labour figures who wrote competing ‘manifestos’ join forces to warn against tribalism

Mathew Lawrence and Mark McVitie, previously seen as favouring Burnham and Streeting respectively, say change of direction is needed UK politics live – latest updates Two of Labour’s leading policy…

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The Guardian55

Jun 2

Democrats oppose Trump officials’ effort to include crypto in 401(k) plans

Change backed by labor department would expose workers to greater financial risk, letter shared with Guardian says Congressional Democrats are strongly opposing a US Department of Labor proposal that…

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ABC News55

Jun 1

Laos cave rescue workers report 'knocking sound' in search for last 2 missing people

Rescue workers searching flooded caves in Laos reported hearing "a knocking sound" from inside the system as they sought to extricate two people.

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NPR55

Jun 1

Right-wing candidate pulls ahead in first round of Colombia's presidential vote

Tough-on-crime outsider Aberaldo de la Espriella took the lead in Colombia's presidential race on Sunday night, setting up a runoff with Iván Cepeda, an ally of outgoing President Gustavo Petro.

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ABC News55

Jun 1

Kelly Curtis dies at 69: Jamie Lee Curtis remembers her 'first friend'

The Oscar winner said her older sister died Saturday.

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