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The US military reports striking an Iran-bound oil tanker and Iran's Qeshm island, while Iran claims to have conducted retaliatory strikes against US positions in Bahrain. Kuwait reports intercepting missile and drone attacks amid the escalating conflict. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated that Iran has agreed to discuss previously off-limits aspects of its nuclear program as talks continue.

The US military struck an Iran-bound oil tanker, stating the vessel's engine room was hit after the crew ignored repeated warnings. US Secretary of State Rubio indicated that sanctions on Iran would only be lifted if Iran abandons its enriched uranium program. Military actions have expanded to include US strikes on Iran's Qeshm island and reported Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain.

Kuwait has suspended commercial flights and reports intercepting missiles and drones after what it describes as hostile drone attacks that wounded people at the country's airport. The US military says it struck an Iran-bound oil tanker's engine room after the crew ignored repeated warnings. Explosion-like sounds have been reported near Iran's Qeshm island, with some sources indicating US strikes in the area.

Iranian drones attacked Kuwait's main airport, killing one Indian national and wounding dozens, forcing a brief shutdown of the facility. The US military reported firing a missile at an Iran-bound oil tanker after the crew ignored repeated warnings, hitting the vessel's engine room. These incidents occur amid broader tensions between Iran and the United States, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressing cautious optimism about potential nuclear negotiations despite congressional skepticism.

Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine involving missiles and drones that struck multiple districts in Kyiv. The attacks resulted in casualties and widespread damage across eight districts of the Ukrainian capital. Ukrainian officials reported that Russia deployed 73 missiles and 656 drones in the assault.

The Supreme Court rejected a lower court ruling and allowed Alabama to use a congressional voting map that had previously been challenged. The lower court had found that the map discriminated against Black voters on the basis of race. The map is considered to favor Republican candidates in elections.

Ukraine conducted drone attacks targeting Russian territory, including the Leningrad region near St. Petersburg, with Russia reporting it intercepted hundreds of drones. Russia simultaneously launched extensive strikes against Ukraine involving 73 missiles and 656 drones, killing at least 17 people according to Ukrainian officials. A separate Ukrainian drone attack in Russian-controlled Donetsk territory killed 7 people when it struck a bus traveling between Moscow and Simferopol.

Kuwait's main airport was attacked by Iranian drones, resulting in one death and dozens of injuries, leading to a temporary closure of the facility. The attack caused heavy damage to a terminal building and prompted Kuwait to intercept incoming missiles and drones. Civil aviation authorities announced the airport would partially reopen with limited Kuwait Airways flights resuming.

Businessman Zach Lahn defeated President Trump's endorsed candidate in Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary, representing a rare electoral setback for Trump. Trump confirmed reports that he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'crazy' and criticized Israel's military actions against Hezbollah. A proposed $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate people the Trump administration deemed were unjustly targeted has been ended.

Ukrainian drones struck oil facilities in St. Petersburg as Vladimir Putin's annual economic forum was taking place in the city. The attacks targeted oil storage facilities and an oil export terminal. The drone strikes occurred shortly before or during the opening of Putin's flagship economic event.

Primary elections were held on Tuesday across six US states: California, Iowa, New Jersey, New Mexico, South Dakota, and Montana. Karen Bass advanced to a November runoff in her bid for reelection as Los Angeles mayor. In Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary, farmer Zach Lahn defeated Trump-endorsed Representative Randy Feenstra in an upset victory.

President Trump signed an executive order regarding artificial intelligence oversight. The order requests that AI developers voluntarily submit their models to the federal government for security review. The measure asks companies to provide the government with early access to AI systems before public release.

Eighteen-year-old Henry Nowak died from stab wounds while handcuffed by police, with footage showing him saying 'I can't breathe' during the incident. An independent investigation is ongoing into the police response to the fatal attack. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said he 'felt sick' watching the released police footage and stated that serious questions about police decision-making must be addressed.

Six people were killed in a shooting incident in Iowa. Four of the victims were students and employees of a local school district. Authorities have confirmed the deaths and are investigating the incident.

The Trump administration announced it is scrapping plans for an approximately $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate allies who claim to have been politically prosecuted. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the decision following widespread political backlash and court setbacks. The move comes after facing opposition from Republican senators who expressed concerns about the fund.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced that the Justice Department will not move forward with President Trump's nearly $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund. The decision comes after a court ruling and significant opposition from Republican lawmakers. The fund was intended to compensate alleged victims of unfair prosecution.

Voters in six US states - California, Iowa, New Jersey, New Mexico, South Dakota, and Montana - cast ballots in primary elections on Tuesday. Key races include the California governor primary with candidates from both parties seeking to replace Governor Gavin Newsom, and the Los Angeles mayoral race where incumbent Karen Bass seeks reelection. Other notable contests include Democratic primaries for US House seats in New Jersey and US Senate in Iowa.

Two scientists at a U.S. government laboratory have been charged with smuggling vials of deactivated mpox virus into the United States from Africa. The charges also include lying to authorities during interviews with investigators at a Michigan airport. The announcement of these charges was made by authorities on Tuesday.

Multiple violent incidents occurred across different US states, including a murder-suicide in one location, a shooting spree in Iowa that killed six people, and various other violent crimes. Several incidents involved domestic disputes and resulted in the perpetrators taking their own lives when confronted by law enforcement. A Florida execution was carried out for a 1996 murder case, and a South Carolina store owner was acquitted of murder charges in a self-defense case.

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing a scandal involving reports that he sent sexual text messages to women who were not his wife. Platner has been meeting with Democratic senators in Washington D.C. to address the controversy. The scandal has drawn reactions from sitting Democratic senators, including criticism from Senator John Fetterman who called Platner a 'creep.'

Josh Turek won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Iowa and will face Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson in the general election for the seat being vacated by retiring GOP Sen. Joni Ernst. In Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary, farmer Zach Lahn defeated Trump-endorsed Rep. Randy Feenstra in an upset victory. Primary elections were also held in California, New Jersey, Montana, New Mexico, and South Dakota on Tuesday.

A Norwegian teenager named Johannes Natland is accused of planning to carry out an assassination in the UK on behalf of a Swedish criminal group. The case is currently being heard in court, where prosecutors allege he was in the UK specifically to undertake a shooting. The trial is ongoing with details of the alleged plot being presented to the court.

The Trump administration's Presidential Records Act compliance is being questioned after the Trump library reported no Twitter direct messages could be found despite evidence they were sent. The Pentagon has hired Elias Irizarry, a convicted January 6th rioter who was 19 at the time of the Capitol attack, for a counterterrorism position. A Trump administration payout fund has faced resistance from Republican legislators.

President Trump has appointed Bill Pulte, head of a mortgage regulation agency, to serve as acting director of national intelligence. Pulte will replace Tulsi Gabbard, who is leaving her position as director of national intelligence on June 30. The Trump administration has also hired Elias Irizarry, a convicted January 6 rioter who was 19 at the time of the Capitol attack, for a sensitive counterterrorism position at the Pentagon.

Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner in Maine is facing reports of sending sexual text messages to women who were not his wife, prompting criticism from Sen. John Fetterman who called him a 'creep.' The House Ethics Committee is investigating Democratic Rep. Jimmy Gomez over allegations of sexual misconduct. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has reaffirmed his support for Platner despite the allegations.

California held primary elections with multiple candidates advancing to November runoffs for governor and Los Angeles mayor. In the governor's race, early returns show Democrats Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer, along with Republican candidates, leading among a crowded field to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, a Democrat, has advanced to a November runoff in her reelection bid after surpassing a large field of challengers.

The Australian housing market is experiencing significant stress ahead of the federal budget. Economists are predicting an extended period where home price growth will not exceed general inflation rates. The market appears to be struggling with what some describe as excessive conditions.

Former First Lady Jill Biden is promoting a memoir that addresses her husband's 2024 presidential campaign decisions and the events surrounding his withdrawal from the race. In media appearances, she has discussed her disappointment with Democrats who called for Joe Biden to step aside after his debate performance. Some Democrats have privately criticized the timing of her book tour.

CBS News fired veteran "60 Minutes" correspondent Scott Pelley on Tuesday following a contentious meeting with management. The termination occurred after Pelley clashed with new leadership at the newsmagazine, including criticism of the program's new direction. Pelley had worked at CBS News for nearly 40 years before his dismissal.

The Trump administration is organizing centrally controlled events for America's 250th birthday celebration that include highly visible spectacles and new traditions. Plans include a proposed 250-foot arch with an observation deck in Washington D.C. and a $1.6 million fireworks display for July 4th funded by national parks entry fees, along with a $5 million White House helipad funded by donations.

Scientists are making advances in understanding animal communication patterns, with bioacousticians discovering communication methods previously thought to be unique to humans. A separate scientific survey of the Lisima plateau in Angola's highlands has documented dozens of previously unknown species. These discoveries are challenging existing understanding of both animal communication and biodiversity.

California held primary elections featuring races for governor to replace Gavin Newsom and for Los Angeles mayor. In the gubernatorial race, early returns show Democrats Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer along with a Republican candidate leading the crowded field. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, a Democrat, advanced to a November runoff in her reelection bid after surpassing a large field of contenders.

Sir Alex Younger, former head of MI6, has died at the age of 62. He served as chief of the British intelligence service from 2014 to 2020. Younger had a career in British intelligence spanning almost three decades after joining the service in 1991.

Prime Minister has defended policing practices following criticism from Reform UK leader Nigel Farage over the Nowak case. Farage called for the public to respond with 'pure, cold rage' to police actions in this case. The PM has denied claims of 'two-tier policing' and accused Farage of exploiting the situation.

A new Gallup poll shows that support for same-sex marriage in the United States has plateaued after two decades of growth. Approximately two-thirds of U.S. adults believe same-sex marriage should be legal, representing a slight decline from 71% in 2022 and 2023. The polling data indicates that the previously consistent upward trend in public support has flattened.

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland has won the Democratic nomination for New Mexico governor. She will face Republican Gregg Hull in the November general election. A victory in November would make her the first female Native American to become governor of any U.S. state.

British competition regulators have mandated that Google must allow news publishers to opt out of having their content scraped for AI overviews in search results. The regulation addresses concerns about AI systems using published content without explicit permission from content creators. Google will be required to implement mechanisms for publishers to prevent their content from being used in the company's AI-generated search summaries.

The UK government has pledged £1.3bn towards infrastructure for a Universal theme park project. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the funding commitment. The government contribution is specifically designated for upgrading local infrastructure and transport links rather than the theme park construction itself.

Stephen McCullagh, 36, from Woodland Gardens in Lisburn, has been sentenced to serve at least 31 years in prison for the murder of his pregnant partner Natalie McNally. The case was solved after investigators discovered McCullagh had created a fake YouTube alibi to cover his tracks. McCullagh's deceptive attempt to establish an alibi through fabricated online activity ultimately led to his conviction for the domestic violence murder.

CBS News veteran correspondent Scott Pelley had a contentious meeting with management on Tuesday afternoon regarding his criticism of 60 Minutes' new leadership. The meeting led colleagues to believe Pelley would be fired, according to sources familiar with the matter. CNN reported that Pelley was fired hours after the meeting took place.

Lance Corporal James Stewart Freeman, 29, was killed on Sunday during a joint training exercise with the US in Erbil, Iraq. The incident occurred while British military personnel were conducting training operations in the region. Freeman has been officially named by military authorities as the soldier who died in the exercise.

A Royal Navy helicopter crashed into a field near Okehampton in Devon. The incident resulted in the closure of the A386 road between the A30 and Okehampton. Emergency services responded to the crash scene.

Blake Lively has filed a motion seeking costs, fees and damages from Justin Baldoni related to his dismissed defamation lawsuit against her. Morgan Wallen provided an update to fans about a piano he destroyed during a Denver concert performance when it malfunctioned. The Black Crowes faced audience backlash after Chris Robinson reportedly shut down U.S.A. chants during a Tampa concert, resulting in boos from fans.

A man barricaded himself inside a Chase Bank building in Bakersfield, California on Tuesday. Police confirmed that several people are inside the building with the man. Law enforcement is responding to the ongoing situation.

BBC journalist Matt Chorley apologized for misquoting Reform leader Nigel Farage during a Newsnight broadcast. Chorley stated that he "misremembered" the quote and acknowledged it was "a mistake on my part." The incident involved an inaccurate representation of Farage's words during the BBC program.

Thousands of Lloyds Banking Group customers reported problems with online banking access on Wednesday morning. The outage affected users of Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland banking applications. Customers were unable to access their accounts through the mobile apps and online banking services.