THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 164 • Updated Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 04:31 PM UTC

Elon Musk becomes first trillionaire as SpaceX stock soars in debut

SpaceX stock launched 19.2% higher in its first trading day, making the company worth $2.1 trillion and Elon Musk the first trillionaire.

Sources: AP News


Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center facade after court ruling

The letters spelling out President Donald Trump's name on the Kennedy Center's facade have been removed after a court denied a last-minute move to keep them.

Sources: AP News


US and Iran agree on wording of deal to end war, Pakistan PM says

Momentum for a deal to end the Iran war is growing, with Pakistan's prime minister saying an agreement is closer than ever.

Sources: AP News


US opens World Cup with 4-1 victory over Paraguay, Balogun scores two

The United States men's national team won its home World Cup opener 4-1 against Paraguay, with Folarin Balogun scoring two goals.

Sources: AP News


Senate Democrats block bipartisan bills in hardball approach to counter Trump

Emboldened Senate Democrats are blocking even bipartisan bills as part of a hardball strategy to counter President Trump.

Sources: AP News


Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on White House South Lawn

A judge ruled that President Trump can hold UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend as part of his 80th birthday celebration.

Sources: AP News


Shooter kills 1, injures 10 in Texas days after firing at police

A shooter killed one person and injured 10 others in Texas, days after firing at a police officer.

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Tornadoes in Illinois and Indiana leave residents grappling with damage

Tornadoes in Illinois and Indiana caused significant damage, with cleanup efforts underway.

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SpaceX IPO makes Elon Musk first trillionaire; what $1 trillion looks like

Elon Musk's SpaceX went public, making him the first trillionaire; a breakdown of what $1 trillion means in real terms.

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Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery won't harm competition, DOJ says

The Department of Justice said the proposed merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm competition or consumers.

Sources: AP News