THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 165 • Updated Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 08:30 PM UTC

New York Knicks win NBA championship after 53 years

The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5. Celebrations in New York were marred by violence, including a shooting in Times Square.

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Trump celebrates 80th birthday with UFC cage fight at White House

President Donald Trump hosted a UFC cage-fighting event at the White House for his 80th birthday and the nation's 250th anniversary, marking an unprecedented spectacle.

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Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut, complicating Iran ceasefire deal

The Israeli military launched strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut, potentially disrupting efforts to finalize a deal to end the U.S.-Iran war.

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12 dead in Missouri plane crash during skydiving outing

A plane carrying skydivers crashed in Missouri, killing all 12 people on board, authorities said.

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Somali World Cup referee denied entry to US, will still receive full FIFA fee

Referee Omar Artan, denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, will be paid his full tournament fee by FIFA.

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SpaceX stock soars, making Elon Musk the first trillionaire

SpaceX's Wall Street debut propelled Elon Musk to become the world's first trillionaire, as the company's valuation skyrocketed.

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OpenAI hit with multistate probe into possible user harm ahead of IPO

OpenAI faces a multistate investigation into potential user harm as the company prepares for its initial public offering.

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Palestinian death toll in Gaza tops 73,000 amid Israeli strikes despite ceasefire

The Palestinian death toll in Gaza has exceeded 73,000 as Israel continues strikes, despite a ceasefire agreement.

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Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame at 36

Taylor Swift made history as the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36.

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David Hockney, iconic British artist, dies at 88

David Hockney, known for his colorful landscapes and pool scenes, passed away at 88, leaving a lasting legacy in modern art.

Sources: AP News