THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 162 • Updated Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 05:36 AM UTC

US and Iran exchange strikes as Middle East tensions escalate

Hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have escalated, with Iran retaliating against U.S. air and cruise missile strikes. The US launched a second day of strikes on Iran, which fired back at Gulf states and Jordan.

Sources: AP News


Knicks complete record NBA Finals comeback from 29 points down

The New York Knicks made a record comeback from 29 points down to beat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, taking a 3-1 series lead.

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Trump claims he loves inflation amid rising costs

President Donald Trump has a surprising take on a new report showing inflation spiking to its highest level in three years, saying 'I love the inflation.'

Sources: AP News


World Cup 2026 kicks off with expanded 48-team tournament

The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins with a supersized format featuring 48 teams. FIFA defends ticket prices and says fans 'should chill' about a referee denied US entry.

Sources: AP News


Patrick Mahomes signs $504.75M contract extension through 2033

The Kansas City Chiefs locked in quarterback Patrick Mahomes through 2033 with a reworked deal worth $504.75 million, according to an AP source.

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Amnesty accuses Israel of 'ethnic cleansing' in West Bank

Amnesty International accused Israel's government of 'ethnic cleansing' of Palestinians from the West Bank, amid ongoing tensions.

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Southern Baptists vote to advance ban on churches with women pastors

The Southern Baptist Convention voted to advance a formal ban on churches that have women pastors, a significant policy move.

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Pope Leo XIV visits Barcelona, honors Sagrada Familia on Gaudí centenary

Pope Leo XIV visited Barcelona, honoring the Sagrada Familia as a masterpiece and celebrating the centenary of architect Antoni Gaudí.

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Canada seeks to ban social media accounts for children under 16

Canada announced plans to ban social media accounts for children under 16, joining a growing global effort to protect minors online.

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Taylor Swift attends Knicks game, performs duet at 'Toy Story 5' premiere

Taylor Swift attended the Knicks' record-breaking NBA Finals game and performed a duet with Randy Newman at the 'Toy Story 5' LA premiere.

Sources: AP News