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Jun 12, 2026

Summary

SpaceX made history with the largest IPO ever, boosting Elon Musk’s wealth despite recent losses. A federal judge blocked the Justice Department’s anti-weaponization fund, demanding formal proof of its cancellation. Meanwhile, Ebola spreads in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Midwest storms cause widespread damage. The Detroit-Windsor bridge opening is delayed due to trade tensions, and artist David Hockney has died at 88.

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SpaceX IPO debut and Elon Musk's wealth Judge blocks DOJ anti-weaponization fund Ebola outbreak spreads in Eastern DRC Wall Street markets update Midwest storm cleanup and tornado damage Detroit-Windsor bridge opening postponed Artist David Hockney dies at 88 Mint Mobile advertisement
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