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Jun 16, 2026

Summary

President Trump heads to the G7 Summit in France, highlighting a new peace deal with Iran intended to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, eight people died when a B-52 bomber crashed during a test mission at Edwards Air Force Base. In business news, SpaceX shares surged following its record-breaking IPO, and global stock markets rallied. The episode also covers Britain’s plan to ban social media for minors, rising tick bite risks, and Iran’s World Cup match.

Topics discussed

Trump touts Iran peace deal at G7 Summit B-52 bomber crash kills eight in California SpaceX shares soar after record-breaking IPO Global stock markets rally worldwide UK bans social media for under-16s CDC warns of spike in tick bites Iran vs New Zealand World Cup match
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