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Jun 15, 2026

Summary

President Trump highlights a new Iran peace deal at the G7 summit in France, while Ukraine and Moldova officially begin EU membership negotiations. California Governor Gavin Newsom alleges a Trump-ordered federal investigation into his campaign. Meanwhile, extreme heat impacts the Pacific Northwest, global stocks rally, and a White House UFC event concludes as a one-off. In science news, researchers shift focus to transparent fish for brain studies, and a rare Emily Bronte first edition goes to auction.

Topics discussed

Trump touts Iran peace deal at G7 summit Ukraine and Moldova begin EU membership talks Newsom claims Trump ordered DOJ investigation Heat advisory impacts Pacific Northwest homeless Global stock markets rally UFC CEO on White House fight event success Brain research shifts from fruit flies to fish Rare Wuthering Heights edition up for auction
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