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June 16, 2026

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In this newsletter, we're looking at:

Prices at the pump
Michael Jackson lawsuit
The screwworm scare

What does the US-Iran deal mean for gas prices?

Gas: Drivers could see more relief at the gas pump after the tentative agreement between the U.S. and Iran, but pre-war prices aren’t coming back overnight. The national average for a gallon of regular is $4.06, per AAA. That's still more than $1 higher than before the war. Read more >

Oil: Petroleum analyst Patrick De Haan said the next few days will be key to see if traffic resumes through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil chokepoint. President Donald Trump said it will be open Friday, but shipping operators say it'll be weeks before tankers return. Details >

G7: The Strait of Hormuz is dominating discussions at the G7 summit in France, where Trump has been celebrating the peace deal between the U.S. and Iran. This comes as the U.S. supply of emergency oil has hit its lowest level since 1983. What to know >

Planned UFC Freedom 250 attacks 'stopped cold': FBI

FBI Director Kash Patel said multiple people are in custody after a potential threat to the White House fight was disrupted. The latest >

Michael Jackson lawsuit heads to trial as credibility battle looms

Michael Jackson: A California judge has set a February 2028 trial date for a civil lawsuit filed by Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who allege Michael Jackson sexually abused them as children. The latest >

Trial: As the case moves toward trial, Brian Oxman, a longtime family friend of the pop star, is questioning the allegations and pointing to the men’s previous denials of abuse. Advocates for abuse survivors say delayed disclosure is common. Read more >

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Luigi Mangione to appear in court

The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is set to appear for a hearing that could clarify the timeline for his murder trial. Updates >

Florida bans rescue pets from states with screwworm cases

Screwworm: Florida is taking steps to keep the New World screwworm out of the state, adopting some of the strictest animal import rules in the U.S. Under the new rule, rescue and shelter animals from states with confirmed screwworm cases are barred from entering Florida. Details >

Response: Florida officials described the emergency measures as an “aggressive” and “evolving” response to the 12 confirmed screwworm cases in the U.S. Florida is among several states imposing restrictions to prevent the parasite’s spread. What to know >

Social media ban: Is the US considering it for kids?

Some states have moved to regulate social media for children, according to reports. Read more >

A B-52 bomber carrying eight people went down shortly after taking off Monday at Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert, officials said, adding the crash was not survivable. The latest >

A 14-year-old has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a children’s lemonade stand in Boston, authorities announced, while another suspect remains at large. The investigation >

A judge ordered the 16-year-old accused of killing Florida cheerleader Anna Kepner to surrender to authorities, ruling he could "snap at any time" as he awaits trial. Details >

Texas health officials issued a warning after a rabid cat bit multiple people at a park. What to know >

Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., told "Katie Pavlich Tonight" reported leaked audio from the White House's Situation Room is "deeply concerning." Watch >