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Trump defends his Iran deal, criticizes longtime ally Israel as G7 endsJun 17, 2026 6:32 pm - President Donald Trump issued a freewheeling defense of his Iran ceasefire deal at the close of the G7 summit, veering from warnings about the economic costs of war to criticism of Israel’s campaign in Lebanon and comments suggesting a break with decades of U.S. opposition to Iran’s ballistic missile program.
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The voting restrictions Trump really wantsJun 17, 2026 3:53 pm - On Wednesday, President Donald Trump abruptly called off a confirmation hearing for his pick to lead the intelligence community, shocking Senate Republicans. Trump wants something else in exchange for having nominated a more neutral pick, Jay Clayton, a federal prosecutor: for Congress to pass major changes to how people vote by the midterm elections.
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Trump says intelligence chief pick’s hearing is off and Pulte will remain for nowJun 17, 2026 3:48 pm - President Donald Trump abruptly called off a confirmation hearing for his pick to lead the intelligence community on Wednesday, defying members of his own party who had quickly scheduled the session.
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Store-bought salsa is a flavor-packed shortcut for savvy home cooksJun 17, 2026 5:45 am - Salsa is the Spanish word for “sauce,” and once you start to think about it in the same vein as your favorite marinara or pesto, you’ll see endless possibilities for how to turn it into a full meal.
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Hop water offers a different kind of canned refreshment. Here are 9 to try.Jun 17, 2026 5:16 am - Over the past decade or so, the nonalcoholic beverage aisle has gone from sparsely populated to entirely overwhelming. One beverage category on the ascent: hop water — carbonated water flavored with hop extracts, the same ingredient that gives beer its bitterness and aroma. Here’s a primer on this new sparkling water.
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DIY or hire a pro? Here’s what to know about landscaping your yardJun 17, 2026 12:02 am - Getting help with landscaping isn’t limited to planting bushes and flowers; it’s also about hardscaping (patios, walks), placing trees in optimal spots and plotting out your property.
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Mending clothes makes a comeback as a way to save money — and the planetJun 16, 2026 10:06 pm - Growing concerns about overly wasteful shopping and fast fashion — and their effects on the environment — are causing some U.S. consumers to reconsider redoing and repairing their clothes.
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Tracking Trump’s White House ballroom promises on taxpayer costs and moreJun 16, 2026 8:44 pm - President Donald Trump’s pitch for his White House ballroom project has been anchored in a repeated promise to Americans: They won’t have to pay for it.But internal contractor estimates reported by The Washington Post on Tuesday show taxpayers were projected to cover half of a price tag that had swelled to $600 million by March.
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ICE removed detainee protections after private outreach from top contractorJun 16, 2026 4:39 pm - When U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement was revising the federal standards that govern immigration detention centers, one of its top contractors privately asked for changes that could benefit its business, according to a person briefed on the discussions.
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The cuisine of sunny Veracruz shows how light and healthy Mexican food can beJun 16, 2026 5:51 am - Made quickly and easily in a skillet, this version of the signature dish of Veracruz, Mexico, uses snapper fillets rather than a whole fish. The fish simmers in a saucy sauté of bell peppers and tomatoes, flavored with garlic, olives, capers and thyme.