Air Force veteran Gina Ortiz Jones has won the San Antonio mayoral runoff against Rolando Pablos. In a divisive race, Jones’s progressive vision and diverse background inspired voters, marking a historic victory for representation in Texas politics.
Violence disrupted Pride celebrations in Dupont Park, D.C., with two juveniles stabbed and a man shot nearby. The incidents, following the park’s reopening, have raised safety concerns. Community leaders and authorities are addressing the tragedy, while the spirit of Pride remains resilient.
As US-China trade talks approach in London, new disputes threaten progress. With a temporary tariff truce in place, unresolved issues like trade imbalances and technology concerns loom large. The outcome could reshape global economics, with the world watching for signs of compromise or conflict.
Merab Dvalishvili retained his UFC bantamweight title at UFC 316, dominating Sean O’Malley in a third-round stoppage. With high-profile attendees like Donald Trump watching, Dvalishvili’s wrestling prowess overwhelmed the challenger, solidifying his reign and setting the stage for future blockbuster fights.
Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay was critically injured in a shooting at a Bogota rally. Struck multiple times, including in the head, he fights for life as the nation grapples with political violence and demands justice.
Ukraine launched a daring drone attack on Moscow on June 8, 2025, escalating the conflict with Russia. President Zelenskyy demands accountability for Putin, urging global action. The strike highlights Ukraine’s resolve and the war’s expanding reach, raising fears of retaliation and renewed calls for peace.
China’s Tianwen 2 spacecraft has sent its first image back to Earth, marking the start of its mission to study Kamoʻoalewa, a mysterious ‘quasi-moon’ asteroid. This journey could reveal if the asteroid is a lunar fragment, shedding light on the moon’s history and our solar system’s past.
The $2.8 billion NCAA settlement promises stability for college sports but raises concerns for non-revenue sports athletes. While football and basketball players may benefit most, smaller programs fear resource cuts. Athletes and advocates call for equity to protect all sports.
Aides of Donald Trump and Elon Musk have reportedly held talks amid a pause in their public feud. While tensions linger over influence and power, mutual interests may be driving this fragile truce. Will this behind-the-scenes dialogue lead to lasting peace or just delay the next clash?
A tragic discovery of three young sisters suffocated at a Washington campground has sparked a manhunt for their father, a military veteran. As authorities search the rugged terrain, communities mourn and questions linger about the motive behind this heartbreaking act.
