World News
Moscow hit by largest Ukrainian attack since start of Russia's full-scale war
A refinery and a shopping centre were burning after almost 200 Ukrainian drones struck an area to the south-east of the Russian capital.
Lawyer of Uganda opposition figure Besigye charged with treason-related offence
Uganda's military chief had boasted of "the hurt and pain" he would inflict on Erias Lukwago, who was arrested earlier this week.
Suspected gang leader shot dead in flower bouquet ambush at airport
The gunmen concealed their weapons behind flowers and stuffed toys while waiting for the victim outside Guayaquil airport.
Gunfire and explosions heard at Niger capital's airport
Niger has been fighting a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade and in January suspected jihadists attacked the same airport.
Bolivia signs $20m deal with US to fight drug trafficking
Under its new president, Bolivia is re-establishing severed ties with the US to combat organised crime.
World Cup 2026: Full group schedule and top second-round matches to watch
Remaining group schedule, teams, as well as the best second-round group fixtures at the tournament in North America.
Business & Economy
Poll: Most Americans have the summer blues about Trump and the economy
A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finds a record low share of Americans approve of President Trump's job performance and his handling of the economy heading into the summer before a key midterm election.
Here are the five big takeaways from Kevin Warsh's first meeting as Fed chairman
The Federal Reserve and Chairman Kevin Warsh on Wednesday followed the script on interest rates closely.
Here's how much the Iran war cost -- and how its effects will linger
More than three months after the U.S. and Israel launched their war on Iran, the costs and aftereffects are felt around the world.
Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement
Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement
Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release economic projections from the June 16-17 FOMC meeting
Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release economic projections from the June 16-17 FOMC meeting
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady and hints at rate hike later this year
The Federal Reserve left its benchmark interest rates unchanged Wednesday, and signaled its next move could be a rate increase. It's the first rate decision under the new Fed chairman, Kevin Warsh.
Science & Technology
Real-time monitoring to protect chalk stream
Real-time pollution levels tracked along length of Hampshire's rare chalk stream.
Escape hatches on lobster pots protect marine life
Fishing equipment is being redesigned to prevent "bycatch" affecting thousands of marine creatures.
Watch: Seven cheetah cubs born at Whipsnade Zoo
The cubs are the first to be born at the conservation zoo for 15 years.
Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.
Space industry giants visit fabrics factory
Delegates from Nasa and Space X were among those visiting the firm that makes specialist fabrics.
Health
As America turns 250, one museum makes history possible to touch
Federal law requires most museums and other buildings to be accessible to people with disabilities. But access to what's actually inside is often still limited.
Genicular Artery Embolization Delivered 12 Months of Knee Arthritis Pain Relief without Surgery in Nearly 200 Patients
Radiology study June 16, 2026: genicular artery embolization with resorbable microspheres delivered 12 months of significant pain relief and improved mobility in ~200 OA patients.
Clinical Trial: Adding a Daily Probiotic to Antidepressant Treatment Reduced Depression and Anxiety in Older Adults
JAGS clinical trial June 17, 2026: 58 older adults adding daily probiotics to antidepressants showed meaningful depression and anxiety reductions vs. placebo over 12 weeks.
Scientists Say Your Food Contains More Than 26,000 Chemical Compounds — and Most Have Never Been Studied for Health Effects
Food contains 26,000+ chemical compounds but nutrition science studies only ~150. Prof. David Benton explains "nutritional dark matter" in a ScienceDaily feature June 17, 2026.
Durham NC Enters Stage 2 Mandatory Water Restrictions on June 15 as Lake Michie Drops to 40% Capacity
Durham NC activated Stage 2 mandatory water restrictions June 15 as Lake Michie fell to 40%. NC's driest year since 1895. Health risks, restrictions, and what residents must do.
With 40% of U.S. Teens Reporting Sadness or Hopelessness, Child Psychologists Say Grandparents Are the Overlooked Solution
Weill Cornell child psychologist Dr. Kenneth Barish says grandparents are vital to children's mental health as 40%+ of teens report sadness. New research backs his case.