US inserts itself into Israel’s war against Iran with strikes on 3 Iranian nuclear sites
Countries around the globe are calling for diplomacy and no further escalation.
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After big win by Pacers over Thunder, all eyes turn to Game 7 in NBA Finals
A back-and-forth title matchup will end on Sunday night with an ultimate game, the first winner-take-all contest in the NBA Finals since 2016.
Purdue Pharma’s $7B opioid settlement plan in judge’s hands
Most of the money would go to state and local governments to address the nation’s addiction and overdose crisis, but potentially more than $850 million would go directly to individual victims.
Aflac finds suspicious activity on network that might affect personal data
Aflac said potentially impacted files contain claims information, health information, Social Security numbers and other personal information related to customers, beneficiaries, employees, agents and other individuals.
Canadian tariffs on US steel, aluminum could rise depending on trade talks, Carney says
Canada is the largest foreign supplier of steel, aluminum and uranium to the United States and has 34 critical minerals and metals that the Pentagon is eager for.
Some restaurants and servers oppose ‘no tax on tips’ budget proposal
The Independent Restaurant Coalition, which represents nearly 100,000 restaurant and bars, has appealed to Congress to reconsider the proposal, which is part of the president’s spending bill.
Pacers look to beat odds, extend NBA Finals to 7th game
It’s Game 6 of the NBA Finals, with the Oklahoma City Thunder leading the Indiana Pacers 3-2 in the title series. Game 6 is in Indianapolis and Game 7, if necessary, will be Sunday in Oklahoma.
Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for third time
The decision to keep TikTok alive through an executive order has received some scrutiny, but it has not faced a legal challenge in court—unlike many of Trump’s other executive orders.
United States resumes visas for foreign students, but demands access to social media accounts
The U.S. State Department said consular officers will be on the lookout for posts and messages that could be deemed hostile to the United States, its government, culture, institutions or founding principles.
UPDATE: Haliburton’s status still unknown for Pacers going into Game 6 of NBA Finals
Tyrese Haliburton is trying every treatment he can think of right now in order to help his strained right calf, a diagnosis that was confirmed by an MRI exam on Tuesday.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Kroger, Walmart
FreshRealm, a large food producer with sites in California, Georgia and Indianapolis, is recalling products made before Tuesday.
Nippon Steel finalizes $15B takeover of U.S. Steel after sealing national security pact
The combined company will become the world’s fourth-largest steelmaker, and bring what analysts say is Nippon Steel’s top-notch technology to U.S. Steel’s antiquated steelmaking processes.
Cheerleaders will have chance to turn pro under Varsity Spirit’s new league
The Pro Cheer League will try to tap into that fan base by competing the same night of other events starting in January in Indianapolis when competition begins.
Fever beat Sun between skirmishes to secure spot in Commissioner’s Cup final
Caitlin Clark had 20 points and the host Indiana Fever beat the Connecticut Sun 88-71 Tuesday night in a physical game in downtown Indianapolis that included several technicals and three late ejections.
Tyrese Haliburton scheduled for MRI as part of leg injury evaluation, source says
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton’s status for Game 6 of the NBA Finals is understandably in at least some doubt.
FDA to offer faster drug reviews to companies promoting ‘national priorities’
Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary said the agency will aim to review select drugs in one to two months.
Trump says he’ll probably extend deadline for TikTok’s Chinese owner to sell app
President Trump said he thinks China President Xi Jinping would “ultimately approve” a deal to divest TikTok’s business in the United States.
Retail sales slid in May as Americans turned cautious
The figure was pulled down by a steep drop in auto sales, after Americans ramped up their car-buying in March to get ahead of a 25% duty on imported cars and car parts.
Extra day built into NBA Finals schedule welcomed by Pacers
Given the way Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton was limping on his way out of the postgame news conference after Game 5 of the NBA Finals, it’s safe to assume he’s a fan of the schedule right about now.
Senate Republicans seek tougher Medicaid cuts, lower SALT deduction in Trump’s big bill
GOP leaders are pushing to fast-track the bill for a vote by President Trump’s Fourth of July deadline.