The American Express Times
Monday, June 22, 2026
Iran peace talks collapse after Trump’s threat over Strait of Hormuz
Iran abruptly ended high-level peace talks with the United States after President Trump issued a threatening warning about potentially seizing control of the Strait of Hormuz if Iran attempted to close it. The breakdown underscores escalating tensions over regional conflicts and strategic issues, making near-term diplomatic progress between the two nations unlikely.
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Vandalized Pride Billboard Strengthens Local Group’s Resolve
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Man Charged Again After Throwing Stones at Justin Trudeau
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Court backs block on Calif. offshore drill
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Nevada's jobs boom fueled by lithium demand
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Iranian women defy regime’s hijab laws despite crackdowns
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Sen. Lindsey Graham Predicts US-Iran Peace Talks Will Fail
Senator Lindsey Graham expressed doubt about the success of the U.S.-Iran peace talks and warned that failure could lead to U.S. military action, including seizing…
Lifelong Dream Shattered as San Diego Man Misses World Cup Match
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Bill Maher Criticizes Public Interest in Obama Presidential Center
Bill Maher criticized the newly opened Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, questioning its $850 million cost and public appeal, while mocking its architectural design.…
California Appeals Court Allows Former Cal Swimmers' Abuse Lawsuit to Proceed
A California appeals court has allowed former University of California, Berkeley swimmers to continue their lawsuit accusing the university of ignoring abuse allegations against their…
Producer Robin DiMaggio Sues Don Felder Over Album Credits
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Five-Day Los Angeles Warehouse Fire Raises Biohazard Concerns
A massive fire at a Los Angeles warehouse storing millions of pounds of frozen meat and bread has been burning for five days, prompting ongoing…
Man Slashed While Playing Chess in Union Square
A 62-year-old man was slashed by an unknown assailant while playing chess in Union Square and was taken to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition. Authorities…
Rep. Ro Khanna Stands by Graham Amid Abuse Allegations
California Representative Ro Khanna expressed belief in the accounts of women accusing Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner of physical mistreatment but maintained his support for…
Far-Left Mayor Mamdani’s ‘Hamas Slate’ Faces Criticism Over Terror Sympathizer Interview
New York City Mayor Mamdani and three congressional candidates he endorsed participated in interviews with Bartley Blakeley, a social media figure criticized for her sympathetic…
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Several penthouse units at the luxury condominium 80 Clarkson Street in Manhattan have gone into contract, including a duplex penthouse sold for $80 million, setting…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Reportedly to Resign Amid Leadership Challenge
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Tulsi Gabbard Releases Evidence Accusing Fauci of COVID Cover-up
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Fire Ravages Dominican Resort, One Dead and Hundreds Evacuated
A fire at Wyndham’s Viva Dominicus resort in the Dominican Republic forced the evacuation of about 1,700 people and resulted in one death. The blaze,…
LA City Council’s plan could enable illegal immigrant voting
The Los Angeles City Council approved a measure to place a charter amendment on the ballot that would allow future city leaders to decide whether…
FIFA World Cup Group Stage Updates
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Barka Coastline Development Projects Boost Tourism and Economy
The Wilayat of Barka is advancing major coastal development projects, including the near-completion of the Al Muraisi waterfront and the upcoming Barka Marina, designed to…
Leonid Brezhnev’s Great-Grandson Captured as POW in Ukraine
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett Snubs Rival Sen. James Talarico
Representative Jasmine Crockett declined to endorse James Talarico, the Texas Senate primary winner and her former Democratic opponent, and expressed doubts about his support among…
Creep Lures Teen at Staten Island Mall
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Jennifer Siebel Newsom Critiques 'Tradwife' Phenomenon; Parents' Rights and Bernie Sanders' AI Proposal
California’s First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom criticized the rising “tradwife” movement, urging greater female participation in public decision-making rather than limiting women to traditional domestic…
Gerrit Cole’s Return to Form Important for Yankees’ Postseason Hopes
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Teen sensation Lamine Yamal sparks Spain’s World Cup campaign
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Lakers’ NBA Draft Options and Prospect Zuby Ejiofor
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Trump Threatens Iran Over Hezbollah Amid Peace Talks
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Families in Suhar are choosing from a variety of summer programs to keep children engaged during the break, with some parents advocating for more control…
American Airlines Flight Descends into Chaos Over Biting Incident
An American Airlines flight from Charlotte to Philadelphia was disrupted by a combative passenger who bit another traveler during the descent, prompting the crew to…
Tech Giants Promise to Combat Illegal Wildlife Trade
A coalition of major tech and financial companies, including Google, Meta, TikTok, Alibaba, and PayPal, has committed to intensifying efforts to stop illegal wildlife trade…
Iowa TV Anchor Resigns On Air Over ‘Sanitized’ News
Dustin Nolan, a morning anchor at KWQC-TV 6 in Davenport, Iowa, resigned live on air, criticizing the station for delivering overly sanitized news and announcing…
Letters on Iran Deal, Trump Negotiations and Middle East Policy
President Donald Trump announced a 14-point agreement with Iran aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restoring oil flow, but it has drawn sharp…