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Citi Keeps Australian Finance Group on Hold as Earnings Rise

June 26, 2026

Australian Finance Group Ltd. (AFG) saw its latest quarterly numbers climb, but Citi’s analyst Jeff Cai still recommends a Hold rating. The bank set a price target of A$1. 83, reflecting cautious optimism despite the company’s stronger revenue and profit figures. The firm earned A$726. 2 million la

politics

Congress Faces Vote‑ID Clash as Speaker Meets Trump

June 26, 2026

Speaker Mike Johnson is set to talk with President Donald Trump on Thursday, hoping to calm a heated fight in Congress over a stalled voting‑ID law. The bill, called the SAVE America Act, has been blocked in the Senate for five attempts since March and is now a top priority for Trump. A day earli

crime

Cocaine and Meth Rise as New Drugs Fill Heroin’s Gap

June 26, 2026

The world is seeing a sharp rise in illegal drug trade, with cocaine production hitting record levels and methamphetamine seizures climbing. In 2024, about 4, 100 metric tons of pure cocaine were produced—a four‑fold jump over the past decade. Meth production also grew, with seizures indicating a 13

celebrities

Child Support Clash: Former Laker’s Divorce Drama Unfolds

June 26, 2026

Bree Anderson, once married to the ex‑NBA guard Trevor Ariza, has taken her case to court after accusing him of ignoring child‑support payments while flaunting a luxurious life with a new partner. In her filing, Bree claims Ariza earns more than $50, 000 each month, a figure that sharply contrasts w

crime

Bribes, Arrests and Police Scandal Shake New York City

June 25, 2026

Frank Carone, who once ran the office of former Mayor Eric Adams, was taken into custody early Monday after federal agents seized his house. Investigators say he accepted money routed through his brother, Anthony Carone, linked to a contract that turned a hotel into a homeless shelter. The same br

opinion

Animals Shape America’s Story

June 25, 2026

People, presidents and wars often headline history books, but animals have quietly carried the nation forward. Back when the United States relied on farms rather than factories, farmers like Thomas Jefferson believed that independent growers were essential to liberty. Without modern machines, the

opinion

Hikers Beware: The Grand Canyon Is Not a Walk in the Park

June 25, 2026

The Grand Canyon’s trails can be brutal, yet many online posts paint them as easy and safe. People brag about long hikes that they finished in a few hours, ignoring the real risks of heat, altitude and lost routes. Every year, rescue teams deal with hundreds of hikers needing help. In 2025 alon

celebrities

Celebrities Turning Another Year Older on June 24

June 24, 2026

The day after the summer solstice, several well‑known faces celebrate another trip around the sun. At 79, Mick Fleetwood and Peter Weller both mark a milestone birthday. Fleetwood, famous for his drumming in the legendary rock group, shares a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame with his bandmates. Well

crime

Methadone Clinic Owner Accused of Pocketing Millions in Fake Bills

June 24, 2026

A clinic owner in Oak Lawn is now facing fraud charges after allegedly running one of the biggest scams against government health programs in recent years. Instead of helping patients, authorities say he filed hundreds of fake claims for therapy sessions that never happened, collecting at least $75

entertainment

Night‑Time Tales at 52 Sumner

June 23, 2026

At the heart of Springfield, 52 Sumner has become a hub for daring events. The venue’s co‑founder, who always seeks the unusual, welcomed a new offering from the team that previously staged Poe‑inspired nights. The fresh concept flips classic horror into real‑life crime: a series called “Serial Kill