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Chemical tank implosion at Washington pulp and paper mill leaves 10 injured, unknown number dead

Authorities have confirmed that 10 people — including a responding firefighter — were injured after a chemical tank imploded at a pulp and paper mill in Washington state

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Venue gets mixed reviews as National Spelling Bee returns to DC ahead of White House UFC event

The Scripps National Spelling Bee has moved from suburban Maryland to downtown Washington, and not all spellers and their families appreciate the change

The Independent UK

What Happened at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company? At Least 1 Dead, Multiple Injured After Chemical Explosion

A chemical incident at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company in Washington resulted in one death and multiple injuries. Conflicting reports describe the event as either an explosion or implosion.

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At least 1 dead and several missing after paper mill chemical explosion

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1 dead and 9 missing after massive chemical explosion at Washington paper mill

First responders rushed to Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, ‘following the rupture of a tank containing white liquor,’ officials said

The Independent UK

Deaths reported after tank implodes at Washington pulp and paper mill

The implosion of a chemical tank at a pulp and paper mill in Washington state killed an undisclosed number of people, local authorities and company officials confirmed

The Independent UK

One person killed and at least nine injured in implosion at Washington state packaging plant

According to the fire department, incident occurred when a tank containing white liquor, a chemical solution, ruptured

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Trump, nearing 80, continues war on aging, sleep, and other enemies

TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump, who turns 80 next month, has spent years presenting himself as less an aging president than a human monument to stamina, fast food, and pure willpower. He rarely admits fatigue, claims to sleep little, and speaks about his own health the way…

The Times of India

Is Donald Trump Easy to Manipulate? John Bolton Warns POTUS Is Too 'Palpably Desperate' Over Iran Deal

John Bolton has accused Donald Trump of being 'palpably desperate' for an Iran deal, warning Tehran is exploiting his fixation on claiming a victory and cheaper petrol.

International Business Times UK

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants

The Supreme Court has rejected Florida’s long shot attempt to sue California and Washington over the issuance of commercial driver licenses to truckers who don’t speak English and are not authorized to be in the United States

The Independent UK

Trump has annual medical exam, days before turning 80

WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump went for his annual medical examination on Tuesday, days before his 80th birthday and amid mounting speculation about his health.

Bangkok Post

End in sight? Hormuz, nukes at the heart of US-Iran sticking points

Three months into what was originally billed as four-week war, is an end really in sight? Donald Trump's messaging on bargaining with Iran was enough to push Brent crude oil below $100 a barrel for the first time in two weeks. Both Washington and Tehran are managing expectations of a…

France 24

FED:No plan B - Hockey urges 'full press' on submarine deal

Australia's former US ambassador Joe Hockey has raised concerns about Washington's capacity to sell promised nuclear-powered submarines promised under AUKUS.

AAP

No plan B - Hockey urges 'full press' on submarine deal

Australia's former US ambassador Joe Hockey has raised concerns about Washington's capacity to sell promised nuclear-powered submarines promised under AUKUS.

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Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

Democrats are increasingly critiquing each other over their personal stock trades as the party looks to hone its anti-corruption message against President Donald Trump in the midterm elections

The Times of India

Abraham Accords explained: Who signed, who didn't, and why it matters now

US President Donald Trump has renewed efforts to expand the Abraham Accords, urging several Muslim-majority and Arab nations to normalise ties with Israel as part of a broader regional settlement linked to ongoing negotiations with Iran. In a series of remarks, Trump called on countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan,…

The Times of India

US still ready to mediate Russia-Ukraine war despite fresh strikes on Kyiv: Marco Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington remains prepared to mediate between Russia and Ukraine despite fresh Russian strikes on Kyiv, as renewed attacks underscored the fragile state of efforts to end the war.

The Independent UK

Trump's no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington

Four immigration judges in Washington state were ahead of a sea change in immigration enforcement that has reversed a long American tradition

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The Times of India

Why US struck Iran amid shaky ceasefire: 10 things to know about the 'self-defence' strikes

US forces struck Iranian missile sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz. This happened during peace talks aimed at ending a three-month conflict. Iran accused the US of a war crime. Reports mentioned explosions and fatalities on Larak Island. Discussions continue on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's…

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: At least 31 dead in Israeli strikes on Lebanon as Tehran accuses Trump of violating ceasefire

Donald Trump said talks with Iran were going ‘nicely’, but threatened renewed attacks if they failed

The Times of India

What can happen to Iran’s enriched uranium? Trump lays out options for turning it into 'nuclear dust'

US forces conducted 'self-defense' strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions despite ongoing diplomatic talks. President Trump warned Iran on enriched uranium, demanding its surrender or destruction. Iran condemned the strikes as a 'war crime,' accusing the US of targeting civilians. Peace negotiations…

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Russia pressures US to clear way for attacks on Kyiv

Sergei Lavrov tells Marco Rubio that Washington should evacuate its embassy because Moscow is planning ‘systematic strikes’. What we know on day 1,553

The Independent UK

Donald Trump lays wreath at Tomb of Unknown Soldier to mark Memorial Day

Donald Trump participated in a wreath laying ceremony at Arlington Cemetery in Washington DC to commemorate Memorial Day.

The Independent UK

Nearly two dozen gray whales have already died of strandings this year on Northwest beaches

The whales are suffering from malnutrition, which researchers believe has been a consequence of climate change

The Times of India

The Abraham Accord plus: Trump aims for grand bargain tying Islamic world, including Iran, with Israel

TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday dramatically raised the stakes in already delicate peace efforts in the middle east by demanding that key Muslim allies – including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar – sign onto the Abraham Accords as a condition for participating in what…

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