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Axiom Space launches 4 private astronauts to ISS, moves forward space station plans

The Dragon will dock with the ISS at approximately 7 a.m. EDT on Thursday.
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The Axiom-4 mission, with a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft and Falcon 9 rocket, lifts off from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on June 25, 2025.
June 24

ABC News Live Prime: June 24, 2025

Trump attends NATO summit after ceasefire announcement; new details emerge in Iran’s nuclear capabilities after U.S. strike; prosecution rests in Diddy trial; Brandy and Monica talk new tour.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: June 24, 2025
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Iranian human rights organization calls for end of strikes

Roya Boroumand, director of the Abdorrahman Boroumand Center for Human Rights in Iran, joins ABC News’ Linsey Davis to detail how Iranian civilians have been impacted by Israeli strikes.
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VIDEO: Iranian human rights organization calls for end of strikes
June 24

Justice Amy Coney Barrett defies expectations as 'center figure' on Supreme Court

ABC News’ Devin Dwyer reports on how after five years on the Supreme Court, Justice Amy Coney Barrett is defying expectations, staking out independent ground, and breaking with President Donald Trump.
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VIDEO: Justice Amy Coney Barrett defies expectations as 'center figure' on Supreme Court
June 24

Dangerous heat wave: Several East Coast cities break June heat records

Tuesday is the hottest day of the heat wave for the Northeast.
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The sun rises behind the skyline of midtown Manhattan and the Empire State Building during a heat wave in New York City, June 24, 2025.
June 24

Diddy trial day 32 recap: Combs declines to testify

Deliberations in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial could start as early as Friday.
June 24
Sean "Diddy" Combs and his defense lawyer Marc Agnifilo watch as Joseph Cerciello, a special agent for Homeland Security Investigations, is questioned by defense lawyer Teny Geragos during Combs' sex trafficking trial in New York City, June 24, 2025 in this courtroom sketch.
June 24

Diddy Trial Day 28: Prosecutors rest their case against Sean Combs

After calling more than 30 witnesses over several weeks, federal prosecutors rested their case against Sean Combs on Tuesday, June 24. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim, Aaron Katersky and contributors explain.
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VIDEO: Diddy Trial Day 28: Prosecutors rest their case against Sean Combs
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Complaint alleges DOJ official Emil Bove said he was willing to violate court orders

Bove has been nominated by President Trump to fill a U.S. appeals court vacancy.
June 24
Attorney Emil Bove looks on as U.S. President-elect Donald Trump appears remotely for a sentencing hearing in front of New York State Judge Juan Merchan at Manhattan Criminal Court, on January 10, 2025, in New York.
June 24

NTSB holds hearing on Boeing door plug blowout

The National Transportation Safety Board held a hearing to determine the probable cause of the Alaska Airlines flight door plug blowout in 2024.
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The National Transportation Safety Board held a hearing to determine the probable cause of the Alaska Airlines flight door plug blowout in 2024.
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NTSB says 'multiple system failures' caused Boeing door plug blowout

The agency held a vote on the matter after the Alaska Airlines incident.
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NTSB investigators have recovered the door plug from the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 MAX, flight 1282 that was found in the backyard of a home in Portland, Oregon.
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Early US intel report finds strikes set back Iran's nuclear program only by months

The initial report, which is highly classified, was produced by the Defense Intelligence Agency and U.S. Central Command.
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VIDEO: Early US intel report finds strikes set back Iran's nuclear program only by months
June 24

Estranged husband kills fitness influencer wife, then killed by off-duty cop: Police

Hector Garduno and Gloria Zamora died of their injuries after the shooting.
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In this screen grab from Google Maps Street View, Summa Sushi is shown.
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Alleged accomplice in California fertility clinic bombing dies in federal custody

Daniel Park was found unresponsive at the Metropolitan Detention Center in L.A.
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Undated photo provided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation on June 4, 2025, shows a photo of Daniel Jongyon Park, 32, following his arrest in New York.
June 24

What do we know about 'Gina,' alleged victim 3 in Sean 'Diddy' Combs indictment?

Though mentioned throughout the trial she was never called to testify.
June 24
Sean "Diddy" Combs listens as Assistant U.S. Attorney Meredith Foster questions Ananya Sankar during Combs' sex trafficking trial in New York City, June 16, 2025 in this courtroom sketch.
June 24

President Trump takes part in NATO family photo

Trump arrived at the NATO summit in the Netherlands days after he launched strikes against Iran and hours after he announced a Israel-Iran ceasefire.
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VIDEO: President Trump takes part in NATO family photo
June 24

Environmental advocates sound alarm over Trump's plan to repeal forest protections

The "Roadless Rule" has been effective since enacted in 2001, supporters say.
June 24
The Tongass National Forest on Prince of Wales Island, Alaska, July 2, 2021.
June 24

Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial: Prosecution rests

After seven weeks and around three dozen witnesses, prosecutors rest their case against Sean "Diddy" Combs on sex trafficking, prostitution and racketeering charges. 
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial: Prosecution rests
June 24

DoorDash exec among 8 dead after boat capsizes on Lake Tahoe: Authorities

Waves were reported to be as high as 8 feet, the Coast Guard said.
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The U.S. Coast Guard released this photo of a capsized boat in Lake Tahoe on June 21, 2025.
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Church security guard reveals moments he stopped would-be mass shooter

Jay Trombley describes the split-second decision that saved his congregation.
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Jay Trombley describes taking down armed attacker.
June 24

FBI plans to shift agents from immigration enforcement to counterterrorism: Sources

The FBI is planning to reallocate potentially thousands of agents away from immigration enforcement to focus on counterterrorism, sources tell ABC News.
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VIDEO: FBI plans to shift agents from immigration enforcement to counterterrorism: Sources
June 24

Everyone who testified for the prosecution in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial

The prosecution called 34 witnesses in all before resting their case.
June 24
Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent Gerard Gannon holds up bullets in an evidence bag during questioning by Assistant U.S. Attorney Mitzi Steiner at Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial in New York City, May 21, 2025 in this courtroom sketch.
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Administration asks SCOTUS to clarify order allowing deportations to 3rd countries

A federal judge says eight migrants being held in Djibouti are still protected.
June 24
In this May 11, 2017, file photo, a law enforcement officer walks past the ICE logo ahead of a press conference at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement headquarters in Washington, D.C.
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Prosecutors rest their case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs after calling 34 witnesses

Jurors heard tales of drugs, sex and violence during six weeks of testimony.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs listens as lawyer Marc Agnifilo makes arguments during Combs' sex trafficking trial in New York City, June 13, 2025 in this courtroom sketch.
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11-year-old boy shot dead near park in broad daylight

"We are following every lead, but we need the public’s help," the chief said.
June 24
An 11-year-old boy was shot and killed at a Minneapolis park, June 23, 2025.
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Fossils from giant possum-like mammal that lived 60 million years ago found in Texas

The fossils were found at Big Bend National Park in Texas.
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Reconstruction of a species of Swaindelphys discovered in Texas’ Big Bend National Park and described by paleontologists from the University of Kansas.
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Hero security guard speaks after thwarting attack on Michigan church

Volunteer security team member at Cross Pointe Community Church, Jay Trombley stopped an attempted mass shooting at a church in Wayne, Mich. on Sunday.
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Video: Hero security guard speaks after thwarting attack on Michigan church
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FBI plans to shift agents from immigration enforcement to counterterrorism: Sources

The shift was prompted by the U.S. strikes in Iran, the sources said.
June 24
An FBI officer waits in a hallway outside of a courtroom at New York-Federal Plaza Immigration Court inside the Jacob K. Javitz Federal Building in New York, on June 11, 2025.
June 24

11-year-old boy shot dead by park in broad daylight

An 11-year-old boy was shot and killed by a Minneapolis park in broad daylight, police said, and now investigators are asking the public to help find the gunman.
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11-year-old boy shot dead by park in broad daylight
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Man rescued after falling from tree, spending days in the woods

The man was found on Saturday in Poulsbo, Washington, after someone nearby called 911 when they heard a "voice in the woods calling for help," the sheriff's office said in a statement.
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The man was found on Saturday in Poulsbo, Washington -- located in the Puget Sound region -- after someone nearby called 911 when they heard a "voice in the woods calling for help," the sheriff's office said in a statement.
June 24

Renewable energy not making a difference? Think again

ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee explains the impact that renewable forms of energy are having on the environment.
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VIDEO: Renewable energy not making a difference? Think again
June 24

Trump could become ‘greatest peacemaker’ of 21st century: Former Israeli diplomat

Michael Oren, former Israeli ambassador to the U.S., says many things are possible in the Middle East, “if Iran is truly neutralized.”
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VIDEO: Trump could become ‘greatest peacemaker’ of 21st century: Former Israeli diplomat
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'Stuck in the woods for days': Man rescued after falling from tree

The man allegedly spent four to five days in the wilderness, officials said.
June 24
A man in Washington state was rescued after falling from a tree and spending four to five days in the woods, according to the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office.
June 24

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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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4th of July travel likely to shatter records: What to expect

A record 72.2 million people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July.
June 24
Passengers roll their suitcases through Terminal B at Newark Liberty International Airport, May 24, 2025.
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Extreme heat safety tips as dangerous temperatures head to East Coast

Extreme heat is considered the deadliest weather-related hazard in the U.S.
June 24
People sit in the shade as children play with water in downtown Chicago on June 14, 2022.
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UPS driver gets emotional as he says goodbye to dogs he bonded with for over a decade

After more than a decade of dog treats and deliveries, a UPS driver in Georgia shared an emotional moment with a couple of pups and their owner as he bid them farewell during his last shift.
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VIDEO: UPS driver gets emotional as he says goodbye to dogs he bonded with for over a decade
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YouTube star’s death puts spotlight on cyber bullying

Mikayla Raines, a beloved animal rescuer, died by suicide, and her husband says online bullying was a factor.
June 24
Mikalya Raines, a beloved animal rescuer, died by suicide, and her husband says online bullying was a factor.
June 24

US Marshals operation leads to recovery or location of 60 missing children in Florida

Operation DRAGON EYE led to eight arrests, including human trafficking charges.
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18-year-old arrested over alleged double homicide of 2 family members after argument

The suspect was located two hours later at a house in South Sacramento.
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June 23

ABC News Live Prime: June 23, 2025

Iran strikes U.S. air base in Qatar; pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil speaks out; Sen. Lisa Murkowski reacts to Iran strikes; 150 million Americans face life-threatening heat.
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VIDEO:  ABC News Live Prime: June 23, 2025
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Amtrak passengers evacuated after train goes dark without power, AC

Passengers were provided with "snack packs" and bottled water, Amtrak said.
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An Amtrak train was evacuated after getting stuck in a Baltimore tunnel with no air conditioning, June 23, 2025.
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Mahmoud Khalil, in 1st broadcast interview, says there's a 'long fight ahead'

Khalil spoke out in his first broadcast interview with ABC News' Linsey Davis.
June 23
Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist who was detained by ICE for more than three months, spoke with ABC News Live Prime anchor Linsey Davis in the first on-camera interview since his release.
June 23

Diddy Trial Day 27: Jurors hear logistics of alleged ‘freak offs’

Prosecutors are almost ready to wrap their case against Sean Combs. On Monday, June 23, jurors saw files such as text messages and hotel receipts. ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim and contributors explain.
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VIDEO: Diddy Trial Day 27: Jurors hear logistics of alleged ‘freak offs’
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Pentagon releases video of B-2 bombers involved in 'Operation Midnight Hammer'

Code-named "Operation Midnight Hammer," the top-secret U.S. precision attack on Iran's nuclear facilities was the largest strike using B2 bombers in history.
June 23
Code-named "Operation Midnight Hammer," the top-secret U.S. precision attack on Iran's nuclear facilities was the largest strike using B2 bombers in history.
June 23

SCOTUS allows Trump to resume 3rd-country removals without due process requirements

The Supreme Court handed Trump a major win by allowing officials to resume deportation of migrants to third countries without additional due process requirements.
June 23
Video: SCOTUS allows Trump to resume 3rd-country removals without due process requirements
June 23

As heat wave grips half the nation, nighttime temperatures will bring little relief

"It will be brutal and it will be dangerous," says New York City's mayor.
June 23
A man cools off at a New York City park fountain, June 21, 2025, ahead of a heat wave forecast for most of the United State.
June 23

7 dead, 1 missing after boat capsizes on Lake Tahoe: Authorities

The vessel capsized near D.L. Bliss State Park Saturday afternoon, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Ten people went into the water, officials said.
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US strikes on Iran were ultimately 'the right move': GOP Rep. Tim Burchett

Tennessee Rep. Tim Burchett reacted to the strikes ordered by President Trump on Iran's nuclear facilities saying "I think history is going to be kind to this president on this decision."
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US strikes on Iran were ultimately 'the right move': GOP Rep. Tim Burchett
June 23

Iranian regime in a 'weakened position,' says former US state department official

Tom Countryman, a former U.S. State Department assistant secretary for International Security and Nonproliferation, discusses the future of nuclear non-proliferation.
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Iranian regime in a 'weakened position,' says former US state department official
June 23

As heat wave grips half the nation, nighttime temperatures will bring little relief

A dangerous heat wave has set in over roughly half of the nation, leaving nearly 150 million people from Texas to Maine under heat alerts on Monday.
June 23
As heat wave grips half the nation, nighttime temperatures will bring little relief