The Comeback Knicks are the Champion Knicks. Brunson scores 45, and New York tops Spurs for title
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Jalen Brunson and the Comeback Knicks did it again. And now they’re the Champion Knicks. For the first time in 53 years, New York rules the NBA. Brunson scored 45 points, including 13 straight for New York in the fourth quarter, and the Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night. The Knicks won the series 4-1, rallying from double-digit deficits in all four of those victories. The deficit was 16 on Saturday night. Brunson and the Knicks were never fazed.
Nara Organics recalls baby formula sold at Target after multistate infant botulism outbreak
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Nara Organics has recalled its organic baby formula sold at Target stores and online due to a multistate outbreak of infant botulism. Federal authorities report that three babies became ill in California, Pennsylvania and Washington in April and May after consuming the formula. Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by bacteria that produce a toxin in the gut. Symptoms include constipation and breathing problems. The FDA says Nara Organics formula makes up less than 1% of U.S. infant formula sales, so there are no shortage concerns. People are urged to stop using the product immediately.
Trump and Pakistan say Iran deal could be signed Sunday but Tehran signals more time is needed
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Momentum for a deal to end the Iran war is growing. Pakistan says an agreement is closer than ever, and U.S. President Donald Trump asserts it will be “signed tomorrow. Iran is making some of its most optimistic statements yet. Its foreign ministry spokesperson said Saturday that the likelihood of finalizing a memorandum of understanding in the coming days is high. Meanwhile, Trump plans to discuss demining the Strait of Hormuz at the upcoming Group of Seven summit that begins Monday. And Iran says funeral ceremonies for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be in July. His son has succeeded him.
Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
BEIRUT (AP) — The Lebanese army has withdrawn its troops from a base in a southern village after Israeli forces advanced nearby. The move follows an Israeli evacuation warning for about 20 locations, including Nabatiyeh. Lebanon’s National News Agency reported airstrikes on Saturday, with two people killed in Deir al-Zahrani. Israeli troops are likely targeting the strategic Ali Taher hill. The push comes after Pakistan’s prime minister announced that the U.S. and Iran are working on an agreement to end their Middle East conflict, which could include Lebanon. Attacks by Israel and Hezbollah continue despite a ceasefire.
What to know about a possible deal to end the Iran war
ISLAMABAD (AP) — The United States and Iran appear close to a deal to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistan's prime minister said Saturday that a deal was closer than ever before and expected to be finalized within 24 hours. Pakistan is preparing for the electronic signing of the agreement, followed immediately by technical-level talks next week. U.S. President Donald Trump said the deal was “scheduled to get signed tomorrow,” and that the Strait of Hormuz would open immediately. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said no signing would occur Sunday but left the possibility open for the coming days.
Trump turns 80 with a showstopping spectacle of cage fights at the White House. But big issues loom
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump celebrates turning 80 with a UFC cage-fighting event on the White House's South Lawn. It's an unprecedented extravaganza marking his birthday in showstopping fashion, featuring seven fights and aligning with America's 250th anniversary. Trump's celebration on Sunday contrasts sharply with former President Joe Biden's low-key 80th birthday at the White House in 2022. The bash comes while the U.S. and Iran are discussing a deal to the end the war, and after Trump's name was removed from Washington's Kennedy Center. At 80, polls show the public has concerns about the president's age — mirroring doubts his predecessor faced. But his physicians have said Trump is in excellent health.
You can ignore AI giants like SpaceX, but your 401(k) won't
NEW YORK (AP) — Think you can ignore all the hubbub around SpaceX, Elon Musk and IPOs? Your 401(k) won’t. Musk’s rocket company launched 19.2% higher in the first day of trading for its stock Friday, making it worth a total of $2.1 trillion. Whether or not you believe it deserves to be worth more than Exxon Mobil, Bank of America and Coca-Cola combined, the collective market does. And by virtue of having that big a value, SpaceX will soon join some high-profile stock indexes. That matters for investors and their 401(k) accounts because they’re depending more than ever on funds that simply mimic these indexes.
Judge orders Trump administration to restore National Park changes at sites that 'disparaged' US
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore sites changed under an executive order that sought to eliminate “inappropriate content” at national museums, parks and landmarks. U.S. District Judge Angel Kelley's ruling on Friday also ordered the government to pause any additional changes and to submit status reports on restoring the changes. The order comes in response to a lawsuit by conservation and historical organizations over National Park Service policies. Many changes occurred at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park, including removing exhibits on enslaved people. President Donald Trump signed the executive order “restoring truth and sanity to American history” at the nation’s museums, parks and landmarks last year.
Brazil rallies for 1-1 draw against Morocco in its World Cup opener behind Vinícius Júnior's goal
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco in a pulsating, high-profile group match at the World Cup. A semifinalist four years ago, Morocco dominated early, and Ismael Saibari put the African champions ahead in the 21st minute. Brazil, seeking its first World Cup title since 2002, entered the tournament with high expectations and yellow-clad Seleção fans who dominated the crowd of 80,663 at MetLife Stadium became a bit subdued before Vinícius evened the score with a spectacular angled effort.
World Cup what to know: Curacao faces daunting first World Cup game against 4-time champion Germany
Qatar lost all three of its matches as a World Cup host four years ago and appeared to be headed toward another in its 2026 opener against Switzerland. Boualem Khoukhi changed his country’s course at the last possible moment, scoring a tying goal on a header in the fourth minute of stoppage time to give Qatar a 1-1 tie against Switzerland. The late equalizer gave Qatar its first World Cup point and left the mighty Swiss wondering what happened. The second full day of matches will feature World Cup first-timer Curacao facing a difficult challenge against four-time World Cup champion Germany. The Netherlands also faces Japan in a matchup of teams looking to make deep runs.
