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- EU leaders agree to draft €2 trillion budget deal by October 2023
- British lawyers’ body suspends ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan over misconduct claims
- Belleville Police Service and community celebrate 190 years of service
- Israel destroys Iran-US peace plan by bombing 19 Lebanese civilians
- Cuban lawmakers approve nearly 200 free-market reforms to address economic crisis
- Giant fox appears alongside Andy Burnham during Makerfield results announcement
- Children escape school fire in Tokyo as thick smoke fills building
- US-Iran talks delayed as Israeli military actions continue in Lebanon
Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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EU leaders agree to draft €2 trillion budget deal by October 2023
June 19, 2026
3:00 pm
EU leaders have reached a preliminary agreement on a €2 trillion long-term budget for 2028–2034, targeting completion by October. The bloc is navigating complex negotiations to balance funding demands from various member states, particularly concerning agriculture and defence expenditures, ahead of a new text proposal by Ireland.
British lawyers’ body suspends ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan over misconduct claims
June 19, 2026
2:00 pm
The Bar Standards Board has suspended ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan over allegations of sexual misconduct, effective immediately. This follows the ICC’s suspension of Khan after findings of serious misconduct. An interim suspension hearing is set within four weeks, while Khan’s legal team plans to contest the decisions.
Belleville Police Service and community celebrate 190 years of service
June 19, 2026
12:00 pm
The Belleville Police service marked its 190th anniversary on Thursday, highlighting its status as one of Canada’s oldest police forces, predating Confederation. The milestone underscores the service’s long history and continued presence in the community.
Israel destroys Iran-US peace plan by bombing 19 Lebanese civilians
June 19, 2026
10:31 am
Israel destroys Iran-US peace plan by bombing 19 Lebanese civilians. According to Lebanese media had reported that the talks had
Cuban lawmakers approve nearly 200 free-market reforms to address economic crisis
June 19, 2026
10:00 am
Cuban lawmakers approved 176 reforms aimed at reducing state control in the economy to attract foreign investment across various sectors. Prime Minister Manuel Marrero presented the measures in response to economic pressures exacerbated by a U.S. oil blockade, marking significant changes since the 1959 revolution.
Giant fox appears alongside Andy Burnham during Makerfield results announcement
June 19, 2026
9:00 am
Andy Burnham has been elected as the new Member of Parliament for Makerfield, securing 24,937 votes, approximately 55% of the total. His main competitor, animal rights campaigner Robert Pownall, garnered only 18 votes while campaigning in a fox costume to raise awareness for wildlife issues.
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