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Trump’s Kharg Island Threat, Flesh-Eating Screwworm Cases, Chatbots as Therapists and more
CNN 5 Things
Jun 11, 2026

President Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric toward Iran again – we tell you what this means for peace negotiations. The latest resignation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government has raised new questions about the country’s defense spending. We recap an stunning comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. The US Department of Agriculture is working to contain new cases of a species that threatens livestock. Plus, why more young people are increasingly turning to AI chatbots for emotional support.