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Movies

James Burrows, Legendary Director of Cheers and Friends, Dies at 85

James Burrows, the legendary director of beloved sitcoms like Cheers and Friends, has died at the age of 85. Attorney Tom Hoberman confirmed the news to CBS News.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Naher Osten

Israel und Hisbollah einigen sich auf Waffenstillstand – 47 Tote

Israel und Hisbollah haben nach Übernachtungsangriffen, bei denen mindestens 47 Menschen ums Leben kamen, einen Waffenstillstand vereinbart.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Art

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Turns Green Again

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., has turned green due to an algae bloom, despite a $14 million renovation that included repainting the pool's bottom in 'American flag blue,' according to reports.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Baseball

USMNT Winning World Cup Not ‘Ridiculous’, Says Richards

Defender Chris Richards says it's not ridiculous for the U.S. men's national team to aim for a World Cup win, according to ESPN.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Corporate

Juneteenth Celebrated Across Obama Center Opening

The Obama Presidential Center opened on June 19, coinciding with Juneteenth celebrations in Chicago and nationwide. The $850 million facility features a library, museum, and performance space.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Afrika

USA reduzieren HIV-Hilfe für Südafrika

Die USA beginnen mit der schrittweisen Kürzung der Finanzhilfe für HIV-Programme in Südafrika. Grund seien unerfüllte Forderungen an die Politik.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Afrika

Afrikanische und karibische Staaten fordern Entschuldigung für atlantisches Sklavenhandel

Afrikanische und karibische Länder fordern eine formelle Entschuldigung und Entgelt von Ländern, die vom transatlantischen Sklavenhandel profitiert haben, meldet die BBC.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

África

Países africanos y caribeños exigen disculpas por esclavitud transatlántica

Naciones africanas y caribeñas piden una disculpa formal y reparaciones a los países que se beneficiaron del comercio de esclavos, según la BBC.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Africa

African and Caribbean Nations Call for Formal Apology for Transatlantic Slavery

African and Caribbean countries have called for a formal apology and reparations from countries that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade, according to the BBC.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Africa

US to stop funding HIV programmes in South Africa

The U.S. government will begin a phased drawdown of funding for HIV programs in South Africa, citing the country’s failure to meet policy requests. The decision comes after years of funding through PEPFAR, which provided about a fifth of South Africa’s HIV program costs.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Middle East

Israel and Hezbollah agree ceasefire as strikes continue in Lebanon

Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire in Lebanon after overnight strikes killed at least 47 people, according to the health ministry.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Golf

Clark in Control of US Open as Wind Derails McIlroy and Scheffler

Wyndham Clark built a four-shot lead at the US Open as gusting winds disrupted Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, both finishing level par. The weather played a pivotal role in shaping the leaderboard after two rounds.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Football

Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth

Miguel Almiron became the first player sent off for covering his mouth during the 2026 World Cup, marking the first enforcement of a new rule introduced in response to a high-profile Champions League incident.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

Americas

Cunha hits Brazil double in 2-0 win over Haiti at World Cup 2026

Mateus Cunha scored both goals as Brazil secured their first win of the World Cup 2026 with a 2-0 victory over Haiti, who became the first team eliminated from the tournament. Cunha’s performance highlighted his potential as a key player for the Seleção.

WH News Jun 20, 2026

US-Politik

Meloni: Trump erdachte Geschichte, dass sie um Foto bat

Italienische Ministerpräsidentin Giorgia Meloni sagte, US-Präsident Donald Trump habe erfunden, dass sie um ein Foto mit ihm gebeten habe, meldet BBC.

WH News Jun 20, 2026