Here are some of the stories making news headlines today.
Kudlow on Trudeau: ‘It was a betrayal’
“It was a betrayal,” Kudlow said on CNN’s “State of the Union.” Kudlow was speaking following the G7 summit in Canada on Saturday.
Trump arrives in Singapore ahead of historic North Korea summit
Trump arrived on Air Force One at Singapore’s Paya Lebar Air Base at 8:21 p.m. local time, where he was greeted by Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan. Kim arrived at Singapore’s commercial airport on an Air China Boeing 747 just more than five hours earlier.
From real estate to diplomacy, Trump chases the ultimate deal
As President Donald Trump lands in Singapore for a historic summit with the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, many of Trump’s advisers quietly worry he is overly eager to ink another deal — the biggest of his career — that could define his presidential legacy.
Nadal beats Thiem for 11th French Open crown
The world No. 1 wasn’t as invincible this year but he was still plenty good enough at the grand slam where he is virtually unbeatable. Nadal won a record-extending 11th title at Roland Garros and 17th major overall Sunday when he defeated his spirited challenger, Dominic Thiem, 6-4 6-3 6-2 in Paris.
Putin ready to meet Trump over arms race concerns
Putin said Trump had called for such a meeting several times and expressed his concerns on the issue, including in their most recent phone call. “I agree with him, and to have a meaningful discussion, our ministries of foreign affairs and experts should get involved and work closely together, and of course a meeting in person is necessary,” Putin told reporters at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Qingdao, China.
Actor Vince Vaughn arrested for DUI
Actor Vince Vaughn was arrested early Sunday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to authorities.
First Bond girl Eunice Gayson dies
“We are so sad to learn that Eunice Gayson, our very first ‘Bond girl’ who played Sylvia Trench in DR. NO and FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE has passed away,” producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli said in a statement. “Our sincere thoughts are with her family.”
‘Game of Thrones’ prequel gets pilot order at HBO
HBO has ordered a pilot for a possible spinoff of the mega hit series, the network confirmed to CNN. The new project, a prequel, comes from British screenwriter and producer Jane Goldman and “Game of Thrones” author George R.R. Martin. As previously reported, several ideas for possible “Game of Thrones” related projects had been in development.
France condemns Trump ‘anger’ after G7
Diplomacy cannot be dictated by “fits of anger”, French President Emmanuel Macron warned after a G7 summit in Canada ended in acrimony. In tweets, US President Donald Trump described host Justin Trudeau as “dishonest and weak” and retracted his endorsement of the joint communique. That statement sought to overcome deep disagreements, notably over trade.
Trump and Kim fly in for historic summit
US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un have arrived in Singapore for their historic summit. Mr Trump flew in aboard Air Force One, a few hours after Mr Kim touched down with his entourage.
Trump-Kim: Big planes and jogging guards
The US and North Korean leaders arrive in Singapore ahead of their historic summit.
What’s happening in this G7 picture?
Awkward moments were expected at the G7 summit and an Instagram post from the official account of German Chancellor Angela Merkel appears to have captured one of them. Here’s a who’s who of the people pictured, and where they stand on the trade row that defined the summit. 1.
What makes ‘serial poopers’ poo in public?
In parts of the world blessed with effective, modern sanitation, it’s widely understood that poo belongs inside a person, or a toilet. But if you follow the news, you might have noticed an abundance of stories about “serial poopers”: people who brazenly defecate in public, leaving shock (and, well, turds) in their wake.
Ukraine reporter fake killer details plot
The man allegedly hired to assassinate Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko in Ukraine says he played along to help authorities gather more information. Oleksiy Tsymbaliuk, a former Ukrainian Orthodox priest, says he alerted security services as soon as a fellow Ukrainian asked him to kill Babchenko. Officials staged the journalist’s death and some politicians blamed Russia.
Justin Trudeau To Trump: Canada ‘Will Not Be Pushed Around’
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau forcefully responded to Donald Trump ‘s trade threats at the Group of Seven summit in Quebec, vowing Saturday that Canada won’t be “pushed around” in a confrontation with the U.S. The war of words between Trudeau and Trump escalated after the U.S. president left the meeting early.
Trump Threatens To End Trade With Closest U.S. Allies
President Donald Trump said Saturday at the Group of Seven summit in Quebec, Canada, that the United States would “stop trading” with some of its closest allies unless they change what he believes to be unfair trade policies.
Ranking The Best New Shows On Netflix You Can Stream Right Now
For the weekend of June 9, Streamline recommends “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” in the top Netflix spot for the second time. It also has the top spot of the weekly Streamline ranking of all television, so you can read more about the show over there. “Sense8” has a series wrap.
Anthony Bourdain And The Dangerous Myth of ‘Having It All’
Anthony Bourdain joked about failing upward, about making every mistake imaginable yet still ending up with a dream job. He was paid to travel the world, talk about food, and share stories about people. So when the news broke Friday that he had died by suicide, it came as a particular shock.
An Inside Look At Singapore’s Last-Minute Summit Scramble
SINGAPORE – Secret Service agents and U.S. military service members arriving by the busload. Workers hurriedly repainting driveways and grooming roadside flowering shrubs. Barriers erected on roads, and warnings spreading on social media of impending traffic and flight delays. Just days before Tuesday’s scheduled summit between U.S.
The royal children got too cute at Queen Elizabeth’s birthday
Even if you’re a prince, you can still be an adorable, relatable toddler – and you can’t stop your older cousin from totally owning you in public. Little Prince George and his cousin Savannah Phillips stole the show at Buckingham Palace on Saturday during the Queen’s birthday flypast.
Famous Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un impersonators strike again
Kim Jong-un and Donald Trump were seen having a grand old time in Singapore – wait, no… their meeting isn’t until June 12. Sorry. Those famous Kim Jong-un and Donald Trump impersonators, Howard X and Dennis Alan, were the ones seen bro-ing it up in Singapore on Saturday, ahead of a meeting between the real world leaders.
‘Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order’ game is coming in 2019
We haven’t seen the Star Wars game that Titanfall developer Respawn Entertainment is working on, but at least we know a little more about it now. The game didn’t make any real appearance at Electronic Arts’ pre-E3 EA Play showcase, but Respawn boss Vince Zampella shared a few details.
Americans aren’t sold on the idea of sending astronauts back to the moon
Interest in the final frontier isn’t going anywhere. Earlier this year, the Pew Research Center surveyed more than 2,500 American adults, revealing that 70 percent of Americans believe it’s essential for the United States to be at the forefront of space exploration.
Macron straight-up turned Trump’s skin white with intense G7 handshake
The 2018 G7 summit is a nice opportunity for world leaders to gather and chat about important issues facing the planet. But more importantly, it’s another chance for French President Emmanuel Macron to prove he can own Donald Trump in their relentless handshake battle.
