Almanac June 26 2025 highlights and facts
Almanac for Thursday June 26 2025 notes today is the 177th day of the year and the seventh day of summer. It lists birthdays for noted figures such as Pearl S Buck and Derek Jeter, cites the United Nations as having 193 member states, shares a Pearl S Buck quote, and notes Milton Glaser designed the heart NY logo in 1977 with a $0 amount reference. The moon phase spans from new moon on June 25 to first quarter on July 2.
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Aftermath of Iran strike tests limits of diplomacy and deterrence
Bloomberg Opinion notes the Fordow strike was tactically flawless yet cannot end Iran’s nuclear ambitions. It argues future policy hinges on diplomacy and inspections, warning three likely Iranian responses: regaining capability, expanding defenses, and renewed drive to weaponize. It cites nonproliferation norms and the NPT IAEA framework.
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U.S. action ends appeasement toward Iran
Nolan Finley argues the United States shifted from appeasing Iran to decisive aerial strikes on Fordo Isfahan and Natanz, predicting a potential wider conflict but a net move toward deterring Tehran. He credits Israel and US cooperation, notes GOP opposition, and frames Iran as beclouded by weaknesses after the strikes.
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Make America Healthy Again agenda undercut by GOP cuts
Washington Post columnist Catherine Rampell surveys Kennedy’s MAHA plan, noting Trump budget proposals slash SNAP and WIC, cut nutrition education, and shrink Medicaid while claiming to curb waste. She highlights environmental rollbacks and cuts to CDC and EPA staff as contrary to health aims.
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