Politics & World Affairs — June 5, 2026
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Actor James Handy killed. The 81-year-old actor known for roles in Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick was stabbed to death, with his girlfriend’s son arrested.
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Xi visits North Korea. China’s president will travel to Pyongyang June 8-9 for his first visit in seven years as North Korea strengthens ties with Russia.
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US sanctions Cuban president. The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on President Miguel Díaz-Canel as Cuba continues experiencing food shortages and blackouts.
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