Here’s a look at what made news on June 15, 2025.

• **”JJ Spaun’s Epic Victory at the US Open”**: In a dramatic and chaotic conclusion to the US Open, JJ Spaun emerged victorious. The event will be heavily analyzed for whether Oakmont delivered a great or disappointing championship.
• **”Malik Tillman’s Dominant Performance in Gold Cup Kickoff”**: Malik Tillman scored twice, leading the United States to a commanding 5-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago in the Concacaf Gold Cup opener, ending a four-game losing streak.
• **”Trump Rejects Israeli Plan to Eliminate Iran’s Supreme Leader”**: According to a US official, President Donald Trump rejected a plan presented by Israel to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The plan was turned down in recent days.
• **”Death of ‘No Kings’ Protester in Utah Shooting”**: Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, a demonstrator at Salt Lake City’s “No Kings” protest, was fatally shot during the event. Utah police confirmed his death and stated that he was not the intended target.
• **”Mike Pence Warns Against Trump Taking Putin’s Advice on Iran-Israel Conflict”**: Former Vice President Mike Pence warned against President Donald Trump taking advice from Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the conflict between Israel and Iran.
• **”Threat to the Rule of Law in America”**: The rule of law in America is under threat, with concerns highlighted by the presence of the California National Guard and US Customs and Border Protection agents outside the Federal Building in Los Angeles.
• **”West Virginia Flash Floods Cause Death and Destruction”**: Torrential rains caused flash floods in northern West Virginia, resulting in three deaths and several missing people. The damage to roads, bridges, and infrastructure is currently being assessed.
• **”Angel Reese: Second-Youngest WNBA Player with a Triple-Double”**: Angel Reese, at the age of 23, became the second-youngest WNBA player to record a triple-double, contributing to the Chicago Sky’s 78-66 win over the Connecticut Sun.
• **”Quest to End Homelessness in New Brunswick”**: Marcel LeBrun, founder of the 12 Neighbours tiny home community, aims to eliminate homelessness in New Brunswick, starting with Fredericton. His new project, Neighbourly Homes, requires municipal and community support to succeed.
• **”Pope Leo’s Video Message to Chicagoans”**: Pope Leo XIV, a native of Illinois and White Sox fan, delivered a video message to young people during a mass organized by the archdiocese of Chicago at the White Sox ballpark.
• **”Majority of Americans Disapprove of Trump’s Immigration Policies”**: A new poll indicates that the majority of Americans disapprove of President Trump’s immigration policies, despite it being his strongest policy issue.
• **”Trump’s Proposed Bill Threatens EV Subsidies and Tesla”**: President Trump’s new bill proposes to eliminate federal tax incentives for electric vehicles (EVs), posing a potential threat to Elon Musk’s company, Tesla.
• **”Bayern’s Dominant Performance Against Auckland City at Club World Cup”**: Despite successfully stopping Harry Kane from scoring, Auckland City conceded 10 goals to Bayern Munich’s other players during their Club World Cup match.
• **”Decline in Illegal Border Crossings Amid Trump Crackdown”**: Amid President Trump’s crackdown on illegal migration, the U.S.-Mexico border sees record lows in illegal crossings.
• **”Final Round of US Open Golf at Oakmont”**: The final round of the US Open golf tournament at Oakmont features intense action and potential for surprises.
• **”Insight into Rory McIlroy’s Indifference”**: Rory McIlroy’s apparent indifference towards the US PGA Championship has sparked curiosity and speculation among observers.
• **”Criticism of Trump’s Military Parade”**: Kentucky Republican Sen. Rand Paul criticized President Trump’s military parade as an expensive, weapon-glorifying spectacle. The parade marked the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.