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SpaceX filed Wednesday for the an initial public offering that is expected to raise at least $75 billion and would value the company at as much as $2 trillion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

This delayed overtaking of Pratt by Raman was largely expected, because California’s vote-by-mail system accepts ballots postmarked on or before Election Day and received within seven days of the election.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

In Arlington, Texas, where England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia on 17 June, temperatures have hit 36C this week - and even more heat is expected as the tournament progresses.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The ECB is widely expected to raise interest rates for the first time since 2023 on Thursday, and some economists are worried.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Jonah expected the other kids to begin shouting out, “Time travel? What are you talking about? Are you nuts?” or “The ripple? The paradox? Yeah, right. Try the psych ward!”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix