Iran talks delayed after new strikes; Renovated Reflecting Pool already peeling

Peace talks with Iran are next on the agenda. So why has Vice President JD Vance’s trip been delayed as Israel resumes strikes in Lebanon? The answer could shape what happens next. Plus, more than two feet of rain turns parts of the Gulf Coast into lakes. Homes are flooded, vehicles are swept away and the danger isn’t over yet. And the Pentagon made flu shots optional. Now, a major outbreak at an Air Force training base is forcing military leaders to change course. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, June 19, 2026.