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It's Tuesday, June 24, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• Israel-Iran ceasefire sees violations right after being announced.

• Cannabis eases pain and sleep issues but is it worth it?

• Child care vs. home costs is what Americans are debating. 

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Iran, Israel Ceasefire Sees Shaky Future

Israel accused Iran of violating a ceasefire announced earlier Tuesday by President Trump to end the 12-day war. Hours after Trump declared, “THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT… PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT!,” Israel detected missile launches and responded with strikes on regime targets in Tehran. Iran launched at least six waves of missiles at Israel in the hours leading up to — and just minutes after — the ceasefire was set to begin, resulting in multiple reported casualties.

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant ordered a “forceful” military response, calling the violation unacceptable. Iran has not publicly confirmed it agreed to the truce. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel had achieved its war aims and accepted the ceasefire before Iran launched more missiles. Israel struck back again. Did Netanyahu plan the attack a year in advance?

The truce followed Tehran’s missile strike on a U.S. air base in Qatar, launched in response to an American attack on three major Iranian nuclear sites. (Watch) The strike caused no casualties, as the U.S. and Qatar were forewarned. Trump called the attack “weak” and said Iran had “gotten it out of their system”, even thanking Tehran for “giving us early notice”. What is the air base? Oil prices dropped once it became clear Iran wasn’t seeking wider escalation. A senior White House official said Trump brokered the truce in a direct call with Netanyahu, with Vice President JD Vance and other top officials coordinating talks with Iran.

Related Read:Israel’s 12-hour warning to Iran’s top general.

Abortion Cases Rose In 2024 — A Deep Dive

Abortions in the U.S. rose to 1.14 million in 2024, driven largely by increased access to abortion pills through telehealth, according to a new report by #WeCount. By year’s end, one in four abortions were done via telemedicine, with half of those facilitated by providers in states with “shield laws” that allow mailing pills to states with bans. Despite 17 states banning most or all abortions, “abortion bans haven’t stopped people from seeking care,” said Alison Norris, co-chair of #WeCount. 

The data reflects a shift in how patients access care post-Roe, with more relying on shield law protections now being tested in court. One of the major reasons for the rise could be that Telehealth offers a cheaper, more accessible alternative to traveling for care, said researcher Isaac Maddow-Zimet, as legal battles around interstate abortion access continue to intensify.

More than 1 in 7 people traveled across state lines for an abortion in the U.S. last year, per new Guttmacher data. The findings underscore how the Supreme Court’s Dobbs ruling continues to fracture access and shape care nationwide.

NYC Mayoral Primary: What’s At Stake?

As a heat wave scorches NYC and security tightens after U.S. airstrikes on Iran, voters will head to the polls on Tuesday to choose the Democratic nominee for mayor. Despite early turnout doubling from 2021, most will vote on election day — with temperatures topping 100°F and long lines expected at over 1,200 polling sites.

Tuesday’s primary will decide which of the 11 Democrats will face Mayor Eric Adams in November. The race pits former Governor Andrew Cuomo, running on safety and experience, against Assembly member Zohran Mamdani, who’s pushing rent freezes and free child care. Though Cuomo has led in most polls, a new Emerson survey shows Mamdani could win under ranked-choice voting.

The election’s outcome may shape the Democratic Party’s direction ahead of the 2026 midterms. Most voters cite housing, inflation and public safety as top concerns, fearing the city is veering off track and needs change. How could the results emerge?

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Her Hustle

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The Style Edit

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The Fame Frame

💔 Justin and Hailey Bieber reportedly struggling to save marriage amid tensions.

🔥 Cardi B teases fiery new album ‘Am I the Drama?’

🎥 ‘28 Years Later’ scares UK and Ireland box office to life.

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🎬 Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise reunite, revving spirits at F1 London premiere!

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— Bryan Stevenson