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Live updates: US-Iran war; Deadline to reach deal passes with no end to conflict in sight - cnn.com

Meanwhile, the 60-day window for the US and Iran to reach an agreement toward ending the war has passed. Follow for live updates.

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Live Updates: U.S. and Iran locked in a stalemate as 60-day negotiation period ends - CBS News

The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to reach a wider peace deal and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz expires Monday, with no deal in sight.

CBS News • Aug 17, 2026
Actor Hayden Panettiere, known for roles in ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36 - NBC News

The cause and manner of death were unclear. Panettiere revealed this year that she struggled with postpartum depression and addiction, which she said led to her decision to give up custody of her daughter in 2018.

NBC News • Aug 17, 2026
Trump orders military to ‘substantially reduce’ joint exercises with South Korea - NBC News

The president said he has directed the Pentagon to scale down the exercises, citing South Korea’s refusal to join the war in Iran and his “very good” relationship with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un.

NBC News • Aug 17, 2026

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Weekend Box Office: Spider-Man: Brand New Day Crosses $2 Billion Worldwide - Rotten Tomatoes

Spider-Man scored the second-best third weekend of all time with $70 million, besting 'Avatar' and its first sequel.

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Trump orders military to ‘substantially reduce’ joint exercises with South Korea - NBC News

The president said he has directed the Pentagon to scale down the exercises, citing South Korea’s refusal to join the war in Iran and his “very good” relationship with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un.

NBC News • Aug 17, 2026

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