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Truck Veers Off Road, Crashes into Provo Residence

A Ford truck crashed into a home in Provo, Utah, injuring the driver and a resident. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. near 200 N 900 E. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was conscious and transported to Utah Valley Hospital, while the resident sustained injuries from debris and was treated on the scene. The cause of the crash remains unknown, and officials are assessing the damage and stabilizing the structure, requesting residents to avoid the area.

National News

Jennifer Lopez Cancels 2024 Tour to Spend Time with Family

Jennifer Lopez has canceled her 2024 North American tour, “This Is Me...Live,” to spend time with her family. This would have been her first tour in five years, supporting her album “This Is Me... Now.” The tour, set to start in June and end in August, will have all tickets refunded through Ticketmaster. Lopez expressed her sadness and promised to make it up to her fans in a heartfelt message.

International News

War with China Not Imminent or Unavoidable, Says US Defense Secretary

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that a war with China is neither imminent nor unavoidable, emphasizing the need for dialogue to prevent misunderstandings amid rising tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. Austin's remarks at the Shangri-La defense forum in Singapore highlighted the importance of renewed communication between US and Chinese defense officials, particularly in light of longstanding disputes over Taiwan and the South China Sea. He reaffirmed the US's commitment to its allies and stressed the significance of ongoing talks to manage strategic risks and prevent conflicts.

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Boeing and NASA Halt Starliner Launch Moments Before Liftoff

Boeing and NASA had to cancel the launch of the Starliner spacecraft, which was set to carry astronauts to the International Space Station for the first time, just minutes before liftoff. The launch, initially scheduled for June 1, was postponed due to an undisclosed issue. This crewed flight, a critical test for the Starliner system, has already faced several delays, while SpaceX's Dragon capsule has been operational since 2020.

Events

June 1st

• Twisted Pine - Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 12:00 PM

• Brazilian Food Fest - Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 12:00 PM

• Utah Philharmonic Orchestra - Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:30 PM

June 2nd

• Javier Rosas - Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM

• Free Sunday Concert Series 2024- Sun-Jun-2-2024: 7:00 PM - 11:59 PM

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