5 things to know for June 1: ICE protests, ‘The Claw,’ Iran war, cave rescue, World Cup

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Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day.

1️⃣ ICE protests

Protests outside an ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, have led to multiple arrests and prompted city officials to impose a nightly curfew until further notice. Demonstrators have gathered for days outside the privately owned, 1,000-bed facility, which has faced allegations of inhumane conditions for months. Read more.

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2️⃣ ‘The Claw’

Construction crews are building a fight cage on the South Lawn of the White House, where a massive UFC lighting rig known as “The Claw” now towers over the building. More than 90,000 spectators are expected to descend on the grounds next week for the mixed martial arts fights intended to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. Who’s fighting?

3️⃣ Iran war

The US and Iran traded a new wave of strikes over the weekend as President Donald Trump sent back changes to a proposed peace deal. The exact revisions Trump requested weren’t immediately clear, but officials said he has insisted on tougher language surrounding Iran’s nuclear commitments and its pledge to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Read more.

4️⃣ Cave rescue

Hope remains for two villagers still missing inside a flooded cave network in Laos after five men were recently rescued. More than a week into the search, local crews say they are investigating a possible “knocking response” deep inside a cave shaft where the men are believed to remain trapped. Read more.

5️⃣ World Cup

The World Cup is nearly here, bringing millions of fans to 16 venues across Canada, Mexico and the US. In Mexico City, where the tournament opens on June 11, officials are bolstering security as part of a coordinated multinational effort. Read more.

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