VOL. 2026 · NO. 170 WINCHESTER, MASSACHUSETTS FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026

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The US says ASML’s top chip tool may be in China. ASML says it isn’t

There's a commercial logic that cuts against the idea that ASML would risk its export license to arm a Chinese customer.
TechCrunch
U.S. Politics · Also Worth Reading

Amber extreme heat warning issued as 35C heatwave approaches

Temperatures are expected to peak in the mid-30s Celsius on Monday and Tuesday with impacts on health and a risk of disruption to travel.
BBC News
Science · Also Worth Reading

Farage blames Makerfield defeat on anti-Starmer votes

The Reform UK leader says he is "disappointed" with his party's performance in the key by-election.
BBC News

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Tories pick themselves up off the floor with unexpected Scottish by-election win

The Conservatives secured a comfortable victory over the SNP in Aberdeen South after throwing everything at the seat.
BBC News