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On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1961, Kip Winger, American rock singer-songwriter and musician was born. In 1973, John Mitchell, English guitarist, vocalist and songwriter was born. In 1978, Rim'K, French rapper was born. In 1979, Kostas Katsouranis, Greek footballer was born. In 1986, Assi Rahbani, Lebanese singer-songwriter and producer (born 1923) passed away. In 1989, Abubaker Kaki, Sudanese runner was born. In 1989, The U.S. Supreme Court rules in Texas v. Johnson, 491 U.S. 397, that American flag-burning is a form of political protest protected by the First Amendment. In 1993, Hungrybox, Argentine-American esports player was born. In 2000, Section 28 (of the Local Government Act 1988), outlawing the 'promotion' of homosexuality in the United Kingdom, is repealed in Scotland with a 99 to 17 vote. In 2005, Jaime Sin, Filipino cardinal (born 1928) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

What is ‘Austin Bop’? Vile new TikTok trend has Karmelo Anthony supporters dancing, reenacting Austin Metcalf's murder

Hindustan Times

June 17, 2026

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In the new TikTok trend, Karmelo Anthony supporters dance while making repeated thrusting and stabbing motions toward the chest to mock Austin Metcalf’s murder.

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