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Stacey King, three-time NBA champion with Chicago Bulls, dies at 59
Stacey King, a former Chicago Bulls forward and long-serving colour commentator, has died at the age of 59 following a fall at his home. King won three NBA championships with the Bulls in the 1990s alongside Michael Jordan and served as a broadcaster for the team for nearly two decades, beginning in 2006. The Chicago Bulls announced his passing on Sunday, June 7, 2026, with owner Jerry Reinsdorf and the organisation expressing deep sorrow. Tributes have poured in from fans and the wider NBA community, praising King’s energy, humour, and connection with the city.
Reporting trail: ESPN | Primary source for the announcement, career statistics, and quotes from Bulls ownership.
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Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' if US attacks; Washington adds sanctions
Tensions between Cuba and the United States have escalated following reports that Havana has acquired over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran. In response, the US Treasury imposed new sanctions on Cuba’s main intelligence agency, nine Cuban nationals, and several senior Communist Party officials and generals. Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel warned that a US attack would result in a "bloodbath," asserting Cuba’s right to self-defence. The diplomatic friction occurs against a backdrop of severe economic strain in Cuba, driven by an oil blockade and halted Venezuelan shipments, which has led to significant energy crises and blackouts. Concurrently, the Trump administration is reportedly seeking to indict former President Raul Castro, while CIA Director John Ratcliffe recently visited Havana for negotiations.