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Good morning. It’s Monday, June 15, and these expert tips for being more patient might be useful as you head into another work week. Let’s catch up.

The terms: President Donald Trump said he agreed to end the U.S. blockade on Iran’s ports in exchange for an extended ceasefire and Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
But thorny issues remain: The deal leaves Iran’s leadership intact and the fate of its nuclear program unresolved. It is a far cry from Trump’s initial objectives for the war.

The fight also kicked off this summer’s D.C.-anchored celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary. (Evan Vucci/AFP/Getty Images)

What happened? Trump sat ringside under a “Claw” that towered over the White House. He would have expected a warm reception, but he was met with a mix of cheers and boos.
An unprecedented scene: The use of the White House for the event sparked disbelief, even among some UFC fans. See more eye-catching photos from the night in this album.
Our columnist’s take: Monica Hesse described the fight as a pseudo-patriotic grift.

Why? Price increases, driven by the Iran war, have made it harder for Republicans to make an economic case ahead of the midterms. There is increasing anxiety among Trump’s allies.
As the midterms approach: Voters are unhappy about much more than gas prices. Millions of Americans, even those earning good money, are struggling to make ends meet.
In other political news: Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized yesterday.

Wreckage in a field next to Butler Memorial Airport. (KMBC/Reuters)

What happened? The plane failed to gain altitude and crashed near Butler Memorial Airport, officials said. Family members on the ground witnessed the crash.
The cause isn’t clear: Investigators will travel to the scene today to examine radar data, weather information, maintenance records and the pilot’s medical history.

ADHD affects millions of Americans: It is characterized by differences in brain development and activity that can lead to kids being inattentive, overactive and impulsive.
Now: A growing body of evidence suggests people with ADHD may be at higher risk of these other health conditions, including disordered eating, chronic pain and migraines.

People start to lose muscle in their 40s: It’s natural, but you have a lot more control over how much you lose — and at what rate — than you probably imagine.
Take action: Our expert shared these four golden rules. The bottom line is to ensure that your muscles are consistently challenged, adequately fueled and properly recovered.

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What’s your favorite silly one-liner? Post readers told us their best groan-worthy jokes. We’ll give you one classic example: “So long, boiling water. You will be mist.”
A good reason to tell that joke today: Research suggests humor plays a meaningful role in parenting, and shared laughter might help to strengthen father-child bonds.

One more good read: This city is getting homes built twice as fast —