Iran Halts Talks With US Over Israeli Escalation in Lebanon
Tehran is suspending indirect negotiations with Washington and is threatening to expand military pressure across key regional shipping routes: Iran state media.
Cargo Ship in Persian Gulf Hit by ‘Unknown Projectile’ as US–Iran Tensions Simmer
A UK maritime monitoring agency added that a large explosion was reported.
Burned Mail-In Ballots, Vandalism Reported in Los Angeles Days Before Election
People who may see suspicious activity involving ballots or election matters are advised to report it to the LA County Clerk and Registrar’s Office.
Hearing in Charlie Kirk Slaying Will Remain Open to Public, Judge Rules
The Utah judge also set a June 12 hearing on defense allegations that prosecutors’ public statements violated a gag order in the case of Tyler James Robinson.
Nancy Pelosi Held This Seat for 39 Years. Who Will Win It This Year?
Meet the candidates who are clamoring for the open San Francisco congressional district seat.
Sweden Unveils New Arctic Strategy Citing ‘Most Serious’ Security Situation Since WWII
The move comes at a time of heightened concern among the Eastern European and Baltic states about the threat posed by Russia.
Former Election Clerk Tina Peters Released From Prison
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis commuted her sentence in May.
US Moves to Restrict China’s Access to Advanced AI Chips
The guidance comes amid broader debate over Nvidia chip sales to China and U.S. efforts to protect advanced semiconductor technology.
European Factories Hit by Biggest Cost Surge in Nearly 4 Years
Higher energy prices and supply disruptions were driving inflation higher while slowing factory growth.
Heal the Dirt: How Farmers Are Detoxing America
An exclusive look into the fast-growing regenerative farming movement and how it focuses on fixing unhealthy food and chronic disease in America.
Supreme Court Won’t Allow Florida to Sue California Over Business Tax Policy
Florida argued that California created an unconstitutional scheme that penalizes companies that move out of the Golden State.
The Overlooked System That May Hold the Key to Heart Health
One of the body’s circulatory networks removes waste, excess fluids, and inflammatory debris–including trapped cholesterol.
$60 Million Pledged to Fast-Track Ebola Vaccines
An Ebola outbreak in the DRC in May has caused 291 confirmed cases, hundreds of suspected cases, and 43 confirmed deaths.
‘City on Fire’: Murder Amid Uprisings
Hong Kong is on a knife-edge, and a disgraced police superintendent must solve a grisly case before it explodes.
August Vollmer and the Path to Professionalizing the Police Industry
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ a war hero turned mailman becomes the face of fighting early 20th-century crime.

I Interviewed People Who Came Back From Death. They All Had a Similar Message.
Coming back from death is a real life-changer.

Wax, Pigment, and Two Cousins: The Story Behind Crayola
The world’s most beloved crayon has inspired creativity since the first box of eight rolled off the production line.
Judge Blocks Planned Closure of Kennedy Center and Orders Trump’s Name Removed From Building
The order came in response to a lawsuit filed by a Democratic congresswoman.

US Navy Warns of ‘Dangerous Military Activities’ in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. naval command said vessels involved in mine-laying could be targeted and that the blockade of Iranian ports remains in effect.
Trump Rescinds 50-Year-Old Rules Banning Off-Road Vehicles on Federal Lands
The president revoked regulations that he described as vague, burdensome, and an obstacle to legitimate access.
Tums Antacid Recalled Due to Possible Contamination, Notice Says
CVS Pharmacy announced the recall of two lots of Tums Ultra tablets due to the possibility of metal fragment contamination.

What To Know About Iowa’s Primary Election on Tuesday
Governors are up for reelection in 36 states across the country this fall, including Iowa.

Malaysia Begins Australian-Style Social Media Ban for Under 16s
Groups have raised concerns that it could limit children’s access to information, communication, and social participation, and increase surveillance.

Why US Oil Companies Are Holding Off on Drilling New Wells
‘Oil companies are hesitant to make such big investments over what may be a temporary price spike,’ economist Paul Mueller said.

Police Arrest Hundreds After Champions League Riots in France
‘This is not soccer; this is not sport; this is not what we love,’ French President Emmanuel Macron said.

Drooling, Snoring, Nightmares: How to Ease Common Sleep Problems
A restful night’s sleep requires balance in both body and mind—even small changes can make a big difference.

Tick Tactics: Effective Strategies to Keep Ticks Away
Expert-backed strategies to avoid tick bites this season—from repellents and clothing to essential oils and tick checks.
39,000 People Took Part in a 31-Day Challenge to Improve Sleep. Here’s What Happened
These habits work, because they give the body what it’s constantly seeking: predictability.
Yogurt Chicken With Indian Raita, Coriander Chutney, and Rotis
“The Great British Bake Off” contestant and author Chetna Makan’s latest cookbook aims to make Indian food more accessible.

Texture Paint a Ceiling
Texture is an attractive way to add interest and dimension to an otherwise flat surface.

Final Call to Duty: Inside the Nurses Honor Guard
Retired nurses and volunteers ensure that fallen colleagues receive a hero’s farewell.

Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul: ‘The Room Where It Happened’
Be advised, to pass through the wrought iron gates of the Casa Azul—the home of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera—is to enter a realm of the spirits.


















































































