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Secretary Mayorkas reports a drop in U.S.-Mexico border crossings following President Biden's executive order limiting asylum claims. Getty Images

Mayorkas reports drop in US-Mexico border crossings after Biden order

President Joe Biden takes executive action to protect undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. Getty Images

Biden administration announces protection for undocumented spouses of US citizens

China, Philippines clash in South China Sea; collision near Second Thomas Shoal fuels diplomatic tensions. Reuters

China, Philippines clash over South China Sea ship collision

For the first time ever, solar power is surpassing oil in terms of energy production capacity, according to a Bloomberg report. Getty Images

Solar power is outpacing Big Oil in a shift that China may benefit the most from

Puerto Rico's election commission reported an issue with Dominion voting machines used in its primary, which have also been used in the U.S. Getty Images

Puerto Rico officials: Dominion software issue to blame for errors in vote counts

An American tourist was found dead near Greek island of Corfu amid heat wave in Greece, as the search for three others continue. Reuters

American tourist found dead on Greek island; 3 people remain missing

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his war cabinet as his military announces "tactical pause" in Gaza. Getty Images

Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet as IDF announces ‘tactical pause’ in Rafah

A top Hamas official says it is known how may hostages are alive as ceasefire negotiations continue between Israel and Hamas. Getty Images

Hamas official says it is not known how many hostages are still alive

The Supreme Court unanimously voted to preserve nationwide access to the abortion pill, rejecting a challenge to how the FDA regulates it. Getty Images

Supreme Court preserves access to abortion pill

Lia Thomas, a transgender swimmer, has lost her case against World Aquatics' transgender policy, barring her from competition. AP Images

Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas loses case, barred from elite women’s races

Denmark recalled spicy ramen brand Samyang due to health risks, citing acute poisoning potential. The noodles became popular on social media. Getty Images

Denmark officials warn ‘fire noodles’ too spicy for consumption

President Biden attends G7 Summit in Italy, expected to sign a 10-year security pact with Ukraine and endorse a $50 billion loan plan. Getty Images

US, Ukraine set to sign 10-year security pact at G7 summit  

Biden administration faces a lawsuit from the ACLU and immigrant groups after closing U.S. southern border, restricting asylum claims. Getty Images

ACLU sues Biden administration over new asylum rule

Attorney General Merrick Garland says House has "turned a serious congressional authority into a partisan weapon" after contempt vote. Getty Images

Attorney General Merrick Garland held in contempt of Congress

Anti-Israel posters targeted the Brooklyn Museum's Jewish director and board members' homes during an antisemitic vandalism incident. Eric Adams via X

Brooklyn Museum director, board targeted in antisemitic vandalism attack

Russian warships and a nuclear-powered submarine enroute to Cuban conducted military drills in the Atlantic on Tuesday. The U.S. military has been monitoring the activity, but said it sees no "imminent threat" from the drills. AP Images

Russian naval forces conduct drills 100 miles off coast of Florida in show of force

Israeli airstrike kills Hezbollah commander, prompting rocket strikes from Lebanon. Tensions rise as cease-fire talks remain stalled in Gaza. Getty Images

Hezbollah fires rockets into Israel after airstrike kills commander

Eight suspected terrorists with possible ties to ISIS were arrested. Efforts are now underway to deport the detained suspects. Getty Images

8 suspected terrorists with ties to ISIS detained after crossing US border

Hamas responds to U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal with amendments, Israel views it as rejection, amid ongoing Gaza conflict and tensions. Getty Images

Hamas submits its response to cease-fire proposal

A United Nations inquiry published Wednesday morning, June 12, found that both Israel and Hamas committed war crimes during the early stages of the Gaza war. The U.N. Commission of Inquiry, which also accused Israel of crimes against humanity due to significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage in Gaza, released the findings in two separate reports.  Getty Images

Israel, Hamas committed war crimes, UN inquiry says

What's next now that Hunter Biden has been convicted on all 3 federal gun charges? Learn more in the Morning Rundown for June 12. AP Images

Hunter Biden Convicted on all 3 federal gun charges

Ukraine is trying to take the momentum on the battlefield, which means the country's armed forces saw several 'firsts' in this war. Getty Images

Ukraine stabilizes frontlines, posts notable firsts

Sen. Rubio warns of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang linked to major crimes, including trafficking and violence, across the U.S. Getty Images

US officials warn of Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang crossing border

Think you're making the heart-healthy choice by opting for plant-based meat? Think again. A new study shows it could kill you. Getty Images

Study: Plant-based ultra-processed foods linked to heart disease, death