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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Israel urges acceptance of a U.N.-endorsed ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas. Reuters

Blinken in Israel as UN Security Council endorses cease-fire plan

It's day two of jury deliberations in Hunter Biden's federal gun trial. The president's son could face up to 25 years in prison if convicted. AP Images

Jury deliberations to resume in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial

In the wake of the European Parliament elections, French President Emmanuel Macron called for a snap election. Here's what that means. Getty Images

Macron calls for snap election after EU ‘drubbing.’ What does it mean?

A Ukrainian drone spotted a wounded soldier who signaled with his military ID, leading to a rapid rescue by the 47th Mechanized Brigade. Ukraine Armed Forces

Ukrainian drone spots wounded soldier, prompts rapid rescue

Benny Gantz resigns from Israel's war cabinet, citing Netanyahu's failure to devise a post-war plan for Gaza by June 8. Getty Images

Benny Gantz resigns from Israel’s war cabinet

Former President Donald Trump will virtually attend a virtual pre-sentencing interview related to his New York criminal charges June 10. AP Images

Trump to attend virtual pre-sentencing interview

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will address Congress on July 24 to discuss Israel's war against Hamas amid growing U.S. tensions. Getty Images

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress in July

President Joe Biden told ABC News he will not pardon his son, Hunter, if he's convicted on federal gun charges AP Images

President says he would not pardon Hunter Biden in federal gun trial

A geological park in China, which touts the country's tallest 'continuous' waterfall, has admitted to pumping water into the falls using man-made pipes. The park said that it made the move to make visitors trip to the park more "worthwhile." Getty Images

Social media video reveals China’s tallest waterfall isn’t all that natural

The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed that a 59-year-old man from Mexico died from bird flu caused by the H5N2 strain. Getty Images

WHO confirms first human death from bird flu

The battle of the balloons continues. Under the cover of darkness, North Korean defectors sent more balloons from south to north Thursday.  Reuters

North Korean defectors send balloons with leaflets, cash, K-pop

Israel struck a Hamas compound in a Gaza school, claiming it killed fighters. Hamas-run media said 30 civilians died. Reuters

Israel targets Hamas compound at Gaza school, dozens reportedly killed

President Joe Biden is among the dozens of world leaders who are commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day in France. Reuters

Biden joins world leaders, veterans for 80th anniversary of D-Day

Arizona lawmakers voted to add a ballot measure that would make crossing the border from Mexico without authorization a state crime. Getty Images

Arizona lawmakers add immigration enforcement measure to November ballot

Philippine marines deny pointing weapons in South China Sea, citing self-defense amid aggressive maneuvers and supply interception by China. Getty Images

‘We have the right to defend ourselves’: Philippines, China tensions rise

In recent interview President Joe Biden suggested that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be prolonging the war in Gaza for political reasons. AP Images

Biden suggests Netanyahu politically motivated to extend war in Gaza

Scientists said blood oxygen levels approaching these ranges found in the study could compromise oxygen flow to vital organs during travel. Getty Images

Study: In-flight alcohol intake compromises oxygen levels, heart rate

Scientists discovered a marine fungus, Parengydontium album, that breaks down plastic, offering hope in the battle against plastic pollution. Getty Images

Scientists discover plastic-eating fungus in ocean environments

X now formally allows users to post consensual adult content AP Images

X formally allowing users to post consensual adult content

The Border Patrol arrested Gerardo Henao 14 hours after President Joe Biden suspended asylum processing at the U.S. border with Mexico this week. But instead of being summarily deported, he was dropped off by agents the next day at a San Diego bus stop, where he caught a train to the airport for a flight to Newark, New Jersey. AP Images

Biden to sign executive order temporarily limiting border crossings

China’s lunar spacecraft, Chang’e-6, lifted off from the far side of the moon Tuesday with rock and soil samples. The spacecraft deployed China’s flag on the moon’s surface before entering orbit.  Reuters

China plants flag on far side of the moon, returning to Earth with samples

Opening statements are set to begin in Hunter Biden's federal gun charges trial after a jury was seated on the first day. AP Images

Opening statements to begin in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial

A group of Russian propagandists are reportedly targeting the 2024 Paris Olympic Games through fake warnings and news reports. It's part of an effort to stoke fears and undermine the games as French President Emmanuel Macron considers sending troops to Ukraine. Getty Images

Russian propagandists targeting 2024 Paris Olympics to undermine Games

The U.S. military’s new Cyber Command chief and head of the National Security Agency has sounded the alarm about a stealthy Chinese cyber threat to critical American infrastructure. Unlike typical cyber intrusions that steal data or military secrets, this threat sits dormant within civilian systems, primed for disruptive attacks. Reuters

US identifies stealth Chinese cyber threat ‘prepositioning’ in critical infrastructure