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US soldier sentenced to nearly 4 years in Russian penal colony
A U.S. soldier has been sentenced to nearly four years in a Russian penal colony after being found guilty by a Russian court of stealing money from his girlfriend Alexandra Vashchuk and threatening to kill her. Army Staff Sgt. Gordon Black was sentenced to three years and nine months Wednesday, June 19. According to Russian media, Black partially admitted… -
Putin, Kim sign comprehensive partnership agreement in North Korea
Russian President Vladimir Putin receives a grand welcome from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as the two leaders strengthen their partnership. And tense moments during the White House briefing as someone appeared to faint as dangerous temperatures grip the nation’s capital. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, June 19, 2024.… -
Majority of Americans in favor of medical debt forgiveness: Poll
Even for those who have insurance, medical can bills can rack up fast in the event of an emergency and that can quickly land people in medical debt. That’s why medical debt forgiveness has become a priority for some lawmakers, and a new poll shows a majority of Americans are all for it. The poll… -
McDonald’s ending its AI drive-thru test with IBM
You will no longer be able to use artificial intelligence to order your Big Mac — at least for now. McDonald’s announced it is ending its AI drive-thru test run at more than 100 of its restaurants. “While there have been successes to date, we feel there is an opportunity to explore voice ordering solutions more broadly,”… -
Boeing CEO to testify before Senate committee
Boeing is back in the hot seat on Capitol Hill Tuesday, June 18, as the company’s CEO is set to testify before Congress. David Calhoun is scheduled to appear before the Senate Investigations Subcommittee about the company’s latest plan to fix its manufacturing problems. “Our culture is far from perfect, but we are taking action and making progress,” Calhoun… -
Biden administration announces protection for undocumented spouses of US citizens
President Joe Biden takes executive action to protect hundreds of thousands of undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. And from wildfires to tropical storms to extreme heat, much of the country is under alert for severe weather. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Biden administration announces protection for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens… -
Surgeon general wants tobacco-style warning labels on social media
The U.S. Surgeon General called on Congress to require tobacco-style warnings on social media platforms. In an op-ed released Monday, June 17, in The New York Times, Dr. Vivek Murthy reiterated his stance that the mental health crisis among young people is an “emergency.” Murthy reiterated that social media is one of the biggest reasons… -
‘Possible chemical agent’ released at Baltimore Pride event, several hurt
A “mass exodus” led to numerous injuries after a “possible chemical agent” and fireworks were deployed during a Baltimore Pride event Saturday, June 15, according to police. Baltimore police confirmed Sunday, June 16, that the possible chemical agent — released in front of the event’s main music stage near North Avenue and Charles Street —… -
American tourist found dead on Greek island; 3 people remain missing
An American tourist was found dead near the Greek island of Corfu on Sunday, June 16. This is just the latest in a string of recent cases in which tourists in the Greek islands have died or gone missing. The American tourist has not been identified by authorities, but police said he was last seen alive on… -
Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet as IDF announces ‘tactical pause’ in Rafah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disbanded his war cabinet as the Israeli army announces a ‘tactical pause’ in Rafah. And Maryland’s governor is set to pardon more than 175,000 marijuana convictions. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, June 17, 2024. Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet as IDF announces ‘tactical pause’ in Rafah Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin… -
Judge blocks Biden’s Title IX LGBTQ+ protections in 4 states
A federal judge has blocked the Biden administration’s new Title IX rule expanding protections for LGBTQ+ students in four states: Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana and Idaho. The Louisiana judge said the rule overstepped the Education Department’s authority. In a preliminary injunction granted Thursday, June 13, the judge called the new rule an “abuse of power” and a… -
Hamas official says it is not known how many hostages are still alive
As negotiators continue to try to finalize a deal between Israel and Hamas for a cease-fire and hostage release, a senior leader for Hamas said they don’t know how many of the hostages are still alive. There are said to be 120 hostages who have not returned home since the initial attack on Oct. 7, 2023, by the terrorist… -
Reports: Big 12 exploring selling name rights to title sponsor
People are all familiar with college football bowl games having sponsors — like the Allstate Sugar Bowl or the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. Now, reports indicate a naming rights partnership might be on the way not for another game, but for the Big 12 conference. This would be the first of ideal of its kind and…
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