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Russia labels Ukraine’s F-16 jets nuclear threat, warns against French involvement
Tensions are mounting as French President Emmanuel Macron suggested to The Economist that he might send troops to Ukraine if Russia breaks through the front lines. Macron warned that a Russian victory could prompt further aggression in Europe. In response, Russia has stated that any French soldiers deployed would be considered legitimate targets. Amid these… -
Republicans demand answers after Biden admin halts Israel bomb shipments
The Biden administration confirmed it paused shipments of ammunition to Israel amid fears of a potential ground invasion near the Gaza border city of Rafah. Republicans demanded answers following this development. Last month, Congress passed a $95 billion foreign aid package for Israel and Ukraine. The package allocated $15 billion for the Israeli military. According… -
OpenAI partners with publisher of People magazine
OpenAI has partnered with Dotdash Meredith, the publisher of People magazine, to enhance its ChatGPT system. Dotdash Meredith said the collaboration will incorporate “trusted content” from the company’s array of brands — including “Better Homes & Gardens,” “Food & Wine” and “InStyle” — providing ChatGPT with access to recipes, health information, entertainment coverage and product… -
Russian airstrikes damage Ukrainian energy facilities
Russian airstrikes hit nearly a dozen Ukrainian infrastructure sites early Wednesday, May 8, damaging three Soviet-era thermal power plants. Ukrainian officials reported that the strikes injured three people and impacted energy facilities, homes and public transportation across several regions. “The world slept through the revival of Nazism — at 5 a.m. on February 24, 2022,” Ukrainian… -
US pauses shipment of bombs to Israel amid concerns over Rafah operation
The U.S. paused a shipment of bombs to Israel amid concerns over an invasion in Rafah. Stormy Daniels testifies in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump, prompting a bid for a mistrial by his legal team. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, May 8, 2024. US pauses shipment of… -
Majority of US renters believe they will never own their own home
According to a housing survey by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the prospect of renters transitioning to homeownership is fading away. Respondents believe they’ll never become homeowners. Results reveal that nearly 75% of renters find obtaining a mortgage “somewhat or very difficult,” marking an almost 8.5% increase from 2023, which the New York… -
Ukraine says it foiled Russian plot to kill Zelenskyy; 2 Ukrainian colonels arrested
Ukrainian counterintelligence foiled an alleged plot by Russia’s Federal Security Service to kill President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other senior Ukrainian officials. Investigators said the assassination plan came from Moscow, and it implicated two colonels within Ukraine’s State Security Department who allegedly provided financial support and sensitive information to the Russian FSB. According to Ukraine’s Security… -
US Army sergeant detained in Russia on theft charges
A U.S. soldier was detained in Russia on criminal charges on May 2, according to Army officials. Officials said the soldier, identified as Staff Sgt. Gordon D. Black, is being accused of theft. Black’s mother said he was visiting his girlfriend at the time of his arrest. According to the Army, Black was in the process of switching stations… -
Boeing Starliner spacecraft launch scrubbed due to mechanical issue
Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft encountered another setback Monday, May 6, as a planned launch was delayed due to a valve issue in the rocket’s upper stage, just hours before liftoff. Commander Barry “Butch” Wilmore and co-pilot Sunita Williams were already preparing for the flight when the scrub was announced. This test flight — the first manned mission for… -
Israel takes control of Rafah border crossing amid cease-fire talks
The Israeli military seized control of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt amid talks of a cease-fire. Boeing faces another delay after its Starliner’s mission to space was scrubbed at the last minute. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Israel takes control of Rafah border crossing amid… -
Russia plans tactical nuclear drills after ‘provocative’ remarks from the West
Vladimir Putin begins his fifth, six-year term as Russian president Tuesday, May 7. He has led the country for over 24 years. As Russia continues its prolonged conflict with Ukraine, the Russian Defense Ministry announced plans on Monday for tactical nuclear weapon drills in the near future. These exercises aim to prepare Russia’s non-strategic nuclear… -
Noem’s publisher to cut Kim Jong Un passage from memoir after controversy
Republican South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s book publisher, Center Street, stated it will be removing a passage from reprints of her upcoming memoir titled “No Going Back.” The passage in question is where Noem claims she met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. “I remember when I met with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un,”… -
In blow to 2024 graduates, Columbia axes main commencement after protests
On Monday, May 6, Columbia University in New York City announced it is canceling the universitywide commencement ceremony due to security concerns over pro-Palestinian protests. Instead, small, school-based ceremonies will be held. The decision comes after weeks of demonstrations that disrupted campus life. Students had set up encampments on the campus grounds, which were cleared…
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