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Hamas submits its response to cease-fire proposal
Hamas responded Tuesday, June 11, to a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal for Gaza, suggesting amendments but not fully committing to the terms. Israel is viewing the response as a rejection. Hamas insists any cease-fire should lead to a permanent end to the war, including the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the reconstruction of Gaza, along with the release… -
Israel, Hamas committed war crimes, UN inquiry says
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. The… -
Hunter Biden Convicted on all 3 federal gun charges
Hunter Biden has been convicted on all charges in his federal gun trial and what that could mean for his future. And a federal judge says a Florida law blocking treatment for trans youth is “unconstitutional.” These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, June 12. Hunter Biden convicted on all 3 federal gun… -
Study: Plant-based ultra-processed foods linked to heart disease, death
For a long time, health experts have said that eating a plant-based diet is good for your health, but it turns out that is not always the case. A new study backed by the World Cancer Research Fund found not all plant-based diets are created equal, and ultra-processed plant-based foods — like popular vegan meat and… -
Blinken in Israel as UN Security Council endorses cease-fire plan
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken continues to urge top Israeli officials to accept and implement a plan for post-war Gaza, meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Monday, June 10, and opposition leader Yair Lapid in Tel Aviv on Tuesday, June 11. This comes as he also pushes for more international pressure on Hamas to agree… -
Jury deliberations to resume in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial
Jury deliberations are set to resume in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial. And Apple finally takes a big step into the world of artificial intelligence with “Apple Intelligence.” These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Day 2 of jury deliberations in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial Jury deliberations will… -
Body roundness index more accurate than BMI to measure obesity: Report
For decades, body mass index has been the standard used to measure obesity — but that could be changing. New research shows the “body roundness index” may be more accurate. BMI has been around for nearly two centuries, and it gained popularity as the standard way to assess a person’s body fat in the 80s.… -
Trump to attend virtual pre-sentencing interview
With a month to go until his sentencing in his New York criminal case, former President Donald Trump will take part in a virtual interview. And caught on camera: the moment a bull jumped a fence at an Oregon rodeo, injuring several people. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, June 10, 2024.… -
Another sugar substitute linked to health concerns
According to a new study, sugar-free food and drinks may not have the health benefits people are expecting. The sugar substitute xylitol has now been linked to negative health impacts. A new Cleveland Clinic study found higher amounts of xylitol intake are linked to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke or cardiovascular-related death. Xylitol… -
President says he would not pardon Hunter Biden in federal gun trial
President Joe Biden comments on his son’s federal gun trial during a wide-ranging interview. And Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu planned a visit to D.C. to address Congress. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, June 7, 2024. President says he would not pardon Hunter Biden in federal gun trial As the prosecution is set… -
A third of Americans say tipping culture is out of control: Survey
More and more Americans are starting to think tipping culture is getting out of control, according to a new survey. That same survey also found people are getting stingier when it comes to tipping for certain services. The survey by finance comparison site Bankrate looked at multiple categories, including tipping restaurant waitstaff, rideshare and taxi drivers,… -
Biden joins world leaders, veterans for 80th anniversary of D-Day
President Joe Biden joined other world leaders and World War II veterans in Normandy to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. And Israel strikes a school in Gaza it says was the location of a Hamas compound as local officials say dozens have been killed. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, June 6,… -
FDA panel won’t recommend MDMA for PTSD treatment
A Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel of experts said on Tuesday, June 4, it won’t recommend the use of MDMA — more commonly known as ecstasy or molly — to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. The panel said available evidence fails to show that the drug is effective or that its benefits outweigh its risks. …