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After being exiled to Belarus, Wagner Group Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was reported to be in Russia after last month's brief revolt. Reuters

Wagner Chief Prigozhin back in Russia following revolt: July 6 Rundown

Iceland has secured the title of the most peaceful country in the world for the 15th straight year, according to the 2023 Global Peace Index. Reuters

Iceland named most peaceful country for 15th consecutive year

New video out of China shows what appears to be a J-20 stealth fighter with two new WS-15 jet engines installed. Chinese internet via Twitter

China’s J-20 ‘Mighty Dragon’ stealth jet fighter now mightier

Russia is analyzing fragments of a U.S.-made ATACMS missile, alleging it was used in a strike in Crimea that killed four people. DVIDS

Nuclear plant in Ukraine threatened, US may send long-range weapons

Russia is reviving an old practice from World War II and painting the bow and stern of some ships in its Black Sea Fleet. AP Images

Russia sees a gray ship and wants it painted black

A Russian general appears to be one of the first officials to suffer consequences after Wagner Group mercenaries staged a brief rebellion. Reuters

Russian general detained days after Wagner Group rebellion

China used American-made technology inside the spy balloon that was caught hovering over U.S. military bases back in February. AP Images

Report: Chinese spy balloon used American-made tech to spy on US

There is a debate taking place over a “pandemic treaty” and its surveillance policy proposed by the World Health Organization. Getty Images

WHO proposes pandemic treaty, faces backlash over surveillance policy

New photos are providing more evidence that Chinese spy balloons have been flying over parts of Asia like Taiwan and Japan for several years. Getty Images

New images show Chinese spy balloons flying over Asia years ago: report

Wagner Group Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin arrived in Belarus Tuesday after his Russian mutiny charges were dropped. AP

Prigozhin charges dropped as he arrives in Belarus: June 27 rundown

American influencers are accused of selling out by promoting a Chinese fashion brand amid forced labor allegations and human rights scrutiny. Getty Images

Influencers face backlash for visiting and praising Shein factory in China during a PR trip

The Prigozhin-led mutiny against military leadership in Russia may be over. Moscow is projecting calm, but what happens next? Reuters

Prigozhin’s mutiny muddies matters in Russia, Ukraine

A recent report by the United Nations has revealed that the consumption and production of cocaine worldwide is reaching new record highs. Reuters

UN report highlights rise in global cocaine use, production

About 120,000 citizens in North Korea participated in mass rallies to mark the 73rd anniversary of the beginning of the Korean War. Reuters

North Korea holds mass anti-US rallies, touts ability to hit America with nukes

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu made his first public appearance since the Wagner Group staged a revolt on Russia.

Russia attempts to move on from Wagner Group revolt: June 26 rundown

Key mistakes have come to light after officials say all five passengers onboard a titanic sub died following a "catastrophic implosion." Reuters

‘Catastrophic implosion’: Red flags come to light following Titanic sub’s demise

Tropical Storms Bret and Cindy became the first named Atlantic storms of what has been a busy 2023 hurricane season so far. Reuters

Tropical Storms Bret, Cindy form in early start to hurricane season

Coast Guard Officials confirmed that all five people aboard the Titan submarine died after an implosion underwater. Maxar Technologies/Handout via REUTERS

All Titan submarine passengers dead after implosion: June 23 rundown

The deadline to find the submarine that disappeared on its way to the Titanic wreckage site is approaching. Getty Images

Race to find lost submarine as oxygen is running out: June 22 rundown

As India's Prime Minister visits Washington, over 70 U.S. lawmakers have signed a joint letter raising concerns over his human rights record. Getty Images

India’s Modi set to meet Biden, address Congress amid human rights criticism

Sweden wants to join NATO, but entry requires unanimous consent among member countries. Turkey and Hungary are holding out. Getty Images

Sweden wants to join NATO but Turkey, Hungary still say ‘no’

Reports have emerged regarding China's plans to construct a new military training facility in Cuba, just 100 miles off the coast of Florida. AP Images

China seeks military training facility in Cuba that would place troops near US

Ukraine’s counteroffensive against Russia is entering its third week. The fighting is brutal, but Ukraine is making gains. Getty Images

Russia blows up own tank to counter Ukrainian advance

A heat wave in the India has killed nearly 100 people in just two regions. For the first time for many nations, there’s a new solution to bring relief: Air conditioners.  AP Images

India heat wave sees surge in AC sales, pollution worries mount