The International Criminal Court is seeking to arrest both Hamas and Israeli leaders over the war in Gaza, citing crimes against humanity. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash, along with the country’s foreign minister; the cause of the crash remains unconfirmed, with his death not expected to substantially impact Iranian policy. In Donald Trump’s hush money trial, Micheal Cohen testified to stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the former president’s company, potentially undermining his credibility as a witness. Red Lobster initiates an investigation into its parent company after filing for bankruptcy, investigating an $11 million loss tied to the "endless shrimp" promotion. Julian Assange is granted an appeal by a British court in his US extradition case, raising concerns about potential discrimination as a foreign national. Panera Bread confronts a lawsuit over its "Charged Lemonade" product after an 18-year-old in Pennsylvania suffers cardiac arrest. Xandar Schauffele wins PGA Championship, setting a record for lowest 72-hole score in major championship history.   

The Bulletin Brief:

ICC seeks arrest of Hamas and Israeli leaders (NBC, CNN)

Iranian president killed in helicopter crash (AP, WP)

Michael Cohen testifies he stole from Trump in Trump trial testimony (BBC, WP)

Red Lobster investigates endless shrimp promo after filing bankruptcy (Reuters)

Julian Assange granted appeal over U.S. extradition (NBC)

Panera sued over Charged Lemonade’s role in teen cardiac arrest (CBS)

Xander Schauffele wins first major in PGA Championship (AP)

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is missing after his helicopter crashed in northern Iran on Sunday, prompting the deployment of at least 40 rescue teams amidst dropping evening temperatures. The US has deployed a convoy of trucks carrying food and water into the Gaza Strip, marking the first step in a new aid plan, as Israel pushes into Rafah and Israeli officials recover bodies of three hostages believed to be murdered by Hamas. French police shot and killed an Algerian man suspected of setting fire to a synagogue in Rouen in what officials called an antisemitic attack, angering Jewish leaders. Sean "Diddy" Combs apologized for assaulting his former girlfriend Cassie Ventura after footage surfaced of the incident, calling his actions "inexcusable." Golfer Scottie Scheffler was arrested in Louisville for reckless driving and assaulting a police officer after mistaking a police officer's traffic instructions. David DePape, who attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband in October 2022, was sentenced to 30 years in prison, with footage showing him "bludgeoning" the 82-year-old with a hammer. An Amtrak train in western New York collided with a pickup truck, killing its three passengers while its 21 passengers and crew members remained unharmed.

The Bulletin Brief:

Helicopter carrying Iranian President crash lands (CNN, NBC)

Updates on war in Gaza (AP, Reuters, NBC)

Man setting fire to synagogue killed by French police (Reuters, AP)

Sean “Diddy” Combs apologizes for abusing girlfriend (CNN)

Scottie Scheffler arrested for reckless driving, assaulting police officer (CBS)

Man who attacked Pelosi’s husband sentenced to 30 years (AP)

Amtrak collides with truck, kills 3 (CNN)

The Supreme Court rejects the conservative attack on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, with Biden commending the success. Texas Governor Greg Abbott pardons former Army sergeant Daniel Perry, who was charged last year for the murder of a BLM protestor, returning his full firearm rights. Biden blocked the release of audio recordings connected to his classified documents trial, with Attorney General Garland at risk of being held in contempt. A suspect in the Slovakian prime minister's attempted assassination was charged with premeditated manslaughter. A female high school student in Florida was denied entry to her prom and dress codes for wearing a suit. The NFL condemned Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker for his controversial commencement speech. The Webb Space Telescope has captured the earliest known merger of two black holes.

The Bulletin Brief:

Supreme Court rejects attack on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (AP, Reuters)

Greg Abbott pardons Army sergeant responsible for BLM protestor’s murder (NBC, CNN)

Biden blocks release of recordings to  be used against him in classified documents trial (NBC, CNN)

Suspect charged in Slovakian prime minister assassination attempt (AP)

Female high school student in Florida dress-coded at prom for wearing a suit (NBC)

NFL condemns Butker’s controversial commencement speech (CBS)

Webb Space Telescope captures the earliest known black hole merge (AP)

Biden and Trump agreed to an early debate on June 27th, broadcasted on CNN, with a subsequent debate set for September 10. Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico survives a life-threatening assassination attempt, sustaining five gunshot wounds while greeting the public; the suspect is in custody, but motives remain unclear. Republican votes show growing dissent against Trump as Nikki Haley gains significant percentages in Nebraska and Maryland primaries. A barge in Texas collided with Galveston bridge and caused an oil spill. Antony Blinken removed Cuba from the counterterrorism non-cooperative list due to improved relations with US law enforcement. NOAA reports the largest solar flare in two decades on Tuesday, assuring Earth’s safety amid concerns. iPhone users express concerns on Reddit over iOS 17.5 update redownloading deleted pictures to iCloud, prompting cautionary checks of camera rolls. 

The Bulletin Brief:

Biden and Trump schedule CNN debate for June 27th (CNN, NBC) 

Prime Minister of Slovakia Robert Fico shot, in critical condition (NBC, Reuters)

Inflation slows in April (NBC, Reuters)   

Recent primaries show evidence more Republicans are voting against Trump (CNN)

Barge hits Galveston bridge and causes oil spill (AP) 

Cuba removed from US “uncooperative on counterterrorism”  list (AP) 

Biggest solar flares in twenty years (AP)

Photo concerns with new iPhone update (CNN)

The U.S. approved a policy to speed up clean energy transmission, aligning with Biden's 2050 zero-carbon goal. A pickup truck driver was arrested for DUI manslaughter after a crash in Florida killed eight and injured 40. The Biden administration plans a $1 billion weapons transfer to Israel, pending congressional approval. OpenAI launched a faster, mood-detecting AI model called GPTo. Antony Blinken visited Kyiv, reaffirming U.S. support for Ukraine amid Russian advances. A manhunt is underway in France for gunmen who killed two guards and freed a notorious drug dealer. Nobel Prize-winning short story writer Alice Munro has died at 92.

The Bulletin Brief:

US to expand renewable energy (Reuters, AP)

Farmworker’s bus overturns in Florida, kills 8 (AP, CBS)

US to send over $1 billion to Israel (CBS, AP)

Chat GPT updated (AP)

Blinken meets with Zelensky in Russia talks (CNN)

Manhunt after notorious drug dealer freed by gunmen (Reuters)

Alice Munro dies at 92 (AP)

The New York Times report exposes Hamas's extensive spying on Palestinians through its secret police force, the General Security Service, amidst ongoing Israeli offensive actions in Gaza. Concurrently, protests against the war reached college graduation ceremonies in the US, notably at Duke University, where graduates led by pro-Israel comedian Jerry Seinfeld staged a walkout. Meanwhile, Michael Cohen's testimony shed light on Donald Trump's involvement in the hush money scandal, detailing payments to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. Major US airlines are challenging new rules on disclosing "junk fees," sparking a legal battle with the Biden administration. China and the US are holding their first high-level talks on artificial intelligence, addressing national security concerns. Additionally, wildfires in Canada are affecting air quality in four US states, while the collapsed Baltimore bridge was demolished, freeing a cargo ship and its crew. Finally, "Roaring Kitty" resurfaced online, boosting Gamestop stocks significantly with his first appearance since 2021.

The Bulletin Brief:

NYT releases news that Hamas has spied on Palestine, campus protests persist (NYT, Reuters, AP)

Michael Cohen called to testify in Trump’s hush money trial (NBC, CNN)

Airline companies across the US sue Biden Administration over new fee rules (Forbes, Reuters)

China and US discuss AI risk management (ABC)

Canadian wildfires threaten US air quality (NBC)

The Baltimore Bridge officially demolished (BBC)

“Roaring Kitty” makes their first debut in over a decade (AP)

The Biden administration criticizes Israel's use of US weapons, suggesting a violation of international law, while the UN grants Palestine new rights despite a US veto on full membership. Biden plans to increase tariffs on Chinese clean energy goods, expanding to include electric vehicles, medical supplies, and solar equipment. Eurovision 2024 concludes with a historic win by Switzerland's Nemo, the first non-binary artist to win, amidst controversy, including the disqualification of the Dutch contestant and protests against Israel's participation. Senator Bob Menendez is on trial for corruption, accused of accepting bribes in cash and gold bars. Afghan floods kill over 300 and displace thousands of households. Richard Slayman, who received the first pig kidney transplant, died at 62. The Aurora Borealis sightings will continue across the globe into this week. 

The Bulletin Brief:

US claims Israel violated international law as UN grants Palestine new rights (Reuters, AP)

Biden tariffs China on EVs, medical supplies, and solar equipment (Reuters, NBC)

Swiss’ Nemo is first nonbinary winner at 2024 Eurovision (NBC, AP)

Bob Menendez Gold Bar corruption trial (AP)

Flash floods kill 300 plus in Afghanistan (CBS)

Pig kidney recipient dies 2 months after surgery (NBC)

Auroras to be visible into next week (NBC)

In Must Know News, the Florida sheriff's department releases body cam footage showing the shooting of Black U.S. Airman Roger Fortson, prompting calls for a transparent investigation. Donald Trump's hush money trial concludes with Stormy Daniels' final testimony, despite his lawyers' attacks on her credibility and his own violations of the gag order. Justin and Hailey Bieber surprise fans by announcing their first child on social media, revealing her over six months pregnancy. In Other Notable News, NBC's "The Office" spin-off focusing on a Midwest newspaper begins production in July. Netanyahu reaffirms Israel's resilience against U.S. arms withholding, hinting at a potential Rafah invasion. A Virginia school board will vote on reinstating Confederate names to schools, spurred by a petition from a local conservative group. Barron Trump is selected as a Florida delegate for the 2024 Republican National Convention, showcasing his interest in politics alongside other Trump family members.

The Bulletin Brief:

Black US airman fatally shot by Florida police (AP, CBS)

Stormy Daniels’ hush money testimony (CNN, NBC)

Justin and Hailey Bieber expecting a baby (AP, NBC)

New “The Office” series coming to Peacock (NBC)

Israel to continue fighting amidst US arms withholding (AP)

Virginia school board votes on renaming schools after Confederate figures (NBC)

Baron Trump to be Florida delegate (CNN, ABC)

Marjorie Taylor Greene was unsuccessful in her attempt to oust Speaker of the House Mike Johnson over his support of foreign aid to Ukraine. The U.S. halts the shipment of over 3,000 bombs to Israel following the attack on Rafah, and Palestinian protestors are arrested at George Washington University. RFK Jr. announced he has a parasitic worm in his brain with the addition of mercury poisoning. The Biden Administration has increased limits and regulations for asylum seekers at the Mexican border. A federal judge indefinitely postponed Trump’s classified document trial. TikTok and their parent company begins lawsuit against the U.S. government for limiting free speech. Indie rock star Steve Albini, known for working with Nirvana and the Pixies, has died at the age of 61. 

The Bulletin Brief:

Marjorie Taylor Greene was unsuccessful in overthrowing Speaker Johnson (NBC, AP)

U.S. halts explosive device support to Israel and campus protest updates (Reuters, ABC, AP)

RFK Jr. is afflicted with mercury poisoning and a parasitic worm (CBS, CNN)

Biden Administration sets asylum seeker limitations (Reuters)

Trump’s classified document trial indefinitely postponed (CNN)

TikTok and its parent company sue the U.S. for limiting free speech (Reuters)

Indie rock star Steve Albini passed away at 61 (NBC)

Ukraine claims capture of 2 Russian agents plotting Zelenskyy's assassination, coinciding with Putin's 5th term as Russian president. Social Security now projected to last until 2035, beneficiaries facing cuts. Israel launches ground incursion in Rafah, Gaza, following leaflet drops urging civilian evacuation; border closure impedes humanitarian aid. Multiple tornadoes strike Central US, Michigan hit; Oklahoma's second tornado kills one and devastates homes. Boeing cancels Starliner test flight, rescheduling pending valve issue resolution. Panera discontinues Charged Lemonade amid controversy and lawsuits. Elizabeth Holmes has 2 months shaved off her sentence, set for release in August 2032.

Ukraine claims to have caught Russian secret agents while Putin is sworn into office (Reuters, NBC)

Social Security projected to run short in 2035 (NBC, CBS) 

Israel launches ground incursion into Rafah (WP, NBC) 

Tornadoes ravage the Midwest (AP)

Boeing cancels their space test flight (NBC)

Panera to phase out its Charged Lemonade following multiple lawsuits and deaths (⁠NBC⁠)

Disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes’ sentence shortened (⁠NBC⁠)