President Biden has criticized Israel over the killing of aid workers in the Middle East, sparking fears of a wider conflict in the region following an Israeli airstrike in Syria. Meanwhile, an earthquake in Taiwan has killed nine people and injured hundreds.
In Oklahoma, a city council member with white nationalist ties has been ousted in a recall vote, while a video has surfaced contradicting claims that a 15-year-old girl wearing tactical gear was shooting at deputies before being killed.
Former President Trump is suing Truth Social co-founders over delays in the company going public, while author J.K. Rowling is testing the limits of a new Scottish hate crime law.
There are concerns from the Supreme Court regarding Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s health, as President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping held discussions on various issues.
In other news, Rep. Lauren Boebert underwent surgery for a blood clot in her leg and was diagnosed with a vascular condition. Severe weather has caused damage in Kentucky and Tennessee, with a tornado reported.
In infrastructure news, a second temporary channel has been opened to bypass the wreckage of Baltimore’s collapsed bridge, while eight passengers were left stranded on an African island after a cruise ship left without them.
In entertainment news, singer Lizzo has clarified her announcement of quitting, and NBC Select has announced the winners of their Wellness Awards across categories like sleep, fitness, and self-care products.
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