Former Northeastern admissions councilor gets 5 years on child porn charges

The FDA has approved Yeztugo (lenacapavir), a groundbreaking HIV-prevention injection by Gilead Sciences, which shows near-elimination of HIV transmission with biannual doses, significantly outperforming existing oral medications. Advocates express hope that this advancement could drastically reduce HIV infections in the U.S., though concerns about access and insurance coverage remain due to its high cost and potential political barriers. Need More Context? 🔎

The State Department has implemented new guidelines for social media vetting of international student visa applicants, requiring them to set accounts to public and look for signs of hostility toward the U.S. This decision aims to enhance security and follows previous announcements about expanding social media screening, prompting counselors to advise students to remove potentially concerning posts. Need More Context? 🔎

Trump Says He Has Not Made a Final Decision on Iran StrikesPresident Trump indicated he has yet to finalize his decision on potential U.S. military action against Iran's nuclear facilities, stating he prefers to decide at the last moment. Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, dismissed Trump's demands for "unconditional surrender" and his threats, suggesting negotiation was previously possible. Need More Context? 🔎

Days after a gunman posing as a police officer fatally shot Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, their children expressed their heartbreak, highlighting their parents' love and the tragedy's impact. The suspect, Vance Boelter, was arrested following a manhunt; he is linked to attacks on other lawmakers, raising concerns over politically motivated violence. Need More Context? 🔎

A college student, Caroline Dias Goncalves, 19, was granted bond after being detained by ICE following a traffic stop in Colorado on June 5, raising concerns about the coordination between local law enforcement and immigration authorities. Born in Brazil and raised in Utah, she applied for asylum after overstaying her tourist visa; her case highlights the risks faced by Dreamers amid increasing deportation efforts. Need More Context? 🔎

The U.S. government will deploy an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles amid ongoing legal disputes over their presence, totaling 4,100 troops and 700 Marines in the area. Local leaders, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and L.A. Mayor Karen Bass, criticize the move as politically motivated and ineffective, especially as the 9th Circuit Court deliberates on the legality of the deployment. Need More Context? 🔎