Hundreds call for release of Palestinian activist, Columbia grad

A man named Feras Hamdan, 36, has turned himself in after allegedly threatening US Congressman Max Miller in Ohio, claiming he wanted to kill Miller and his family while displaying a Palestinian flag. Hamdan faces charges of aggravated menacing and ethnic intimidation, with a bond set at $500,000, as authorities investigate the incident amid rising concerns about political violence in the US. Need More Context? 🔎

The first day of summer brings a dangerous heat wave across the U.S.A heat dome is forming, leading to heat advisories in many central and eastern states, with temperatures expected to exceed 90°F, reaching triple digits in some areas. Health experts advise limiting outdoor activities and staying hydrated, as cities implement cooling centers and other resources to help residents cope with the extreme heat. Need More Context? 🔎

A 64-year-old Houston man, Jesse Ruffer, faces second-degree felony charges for allegedly attempting to run over his neighbor, Blaine McShaw, while shouting racial slurs. Ruffer, who has a prior arrest warrant for a terroristic threat, was granted a $20,000 bond with conditions after a bail hearing, and if convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison. Need More Context? 🔎

A dangerous heat wave is affecting over 100 million people from the Midwest to the Northeast, with heat indices potentially reaching 110 degrees in areas like Minnesota and Wisconsin. As temperatures rise, cities such as New York and Washington, D.C. could experience indices of 105-108 degrees by early next week, prompting warnings from health officials about the risks of heat-related illnesses. Need More Context? 🔎

U.S. television ratings for the Stanley Cup Final rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers fell to an average of 2.5 million viewers on TNT, down from 4.17 million last year on ABC. In contrast, Canadian viewership averaged 3.8 million, reflecting a 6% increase in playoff viewership compared to the previous year. Need More Context? 🔎

The Minnesota state senator John Hoffman and his wife were shot 17 times during an assassination attempt by Vance Luther Boelter, who later killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband. The Hoffmans survived due to their daughter's quick actions, while Boelter faces multiple charges, including murder, after a violent spree targeting lawmakers. Need More Context? 🔎