Pete Hegseth says Signal chat had no ‘war plans’. He’s wrong, say experts

The city of Venice confirmed it will host the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez, with reports suggesting it will take place between June 24-26. The city denied rumors of disruptions, stating only 200 guests will be invited and that they have experience handling large events. Mayor Luigi Brugnaro emphasized the importance of respecting the city's uniqueness and ensuring minimal disruption for residents and visitors. Full Article

Donald Trump has stated that he is unconcerned about his tariffs increasing prices of foreign cars in the US, with plans to impose permanent 25% tariffs on all imported cars. The move aims to boost the American car industry and could significantly impact the UK economy. Despite criticism from UK officials and warnings of economic repercussions, Trump remains firm on his decision, emphasizing the importance of American-made cars and fair trade practices. Full Article

Syrians are processing the announcement of a new caretaker government dominated by rebels but inclusive of independent voices and diverse representation, sworn in by interim president Ahmed al-Shara. The 23-member cabinet includes former Assad regime officials, technocrats, and representatives from ethnic minorities, with a focus on unity and inclusivity. Al-Shara aims to unite the country, address insurgencies, and navigate regional tensions and Western sanctions, while balancing geopolitical pressures from neighboring countries. Full Article

Mikey Madison, host of "Saturday Night Live," defended her pole-dancing skills in her film "Anora" by showcasing her abilities during her opening monologue. The actress won Best Actress at the Oscars for her role in the film, directed by Sean Baker, which also won Best Picture and Best Director. Madison humorously reflected on her journey from being a horse girl to an award-winning actress, while her episode of "SNL" featured Morgan Wallen as the musical...

Ellen Roome, whose son Julian died in April 2022, is seeking answers after finding him dead in his room. She believes he may have been influenced by dangerous online challenges on social media platforms like TikTok. Roome, along with other parents, is suing TikTok for not allowing access to their children's social media accounts to see potentially harmful content. The recent death of Maia Walsh, a 13-year-old who commented about not living past 14 after...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel's increased military pressure on Hamas in Gaza has been successful, emphasizing the need for the Palestinian group to disarm. Netanyahu mentioned seeing progress in negotiations with Hamas, as mediators work towards a ceasefire and the release of Israeli hostages. Hamas approved a new ceasefire proposal from mediators, to which Israel responded with a counterproposal. Full Article