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The Senate passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act with broad bipartisan support, sending the legislation to the House for final approval. The bill aims to increase housing supply and lower costs by, in part, restricting the number of single-family homes that can be purchased by large institutional investors.
Ransom notes sent to the family of Nancy Guthrie, the missing 84-year-old mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, claim she has died. Investigators believe the notes, one of which reportedly apologized for an "inadvertent death," came from her abductor.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance led negotiations with Iranian officials in Switzerland, reporting "great progress" toward a final peace deal. Vance announced that Iran has agreed to allow international nuclear inspectors back into the country. The talks, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, established a roadmap for a final deal within 60 days, despite President Trump issuing threats that briefly caused the Iranian delegation to walk out.
Alan Greenspan, who served as the chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve for nearly two decades under four presidents, has died at the age of 100. His long tenure was marked by a period of economic stability known as the Great Moderation, but his policies were also later criticized for contributing to the 2008 financial crisis.
A U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed during a routine training flight near Sitka, Alaska. All four crew members aboard were injured and transported to a medical center. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
President Donald Trump alleged that the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was "seriously vandalized," causing peeling paint and algae blooms. He announced that five individuals have been arrested, repairs would begin immediately, and that law enforcement patrols around the site would be increased.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation, citing mounting pressure from within the Labour Party and poor local election results. His departure triggers a leadership contest, with Andy Burnham, the recently elected MP and mayor of Greater Manchester, emerging as the frontrunner to succeed him.
Asian technology stocks, particularly in South Korea's chip-heavy market, saw a significant downturn following a sell-off in U.S. semiconductor shares. The decline was triggered by a weak earnings report from Broadcom, prompting a market rotation away from artificial intelligence-related stocks.
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton has reportedly agreed to plead guilty to one count of illegally retaining sensitive national security documents. The plea deal, which requires judicial approval, includes a fine of over $2 million.
Quantinuum, a quantum computing company backed by Honeywell, raised $1.68 billion in its U.S. initial public offering. The company, formed from a merger of Honeywell's quantum division and Cambridge Quantum, debuted on the Nasdaq with a market value of over $15 billion.
A manufacturer of firefighting foam, Tyco, has agreed to a $10 million settlement with Wisconsin over the contamination of the state's water supply with PFAS chemicals. The governor and attorney general announced the agreement, which addresses contamination that occurred over several decades.
President Donald Trump has appointed Bill Pulte, the current director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, to serve as the acting director of national intelligence. Trump also stated that Pulte would not be nominated for the permanent position, a move that comes amid bipartisan scrutiny of Pulte's qualifications and lack of intelligence experience.
President Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Todd Blanche, who has been serving as acting Attorney General, to lead the Justice Department permanently. Blanche, a former personal lawyer for Trump, has faced criticism from Democrats and scrutiny from some Republicans over his perceived loyalty to the president.
FIFA has banned fans from bringing reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums, reversing previous guidance. The organization cited safety concerns, but supporters' groups have criticized the decision, arguing it prioritizes revenue over fan health and could lead to dehydration.
President Donald Trump announced a $700 million federal investment to boost U.S. coal production, invoking the Defense Production Act. The funds will support existing coal plants and a new export terminal in California as part of a strategy to increase fossil fuel use and lower energy costs.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed a case of New World screwworm in a calf in Zavala County, Texas, marking the first time the flesh-eating parasite has been found in U.S. livestock in decades. Officials are taking immediate action, including establishing quarantines, to eradicate the pest.
The Colorado Court of Appeals has reversed the criminally negligent homicide convictions for two former paramedics, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec, in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain. The court has ordered a new trial for both men on that charge, while affirming Cichuniec's conviction for assault.
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing a new wave of allegations detailed in a New York Times report, including claims of rape fantasies, violent episodes, and heavy drinking from former romantic partners. Platner has denied the allegations of physical altercations as "simply not true" and politically motivated, while admitting to past struggles with alcohol after his combat service.
Several senators, including Republicans Thom Tillis and John Cornyn and Democrat John Fetterman, have expressed reservations about President Trump's intent to nominate Todd Blanche as Attorney General. Concerns center on Blanche's past statements regarding the Jan. 6 Capitol riot and his connection to a controversial "anti-weaponization" fund.
Liverpool has appointed Andoni Iraola as its new head coach on a two-year contract, replacing Arne Slot. The club pursued Iraola due to his aggressive attacking style and successful tenure at Bournemouth.
