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The US is preparing charges against former Cuban leader Raul Castro, focusing on the 1996 shooting down of two civilian aircraft.

[Flash] Judge Declares Another Mistrial in Harvey Weinstein New York Rape Case A New York judge has declared another mistrial in the rape case against Harvey Weinstein. This marks yet another significant procedural setback in a case that has been a focal point of the American justice system and public attention since the #MeToo movement. The mistrial will further extend the already lengthy legal proceedings.

[Flash] U.S. Seeks Death Penalty for Suspect in Killing of Israeli Embassy Staff U.S. federal prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for the suspect accused of killing Israeli embassy staff members. The case stems from a 2024 attack in Washington, D.C. that left multiple casualties. The move reflects the U.S. government’s strict stance on crimes involving the safety of diplomatic personnel.

South Carolina’s Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions on May 13, ordering a new trial. Murdaugh was convicted in 2023 of murdering his wife Maggie and son Paul, a case that captivated national attention. The court’s ruling centered on evidentiary disputes. Murdaugh was once a prominent South Carolina attorney before facing numerous financial fraud and insurance scam charges. Prosecutors said they will respond to the retrial order, but no date has been set for the new trial. ...

The United States is conducting highly classified negotiations with Denmark regarding opening new military bases in Greenland, raising Arctic geopolitical concerns.

Hantavirus Passengers Arrive in US and France The American national has arrived in Nebraska and is under medical observation, while a French woman is isolating at home in Paris. The hantavirus outbreak on an Atlantic cruise ship has now killed three people. Health authorities continue to monitor all close contacts. The passengers were repatriated from the cruise ship where the outbreak occurred.

Six people were found dead inside a Union Pacific cargo train boxcar in Texas. Police and media reports indicate that soaring temperatures were a factor, and the cause of death is under investigation. NBC News, CNN, and other outlets are covering the story.

Abraham Foxman, former national director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), has died at age 86. Foxman was one of the organization’s most influential leaders, dedicating decades to fighting antisemitism and advancing civil rights. Both The Washington Post and The New York Times published obituaries reflecting on his advocacy career.

US President Donald Trump has publicly declared Iran’s response to a US peace proposal “totally unacceptable,” further stalling diplomatic negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. Neither the specifics of the American proposal nor the details of Iran’s response have been publicly disclosed. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively shut, severely disrupting global energy shipping routes. The strategic waterway handles approximately one-fifth of the world’s oil supply, and its prolonged closure is sending shockwaves through international energy markets. ...

The White House is preparing to replace FDA Commissioner Marty Makary as the agency faces internal turmoil and credibility challenges.