Connecticut man gets 33 years in prison for stray-bullet killing of Olympian's mother

Trump says he had a "very good" phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who reportedly invited him to China. The conversation focused on trade, with Xi claiming "consensus has been reached." Meanwhile, the Kremlin revealed Putin offered to leverage Russia's ties with Iran to assist in nuclear negotiations—a topic Trump says is time-sensitive.

Editor’s Note: Trade tensions between the U.S. and China have been a major economic flashpoint, so any hint of progress—or even just dialogue—is worth watching. The Putin angle adds another layer, suggesting global powers are jockeying for influence over Iran’s nuclear stance. It’s a reminder that diplomacy doesn’t happen in a vacuum; one conversation can ripple across multiple issues.

In a thrilling French Open semi-final, Aryna Sabalenka has stunned defending champion Iga Świątek, ending her bid for a fourth straight Roland Garros title. Sabalenka’s aggressive play has her roaring into the final, while live updates keep fans on the edge of their seats. Meanwhile, in a side note, Queen’s Club announces plans to offer equal prize money by 2029—a small but significant step for tennis.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another tennis match—it’s a potential changing of the guard. Świątek has dominated clay courts for years, so Sabalenka’s upset shakes up the sport’s hierarchy. And while the equal pay news isn’t the headline here, it’s a reminder that progress in tennis (even if slow) keeps ticking along. For fans, it’s high drama with bigger implications for the final.

An Israeli official is accusing Hamas of spreading misinformation to undermine a U.S.-backed aid group in Gaza, claiming the militant group wants to disrupt humanitarian efforts to maintain its grip on power.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about aid—it’s a tug-of-war over influence in Gaza. If Hamas is actively trying to discredit foreign-backed aid groups, it suggests they see these efforts as a threat to their control. For civilians caught in the middle, it could mean delays or politicization of critical assistance. The accusation also highlights how misinformation is becoming a weapon in the conflict.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a staunch ally of former President Trump, just made a surprising admission—she voted for the GOP’s "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" without actually reading the whole thing. It’s a rare moment of candor from a firebrand lawmaker known for toeing the party line, and it raises eyebrows about how closely some lawmakers scrutinize the bills they support.

Editor’s Note: Greene’s confession isn’t just a personal slip—it feeds into broader concerns about how laws get passed. If even a high-profile loyalist admits to skimming (or skipping) the fine print, it makes you wonder how many others do the same. In an era where massive bills get rushed through, this story highlights the messy reality of policymaking.

Small businesses are handing out fewer raises these days, according to a new survey by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). It’s another sign that the job market is cooling off—employers aren’t feeling as much pressure to compete for workers with higher pay.

Editor’s Note: If you’ve been waiting for a bump in your paycheck, this isn’t great news. Small businesses are often the first to react to economic shifts, so fewer raises could signal broader softening in hiring and wages. For workers, it might mean less bargaining power—but for employers, it could ease some of the financial strain they’ve faced in a tight labor market. Either way, it’s a shift worth watching.