Wednesday Briefing
Donald Trump faces significant new federal charges.
Under Fire and Understaffed: The Fight to Save Ukraine’s Wounded
Positioned close to the front lines,, temporary medical posts are a critical lifeline for the constant inflow of soldiers hurt in the counteroffensive.
Pope Francis Heads to Portugal for Catholic Church’s Youth Day
The pope will preside over a gathering of young people from around the world, mindful that the changes he has initiated in the Roman Catholic Church will depend on them.
Kenya Offers to Lead International Force to Help Restore Order in Haiti
Kenya has offered to lead a police force to help restore order to Haiti, where gangs that control vast parts of the country’s capital have fomented violence.
Mega Millions jackpot leaps to estimated $1.25 billion – CBS News
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AI use in breast cancer screening as good as two radiologists, study finds – The Guardian
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Niger crisis deepens as European nations evacuate and coup leaders get support from other juntas – The Associated Press
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Singer Lizzo Sued By Former Dancers For Sexual Harassment And Hostile Work Environment – NDTV
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Fitch downgrades US credit rating from AAA to AA+ – BBC
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Saudi Arabia Will Host Talks About Ukraine’s Peace Plan, Diplomats Say
Envoys from nations including the United States, Brazil, China and India have been invited, but it was not clear who would attend, the diplomats said.