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Here are the stories shaping the day:Secret Program: The B-2 stealth bomber strikes on Iran’s Fordow uranium enrichment facility were the culmination of a 15-year secret program that monitored the site and developed a custom weapon to blow up the mountain fortress.Planned Parenthood: The Supreme Court ruled to allow South Carolina to boot the abortion corporation from its Medicaid program. Here are the key takeaways from the consequential ruling.China on Edge: As NATO leaders gathered in the Netherlands this week to unveil a historic pledge to ramp up defense spending, Beijing was watching nervously from the other side of the world, issuing a flurry of statements attacking the move.Texas Gun Laws: Gov. Greg Abbott signed a series of pro-gun bills into law, including measures to block enforcement of red flag laws, ban local gun buyback programs, legalize certain restricted firearms, and broaden recognition of out-of-state carry permits.🍵 Health: Once considered villains of heart health, eggs are being re-evaluated as harmless when it comes to our hearts and as a nutrient-dense food that strengthens our muscles.—☀️ Want this in your inbox at 5AM? Start your day with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by America's largest independent newspaper. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:President Donald Trump wrapped up a visit to the Netherlands for the NATO summit, securing a deal to significantly increase defense spending commitments from allies. Here are five takeaways from the whirlwind trip.The U.S. airstrikes on Iran have sent a message to China.President Trump accused Spain of wanting a “free ride” after it refused to agree to the 5-percent-of-GDP defense spending target, and has threatened to punish Madrid through trade.🍵 Health: A growing numbers of cancer sufferers are trying the Tippens Protocol—a remedy not approved by the FDA—with oncologists reporting good anecdotal success.—☀️ Want this in your inbox? Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani was on track to secure a stunning upset in the New York City Democratic primary mayoral election on Tuesday after former Gov. Andrew Cuomo conceded the race. The House overwhelmingly rejected a resolution put forth by Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) to impeach President Donald Trump over the U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities.Chinese companies are part of a global network of suppliers that keeps the Russian war machine running, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday, as he called on NATO allies to cut off dealings with entities aiding Russia.Timeline: How U.S. strikes upended the Israel-Iran conflict.🍵 Health: How olive oil benefits brain function. —☀️ Want this in your inbox? Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:President Donald Trump said Israel and Iran have agreed to a cease-fire, declaring the beginning of an end to what he referred to as “the 12-Day War.” What to know about Iran’s attack on US facilities in Qatar.Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed New York’s power authority to develop the state’s first nuclear power plant in 50 years and the country’s first in more than 15 years.A higher-than-expected number of miscarriages and other forms of fetal loss were associated with COVID-19 vaccinations in Israel, a new study shows.—☀️ Want this in your inbox? Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The U.S. strike on three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend followed a highly intricate plan that entailed more than 125 U.S. aircraft and warships and layers of deception. Here is how it unfolded.Iran reserves “all options” to respond to U.S. military strikes on its nuclear facilities, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Sunday morning.Three major U.S. cities indicated that they’re on heightened alert following U.S. military airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities on June 21.China is flooding Brazil with vehicle imports, drawing concerns from the domestic auto industry.🍵 Health: This 20-minute eye care routine can help protect against glaucoma and cataracts.—☀️ Want this in your inbox? Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The FBI has stepped up scrutiny over how it handled previously undisclosed documents containing claims about alleged Chinese interference in the 2020 elections.The so-called razor-throat COVID-19 variant that has driven a rise in cases in mainland China is now detected in more than a dozen U.S. states, according to data released by a private tracking firm.The National Weather Service forecasts that significant parts of the Midwest and East Coast will see high temperatures during a heat wave starting this weekend and lasting into early next week.🍵 Health: Short-term fasting may boost immune defenses and make cancer treatments more effective.—☀️ Want this in your inbox? Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected a call by U.S. President Donald Trump for Iran to unconditionally surrender amid the regime’s aerial war with Israel.The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s ban on transgender procedures. Here are the five takeaways from the consequential ruling.Border Patrol did not release any illegal immigrants into the country in May, a “staggering drop” from the more than 62,000 illegal immigrants whom Border Patrol was “forced to release along the southwest border” during the same period in 2024, Customs and Border Protection said.—☀️ Want this in your inbox? Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:President Donald Trump demanded Iran to surrender unconditionally in its conflict against Israel.Here is why Israel needs US bombs to strike Iran’s nuclear fortress.In the first five months of President Trump’s second term, blue-collar hourly workers have experienced the biggest increase in real wages in nearly 60 years.The Pentagon will deploy up to 700 military personnel to assist with immigration enforcement in Florida, Louisiana, and Texas, in support of President Donald Trump’s call to expand the mass deportation of illegal immigrants.🍵Health: Osteoporosis is a silent disease that weakens bones. Here’s how to prevent bone loss.—☀️ Want this in your inbox? Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:President Donald Trump called on residents to immediately evacuate the capital of Iran.Here are the five key accomplishments from Israel’s opening days of operation Rising Lion.President Trump announced the signing of a U.S.–UK trade agreement after his meeting with the leader of the United Kingdom.British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over the weekend announced a national inquiry into grooming gangs.🍵 Health: Why some fruits and vegetables carry more pesticides.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:Authorities captured Vance Boelter, the suspect in the slaying of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband.President Donald Trump arrived in Canada on Sunday for the Group of 7 summit, marking his first major international leaders’ gathering since beginning his second term in January.Rising prices may be turning some vacationers into “staycationers.” Bankrate’s summer travel survey indicates that 46 percent of Americans plan to travel this summer. Of those not planning to travel, 65 percent say affordability is keeping them at home.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on June 15 that Iran could undergo a regime change as a result of Israel’s recent strikes on the country and nuclear facility.🍵 Health: Meet the food scientist who has milled her own flour for 30 years and see how you can too.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:Israel carried out airstrikes targeting Iran’s senior military leadership and nuclear and ballistic missile programs.A federal appeals court has restored President Donald Trump’s control of the California National Guard. This came just hours after a judge ordered the administration to return control of the guardsmen to Gov. Gavin Newsom.Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has mobilized 7,000 National Guard soldiers and state troopers to keep the peace prior to planned protests against the Trump administration this weekend.At least 241 people died in an Air India plane crash on Thursday near Ahmedabad, a city in western India. 🍵 Health: Why bitters may be the key to better digestion and blood sugar.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The FBI is following the money trail behind the riots against immigration enforcement in Los Angeles, according to the agency’s director, Kash Patel.President Donald Trump has unveiled the details of the trade deal reached by the United States and China.Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has chosen eight new members for the panel that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines.A years-long anti-corruption drive has swept through every corner of China’s finance sector, toppling hundreds of banking officials.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass imposed a curfew on areas of the city’s downtown as riots against Immigration and Customs Enforcement reached their fifth consecutive day.A group called No Kings is planning nationwide protests against the Trump administration on June 14, coinciding with Flag Day, the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army, a military parade in Washington, and President Donald Trump’s birthday.President Trump said he would consider invoking the Insurrection Act if the unrest in Los Angeles deteriorates.Negotiators on both sides of the U.S.-China trade talks have walked out of two days of trade negotiations with an agreement to take back to their respective leaders that outlines a consensus framework for bilateral trade.🍵 Health: Five mobility exercises using a stick.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The Trump administration deployed 700 active-duty marines, an elite Border Patrol unit, and 2,000 more national guardsmen to deal with the riots in Los Angeles.RFK Jr. removed all 17 members of the committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines.The Chinese Communist Party has escalated attacks on some of its most vocal critics in the United States, highlighting the level of infiltration and influence the regime has in the country.Israel intercepted a boat heading for the Gaza Strip on Monday and detained Greta Thunberg along with other pro-Palestinian activists.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:President Donald Trump ordered military and Justice Department officials  to respond to the riots in Los Angeles.With median home prices exceeding $1 million in many U.S. housing markets, some real estate professionals are drawing attention to a 28-year-old capital gains tax law, citing it as one factor contributing to the nationwide housing shortage.Many involved with storm chasing see licensing or some other means of legitimization as an unavoidable necessity to end the clash between specialized citizens and local authorities. What remains uncertain, however, is what that legitimization should look like.COVID-19 cases in China increased by more than 160 percent in May, according to the latest official data from the Chinese communist regime. But Chinese residents across the country continue to report to The Epoch Times and on social media that they believe the situation is more serious than what authorities have acknowledged.🍌 Health: Bananas aid digestion, mood, and blood pressure. Here’s how to get the most out of them.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:Simmering policy disagreements between President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk devolved into open conflict on Thursday.Musk said that SpaceX would begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft, which are the backbone of NASA’s spacefaring efforts, after President Trump appeared to call for the termination of all of the government’s subsidies and contracts with the SpaceX CEO.The Food and Drug Administration approved a new COVID-19 vaccine, but it is not recommending that people receive it, the agency’s top vaccine officials said.China experts say it’s time for the United States to counter the regime’s unrestricted warfare by exposing the forced organ harvesting.🍵Health: Increasing potassium intake relative to sodium may be a more effective way to lower blood pressure than just cutting back on sodium—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:President Donald Trump suspended new visas for foreign nationals from 12 countries and ordered partial visa suspensions on nationals from another seven.The fallout from Ukraine’s attack on Russia’s nuclear-capable bombers is escalating. Here are 5 key takeaways.Former President Joe Biden’s longtime White House press secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, said that she has left the Democratic Party and will release a tell-all book on her time in the administration later this year.A wave of strikes and protests has erupted across China since late May, highlighting growing tensions between workers and employers, homebuyers and irresponsible developers, and general mounting public frustration amid a deepening economic slowdown.🍵 Health: You may not feel it, but an imbalanced gut could be weakening your bones.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:President Donald Trump’s 50 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum went into effect at midnight on June 4, following through on last week’s announcement at a U.S. Steel facility.Following the Trump administration’s move to curb Harvard University’s international admissions and vet Chinese nationals studying in the United States for ties to the communist party, the Ivy League school’s extensive involvement with Beijing has come to the fore.Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs remain entrenched at airlines, despite President Donald Trump’s executive orders against the practice and growing concerns over air crashes and safety incidents.Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the Chinese Communist Party’s brutal crackdown during the June 4, 1989, student protests in Tiananmen Square, marking the anniversary of the event.🍵 Health: Simple lifestyle changes may help prevent lingering exhaustion after a mini-stroke.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging all Americans traveling internationally, regardless of destination, to get vaccinated against measles amid a resurgence of the disease in the United States and abroad.The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear two high-profile challenges to state gun-control laws—one in Maryland banning semiautomatic rifles such as the AR-15, and another in Rhode Island prohibiting magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.Delegations from Ukraine and Russia ended their second round of cease-fire negotiations in Turkey after just an hour. The two sides were preparing for a new prisoner swap, and the Ukrainian delegation delivered to the Russian side a list of deported Ukrainian children that Kyiv wants returned home.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The FBI has named the suspect in Sunday’s terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, as 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman. The suspect allegedly used a makeshift flamethrower and an incendiary device to target pro-Israel protestors.Ukraine launched a massive drone strike on Sunday, hitting multiple Russian air bases, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the former vice presidential candidate, told Democratic Party voters in South Carolina on May 31 that their party has lost its way and needs to revive its identity.Doctors and residents across China continue to report more infections and deaths as the latest wave of COVID-19 continues, portraying a far more severe situation than the Chinese regime is letting on.🍵Health: AI friends are not your friends. Here’s why.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The U.S. State Department is ramping up its scrutiny of all Chinese nationals currently in the United States on a visa, the latest in a series of major shifts on visa policies this week.President Donald Trump issued pardons to a former governor and eight others.Tactics used by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to influence public perception in the United States appear to be evolving.A Greenlandic official has raised the stakes in the contest for its minerals, suggesting that the Danish territory could turn to China if the United States and Europe do not move fast enough.🍵Health: These overlooked chemicals in food may threaten your health.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The United States will begin aggressively revoking the visas of Chinese students, including those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party and those studying in critical fields.A federal trade court blocked President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, ruling that the president exceeded his authority when he declared a national emergency to impose sweeping baseline tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners.President Donald Trump said he is giving Russian President Vladimir Putin two weeks to demonstrate a genuine commitment to ending the war in Ukraine, warning that failure to do so could result in tougher action, including sanctions.Descendants of rewilded wolves are killing calves and full-grown animals in Northern California and Oregon and putting stress on cow-calf operations and ranchers’ pocketbooks.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to block a lower court order restricting the Department of Homeland Security from deporting illegal immigrants to nations other than their home countries.Health officials on Tuesday said they’re no longer recommending the COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and healthy pregnant women.The European Union has formally adopted a landmark $170 billion defense financing program aimed at rearming the continent, bolstering its defense industry, and reducing reliance on the United States as the war in Ukraine rages on and questions swirl about America’s future engagement in Europe’s security amid increasing risks in the Pacific posed by communist China.🍵Health: While the physical toll of obesity is well-known, mounting research shows that excess body fat changes the brain, affecting how we think, feel, and understand.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The FBI is reopening or revisiting several high-profile investigations, including the unexploded pipe bombs on January 6, the cocaine found at the White House in 2023, and the leak of the Supreme Court opinion which overturned Roe v. Wade.Dr. Mehmet Oz, the head of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said his agency and the Department of Government Efficiency have identified at least $14 billion in fraud, waste, and abuse.A COVID-19 variant that has led to a resurgence in cases in China has been discovered in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed that Ukraine is now free to strike military targets deep inside Russia using Western-supplied weapons🍵 Health: Understanding what egg carton labels really mean can help you make informed choices.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The House of Representatives approved President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” in a 215–214 vote on Thursday. Here’s what’s inside the mammoth bill meant to implement most of the president’s legislative agenda.The Department of Homeland Security has revoked the certification of Harvard University’s foreign student admissions program, prohibiting the school from enrolling international students.The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes a tax break for Americans older than 65 in the form of a temporary deduction of $4,000. Here’s how it will work.CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis said that China represents an “existential threat” to the United States and that the agency’s top priority is outpacing the Chinese Communist Party in a high-stakes technological arms race that spans semiconductors, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence.🍵Health: This zero-calorie sweetener balances blood sugar and reduces cravings.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The House Rules Committee late on Wednesday advanced a sweeping bill to enact President Donald Trump’s agenda after a marathon 21-hour session, clearing the legislation for a House floor vote.The Federal Trade Commission escalated its efforts to lower prescription drug costs, renewing challenges to more than 200 patents it says were improperly listed to prevent generic versions of brand-name drugs from reaching the market.Taiwan wants to have peace with China but must prepare for war in order to deter conflict, Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said after delivering a speech marking his first year in office.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:The Food and Drug Administration will not approve COVID-19 vaccines for many Americans absent trial data showing that the benefits outweigh the risks, according to top agency officials.Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins issued a first-ever state waiver to Nebraska, banning soda and energy drink purchases with SNAP, or food stamps.Musk signaled plans to scale back his political involvement, saying that he intends to sharply reduce his political spending. Britain and the European Union announced fresh sanctions against Russia on Tuesday.🍵Health: A simple stretch to support a healthy spine.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.

Here are the stories shaping the day:Signs of the Chinese regime’s influence are becoming more prevalent on YouTube, especially in English-language content about China.The Supreme Court has granted President Donald Trump’s request to remove legal protections for Venezuelan nationals, opening them up to potential deportation.FBI Director Kash Patel says the flow of fentanyl into the United States is coming from Canada.China’s health authorities report that official COVID-19 infection rates doubled in April. Meanwhile, Chinese citizens across the country have been reporting a new wave of respiratory infections, causing hospitals to become overcrowded again.—☀️ Get clarity and inspiration with The Epoch Times Morning Brief, our flagship newsletter written by U.S. national editor Ivan Pentchoukov. Sign up here.