Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an unannounced visit to the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Thursday, one day after Russia accused the United States of being behind an alleged drone attack. The ICC recently issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin for alleged war crimes in Ukraine. Zelenskyy's visit is likely related to the warrant, as he was in The Hague to discuss the matter with the ICC and the International Court of Justice.
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Key takeaways: The White House Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) identified three potential scenarios of varying severity that could result from the current debt ceiling…
Donald Trump will not present a defense in the civil trial on allegations he raped writer E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s, due to health issues preventing their expert witness from testifying. The jury did hear Trump deny the allegation in a 2018 audio recording, and Carroll's lawyers are set to finish presenting their case on Thursday. Trump's lawyers will then make closing arguments, and the jury will decide whether Trump defamed Carroll when he denied her allegation.
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on new immigration policies that will enable the U.S. to deport some migrants and allow Mexico to accept non-Mexican migrants and asylum-seekers. The agreement also includes the deployment of extra troops to the southern border and the eligibility of up to 100,000 individuals from Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador to live and work in the U.S. The agreement is seen as a way to deter illegal border crossings while also providing a safe and legal way for those who are eligible to enter the U.S.
Law enforcement agents have apprehended Francisco Oropesa, 38, in connection with a deadly shooting in Cleveland, Texas on Friday night. Oropesa was taken into custody without incident and is being held in the Montgomery County Jail on charges of first-degree murder. The FBI, Border Patrol, and U.S. Marshals were all involved in the manhunt for the suspect, who had been on the run since the shooting.
The United States is facing a potential debt crisis, with the possibility of defaulting on its debt as early as June 1. In response, House Democrats have taken the first procedural steps to try to force a House vote on a clean debt ceiling increase. President Biden has invited the top four congressional leaders to the White House on May 9 to discuss potential solutions to avert the crisis.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has declared loneliness to be a public health epidemic, citing a report that found half of U.S. adults have experienced it. The report suggests that loneliness can be as deadly as smoking a dozen cigarettes daily, and that more public health initiatives should be implemented to help individuals and communities address it. The report is an important step in recognizing the impact of loneliness on public health, and taking steps to ensure those struggling with it have access to the resources they need.
Gordon Lightfoot, a beloved Canadian folk singer-songwriter, passed away at the age of 81. He was known for his hundreds of songs and 20 studio albums, including his 1968 album "Did She Mention My Name?" and his 1974 U.S. No. 1 hit "Sundown." His influence was felt far and wide, with dozens of artists covering his work, and Bob Dylan calling him a "rare talent." Lightfoot will be remembered for his timeless music and his contribution to Canadian identity.