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June 21, 2026

World

  • Ebola vaccine development to take nine months amid rising death toll — The World Health Organization warns that the death toll has risen further, and a vaccine is still many months from being available. Source
  • Austria convicts ex-intelligence officer for spying for Russia — A former Austrian intelligence operative has been found guilty on espionage charges, renewing concerns about Russian intelligence activity in Europe. Source
  • Putin and Xi meet without securing a pipeline deal — Despite high-profile meetings, Russian President Vladimir Putin returned from China without an agreement on new energy infrastructure. Source

United States

  • U.S. military jets and drones tracked near Cuba amid escalating tensions — Recent flight data shows increased U.S. reconnaissance activity in the region, prompting concern in Cuba. Source
  • Legendary Congressman Barney Frank dies at 86 — One of the first openly gay U.S. congressmen, Barney Frank passed away after a long illness in hospice. Source
  • Tesla Cybertruck driver arrested after driving into lake using ‘wade mode’ — A driver activated the Cybertruck’s amphibious mode and drove into a lake near Grapevine, Texas, before abandoning the vehicle. Source

Technology

  • Anthropic meets with White House amid safety measure disagreements — Executives from AI firm Anthropic are in talks with Trump administration officials over regulatory concerns. Source
  • UK proposes ban on social media for children under 16 — Prime Minister Keir Starmer supports legislation to curb social media use by minors deemed addictive by design. Source
  • AI-powered robots aid small farms — In response to labor shortages, a California startup uses AI and robotics to assist with seeding, weeding, and harvesting. Source

Science

  • DoD releases another batch of UFO videos — The Department of Defense published six more videos showing unidentified aerial phenomena. Source
  • Goblin shark observed alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time — Scientists documented a live goblin shark in its native environment, a rare underwater sighting. Source
  • World’s largest whale graveyard discovered — A deep-sea submersible found a massive whale bone field populated by unusual marine life. Source

Entertainment

  • Entertainment industry debates AI’s role at CES 2026 — Panels at the tech expo focused on how AI affects Hollywood, advertising, and the creator economy. Source
  • U.S. releases summer music highlights of 2026 — CBS News shared a gallery spotlighting the top musical acts touring this summer in the United States. Source

Recipe of the Day

June 24, 2026

Zaatar Spiced Lamb Chops with Mint Yogurt Sauce

Spice up your dinner with these deliciously seasoned lamb chops, complemented by a refreshing mint yogurt sauce. This dish is sure to impress with its bold flavors and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

  • 4 lamb chops
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons zaatar seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, zaatar, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Rub this mixture all over the lamb chops and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the lamb is marinating, prepare the mint yogurt sauce. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, and honey. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Grill the lamb chops for about 4 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
  5. Remove the lamb chops from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
  6. Serve the lamb chops with the mint yogurt sauce on the side.

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