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June 23, 2026

World

  • Ukraine launches major drone strike on Moscow oil refinery – Ukrainian forces carried out one of their largest drone attacks targeting a Moscow oil refinery and disrupting flights at four airports, prompting President Zelenskyy to warn “Moscow will burn” if Russian attacks continued. Source
  • US Defense Secretary critiques NATO allies, launches Europe force review – U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized NATO counterparts in Brussels and announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe, urging European nations to take greater responsibility for their own defense. Source

United States

  • Two more arrests in foiled plot against Trump’s White House UFC event – Authorities arrested two individuals in Missouri and Washington in connection with a planned violent attack targeting President Trump’s UFC-like event at the White House on June 14. The plot involved encrypted communications, drone reconnaissance, and weapons. Source

Technology

  • UN chief urges AI firms to disclose environmental impact – UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on AI companies to publish their carbon, water, and land usage under the proposed “AI Environmental Transparency Initiative,” spotlighting environmental accountability in the AI industry. Source

Science

  • El Niño officially declared—possibly the strongest on record – NOAA has confirmed the onset of an El Niño event, potentially the most intense in modern history, capable of triggering widespread climate disruptions including wildfires, altered rainfall, and global temperature anomalies. Source

Entertainment

  • ‘Scary Movie’ 2026 film released early on June 5 – Paramount Pictures moved up the U.S. release of the new “Scary Movie” film to June 5, 2026, following a positive reaction to its teaser. 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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