President Biden cited Burns’ expertise and leadership in confronting a range of national security challenges, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing U.S. tension with China. Source
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U.S. cruises to 3-0 win over Vietnam in its Women’s World Cup opener
Sophia Smith scored twice for the U.S., who next will face the Netherlands on July 26. Source
Winning numbers announced for estimated $720 million Mega Millions jackpot
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are about one in 302.58 million. Source
Winning numbers announced for $720 million Mega Millions jackpot
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are about one in 302.58 million. Source
Louisville appoints first Black woman to lead its police department
Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel had been serving as the department’s interim police chief since January. Source
Florida approves controversial new guidelines for teaching Black history in schools
Florida’s Board of Education approved controversial guidelines for teaching Black history in schools this week, including lessons on how “slaves developed skills” that could be used for “personal benefit,” according to a copy of the state’s academic standards reviewed by CBS News. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more. Source
How electric flying taxis could help fight climate change
Could electric flying taxis soon be a reality? German startup Lilium is betting on it, and tested its experimental jet in the skies over Spain this week. CBS News’ Ian Lee has more from London. Source
More states enacting laws to allow younger teens to serve alcohol
In perhaps the most extreme proposed legislation, Wisconsin is looking to lower the alcohol service age from 18 to 14, the report found. Source
Russian landmines taking a heavy toll on Ukrainian forces
CBS News has learned that injuries and fatalities to Ukrainian soldiers from Russian landmines have now surpassed those caused by incoming artillery. Charlie D’Agata reports from Ukraine. Source
Judge sets 2024 trial date in Trump classified documents case
The judge overseeing former President Trump’s classified documents case has set a trial date for May 20, 2024. Trump also received a letter this week informing him that he’s the target of a federal probe into Jan. 6. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has the latest updates on Trump’s legal cases. Source