The Senate-passed bill died on the last night of the legislative session. Source
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Afghan security chief on his country’s future
Afghan National Security Advisor Hamdullah Mohib tells CBS News’ Charlie D’Agata that “democracy” is the only way out of his country’s problems, and while it’s possible Afghanistan will need to call on the U.S. military for more help, he doesn’t expect that to happen. Source
Lake Tahoe tsunami, while unlikely, still possible, geologist says
California Geological Survey geologist Steve Bohlen says it would take a 7.0 magnitude quake, which is conceivable though far from probable. Source
Bidens report $600,000 in income in 2020
Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff reported a federal adjusted gross income of $1,695,225, according to the White House. Source
Biden “expressed his support for a ceasefire” to Israeli PM
President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday night, their second phone call since Saturday. Source
Surfer dies after “unprecedented” shark attack near popular beach
“Despite the best efforts of paramedics and bystanders at the scene, the man could not be resuscitated,” officials said. Source
Exploring the “desire and humanity” of disabled relationships
On the Netflix series “Special” and in podcasts and social media, fresh and candid insights about disabilities, dating, interabled relationships — and yes, sex. Source
Jamal Sutherland’s mother praises firing of deputies
Sutherland died after being taken out of his cell and repeatedly pepper sprayed and tased by deputies. Source
Inspector who missed major crack in I-40 bridge twice fired
Span linking Arkansas and Tennessee was closed for emergency repairs when the track was finally discovered last week. Source
Why Palestinians are facing possible eviction in east Jerusalem
A decades-old legal battle between Palestinian families in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood and Jewish settlers who want their homes helped spark the current crisis. Source