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Kit Cornell Kurtz, from Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USAYou can read Kit's poem in The Christian Science Monitor.

Many countries and companies are competing to be the first to achieve “artificial general intelligence,” a theoretical AI that can match or beat humans in any task. China hopes that putting AI in a body – by investing in humanoid robots – will give their developers an edge. Also: today's stories, including what Iceland is weighing before it votes on whether to restart talks about joining the European Union; how a global initiative to pay-what-you-can for high end dining started by a restaurant in Mexico City has expanded; and a Monitor writer's review of DéLana R.A. Dameron's last novel, “Fairfield County.” Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.

The Trump administration wants to put tougher vetting in place for mail-in voting. Despite a preliminary Supreme Court win this week, it remains to be seen if new rules will go into effect before the midterms, with a number of lawsuits in play. Also: today's stories, including a look at Meta's new rules for minors after a historic legal settlement; why local journalists in Sudan are being targeted by rival military forces; and how one organization in Massachusetts celebrates vintage base ball (yes, two words!). Join the Monitor's Mackenzie Farkus for today's news.

During Syria's long civil war, Russia propped up the Assad regime with military and diplomatic support. Now, the new government in Damascus is recalibrating the power dynamic with Moscow. Also: today's stories, including how Iowans could elect a Democratic governor for the first time in two decades, how a drought in the western United States has affected food sources for black bears, and a tribute to one of America's most beloved and iconic performers and songwriters, Dolly Parton. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.

One key goal for Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has been the disarming of Iraqi militias, including those backed by, and serving, Iran. The Trump administration robustly endorses that goal, but its economic pressure on Iran is making it harder to attain. Also: today's stories, including how the Russia-Ukraine war is impacting Ukraine's North Azovian Greek community; why the WNBA is dealing with a string of controversies despite a growing fanbase and increased revenue; and a look at a new documentary on the poet Mary Oliver. Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hopes that he can use the collapse of trade talks with Washington to show that Canada and other “middle powers” can navigate geopolitical storms without ceding their sovereignty to nations like the United States. Also: today's stories, including a look at President Donald Trump's latest tariffs and sanctions; why Washington's curtailing of joint military drills in South Korea could push the country on a path to self-reliance; and how Native Americans along Route 66 are grappling with the highway's legacy. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

We've got a little something different — and sweet — in today's Daily. Our reporters traveled the globe to find out more about skyrocketing cocoa prices, taking a look behind the scenes at cocoa farmers and boutique chocolatiers as they grapple with social, economic, and environmental questions. Join the Monitor's Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news.

The Federal Communications Commission may cut funds for internet access at schools and libraries. Schools and libraries say that cuts could leave them with hard choices. Also in today's stories: French parents rethink childhood safety after reports of abuse in after school programs; midterm elections may allow Democrats to put new scrutiny on self-dealing in Washington; and in Africa, a push for more kid-friendly cities. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

Among Israelis working to protect West Bank Palestinians from settler attacks, members of the leftist religious group Bnei Avraham are outliers. The group aims to show “another face of Judaism,” one member says. Also in today's stories: why milestone diplomatic moments in Iran and Gaza fell flat; why Russia banned an anti-war party from legislative elections; and what the updated Endangered Species Act means for the species it protects. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.

In the United Nations' 80 years, it has been led by nine secretaries-general, none of them women. But as the U.N. begins the process of electing a successor to António Guterres, pressure is mounting to shatter its glass ceiling. Four top candidates are women. Also: today's stories, including how a spate of cyberattacks on water utilities across the United States has spurred calls for increased cybersecurity requirements; a look at the latest Gen Z trend, “Chinamaxxing”; and why the University of Michigan is dropping first-year letter grades. Join the Monitor's Mackenzie Farkus for today's news.

President Donald Trump's announcement that he is scaling back U.S. participation in long-standing, joint military drills in South Korea is another example of Washington's willingness to turn away from traditional allies. It also shows how faraway wars might be reshaping security dynamics in the Pacific. Also: today's stories, including a look at the depletion of U.S. missile stockpiles due to the U.S.-Iran war; why growing food in water is providing a green line of defense in Saudi Arabia; and a look at a turtle conservation effort along Kenya's coast. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

Human rights advocates say women and girls in Afghanistan have seen most of their basic human rights taken away. These accounts from two Afghan women offer a glimpse of what life is like under Taliban rule. Also: today's stories, including a look at the new Women's Pro Baseball League in the U.S.; how Europeans are considering how waterways shape communities, economies, and sense of place amid recent drought; and a Q&A with an Iraqi American director on her latest film, about a young Muslim woman who moves to a Chaldean Christian neighborhood in Detroit. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.

Trump Saves Himself. Rating Karoline Leavitt. Pirro Still Under Fire. Reflecting Pool Farce. Wisconsin Chooses Electability. Rogers Leads El-Sayed. Minn Chooses Progressive. S. Carolina Senate Race.GOP House Scandals. Data Centers Get Toxic. With Linda Feldmann, Washington Bureau Chief and White House Correspondent for The Christian Science Monitor, Arthur Delaney, Senor Reporter at HuffPost and Samuel Benson, National Politics Reporter for Politico.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Ironworkers Union. More information at Ironworkers.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bobby Lewis, CS, from Buena Vista, Colorado, USAYou can read Bobby's article in The Christian Science Monitor.

Who suffers when AI gets things wrong? In Brazil, where fighting crime is a top priority for citizens, facial-recognition technology is exploding, even though the legislature is still working on laying out clear rules. Also: today's stories, including a look at how a rising pragmatic approach to clean energy is slowing Europe's green transition; how AI is rattling the book publishing industry; and a photo essay on climbing in Damascus and its uplifting effect on Syrian life. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.

David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

The AI boom is proving complicated for everyday Americans. It's raising the cost of living and stopping the Fed from lowering interest rates. It is making some things faster and easier, but it is also changing how we live. Also: today's stories, including how Israel's new left-wing party is not focusing on peace within its campaign; how Kazakhstan is questioning Russia's invasion of Ukraine; and how parents are advocating for less screen time in schools. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

The United States struggles with traffic safety in comparison with the track records of other developed nations. There are some bright spots, such as the city of Somerville, Massachusetts, where use of road safety tools and community engagement has brought success. Also: today's stories, including a town's repurposing of a closed college campus to help foster community; lawmakers' involvement in the new era of revenue-generating college sports; and our Africa editor's enlightening experience in starting a letter exchange between South African students and students from America and Mexico. Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.

The Saudi-Turkish-Pakistani compact is a response to the prolonged Iran war, an Israel seen as seeking hegemony, and the failure of other diplomatic initiatives. It also anticipates a reduced U.S. regional posture. Does that help the United States? Also: today's stories, including how Massachusetts students are suing for continued segregation in school districts; how Tulsa is offering incentives to relocate remote workers; and a review of books about AI. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

As Silicon Valley titans and startups cash in, educators and parents are struggling to decide which artificial intelligence tools help – or harm. Also: today's stories, including how President Donald Trump is trying to limit birthright citizenship through executive orders; how a comedy candidate is playing political spoiler in Britain; and how class pets are helping students refine their social skills and learn how to handle emotions. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.

The Trump administration let a contract to provide legal services to tens of thousands of immigrant children lapse. The interruption potentially leaves more children without legal representation in a complex and accelerating immigration court system. Also: today's stories, including how the aftermath of the U.S. government's slashing of two revered national monuments in Utah could determine how vast public lands in the western U.S. are managed; why the clock is ticking on the Trump administration's ability to complete more of the Project 2025 agenda; and how residents of one Indian village look forward to an annual cleanup and fishing festival. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

Many soldiers in Ukraine are spending long periods on the front lines, as Ukraine struggles against Russia's numerical advantage. One infantryman, in the trenches for nearly a year and a half straight, tells us his story. Also: today's stories, including how the Trump administration is stepping in as AI models are evading corporate controls; how a bipartisan Truth Commission in New Mexico is aiming to tell the story of what happened at Zorro Ranch, formerly owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein; and how a new law signed by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey will narrow cooperation between the state and federal immigration authorities. Join the Monitor's Mackenzie Farkus for today's news.

The U.S. intervened in Japan to help steady the yen. A move not taken since the height of the Asian financial crisis, it was motivated as much by American self-interest as it was by a desire to help out a close ally. Also: today's stories, including how two Republican senators temporarily withheld approval of President Trump's attorney general nominee over concerns with an administration policy; the big expectations many Syrians have of their new lawmakers, as their country's Parliament reconvenes with limited amount of leverage over government decisions; and how China's ancient tradition requiring a month of special postpartum care is evolving and slowly migrating to the West. Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.

Wisconsin, a political bellwether, might see a Democratic takeover after 15 years of Republican rule. But having a socialist at the top of the ticket raises questions for some voters. Also: today's stories, including how in the wake of the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal, other countries are asking whether they, too, need to develop nuclear power; how images of thousands of migrants surging from Morocco into the Spanish city of Ceuta, in North Africa, have led EU ministers to try to find new solutions; and how “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” asks what it really means to grow up or to make fresh starts. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

Cheap, mass-produced drones are changing modern warfare by exposing vulnerabilities in the field. The U.S. military is taking notes, and transforming the way American troops train and fight. Also: today's stories, including how Massachusetts' large Haitian community is navigating the loss of temporary protected status; why Uruguay's decades-old cooperative housing model is gaining new attention; and how India has changed the process for how individuals identify their gender, sparking protests and court challenges. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.

Day 1,617.As yet more Russian Wildberries distribution sites reach for the stars, Ukrainian missile producer Firepoint wins the month's top-trolling award by offering merch to anyone who correctly predicts their next target. Dom reports how ballistic-missile defence is the hot topic of military and diplomatic discussion at the moment, with offers from Poland, favours asked of SpaceX and, perhaps least surprising of all, a growing coolness from Donald Trump over the plan/idea/wishful thinking that Ukraine would be given the Patriot blueprints. Alex Nichol reports that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff may be in Ukraine in the next few weeks, which would be their first trip to Kyiv despite making multiple visits to Putin in Moscow.Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @DomNicholls on X.Alex Nichol (Telegraph Journalist).With thanks to Hugh Roberts (@hugh.g.a.roberts on Instagram) and the University of Exeter. Senior Producer: Lilian FawcettVideo Producer: Sophie O'SullivanSocial Producer: Tom SteedStudio Director: Meghan SearleExecutive Editor: Francis DearnleyCreated by David KnowlesNOW IN FULL VIDEO WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:Every episode is now available on our YouTube channel shortly after the release of the audio version. You will find it here: https://www.youtube.com/@UkraineTheLatest CONTENT REFERENCED:If you're interested in sponsoring Dom's upcoming defence event, email our colleagues at events@telegraph.co.ukRussian missile destroys US firm's Kyiv drone factory (The Guardian)https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/30/us-firm-drone-factory-terminal-autonomy-ukraine-russia Zelensky Asked Trump for a Favor From Elon Musk (The Atlantic)https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/07/zelensky-asked-trump-for-a-favor-from-elon-musk/688122/Donald Trump ‘not sure' he will let Ukraine build Patriot missiles (Financial Times)https://www.ft.com/content/d8c42f6b-4dba-4976-a907-c7c93bca0bbd?syn-25a6b1a6=1 War and peace: Ukraine's ambassador in Washington joins our table (Christian Science Monitor)https://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics/monitor_breakfast/2026/0731/ukraine-ambassador-olga-stefanishyna?icid=rssThe Geopolitics of Russia's Civil Nuclear Exports Four Years into the War (Centre for Strategic and International Studies)https://www.csis.org/analysis/geopolitics-russias-civil-nuclear-exports-four-years-war Ukrainian War Time Poetry: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx2YPXiQIIQvRHSFfabgsOZM_5G5eqj5OJantar Publishing House: https://www.jantarpublishing.com/Lines from the frontline: the poet soldiers defending Ukraine (The Conversation): https://theconversation.com/lines-from-the-frontline-the-poet-soldiers-defending-ukraine-276676 Death of a Ukrainian Writer (New Yorker): https://www.newyorker.com/news/daily-comment/the-death-of-a-ukrainian-writer-victoria-amelinaThe Buried Book That Helped Ukraine's Literary Revival (The New York Times): https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/20/world/europe/ukraine-publishing-buried-book.htmlMore about Aliaksei Lazarau: https://x.com/Alx_lazarau/status/2050195969103307014 The petition to allow non-Ukrainian to be recognised as Hero of Ukraine: https://petition.president.gov.ua/petition/264020 EMAIL US:Contact the team on ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk. We continue to read every message, and seek to respond to as many as possible.HIGHLIGHTS:Russians 'fear being killed in Red Square,' Kyiv claimsZelensky asks Elon Musk a favour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The success of India's “Cockroach” protests is reinvigorating something that experts say has been lost under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 12 years in power – and that's a sense that dissent matters. This is good news for India's democracy. Also: today's stories, including the launch of the Women's Professional Baseball League; the changing goals of the U.S. and Iran war; and how the new U.S. military service designed to ensure American space superiority was tested in Iran and Venezuela. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.

David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

Tuesday's primary for Michigan's open Senate seat is serving as a proxy battle over the Democratic Party's future, underscoring racial and generational divisions over everything from healthcare to immigration to aid for Israel. How it all plays out could shape the direction of the party, including the 2028 presidential race. Also: today's stories, including how the collapse of a possible compromise to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could expand the conflict in the Middle East; how Japan's first female prime minister is navigating a challenging first year in office; and how some states are suing the Trump administration for redirecting wind power funding towards fossil fuels. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

Federal law and Trump administration rules lay out transparency requirements for the U.S. government's use of artificial intelligence. When the Monitor asked about one tool designed to vet immigrant children's sponsors, information about it disappeared. Also: today's stories, including how some major US firms are rethinking staffing strategies amid a global collapse of entry-level jobs; a look at one woman's conflicted campaign to expel South Africa's migrants; and how Seattle is giving city streets back to kids as spaces to play. Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.

Europe is dealing with record-breaking wildfires. Some of them are so intense, the authorities are unable to contain them. Climate change is part of the story. But forest management is another factor. Also: today's stories, including how despite extensive Iranian retaliation, people in the UAE are coming through the U.S. and Israel's conflict with Iran with a new sense of national pride; how the U.S. government is spending well beyond its means at a breathtaking pace; and how an unregulated market for hemp in the Carolinas is raising public safety concerns. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

The stalemate between the U.S. and Iran over control of the Strait of Hormuz has created a global economic shock. Now, the conflict is threatening to disrupt international shipping through the Red Sea. Also: today's stories, including how Palestinian villagers are facing discrimination by Israeli forces in South Hebron Hills, an explainer outlining how Trump v. Slaughter may impact federal agencies, and how the Ukrainian Bat Rehabilitation Center is growing in popularity thanks to social media. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.

There have been three federal government shutdowns during President Donald Trump's second term. The potential for a fourth this fall is driving Senate Republicans' political strategy months ahead of the budget deadline. Also: today's stories, including how U.S. tariffs rattled allies and rivals, stressed household budgets, failed to boost manufacturing, but also raised big revenue; how long-simmering frustrations with corruption and youth unemployment have bubbled over into India's streets; and how Ancient Greek, it turns out, is not dead. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

Two recent killings of immigrants by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have raised questions about whether the shootings were justified. Officers wearing body cameras would add a piece of evidence to contested encounters. Also: today's stories, including a look at the Trump administration's expected announcement of a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia; how the recent Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship signals that the national discussion about the topic is not settled; and a review of Andrea Wulf's biography of 18th century naturalist George Forster, exploring how his globe-trotting youth made him more tolerant of Indigenous peoples and customs. Join the Monitor's Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news.

As U.S.-Iran fighting reignites, American ally Jordan, which hosts U.S. forces, has increasingly come under Iranian fire. Dependent on U.S. aid, but eager to avoid angering Iran or creating domestic concerns, it is choosing its words carefully. Also: today's stories, including how the killing of a Colombian man by an ICE officer in Biddeford, Maine, has made other immigrants and Latinos feel less secure; how local humanitarian groups in a city near the front lines in Sudan's civil war have set up Emergency Response Rooms; and how young people are both creating hit content and filling seats for the in-person moviegoing experience. Join the Monitor's Jingnan Peng for today's news.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's dismissal of a popular defense minister, an architect of Ukraine's effective high-tech warfare, has sparked protests across the country. More than just strategy, youth appears part of his appeal. Also: today's stories, including a reflection on how fans were brought together during the World Cup, a dive into why Greeks are using social networks instead of traditional media for their news, and a look at Joplin, Missouri, and how they've rebuilt after a devastating tornado 15 years ago. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.

The World Cup final on Sunday is booked. But much focus will be on how the match highlights the changing of the guard at the pinnacle of soccer, between Argentine elder statesman Lionel Messi and Spanish prodigy Lamine Yamal. Also: today's stories, including how a resurgence of group songs and anthems at World Cup games offers a reminder on how shared music can bridge divides; how one bicentennial class of students reflect a divided yet hopeful America; and how a traveler's frantic sprint for a seat in Amtrak's Quiet Car led to a humorous breach of conduct. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.

President Donald Trump has kept election security a front-burner issue since his loss in 2020, though his claims of fraud have been disproved. He is again elevating the issue ahead of this year's midterms, which could see Democrats regain control of at least one chamber of Congress. Also: today's stories, including how federal law enforcement participating in immigration operations have killed four people this year; how each side in the U.S.-Iran war is internally divided on the way forward, making resolution of the conflict problematic; and how England's national soccer team was dealt a semifinal loss to Argentina in the World Cup. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

With many of the hawkish voices on China muted or sidelined, the Trump administration has a dearth of seasoned China hands, raising questions about who is helping guide U.S. policy toward China. Other countries may be taking note. Also: today's stories, including why Syrians are voicing confidence in public safety even as some distrust official accounts of recent bombings; how Utah residents are reacting to President Donald Trump's proclamations that dramatically shrink two of Utah's national monuments; and our film critic's round-up of great classic literary film adaptations. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.

A U.S.-Iran deal in mid-June caused oil prices – and inflation rates – to plunge globally. What happens next depends on the antagonists vying over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Also: today's stories, including how Senator Mitch McConnell's ongoing recovery could keep him away at a time Republicans need all the votes they can get; why Africa has overtaken Europe as the region with the largest number of French speakers; and how a black-and-white rescue dog named Tsunami has become a symbol of promise. Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.

No one else in Congress had the kind of relationship with President Donald Trump that Senator Lindsey Graham, who died Saturday, had. The Republican from South Carolina influenced the president's thinking on consequential matters, particularly in the realm of foreign policy. Also: today's stories, including how Ukrainians in Odesa finding hope after its worst winter of Russian attacks in recent years; how voters respond when politicians face allegations of sexual misconduct; and a peek into a day in the life of a World Cup volunteer. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

On this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Opening:• The Show Must Go On: Building Cyber Resilience for Venues — Global Awareness Professionals — 08 Jul 2026. Global Awareness Professionals published a Gate 15 guest post on strengthening venue cyber resilience through assessment, planning, exercises, and post-incident learning. • Lessons from CISA's Cyber Incident — Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency — 09 Jul 2026. CISA disclosed lessons from its response to an incident involving credentials exposed through a publicly accessible software repository. Main Topics:New York to ban smart glasses from all courthouses. All courts in New York state will ban smart glasses starting later this month. Beginning on July 20, all eyewear or headwear that contains cameras, microphones or other recording technology will not be allowed inside any Unified Court System facilities, according to a memo from the Office of Court Administration. The ban applies to more than 1,240 state, county, city, town and village courts.Terrorism / Extremism• When violence shapes identities: In a larger pool of perpetrators. — Europol — 13 Jul 2026. Europol's European Union Terrorism Situation and Trend Report 2026 assesses that terrorism in Europe is becoming increasingly decentralized, with a broader and more diverse pool of perpetrators motivated by jihadist, right-wing extremist, left-wing extremist, anarchist, separatist, and single-issue ideologies. The report notes continued growth in lone-actor violence, online radicalization, youth involvement, and hybrid ideological influences that blur traditional threat categories. Europol emphasizes that violent extremist ecosystems increasingly reinforce one another through online platforms, propaganda, and shared narratives even when ideological goals differ. • Feared for years, an Iranian attack on US soil has not materialized. Here's why. — Christian Science Monitor — 10 Jul 2026. The article examines why Iran has not conducted a large-scale retaliatory attack inside the United States despite decades of concern from U.S. intelligence and security officials. • Blurring Terrorism and War: Russia's Counter-Terrorism Framework and the Risks for International Partners — International Centre for Counter-Terrorism — 09 Jul 2026• 8 men indicted in planned drone and sniper attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show — Associated Press — 10 Jul 2026Severe Weather:• CSU Hurricane Seasonal Forecasting — Colorado State University — 08 Jul 2026. Colorado State University's initial seasonal hurricane forecast and press release for 2026 was released on Thursday, April 9, 2026 and updated on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 and Wednesday, July 8, 2026. • Taiwan, Japan and south-eastern China brace for Typhoon Bavi as landslides kill 15 in Philippines • 100 million Americans face dangerous heat as temperatures surge • A ‘super' El Niño is brewing. Experts fear historic dangers from extreme weather Quick Hits:• NSA and Partners Release Guidance on Improving Router Hygiene to Protect Against Russian State-Sponsored Targeting — National Security Agency — 13 Jul 2026 • Frontier AI models and their impact on cyber security – an update on AI model harnesses — Australian Signals Directorate — 13 Jul 2026• Cyber Shield: The path to an agentic AI future for cyber defence — National Cyber Security Centre — 07 Jul 2026• National Day of Protest Against Data Centers on July 18—Map, List of Cities — Newsweek — 09 Jul 2026• CISA expects to finalize key cyber reporting rule by September — Nextgov/FCW — 06 Jul 2026

Norway punches far above its weight as a sporting nation. The success of its athletes might be rooted in the way young Norwegians learn sports – by first focusing on the process, rather than on wins and losses. “It's a human-centered blueprint,” a sports wellness expert tells our writer. “It puts the person first by looking at the player pathway as a human journey, not just a sports journey.” Also: today's stories, including how residents of one Memphis neighborhood are weighing challenges with an AI data center; a look at new cuts to U.S. intelligence operations; and our reviewer's thoughts on “The Wreck of the Mentor,” a strange, true story of a shipwrecked crew on a South Pacific island. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.

The Iran War Continues. Bad for the GOP.New Airforce One Fail. Platner Out. Convention for Maine. Good for Susan Collins? How D's and R's Handle Sex Scandals.Where is Mitch? GOP Needs His Vote.4 Governors Races Shift Toward Democrats.Political Generation Gap. Trump and Communism. With Linda Feldmann, Washington Bureau Chief and White House Correspondent for The Christian Science Monitor, Jeff Dufour, Editor-in-chief of the National Journal and Jessica Taylor, Governors and Senators Editor at The Cook Political Report. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The United Food and Commercial Workers Union. More information at UFCW.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The collapse of Graham Platner's Senate campaign in Maine has state Democrats wrestling with questions over candidate vetting and whether the next nominee should come from the party's moderate or progressive wing. Also: today's stories, including how Turkey is becoming a bigger player in NATO and the Middle East; why other election changes could affect U.S. midterms besides President Donald Trump's focus on proof of citizenship; and a look at an automobile festival on Route 66 that's the ultimate event for gearheads. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

The back-and-forth talk of strikes and ceasefires in the Iran conflict at the NATO summit this week risks straining the alliance's renewed efforts at partnership and unity, a cornerstone of Western defense for decades. Also: today's stories, including how the Iran war's cost to Americans has already climbed well beyond early estimates; how Venezuela's earthquakes have created a new test for the exiled political opposition; and how aboard the train to Kashmir, a Monitor writer sees a region at a crossroads. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.

Polls show younger voters are less fearful of socialism and more likely to question the benefits of capitalism as it relates to their lives. But while anti-communist rhetoric is red meat for the Republican base, it might not persuade many other voters. Also: today's stories, including why French far-right leader Marine Le Pen's is again appealing her embezzlement conviction; a look at the launch of the new “Little House on the Prairie” series on Netflix this week with a broader diversity of characters; and how government officials, local volunteers, and others are offering support to people and their livestock after a large wildfire in Southern Colorado. Join the Monitor's Stephanie Hanes for today's news.

The Supreme Court's latest term featured landmark cases on presidential authority. While the high court deepened the president's power over the executive branch, the justices also restrained it in some areas. Also: today's stories, including how the fall of Iran's former regime has led to growth in the country's confidence; how one Italian island is offering a compassionate response towards migrants; and how World Cup fans are building community by trading stickers. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

Alistair Budd, from Caldicot, Monmouthshire, Wales, United KingdomYou can read Alistair's article in The Christian Science Monitor.