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Russia-Ukraine war live updates: Kyiv opens first war crimes trial

The trial may be the first of many in a conflict that has seen mounting accusations of atrocities by Russian forces as their military campaign flounders.
Cover gif Ukraine war crimes trial May 13, 2022.
Cover gif Ukraine war crimes trial May 13, 2022.

Robert McFarlane, national security adviser involved in Iran-Contra affair, dies at 84

McFarlane, who served as a top aide to former President Ronald Reagan, pleaded guilty in 1988 to four misdemeanor counts of withholding information from Congress.
National Security Advisor Robert McFarlane at Whit
National Security Advisor Robert McFarlane at Whit

White House releases financial disclosures for Biden, Harris

Book royalties accounted for almost $30,000 of President Joe Biden's outside income, compared to about $456,000 for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Joe Biden,Kamala Harris
Joe Biden,Kamala Harris
2h ago

Hope fades for quick return home for Brittney Griner after latest decision from Russian courts

The pro basketball player has been held on drug smuggling charges since February, but she has made no public comments about the circumstances surrounding her arrest.
Image: Brittney Griner, Phoenix Mercury v Las Vegas Aces - Game Two
Image: Brittney Griner, Phoenix Mercury v Las Vegas Aces - Game Two

GOP laughs off Biden’s 'ultra-MAGA' attack, calling it 'hilarious'

Biden officials, though, are digging in. "The term ‘MAGA’ is repellent to swing voters," a source familiar with the White House strategy told NBC News.
President Biden Provides Update On Russia And Ukraine
President Biden Provides Update On Russia And Ukraine
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House Oversight panel opens probe into baby formula shortage

Lawmakers have asked four key manufacturers for information on steps they are taking to address the nationwide issue.
Image: Olivia Godden, Jaiden Godden
Image: Olivia Godden, Jaiden Godden

Biden urges cities to spend Covid relief money on police, crime prevention

New York, Washington and a number of other major cities have reported increases in violent crime since the start of the pandemic.
Image: President Joe Biden
Image: President Joe Biden

Biden discusses efforts to address baby formula shortages

President Biden discussed efforts his administration has taken and will be pursuing to address a shortage of baby formulas impacting families in the U.S.
Biden discusses efforts to address baby formula shortages
Biden discusses efforts to address baby formula shortages

'Use the money': Biden urges communities to invest American Rescue Plan funds to prevent crime

President Biden urged state and local leaders to use funds allocated to them from the American Rescue Plan to invest in police departments and crime prevention programs.
'Use the money': Biden urges communities to invest American Rescue Plan funds to prevent crime
'Use the money': Biden urges communities to invest American Rescue Plan funds to prevent crime

Texas Supreme Court issues mixed ruling on trans care for minors

The court struck down a statewide injunction blocking investigations into the parents of transgender youth but also said such investigations are not under the governor's control.
Demonstrators gather to speak against transgender-related legislation
Demonstrators gather to speak against transgender-related legislation

U.S. envoy decries ‘unbelievable’ antisemitism by Lufthansa in barring Jews from flight

Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt said that her office at the State Department is “very concerned” and has been in contact with the German government over the May 4 incident.
A Lufthansa plane at Frankfurt Airport.
A Lufthansa plane at Frankfurt Airport.