Hidden cost of war, concert tickets, tiger chaos: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Jordan D. Brown, Toni Odejimi
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1️⃣ Hidden cost of war
Multiple oil spills are visible from space after Iranian and US‑Israeli strikes hit oil facilities and ships in the region, prompting warnings of an impending environmental catastrophe. Satellite images offer a stark look at the destruction. ➕ Sign up for the brand-new CNN Weather newsletter for the latest climate news from our team of experts
2️⃣ Mysterious deaths
At least 10 individuals connected to sensitive US nuclear and aerospace research have died or disappeared in recent years. The reports have sparked a federal investigation following concerns about whether the cases are connected.
3️⃣ Future of ticket sales
From presale codes to marathon digital queues, buying concert tickets today is, frankly, the worst. But the massive Live Nation legal decision may signal some hope. Here’s what will — and won’t — change going forward.
4️⃣ New reference tool
Millions of Americans are turning to AI chatbots for health answers — and their doctors are, too. See how the technology may be used at your next appointment and why it matters.
5️⃣ Guiding young talent
Teen sprint sensation Gout Gout has set the track and field world alight with eye-catching performances, including one that broke a record set by legend Usain Bolt. The Jamaican icon shared this advice for the young phenom with CNN Sports.
Watch this
🐯 Here kitty kitty: Or maybe don’t. A Russian circus show became unexpectedly interactive when a tiger leaped into the crowd after a safety net dropped mid‑performance. No one was injured, and a criminal investigation is underway.
Top headlines
- Florida Democrat resigns from Congress minutes before House ethics panel was set to weigh her expulsion
- Takeaways from a fiery hearing to confirm Trump’s Fed chief pick
- Seven arrested in London over foiled arson attack on Jewish community
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🥖 Order’s up: Crêpes. Ratatouille. Escargot. Staples of French cuisine, these dishes are beloved for their elegant simplicity — and are must‑tries for any foodie.
For CNN subscribers
- Trump’s craving for the spotlight risks Iran deal hopes
- Airlines are about to run out of jet fuel because of the Iran war
- How a storage closet-turned-boxing gym is helping migrant students graduate, and giving them options for the future
Quiz time
👑 Britain’s royals are remembering Queen Elizabeth II on her birthday. How old would she have been?
A. 90
B. 95
C. 100
D. 105
⬇️ Scroll down for the answer.
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🧠 Quiz answer: C. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest‑serving monarch, would have turned 100.
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