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David Briscoe, an Associated Press journalist who covered the Philippines' transition from dictatorship to democracy, died at 82. He documented events including Ferdinand Marcos' regime collapse, Benigno Aquino Jr.'s assassination, and Corazon Aquino's rise to presidency.

David Briscoe, a journalist for The Associated Press, chronicled the Philippines' transition from dictatorship to democracy during the 1980s. He died at 82 in Hawaii after battling amyloidosis, having covered key events including the assassination of Benigno Aquino Jr. and Corazon Aquino's rise to presidency.

An American diplomat was found dead in Myanmar, and a Thai woman has been detained. Police are investigating the case as a possible homicide.

The State Department is launching a premium expedited visa interview service next month, allowing foreigners to secure U.S. travel or business visa appointments within 10 days for a $750 fee. The program will be announced in a Federal Register notice, according to internal documents obtained by The Associated Press.

The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to provide pricing information or face fines up to $2 million annually, aiming to reduce healthcare costs by increasing transparency. This action aligns with Trump's efforts to address healthcare affordability ahead of the November midterms, following a 2019 executive order on price transparency.

A federal report found mismanagement at ICE's Camp East Montana in Texas led to unsafe conditions, three detainee deaths, and millions in wasted funds. Issues included inadequate medical care, a tuberculosis outbreak, and contractor failures, prompting ICE to replace the facility's operator.

The Trump administration has warned over 500 hospitals to provide transparent pricing information or face fines up to $2 million annually. The Associated Press obtained the list of hospitals that received warnings or requests to submit compliance plans since April.

Attorneys for Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian-born legal permanent resident detained by ICE, claim he is denied consistent diabetes care in an Indiana jail, leading to a 30-pound weight loss and risks of organ failure. They also allege religious harassment and inadequate medical treatment for his condition.

A couple in Congo's Ituri Province held a socially distanced wedding amid an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, with restrictions limiting guests and physical contact. Local authorities enforce measures to curb the disease, which has infected over 500 people and killed 91.

A suspected Hamas terrorist was arrested in Greece for allegedly plotting an attack on an Israeli cruise ship, the MS Crown Iris. The suspect, granted asylum a year ago, is linked to other arrested individuals in Cyprus and allegedly received explosives training in Malaysia. Searches in Greece uncovered electronic devices and chemical agents.

Health workers in Congo's Mongbwalu region are struggling with inadequate pay and resources while combating a deadly Ebola outbreak. Dr. Richard Lokudu, a hospital director, highlights the lack of compensation and the challenges of treating patients amid poor health protocols and community skepticism.

Steve Hilton launched a campaign ad targeting Xavier Becerra's 36-year political career in the California governor race, highlighting issues like homelessness and high-speed rail. The Associated Press projected Becerra would advance to the November election, leading with 26.8% of votes as of Saturday.

Uganda closed its border with Congo over Ebola contagion fears, stranding traders and causing significant losses as cargo spoils. The border closure, aimed at preventing cross-border transmission, has disrupted trade and livelihoods in the Mpondwe region.

Hundreds of immigrant detainees across 33 states reported inadequate medical care in court filings, including untreated cancers, infections, and chronic conditions like diabetes and HIV. Detainees described delayed or denied medications, unaddressed medical emergencies, and facilities such as 'Alligator Alcatraz' lacking proper oversight.

A New Jersey police sergeant, Darryl Brown, was charged with stealing $10,000 worth of camera equipment from photojournalist Angelina Katsanis after her gear was tracked to his home using a geo-tracking device. Katsanis, who was injured during protests at Delaney Hall immigration jail, left her marked gear bag at the scene, which was later found missing and traced to Brown's residence.

An ex-girlfriend alleges that Graham Platner, a U.S. Senate candidate, physically restrained her during their past relationship, including twisting her arm and holding her in a room. Platner denies the allegations, attributing them to politically motivated claims, and acknowledges past struggles with PTSD and alcohol use. Another woman also reported unsettling behavior from Platner.

The Kennedy Center is removing President Donald Trump’s name from its branding after a federal court ruling. The decision follows a major legal defeat for the center.

A New Jersey police sergeant, Darryl Brown, was charged with stealing a photojournalist's camera bag valued at $10,000 after it was tracked to his home. The journalist, Angelina Katsanis, left the bag during a protest at an immigration jail where she was injured, and geo-tracking revealed the bag's location at Brown's residence.

Zack Mullock won New Jersey’s Democratic primary for the 2nd Congressional District and will face Jeff Van Drew in November. The race was called by The Associated Press with 65% of ballots counted, showing Mullock with 41% of the vote.

KFF Health News and The Associated Press analyzed immigration habeas corpus claims to identify allegations of medical neglect in ICE detention centers during the second Trump administration. They reviewed 33,000 cases, finding 500 with potential medical neglect claims, and manually verified over 300 cases with specific allegations of inadequate healthcare.

Hundreds of ICE detainees across 33 U.S. states allege medical neglect in federal lawsuits, including delayed or denied treatments for conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer. Detainees reported severe consequences such as untreated infections, self-extracted teeth, and hospitalizations, with ICE custody deaths reaching a 20-year high since Trump's second administration began.

KFF Health News and The Associated Press are investigating allegations of medical neglect at ICE detention centers during the second Trump administration. The focus is on how medical care was handled in these facilities under that administration.

Detainees in U.S. immigration facilities across 33 states allege medical neglect, including untreated infections, denied medications, and delayed care for chronic conditions like diabetes and HIV. Federal lawsuits and interviews reveal systemic failures in providing timely healthcare, with ICE detaining over 75,000 immigrants as of mid-January 2024.

Sen. Bernie Sanders refuses to retract his endorsement of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite reports that Platner exchanged explicit texts with multiple women after marrying his wife in 2024. Sanders argues the focus should be on economic issues affecting working people rather than Platner's personal life.

Pro-Trump candidate Aberaldo de la Espriella leads Colombia's presidential race with 44% of the vote, surpassing progressive senator Iván Cepeda (41%). De la Espriella, who promises a crackdown on crime modeled after El Salvador's Bukele, faces Cepeda in a June 21 runoff. Experts doubt his strategy can replicate Bukele's success due to Colombia's size and complexity.

Graham Platner's wife, Amy Gertner, criticized media reports about her husband's sexually explicit text messages with women as 'shameful,' amid his Senate campaign in Maine. The candidate denied claims by a former campaign staffer that he was 'sexting multiple women while married,' and his campaign stated the matter was private. The controversy emerges as Platner seeks the Democratic nomination in a key Senate race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

The U.S. military disabled the Gambia-flagged Lian Star, a merchant vessel attempting to breach the American blockade of Iranian ports. This action marks the sixth ship stopped by the U.S. since launching the blockade on April 17 in response to Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has endorsed the primary challenger to Democratic Rep. Adriano Espaillat. Matt Brown and Daniella Diaz, politics reporters for The Associated Press and NOTUS, analyze the endorsement.

South Africa rejected the Trump administration's claim of a humanitarian emergency for white people in the country, stating there is no factual basis for the allegations. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson Chrispin Phiri denied systemic mistreatment of Afrikaners as unfounded.

The median CEO compensation in 2025 increased by nearly 6% to $17.7 million, while the median S&P 500 employee earned $89,744. The pay gap between CEOs and workers widened, with some CEOs earning over 1,700 times the median employee salary. Companies like Coca-Cola and TJX Cos. highlighted extreme disparities, and advocacy groups criticized the trend as unjust.

Donald E. Newhouse, president of a major family-controlled publishing company and former AP board chairman, died at 96. He led Advance Publications' newspaper group into the internet age and served as president of the Star-Ledger in Newark.

The United States is nearing a potential deal with Iran to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and have Iran relinquish its highly enriched uranium stockpile, according to regional officials. Details and timelines remain unresolved, and Iran has not publicly committed to the terms.

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that violence and insecurity are hindering the response to a 'deeply worrisome' Ebola outbreak in Congo. Fires erupted at an Ebola treatment center in Rwampara after locals were prevented from retrieving a man's body, according to The Associated Press.

President Donald Trump's handling of the economy has decreased in approval among Republicans, but he still holds strong support within the party. The war with Iran has led to higher gasoline prices and economic frustration. Trump's overall approval rating stands at 37%.

San Diego police are responding to an active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego, where people are believed to have been shot. The incident is ongoing in a residential neighborhood. Gov. Gavin Newsom is being briefed on the situation.

FBI Director Kash Patel took a 'VIP snorkel' trip around the USS Arizona during a visit to Pearl Harbor last summer, according to The Associated Press. The trip was previously undisclosed and was revealed through government emails shared with AP. Patel's visit occurred at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.

Retail sales rose 0.5% in April, a slowdown from the revised 1.6% in March, as higher gas prices left less room for nonessential items. Excluding gas prices, retail sales were up 0.3% in April. Sales at department stores and furniture stores declined, while online retailers saw an increase.

Senate Democrats plan to force votes on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rollbacks, targeting vulnerable Republicans in an election year. The move is led by Senator Elizabeth Warren, who proposed the creation of the CFPB in 2007. The votes aim to highlight the dismantling of the agency under the Trump administration.

The MV Hondius cruise ship is at the center of a hantavirus outbreak, with three passengers dead and 11 cases reported. The ship's operator, Oceanwide Expeditions, is awaiting more information before deciding on the vessel's cruises for the rest of the summer. The company expects to know by the end of the week if the vessel will keep to its schedule.

Former President Barack Obama met with Texas state Rep. James Talarico to support his Senate campaign. The meeting took place at a taco shop in Austin, where Obama also met with Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, who is running for Texas governor. Obama's endorsement is a significant boost to Talarico's campaign.