Congo's Ebola outbreak reached 5,021 cases and 2,378 deaths by Sunday, spreading three times faster than the 2014-2016 West Africa crisis. WHO says it remains uncontrolled, while violence, mistrust, poor roads, displacement, strikes, insecurity, and vaccine shortages hamper the response.

Trump signaled renewed talks with Kim Jong Un while scaling back US-South Korea military exercises. The move may not persuade Kim to distance North Korea from China.

Putin visited disputed Iturup Island, prompting Japan to consider recalling its ambassador, sanctions, and deeper cooperation with Ukraine. Tokyo says the visit could harden anti-Russian sentiment and strain ties, though Japan’s LNG reliance limits its economic leverage over Moscow.

The National Trust asked the Supreme Court to suspend the $400 million White House ballroom project during litigation. The case tests presidential versus congressional authority over demolishing the East Wing and constructing a ballroom and underground military facility.

Pennsylvania’s governor signed an order establishing new rules for AI data centers in the state. The order is a formal move to regulate how AI data centers are established.

The U.A.E. halted trade ties with Iran after officials said missiles targeted the country, according to reports. The move increases economic and security strain involving Iran's longtime regional trading hub.

Primaries in Florida, Wyoming and Alaska unseated Cory Mills, rejected another Trump-backed gubernatorial candidate, and nominated a democratic socialist. The results showed notable ideological shifts and continued volatility in both Republican and Democratic races.

Advocates and parents gathered outside an Oakland court as opening statements began in a lawsuit alleging Meta's platforms harmed children. The suit seeks billions from four states and lists nearly 600 children as victims of cyberbullying and sextortion.

Disney and ABC sued to block the FCC's early licence renewal process for ABC stations. They allege political retaliation over ABC's editorial content, while FCC chairman Carr says renewals serve the public interest.