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- 1EU lawmakers urge Commission to block US sanctions on ICC●Block US sanctions on ICC, EU lawmakers tell Commission
European Parliament lawmakers are pressing the European Commission to shield the International Criminal Court from US sanctions, calling for an EU blocking statute that would stop the measures from taking effect in Europe. Dutch MEP Dirk Gotink said automatically applying the American sanctions 'stems from the time when we thought that the Americans were still our friends,' reflecting frustration with Washington's targeting of the court and its officials.
- 2Why the MAHA movement wants health data opened up●Why MAHA wants to make health data much more accessible
The Make America Healthy Again movement is pressing to make Americans' health data much more accessible, according to STAT reporting. Supporters argue easier access to personal medical records would let patients take greater control of their care and aligns with the movement's broader push against consolidated healthcare institutions. Critics and privacy advocates are likely to raise concerns about data security and how broadly such access should extend. Details of the proposal remain limited.
- 3US investigates diversion of F-35 parts to Hong Kong●US investigates after F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong
US authorities have opened an investigation after components for the F-35 fighter jet were diverted to Hong Kong, raising concerns that sensitive American military technology could reach China. Lawmakers are pressing for answers on how the parts ended up there and what it reveals about gaps in export controls on defence supply chains, with the episode likely to fuel broader debate over tightening scrutiny of shipments with potential military applications.
- 4Whitney Union Sets Strike Date Before Lichtenstein Retrospective●Whitney Union Times Strike Date Ahead of Major Lichtenstein Retrospective
Workers at the Whitney Museum of American Art have announced a strike date as the museum prepares to open a major Roy Lichtenstein retrospective. Unionized staff have been pressing the institution over contract terms, and timing the walkout to the high-profile exhibition increases pressure. The dispute adds labor tensions to a marquee cultural moment for the museum.
- 5'No relief no matter where you look': U.S. housing crisis deepens●‘No relief no matter where you look’: U.S. housing crisis deepens
Coverage of the U.S. housing market points to a worsening crisis affecting buyers and renters across the country, with high prices, elevated mortgage rates and tight supply leaving few affordable options in any region. Commentators describe a situation where relief is hard to find whether people are looking to buy, rent or relocate.