U.S. launches second consecutive day of airstrikes on Iran as peace deal text finalized but nuclear disputes persist
The United States conducted airstrikes on Iranian military sites for the second consecutive day, with Iran's Revolutionary Guard claiming retaliation against 18 regional U.S. sites, even as Pakistani officials announced a finalized peace deal text. The military escalation underscores deep rifts over Iran's nuclear program and ongoing distrust, with the U.S. blockade remaining in effect and negotiations stalled on核 enrichment issues central to a lasting agreement.
U.S. government orders Anthropic to shut down Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models globally over jailbreak risks
The U.S. government ordered Anthropic to immediately shut down access to its Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models on June 12, citing national security concerns related to a reported jailbreak vulnerability. The unprecedented shutdown came just three days after Fable 5's launch and marks the first time a leading AI company has taken a publicly deployed model offline due to federal government intervention.
FISA Section 702 surveillance authority lapses for first time since 2008 after House rejects extension
The House failed to pass a short-term extension of FISA Section 702, the legal authority for NSA warrantless surveillance of foreigners' communications, in a 198-218 vote on Friday night. The collapse was triggered by Trump's appointment of housing regulator Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, which prompted Democrats to withdraw support for reauthorization and gave constitutional conservatives in both parties justification to oppose the measure.
Scripps Research unveils experimental fentanyl vaccine that blocks the drug before it reaches the brain
Scientists at Scripps Research have developed an experimental vaccine that teaches the immune system to neutralize fentanyl and related designer opioids before they reach the brain, reducing fentanyl concentration in the brain by 70% in animal tests. The breakthrough is notable for targeting an entire class of fentanyl variants rather than individual drug structures, potentially staying ahead of illicit drug makers who constantly create new versions. Human clinical trials are still needed, but the vaccine could eventually help prevent overdoses in people in recovery or at high risk of fentanyl exposure.
South Korea's ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to 30 years in prison for orchestrating drone flights over North Korea to justify martial law
South Korea's former President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to 30 years in prison Friday for ordering drone flights over Pyongyang in 2024 intended to provoke North Korea and create justification for declaring martial law domestically. The court found him guilty of aiding an adversary and abusing power, determining the operation was designed to manufacture a national emergency. This sentence is separate from a prior life sentence for the martial law declaration itself.
Oracle shares plunge 11% after announcing $40 billion capital raise amid free cash flow concerns
Oracle's stock fell 11% — wiping $72 billion from its market value — after the company announced a $40 billion capital raise plan and disclosed a record $23.7 billion negative free cash flow for fiscal 2026, despite beating earnings expectations. Investors grew anxious over the company's massive infrastructure spending ($55.7 billion in capex) and whether AI demand can justify the capital outlays, despite Oracle's reassurances about $75 billion in customer prepayments.
Researchers Link Blood Cancer Mutations in Brain Immune Cells to Alzheimer's Disease
Scientists at Mount Sinai and Boston Children's Hospital discovered that cancer-driving genetic mutations in brain immune cells (microglia) are associated with Alzheimer's disease and can be detected in patient blood samples. The finding opens the possibility of blood-based screening tests to identify high-risk individuals before symptoms appear and suggests that existing cancer drugs could potentially be repurposed to treat Alzheimer's.
Misiorowski throws complete-game 1-hitter with 15 strikeouts; Alvarez hits two homers in one inning
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski delivered a historic performance on Friday, throwing a complete-game one-hitter with 15 strikeouts in under 100 pitches to lead a 6-0 victory over Philadelphia. In a separate game, Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez became the third player in franchise history to hit two homers in a single inning, including a grand slam, driving in six runs as the Astros beat Kansas City 10-8.