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Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes was sentenced to 18 years in prison for seditious conspiracy in the January 6 Capitol attack. USA Today has more. The Supreme Court dramatically shrunk the Clean Water Act’s reach. Politico explains what to know. The Wall Street Journal looks at why Texas lawmakers are set to consider impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton. Older Americans are flooding homeless shelters that can’t care for them. The Washington Post reports on cities that are rushing to build specialized facilities.  Free, ad-supported, streaming television services like Freevee and Pluto are having a moment. Vox explains. The Miami Herald asked experts for tips on the best and worst times to travel this Memorial Day weekend.

An analysis from the Washington Post of book challenges from across the nation shows that the majority were filed by just 11 people. NPR describes how dozens of countries face a default dilemma: Either pay their debt or fund schools and hospitals. Scientists are puzzled by orcas sinking boats in a string of abnormal attacks. NBC News has the story.

After her daughter was killed in Uvalde, Kimberly Mata-Rubio became an advocate for changing gun laws. Texas Monthly looks at a year in the life of a grieving mother. Guam residents evacuated as Typhoon Mawar approached. CNN is on the story. The South Carolina Legislature advanced a six-week abortion ban, which the governor says he will sign. The State has full coverage. USA Today reports on a New York judge’s decision to set a March 2024 trial date for Trump’s criminal case, meaning it will happen at the height of the presidential primary races.

Milo Evan Dorbert, whose mother’s pregnancy tested the interpretation of Florida’s new abortion law, was born with a fatal abnormality. He lived 99 minutes. The Washington Post tells his story. The Los Angeles Times reports that several states have agreed to cut their water use to boost the Colorado River’s depleted reservoirs, reaching a consensus after months of negotiations. ABC News looks at how investigating the killings of four college students is straining a small Idaho town’s finances. Hundreds of thousands of pagers are still in use in America. The Wall Street Journal talks to fans who won’t let go of their beepers.

The Atlantic looks at how students and professors are grappling with the emergence of AI on college campuses. More wives are outearning their husbands. It’s resulting in longer-lasting marriages. The Wall Street Journal has the story. The Washington Post explains why birds and their songs are good for our mental health.

Legislators in some GOP-led states are backing measures to make it harder to amend constitutions, amid a wave of attempts to use ballot initiatives to protect abortion rights. The Wall Street Journal looks at the issue. The Washington Post explains why the recycling symbol could end up in the trash bin. USA Today has a preview of the WNBA season opening, including Brittney Griner’s return after her detention in Russia.

Recent allegations of ethical violations have reignited a debate about establishing an enforceable code of conduct for Supreme Court justices. University of Texas law professor Stephen Vladeck argues the latest revelations concerning several justices speak to a much larger breakdown in the way the court operates today. He writes about this in his new book, The Shadow Docket: How the Supreme Court Uses Stealth Rulings to Amass Power and Undermine the Republic. Vladeck spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about the absence of accountability on the court — and how reforming it could lead to a stronger, more trusted institution. This is a preview of that conversation.

USA Today reports on how students with anxiety are increasingly refusing to go to school, leaving parents feeling hopeless and schools unequipped to find a solution. The Guardian looks at a new report warning that the world will likely soon breach a critical temperature threshold, with possible catastrophic effects. The Wall Street Journal sums up research linking processed meat to health problems, which has many doctors urging people to skip deli meat, bacon, and sausage.

The Times of London explains how Ukraine’s expected offensive against Russia may unfold. A ProPublica investigation reveals the ugly truth behind “We Buy Ugly Houses.” Turns out the sun is actually green. Scientists explain to the Washington Post.

Congress wants to regulate AI but has a lot of catching up to do. NPR talks to top lawmakers and experts about the issue. The Wall Street Journal reports on why the federal government may soon ban chocolate milk and other sugary flavored milks from school cafeterias. ESPN introduces us to 7-foot-5 French teenager Victor Wembanyama. Many basketball stars say he could be the game’s next great player.