Biden asks US intel community to investigate COVID-19 origin

President Joe Biden wants the U.S. intelligence community to “redouble” its efforts to investigates the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic

Roxane Gay and Grove launch imprint Roxane Gay Books

Roxane Gay is teaming up with Grove Atlantic on Roxane Gay Books. The imprint will release the kinds of books Gay likes to read.

Arrest warrants for Marilyn Manson issued in connection to alleged 2019 assault

Arrest warrants have been issued for rocker Marilyn Manson in connection to an alleged assault on a videographer in 2019, police in New Hampshire announced.

Special grand jury looks at evidence in Trump criminal probe

The Manhattan DA has convened a special grand jury to consider evidence in a criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump's business dealings.

Judge dismisses indictment against Steve Bannon

A judge has dismissed an indictment against Steve Bannon over the objection of prosecutors who say it should stand despite ex-President Donald Trump's decision to pardon his former chief strategist.

George Floyd’s family meets with Biden, lawmakers on anniversary of his death

The family of George Floyd met privately with President Joe Biden and several lawmakers in Washington, D.C. Tuesday amid the push to pass a policing bill in his name.

Biden to meet Putin face-to-face for Geneva summit in June

President Joe Biden will hold a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin on June 16 in Geneva, a face-to-face meeting that comes amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Russia.

Jen Psaki says Biden is so fit that she has trouble keeping up with him

White House press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters that President Biden is so healthy, she sometimes has a hard time keeping up with him.

NYC schools to be in-person only in September, de Blasio says

"New York City public schools, 1 million kids, will be back in their classroom in September. All in-person, no remote," said Mayor Bill de Blasio.

Harvey Weinstein extradition to California faces another delay

Harvey Weinstein’s extradition from New York to California to face rape and sexual assault charges faces further delays over paperwork issues raised by his lawyer, the attorney confirmed Monday.

Biden gets hurricane season briefing at FEMA, doubles funding for extreme weather

President Joe Biden visited FEMA headquarters to receive a briefing on the 2021 hurricane season and preparedness efforts. He also announced plans to increase funding to better prepare for extreme weather.

India's COVID-19 death toll 3rd highest in world at 300,000 amid slow vaccine drive

India topped 300,000 virus-related deaths on Monday, the nation with the third-highest death toll after the U.S. and Brazil. Meanwhile, vaccine deliveries have slowed as the surge hits the nation’s countryside.

Biden to host George Floyd’s family at White House on Tuesday

President Joe Biden will host George Floyd’s family at the White House Tuesday to mark the first anniversary of his death at the hands of a white Minneapolis police officer.

What was the outcome of the latest Gaza war? | EXPLAINER

A cease-fire has taken effect after 11 days of heavy fighting between Israel and Gaza's militant Hamas rulers that was ignited by protests and clashes in Jerusalem. None of the underlying issues in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict have been addressed.

Biden presents GOP with $1.7T infrastructure plan counteroffer

The White House has put forward a $1.7 trillion infrastructure counteroffer to Senate Republicans. The new proposal drops President Joe Biden’s sweeping $2.3 trillion proposal “in the spirit of finding common ground,” White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said Friday.

NY AG: Cuomo probe will 'conclude when it concludes'

New York Attorney General Letitia James says an ongoing investigation surrounding Gov. Andrew Cuomo will “conclude when it concludes."

Biden, South Korean President Moon Jae-in meet on North Korean diplomacy

South Korean President Moon Jae-in is hoping Friday's White House meeting with President Joe Biden will lead to renewed diplomatic urgency by the U.S. on curbing North Korea’s nuclear program.