How BTS changes economies

From CNN. Tens of millions of BTS fans worldwide, known as ARMY, are gearing up for the band’s return by spending on album-related merch—like new light sticks and HYBE-branded items—plus major travel expenses. Analysts project the group’s 34-city international tour could generate huge economic impact in South Korea, with some fans traveling multiple times in…

Pride flag to go back up at Stonewall

From CNN. The Trump administration agreed in a court settlement on Monday to keep the Pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument. The administration ordered the removal of the rainbow LGBTQ flag from the monument in New York City in January, a move that drew intense backlash from the community and local officials. CNN’s Gloria…

Dem Rep Swalwell & GOP Rep Gonzales resign amid sex scandals

From CNN. Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced Monday he planned to resign from Congress following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct against him. The announcement from the California Democrat comes as he faced a just-announced House ethics investigation and mounting pressure on both sides of the aisle to step down. Hours later, embattled GOP Rep. Tony…

Eva Longoria: Searching for France | Sneak Peek

From CNN. ‘Eva Longoria: Searching for France’ is streaming now on the CNN app. The eight-episode series follows the award-winning actress, producer, director, and activist on a flavorful journey through France to uncover the roots of the country’s culinary supremacy and explore how it became the global standard for fine dining. 0:00 Eva Longoria: Searching…

Trump deletes image depicting him as Jesus Christ

From CNN. President Donald Trump removed an image depicting himself as a Christ-like figure that he had posted to Truth Social late Sunday night after it drew backlash from some supporters, including prominent evangelicals and conservative figures. Trump later claimed the image was meant to depict him as a doctor. CNN’s Kaitlan Collins reports.

Swalwell ends bid for CA gov. Is Congress expulsion next?

From CNN. Rep. Eric Swalwell said Sunday he would withdraw from the California governor’s race in the wake of allegations of sexual misconduct that led to a nearly immediate campaign collapse, as staffers quit and prominent Democratic supporters urged him to drop out. Swalwell was long considered a top contender in a wide-open field with…

Pope Leo pushes back after Trump calls him ‘terrible’

From CNN. Pope Leo XIV on Monday strongly pushed back against criticism from US President Donald Trump, defending his position of seeking peace and rejecting violence amid the Iran war. Trump tore into the pope on Sunday evening, denouncing his stance on the Iran war and saying he’s “terrible for foreign policy.” CNN White House…