The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and its 4,000 sailors returned from a nine-month deployment in the Red Sea this week. While overseas, the carrier group spent much of its time defending shipping lanes from attacks from Iranian-backed Yemeni rebels and taking part in some of the most intense air combat since World War II. Source

The German-based sportswear company drew criticism from Israel for including supermodel Bella Hadid in the advertising for the SL72 shoes. Source

Otter 841 terrorized surfers in Santa Cruz, California last year, biting and hijacking boards. Multiple operations to capture her failed, and she disappeared without notice in October. Now, she’s back. Surfers are on the lookout while experts try to explain her odd behavior. Source

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Amos Lee returns to Saturday Sessions. The Philadelphia native known for his soulful voice worked as a teacher and bartender before giving music a try – and now, two decades later, Lee has recorded 10 studio albums. An eleventh album is set to be released next month, ahead of a tour with the Indigo Girls in the fall. Now, from his new album “Transmissions,” here is Amos Lee with “Carry You On.” Source

A live album recorded by Louis Armstrong three years before his death in 1971 has been released. It’s another moment in the spotlight for the beloved musician. Michelle Miller has more. Source

Birdwatching might seem like an antiquated activity – but thanks to young fans and TikTok, it’s having a moment in the spotlight. Actor Ian Harding detailed his love for the hobby in a new memoir, “Odd Birds.” Source

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Amos Lee returns to Saturday Sessions. The Philadelphia native known for his soulful voice worked as a teacher and bartender before giving music a try – and now, two decades later, Lee has recorded 10 studio albums. An eleventh album is set to be released next month, ahead of a tour with the Indigo Girls in the fall. Now, from his new album “Transmissions,” here is Amos Lee with “Hold On Tight.” Source

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Amos Lee returns to Saturday Sessions. The Philadelphia native known for his soulful voice worked as a teacher and bartender before giving music a try – and now, two decades later, Lee has recorded 10 studio albums. An eleventh album is set to be released next month, ahead of a tour with the Indigo Girls in the fall. Now, from his new album “Transmissions,” here is Amos Lee with “Built To Fall.” Source

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that negotiations to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza are “nearing the 10-yard line.” Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice issued a historic ruling declaring that the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories since 1967 has been illegal. Source

Dangerous heat has posed a threat around the world this year. Source