Opposing Republicans claim that funding for the Presidential Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is being misappropriated for abortion efforts, despite being legally prohibited from doing so, because partner groups on the ground have issued pro-abortion statements. PEPFAR is historically bipartisan, was passed during the Bush administration, and is estimated to have saved as many as 25 million lives.

Sweden's strong laws protecting freedom of expression date back to 1766 and are deeply ingrained in the country's culture. This has led to the controversial decision to permit the public burning of religious texts like the Quran and Torah, as long as they don't pose a threat to public safety. The burnings are seen as targeting texts, not individuals, hence their allowance.

In a press conference last week, Mitch McConnell stopped mid-sentence and stared blankly for 20 seconds, before GOP colleagues took him back to his office. He returned later and answered questions as if nothing happened. In March, he had a concussion and a broken rib after falling at a hotel event. Despite concerns, McConnell insists he is fine and intends to fulfill his term.

Colombia beat Germany 2-1, with an opening goal that has been called the best of the tournament. Germany tied the game in the 88th minute, and then Colombia won in stoppage time. In the first phase of the tournament, called the group stage, the top two teams from each group advance to the next round, so Germany was not eliminated.