- Associated Press
Landmark EU nature restoration plan gets final approval as bloc gives the green light
European Union countries on Monday gave final approval to a major and long-awaited plan to better protect nature in the 27-nation bloc. After surviving a razor-thin vote by lawmakers last summer, the so-called Nature Restoration Plan faced opposition from several member states for months amid relentless farmers’ protests that contributed to leave the bill in a deadlock. The law, which aims at restoring ecosystems, species and habitats in the EU, was finally adopted at a meeting of environment ministers at Luxembourg after rallying the required support from a qualified majority representing 15 of the 27 member states and 65% of the EU population.
- Reuters
New $50 million Biden ad campaign targets Trump felony convictions
President Joe Biden's campaign will target Republican challenger Donald Trump's felony convictions as part of a $50 million ad campaign ahead of the first presidential debate between both candidates on June 27. The move marks a notable shift in Biden's approach to Trump's conviction after the president's initial reluctance to weigh in on the issue, to avoid engaging with Trump's legal woes. Trump was convicted by a New York jury on May 30 of 34 felony counts for falsifying business records.
- Herald-Tribune
Jay Lanham never thought he'd replace Venice volleyball coach Brian Wheatley. But here he is
Jay Lanham thought his days coaching Venice volleyball would end when head coach Brian Wheatley stepped away. Instead, he is now in charge.
