Daily News Roundup: U.S.-Iran Talks, Vaccine Advisory Board, Jeff Bezos Wedding, Marriage Equality Anniversary

U.S.-Iran Relations and Cyber Conflict

• 🤝 The U.S. is preparing for new talks with Iran aimed at securing a commitment to abandon nuclear ambitions, though Iran has expressed distrust.
• 💥 President Trump claims U.S. strikes destroyed Iran's nuclear facilities, contradicting intelligence reports that suggested only a few months' setback.
• 🔒 In response to alleged leaks, the Trump administration is limiting intelligence sharing with Congress and declaring a "war on leakers."
• 💻 Hackers tied to the Iranian government have targeted U.S. banks, defense contractors, and oil companies, prompting federal authorities to warn organizations to stay vigilant.

Vaccine Advisory Board and Global Health Funding

• 💉 The newly appointed vaccine advisory board met for the first time, prioritizing a review of the federal childhood vaccination schedule over RSV vaccines.
• ⚠️ American pediatricians have raised concerns, with the American Academy of Pediatrics announcing it will publish its own independent vaccine schedule.
• 🌍 The U.S. will no longer contribute to Gavi, a global alliance that helps purchase vaccines for children in poorer nations, with the Secretary citing safety concerns.

High-Profile Events and Economic Trends

• 🚢 A cargo ship carrying 3,000 vehicles sank off the coast of Alaska after a three-week fire, with investigations ongoing into whether electric vehicle batteries contributed.
• 💍 Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's lavish multi-day wedding in Venice, Italy, has faced protests related to over-tourism and tax contributions, leading to some event changes.
• 📈 The stock market, specifically the S&P 500, is nearing a record high, largely attributed to a holding ceasefire in the Middle East, though other economic factors remain uncertain.
• 🏠 A Harvard report indicates a record number of U.S. renters are facing significant financial strain, with over 12 million spending at least half their income on rent.
• 📉 The dating app Bumble is laying off nearly a third of its workforce due to struggles with profitability and user engagement, mirroring challenges faced by other dating industry leaders.

Disney World Expansion and Marriage Equality Anniversary

• 🏰 Disney World has unveiled a long-term blueprint that carves out significant acreage for potential new theme parks, water parks, hotels, and commercial spaces.
• ⚖️ Exactly 10 years ago, a landmark Supreme Court ruling legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, though some lawmakers still call for reconsideration.
• 📊 A majority of Americans, about seven in 10, support marriage equality, and nearly 600,000 gay couples have married since the 2015 ruling.