Newsweek is reporting that FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated the decision to overturn Folarin Balogun’s suspension during the World Cup was made independently by FIFA’s disciplinary bodies, following standard procedures. This came after the red card reversal drew political and sporting controversy, including intervention from President Donald Trump. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Newsweek that FIFA made the correct decision, calling the initial red card "a bad decision."
In Utah, a preliminary hearing has begun for the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Newsweek said Kirk's family exited the courtroom before a former Utah Valley University police officer testified. Prosecutors are seeking to prove enough evidence exists to try Tyler James Robinson and pursue the death penalty.
Newsweek is also reporting that the program known as DOGE has officially ended, detailing a timeline of cuts and controversies. Additionally, Sheriff Nanos indicated "a lot is going on" with the Nancy Guthrie case, five months after it began.
Regarding the British Royal Family, Newsweek said Prince Harry’s reconciliation with the King has descended into chaos.
Heavy rains and flash flooding lashed parts of the Northeast on Monday, according to Newsweek. It said the storms caused collapsed roofs, submerged cars, and stranded motorists across New York, New Jersey and surrounding areas.
In health news, new research has linked fleas on domesticated cats to murine typhus in Texas. Newsweek reported that the illness, once thought eradicated, has resurfaced, leading to over a hundred hospitalizations in Galveston alone.
Newsweek also highlighted health questions surrounding Mitch McConnell, which are raising issues about Kentucky Senate succession.