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1. These AI models are free, private, and will never say 'no'

   Open-weight AI models with advanced capabilities and no safeguards are becoming much more accessible. While they can be useful, AI safety experts have concerns.

2. Reality TV can be unserious and dramatic. It's also training political candidates

   Reality shows are an escape with characters who can be larger than life. But some stars use the experience of fame as a stepping stone toward another challenge: running for political office.

3. Wembanyama, Spurs win the West, topple Thunder 111-103 in Game 7 to head to NBA Finals

   The San Antonio Spurs celebrated after beating the odds and defeating the defending champions Oklahoma City Thunder, to advance to the NBA Finals

4. Immigrant detainees sue over 'horrific' conditions at Texas ICE facility

   Immigrant detainees accuse the federal government of 'inhumane' abuse and treatment at Camp East Montana in El Paso, Texas.

5. Judge agrees to review Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund

   The fund has sparked a broad backlash since it was announced earlier this month, exposing fractures within the Republican Party.

6. PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal

   Paris Saint-Germain has won back-to-back Champions League titles by beating Arsenal on penalties in a dramatic final in Budapest.

7. Pride celebrations struggle as corporate sponsorships dry up

   Public support for the LGBTQ+ community by corporations has become politically risky, public relations expert says.

8. Carcass of Timmy the humpback whale brought to shore in Denmark

   The humpback whale, nicknamed "Timmy" by German media, died following a controversial failed rescue effort. His carcass had been drifting near the Danish shore for two weeks.

9. Opinion: Pope Leo reminds us of the value of our shared humanity

   Pope Leo's first encyclical voices his concerns about technology and AI. The pope cautions about the illusions AI bots can create, and how important actual human relationships are.

10. Hegseth urges Asian leaders to boost military spending against China

    The U.S. defense secretary said there is "rightful alarm" of China's military build up. But he also struck a more moderate tone on U.S.-China relations – and notably sidestepped bringing up Taiwan.