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1. Want to lighten your mental load? First, let go of these gender myths

   "Men can't see the mess." "Women are better at chores." These myths position women to take on more emotional thinking, says researcher Leah Ruppanner. She shares what works to reclaim your headspace.

2. As the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline looms, here are the main sticking points for talks

   The status of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear enrichment program are among the biggest obstacles to reaching a deal.

3. U.S.-Iran ceasefire nears its end. And, Fed chair nominee faces tough hearing

   The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire tomorrow. Peace talks between the countries remain uncertain. And, Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve faces a tough confirmation hearing today.

4. Ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran ends Wednesday

   The ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran ends Wednesday. President Trump says a U.S. delegation is going to Pakistan for talks, but Iran hasn't confirmed their attendance.

5. The hidden power keeping wages low

   For decades, economists gave short shrift to the idea of monopsony — a power employers can have to suppress wages. Now a wave of research suggests it's everywhere, and a new book argues it's key to understanding today's inequality.

6. The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids — and adults — to screens

   Taken together, these four features can create a trancelike state that can keep us stuck on social media apps or video games for hours. Children are particularly vulnerable.

7. 3 things to know about Trump's pick to head the Fed as his hearing gets underway

   President Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve goes before a Senate committee today — but Kevin Warsh's confirmation could be held up by forces that are outside his control.

8. She raised concerns about her company's contracts with ICE. Then she lost her job

   Billie Little had worked for Thomson Reuters for about two decades. She was fired after questioning whether federal immigration agents unlawfully used their products.

9. Gunman shoots several tourists at historic pyramids in Mexico

   A man standing atop one of the historic Teotihuacan pyramids opened fire on tourists Monday, killing one Canadian and leaving at least 13 people, authorities said.

10. Cuba confirms meeting with US officials on island, wants energy blockade lifted

    Cuba's government confirmed that it had recently met with U.S. officials on the island as tensions between the two sides remain high over the U.S. energy blockade of the Caribbean country.