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Iran’s president died in a helicopter crash, fueling suspicion and hysteria in an already tense Middle East. The successor of the hard line politician may consider reforms to ease unrest within. Also: today’s stories, including death doulas help grieving families, Taiwan’s new president makes a plea for diplomacy with China, and Ukraine is debating going on the offense with Western weapons. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

Amid trade tensions, China's renewable energy industry could usher in a green transition for the country — and around the world.

Also: today’s stories, including a look into our Monitor Breakfast with Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, commentary on the 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision, and a preview of this week's "Why We Wrote This" podcast on the birth doulas assisting Black women in pregnancy.

Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

John Fetterman has emerged as a staunch supporter of Israel - much to the chagrin of his progressive colleagues. Others applaud his conviction after a rough start in the Senate. Also: today’s stories, including: A Gaza pier delivers crucial aid, the first same-sex couple to get legally married reflects on their 20th anniversary, and Netanyahu, Sinwar prolong a war for their political gain. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Mary Tabor for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

This year’s application process for federal student aid has stymied American students, especially those from nontraditional homes. What went wrong?

Also: today’s stories, including resistance to a new anti-gay law in Ghana, the impact of investigative reporting on Venezuela’s presidential election, and how vocational restaurants help cook up a brighter future for young people in Laos.

Join the Monitor’s Mark Sappenfield and Ira Porter for today’s news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

Mercedes workers in central Alabama hold organized labor’s hopes for the South in the palms of their hands. Can the UAW turn the region’s anti-union tide?

Also: today’s stories, including new policies on so-called “golden visas,” the cycle of hope and hopelessness in Gaza and Israel, and ways to rethink the trend of male loneliness.

Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Mary Tabor for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

Where is Iran drawing its red lines? Israel just found out. Also: today’s stories, including a critical moment for the Trump trial, a Democratic split on Israel, and fictional senior sleuths who push the needle on ageism. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Caitlin Babcock for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.