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The College Class of 2024 is shaped by crisis and is seeking community. Also: today’s stories, including Afghan colleagues struggling to get out of the country, India’s election as a litmus test for democracy, and a Marine pilot who aspires to be the role model she never had. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and JJ Wahlberg for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

Israel's historic "go it alone" attitude towards national security is facing challenges, with growing dissent both at home and abroad over the war on Gaza.

Also: today’s stories, including a group of Sudanese women building community after surviving rape, updates on former President Donald Trump's hush money trial, and how Chinese-European relations have soured in recent years.

Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

AI technology has had more moderate effects on the US economy. While some jobs may be eliminated, it’s already improving customer satisfaction and workflow. Also: today’s stories, including Polish youth rally against a conservative government, Moscow sees a less NATO friendly World War II parade, and a fencing club in Kenya takes off with teens. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Jasper Davidoff for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

Both Democrats and Republicans have declining confidence in the civil service – the 2.2 million workers who keep the government running from one administration to the next. Trump vows to fire bureaucrats. Here's why Biden is trying to stop him. Also: today's stories, including how in Rafah, Israel's options conflict in real time, the growing popularity of teacher apprentice programs, how one Nigerian woman is caring for caregivers, and an essay on community. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.

The headlines for electric vehicle makers haven't been rosy lately. But evidence points to an industry that’s actually continuing to grow – in the U.S., and around the world.

Also: today’s stories, including a generational change in the NBA playoffs, new strategies to strengthen Navajo voter rights, and how Dallas is rethinking the role of police in addressing violent crime.

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

With Iran and Israel, keeping sworn enemies from war requires delicate signaling and calculated deterrent acts. Also: today’s stories, including India’s response to political deepfakes, an analysis of college protesters’ strategy, and a look at why trust in the media is falling. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Laurent Belsie for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.