Biden said America would be willing to use force to defend Taiwan against a possible Chinese attack, an answer that surprised observers from Washington to Beijing. Reuters reports.

The Houston Chronicle has details of an extensive new report revealing Southern Baptist leaders routinely silenced sexual-abuse survivors and missed opportunities to make reforms.

NBC News reports on the Russian soldier sentenced to life in prison in Ukraine’s first war crimes trial. NPR takes us inside the dramatic courtroom moment when a Ukrainian widow confronted the man who shot her elderly husband.

Sports Illustrated profiles Rafael Nadal, who at 36 is aiming for another Grand Slam title, fighting injuries, age, and younger opponents.