On Capitol Hill this afternoon, King Charles III delivered an optimistic assessment of American-British ties, at what many consider to be the relationship’s lowest point in decades. “The story of the United Kingdom and the United States is, at its heart, a story of reconciliation, renewal and remarkable partnership,” Charles said in an address to Congress.
The king’s speech, the centerpiece of his first visit to the U.S. as Britain’s monarch, was warmly welcomed by American lawmakers. He received multiple standing ovations and made several jokes that caused the House chamber to erupt in laughter, such as when he called the countries’ shared history “a tale of two Georges.”
Charles did not make direct reference to the current tensions between President Trump and Britain’s prime minister, Keir Starmer. However, the king appeared to gently push back against Trump’s criticisms of NATO and his skepticism regarding climate change. He also called for “unyielding resolve” in the defense of Ukraine.
Earlier today, Charles met privately with Trump — who might be his distant cousin — and the two traded gifts. Later this evening, Charles and Queen Camilla will attend a banquet in the White House’s State Dining Room. Then, the royal couple is set to travel to New York and Virginia. Not on the itinerary: a reunion with Prince Harry, the king’s younger son who lives in the U.S.
The Trump administration indicts James Comey, again
The Justice Department secured a new indictment of James Comey, the former F.B.I. director, accusing him of making a threat against Trump. The charges center on a social media post showing seashells arranged to say “86 47.”
An earlier indictment of Comey, on different accusations, was dismissed by a judge. Earlier today, a different judge ruled that Maurene Comey, a former federal prosecutor and a daughter of Comey, can sue the government over her firing.
In other Trump administration news:
South Korea turns to A.I. to check on its elderly
South Korea is aging faster than any other nation. Over the last 15 years, the number of people over 65 has doubled to more than one fifth of the population, creating huge challenges for doctors, social workers and caregivers.
In response, many Korean cities are using A.I. tools to check in on tens of thousands of older adults who live alone. The technology has problems, but the bots have been embraced with a level of warmth that has surprised even their creators.
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Gambling: Damon Jones, a former professional basketball player and the first defendant in last year’s sweeping N.B.A. gambling indictments, pleaded guilty.
Europe: A prisoner swap between multiple countries freed 10 people, including a prominent journalist and a Catholic monk accused of espionage.
Stephen Colbert has a lot of feelings about his show ending
Recent episodes of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” have felt like something of a farewell tour, with loud ovations and tribute songs. It officially ends next month after 11 seasons, canceled by CBS for financial reasons, the network says.
Our TV reporter John Koblin recently sat down with Colbert to discuss his thoughts about the show, the decision to end it and his desire to end his partnership with CBS on a good note. As for what’s next: Colbert is working on a script for a new “Lord of the Rings” movie.
Want to look like Ryan Gosling? Grab your knitting needles.
Theatergoers turned out in droves to see “Project Hail Mary,” the sci-fi blockbuster starring Ryan Gosling as a schoolteacher on a mission to save Earth. Many loved the cozy-looking cardigan that Gosling wore during the movie. But they couldn’t buy it off the rack. They had to knit it.
The sweater is based on a knitting template from the 1950s made by the Canadian company Mary Maxim, though the film’s costumers changed the design from snarling wolves to a fox to better fit Gosling’s character. The updated template sold out weeks ago, but you can still find tutorials online.
Have a crafty evening.
Thanks for reading. I’ll be back tomorrow — Matthew
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