A US blockade on Iranian ports continues, with President Trump stating that the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open." Meanwhile, tensions remain high as the international community responds to Trump's order to "stay away" from the region. In a separate development, a group of GOP senators has urged Trump to find an exit plan for Iran, citing rising energy prices and growing concerns about the impact on global markets.
In the world of entertainment, rapper Tory Lanez has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the California prison system after being stabbed by an inmate. Additionally, former "Outlander" stars have spoken out about a recent plot twist, which deviates from the original book series. In sports news, the Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the Phoenix Suns in the SoFi Play-In Tournament.
In other news, a record number of migrants have died in ICE custody under Trump's administration. The UK's Prime Minister has acknowledged that a former advisor was not properly vetted, while a group of women's sports icons have announced their separation. In the tech world, a new pregnancy vaccine has shown promising results in reducing baby hospital admissions for RSV.
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