Taiwan

Taiwan says China told Taiwan's coast guard to not interfere in the detention of Taiwanese boat crew. The Dajinman 88 was intercepted by two Chinese vessels, and Taiwan dispatched three vessels to help. China claims self-governing Taiwan as its territory and says the island must come under its control.

Trump running mate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) called the Chinese Communist Party the number one threat of the United States. NTDs Washington correspondent Jack Bradley spoke to Rep. Mike Collins at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.

The 2022 CHIPS Act led to a surge in funding for semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S. These chips power everything from our phones and cars to advanced fighter jets and artificial intelligence. Some colleges and universities are trying to help fill those jobs.

Sen. Mark Kelly touts national security benefits of microchip industry in Arizona. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is in the midst of a $65 billion project at an 1,100-acre complex in north Phoenix. Intel is also expanding its manufacturing operations for microchips in Chandler, Arizona.

Center for Strategic and International Studies released images showing Cuban spy facilities believed to be accessible to the Chinese government. Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., said there is no doubt China has a big hand in the construction and operation of the bases. Gimenez voiced counterintelligence concerns, noting his district alone houses the Key West Naval Air Station, Homestead Air Force Base and is within a mile of the U.S. Southern Command.

Summer may not officially start until June 20, 204, but in metro Phoenix the first 100-degree day marks the beginning of the end of long, leisurely midday strolls. Soak in the pool at a luxurious resort in Phoenix and Scottsdale, many of which drop their nightly rates or offer day passes to their pools and water parks. Explore Arizona's newest state park: The Verde River runs right through Rockin' River Ranch State Park in Camp Verde.