Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | The Defense Department sent separation notices to the publisher and editor in chief of Stars and Stripes, as well as a reporter. (Alex Brandon/AP) | | | | | | | What to know The Pentagon fired Stars and Stripes publisher Max Lederer and editor in chief Erik Slavin, threatening the newspaper's editorial independence. Slavin said he and reporter Lara Korte were dismissed for participating in a CBS News interview, which Pentagon public affairs deemed insubordination. The Pentagon did not immediately comment. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |