President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms on Thursday.The U.S. House of Representatives voted to protect same-sex and interracial marriage. It comes after Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas wrote an opinion suggesting the high court should reconsider its rulings on same-sex marriage and contraception.Heat waves driven by climate change are ravaging the U.S. President Joe Biden unveiled a plan to keep Americans cool as temperatures climb. Record-breaking heat is also ravaging Europe, killing 1,900 in Spain and Portugal so far.Meanwhile, Russia is signaling its intentions to annex southern parts of Ukraine following military victories in the country.China is warning that it would be forced to take "strong and resolute measures" if House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan during a trip planned for this August.We cover the most important stories from around the globe on the international portion of the News Roundup.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find us on Twitter @1A.