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Table of Contents NASA barrels ahead with moon base plans, doling out nearly $600 million in new contracts - NBC News New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts - CBS News iPhone 18 Pro to offer only these three colors, per leaker - 9to5Mac Legally Blonde Prequel Series Elle Is 'Officially Canon' With The Movie, EPs Confirm — Here's How They Made Sure 'Everything Tracked' - TVLine After spooking Trump into safety testing, Anthropic AI models get global release - Ars Technica Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham - BBC Uganda finds isolated Marburg virus case, Africa CDC says - Reuters Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland - AP News Science reveals fate of Earth after our sun dies - Yahoo SpaceX has an AI device prototype, and it sure sounds phone-ish - TechCrunch As Venezuela responds to earthquake devastation, volunteers take charge - Al Jazeera ‘The greatest cosmic movie ever made’: Historic telescope kicks off an unprecedented survey - CNN LeBron James free agency: Pros and cons of potential destinations - ESPN Meta AI Cloud Push Sends Nvidia, AMD, Intel, Micron Stocks Sinking - Yahoo Finance CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start - AP News Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo - AP News Trump ‘livid’ over crowd size at National Mall state fair, report says: ‘Who thought this was a good idea?’ - The Independent Apple Readies New iPad Pro, Redesigned Entry MacBook Pro for 2027 - Bloomberg Law enforcement official confirms Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding at MSG on Friday - ESPN US car sales on cruise control despite pressures - Reuters What are the main sticking points in the Trump admin's trade negotiations with Canada, Mexico? - Fox Business Parents, grandparents charged after 16 children rescued from Ohio home: 'pure evil' - WLWT Parasitic infection cases in Michigan explode in 10 days - The Detroit News US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz - Reuters After $18B IPO, Bending Spoons founder says success comes from minimizing luck - TechCrunch ‘Minions & Monsters’ Heading To $13M+ Opening Wednesday At U.S. Box Office - Deadline Extraordinary heat in US Northeast arrives to clash with Fourth of July revelry - AP News US judge sides with NAACP over proposed mail-in ballot restrictions - Al Jazeera Jaylen Brown reportedly traded to 76ers for Paul George in blockbuster deal after Celtics miss out on Giannis Antetokounmpo - Yahoo Sports U of M researcher creates synthetic cell that could change the world - Star Tribune Daredevil couple Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus climb to top of Empire State Building in NYC, gets engaged, taken into custody - ABC7 New York NCAA leader says no plan to change rules on transgender athletes after Supreme Court ruling - CBS News Trump’s wealth grew on a scale without modern presidential precedent - The Washington Post You won’t be able to buy new PlayStation games on discs starting in 2028 - The Washington Post Paramedics responded to a ‘cardiac arrest’ at Mitch McConnell’s home on day of hospitalization - NBC News Explosions Rock Ukraine’s Capital - The New York Times Victor Willis, who fronted the Village People and co-wrote ‘Y.M.C.A.,’ dies at 74 - The Washington Post USMNT faces Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup's knockout round of 32: What to know - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Night sky July 2026 — What you can see tonight - Space Doctors warn swimmers about risk of flesh-eating bacteria in Houston-area beaches, lakes, and ponds - Click2Houston Canada to compete in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest - politico.eu ‘Siren Head,’ Creepy Internet Sensation, Will Become Warner Bros. Movie With Brian Duffield Directing and ‘Weapons’ Filmmaker Zach Cregger Co-Writing - Variety Samsung all but confirmed the next Galaxy Unpacked event date - PhoneArena CDC seeks source of parasitic outbreak linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea in multiple states - The Hill Apple's Hide My Email feature has a bug that's been exposing real email addresses, researcher claims - TechCrunch Trump attorney general plots crackdown on ‘birth tourism’ after supreme court ruling - The Guardian 5 members of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's inner circle spotted in NYC ahead of wedding - Entertainment Weekly Bending Spoons defies SaaS slump, surges 40% on first day of trading - TechCrunch Apple reportedly orders 10M foldable iPhone Ultra models, which could sell for around $2500 - 9to5Mac U.S. and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions - NPR Supergirl Fans Blame Men For The Movie’s Failure - Giant Freakin Robot For The First Time, Scientists Say They've Built a Synthetic Cell From Scratch - ScienceAlert Reports: Sixers to acquire Jaylen Brown from Celtics - NBA.com Xbox reportedly to follow PlayStation's example and ditch discs for next-gen console Project Helix - Eurogamer.net The U.S. healthcare system is in crisis. A Supreme Court ruling could make things worse - NPR Victims of forced adoption to get formal apology after years campaigning - BBC Amazon has enough satellites to launch its Starlink competitor - The Verge Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals - BBC 'The old politics are gone': Steve Bannon on the democratic socialist wave - Politico Frustration mounts as GOP infighting derails House - The Hill Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on? - USA Today USMNT into World Cup last 16 after beating Bosnia; Controversial red card clouds Balogun’s heroics - The Athletic - The New York Times Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops - AP News German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package in key breakthrough - Al Jazeera The 35-minute offseason overhaul of the Los Angeles Lakers - ESPN Climber couple arrested after scaling Empire State Building antenna for apparent marriage proposal - AP News Trump denies conflict of interest over crypto. And, Vatican excommunicates rebel group - NPR Donors were misled by Trump-backed Freedom 250, House Democrats allege - The Washington Post U.S. economy added 57,000 jobs in June, less than expected; unemployment rate at 4.2% - CNBC Russian attacks kills at least 18, injures scores in Kyiv after Zelenskyy warned of ‘massive strike’ - NBC News Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures rise as June jobs report falls short - Yahoo Finance 4 surprising (and evidence-based) health benefits of drinking coffee - The Washington Post ‘Don’t Mess With a Comedic Rapper’: How Afroman Became a Free-Speech Hero - Rolling Stone Mamdani gets roasted after telling sweltering New Yorkers to set ACs to 78 degrees: 'Commie' - Fox News Intel Expected To Restart Supply Of 10th, 12th, 13th, And 14th Gen Processors In Mainland China - Wccftech Last-minute launch problem delays satellite rescue mission for NASA - AP News Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine’s capital, killing at least 21 - AP News Man who sold land for Kushner-backed Albania development probed over alleged money laundering, drug trafficking - CBS News Northern lights could dazzle to start July 4 weekend - The Hill Artificial cell manages a few rounds of cell division - Ars Technica Tick season is expected to be worse than normal as ER visits rise in much of the U.S. - CBS News ‘Chicago PD’ Star LaRoyce Hawkins to Exit Series in Season 14 - Variety iOS 27 public beta release date: When you can install the new iPhone update - 9to5Mac Taxes on Trump's $1.4 billion crypto income could total hundreds of millions - CBS News US job growth slows sharply in June; labor force participation rate at more than 5-year low - Reuters Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26m to charities ahead of reported wedding - The Guardian NBA free agency 2026: Early winners and losers, including LeBron James, the Celtics and unpredictable star guards - Yahoo Sports Nord Stream blast ordered by Ukraine, say German prosecutors - DW.com Trump bought Apple, Nvidia and other tech giants before tariff reversal fueled rebound - CNBC ‘Bizarre’ planet orbiting dead star may preview fate of our solar system - CNN NBA Intel: Jaylen Brown, Trey Murphy, Jalen Duren, Jonathan Kuminga, Anfernee Simons, Tobias Harris, Knicks, more - HoopsHype Couple who staged apparent proposal atop Empire State Building faces slew of charges - The Guardian PlayStation’s Digital-Only Future Makes Sony’s Dynamic Pricing Harder To Ignore - GameSpot Excommunications show a Pope Leo unafraid of making firm decisions - Reuters Caitlin Clark highlights 3 Fever players named among 2026 WNBA All-Star Game starters - Fox News What are the investment options for Trump Accounts? - Fox Business New PamStealer macOS malware uses clever tradecraft to remain stealthy - Ars Technica Trump's 'hero' justice offers roadmap after Supreme Court rejects birthright order - Fox News Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday - BBC Inside the Mamdani-AOC endorsement compact - Politico 'Large and growing' parasitic infection outbreak spreading in Michigan, health officials say - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos US death rate falls to lowest on record — after massive plunges in two major killers - New York Post Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo - BBC Portugal vs. Croatia LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as Ronaldo and Modric face off - ESPN House Democrats accuse Trump of 'hijacking' America's 250th birthday for his own gain - NPR U.S. Olympic canoeist David ‘Davey’ Hearn charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism - NBC News Mitch McConnell Has Been Hospitalized For Weeks—What We Know About His Health - Forbes Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Falls After June Hiring Misses Expectations — Live Updates - WSJ Permit obtained by AP shows schedule for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding - AP News U.S.-Iran Latest: Talks pause for slain ayatollah's funeral after Trump and mediators claim progress - CBS News

NASA barrels ahead with moon base plans, doling out nearly $600 million in new contracts - NBC News Tuesday 30 June 2026 10:39 PM UTC+00 NASA barrels ahead with moon base plans, doling out nearly $600 million in new contracts  NBC News NASA Awards More Moon Base Science, Previews New Opportunities  NASA (.gov) NASA Announces Four New Lunar Lander Missions for 2028  Sky & Telescope Firefly Aerospace Awarded $144 Million NASA CLPS Contract for Accelerated Blue Ghost Lunar Mission  Firefly Aerospace NASA awards Astrobotic two contracts worth roughly $298 million  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts - CBS News Wednesday 01 July 2026 09:00 AM UTC+00 New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts  CBS News Trump Health Cuts Spark Concerns Over ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria  The Daily Beast

iPhone 18 Pro to offer only these three colors, per leaker - 9to5Mac Wednesday 01 July 2026 01:40 PM UTC+00 iPhone 18 Pro to offer only these three colors, per leaker  9to5Mac iPhone 18 Pro leaks: Qualcomm or Apple C2 model, A20 details, camera upgrades  AppleInsider Apple iPhone 18 Pro leaks are about to get a lot more intense  Mashable The iPhone 18 Pro just leaked, and it might be the single biggest Apple leak since the iPhone 4  Creative Bloq Apple iPhone 18 Pro And iPhone 18 Pro Max Release Date: iOS 27 Signals September Schedule  Forbes

Legally Blonde Prequel Series Elle Is 'Officially Canon' With The Movie, EPs Confirm — Here's How They Made Sure 'Everything Tracked' - TVLine Wednesday 01 July 2026 02:00 PM UTC+00 Legally Blonde Prequel Series Elle Is 'Officially Canon' With The Movie, EPs Confirm — Here's How They Made Sure 'Everything Tracked'  TVLine She Grew Up Loving ‘Legally Blonde.’ Now She’s Elle Woods.  The New York Times Elle review – this Legally Blonde prequel recreates the genius of Reese Witherspoon’s performance  The Guardian ‘Elle’ Review: Legally Bland on Prime Video  WSJ 'Elle' Co-Creators Explain Ending To Season 1; Where Season 2 Picks Up  Deadline

After spooking Trump into safety testing, Anthropic AI models get global release - Ars Technica Wednesday 01 July 2026 04:44 PM UTC+00 After spooking Trump into safety testing, Anthropic AI models get global release  Ars Technica Anthropic says Trump admin has lifted export controls on Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5  CNBC The Anthropic Fable Ban Is Over. The Battle Over How to Tame AI Has Just Begun.  WSJ U.S. Lifts Restrictions on Anthropic’s Most Powerful A.I. Models  The New York Times White House drops restrictions on Anthropic AI models after two-week ban  The Washington Post

Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham - BBC Wednesday 01 July 2026 05:01 PM UTC+00 Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham  BBC Britain hopes drones will help it escape its defence-budget bind  The Economist Stroppy Starmer in no mood to take Dip stick from Tories at PMQs | John Crace  The Guardian UK prime minister pledges near $105B defense budget by 2029  Breaking Defense UK DIP Details Platform Types to Underpin Royal Navy Hybrid Force Structure and Atlantic Fleet Series  navalnews.com

Uganda finds isolated Marburg virus case, Africa CDC says - Reuters Wednesday 01 July 2026 05:11 PM UTC+00 Uganda finds isolated Marburg virus case, Africa CDC says  Reuters Ebola deaths in Africa top 400 as Uganda reports death of child from Marburg  CIDRAP Marburg outbreak is reported in Uganda, threatening to complicate Ebola response in region  statnews.com Health Alert: Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kampala (June 29, 2026)  U.S. Embassy in Uganda (.gov) Marburg virus outbreak in Uganda?  Outbreak News Today

Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland - AP News Wednesday 01 July 2026 05:54 PM UTC+00 Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland  AP News Controversial bishops ordained as Pope warns of 'schism' in Catholic Church  BBC Rebel Catholic Group Consecrates 4 Bishops, Risking Break With Vatican  The New York Times SSPX ordains four new bishops in defiance of Pope Leo and the Vatican  America Magazine What to know about the breakaway traditionalist Catholics defying Pope Leo XIV  Yahoo

Science reveals fate of Earth after our sun dies - Yahoo Wednesday 01 July 2026 06:19 PM UTC+00 Science reveals fate of Earth after our sun dies  Yahoo Aerosols and hydrocarbons in the atmosphere of a white dwarf planet  Nature Webb studies how a planet survived the death of its star  European Space Agency The sun’s violent death could look like this  Popular Science 'The fate of Earth depends on a delicate balance': Our planet may survive the death of the sun after all, new models hint  Live Science

SpaceX has an AI device prototype, and it sure sounds phone-ish - TechCrunch Wednesday 01 July 2026 06:54 PM UTC+00 SpaceX has an AI device prototype, and it sure sounds phone-ish  TechCrunch Musk denies WSJ report that SpaceX showed AI handset prototype before IPO  Reuters Exclusive | SpaceX Showed Investors Prototype of Elon Musk’s New AI Device  WSJ Rumors of SpaceX developing an AI-powered smartphone sent Qualcomm’s shares soaring, but Elon Musk swiftly denied the claim, dampening market enthusiasm.  Moomoo QCOM Stock Slips Toward Fourth Straight Loss After Elon Musk Dismisses Reports Of SpaceX AI Phone Using Qualcomm Chips  Yahoo Finance

As Venezuela responds to earthquake devastation, volunteers take charge - Al Jazeera Wednesday 01 July 2026 06:59 PM UTC+00 As Venezuela responds to earthquake devastation, volunteers take charge  Al Jazeera ‘Tears won’t move a single stone’: Anger grows as Venezuelans rescue their own and fear true death toll is much higher  CNN 10 On Your Side speaks with doctor in Venezuela, volunteer rescuing pets  WAVY.com Untold casualties and humanitarian needs: What to know a week from Venezuela's quakes  NPR Venezuela earthquakes latest: Nearly 50,000 unaccounted for as death toll climbs  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

‘The greatest cosmic movie ever made’: Historic telescope kicks off an unprecedented survey - CNN Wednesday 01 July 2026 07:29 PM UTC+00 ‘The greatest cosmic movie ever made’: Historic telescope kicks off an unprecedented survey  CNN A giant telescope goes on a decade-long search for dark matter  The Washington Post The Vera Rubin Telescope Begins Surveying Our Cosmos  The New York Times Ocean of Stars  Rubin Observatory The largest digital camera ever built begins decade-long survey of the universe  AP News

LeBron James free agency: Pros and cons of potential destinations - ESPN Wednesday 01 July 2026 07:50 PM UTC+00 LeBron James free agency: Pros and cons of potential destinations  ESPN LeBron James' final destination? Power ranking every team's best pitch  Yahoo Sports LeBron James' next team? A Lakers reporter shares the 'most logical' fit  NPR LeBron James understands the price of basketball freedom  Andscape LeBron James’ next move: Best place to sign? Weirdest choice? And when does he retire? - The Athletic  The New York Times

Meta AI Cloud Push Sends Nvidia, AMD, Intel, Micron Stocks Sinking - Yahoo Finance Wednesday 01 July 2026 08:03 PM UTC+00 Meta AI Cloud Push Sends Nvidia, AMD, Intel, Micron Stocks Sinking  Yahoo Finance Meta Is Planning a Cloud Business to Sell AI Computing Power  Bloomberg Meta stock pops on news it will reportedly start a cloud computing business  Yahoo Finance Meta pops 9% as company makes cloud push to sell excess AI compute power capacity  CNBC Meta Stock Soars Almost 9% on Reported Plan to Build Cloud Infrastructure  WSJ

CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start - AP News Wednesday 01 July 2026 08:29 PM UTC+00 CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start  AP News Record number of West Nile virus cases since 2004, CDC warns ahead of holiday weekend  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Health officials warn of West Nile virus in mosquito in Alhambra, human infection in Long Beach  Los Angeles Times West Nile virus detected in San Gabriel Valley mosquitoes  NBC Los Angeles 1 Person Has Died from West Nile Virus as Cases Are Confirmed in Multiple States  People.com

Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo - AP News Wednesday 01 July 2026 08:35 PM UTC+00 Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo  AP News Harry Kane breaks Pelé World Cup goals total  ESPN Harry Kane saves England against DR Congo. Captain’s heroics set up World Cup clash with Mexico - The Athletic  The New York Times Kane lifts England past Congo with 2 late goals as World Cup knockout round continues, in photos  AP News Why Peter Crouch Is Ready To Crown Harry Kane As England's GOAT After DR Congo Win  FOX Sports

Trump ‘livid’ over crowd size at National Mall state fair, report says: ‘Who thought this was a good idea?’ - The Independent Wednesday 01 July 2026 08:38 PM UTC+00 Trump ‘livid’ over crowd size at National Mall state fair, report says: ‘Who thought this was a good idea?’  The IndependentSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Apple Readies New iPad Pro, Redesigned Entry MacBook Pro for 2027 - Bloomberg Wednesday 01 July 2026 08:47 PM UTC+00 Apple Readies New iPad Pro, Redesigned Entry MacBook Pro for 2027  Bloomberg M6 MacBook Pro Coming in Late 2026, Redesigned M7 Model Launching in 1H 2027  MacRumors Apple’s entry-level MacBook Pro could be up for a redesign  The Verge MacBook Ultra could be very good news for MacBook Pro users  9to5Mac Apple is reportedly planning new iPad Pro and MacBook Pro releases early next year  TechCrunch

Law enforcement official confirms Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding at MSG on Friday - ESPN Wednesday 01 July 2026 09:17 PM UTC+00 Law enforcement official confirms Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding at MSG on Friday  ESPN The Knicks invited to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding - report  Yahoo N.Y.P.D. Memo Outlines Taylor Swift Wedding Events at the Garden  The New York Times Inside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Wedding Dress Code and Strict Guest Policy (Exclusive Sources)  People.com Everything there is to know (and what we suspect) about Taylor Swift’s wedding to Travis Kelce  SMH.com.au

US car sales on cruise control despite pressures - Reuters Wednesday 01 July 2026 09:26 PM UTC+00 US car sales on cruise control despite pressures  Reuters Automakers report mixed U.S. sales results as hybrid vehicles drive market  CNBC Mixed US auto sales in Q2 amid high gas prices  Yahoo Finance UK New-vehicle sales ‘shrugging off’ $4 gas, but some big brands losing share to rivals  Automotive News US first-quarter auto sales expected to slip on affordability concerns  WNWN-FM

What are the main sticking points in the Trump admin's trade negotiations with Canada, Mexico? - Fox Business Wednesday 01 July 2026 09:28 PM UTC+00 What are the main sticking points in the Trump admin's trade negotiations with Canada, Mexico?  Fox Business U.S. won’t renew USMCA, opening door for negotiations with Canada and Mexico  CNBC Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy  CNN The US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact  AP News US blocks long-term renewal of North American trade deal  BBC

Parents, grandparents charged after 16 children rescued from Ohio home: 'pure evil' - WLWT Wednesday 01 July 2026 09:41 PM UTC+00 Parents, grandparents charged after 16 children rescued from Ohio home: 'pure evil'  WLWT Adults Arrested After 16 Children Are Found in Squalor in Rural Ohio  The New York Times Latest on rescue of 16 children from ‘deplorable’ conditions  WSAZ ‘Livestock has been kept in better conditions’: Authorities describe Vinton County home where 16 children were rescued  10tv.com Authorities rescue 16 children from ‘deplorable conditions’ in Ohio  Yahoo

Parasitic infection cases in Michigan explode in 10 days - The Detroit News Wednesday 01 July 2026 10:03 PM UTC+00 Parasitic infection cases in Michigan explode in 10 days  The Detroit News Foodborne Parasitic Outbreak That Causes 'Explosive' Diarrhea Has Spread to 17 States  People.com 'Explosive' diarrhea parasite hits Illinois as CDC searches for source  FOX 32 Chicago Michigan health officials warn of ‘large and growing outbreak’ of cyclosporiasis  ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 ‘Explosive’ diarrhea illness reported in 17 states; Louisiana included  WAFB

US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz - Reuters Wednesday 01 July 2026 10:16 PM UTC+00 US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz  Reuters US-Iran talks gain momentum in Doha as Hormuz tensions ease ahead of Khamenei funeral  Fox News Iran war live: ‘Positive progress’ as US, Tehran wrap up indirect talks  Al Jazeera Live updates: Qatar says indirect US-Iran talks have made ‘positive progress’  CNN US Says Witkoff, Kushner Had Positive Talks in Doha on Iran Deal  Bloomberg

After $18B IPO, Bending Spoons founder says success comes from minimizing luck - TechCrunch Wednesday 01 July 2026 10:28 PM UTC+00 After $18B IPO, Bending Spoons founder says success comes from minimizing luck  TechCrunch Italian CEO Of Bending Spoons, Owner Of AOL And Evernote, Is Worth $2.4 Billion After IPO  Forbes AOL owner Bending Spoons raises $1 billion in IPO  Axios AOL, Vimeo owner Bending Spoons surges nearly 40% in US market debut  Reuters AOL Owner Bending Spoons Jumps 40% After $1.68 Billion IPO  Bloomberg

‘Minions & Monsters’ Heading To $13M+ Opening Wednesday At U.S. Box Office - Deadline Wednesday 01 July 2026 10:33 PM UTC+00 ‘Minions & Monsters’ Heading To $13M+ Opening Wednesday At U.S. Box Office  Deadline ‘Minions & Monsters’ Review: Third Time’s the Charm  The New York Times Why Do the Minions Sound Like That? How Pierre Coffin Made Their Voice  Variety Bello again: Pierre Coffin, voice of the Minions, finally understands his yellow henchman  AP News Weekend Preview: MINIONS & MONSTERS Set to Lead July 4 Weekend  Boxoffice Pro

Extraordinary heat in US Northeast arrives to clash with Fourth of July revelry - AP News Wednesday 01 July 2026 10:50 PM UTC+00 Extraordinary heat in US Northeast arrives to clash with Fourth of July revelry  AP News Heat wave will smash records in East, Midwest through July 4  The Weather Channel See the forecast for 7 cities that could soon see record-hot days and nights  The Washington Post Millions of Americans face dangerous temperatures as heat wave bears down  PBS This July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S., with over 300 record temperatures forecast  CBS News

US judge sides with NAACP over proposed mail-in ballot restrictions - Al Jazeera Wednesday 01 July 2026 10:57 PM UTC+00 US judge sides with NAACP over proposed mail-in ballot restrictions  Al Jazeera US Postal Service cannot carry out Trump order on mail ballot delivery, judge rules  CNN Judge Blocks Postal Service From Imposing Restrictions on Mail-In Ballots  The New York Times US judge blocks Trump bid to limit mail-in voting in latest setback for president  The Guardian Red states demand restored access to citizenship database for purging voters  Democracy Docket

Jaylen Brown reportedly traded to 76ers for Paul George in blockbuster deal after Celtics miss out on Giannis Antetokounmpo - Yahoo Sports Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:17 PM UTC+00 Jaylen Brown reportedly traded to 76ers for Paul George in blockbuster deal after Celtics miss out on Giannis Antetokounmpo  Yahoo Sports Did the Celtics give away Jaylen Brown? Why 'analytics' don’t see Philly's new star as elite of elite  Yahoo Sports Reports: Sixers to acquire Jaylen Brown from Celtics  NBA.com Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks  The Boston Globe How did Celtics, Jaylen Brown get here? Trade to 76ers caps off stunning deterioration of relationship  CBS Sports

U of M researcher creates synthetic cell that could change the world - Star Tribune Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:23 PM UTC+00 U of M researcher creates synthetic cell that could change the world  Star Tribune This Cell Feeds, Grows and Reproduces. And It’s Manmade.  The New York Times Scientists say they have built a basic component of life from scratch  CNN World’s first synthetic cell with a complete life cycle could revolutionize biological engineering  University of Minnesota Twin Cities ‘Beautiful blobs’: synthetic life a step closer as scientists make cells using lab-made DNA  The Guardian

Daredevil couple Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus climb to top of Empire State Building in NYC, gets engaged, taken into custody - ABC7 New York Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:33 PM UTC+00 Daredevil couple Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus climb to top of Empire State Building in NYC, gets engaged, taken into custody  ABC7 New York Who has climbed the Empire State Building? Masked couple and King Kong  USA Today Death-defying proposal? Two arrested after climbing Empire State Building  NBC New York Videos: Couple scales Empire State Building antenna for apparent marriage proposal  Syracuse.com Couple who scaled Empire State Building for marriage proposal are from N.J.  NJ.com

NCAA leader says no plan to change rules on transgender athletes after Supreme Court ruling - CBS News Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:44 PM UTC+00 NCAA leader says no plan to change rules on transgender athletes after Supreme Court ruling  CBS News What the SCOTUS Title IX ruling could mean for lawsuits seeking damages for women impacted by trans athletes  Fox News Rulings on women’s sports cap a year of setbacks for transgender advocates  The Washington Post I’m a Female Athlete. The Supreme Court Finally Gave Us the Protection We Need.  The Free Press Ruling on Trans Athletes Gave the G.O.P. a Win. Most Democrats Looked the Other Way.  The New York Times

Trump’s wealth grew on a scale without modern presidential precedent - The Washington Post Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:46 PM UTC+00 Trump’s wealth grew on a scale without modern presidential precedent  The Washington Post What to know about Trump’s financial disclosure  The Hill Crypto brought Trump a huge windfall, even as many investors lost big  The Seattle Times 'We should all only hope for such great rates of return'  Politico The unexpected items that helped Donald Trump make his billions  The Telegraph

You won’t be able to buy new PlayStation games on discs starting in 2028 - The Washington Post Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:49 PM UTC+00 You won’t be able to buy new PlayStation games on discs starting in 2028  The Washington Post Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles  PlayStation.Blog No discs, more problems: What Sony's all-digital PlayStation means for gamers and the industry  GeekWire Sony is killing discs — and showing us why it’s a terrible idea  The Verge PlayStation abandons physical games as Xbox and Sony lose sight of players  Windows Central

Paramedics responded to a ‘cardiac arrest’ at Mitch McConnell’s home on day of hospitalization - NBC News Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:52 PM UTC+00 Paramedics responded to a ‘cardiac arrest’ at Mitch McConnell’s home on day of hospitalization  NBC News Mitch McConnell Was Found Unconscious Before He Was Rushed to Hospital  The New Republic EMS was called to Sen. Mitch McConnell's home for "unconscious" patient last month, recording suggests  CBS News Mitch McConnell Was Reportedly Found Unconscious Last Month—What We Know About His Health  Forbes As Tom Kean returns, Mitch McConnell's absence now DC's biggest mystery  The Courier-Journal

Explosions Rock Ukraine’s Capital - The New York Times Thursday 02 July 2026 12:11 AM UTC+00 Explosions Rock Ukraine’s Capital  The New York Times Strong explosions rock Kyiv hours after Zelensky warned of ‘massive’ Russian attack  CNN Russia targets Kyiv with missiles and drones, setting buildings ablaze and causing injuries  The Guardian Russian drone, missile attack on Kyiv injures five, hits residential buildings  Reuters Fire erupts in central Kyiv following explosion  The Times of Israel

Victor Willis, who fronted the Village People and co-wrote ‘Y.M.C.A.,’ dies at 74 - The Washington Post Thursday 02 July 2026 12:25 AM UTC+00 Victor Willis, who fronted the Village People and co-wrote ‘Y.M.C.A.,’ dies at 74  The Washington Post Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74  NBC News How Trump Made ‘Y.M.C.A.’ His Anthem, Despite the Village People and Victor Willis’s Mixed Feelings  The New York Times Village People frontman Victor Willis dies aged 74  BBC Village People lead singer Victor Willis dead at 74  Fox News

USMNT faces Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup's knockout round of 32: What to know - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Thursday 02 July 2026 12:30 AM UTC+00 USMNT faces Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup's knockout round of 32: What to know  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos World Cup live updates: U.S. takes on Bosnia-Herzegovina in round of 32  ESPN ‘It's not very often that you get, like, really great news from Bosnia’  Politico USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina score, live updates: USMNT looks for first knockout stage win since 2002  Yahoo Sports Christian Pulisic back in the starting lineup for the U.S. for the World Cup knockout round  AP News

Night sky July 2026 — What you can see tonight - Space Wednesday 01 July 2026 06:34 AM UTC+00 Night sky July 2026 — What you can see tonight  Space July brings meteor showers, distant asteroids and a milestone for world-changing telescope  king5.com 8 night sky events to see in July, from twin meteor showers to the Milky Way's glittering core  National Geographic July skywatching guide: From planetary conjunctions to close encounters in space  FOX Weather What’s Up: July 2026 Skywatching Tips from NASA  NASA Science (.gov)

Doctors warn swimmers about risk of flesh-eating bacteria in Houston-area beaches, lakes, and ponds - Click2Houston Wednesday 01 July 2026 11:31 AM UTC+00 Doctors warn swimmers about risk of flesh-eating bacteria in Houston-area beaches, lakes, and ponds  Click2Houston New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts  CBS News Beachgoers warned of flesh-eating bacteria ahead of July 4  KHON2 South MS man fighting for his life after swimming, fishing in Coast waterways  Sun Herald News4JAX+ at 10 a.m.: Risk of flesh-eating bacteria in Florida  News4JAX

Canada to compete in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest - politico.eu Wednesday 01 July 2026 02:27 PM UTC+00 Canada to compete in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest  politico.eu Canada will take part in Eurovision Song Contest 2027  BBC Canada to ​join Eurovision song contest from 2027  The Guardian CBC/Radio-Canada becomes a full Member of the European Broadcasting Union  EBU Eurovision Boss on Canada, Israel and 'Bollocks' Financial Struggles Claims  Variety

‘Siren Head,’ Creepy Internet Sensation, Will Become Warner Bros. Movie With Brian Duffield Directing and ‘Weapons’ Filmmaker Zach Cregger Co-Writing - Variety Wednesday 01 July 2026 06:08 PM UTC+00 ‘Siren Head,’ Creepy Internet Sensation, Will Become Warner Bros. Movie With Brian Duffield Directing and ‘Weapons’ Filmmaker Zach Cregger Co-Writing  Variety ‘Siren Head’ Horror Movie, Based on Internet Sensation, in the Works With Zach Cregger, Brian Duffield (Exclusive)  The Hollywood Reporter Warner Bros. Sets ‘Siren Head’ Movie; Brian Duffield To Direct From Script Penned With Zach Cregger  Deadline Zach Cregger to Write What Could Potentially Be the Next ‘Backrooms’  Gizmodo 'Barbarian' Director to Adapt Gen-Z Meme After Multi-Million-Dollar Deal  MovieWeb

Samsung all but confirmed the next Galaxy Unpacked event date - PhoneArena Wednesday 01 July 2026 06:10 PM UTC+00 Samsung all but confirmed the next Galaxy Unpacked event date  PhoneArena Samsung Teaser Hints at How It's (Literally) Reshaping Its Foldable Phones  cnet.com Exclusive: First look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and Z Fold 8 Ultra  Android Headlines Samsung's new wide foldable phone revealed in leaked images  Mashable Galaxy Z Fold8 wide appears in another dummy leak, this time in black - GSMArena.com news  GSMArena.com

CDC seeks source of parasitic outbreak linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea in multiple states - The Hill Wednesday 01 July 2026 06:50 PM UTC+00 CDC seeks source of parasitic outbreak linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea in multiple states  The Hill Michigan health officials warn of ‘large and growing outbreak’ of cyclosporiasis  ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 Parasitic illness cases are spiking: The symptoms to watch for, including ‘explosive’ diarrhea  FOX 8 News Parasite-induced ‘explosive’ diarrhea cases rise in Tennessee. Here’s what to know  WSMV CDC tracks 145 cases of intestinal illness caused by tiny parasite across 17 states, including Florida and Georgia  News4JAX

Apple's Hide My Email feature has a bug that's been exposing real email addresses, researcher claims - TechCrunch Wednesday 01 July 2026 07:18 PM UTC+00 Apple's Hide My Email feature has a bug that's been exposing real email addresses, researcher claims  TechCrunch Apple ‘Hide My Email’ Vulnerability Reveals Peoples’ Real Email Addresses  404 Media Apple's Hide My Email May Not Be Hiding Anything  Engadget Major Apple Bug Appears to Disclose All Real Emails for 'Hide My Email' Users  cnet.com Apple hasn't fixed a Hide My Email privacy bug in over a year  AppleInsider

Trump attorney general plots crackdown on ‘birth tourism’ after supreme court ruling - The Guardian Wednesday 01 July 2026 09:04 PM UTC+00 Trump attorney general plots crackdown on ‘birth tourism’ after supreme court ruling  The Guardian Opinion | Roberts Gets the 14th Amendment Wrong  WSJ FOR INSIDERS: Trump sees opportunity on birthright citizenship in Brett Kavanaugh opinion  The Hill Supreme Court ruling sparks race to kill a multibillion-dollar loophole in Congress  Fox News Three cheers for Barbara!  SCOTUSblog

5 members of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's inner circle spotted in NYC ahead of wedding - Entertainment Weekly Wednesday 01 July 2026 09:53 PM UTC+00 5 members of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's inner circle spotted in NYC ahead of wedding  Entertainment Weekly Law enforcement official confirms Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding at MSG on Friday  ESPN Graham Norton and Phoebe Waller-Bridge spotted before rumoured Swift wedding  BBC N.Y.P.D. Memo Outlines Taylor Swift Wedding Events at the Garden  The New York Times Live updates: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s expected wedding celebration  CNN

Bending Spoons defies SaaS slump, surges 40% on first day of trading - TechCrunch Wednesday 01 July 2026 10:47 PM UTC+00 Bending Spoons defies SaaS slump, surges 40% on first day of trading  TechCrunch AOL and Eventbrite owner Bending Spoons soars 40% on Nasdaq debut  Financial Times AOL owner Bending Spoons raises $1 billion in IPO  Axios Italian CEO Of Bending Spoons, Owner Of AOL And Evernote, Is Worth $2.4 Billion After IPO  Forbes Can Bending Spoons thrive as a listed company?  The Economist

Apple reportedly orders 10M foldable iPhone Ultra models, which could sell for around $2500 - 9to5Mac Thursday 02 July 2026 04:24 AM UTC+00 Apple reportedly orders 10M foldable iPhone Ultra models, which could sell for around $2500  9to5Mac Apple to launch 5 new iPhone models to gain market share amid memory crunch  Nikkei Asia Apple’s 2027 iPhone Lineup Could Be Its Biggest Ever With Six New Models  TechRepublic Apple Ramps Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Production to 10 Million Units  MacRumors Apple plans five new iPhones through 2027, eyes Chinese-made chips amid foldable push, reports say  CNBC

U.S. and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions - NPR Thursday 02 July 2026 05:57 AM UTC+00 U.S. and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions  NPR ‘Progress’ in US-Iran talks as Tehran prepares for supreme leader’s funeral  CNN US and Iran agree to continue discussions to end war following indirect talks in Qatar  WMUR US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz  Reuters U.S.-Iran Latest: Talks pause for slain ayatollah's funeral after Trump and mediators claim progress  CBS News

Supergirl Fans Blame Men For The Movie’s Failure - Giant Freakin Robot Thursday 02 July 2026 06:32 AM UTC+00 Supergirl Fans Blame Men For The Movie’s Failure  Giant Freakin Robot Hating ‘Supergirl’ Doesn’t Make You a Misogynist  The Free Press ‘Supergirl’ Braces for $100 Million Loss: What DC Studios Should Learn From Its Box Office Bomb  Variety 'Supergirl' Bombs At Box Office, Will Lose $125 Million  Deadline Supergirl raised the bar for Hollywood supporting comics  comicsbeat.com

For The First Time, Scientists Say They've Built a Synthetic Cell From Scratch - ScienceAlert Thursday 02 July 2026 06:35 AM UTC+00 For The First Time, Scientists Say They've Built a Synthetic Cell From Scratch  ScienceAlert Scientists React to the Lab-Made, Yet Lifelike, SpudCell  The New York Times Scientists have built a cell in a lab from the ground up  The Economist World’s first synthetic cell with a complete life cycle could revolutionize biological engineering  University of Minnesota Twin Cities What is 'SpudCell'? Arguably the greatest bioengineering feat yet  New Scientist

Reports: Sixers to acquire Jaylen Brown from Celtics - NBA.com Thursday 02 July 2026 06:45 AM UTC+00 Reports: Sixers to acquire Jaylen Brown from Celtics  NBA.com What the Hell Is This Jaylen Brown Trade?  The Ringer Unsportsmanlike with Evan, Canty and Michelle - Hour 1: Jaylen Brown traded to Sixers  ESPN Jaylen Brown trade grades: 76ers get 'A+' for landing Celtics star as Boston makes baffling decision  CBS Sports Celtics 'Agonized' Over Jaylen Brown Trade, New NBA Rumors Reveal After 76ers' Surprise Blockbuster  Bleacher Report

Xbox reportedly to follow PlayStation's example and ditch discs for next-gen console Project Helix - Eurogamer.net Thursday 02 July 2026 08:32 AM UTC+00 Xbox reportedly to follow PlayStation's example and ditch discs for next-gen console Project Helix  Eurogamer.net Xbox testing disc-to-digital feature that digitizes a physical game collection  The Verge Xbox reportedly testing a way to digitize physical games in the wake of PlayStation killing game discs — feature said to go back to Xbox One-era games  Tom's Hardware Report: Xbox Disc-to-Digital Feature in Testing, Microsoft "Likely" to Stop Disc Production Too  Digital Foundry New details emerge on Xbox 'Positron', Microsoft's disc-to-digital program — as it seems likely Xbox Helix will drop discs too  Windows Central

The U.S. healthcare system is in crisis. A Supreme Court ruling could make things worse - NPR Thursday 02 July 2026 09:00 AM UTC+00 The U.S. healthcare system is in crisis. A Supreme Court ruling could make things worse  NPR 'Thousands of people are now going to die violent deaths,' says attorney for Ohio Haitian community  Ohio Capital Journal Archbishop Henning calls for action as Haitians, Syrians lose TPS protections: ‘Consider raising your voice on behalf of the vulnerable’  The Boston Globe As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty  Reuters The Ohio City Revived by Haitian Immigration Sees an Uncertain Future  The New York Times

Victims of forced adoption to get formal apology after years campaigning - BBC Thursday 02 July 2026 09:06 AM UTC+00 Victims of forced adoption to get formal apology after years campaigning  BBC ‘Stain on our history’: Starmer issues government apology over forced adoption scandal – UK politics live  The Guardian Starmer says forced adoptions a 'stain on our history', as he gives formal apology  BBC UK formally apologizes for state's role in forcing unwed mothers to give up babies for adoption  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Starmer Gives Apology But No Payments to Forced Adoption Victims  Bloomberg.com

Amazon has enough satellites to launch its Starlink competitor - The Verge Thursday 02 July 2026 09:13 AM UTC+00 Amazon has enough satellites to launch its Starlink competitor  The Verge Final Atlas 5 Amazon Leo mission launches  SpaceNews Is there a launch today? SpaceX, ULA rocket launch schedule in Florida  Florida Today ULA launches final Atlas 5 rocket supporting Amazon Leo’s broadband internet satellite constellation  Spaceflight Now Atlas V rocket launches 29 Amazon Leo broadband satellites to orbit from Florida (video)  Space

Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals - BBC Thursday 02 July 2026 09:46 AM UTC+00 Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals  BBC Google loses fight over record $4.7 billion EU antitrust fine  CNBC Google Loses Fight Against EU’s $4.7 Billion Android Fine  WSJ Google Loses EU Top Court Fight Over €4.1 Billion Android Fine  Bloomberg.com Google loses fight against record €4.1 billion EU antitrust fine  Reuters

'The old politics are gone': Steve Bannon on the democratic socialist wave - Politico Thursday 02 July 2026 09:55 AM UTC+00 'The old politics are gone': Steve Bannon on the democratic socialist wave  Politico Trump whisperer admits only massive turnout of 'lower information' voters can save GOP  rawstory.com The American left has lost its mind, and the media seem unbothered  The Hill Opinion - The American left has lost its mind, and the media seem unbothered  AOL.com

Frustration mounts as GOP infighting derails House - The Hill Thursday 02 July 2026 10:00 AM UTC+00 Frustration mounts as GOP infighting derails House  The Hill Promising Much to Many, Johnson Loses His Grip on the House  The New York Times Speaker Johnson abandons floor agenda, sends members home early amid GOP rebellion  CNN Capitol agenda: The GOP confronts its lost summer  Politico House paralyzed as Speaker Johnson confronts another revolt from his own members  MS NOW

Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on? - USA Today Thursday 02 July 2026 10:03 AM UTC+00 Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?  USA Today Opinion | The Heat Wave Proves That We Need to Adapt to Climate Change  The New York Times The Overlooked Reason Europe Doesn’t Have AC  The Atlantic European summers are getting brutally hot. So why is air conditioning so rare?  CNN Why air conditioning became a cross-Atlantic culture war  vox.com

USMNT into World Cup last 16 after beating Bosnia; Controversial red card clouds Balogun’s heroics - The Athletic - The New York Times Thursday 02 July 2026 10:05 AM UTC+00 USMNT into World Cup last 16 after beating Bosnia; Controversial red card clouds Balogun’s heroics - The Athletic  The New York Times Folarin Balogun’s red card will be hotly debated, but it revealed something about the USA that can’t be taken away  CNN USMNT’s Furious Folarin Balogun Reaction Hints at Lionel Messi Bias  Sports Illustrated USMNT shows it can play ugly at this World Cup, which is exactly what it needs to succeed  ESPN Can The USA Appeal Folarin Balogun's World Cup Red Card?  FOX Sports

Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops - AP News Thursday 02 July 2026 10:25 AM UTC+00 Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops  AP News Breakaway Catholic group excommunicated after defying warnings from Pope Leo  CNN Vatican declares SSPX bishops, priests schismatic, says lay faithful risk excommunication  National Catholic Reporter Vatican declares Society of St. Pius X in schism, excommunicates bishops  NPR Excommunication decreed for Lefebvrian episcopal ordinations  Vatican News

German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package in key breakthrough - Al Jazeera Thursday 02 July 2026 10:54 AM UTC+00 German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package in key breakthrough  Al Jazeera As Far Right Rises, German Leaders Look to Jump-Start the Economy  The New York Times Is Germany’s government finally getting its act together?  The Economist Merz unveils sweeping reform push for Germany: Tax cuts, pension overhaul and new sick leave rules  AP News Under-fire German ruling coalition unveils reform package to boost economy  Reuters

The 35-minute offseason overhaul of the Los Angeles Lakers - ESPN Thursday 02 July 2026 11:00 AM UTC+00 The 35-minute offseason overhaul of the Los Angeles Lakers  ESPN Post-LeBron Lakers are built with Luka Dončić as top priority. Will it work?  The New York Times Ranking the Lakers’ place in NBA championship race after Walker Kessler trade, FA moves  SB Nation In NBA free agency, we know what direction Luka's Lakers are taking. Where are the Mavs headed?  Dallas News Lakers' big questions: How about all those moves? Do they make L.A. a contender now?  Yahoo Sports

Climber couple arrested after scaling Empire State Building antenna for apparent marriage proposal - AP News Thursday 02 July 2026 11:01 AM UTC+00 Climber couple arrested after scaling Empire State Building antenna for apparent marriage proposal  AP News Daredevil couple Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus climb to top of Empire State Building in NYC, gets engaged, taken into custody  ABC7 New York Death-defying proposal? Two arrested after climbing Empire State Building  NBC New York Empire State Building climbers: How Angela Nikolau, Ivan Kuznetsov got onto the spire  6abc Philadelphia Empire State Building climbers expected to appear in court on Thursday  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Trump denies conflict of interest over crypto. And, Vatican excommunicates rebel group - NPR Thursday 02 July 2026 11:23 AM UTC+00 Trump denies conflict of interest over crypto. And, Vatican excommunicates rebel group  NPR Does Trump Worry About Conflicts of Interest? ‘I Found Out That Nobody Cared.’  The New York Times What to know about Trump’s financial disclosure  The Hill Trump made $1.4 billion from crypto last year. Here’s what we know.  The Washington Post Top politicians shouldn’t be earning fortunes while in office: O’Reilly  NewsNation

Donors were misled by Trump-backed Freedom 250, House Democrats allege - The Washington Post Thursday 02 July 2026 12:05 PM UTC+00 Donors were misled by Trump-backed Freedom 250, House Democrats allege  The Washington Post Anger as report says Trump hijacked US anniversary to serve own agenda – US politics live  The Guardian Trump Allies Behind Empty State Fair Rocked by Bombshell Allegations  The Daily Beast As America Turns 250, a Trump Adviser’s Firm Rakes in Federal Cash  Mother Jones Donald C. Bolduc: Spectacle trumps dignity: The commodification of Freedom 250  UnionLeader.com

U.S. economy added 57,000 jobs in June, less than expected; unemployment rate at 4.2% - CNBC Thursday 02 July 2026 12:31 PM UTC+00 U.S. economy added 57,000 jobs in June, less than expected; unemployment rate at 4.2%  CNBC Jobs report: Labor market may be picking up, but the picture is complicated  Yahoo Finance Live Updates: Status Check on a Stabilizing Job Market  The New York Times US economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in June  Fox Business Jobs report shows weaker-than-expected hiring in June  Axios

Russian attacks kills at least 18, injures scores in Kyiv after Zelenskyy warned of ‘massive strike’ - NBC News Thursday 02 July 2026 12:33 PM UTC+00 Russian attacks kills at least 18, injures scores in Kyiv after Zelenskyy warned of ‘massive strike’  NBC News Ukraine War Live Updates: Russia Hammers Kyiv in Deadly Attacks  The New York Times Russia rocks Ukrainian capital with massive assault, killing at least 17  The Washington Post Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine as Poland scrambles jets, Finland restricts airspace  CNBC Kyiv attacks death toll rises to 20 as Russia warns it will ‘continue to increase pressure’ on Ukrainian capital – Europe live  The Guardian

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures rise as June jobs report falls short - Yahoo Finance Thursday 02 July 2026 12:44 PM UTC+00 Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures rise as June jobs report falls short  Yahoo Finance Stock futures choppy after weak start to July trading; jobs report ahead: Live updates  CNBC Stock Market Today: Dow Rises Ahead Of Key Jobs Report; Tesla Deliveries Due (Live Coverage)  Investor's Business Daily Warsh’s throwaway comment injects life into the debasement trade, for one day at least  MarketWatch Wall Street ends choppy session lower as tech shares drop  Reuters

4 surprising (and evidence-based) health benefits of drinking coffee - The Washington Post Thursday 02 July 2026 12:56 PM UTC+00 4 surprising (and evidence-based) health benefits of drinking coffee  The Washington Post Your daily coffee intake may cut your risk for liver disease  CNN Coffee Lovers and Their Livers Can Celebrate, Study Suggests  MedPage Today Six ways drinking coffee is good for your health  The Times Wanna help your liver out? Keep drinking coffee, seriously  The Independent

‘Don’t Mess With a Comedic Rapper’: How Afroman Became a Free-Speech Hero - Rolling Stone Thursday 02 July 2026 01:00 PM UTC+00 ‘Don’t Mess With a Comedic Rapper’: How Afroman Became a Free-Speech Hero  Rolling Stone Juror in viral Afroman trial can't believe cops even bothered with the case  A.V. Club

Mamdani gets roasted after telling sweltering New Yorkers to set ACs to 78 degrees: 'Commie' - Fox News Thursday 02 July 2026 01:41 PM UTC+00 Mamdani gets roasted after telling sweltering New Yorkers to set ACs to 78 degrees: 'Commie'  Fox News All New York Suffers in a Heat Wave. It’s Worse in Jamaica, Queens.  The New York Times Mamdani mocked by GOP for telling New Yorkers to set thermostats to 78  The Hill Live updates: Central Park hits 100 degrees as intensifying heat wave chokes NYC area  NBC New York Exclusive | Mamdani can't even get City Hall to stick to his 78-degree AC rule - as temps in building hit as low as 54  New York Post

Intel Expected To Restart Supply Of 10th, 12th, 13th, And 14th Gen Processors In Mainland China - Wccftech Thursday 02 July 2026 02:27 PM UTC+00 Intel Expected To Restart Supply Of 10th, 12th, 13th, And 14th Gen Processors In Mainland China  Wccftech Intel Restarts 13th and 14th Generation Core Processors Production for Chinese PC Market  TechPowerUp Intel brings back 13th and 14th gen 'Raptor Lake' CPUs for China as the focus shifts to DDR4  TweakTown Intel reportedly restarts 13th and 14th Gen Core CPU production for China DIY market  VideoCardz.com Intel Aims to Save Budget PC Market: Production of Older Processors to Resume  Zamin.uz

Last-minute launch problem delays satellite rescue mission for NASA - AP News Thursday 02 July 2026 03:24 PM UTC+00 Last-minute launch problem delays satellite rescue mission for NASA  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine’s capital, killing at least 21 - AP News Thursday 02 July 2026 03:38 PM UTC+00 Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine’s capital, killing at least 21  AP News Russia Strikes Ukraine as Explosions Rock Capital of Kyiv  The New York Times Heavy Russian strikes kill at least 21 in Kyiv after Ukrainian strikes disrupt Moscow's oil sector  PBS Russia hits Ukraine's capital with a massive drone and missile attack, killing at least 18  NPR Russia unleashes biggest attack yet on Kyiv, killing at least 21 people, officials say  CBS News

Man who sold land for Kushner-backed Albania development probed over alleged money laundering, drug trafficking - CBS News Thursday 02 July 2026 03:46 PM UTC+00 Man who sold land for Kushner-backed Albania development probed over alleged money laundering, drug trafficking  CBS News Protests Over Kushner-Linked Project Turn Violent in Albania  Bloomberg.com Albania warned EU accession at risk over Jared Kushner-backed resort plans  The Guardian Albanian police use tear gas and pepper spray as Tirana protest turns violent  AP News Albanian clashes as protest over Trump-linked resort boils over  Yahoo

Northern lights could dazzle to start July 4 weekend - The Hill Thursday 02 July 2026 03:50 PM UTC+00 Northern lights could dazzle to start July 4 weekend  The Hill Sun fires off 10 solar flares in 24 hours as multiple Earth-bound CMEs raise northern lights hopes for July 4 weekend  Space Sun Releases Strong Flare  NASA Science (.gov) Strong Northern Lights Forecast: These 9 States Could See The Aurora Thursday  Forbes Pre-4th fireworks? Northern lights possible tonight/Friday night  RochesterFirst

Artificial cell manages a few rounds of cell division - Ars Technica Thursday 02 July 2026 04:21 PM UTC+00 Artificial cell manages a few rounds of cell division  Ars Technica Scientists React to the Lab-Made, Yet Lifelike, SpudCell  The New York Times U of M researchers create world's first synthetic cell  MPR News What is 'SpudCell'? Arguably the greatest bioengineering feat yet  New Scientist World’s first synthetic cell with a complete life cycle could revolutionize biological engineering  University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Tick season is expected to be worse than normal as ER visits rise in much of the U.S. - CBS News Thursday 02 July 2026 04:34 PM UTC+00 Tick season is expected to be worse than normal as ER visits rise in much of the U.S.  CBS News Your guide to identifying some of the most common ticks found in the US  FOX Weather Tick Season is in Full Swing — Here’s What You Need to Know This Summer  Barnstable County (.gov) Tick-borne illnesses on the rise in West Virginia; health officials urge extra precautions  WOWK 13 News Warmer temps bring soaring tick populations. Here’s how to stay safe from Lyme disease  The Press Democrat

‘Chicago PD’ Star LaRoyce Hawkins to Exit Series in Season 14 - Variety Thursday 02 July 2026 04:36 PM UTC+00 ‘Chicago PD’ Star LaRoyce Hawkins to Exit Series in Season 14  Variety 'Chicago P.D. LaRoyce Hawkins Leaving Show In Season 14  Deadline Original Chicago PD star exits NBC drama after 13 seasons  Yahoo Chicago P.D. Shake-Up: LaRoyce Hawkins To Exit In Season 14  TVLine LaRoyce Hawkins leaving 'Chicago P.D.' after 13 seasons  USA Today

iOS 27 public beta release date: When you can install the new iPhone update - 9to5Mac Thursday 02 July 2026 04:46 PM UTC+00 iOS 27 public beta release date: When you can install the new iPhone update  9to5Mac iOS 27 breaks 15 years of muscle memory on iPhone and iPad  9to5Mac iOS 27 Public Beta Available This Month, Here's How to Get Your iPhone Ready Now  MacRumors Hidden Features in iOS 27 Beta 2 You Probably Missed  Geeky Gadgets iOS 27 just broke your oldest iPhone habit  Cult of Mac

Taxes on Trump's $1.4 billion crypto income could total hundreds of millions - CBS News Thursday 02 July 2026 05:10 PM UTC+00 Taxes on Trump's $1.4 billion crypto income could total hundreds of millions  CBS News How Trump made more than $1 billion on crypto when most of his coin’s investors lost money  CNN Real estate, watches and guitars: Trump's 2025 $2.2B income wasn't all from cryptocurrency  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Trump’s wealth grew on a scale without modern presidential precedent  The Washington Post MAGA Base Stays Quiet After Trump Reports Billions in Personal Gains  The New York Times

US job growth slows sharply in June; labor force participation rate at more than 5-year low - Reuters Thursday 02 July 2026 05:43 PM UTC+00 US job growth slows sharply in June; labor force participation rate at more than 5-year low  Reuters Job seekers giving up: Labor force participation rate falls to lowest in 50 years, outside of Covid era  CNBC Opinion | Look Past the Jobs Numbers: Three Ways Trump Is Strangling the Economy  The New York Times Cooler June jobs report to keep Fed focused on inflation, with possibility of hikes later this year  Yahoo Finance Jobs report gives labor market a yellow card  Axios

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26m to charities ahead of reported wedding - The Guardian Thursday 02 July 2026 05:48 PM UTC+00 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26m to charities ahead of reported wedding  The Guardian Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26m to charities ahead of their wedding, including $1m to R.I. food bank  The Boston Globe Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce make donations to KC's Harvesters food bank, Children's Mercy, other groups  KMBC Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce make donations to Kansas City nonprofits ahead of wedding  KCTV Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Donated $26 Million to Charities Ahead of Wedding  Variety

NBA free agency 2026: Early winners and losers, including LeBron James, the Celtics and unpredictable star guards - Yahoo Sports Thursday 02 July 2026 06:27 PM UTC+00 NBA free agency 2026: Early winners and losers, including LeBron James, the Celtics and unpredictable star guards  Yahoo Sports NBA free agency 2026: Winners, losers, big questions for teams  ESPN Ranking the Top Players Available In 2026 NBA Free Agency  Bleacher Report LOTS more of the NBA's latest Late Night trade and free agency Intel  The Stein Line | Substack NBA free agency 2026: Grades, head-scratchers and analysis from Day 2  The New York Times

Nord Stream blast ordered by Ukraine, say German prosecutors - DW.com Thursday 02 July 2026 06:33 PM UTC+00 Nord Stream blast ordered by Ukraine, say German prosecutors  DW.com German prosecutors accuse Kyiv of ordering 2022 Nord Stream sabotage  The Guardian Ukrainian charged in Germany over Nord Stream blasts  BBC Germany charges Nord Stream suspect with attacking pipeline on behalf of Ukraine  Reuters Zelenskyy comments on charges against Ukrainian national in Germany over Nord Stream explosions  Українська правда

Trump bought Apple, Nvidia and other tech giants before tariff reversal fueled rebound - CNBC Thursday 02 July 2026 06:37 PM UTC+00 Trump bought Apple, Nvidia and other tech giants before tariff reversal fueled rebound  CNBC Trump discloses 327 unreported stock trades made a day before his first tariff pause  NBC News Trump Financial Disclosure Shows 21,000 Trades in 2025  Bloomberg.com Trump’s Brokerage Accounts Made Big Trades Around ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs  WSJ Trump stopped talking about these media stocks, but his portfolio didn’t stop trading them  Fortune

‘Bizarre’ planet orbiting dead star may preview fate of our solar system - CNN Thursday 02 July 2026 06:48 PM UTC+00 ‘Bizarre’ planet orbiting dead star may preview fate of our solar system  CNN Aerosols and hydrocarbons in the atmosphere of a white dwarf planet  Nature 'Stellar death is not the end': James Webb Space Telescope glimpses the fate of the solar system in a weird exoplanet orbiting a dead star  Space Webb studies how a planet survived the death of its star  European Space Agency The sun’s violent death could look like this  Popular Science

NBA Intel: Jaylen Brown, Trey Murphy, Jalen Duren, Jonathan Kuminga, Anfernee Simons, Tobias Harris, Knicks, more - HoopsHype Thursday 02 July 2026 06:51 PM UTC+00 NBA Intel: Jaylen Brown, Trey Murphy, Jalen Duren, Jonathan Kuminga, Anfernee Simons, Tobias Harris, Knicks, more  HoopsHype Sources: Celtics sending Brown to 76ers for George, picks  ESPN The Jaylen Brown trade makes a lot of sense for the Sixers. I can’t bring myself to like it  Liberty Ballers The Jaylen Brown Trade Is a Meteor to the Eastern Conference  The Ringer Jaylen Brown will always be part of Boston  The Boston Globe

Couple who staged apparent proposal atop Empire State Building faces slew of charges - The Guardian Thursday 02 July 2026 07:06 PM UTC+00 Couple who staged apparent proposal atop Empire State Building faces slew of charges  The Guardian New details emerge about Empire State Building daredevil climbers, as couple released from jail  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Daredevil couple Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus climb to top of Empire State Building in NYC, gets engaged, taken into custody  ABC7 New York Who climbed the Empire State Building? Here's what we know.  CBS News Daredevils who scaled Empire State Building may have had help, experts say  NBC News

PlayStation’s Digital-Only Future Makes Sony’s Dynamic Pricing Harder To Ignore - GameSpot Thursday 02 July 2026 07:15 PM UTC+00 PlayStation’s Digital-Only Future Makes Sony’s Dynamic Pricing Harder To Ignore  GameSpot An update on PlayStation Store for PS3 and PS Vita  PlayStation.Blog You won’t be able to buy new PlayStation games on discs starting in 2028  The Washington Post PlayStation’s Physical Media-Free Future Isn’t Just Concerning, It’s Offensive  IGN Gamer trades in $1,000 of physical discs at GameStop, days after Sony announces end of disc era  MarketWatch

Excommunications show a Pope Leo unafraid of making firm decisions - Reuters Thursday 02 July 2026 07:28 PM UTC+00 Excommunications show a Pope Leo unafraid of making firm decisions  Reuters Vatican Excommunicates Breakaway Group, in Biggest Schism in 156 Years  The New York Times Pope cuts off conservative group  Yahoo Excommunication decreed for Lefebvrite episcopal ordinations  Vatican News Breakaway Catholic group excommunicated after defying warnings from Pope Leo  CNN

Caitlin Clark highlights 3 Fever players named among 2026 WNBA All-Star Game starters - Fox News Thursday 02 July 2026 07:33 PM UTC+00 Caitlin Clark highlights 3 Fever players named among 2026 WNBA All-Star Game starters  Fox News Fever's Clark, Boston, Mitchell to start WNBA All-Star Game  ESPN Why this worthy All-Star didn’t get my vote. Plus: Commissioner’s Cup final is tonight  The New York Times Lynx rookie Olivia Miles, veteran Natasha Howard named WNBA All-Star Game starters  Star Tribune Caitlin Clark jealousy narrative fed by player voting results for WNBA All-Star Game  Yahoo Sports

What are the investment options for Trump Accounts? - Fox Business Thursday 02 July 2026 07:36 PM UTC+00 What are the investment options for Trump Accounts?  Fox Business Less Than 10 Percent of Eligible Children Have Trump Accounts  The New York Times What parents should know about Trump Accounts launching July 4  NBC 7 San Diego Trump Accounts get a boost from employer contributions — Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are the latest to offer matching programs  CNBC You can start contributing to a Trump Account starting July 4. Here's what to know.  CBS News

New PamStealer macOS malware uses clever tradecraft to remain stealthy - Ars Technica Thursday 02 July 2026 07:38 PM UTC+00 New PamStealer macOS malware uses clever tradecraft to remain stealthy  Ars Technica

Trump's 'hero' justice offers roadmap after Supreme Court rejects birthright order - Fox News Thursday 02 July 2026 07:47 PM UTC+00 Trump's 'hero' justice offers roadmap after Supreme Court rejects birthright order  Fox News Opinion | Roberts Gets the 14th Amendment Wrong  WSJ Could Trump’s next push to limit birthright citizenship include a ban on pregnant tourists?  The 19th News Bar pregnant foreigners from entering US? Trump allies considering all options after Supreme Court defeat.  Politico The Other Case for Birthright Citizenship  The Atlantic

Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday - BBC Thursday 02 July 2026 08:28 PM UTC+00 Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday  BBC Heat wave forecast: Dangerous temps to continue into July 4 holiday  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos A Sweltering Fourth of July  The New York Times Extreme heat dome sizzles NYC, Philadelphia, Boston, DC into July Fourth weekend  The Weather Channel Live updates: Hottest weather on record possible as DC area prepares for July 4  NBC4 Washington

Inside the Mamdani-AOC endorsement compact - Politico Thursday 02 July 2026 08:30 PM UTC+00 Inside the Mamdani-AOC endorsement compact  Politico

'Large and growing' parasitic infection outbreak spreading in Michigan, health officials say - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Thursday 02 July 2026 08:40 PM UTC+00 'Large and growing' parasitic infection outbreak spreading in Michigan, health officials say  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos ‘Explosive’ diarrhea illness reported across US. See map of affected states  USA Today Mystery parasite leaves Americans battling ‘explosive diarrhea’ as CDC investigates  Fox News Cases of ‘explosive diarrhea' infections spread in U.S., with major Midwest outbreak  NBC 5 Chicago Clusters of Severe Stomach Illness Reported Across the U.S.  The New York Times

US death rate falls to lowest on record — after massive plunges in two major killers - New York Post Thursday 02 July 2026 08:41 PM UTC+00 US death rate falls to lowest on record — after massive plunges in two major killers  New York Post US life expectancy on track to reach record high as death rate falls to record low in 2025  CNN A drop in fatal overdoses helps push the U.S. death rate to a record low  The Washington Post US death rate at record low: CDC data  The Hill US provisional mortality rate falls 4.6% in 2025, flu deaths rise  Reuters

Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo - BBC Thursday 02 July 2026 09:21 PM UTC+00 Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo  BBCSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Portugal vs. Croatia LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as Ronaldo and Modric face off - ESPN Thursday 02 July 2026 09:30 PM UTC+00 Portugal vs. Croatia LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as Ronaldo and Modric face off  ESPN Portugal vs. Croatia Live Updates, Score: Cristiano Ronaldo Set To Start  FOX Sports It's hotter than world soccer guidelines recommend in Toronto today. What that means.  CBC Portugal vs Croatia live updates: Ronaldo to start today’s 2026 World Cup knockout clash  The New York Times LIVE: Portugal vs Croatia – FIFA World Cup 2026  Al Jazeera

House Democrats accuse Trump of 'hijacking' America's 250th birthday for his own gain - NPR Thursday 02 July 2026 09:47 PM UTC+00 House Democrats accuse Trump of 'hijacking' America's 250th birthday for his own gain  NPR Trump-backed organizer of America’s 250th birthday events may have duped donors, report from House Democrats alleges  CNN Opinion | America deserved better than polarized 250th celebrations  The Washington Post Trump hijacked US’s 250 anniversary to serve ‘political ideology and pet projects’, congressional report says  The Guardian Inside the Fight Over Trump's Fourth of July Party  Time Magazine

U.S. Olympic canoeist David ‘Davey’ Hearn charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism - NBC News Thursday 02 July 2026 10:00 PM UTC+00 U.S. Olympic canoeist David ‘Davey’ Hearn charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism  NBC News Olympian Is Indicted After Arrest at Washington’s Reflecting Pool  The New York Times Donald Trump’s reflecting-pool debacle is a gift to America  The Economist Former Olympic canoeist indicted for allegedly damaging Reflecting Pool  KOMU 8 Ex-Olympian indicted on felony charge in Reflecting Pool case  ESPN

Mitch McConnell Has Been Hospitalized For Weeks—What We Know About His Health - Forbes Thursday 02 July 2026 10:22 PM UTC+00 Mitch McConnell Has Been Hospitalized For Weeks—What We Know About His Health  Forbes Sen. Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized as ‘he continues his recovery,’ spokesperson says  CNN EMS was called to Sen. Mitch McConnell's home for "unconscious" patient last month, recording suggests  CBS News Paramedics responded to a ‘cardiac arrest’ at Mitch McConnell’s home on day of hospitalization  NBC News Something Is Going On With Mitch McConnell’s Health, and His Office Is Keeping Mighty Quiet About It  Slate Magazine

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Falls After June Hiring Misses Expectations — Live Updates - WSJ Thursday 02 July 2026 10:57 PM UTC+00 Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Falls After June Hiring Misses Expectations — Live Updates  WSJ Dow jumps nearly 600 points to record close; Nasdaq slides as chip stocks suffer: Live updates  CNBC Weak Jobs Report Prompts Wall Street to Change Strategy  WSJ Stock market today: Dow notches fresh record, S&P 500, Nasdaq fall as Tesla sinks, semiconductors extend decline  Yahoo Finance Wall Street indexes end holiday-shortened week with gains of around 2% each  Investing.com

Permit obtained by AP shows schedule for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding - AP News Thursday 02 July 2026 10:57 PM UTC+00 Permit obtained by AP shows schedule for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding  AP News Opinion | Taylor Swift, What Are You Doing?  The New York Times Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's Loved Ones, Including Jack Antonoff, Lena Dunham and Greg Olsen, Arrive at MSG Rehearsal Dinner  People.com The Do’s and Don’ts for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to Pull Off a Perfect Secret Celebrity Wedding  The Hollywood Reporter Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding could unleash unprecedented global spending frenzy: expert  Fox News

U.S.-Iran Latest: Talks pause for slain ayatollah's funeral after Trump and mediators claim progress - CBS News Thursday 02 July 2026 11:20 PM UTC+00 U.S.-Iran Latest: Talks pause for slain ayatollah's funeral after Trump and mediators claim progress  CBS News US and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions  AP News U.S.-Iran negotiations paused for funeral of former Supreme Leader  CBS News US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz  Reuters Iran war updates: Qatar says ‘positive progress’ made in US-Iran talks  Al Jazeera

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