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Washington Examinerpolitics2 hrs ago
President Trump Greets Senate Majority Leader Thune at Ellsworth Air Force Base
President Donald Trump arrived in South Dakota on July 3, 2026, and exchanged greetings with Senate Majority Leader John Thune before delivering remarks at Mount Rushmore. The visit occurred on the eve of Independence Day amid prior legislative friction.
washingtonpost.compolitics2 hrs ago
President Issues Pardons for Emissions and Fraud Convictions
The president signed pardons for six people convicted of Clean Air Act violations and two additional individuals with prior fraud and unspecified convictions. The White House said the actions address regulatory enforcement and post-conviction conduct.
theblaze.compolitics2 hrs ago
Trump Scheduled to Speak at July 4 Rally on National Mall With Military Flyovers
President Trump will head a rally on the National Mall today featuring military aircraft flyovers that include his new Qatari jet. Nigel Farage joined Vice President JD Vance ahead of the 250th anniversary events.
mlbtraderumors.comsports4 hrs ago
Former Manager Bobby Williamson Applies for Scotland Head Coach Job
The 64-year-old former Hibernian and Kilmarnock manager, living in Nairobi, has proposed a backroom team including Ally McCoist, Scott Brown and Kevin Thomson. He previously managed the Kenyan and Ugandan national sides.
Fox Newspolitics4 hrs ago
Artist Paints 9-by-17-Foot American Flag at D.C. State Fair
Scott LoBaido is creating the oil-on-canvas work at the Made in America Pavilion. He said the flag belongs to everyone and plans to finish it on Independence Day.
Fox Newspolitics5 hrs ago
Virginia business owner who immigrated legally criticizes birthright citizenship
A Trinidad-born Virginia business owner who became a U.S. citizen after a nine-year process described birth tourism and illegal immigration as unfair to those who follow legal requirements. He recounted his own arrival in 2006 and the documentation he provided before gaining citi…
globalnews.caworld6 hrs ago
Venezuelan Authorities Report 2,645 Deaths from Last Week's Earthquakes as Families Seek Body Recovery Help
Relatives of victims pressed for assistance on Friday as authorities reported 2,645 deaths and more than 12,000 wounded from two earthquakes that struck last week. Most fatalities occurred in the coastal town of La Guaira.
nationalpost.comworld7 hrs ago
Indonesian Army Recovers Body of U.S. Pilot Killed in Papua
The Indonesian Army recovered the body of an American civilian pilot killed earlier this week after his aircraft was burned at Ipdeheik Airport. The pilot worked for PT AMA and was attacked by an armed separatist group.
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theconversation.comfinance8 hrs ago
U.S. Charitable Giving Hits Record $617 Billion in 2025 as Billionaire Wealth Rises 16 Percent
Total donations rose across individuals, foundations and bequests. MacKenzie Scott accounted for one-third of tracked megagifts while Elon Musk discussed difficulties in effective large-scale giving.
america.cgtn.compolitics8 hrs ago
Washington DC to Host 250th Anniversary Event with Fireworks and Flyovers
The U.S. capital will mark America's 250th anniversary on Saturday with a large fireworks display, military flyovers, and a presidential speech. Organizers expect 850,000 fireworks and hourly aircraft passes between 13:15 and sunset.
abcnews.go.comsports6 hrs agoUpdated
World Cup Round of 16 Matchups Set After Group Stage
The eight pairings for the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage were confirmed following the final group matches. Argentina faces Egypt, Portugal meets Spain, and the United States plays Belgium among other contests scheduled to begin July 6.
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world17 hrs ago
Two Killed, One Wounded in Shooting at Michigan Shopping Mall
Gunfire at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn left two men dead and one wounded on Friday afternoon. Police said a verbal dispute between two groups escalated into the attack.
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news.sky.comsports17 hrs ago
Sabalenka and Osaka Set Wimbledon Fourth-Round Matchup
Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka advanced to the fourth round at Wimbledon after straight-set wins on Friday. Coco Gauff also progressed after a three-set victory over Claire Liu.
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dailywire.comworld18 hrs ago
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Close Nearly 15 Hours for Holiday Flyovers
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport will shut down for nearly 15 hours on Friday and Saturday. Extreme weather and Fourth of July events may add to travel disruptions this weekend.
Forbesfinance18 hrs ago
Four of Eleven U.S. Carriers Deployed as of July 3, 2026
Four Nimitz-class carriers are at sea and one is in New York for the International Naval Review 250. Six others remain in home ports for maintenance or repairs under the federal requirement to keep 11 nuclear-powered carriers in service.
focustaiwan.twworld19 hrs ago
Satellite Images Show Damage to Shelters at Russian Air Base in Crimea, No Aircraft Losses Confirmed
Ukrainian SBU reported drone strikes on Saki Air Base in Crimea on Wednesday and Friday. Vantor satellite imagery shows damage to six of seven hardened aircraft shelters. SBU claimed at least seven Russian aircraft were destroyed or damaged.
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usmagazine.comsports3 hrs agoUpdated
Prince William Says King Charles Hates Football on Kelce Podcast
Prince William told Travis and Jason Kelce that his father dislikes the sport during a New Heights podcast episode that aired Friday. The prince also discussed his own support for Aston Villa and said he would travel to the United States if England reaches the World Cup final.
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israelnationalnews.comworld19 hrs ago
U.S. Officials Say Israel Nearly Targeted Iranian Negotiators During April Pakistan Trip
The New York Times reported July 2 that unnamed U.S. officials assessed Israel came close to assassinating Iran's top negotiators during April talks. The delegation diverted after receiving intelligence of an Israeli air threat.
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New Scientistscience19 hrs ago
Orangutan Mothers Traveled Farther and Fed Less During Offspring Play Encounters, Study Finds
@NewScientist reported that wild Bornean orangutan mothers with similarly aged young spend more time near each other so the offspring can play. The 15-year analysis of 31 mother-offspring pairs found these encounters occur regardless of fruit availability and reduce mothers' feed…
abcnews.go.compolitics1 hr agoUpdated
Trump Pardons 11 People Including Emissions Violators and Two Others
President Trump issued pardons to 11 individuals on July 4. Nine had been convicted of Clean Air Act violations tied to vehicle emissions systems. Two additional recipients had prior fraud and unspecified convictions.
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politics20 hrs ago
Freedom 250 Fair Opens on National Mall With Ferris Wheel and State Displays
Abc reported that the Trump administration held a Great State Fair on the National Mall as the centerpiece of US 250th anniversary events. A separate anti-Trump rally took place in a nearby Washington park on the same day.
axios.comworld21 hrs ago
U.S. Marks 250th Anniversary With Heightened Security at July Fourth Events
Federal agencies are deploying radiation-detecting aircraft, drone-control systems, and thousands of personnel for weekend celebrations. The National Mall events have been designated a National Special Security Event.
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ndtv.comworld21 hrs ago
Iranian Airline Flight Lands in Yemen Capital
An Iranian commercial aircraft arrived in Sana’a on July 2-3. The landing marks the first reported direct civilian flight from Iran to Houthi-controlled territory in recent months.
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New York Postworld21 hrs ago
Australian Man Charged With Murder of Thai Teen Found in Suitcase
Simon Peter Carman, 45, faces murder and related charges after police found the body of 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla inside a suitcase near railway tracks outside Pattaya. Thai authorities arrested him at Bangkok’s main airport before he could board a flight to Perth.
nypost.compolitics22 hrs ago
President Trump Signs Pardons Ending Emissions and Clean Air Prosecutions
President Trump is issuing pardons and clemency actions focused on emissions and clean air enforcement. The moves target Biden-era regulatory prosecutions and mark the start of a wider clemency effort.
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The Independentpolitics15 hrs agoUpdated
Great American State Fair Closes Temporarily Due to Extreme Heat
The Great American State Fair on the National Mall shut down Friday afternoon after temperatures reached nearly 100 degrees. Organizers coordinated with public safety officials and scheduled a 5 p.m. reopening.
bleedingcool.comfinance7 hrs agoUpdated
Project Hail Mary Streams on Prime Video Starting July 3
The Phil Lord and Christopher Miller film adaptation of the Andy Weir novel became available to stream on Prime Video on July 3 after grossing over $680 million in theaters. It previously aired on MGM+ and remains on video-on-demand. A 4K Blu-ray release is scheduled for August 1…
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politics23 hrs ago
Ganduje Issues Statement Denying Defection Reports
Former All Progressives Congress national chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje rejected claims on July 3 that he had joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress. He called social media posters false and said legal steps would follow if they continued. The denial came in a statement from hi…
New York Postpolitics23 hrs ago
Two live smoke grenades found in checked bag at Indianapolis airport, one hidden in peanut butter
A passenger attempted to carry two live smoke grenades in checked luggage at Indianapolis International Airport last month, with one concealed inside a jar of peanut butter. TSA officers found the items during extra screening. The New York Post reported the incident based on agen…
AP Newsworld1 day ago
Study Links Drone Incursions at European Bases to Russian Intelligence
A new assessment concludes that recent drone flights over several Royal Air Force installations were likely part of a coordinated intelligence operation. The report points to commercial vessels as possible launch platforms but notes the evidence remains circumstantial.
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espn.co.ukworld1 day ago
Poland and Spain Sign Deal to Buy Four Airbus A330 Tankers
Poland and Spain have signed a memorandum to jointly purchase four Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft. The agreement allows Poland to increase its order from two to four units and receive the planes by 2030.
ABC Newsworld1 day ago
ABC News Broadcast Looks Back at 1976 U.S. Bicentennial
ABC's "Good Morning America" aired a segment revisiting how Americans marked the country's 200th anniversary in 1976. The report coincides with preparations for the nation's 250th anniversary events.
New York Postsports1 day ago
MSG Executive Chairman Hands Day-to-Day Rangers Duties to Son
The executive chairman of Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. is transferring daily ownership duties for one team to his son. The 32-year-old assumes the titles of president, chief operating officer and alternate governor.
Yonhapworld1 day ago
South Korea plans review of semiconductor cluster project
President Lee Jae Myung will chair a meeting next week to assess progress on a large semiconductor production base in the southwestern region. The session follows recent investment announcements by major chipmakers.
Defense Newspolitics1 day ago
U.S. Diplomat Calls for Taiwan 'Hornet’s Nest' of Drones to Deter Conflict
Raymond Greene, director of the American Institute in Taiwan, urged creation of air, surface and subsurface drones at a Taichung forum. The statement comes amid competing legislative proposals for drone funding and President Lai Ching-te’s push for asymmetric capabilities.
politics1 day agoUpdated
Turkish Court Orders Detention of Stand-Up Comedian Over Performance
A court in Istanbul placed stand-up comedian Deniz Göktaş in pre-trial detention after he was detained at the airport. Prosecutors cited complaints about a June performance that drew 9.4 million views on YouTube.
channel4.comworld1 day ago
Panel discusses NHS maternity report and child safety sentences
GB News aired a segment in which four panelists examined an NHS maternity care report, child safety issues, online child sexual abuse, mental health, and a Court of Appeal decision on two teenage rape cases.
eonline.comworld1 day ago
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce hold large event at Madison Square Garden
Reports indicate the pair may have held a private ceremony before the New York gathering. The event is expected to include about 1,000 guests and performances by several musicians. Attendees were required to sign confidentiality agreements.
worldpoliticsreview.compolitics1 day ago
EU Trade Committee Chair Says October China Deadline Unrealistic for Binding Deal but Framework Possible
German MEP Bernd Lange stated Friday that the European Commission's October target for tangible results in EU-China trade talks cannot produce a binding agreement. Negotiations began last Monday amid a 1 billion euro daily EU trade deficit with China.
Fox Newspolitics1 day ago
National Mall Fair Attendees Give U.S. Economy B or Lower Ahead of 2026 Midterms
Fox News Digital interviewed visitors at the Great American Fair on the National Mall about the economy and its weight in November 2026 midterm voting. Most assigned passing grades while several said economic conditions would not decide their ballots.
news.sky.comfinance1 day ago
French Agriculture Reports 2.5-3 Million Chicken Deaths in Late June Heatwave, Equal to 1% of Annual Production
Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard said French farming is in crisis mode after an exceptional heatwave. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will chair an interministerial meeting on July 3 to review the damage to crops and livestock.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Historic Environment Scotland Chairman Steps Down Nine Months Into Term
Sir Mark Jones resigned as chairman of the heritage body after nine months. The departure follows an internal probe into governance and conduct issues.
nypost.comtechnology1 day ago
Airbnb Hosts in World Cup Cities Earn Average $3,000 During Tournament
Hosts across 16 North American cities are earning an average of $3,000 by renting homes during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Women represent nearly three in five participants in the company's $750 incentive program for new hosts.
news.google.compolitics1 day ago
U.S. Holds Event in Brussels for 250th Anniversary
A July 4-style celebration took place last Sunday under the Cinquantenaire arch in Brussels. The event drew criticism over access limits and coincided with renewed indirect talks between Washington and Tehran.
vox.comfinance1 day ago
Heat Wave Raises Power Demand and Prompts Travel Advisories Across Eastern U.S.
Extreme temperatures up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit are forecast to continue through the July 4 weekend. Wholesale electricity prices rose sharply in several regions as air-conditioning demand increased.
axios.comworld1 day ago
Europe Records Over 1,300 Heat-Related Deaths Since June 21 as Air-Conditioning Use Remains Low
France linked about 1,000 deaths to record heat last week, mostly among the elderly. Europe maintains low air conditioning adoption despite high per-capita heat mortality.
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focustaiwan.twpolitics1 day ago
Air Force to investigate active-duty officer over Capitol protest
The U.S. Air Force said it will investigate an active-duty officer detained by Capitol Police while holding a sign calling for impeachment. The officer criticized U.S. military actions without congressional approval.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Wildfire burns 900 hectares in southern France
A wildfire in France's Aude department has burned about 900 hectares. Firefighters and aircraft are fighting the blaze while evacuees shelter in Canet-en-Roussillon.
rove.meworld1 day ago
South African Officials Reject Link Between Demonstrations and Ghanaian National's Death
South African officials said a Ghanaian national was killed a day before anti-irregular migration demonstrations and denied any connection. Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs had stated the death occurred during the protests.
South China Morning Postworld1 day ago
German coalition agrees on 34-point economic package
Germany's ruling coalition approved a 34-point plan on Thursday to revive the economy. The package includes calls for stronger European-level protection against unfair trade practices.
Yonhapworld1 day agoUpdated
President Lee Jae Myung Announces Aerospace Industry Plan for South Korea's Southern Coast
President Lee Jae Myung announced on July 3 plans to build an aerospace industry belt encompassing satellites, rockets and next-generation aircraft. The pledge forms part of three mega projects targeting semiconductors, physical AI and data centers in the southern region.
wwd.combusiness1 day ago
7-Eleven Sues Nike in Dallas Over Air Max 95 Stripe Design
7-Eleven filed a trademark lawsuit against Nike in federal court in Dallas. The suit alleges Nike copied the chain's red, orange, and green stripe design for an Air Max 95 trainer scheduled to launch July 11.
washingtonpost.comworld1 day ago
Indonesian Forces Recover Body of American Pilot Killed in Papua Attack
Security forces recovered the body of an American pilot shot after landing at a remote airstrip in Papua Highlands. The attack was claimed by an armed separatist group that said the plane violated a flight ban.
Abc Newsworld1 day ago
Venezuela Begins Identifying Earthquake Victims as Death Toll Reaches 2,295
Recovery teams in La Guaira state are collecting and identifying bodies after two earthquakes struck Venezuela's northern coast on June 24. Officials report at least 2,295 deaths and thousands still missing.
nypost.comfinance1 day ago
Teenager jailed 13 and a half years for UK terror plot
An Italian national was arrested at Manchester Airport in November 2024 while attempting to travel to Somalia. He later pleaded guilty to six terrorism offenses and received a 13-and-a-half-year sentence.
Nbc Newsworld1 day agoUpdated
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Dies at 86; Iran Begins Multi-Day Funeral
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's former supreme leader, died at age 86. Iran will hold a seven-day funeral beginning Saturday, transporting his body to cities in Iran and Iraq while shutting down streets, airspace and daily life in Tehran.
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middleeasteye.networld6 hrs agoUpdated
Iran Begins Funeral Processions for Supreme Leader Killed in February Airstrikes
The body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei lay in state in Tehran on Friday as officials and foreign delegations paid respects. Iran opened a week of mass funeral processions across multiple cities before burial in Mashhad on Thursday.
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jns.orgworld1 day ago
Search Teams Rescue Security Guard From Mall Ruins in Venezuela
Rescue teams pulled a 44-year-old security guard from the ruins of a mall in La Guaira state more than a week after two earthquakes struck Venezuela's northern coast. Reuters reported the operation followed the quakes that devastated the region.
theconversation.comworld1 day ago
GAO Reports Navy E-130J Program Delayed One Year but Secures Funding for Six Pre-Production Aircraft
The U.S. Government Accountability Office released its annual assessment on 2026-07-03. It stated that prior concerns about the E-130J Phoenix II program have become realities, pushing the move to production back by one year.
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washingtonpost.comworld2 days ago
American pilot killed and plane burned after landing in Indonesia’s Papua region
West Papua National Liberation Army members shot Nicholas F. Gosselin and set his aircraft ablaze after it landed in Highland Papua province on July 2. Indonesian officials confirmed the pilot's death and loss of contact with the plane.
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