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Several NBA players declined or exercised contract options ahead of free agency. Teams are also discussing potential trades involving restricted free agents and star extensions.
Washington ExaminerThe Interior Department has reached four agreements this year to buy back offshore wind leases. The deals total $2.7 billion and cover projects off the East and West coasts.
newatlas.comQatar’s Transport Ministry announced Sunday that all maritime navigation can resume immediately. The decision reverses a June 29 advisory that had halted sailing and fishing vessels while leaving commercial shipping unaffected.
New ScientistResearchers used CRISPR base editing to disable the NANOG gene in fertilized human eggs. The work shows NANOG starts the program that produces embryo-forming cells, a role that differs from its function in mice.
nypost.comIlana Gritzewsky, a former hostage held by Hamas, addressed the UN Human Rights Council about sexual abuse she experienced in captivity. She stated that victims should not feel ashamed and can speak the truth about their experiences.
France 24Jonas Vingegaard recorded the fastest time in the opening 19.6-kilometer team time trial in Barcelona. The Visma-Lease a Bike rider finished 12 seconds ahead of Tadej Pogacar.
The GuardianPresident Trump spoke on the National Mall on Saturday night during events marking 250 years since U.S. independence. Thunderstorms caused a four-hour delay and reduced attendance. The speech included references to American history, military achievements, and proposed election ch…
catholicnewsagency.comA Protestant pastor detained since October 2025 arrived in Los Angeles on July 3 after release from Chinese custody. Family members said the release followed discussions between U.S. and Chinese officials and described it as a goodwill gesture ahead of U.S. Independence Day.
The IndependentShania Twain performed with Mumford and Sons at BST Hyde Park on Saturday after opening for Harry Styles at Wembley Stadium earlier that evening. The Independent reported the duet included the songs Here and Man! I Feel Like A Woman! Marcus Mumford introduced Twain as a cheeky su…
bleedingcool.comThe band includes a version of 'You Know I’m No Good' on the record due 10 July. Members recalled their 2007 performance with Winehouse ahead of the release.
sbs.com.auThe national auction clearance rate edged up from 49.2 percent to 49.8 percent last week. Brisbane recorded the steepest decline while Melbourne posted the highest rate among capital cities.
NewsweekHannah Damron noticed a knot and other signs in her daughter Miley shortly after birth. An ultrasound led to a hepatoblastoma diagnosis at Kentucky Children's Hospital. The baby has undergone chemotherapy and faces further treatment.
abcnews.go.comKeiko Fujimori defeated Roberto Sanchez 50.13 percent to 49.87 percent on June 7. Expatriate ballots supplied her entire margin of victory.
riotimesonline.comMexico is adding security and crowd control steps after four people died during World Cup celebrations near Mexico City's Angel of Independence monument last Tuesday. The measures precede the England match.
Finland, Poland and Lithuania are expanding fortifications, reserves and weapons purchases along their borders with Russia. The effort comes as President Trump questions NATO's Article 5 guarantee and European allies weigh greater self-reliance.
NewsweekMin Zin, executive director of the Thailand-based Institute for Strategy and Policy-Myanmar, was arrested in China on June 3 while attending a state-sponsored conference. Chinese authorities have not publicly detailed the charges, and the U.S. State Department has provided consul…
riotimesonline.comBelgium scored twice in extra time to defeat Senegal after trailing late in regulation. The U.S. team watched the match and prepared for its own Round of 16 matchup against Belgium.
forbes.comTampa Bay moved into first place in the AL East after a 50-33 record. Miami reached the top 10 in the latest power rankings.
fantasypros.comBoston right-hander Sonny Gray allowed one run over six innings to improve to 10-1. Gray expressed disappointment after being left off the American League All-Star roster announced the same day.
skysports.comWales suffered a third straight defeat in the Uefa Men's Under-19 Championship. The result ended their hopes of advancing and removed them from contention for a Fifa Under-20 World Cup play-off place.
news.sky.comBBC News reported that Nigel Farage's spokesman denied allegations the Reform UK leader failed to declare benefits supplied by George Cottrell. Cottrell was convicted of wire fraud in the US in 2017 and provided security and social media staff in the year before Farage's election…
ForbesUFC 329 takes place Saturday in Las Vegas with Conor McGregor facing Max Holloway in the main event. The welterweight bout is a rematch of their 2013 fight. Early betting odds favor Holloway at -225.
fortune.comThe International Cricket Council is reviewing options for a restructured global schedule. Discussions include fixed windows for each format, continental championships, and a possible World Club T20 event.
abcnews.go.comCape Verde reached the knockout stage in its first World Cup appearance before falling to Argentina in extra time on July 3. The team drew three of four group matches and received cheers from fans upon returning to its Miami hotel.
matcha-jp.comPresident Trump billed the July 4, 2026, show over the capital as the largest in history. Freedom250, the White House task force, organized the display to mark 250 years of U.S. independence.
Aid workers in eastern Ukraine now face drone attacks up to 25 kilometres from the front line. The expanded reach has shortened warning times and altered daily movement for civilians and relief teams.
winnipegfreepress.comThe Paris appeals court will issue a decision Tuesday in a case concerning the misuse of European Parliament funds. The ruling could affect eligibility to run in the 2027 presidential election.
sbs.com.auThe NATO secretary-general has focused on maintaining U.S. participation in the alliance ahead of this week's summit in Turkey. Recent U.S. statements have shifted emphasis from defense spending to political alignment.
axios.comPresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he would want to testify if facing impeachment. His comments come days before the Senate begins the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.
ndtv.comNegotiations between Iran and the United States in Doha this week concluded without a deal on releasing frozen funds. Iran has not started demining the Strait of Hormuz and maintains threats against unauthorized ship departures.
france24.comThe coach stated that the captain's public image does not reflect his actual role within the squad. He described the player as mature and said the team follows his direction on and off the field.
news.sky.comLava from the Fani Maoré underwater volcano contains chemical signatures from Earth's first 100 million years. Researchers identified the material through precise isotope measurements on samples collected after the volcano's discovery in 2018.
ForbesEarth will be at aphelion on July 6, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. EDT, 94.5 million miles from the sun. Northern Hemisphere summer heat is driven by axial tilt, longer days, and direct sunlight rather than orbital distance.
Jimmy Donaldson earned $300 million in the past year, according to Forbes. His YouTube channels hold more than 640 million subscribers and generate more than 5 billion views annually.
The GuardianFraudulent sites mimicking known retailers are offering air conditioning units at steep discounts during a UK heatwave. Buyers who order through the copied pages risk handing payment details to criminals.
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri of the Zion Church arrived in Los Angeles following his release from detention in China. Family members said the release came less than two months after the case was raised in a U.S. meeting with Chinese officials in Beijing. At least eight other church mem…
An unregistered church leader was freed from detention in China and has arrived in the United States. The release followed a direct request made during talks between U.S. and Chinese officials.
YonhapPresident Trump delivered remarks at a July 4 celebration on the National Mall marking 250 years since U.S. independence. The speech referenced military veterans and stated the country is stronger than before.
espn.comA starting pitcher threw seven scoreless innings and a batter hit a solo home run as one team defeated the other 3-0 at home on July 4. The win completed a series sweep and widened the division lead.
freepressjournal.inA European regulator has approved a modified fibre that increases release of appetite-reducing hormones. The fibre could appear in breads, cereals and smoothies within a year.
insightsonindia.comSouth Korean authorities are shifting the Civilian Control Line nearer the border with North Korea, citing improved security conditions. Environmental groups say the adjustment may expose a largely undeveloped border region to future construction.
New ScientistResearchers compared thousands of ancient bones from Liang Bua cave on Flores with tooth marks from a Komodo dragon feeding experiment. They concluded the small hominins did not hunt large game or use fire.
winnipegfreepress.comA clinical study evaluating remdesivir and MBP134 began in early July at an Ebola treatment center in Bunia. The trial will track survival for 28 days after treatment starts and may expand to high-risk groups in a second phase.
BBC NewsLogistics for England's World Cup match against Mexico have drawn attention in several British newspapers. Coverage also includes reports on proposed tax changes and rail project spending.
EuronewsSun-Ways placed 100 metres of photovoltaic panels between railway tracks in Buttes, Switzerland, as a three-year trial. The system produced 16,000 kWh in its first year of operation. The company is pursuing similar projects in Italy and South Korea.
gravelcyclist.comEastern Brandenburg reached 41.7C on Sunday, the highest temperature recorded in Germany. Low air conditioning use and rising heat deaths have drawn political attention from far-right parties.
abcnews.go.comPresident Trump addressed spectators on the Mall on July 4, praising the United States and urging passage of the SAVE America Act. Severe weather delayed the event by one hour and 45 minutes. The remarks were followed by a fireworks display that launched more than 800,000 shells.
theconversation.com@NewScientist reported that new modeling finds continued Greenland ice loss will reduce Atlantic current strength by up to 80 percent by 2300 but the change remains reversible. Recovery occurs if atmospheric CO2 falls 1 percent annually from 2250.
espn.comTwo first-round picks combined for 43 points in their initial summer league appearances. One team won in overtime and the other by 37 points.
winnipegfreepress.comThe Nashville Predators signed center Mavrik Bourque to a six-year, $33 million deal three days after acquiring him from the Dallas Stars. The 24-year-old posted 20 goals and 21 assists last season.
winnipegfreepress.comHouston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez hit two home runs, including a walk-off shot in the ninth inning, to lead his team to a 10-8 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday night.
axios.comThe visiting team collected 14 hits, including seven doubles and one 458-foot home run, to defeat the home team 6-4 on July 4, 2026. The starter allowed three runs over six innings for the win. The closer recorded his eighth save.
Abc NewsHundreds attended the Stoned Climbers festival in Ukraine's Zhytomyr region last week. The volunteer-run event raised funds for a military brigade while offering instruction to first-time climbers.
The trial begins at 2 p.m. on July 6 with senators serving as judges. Proceedings will run Monday through Wednesday for the first three weeks before shifting to Tuesday through Thursday.
pakistantoday.com.pkShabir Ahmed, 73, was freed this week after serving 14 years for 30 child rape offences. Pakistan disputes his claim of renouncing citizenship and will not accept his return.
abcnews.go.comPresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated on July 4 that investigations into flood control projects remain ongoing. He said more irregularities have been uncovered since the administration began releasing project lists last year.
@CBSNews reported that President Trump invited Lieutenant Arthur Rose, 107, onstage during remarks on the National Mall. Rose saluted the flag from the first D-Day landing craft.
thequint.comSevere thunderstorms forced an early-evening evacuation of the Freedom 250 event on the National Mall. Attendees waited more than an hour to re-enter after security screening resumed at 9:45 p.m. ET.
New York PostAt least 19 suspected heat-related deaths occurred in New Jersey as temperatures hit record levels. New York City saw Central Park reach 100 degrees while subways and streets remained sweltering.
President Trump spoke on the National Mall after thunderstorms and heat forced schedule changes. The address included both patriotic themes and partisan statements on voting rules and communism.