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Washington Examinerpolitics41 min ago
Interior Department pays $2.7 billion to cancel nine offshore wind leases
The 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.
New Scientistscience41 min ago
Study Shows NANOG Gene Starts Human Embryo Cell Formation but Editing Leaves Half of Embryos Mosaic
Researchers 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.
The Guardianpolitics1 hr ago
President Trump Addresses Crowd on National Mall for U.S. 250th Anniversary
President 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.comworld1 hr ago
China Releases Underground Church Pastor After 266 Days
A 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 Independentworld1 hr ago
Mumford and Sons headline BST Hyde Park with surprise Shania Twain appearance
Shania 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…
coindesk.comfinance1 hr ago
Step Finance Exploiter Sells 261933 SOL Worth $21.4 Million
@lookonchain reported that the exploiter bridged the proceeds to Ethereum and acquired 12,128 ETH. The ETH were then deposited into TornadoCash.
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abcnews.go.comworld1 hr ago
Fujimori Wins Peru Presidency by 49,000 Votes After Overseas Ballots Decide Outcome
Keiko Fujimori defeated Roberto Sanchez 50.13 percent to 49.87 percent on June 7. Expatriate ballots supplied her entire margin of victory.
riotimesonline.comsports1 hr ago
Mexico Adds Security Measures at World Cup Events After Four Deaths
Mexico 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.
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politics1 hr ago
NATO eastern flank countries expand border defenses and raise defense spending
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.
Fortunebusiness1 hr ago
David Senra to Launch Second Long-Form Interview Show with Scicomm Media
Fortune reported that the Founders host, who turned down acquisition offers above $50 million, is starting a long-form interview show with Scicomm Media. The move follows the April 2026 sale of a podcast he advised for hundreds of millions of dollars.
Newsweekpolitics1 hr ago
China Detains U.S. Scholar Over Myanmar Research
Min 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…
news.google.compolitics1 hr ago
U.S. President Discusses Ukraine Conflict With Russian and Ukrainian Officials
The U.S. president held separate calls with Russian and Ukrainian officials on Saturday to address battlefield developments and diplomatic efforts ahead of a NATO summit in Ankara.
sbs.com.ausports1 hr ago
Filipino tennis player defeats defending champion at Wimbledon
The 21-year-old advanced to the fourth round after defeating the defending champion 7-6 (9), 6-2 on Centre Court. Her run has drawn widespread attention in the Philippines.
abcnews.go.comscience1 hr ago
EEG Study Finds Newborns Show Different Brain Activity for Matching Versus Mismatched Counts of 4 and 12 Stimuli
Researchers recorded brain activity in 21 infants aged 0-3 days as they heard groups of syllables and saw matching or mismatched sets of dots. The findings provide the first neural evidence of an innate number sense present from birth.
world2 hrs ago
Three sons attend public funeral while designated successor stays away
Three sons of a senior Iranian cleric stood at a Tehran prayer ground during a public funeral. The cleric's designated successor did not appear among the mourners.
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espn.co.uksports2 hrs ago
Brentford Agree Deal in Principle to Sign Jaidon Anthony from Burnley
@FabrizioRomano reported that Brentford reached an agreement to sign Jaidon Anthony from Burnley. The transfer carries a £17 million fixed fee plus £3 million in add-ons.
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politics2 hrs ago
Trump Says One Shot Could Eliminate Iranian Leaders at Khamenei Funeral
President Trump told Axios on July 4 that top Iranian figures had gathered at Ali Khamenei's funeral in Tehran. Iran announced new transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz the same day.
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riotimesonline.comsports2 hrs ago
Belgium Advances Past Senegal in World Cup Round of 16
Belgium 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.
fantasypros.comsports2 hrs ago
Sonny Gray Allows One Run in Six Innings as Red Sox Beat Angels 8-1
Boston 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.
news.sky.comworld2 hrs ago
Nigel Farage Did Not Register Support From Fraud-Convicted Ally, Sunday Times Reports
BBC 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…
news.sky.comsports2 hrs ago
Illegal Casinos Use AI Deepfakes of Bellingham and Fernandes to Promote Betting Sites
Nightwin and QH88 presented the players as official partners through fabricated articles, photographs and video. The Guardian reported the sites operate without required licenses in the UK while targeting users there.
abcnews.go.compolitics2 hrs ago
Trump Labels Democratic Primary Winners as Godless Communists
President Trump has described several winning Democratic primary candidates as communists at recent campaign events. The remarks come as Republicans seek to frame the midterm elections around ideology rather than economic concerns.
matcha-jp.compolitics2 hrs ago
Washington D.C. July 4 Fireworks Display Uses About 850,000 Shells
President 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.
winnipegfreepress.comworld2 hrs ago
Paris appeals court to rule on embezzlement case involving French politician
The 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.aupolitics2 hrs ago
NATO Secretary-General Prepares for Summit as U.S. Seeks Loyalty Pledge
The 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.compolitics3 hrs ago
Marcos Says He Would Appear at Own Impeachment Trial
President 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.
news.sky.comscience3 hrs ago
Indian Ocean Volcano Lava Shows Traces of 4.5-Billion-Year-Old Mantle Material
Lava 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.
politics3 hrs ago
Underground church leader released from Chinese prison after U.S. request
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.
Yonhappolitics3 hrs ago
President Trump Highlights U.S. Achievements at 250th Anniversary Event
President 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.
freepressjournal.inscience4 hrs ago
European Regulator Approves Modified Fibre for Food Use
A 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.comworld4 hrs ago
South Korea Moves Civilian Control Line Closer to North Korea Border
South 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.
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BBC Newssports4 hrs ago
England Faces Mexico in World Cup Match With Early Kickoff
Logistics 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.
Euronewsworld4 hrs ago
Swiss Startup Tests Solar Panels Between Active Railway Tracks in 100-Metre Pilot
Sun-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.
abcnews.go.compolitics4 hrs ago
Trump Delivers July 4 Speech on Mall Before Fireworks
President 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.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 hrs ago
Predators Sign Mavrik Bourque to Six-Year, $33 Million Contract
The 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.
bleedingcool.comsports4 hrs ago
Patrick Ewing joins Washington Wizards as assistant coach
Patrick Ewing has agreed to become an assistant coach for the Washington Wizards under head coach Brian Keefe. He previously served as a basketball ambassador for the New York Knicks after coaching at Georgetown.
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politics4 hrs ago
Philippine Senate to Open Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday
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.
abcnews.go.comworld5 hrs ago
Philippine President Says Flood Control Corruption Probe Continues
President 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.
politics5 hrs ago
President Trump Welcomes 107-Year-Old Veteran to National Mall Stage
@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.
The Independentpolitics5 hrs ago
President Trump Delivers Remarks at America 250 Event After Weather Delays
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.
politics37 min agoUpdated
Trump Displays Historic U.S. Flags at July 4 National Mall Event
President Trump spoke on the National Mall on July 4, 2026, and presented multiple historic American flags while recognizing veterans. He also referenced a recent U.S. naval operation against Iran.
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ndtv.comtechnology8 hrs ago
Chinese Pastor Released From Prison After Trump Raised Case With Xi
Ezra Jin, founder of an unregistered Beijing church, was freed and reunited with his family in the United States. His daughter credited direct intervention by President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
riotimesonline.compolitics10 hrs ago
Space Force and Border Patrol Recruit at Colorado Rodeo Event
Space Force and U.S. Border Patrol set up recruitment booths at a Professional Bull Riders event in Colorado Springs. The agencies used the rodeo to reach potential recruits amid expanded hiring targets and funding.
algemeiner.compolitics10 hrs ago
Egyptian President Calls for Quick Start on Gaza Ceasefire and U.S.-Iran Deal
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi urged immediate action on the Gaza ceasefire and a U.S.-Iran memorandum signed last month. He also noted more than $10 billion in lost Suez Canal revenue tied to Red Sea shipping disruptions.
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New York Postbusiness10 hrs ago
Illinois man wins $1.3 million in June 11 lottery draw
An anonymous Illinois resident matched all five numbers in the June 11 Lucky Day Lotto drawing and received a $1.3 million prize. The same person won a $45,000 prize in the same game 15 years earlier when it was called Little Lotto.
abcnews.go.compolitics10 hrs ago
Vice President Vance Says Britain Has Been Failed by Leadership
JD Vance expressed affection for Britain while criticizing its recent political instability during a July 4 interview with The Times. He also linked mass migration to a murder case and voiced hopes for working with the next prime minister.
politics10 hrs ago
Demonstrators Block Roads in German City to Protest AfD Congress
Tens of thousands of people gathered in a German city on Saturday to oppose a far-right party meeting. Protesters blocked roads and halted public transport but did not stop the event from taking place.
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Washington Examinerpolitics10 hrs ago
National Weather Service Issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Washington Area on July 4
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia on Saturday afternoon. The alert came ahead of President Donald Trump's scheduled speech commemorating the 250th Independence Day. A heat wave also prom…
news.sky.compolitics10 hrs ago
New $100 bills to feature President Trump's signature
Treasury officials displayed a redesigned $100 bill bearing President Trump's signature. The notes are scheduled for circulation ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary.
brobible.comworld10 hrs ago
Kelsey Pfendler Rows Solo from California to Hawaii in Under 44 Days
Kelsey Pfendler arrived in Honolulu harbor Friday night after rowing more than 2,400 miles alone. She finished the trip in just under 44 days, faster than prior records for both women and men.
news.sky.compolitics11 hrs ago
U.S. president holds calls with Russian and Ukrainian leaders before NATO summit
The U.S. president spoke separately with Russian and Ukrainian counterparts on July 4. The calls addressed the Ukraine conflict and were described by both sides as marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.
New York Postbusiness11 hrs ago
Tenant Bloc Posts on $2.2 Billion Housing Plan and Rent Freeze
The New York State Tenant Bloc stated on July 4 that Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s housing plan allocates $2.2 billion for ownership transfers. The group also linked the funds to a two-year rent freeze approved in June.
abcnews.go.comworld11 hrs ago
Iranian President Criticizes International Response to Regional Attacks
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the international community failed to stop attacks on multiple countries and reduce instability. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi called for implementation of two recent ceasefire agreements. Israeli strikes continued in Gaza and so…
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politics11 hrs ago
Israeli Cabinet Approves Recognition of Armenian Genocide
The Israeli cabinet approved a resolution to formally recognize the Armenian Genocide. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar presented the measure last week. The decision comes amid ongoing regional diplomatic considerations.
The Independentworld11 hrs ago
Wildfire near Thessaloniki prompts evacuations of three suburbs
A fast-moving wildfire broke out Saturday evening near Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city. Officials ordered evacuations in three northern suburbs and a facility housing 157 people with special needs.
politics11 hrs ago
Ukrainian Drones Strike Oil Terminal and Naval Base Near St. Petersburg
Ukrainian drones hit port oil infrastructure and a Baltic Fleet facility near St. Petersburg early Saturday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the strikes targeted revenue-generating sites and confirmed plans to meet President Trump next week.
world12 hrs ago
Military Flyovers and Air Shows Mark U.S. 250th Anniversary on National Mall
Military helicopters, Ospreys, F-18s and other aircraft conducted repeated flyovers over the National Mall on July 4, 2026. washingtontimes.com reported spectator reactions and the full schedule of performances that continued until fireworks at 10:30 p.m.
koreatimes.co.krscience17 hrs ago
Egypt Announces Byzantine Settlement and Additional Tombs at Two Sites
Egypt reported two archaeological finds on July 4: a fourth-century Byzantine settlement at the Dakhla Oasis and 18 more tombs at the Marina el-Alamein site. The discoveries include structures, coins, and artifacts that document daily life and burial practices from the second to…
nbcnews.compolitics19 hrs ago
President Trump pardons 11 people convicted of violating emissions rules
President Trump issued pardons for 11 individuals previously convicted of modifying vehicles in ways that violated emissions standards set during the prior administration. The White House said the offenses stemmed from regulations that are no longer in effect.
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abcnews.go.comscience1 day ago
President Delivers Three Speeches Marking 250th Anniversary of Declaration of Independence
President Trump spoke in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Washington, D.C., between July 1 and July 4. The addresses included partisan references and assertions about the 2020 election.