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world10 hrs ago
Seine swimming areas reopen for summer after heatwave
Public swimming zones along the Seine opened for the season. Officials cited cooling needs after a record heatwave. Access rules and hours were posted at the sites.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports11 hrs ago
Lakers Re-Sign Chris Manon to Fill Final Two-Way Roster Spot
The Los Angeles Lakers re-signed Chris Manon to a two-way deal after his eight-point performance in a summer league loss. The team also added Peter Suder and AK Okereke on similar contracts.
abcnews.go.combusiness13 hrs ago
Americans Shift to Domestic Travel This Summer
U.S. residents are taking more road trips and shorter domestic vacations this summer. Higher airfares and fuel costs are cited as the main reasons for the change.
The Guardianscience14 hrs ago
National Park Service lost 25% of permanent staff since 2025
The agency recorded 323 million visits in 2025 while facing a 70% drop in project spending outside Washington and a $24 billion maintenance backlog. Yosemite and other parks reported traffic jams, illegal parking, and reduced services during peak summer weekends.
The Japan Timesworld22 hrs ago
Micron breaks ground on $9.3 billion Hiroshima factory expansion
Micron Technology began construction on an expansion of its factory in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday. The project is valued at ¥1.5 trillion and will produce high-bandwidth memory chips for AI processors, with shipments scheduled to begin around the summer of 2028.
news.google.comworld23 hrs ago
Renault 4 E-Tech Completes 1,000-Mile Journey Across Britain Using Pre-Charged Solar Energy Storage
GB News reported that a Renault 4 E-Tech electric car traveled 1,000 miles from John O'Groats to Land's End using only solar power. The Plein Sud variant followed the sun during the summer solstice and recharged exclusively at solar sites without grid electricity.
Euronewsworld23 hrs ago
El Niño expected to strengthen and raise global extreme weather risk
Forecasters say a strengthening El Niño will increase the chance of extreme weather worldwide. Europe is unlikely to see direct effects this summer, though indirect impacts on food supplies remain possible.
news.sky.comsports1 day ago
David Williams-Ellis Named Sculptor of Andy Murray Bronze Statue at All England Club
GB News reported that David Williams-Ellis, 67, was selected from a shortlist of three artists to create the bronze figure. The statue will be unveiled next summer during Wimbledon's 150th anniversary celebrations and will be the first such tribute to a former champion since the…
axios.comworld1 day ago
U.S. Cooling Costs Projected to Rise 10.5 Percent This Summer Amid Heat Wave
Much of the country faces near-record temperatures over the July 4 weekend. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association projects a 10.5 percent increase in cooling costs compared with last summer.
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ESPNsports1 day ago
NBA to Test One Free Throw Rule and Sensor-Embedded Ball in Summer Leagues
The NBA will trial a single free throw worth multiple points and a basketball with an embedded contact sensor during its 2026 summer leagues. The experiments begin Friday in Northern California, Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. Data from the sensor will support future officiating to…
themarketherald.com.auworld1 day ago
Department of Energy Removes Energy-Saving Cooling Webpage
A Department of Energy webpage that advised setting indoor temperatures between 75 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit during summer days has been removed. The page had been part of the agency's Energy Saver guidance and remained accessible through early July.
retailtimes.co.ukworld1 day ago
UK charging network cuts ultra-rapid EV rates 25 percent for summer
Motor Fuel Group will lower its public ultra-rapid charging price to 59p per kWh from July 1 to September 30, 2026. The 25 percent discount applies across more than 2,000 bays at nearly 600 sites.
theconversation.compolitics2 days ago
Family of Boy Killed by Falling Tree Limb Secures $19.3 Million Settlement
The parents of 8-year-old Lamar McGlothurn will receive $14.65 million from a settlement resolving a negligence lawsuit over his death at a California summer camp. Six other injured campers will share the remaining amount.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics2 days ago
Federal cuts reduce summer meals for low-income children
Cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program under a new federal spending measure are expected to affect families with children out of school for summer. Officials have not detailed how states will adjust meal programs.
The Independentworld2 days ago
Wildfires Burn Over 900 Hectares in Southern France
Large fires broke out in the Aude and Herault regions on Thursday, prompting deployment of 800 firefighters. Officials reported nearly 7,000 fires since the start of summer, with 8,700 hectares burned so far.
thetilehurstend.sbnation.comsports2 days ago
Hull City Signs Goalkeeper Jack Butland from Rangers
Hull City signed goalkeeper Jack Butland from Rangers on a two-year contract. The 33-year-old England international becomes the club's first summer signing after promotion to the Premier League.
forbes.compolitics2 days ago
U.S. Forecasters Predict Record Summer Heat as El Niño Strengthens
New data show the first half of 2026 was the hottest on record for parts of eight western states. The National Weather Service expects temperatures near historic highs from Washington DC to New York over the 4 July weekend.
BBC Newsworld2 days ago
Berlin Airport Reports Up to Two-Hour Queues Under EU Entry-Exit System
The head of Berlin Airport said non-EU travelers are facing waits of one to two hours at one terminal. Airlines and airport groups have raised concerns about the system ahead of peak summer travel.
Euronewsworld2 days ago
Ukraine Seeks Faster EU Accession Path Despite Hungary and Poland Concerns
Ukrainian officials urged Hungary and Poland not to block the country's EU membership process. The request came during an EU enlargement event in Dublin where officials discussed opening additional negotiation clusters before the summer break.
GB Newspolitics2 days ago
UK Energy Price Cap Rises to £1,862 Annually, Steepest Summer Increase in Four Years
The UK energy price cap increased to £1,862 per year with a rise exceeding £220. GB News reported the change affects 13.5 million households spending over a tenth of income on energy.
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
Airports and airlines ask EU to let countries suspend biometric border checks during summer 2026 peak
European aviation groups sent a letter to Ursula von der Leyen asking for immediate suspension of the Entry/Exit System during July and August. The request follows reports of waits up to five hours and some flights departing with reduced loads. Member states hold temporary waiver…
espn.comsports3 days ago
Lightning Sign Forward Ilya Mikheyev to Four-Year Deal
The Tampa Bay Lightning signed forward Ilya Mikheyev to a four-year contract. Mikheyev, 31, joins from the Chicago Blackhawks after entering unrestricted free agency this summer.
foxnews.combusiness3 days ago
CNN Legal Correspondent Paula Reid Declines Contract Renewal Amid Paramount Skydance Merger
Paula Reid informed CNN last week she will not renew her contract when it expires this summer. The decision follows concerns about Paramount Skydance’s planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Atletico Madrid President Says Club Will Not Sell Forward Julian Alvarez
Atletico Madrid President Enrique Cerezo stated the club has no intention of selling forward Julian Alvarez. FC Barcelona has identified Alvarez as its top summer target to replace Robert Lewandowski.
cnet.compolitics3 days ago
Trump's Bill Makes Permanent Bonus Depreciation for Short-Term Rental Investors
President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, passed last summer, permanently extended 100% bonus depreciation for qualifying short-term rental properties. Investors meeting material participation rules can now deduct roughly a third of a home's value from W-2 income in the first year.
news.sky.combusiness3 days ago
Airlines ask EU to suspend new biometric border checks during summer
Airline and airport groups have asked the European Commission to allow suspension of the new biometric entry system during July and August. They cite queues of up to five hours and flights departing half empty.
indianexpress.comscience3 days ago
India Sees Driest June in 12 Years and 23 Percent Drop in Summer Crop Sowing, but Rice Stocks Triple Buffer
The India Meteorological Department reported June rainfall 39.8 percent below the long-period average. Farmers planted summer crops on 18.27 million hectares through 30 June, down from 23.65 million hectares a year earlier. Rice sowing declined 25 percent over the same period.
eonline.comworld4 days ago
Sharon Stone walks Vetements runway in Paris wearing oversized blazer and boots without pants
The 68-year-old actress appeared at the French fashion house's menswear spring/summer 2027 show on Friday. She last modeled on a runway in 1993 for Valentino. Britney Spears' sons also debuted on the catwalk.
espn.comsports4 days ago
Arsenal Expected to Increase Interest in Paris St-Germain Forward Bradley Barcola
Arsenal plan to increase pursuit of the 23-year-old after receiving encouragement he could be available this summer. Club representatives will watch him in France's World Cup match against Sweden on Tuesday.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Guard Nolan Traore to miss 2026 NBA Summer League after knee procedure
The 20-year-old guard underwent a scope on his right knee and will not participate in Summer League games. Team officials expect a full recovery before training camp.
New York Postbusiness3 days agoUpdated
Warren Buffett Delays Summer Gift to Gates Foundation During Epstein Review
Warren Buffett is withholding his annual multibillion-dollar donation to the Gates Foundation for the first time in two decades while awaiting an outside review of the foundation's past contacts with Jeffrey Epstein. The delay affects Berkshire Hathaway shares customarily given e…
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cnet.compolitics4 days ago
New York Hotel Union Contract Takes Effect July 1, Raising Wages Above $40 an Hour
A ratified agreement between the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council and hundreds of New York hotels sets new wage scales starting July 1. Wages for covered workers will exceed $40 an hour this summer under the eight-year deal.
axios.comfinance4 days ago
Regional Grid Forecasts Record Summer Electricity Use on July 2
The largest U.S. regional grid operator projects electricity demand will reach 166 gigawatts on July 2, exceeding the previous summer record. The forecast is based on expected high temperatures across the service territory.
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Al Jazeerapolitics5 days ago
Russian Missiles and Drones Kill at Least Eight Civilians in Ukraine
Strikes on Monday killed eight civilians and injured 35 across multiple regions. Power outages affected customers in eight areas amid high summer demand.
news.google.comsports5 days ago
Chicago Fire FC nearing agreement to sign Robert Lewandowski
Chicago Fire FC and Robert Lewandowski are finalizing a deal that would bring the Poland striker to Major League Soccer this summer as a free agent. The two sides are in the late stages of negotiations and expect to reach an agreement soon.
Defense Newsworld5 days ago
Army Seeks Up to 100 Autonomous Vessels for Pacific Operations
The Army is addressing a shortage of watercraft in the Pacific by contracting commercial vessels and planning to test autonomous drone boats as early as next summer. Officials aim to build a fleet of 30 to 100 heavy-duty autonomous vessels capable of carrying eight to 10 shipping…
winnipegfreepress.comworld5 days ago
Ontario Boy Dies of Rabies After Bat Contact at Cottage in 2024
An 11-year-old boy died of rabies nearly three weeks after a bat landed on his face at a northern Ontario cottage during summer 2024. A case report published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal details the incident and urges immediate medical care after any bat contact.
en.antaranews.compolitics5 days agoUpdated
Inquiry Calls for Overhaul of English Education System for White Working-Class Pupils
An independent inquiry commissioned by Star Academies and backed by the Department for Education found that white working-class children have some of the lowest educational outcomes in England. The report, which began last summer, concluded that the state is not serving these chi…
news.sky.comworld6 days ago
Record Temperatures Hit Austria Czech Republic Germany and Poland
Four central European countries recorded peak temperatures on June 28 during an ongoing heat wave. The World Health Organization reported more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21. The event has renewed discussion about air conditioning and summer preparedness.
New York Postworld6 days ago
KFC Plans Open-Concept Restaurant and Expanded Menu
KFC will open a prototype restaurant called Open House in McKinney, Texas, later this summer. The location will feature table service, drive-thru, and takeout along with new menu items.
Forbesbusiness7 days ago
Louis Vuitton Menswear Show Features Waterfall Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Pharrell Williams chaired the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2027 menswear presentation on June 23 in an outdoor Paris courtyard. NBA players Victor Wembanyama and Peyton Watson attended separate shows during record heat.
eonline.comworld7 days ago
Spears sons walk in Vetements show at Paris Men's Fashion Week
Sean Preston Federline, 20, and Jayden James Federline, 19, modeled during the Vetements Menswear Spring/Summer 2027 presentation on June 26. The appearance marked their first joint runway outing and first time modeling on a major fashion show.
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nypost.comworld7 days ago
North West attends Vetements Paris show wearing blue wig and multiple facial piercings
North West, age 13, appeared at the Vetements Menswear Spring/Summer 2027 fashion show on Friday wearing new facial piercings. nypost.com reported details of her outfit and accessories during the Paris event.
New York Postsports7 days ago
Tennessee removes edge rusher from roster after spring absence
Tennessee ended its arrangement with a transfer edge rusher who did not return for summer workouts. The 19-year-old had joined the program earlier in the offseason under a reported $2 million agreement.
e360.yale.eduworld7 days ago
Heat Wave Affects Western Europe and Moves Eastward
Temperatures rose sharply across Western Europe by June 26, 2026, catching residents during an unseasonably early summer period. The system is shifting eastward. A Pennsylvania musician performed in a London pub room amid the conditions.
Semaforai8 days ago
Cooley and Legora launch AI platform to help startups handle basic legal tasks
Palo Alto-based law firm Cooley created an AI platform to help startups handle basic legal tasks without a lawyer. Developed with Legora and trained on Cooley data, the tool will first reach Y Combinator's summer batch. Cooley says it extends services to smaller businesses rather…
feeds.arsenal.comsports8 days ago
Poppy Pattinson Extends Contract with London City Lionesses to 2029
The England defender signed a new deal that keeps her at the club through summer 2029. She earned her senior international debut in March while with London City Lionesses after recovering from injury.
uctoday.comworld8 days ago
Rome Airports Suspend New EU Biometric Border Checks
Rome airport operator says it may allow non-EU passengers to skip the new entry-exit system checks this summer to prevent long queues. The decision would affect travelers from the UK and other countries outside the Schengen Area.
thegadgetflow.combusiness9 days ago
UK aviation regulator advises against power banks in hold luggage
The Civil Aviation Authority has reminded passengers to carry lithium battery devices in cabin luggage as the number found in checked bags nearly doubled in a year. Officials cite fire risk as the top aircraft safety concern ahead of the summer holiday period.
Usa Todaybusiness9 days ago
Lake Powell reaches lowest summer level on record
The Colorado River reservoir has fallen to 23.28 percent of capacity entering peak summer demand. Federal projections show continued decline through next spring.
yardbarker.comsports9 days ago
Chicago Bears Partner with Hallmark for 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story'
The Chicago Bears announced a partnership with Hallmark Media on June 25, 2026, to produce a holiday film. Production begins this summer with filming in Chicago locations.
Washington Examinerpolitics9 days ago
Border Patrol staffing hits 21,471 agents, highest since 1924, amid ongoing retention challenges
The total marks the highest staffing level since the agency was created in 1924. Funding from last summer's One Big Beautiful Bill Act supported the increase.
news.google.comworld9 days agoUpdated
Europe Air Conditioning Adoption Rises as Heat Waves Intensify
Sales of residential air conditioning units have surged across Europe amid record summer temperatures. Installations in Britain have doubled in three years while Italy now accounts for one-third of EU air conditioning electricity use.
feeds.arsenal.comsports9 days ago
Freya Godfrey Signs Three-Year Contract Extension with London City Lionesses
The 21-year-old England forward agreed to the extension after scoring six goals and recording four assists in the team's first Women's Super League season. Godfrey joined the club on loan from Arsenal in January 2025 before making the move permanent last summer.
nypost.comworld9 days ago
Japan Passes Bill Setting Speed and Alcohol Limits for Dangerous Driving Charges
Japan's lower house approved legislation Thursday that defines numerical thresholds for charging drivers with dangerous driving causing death or injury. The measure sets speed and alcohol limits and is scheduled to take effect this summer.
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investopedia.combusiness9 days ago
U.S. Refineries Raise Jet Fuel Output and Cut Gasoline Yield by 1.5 Points Each
U.S. refineries reduced gasoline yield by 1.5 percentage points and raised jet fuel yield by the same amount. The change resolved a jet fuel shortage without triggering summer supply problems.
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espn.co.uksports10 days ago
Chelsea Begin Talks to Sign Crystal Palace Defender
Chelsea have opened discussions with Crystal Palace over centre back Maxence Lacroix. The club plans to add one or two defenders this summer depending on player departures.
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rigzone.compolitics10 days ago
Trump Administration Seeks Year-Round E15 Sales Despite Summer Smog Limits
The Trump administration plans to ask Congress to allow year-round sales of E15, a 15 percent ethanol blend normally restricted in summer. The request will accompany a supplemental funding measure sent to lawmakers this week.
finance.yahoo.combusiness10 days ago
Octopus Energy to Pay Customers 52 Pence per Kilowatt Hour Reduced in 24 June Saving Session
Octopus Energy is holding a demand-reduction event from 19:30 to 20:30 on 24 June 2026, offering 52p per kWh cut to 1.2 million eligible customers. The session forms part of six summer events run since April amid heatwave-driven demand and plant outages.
New York Postsports10 days ago
Draft night trades set 2026 NBA Rookie of the Year odds
Four players selected in the top four picks opened with odds ranging from +240 to +950. Summer League games in July could alter those lines before the regular season begins.