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The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) does not run elections, count votes, declare winners, or oversee local and state election officials. Its role is separate from the direct management of election processes.
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The EAC is not responsible for conducting elections.
The EAC does not count ballots during elections.
It does not certify or officially declare election winners.
The EAC does not supervise election officials at the state or local level.
State and local authorities handle most election duties.
The EAC provides support and guidance but does not control election outcomes.
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British Sugar plans to close its Cantley sugar factory in Norfolk by February 2027 to improve efficiency and support the UK sugar industry's future. The closure could put over 100 jobs at risk and affect local farmers who supply sugar beet to the plant.
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The Cantley factory is one of four British Sugar factories and has operated for more than 100 years.
British Sugar wants to focus beet processing at three other sites in Wissington, Bury St Edmunds, and Newark.
The company faces challenges like low European sugar prices, high energy costs, and declining sugar demand.
More than 100 employees at Cantley could lose their jobs or be affected.
Local MP Jerome Mayhew called the closure "devastating" and is seeking urgent talks with British Sugar.
Closure may increase transportation costs for Norfolk farmers and harm related businesses.
Cantley factory produces about 130,000 tonnes of sugar annually.
The factory received an £11 million upgrade last year to improve energy efficiency but still faced losses over the past three years.
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A father and son were arrested for kidnapping two workers from the U.S. Forest Service in Northern California. The incident led to a 15-hour standoff before their arrest.
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The kidnapping took place in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest in Northern California.
The suspects are Joseph Charles Henrichsen, aged 49, and his son Phoenix Henrichsen, aged 23.
Both were charged with kidnapping federal employees.
The U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of California announced the charges.
The standoff with law enforcement lasted 15 hours before the suspects were taken into custody.
The victims were employees of the U.S. Forest Service, a government agency that manages national forests.
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A U.S. soldier from North Carolina, Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton, was killed in Iraq during a controlled explosion of a downed attack drone. The incident is being investigated, and nearly 100 American troops have been injured in recent Iranian attacks in the Middle East.
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Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton, age 30, died during a controlled detonation of an attack drone at Erbil Air Base in northern Iraq.
The drone was identified as an Iranian one-way attack drone by U.S. Central Command.
Another U.S. service member was wounded with minor injuries during the same event.
Swinton joined the Army in 2017 and was posthumously promoted to staff sergeant; he will receive several military honors.
Two other U.S. soldiers were killed in an Iranian attack on a base in Jordan, with a third soldier missing.
Nearly 100 U.S. service members have been injured in multiple Iranian attacks on bases across the Middle East since early July 2026.
Most injuries were minor concussions, and 96% of injured personnel have returned to duty.
The violence follows the collapse of a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, with ongoing military strikes by both sides.
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Protesters in Ukraine have demanded that President Volodymyr Zelensky reinstate former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov by Friday after Fedorov was removed during a government reshuffle. Fedorov has declined another government position offered by Zelensky, and demonstrators are also calling for the removal of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi.
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Protests began on July 16 in Kyiv and spread to 16 cities, focusing on the reinstatement of Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister.
Fedorov was dismissed during a government reshuffle that included appointing Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister.
President Zelensky has not clearly explained the reason for Fedorov’s removal.
Protest organizers demand Fedorov’s return and Syrskyi’s removal by the end of the week, with a possible indefinite protest if demands are ignored.
Zelensky offered Fedorov a new role with greater responsibilities, which Fedorov refused.
There are reports Zelensky might replace Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi to change military command style.
Fedorov is popular for advancing military technology and improving defense cooperation.
Experts say disagreements between Fedorov and military leaders can be resolved through coordination by the Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s Staff.
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France plans to pass a law banning children under 15 from using social media. This move follows Australia, which in December introduced a ban for users under 16 on platforms like Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube due to concerns about young people’s health and safety.
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French lawmakers aim to ban social media use for children younger than 15 years old.
The proposed law is expected to be passed on July 21, 2026.
Australia was the first country to implement a social media ban for people under 16 in December 2025.
The platforms affected by these bans include Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube.
The bans respond to worries about how social media affects the health and safety of minors.
If approved, France will be the first European Union country to enforce such a ban.
The decision reflects growing international concern over social media’s impact on young users.
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Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, has sued Eli Lilly for false advertising. Novo Nordisk says Eli Lilly's ads misleadingly claim their weight-loss drugs are better by comparing different drug doses unfairly.
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Novo Nordisk filed a lawsuit in the US against Eli Lilly for false advertising.
Eli Lilly makes weight-loss drugs called Mounjaro and Zepbound.
Novo Nordisk claims Eli Lilly compared its highest drug doses to lower doses of Novo’s drugs, ignoring higher doses Novo offers.
Novo says Eli Lilly’s ads left out important information about the drugs’ effectiveness.
Novo Nordisk wants Eli Lilly to stop running these ads and to run new ads correcting the information.
Novo said if Eli Lilly refuses, it will ask a court to block the ads quickly.
Both companies are competing in the fast-growing US weight-loss drug market, estimated to be worth more than $100 billion by 2030.
Novo emphasized that accurate and current drug information is important for people making health decisions.
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CBS Mornings Deals offers special discounts on various products to help improve daily life. These deals can be found on their website, cbsdeals.com, where CBS earns a commission from purchases.
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CBS Mornings Deals promotes discounted products.
The deals aim to enhance everyday lifestyle.
Discounts are available exclusively through cbsdeals.com.
Customers can visit the website to access these offers.
CBS earns commissions when customers buy products via the site.
The promotion is featured on CBS News and the CBS News app.
The deals cover a range of items for daily use.
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Many people carry credit card debt with high interest rates, which makes it costly to owe money month to month. Experts suggest ways to lower these rates, such as negotiating with credit card companies, transferring balances to cards with lower rates, and carefully choosing new credit cards with better terms.
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The average credit card balance per person is $6,577.
The average credit card interest rate is about 22%.
Lowering your credit card interest rate can reduce the total cost of your debt.
You can call your credit card company and ask to lower your rate, especially if you have a good payment history and credit score.
Asking to speak with the "retention" department can help since they want to keep customers and may offer better rates.
Opening a new balance transfer credit card with a low or 0% promotional rate can save money on interest temporarily.
Balance transfer cards often charge a fee between 3% and 5% of the transferred amount.
It's important to shop around and compare credit card rates and terms before applying for a new card.
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A legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City has caused four deaths and infected 76 people. Officials believe the source, linked to cooling towers in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, has been removed, and no new cases have been reported for over a week.
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Four people have died and 76 have become sick from the outbreak.
The disease source was cooling towers on buildings in the Upper East Side neighborhoods of Carnegie Hill and Yorkville.
Of the 76 sick, 53 were hospitalized and have since been discharged, and 12 are recovering at home.
76 buildings tested positive for the Legionella bacteria, including museums, schools, and apartments.
Building owners were ordered to drain and clean their cooling towers.
The disease spreads by breathing in tiny droplets of water contaminated with bacteria, not from person to person.
No new cases have been reported since July 15, and health officials believe the exposure source is gone.
Officials continue to inspect cooling towers and enforce public health laws strictly.
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Canada has joined a European-led program to develop a new sixth-generation fighter jet, moving away from relying solely on U.S. aircraft. Canada will be an observer in the program, gaining insight into the jet’s development but not making decisions.
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Canada joined the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) as an observer nation.
GCAP is led by the United Kingdom, Japan, and Italy aiming to build a sixth-generation fighter jet.
Sixth-generation jets will be highly advanced, featuring stealth, new electronics, weapons, and drones that assist the main aircraft.
The U.S. is developing its own sixth-generation F-47 jet but plans to sell only less advanced versions abroad.
Concerns exist about U.S. control over jets sold to other countries, including rumors about a remote "kill switch" for F-35s.
Canada has committed to buying 16 F-35s but is still evaluating buying more or mixing them with jets like Sweden’s Gripen.
Canada’s air force works closely with the U.S., especially through the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).
President Trump recently imposed tariffs on Canadian goods amid tensions between the two countries.
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Danish authorities have given advice to tourists on how to behave if they meet a wolf while visiting, including standing still, making eye contact, and showing “maximum resistance” if attacked. Wolves have returned to Denmark after 200 years, mainly in the Jutland peninsula, and tourists are being informed to stay calm and avoid provoking the animals.
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Wolves returned to Denmark in 2012 after a 200-year absence.
About 49 wolves live on the Jutland peninsula now.
Wolf encounters with humans are rare but young wolves near Oksbøl have been seen approaching people.
Tourists are advised to stay still, keep eye contact, and avoid turning their back on wolves.
If a wolf attacks, people should use "maximum resistance" like hitting or using blunt objects.
Flyers with this advice are distributed in Danish, English, and German at tourist spots.
Wolves are protected under EU law.
Officials stress not to approach wolves or leave food to prevent wolves getting used to people.
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Southeast Asian nations voiced strong concern about the effects of blockades in key Middle Eastern sea routes, which disrupt trade and energy supplies. At the ASEAN summit in the Philippines, regional leaders and global partners discussed ways to cope with the impact of the US-Israel war on Iran, including energy sharing plans and regional security issues.
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ASEAN foreign ministers expressed worry about blockades affecting major maritime trade routes in the Middle East.
The US-Israel war on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted global trade and energy supplies.
Southeast Asia relies heavily on oil imports from Gulf countries, making the region vulnerable to supply limits.
ASEAN nations are considering an oil-sharing plan to reduce the war’s impact on energy availability.
Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis announced a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, risking further energy supply problems.
The ASEAN summit includes diplomats from the US, Russia, and China, highlighting its international importance.
The war has caused higher oil and gas prices in Southeast Asia, harming manufacturing and exports.
Other summit topics include Myanmar’s ongoing civil war and territorial tensions in the South China Sea between ASEAN countries and China.
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Heatwaves cause serious health risks and also hurt the global economy. They reduce worker productivity, destroy crops, and interrupt various industries, leading to financial losses.
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Heatwaves pose direct dangers to people's health.
They lower the amount of work that people can do.
Crops get damaged from extreme heat, affecting food supply.
Many industries face interruptions during heatwaves.
These effects combined lead to large economic costs worldwide.
The article was published on July 21, 2026.
Yasmeen ElTahan from Al Jazeera explained the economic impact of heatwaves.
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Andy Burnham became the new prime minister of the United Kingdom on July 21, 2026. He started his government by cutting taxes on energy bills to help with living costs and formed a cabinet with many new members, showing a shift to the left in politics.
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Andy Burnham took office as the UK prime minister on July 21, 2026.
On his first full day, he announced a tax cut on energy bills.
The tax cut aims to reduce the cost of living for people in the UK.
Burnham appointed many new cabinet ministers.
Most cabinet members supporting the previous leader, Keir Starmer, were replaced.
This change indicates the government is moving towards more left-wing policies.
Burnham supports closer ties with the European Union and wants the UK to rejoin the single market.
The new government has received both hopes for change and some criticism.
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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of Medicare and Medicaid Services, spoke about the Trump administration’s work to stop fraud in federal healthcare programs. Their remarks focused on efforts to reduce cheating and waste in programs like Medicare.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Dr. Mehmet Oz is the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
They spoke about actions taken during President Trump’s administration.
The main goal is to fight fraud in federal healthcare programs.
Programs targeted include Medicare and Medicaid.
Preventing fraud helps save money and improve healthcare services.
The event took place on a Tuesday morning.
Combating healthcare fraud is a priority for the current administration.
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A man named Joshua Kerry is charged with murdering Ann Widdecombe, a former British MP and Reform UK spokesperson, by hitting her on the head with a hammer at her home in Devon. Police are investigating possible political or terrorism links to the case, and Kerry has been remanded in custody while awaiting trial.
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Ann Widdecombe, aged 78, was found dead at her home on July 9 with head injuries from blunt force trauma.
Joshua Kerry, 28, was arrested on July 11 and charged with her murder.
Kerry was linked to a red car seen near Widdecombe’s home before her death.
The case is being investigated by counter-terrorism officers for possible political or terror motives.
Kerry was re-arrested on suspicion of terrorism-related offenses during the investigation.
An inquest into Widdecombe’s death began but was paused until criminal proceedings conclude.
Widdecombe was a Conservative MP from 1987 to 2010, later joining the Brexit Party and Reform UK.
The court remanded Kerry in custody, and he will appear at the Old Bailey court.
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Israel and Lebanon are testing "safe zones" in southern Lebanon as part of a new agreement. These zones give control of three Lebanese villages to the Lebanese Army while Israel seeks the disarmament of Hezbollah, a militia backed by Iran.
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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun visited Washington to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Israeli forces are occupying parts of southern Lebanon following attacks by Hezbollah on northern Israel.
Israel wants Hezbollah to disarm before it pulls back its forces.
The Lebanese army likely cannot disarm Hezbollah on its own.
Israel started a pilot program creating safe zones in southern Lebanon.
Control of three Lebanese villages was handed to the Lebanese Army as part of this program.
This move aims to help Lebanon take back authority in the area.
Hezbollah is an Iran-backed militia involved in conflict between Israel and Lebanon.
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Adeel Khan was found guilty of helping Daniel Khalife escape from prison and providing money after his escape. Khalife had escaped from HMP Wandsworth while awaiting trial for spying and was later sentenced to over 14 years in prison. Another man, Imran Chowdhury, was cleared of charges related to helping Khalife.
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Daniel Khalife escaped from HMP Wandsworth in September 2023 by hiding under a food delivery truck.
Khalife was awaiting trial on spying charges connected to Iran.
Adeel Khan, who worked with Khalife in the prison kitchen, helped him while on the run and supplied money.
Khan’s name and contact details were found in a diary carried by Khalife when arrested.
Khalife made phone calls to Khan using illegal mobile phones after escaping.
Imran Chowdhury withdrew £400 and met Khalife, but was found not guilty of aiding his escape.
Khan communicated with Chowdhury’s girlfriend to transfer money for Khalife.
Khan was found guilty and will be sentenced on 4 September; he remains in custody.
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A federal appeals court rejected President Biden’s request to stop the release of audio recordings and transcripts of interviews he gave to a memoir ghostwriter before he became president. The court said the public’s right to see the material is more important than Biden’s privacy, though some parts will be redacted to protect personal details.
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The recordings are from interviews Biden gave at home in 2016 and 2017 while working on two memoirs.
Biden’s lawyers said the interviews were personal and meant to stay private.
Special Counsel Robert Hur got the recordings during an investigation into Biden’s handling of classified documents.
Republicans pushed for the release after no charges were filed against Biden.
Biden sued to block the Justice Department from releasing the recordings to Congress and a conservative group.
A lower court ruled the public interest outweighed Biden’s privacy rights.
The appeals court majority agreed, allowing release with some redactions to protect privacy.
One judge appointed by Biden disagreed, arguing Biden’s privacy should be protected since no charges were filed.
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