Sky Three Residence Club in Brooklyn, New York, offers residents a unique quarter-mile running track on its rooftop. The building includes many wellness and lifestyle amenities, such as a large pool, sports courts, fitness center, and other facilities designed to promote health and relaxation.
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Sky Three is located at 532 Neptune Avenue, near Coney Island in Brooklyn.
It has the only rooftop residential running track in New York City, about a quarter-mile long.
The running track is five floors above street level, providing a quieter environment.
Amenities include Brooklyn’s largest residential pool, pickleball and basketball courts, a yoga studio, saunas, and a massage room.
Other features are an arts and crafts studio, outdoor playground, coffee shop, pet spa, bicycle storage, and parking with 150 electric vehicle chargers.
The building opened in November 2025.
The developer is Cammeby's International, which aims to integrate wellness into daily life.
Similar wellness-focused residences are being built, but none have a rooftop running track like Sky Three.
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Axel Rudakubana, who was sentenced to life in prison for killing three children in Southport, has been moved from a high-security prison to a psychiatric hospital. Families of his victims and prison officers say this move might be an attempt to manipulate the system, although his minimum 52-year sentence remains unchanged.
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Axel Rudakubana was jailed for life in January 2023 with a minimum of 52 years for murdering three children.
He was transferred from Belmarsh prison, a high-security prison, to Broadmoor, a high-security psychiatric hospital.
The transfer occurred because it was decided he could not be safely managed in a prison.
Broadmoor hospital has strict security, including locked wards and 24-hour monitoring.
Families of the victims and prison officers believe Rudakubana is trying to manipulate the legal system with this change.
Rudakubana had previously been treated as a mental health patient and was linked to counter-extremism efforts, but no clear violent ideology was found.
The 1983 Mental Health Act allows for his return to prison if hospital treatment is no longer needed.
Rudakubana also attacked other children and adults and was found guilty of possessing dangerous materials and terrorism-related items.
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Volkswagen reported a big drop in profits and lowered its sales forecast because car sales in China have fallen sharply. To deal with this, Volkswagen plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs, mostly in office positions, and reduce the number of car models it makes.
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Volkswagen expects car sales to drop by up to 3% this year, reversing an earlier forecast of a 3% increase.
Sales in China have fallen by more than 31% in the first half of the year.
The company's operating profit fell by 9.5% to €3.5 billion in the second quarter.
Volkswagen plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs worldwide, mainly in administrative roles.
The company aims to reduce the number of car models it produces by up to half.
Volkswagen faces strong competition from cheaper Chinese carmakers, who are also exporting more cars to Europe.
Volkswagen employs more than 650,000 people across brands like Audi, Porsche, and Bentley.
The company is undergoing a major restructuring to become more efficient and competitive despite possible union resistance.
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A South African court has temporarily stopped a parliamentary inquiry that could lead to President Cyril Ramaphosa's impeachment over a 2020 theft at his private farm. The court ruling pauses the process until a related legal case, challenging the inquiry panel's findings, is decided in September.
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In 2020, thieves stole about $580,000 in cash hidden in a sofa on Ramaphosa's farm in Limpopo province.
The theft became public in 2022 when a former spy chief accused Ramaphosa of hiding the incident from authorities.
An independent panel suggested Ramaphosa might face charges related to the theft and possible law violations.
Parliament initially blocked an impeachment inquiry but was forced to reconsider after the Constitutional Court ruled Parliament acted unlawfully.
Ramaphosa argues the panel misunderstood its role and misjudged the evidence against him.
A Western Cape judge suspended the impeachment hearings until Ramaphosa's challenge to the panel's findings is resolved.
Ramaphosa’s political party, the African National Congress, no longer holds a majority and governs in coalition after recent elections.
The president claims the stolen cash came from selling buffaloes and respects the court's recent decision to halt the inquiry.
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President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on imports from more than 80 countries, citing their failure to stop forced labor. Some Democrats and even allies of the president have criticized these tariffs, saying they could raise prices and harm Americans.
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The Trump administration imposed new tariffs on goods from over 80 countries due to alleged failures to prevent forced labor.
These tariffs replace a 10% global duty that was set to expire.
Democrats, including Congresswoman Linda Sánchez, argue the tariffs are not a serious effort to combat forced labor and are unevenly applied, especially towards China and Australia.
Congressman Brendan Boyle said the tariffs act like a sales tax and will increase costs for American families.
Some White House insiders privately expressed concern that the tariffs could negatively affect affordability and spending.
Brazil’s government rejected the U.S. claim about forced labor enforcement and called the new 12.5% tariffs unfair.
The tariffs have drawn criticism from both political opponents and some within President Trump’s circle.
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More than two dozen states and the District of Columbia have sued the Trump administration over new rules tied to federal disaster and homeland security funding. The states say the rules force them to change election laws and cooperate with immigration enforcement to get billions in aid, which they argue is illegal.
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The lawsuit was filed in Rhode Island by 24 states plus the District of Columbia.
It challenges FEMA and Department of Homeland Security policies linking funding to election and immigration requirements.
The states say the administration is overstepping its authority by changing state election laws and forcing cooperation with federal immigration agents.
The lawsuit claims these funding conditions violate the Administrative Procedure Act and the Constitution’s rules on federal spending.
The new rules require states to use paper ballots, do manual vote checks, update voter records, and verify citizenship of voters.
States that do not meet these rules risk losing at least 20% of their Homeland Security Grant Program funding.
This funding supports protecting communities from threats like cyberattacks and terrorism.
State officials argue the administration is using emergency and security funding to push political goals about elections and immigration.
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A young adult from Generation Z stopped using most social media platforms for one year, except for LinkedIn and YouTube used for work and study. During this time, they noticed better focus, clearer thinking, and more meaningful personal connections without distractions from social media.
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The author quit Instagram, Facebook, X, Snapchat, and other platforms for 12 months but kept LinkedIn and YouTube.
Many people in their generation spend four or more hours a day on social media.
Early on, the author felt a strong habit of reaching for apps that were deleted.
They did daily activities differently, like going to the gym without headphones and waking up without checking their phone.
Without social media, the author stopped worrying about likes, followers, and views.
Their thinking became clearer and more creative without constant online distractions.
Staying in touch with others required more effort, such as making real phone calls and sending messages.
The author realized social media often leads to passive monitoring of others' lives, not active connection.
Memorable moments, like watching stars in Death Valley, were enjoyed fully without feeling the need to share online.
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The Gironde region near Bordeaux in Southwest France is facing major wildfires again, four years after a big fire hit the area. The region is at high risk because of large pine forests, ongoing drought, and many tourists, which help fires spread quickly.
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The Gironde region around Bordeaux is experiencing major wildfires.
A severe wildfire affected the area four years ago.
The region has many maritime pine trees, which burn easily.
There is a persistent drought making the land dry.
Heavy tourist activity increases fire risk and challenges.
These factors cause fast-moving and hard-to-control wildfires.
Wildfires are a growing problem in Southwest France.
Climate change contributes to hotter, drier conditions increasing fire risk.
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The European Commission said TikTok did not do enough to protect the privacy of children on its app, letting adults see minors’ accounts. This problem could lead to cyberbullying and unwanted contact. TikTok now has a chance to respond before the EU decides on fines or other actions.
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The European Commission found TikTok allowed adults to view the accounts of minors.
This failure to protect privacy exposed children to risks like cyberbullying and unwanted contact.
The EU can issue a non-compliance decision and fine TikTok up to 6% of its yearly revenue.
Earlier, the EU found TikTok’s design features like autoplay and endless scrolling were addictive and harmful to users’ health.
The investigation is part of the EU’s wider effort to regulate large tech companies such as Meta and Apple.
TikTok is a Chinese-owned social media app popular worldwide.
The EU has 27 member countries working together on rules to protect digital privacy and safety.
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President Donald Trump has introduced new tariffs as part of his trade policy during his second term. These import taxes aim to influence the US economy, and there is discussion about how much American households are affected by higher prices due to these tariffs.
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President Trump has implemented additional tariffs on imports during his second term.
Tariffs are taxes on goods coming into the country, meant to protect certain US industries.
The new tariffs have recently taken effect and are in the news.
There is debate about the actual impact of tariffs on US households’ costs, with some estimates suggesting prices have increased by about 1.5%.
The BBC reporter Samira Hussain explains how these tariffs affect the economy and who pays the price.
Tariffs are a tool used to try to meet specific economic or trade goals set by the administration.
It is not yet clear if these tariffs fully achieve their intended objectives.
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Deadly wildfires have been burning in Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia for over a week. Hot weather, dry conditions, and strong winds are making the fires worse and stopping firefighters from controlling the flames.
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Wildfires are active in three North African countries: Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia.
The fires have lasted more than a week.
A heatwave has caused very high temperatures in the region.
Dry weather and strong winds help the fires spread quickly.
Firefighters are having a hard time stopping the fires.
Large areas of forest and land have been burned.
People have been forced to leave their homes because of the fires.
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More than nine months after the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began, two-thirds of people in the Gaza Strip still do not have enough food, according to a recent UN report. The report warns that this situation could get worse unless humanitarian groups can keep working in Gaza with steady funding and safe access.
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A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has been in place for over nine months.
Despite the ceasefire, about two-thirds of Gaza’s population faces severe food shortages.
The United Nations released a report highlighting this ongoing food crisis.
The report says recent progress on food security could be lost without continued help.
Humanitarian agencies need sustained access to Gaza to provide aid effectively.
Adequate funding and stability are necessary to prevent the food crisis from worsening.
Shana Low from the Norwegian Refugee Council discussed the situation from Amman, Jordan.
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A young actress has gained attention online by performing in clothes she found in her grandmother's closet. ABC News reporter Danny New interviewed her about her viral videos.
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The actress uses outfits from her grandmother’s closet for her performances.
Her videos have become popular and are shared widely on social media.
ABC News covered her story with an interview by Danny New.
The article highlights this feel-good story amid other news topics.
The story focuses on creativity and inspiration from family belongings.
The young woman’s performances showcase vintage or older styles of clothing.
The coverage appeared on ABC News and included live streams on other topics.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has started moving parts of the UK government from London to Manchester, naming the initiative Number 10 North. This new office will focus on local growth and devolution, but so far it mainly involves shifting staff without transferring tax or spending powers.
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Andy Burnham became prime minister and began his work by visiting Glasgow, meeting leaders from Scotland and Wales.
Number 10 North is the name given to a new government office being set up in Manchester, at Heron House and later moving to a planned Digital Campus in 2032.
Government departments related to local growth and devolution are moving from London to Manchester under this initiative.
Burnham expects to work from Manchester at least one day a week and has appointed a deputy chief of staff based there.
The project aims to spread economic growth across the UK, not just focus on London.
Critics say Number 10 North currently lacks real financial power because tax and spending control have not been handed over.
Some experts view the move as ambitious but emphasize the need for stronger political leadership and fiscal powers to make it effective.
Burnham has avoided discussions about a second Scottish independence referendum during his early meetings.
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Large wildfires are burning in parts of France and Spain. Authorities are evacuating many people to keep them safe as firefighters work to stop the fires.
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Wildfires are affecting the Gironde region in southwestern France near Bordeaux.
The Cap Ferret peninsula has been evacuated, with many people leaving by boat.
Tens of thousands of people are being moved from areas popular with tourists.
Spanish government has declared a national emergency due to wildfires in several regions.
Firefighters in both countries continue efforts to control the fires.
These wildfires have been ongoing for several days.
The situation has disrupted local communities and emergency responses.
Authorities are closely monitoring the fires to protect lives and property.
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The thymus is an organ under the breastbone that shrinks with age and helps the immune system by producing T cells. New research using AI and medical scans links a healthier thymus to longer life and better cancer treatment, but scientists still need to confirm if keeping the thymus healthy directly causes these benefits.
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The thymus is located beneath the breastbone and is larger in newborns but shrinks starting in childhood.
It produces T cells, which are white blood cells that fight infections and cancer.
The thymus begins shrinking early in life and loses function as people age.
Harvard researchers used AI to study thousands of CT scans and found that healthier thymus tissue is associated with longer life and less heart disease and cancer.
A separate study linked thymus health to better responses to cancer immunotherapy.
People who had their thymus removed had higher risks of death and cancer, but this does not prove the thymus causes better health.
Scientists caution that healthier people may naturally keep a better thymus, so cause and effect are not yet confirmed.
Research is ongoing to see if preserving or restoring the thymus can improve immune health and longevity.
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The Federal Reserve is likely to keep interest rates the same at its July meeting, but rising oil prices have increased chances of a rate hike later this year. Inflation concerns remain because of higher energy costs, and experts are watching for signs of future rate changes.
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The Fed is expected to keep interest rates at 3.5% to 3.75% in the July meeting.
Oil prices recently went above $100 a barrel, raising inflation worries.
Nearly half of Fed policymakers support a rate hike later this year.
The Fed meeting is scheduled for July 29 at 2 p.m. ET, followed by a press conference.
The Fed Chair, Kevin Warsh, plans to give less guidance about future economic outlooks.
The chance of a rate hike next week rose from 12% to 38% recently, according to market predictions.
Experts believe the Fed will likely keep rates steady but see September as a key test for inflation trends.
Rising tensions in the U.S.-Iran conflict could impact inflation and rate decisions.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation, under President Donald Trump’s administration, has removed rules that held transportation agencies responsible for unintentionally discriminatory outcomes. This change means federally funded transportation projects no longer have to be reviewed for fairness regarding their impact on racial minorities, reversing decades of civil rights protections.
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The Department of Transportation will no longer enforce accountability for unintentional discrimination in transportation projects.
Before this change, projects had to be checked for fairness to avoid unfair impacts on racial minorities.
This rollback affects highways, public transit, and aviation projects funded by taxpayer money.
An example from 2009 involved the Oakland BART project, which was investigated and penalized for neglecting neighborhoods of Black and Latino residents.
The previous rules allowed communities to hold agencies accountable for discrimination, even if accidental.
The Trump administration is reversing similar protections across other federally funded programs like housing and employment.
Transportation has historically been central to civil rights struggles, including fights against segregation and for accessibility.
Critics argue that removing these rules removes important tools for protecting equal access to jobs, healthcare, and education.
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President Donald Trump will speak at a rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner after the original event was stopped because of a shooting incident. The smaller event aims to show that violence will not silence a free press, but some journalists criticize it for ignoring the administration’s attacks on the media.
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The original WHCA dinner was halted after an armed man tried to enter and possibly assassinate President Trump.
The dinner has been rescheduled for a smaller event at the Waldorf Astoria, not the usual larger venue.
Organizers and President Trump say holding the dinner is a stand against violence and for free speech.
Eight media groups and over 500 journalists criticized the event, calling it hypocritical due to ongoing press freedom concerns.
These concerns include subpoenas for journalists’ phone records and threats from President Trump to revoke licenses of critical broadcasters.
The attacker was caught, charged with attempted assassination and assaulting a federal officer.
Notable figures like the First Lady, Vice President, and Secretary of State will not attend the rescheduled dinner.
President Trump posted on Truth Social that he has not decided if he will deliver his original speech, which was expected to include critical remarks about the media.
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President Donald Trump accused Canada of causing unhealthy air in the US by not controlling its wildfires and suggested possible tariffs as punishment. Scientists and experts said the wildfires are mainly due to climate change, not poor forest management, and criticized Trump’s comments as inaccurate.
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President Trump said Canadian wildfires are “poisoning” US air and threatened tariffs on Canada.
Trump raised this issue with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during the World Cup final.
Canada has had around 1,000 wildfires burning large areas of mostly remote forests.
Experts say climate change, including hot and dry weather, causes more severe wildfires.
Scientists say Canada’s forest fires are not from poor management, but from forces outside their control.
Some Republican lawmakers supported Trump’s threat to punish Canada.
Many Canadians have been evacuated due to the fires, which have damaged towns and affected air quality in US and Canadian cities.
Climate experts called Trump’s blame “victim-blaming” and said his policies worsen climate change.
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