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Senate Republicans are considering using a third reconciliation bill to fund the Pentagon’s weapons supplies if the regular budget process fails. President Trump is urging House Republicans to support a budget resolution that would allow this plan, while senators remain divided on using reconciliation.
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Senate Republicans see reconciliation 3.0 as a backup plan to fund defense.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to pass a rule, a short-term funding bill, and a budget resolution to enable reconciliation.
President Trump called on House Republicans to vote yes on the budget resolution.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will testify about the need for extra funding to replenish weapons.
Senate Republicans have mixed views; some oppose more reconciliation bills.
The White House expects Congress to pass a temporary spending bill to avoid a government shutdown.
Some senators want more defense funding or require that new spending be offset by cuts elsewhere.
The House plan proposes about $60 billion to replace munitions used in actions against Iran.
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President Donald Trump will impose new 50% tariffs on many Canadian goods in 30 days. He says Canada is treating U.S. alcohol, cars, and dairy products unfairly, and this move responds to those concerns.
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The new tariffs apply to goods like wine, hockey sticks, and cement.
These tariffs use a less common law called Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930.
Energy products, potash, and items already under other tariffs are not affected.
The tariffs impact products covered by the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
The White House says Canada and China retaliated against previous U.S. tariffs last year.
Canada has stopped buying U.S. alcohol and given more access to dairy from the European Union.
Canada has limited U.S. vehicle exports in response to previous U.S. tariff threats.
This new action may strain trade relations with Canada, the U.S.’s second-largest trading partner.
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The United States has conducted air strikes against Iran for ten nights in a row, targeting Iranian military sites linked to attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it launched missiles at US forces in Kuwait in response, while US President Donald Trump warned of stronger retaliation for Iranian attacks on American personnel and ships.
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The US conducted ten consecutive nights of strikes on Iranian military locations.
Targets included sites in Sirik, Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island, and Isfahan.
US Central Command said the strikes aim to reduce Iran’s ability to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it fired missiles at US HIMARS missile systems at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait.
Two Greek-owned oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Another tanker was hit near the Omani port of Limah.
Two US soldiers died and one went missing after an Iranian missile hit a military site in Jordan. Another US soldier was killed in northern Iraq.
The Yemen-based Houthi militia, supported by Iran, announced a blockade on Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about renewed conflict and risks to Red Sea shipping.
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Andrew Arrabaca, a 43-year-old U.S. Army veteran, was arrested after reportedly setting off fireworks and starting a fire outside a federal building in New York City. The incident happened on a Monday, and authorities have taken him into custody.
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The suspect's name is Andrew Arrabaca.
He is 43 years old.
He is a U.S. Army veteran.
The event occurred outside a federal building in New York City.
He allegedly set off fireworks.
He also ignited a fire.
Law enforcement arrested him on the same day.
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Tropical Storm Bertha formed in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to the Gulf Coast. The storm is moving slowly and will affect areas from Florida to eastern Texas with possible flooding and storm surge.
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Tropical Storm Bertha formed from Tropical Depression Two on Monday.
It is located south of the Florida Panhandle with winds of 40 mph.
The storm is moving west-northwest at about 3 mph.
A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect from the Ochlockonee River in Florida to the Louisiana border.
A Storm Surge Watch is in effect from the Alabama/Florida border to the mouth of the Mississippi River.
Rainfall could reach up to 8 inches, causing flash flooding in parts of Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
The storm could cause water to rise up to 4 feet along some Gulf Coast areas.
Bertha follows the season’s first storm, Tropical Storm Arthur, which hit the Texas Gulf Coast in June.
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Bumblebee numbers in the UK are dropping because heatwaves cause them to overheat and reduce their food supply. Data from 2022 showed big population decreases after record high temperatures, and experts say planting more flowers can help bumblebees survive.
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UK bumblebees struggle to fly and stay alive when temperatures reach about 28C to 32C.
Their thick fur and round bodies make it hard for them to cool down during heatwaves.
In 2022, after record heatwaves with temperatures over 40C, populations of common bumblebee species dropped by 20% to 35%.
Bumblebees need nectar and pollen from flowers to feed their colonies, but drought and heat dry up flowers.
If bumblebees cannot find enough food, their colonies grow weaker and produce fewer new queens.
Climate change is causing more frequent and severe heatwaves in the UK.
Conservation efforts include planting more flower-rich habitats to provide food for bumblebees.
Small areas, like pots of native wildflowers at homes, can help bumblebees survive heat and food shortages.
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The U.S. military has named two soldiers who died in an Iranian attack on a U.S. base in Jordan. They are 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales.
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Two U.S. troops were killed during an Iranian strike on a U.S. base in Jordan.
The soldiers' names are 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, from Hawaii, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, from Texas.
The Pentagon confirmed the identities of the soldiers.
The attack involved Iranian forces targeting the base.
President Donald Trump responded to the incident.
The report was covered by CBS News journalists Charlie D'Agata and Weijia Jiang.
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Sylvia Bugg, a senior programming executive at PBS, has passed away unexpectedly at age 55. She held key leadership roles managing general audience programming and supported the News Hour team.
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Sylvia Bugg worked at PBS as chief programming executive.
She was also general manager for general audience programming.
She supported the PBS News Hour team.
Bugg died unexpectedly during the recent weekend.
She was 55 years old at the time of her death.
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A small yellow plane crashed into a house in Fort Bend County, Texas, while the pilot was trying to land at a nearby private airstrip. The pilot survived and only had minor injuries.
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The plane was small and bright yellow.
The crash happened in Fort Bend County, Texas.
The pilot was trying to land at a private airstrip close to the crash site.
The plane hit a home during the crash.
The pilot survived the accident.
The injuries of the pilot were minor.
Authorities provided the information about the crash.
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The article discusses deep social and political divisions in Britain, focusing on differences in values between progressives and social conservatives. It mentions new Prime Minister Andy Burnham's call for unity by encouraging people to focus on pride in their local areas instead of political parties.
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Britain has long had social class divisions, but these have become more complex as fewer traditional working-class jobs remain and more young people attend university.
The current major divide is between progressives and social conservatives, often linked to age and education differences.
This divide fuels intense disagreements about topics like immigration, patriotism, and social values.
Some people on both sides see the opposing views as a threat to their vision of society.
Andy Burnham, as the new prime minister, urges people to unite by focusing on their local communities rather than party labels.
A recent report warned that social bonds and a shared sense of belonging in the UK are weakening.
Research conducted by More in Common shows the cultural and value-based divisions people experience in Great Britain.
The article compares fears of civil conflict in Britain to similar concerns in the United States.
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A ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana, killing at least 27 people and leaving 83 missing. Rescue teams, including local fishermen and help from the French army, are searching a large area for survivors after the MV Barima overturned during a trip from Georgetown to the Essequibo region.
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The MV Barima ferry capsized Saturday night while traveling from Georgetown to the Essequibo region.
At least 27 people have died and 83 are still missing as of Monday.
Sixty-nine passengers have been rescued so far.
Authorities now believe 179 people were on board, more than the original count of 133.
The search area was increased from 400 to 1,070 square kilometers to find missing people.
French military divers and medical personnel from nearby French Guiana are helping in the search.
Two crew members tested positive for marijuana, and an investigation is ongoing.
The ferry was built in 1939, and the journey usually involves traveling by sea before entering a river to reach remote areas.
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Arizona held primary elections where Republicans chose their candidate to run against Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in November. Voters also decided candidates for U.S. House seats and various state and local offices.
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Arizona Republicans picked a nominee in the primary to challenge Governor Katie Hobbs.
The governor's race is seen as a key chance for Republicans to win a seat in a midterm election.
Arizona voters also selected candidates for U.S. House seats and local offices.
Historically, the party in the White House often loses seats in midterm elections.
The winner of the governor’s race could influence the 2028 presidential campaign.
Arizona is considered an important battleground state in national elections.
Katie Hobbs is one of few Democratic governors in states carried by President Donald Trump in 2024 facing a tough re-election.
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Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has asked Israel to immediately free Palestinian healthcare workers who are imprisoned. MSF and other groups say these workers face harsh treatment, including torture, and many are held without a fair trial.
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MSF demands Israel release Palestinian healthcare workers held in prison.
Many detained healthcare workers face poor conditions and alleged torture.
Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, a hospital director, has been in solitary confinement and reportedly tortured for over 1.5 years.
Over 50 health workers, including 15 doctors, are currently imprisoned by Israel.
Since October 7, 2023, around 446 Palestinian healthcare workers have been detained unlawfully by Israeli forces.
Six healthcare workers have died in detention, with their bodies still held by Israel.
UN groups have called for the release of detained medical personnel, including Dr. Abu Safia.
Israel labels some detained doctors as “unlawful combatants” and holds them without trial.
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Over one weekend, nine separate mass shootings happened in eight U.S. states, resulting in nine deaths and around 60 injuries. The shootings took place in various public places like restaurants, parks, and nightclub parking lots, and police are investigating the incidents.
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Nine mass shootings occurred in Colorado, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Arizona, Tennessee, and two in Minnesota.
The total casualties were nine dead and about 60 injured.
In Denver, a shooting in a nightclub parking lot left one person dead and eight injured; police found evidence of at least two guns fired.
In Oklahoma City, a shootout at a restaurant during a party killed two and injured three; the restaurant had security screenings but firearms were brought in.
At a park in Jackson, Tennessee, 12 people were shot, with three dead; authorities suspect gang involvement.
Police have collected surveillance footage and are investigating all shootings to identify suspects.
No arrests have been made yet in these cases.
Officials are examining possible connections, such as earlier conflicts between groups before some shootings.
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A record 9.5 million federal student loan borrowers are in default, nearly double the number from mid-2025, as pandemic payment pauses ended and repayment changes took effect under President Trump’s administration. Default can cause serious financial problems, but borrowers have options like loan rehabilitation or consolidation to resolve default status.
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About 9.5 million federal student loan borrowers are currently in default, nearly one in five borrowers.
The default rate increased sharply after COVID-era payment pauses ended.
Default means a borrower missed payments for at least 270 days.
Consequences of default include damaged credit, wage garnishment, and withheld tax refunds.
The Trump administration reduced repayment options, leading to some borrowers facing higher monthly payments.
Simply resuming payments does not fix default; borrowers must complete rehabilitation, consolidation, or get a discharge.
Loan rehabilitation involves making income-based payments to remove default status.
Loan consolidation can also resolve default by combining loans into a new one with repayment plans.
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Almost 7,000 people in the United States may have been infected with a parasite called Cyclospora, which can cause severe diarrhea. Health officials have warned about this illness, and some shoppers in Washington DC are changing what they eat because of it.
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The parasite involved is Cyclospora, which causes a type of foodborne illness.
Nearly 7,000 people in the US might be infected.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking the outbreak.
Cyclospora infection leads to symptoms like explosive diarrhea.
Some shoppers in Washington DC are aware of the outbreak and are adjusting their food choices.
The parasite spreads through contaminated food or water.
Public health reports are encouraging people to be careful with their food hygiene.
No specific source of the outbreak is mentioned in the article.
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A 28-year-old man named Joshua Kerry has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a UK politician and former government minister. Widdecombe was found dead at her home in southwest England, and police are investigating whether the attack was politically motivated.
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Joshua Kerry was charged with murder and is set to appear in a London court.
Ann Widdecombe, aged 78, was found dead near Dartmoor National Park on July 9.
Police believe Widdecombe was deliberately targeted but have not revealed the cause of death.
Kerry was arrested on July 11 and also faces additional terror-related charges.
Authorities are still trying to understand the exact motive behind the attack.
Widdecombe was a Conservative MP from 1987 to 2010 and later joined Reform UK.
The UK has seen political violence before, including the murders of MPs Jo Cox in 2016 and David Amess in 2021.
National counterterrorism officials are leading the investigation to determine if political motives played a role.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine will testify before the Senate about the White House’s request for extra funding following a recent escalation in conflicts with Iran that resulted in the deaths of three U.S. service members. They will discuss the situation and the need for additional resources.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine are testifying before the Senate.
The testimony is about the White House’s supplemental funding request.
The request follows a recent increase in conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Three U.S. service members were killed in the escalation.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rolling is also expected to testify.
The hearings are taking place on a Tuesday.
The situation relates to ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions.
The funding aims to support U.S. efforts linked to this conflict.
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Andy Burnham has started choosing members for his new cabinet after becoming Prime Minister. Some important appointments include Ed Miliband as Foreign Secretary and Angela Rayner as Housing Secretary.
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Andy Burnham became Prime Minister after Sir Keir Starmer resigned.
Ed Miliband has been appointed as the new Foreign Secretary.
Shabana Mahmood continues as Home Secretary.
Angela Rayner, former Labour Deputy Leader, is now Housing Secretary.
The cabinet appointments are part of building the new government team.
This change is happening within the UK Labour Party leadership.
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