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Taylor Farms recalled iceberg lettuce linked to a large outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite causing severe diarrhea. The outbreak has sickened over 5,000 people, much higher than normal, and Taylor Farms is a major supplier of lettuce in the U.S.
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Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause diarrhea lasting days or weeks.
Over 5,000 cases of cyclospora have been reported in the current outbreak, compared to the usual 200-1,000 per year.
Taylor Farms recalled iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after it was linked to some Taco Bell restaurants.
The company employs 25,000 people and had $6 billion in revenue in 2022.
Taylor Farms supplies lettuce to big retailers like Walmart, Costco, and restaurant chains including McDonald’s and Taco Bell.
The FDA initially found contaminated lettuce but later said the positive test was a false alarm.
Despite the false positive, the FDA continues to investigate and supports the ongoing recall.
Cyclospora testing is more complicated than for other pathogens like E. coli or Salmonella.
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President Donald Trump said Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested in the United States, rejecting a threat from New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani had suggested he might arrest Netanyahu if he visits New York for the United Nations meeting because of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant.
Key Facts
President Trump stated Netanyahu will not be arrested in the US “in any way, shape, or form.”
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he might arrest Netanyahu if he attends the UN General Assembly in New York in September.
Mamdani referred to an ICC arrest warrant issued in 2024 charging Netanyahu with war crimes related to Gaza.
Mamdani is unsure if he has legal power to order Netanyahu’s arrest and is consulting the city’s Law Department.
Netanyahu usually visits New York each year for the UN meeting.
Israel and the US are not members of the ICC and reject its authority over them.
The Trump administration has taken actions to limit the ICC’s power, including sanctions on officials involved in investigations of Israel.
Israel called the ICC a “kangaroo court” and disputed the arrest warrant as fake, accusing Mamdani of trying to distract from other issues.
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The Pentagon reported that since the U.S. military started ongoing attacks on Iran in July, nearly 100 American service members have been injured. Most of these injured troops—96 percent—have recovered enough to return to their duties.
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Nearly 100 U.S. service members were injured after the U.S. began attacks on Iran in July.
The Pentagon confirmed these injuries on Monday.
96 percent of the injured troops have returned to work.
The Pentagon spokesperson said the soldiers are eager to continue their missions.
The attacks on Iran have been continuous since they started earlier this month.
The information comes from the chief Pentagon spokesperson, Sean Parnell.
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Rep. Nancy Mace from South Carolina announced that she will not run for the U.S. Senate seat left open by the late Senator Lindsey Graham. She said she has important work to finish in the House of Representatives.
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Nancy Mace is a Republican Representative from South Carolina.
Senator Lindsey Graham, also a Republican from South Carolina, passed away.
The Senate seat for South Carolina is now open.
Nancy Mace decided not to run for this Senate seat.
She prefers to focus on her current role in the House of Representatives.
She said she is not avoiding challenges but wants to complete her work as a Representative.
Mace made the announcement on a Monday.
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Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) gave two young female staffers personalized handguns as gifts while they worked in his office in 2024. These gifts and other personal gestures are part of an investigation by the House Ethics Committee into allegations of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment.
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Edwards gave two young female staffers a blue and a pink handgun, each personalized, in North Carolina.
One staffer accepted the gun awkwardly out of fear but later legally got rid of it.
Edwards was a licensed firearm dealer until November 2024 and previously owned a gun business in North Carolina.
He says he taught some staff how to handle guns and gave them firearms as part of teaching safety and self-defense.
Other unusual attention reportedly included handwritten letters, gifts, drinking outings, casino trips, and promotions for the two female staffers.
Edwards organized a surprise musical performance for one staffer’s birthday in Washington, D.C., which embarrassed her because she did not expect it.
Edwards denied wrongdoing regarding these allegations.
During the 2025 government shutdown, Edwards vacationed in Las Vegas with one of the staffers after she left his office.
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A new bill called the Precision Oncology Program for Cancer of the Prostate (POPCaP) Authorization Act was introduced to expand and permanently authorize a VA program that provides specialized prostate cancer care for veterans. The bill would create seven new Centers of Excellence within VA medical centers to improve access to advanced treatments and clinical trials for veterans, especially those living in rural areas.
Key Facts
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among U.S. veterans, with about 15,000 new cases each year.
Veterans are twice as likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer compared to non-veterans.
The POPCaP Authorization Act aims to make the VA’s precision oncology program permanent and expand it.
The bill would create seven new Centers of Excellence dedicated to prostate cancer care within the VA health system.
The program uses precision oncology, which tailors treatment based on the veteran’s and tumor’s genetic information.
Veterans enrolled in the program can access genetic testing, counseling, targeted therapies, and clinical trials.
The bill requests $15 million in funding, which some experts say may be too low for the needs of all VA prostate cancer centers.
The goal is to provide equal access to advanced cancer care for veterans in rural areas and urban centers.
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Catholic bishops have asked President Donald Trump's administration to change a proposed federal rule that would expand insurance coverage for fertility treatments, including in vitro fertilization (IVF). The bishops oppose including IVF in the coverage because it conflicts with Catholic teachings, while the Trump administration supports expanding access to fertility treatments to help families.
Key Facts
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) formally opposed parts of a federal rule expanding fertility treatment coverage.
The bishops say IVF conflicts with Catholic beliefs because it separates conception from marriage and often involves freezing or discarding embryos.
The bishops argue IVF does not cure infertility but bypasses it, and they prefer treatments that address underlying medical issues.
President Trump supports expanding access to fertility treatments as part of efforts to address low birth rates in the U.S.
The Trump administration aims to address infertility through various approaches, including diet and reducing chemical exposure, before IVF.
The bishops support coverage for diagnostic tests and treatments that try to restore natural fertility but want IVF excluded.
Catholics were a significant part of President Trump’s 2024 electoral coalition, highlighting a clash between the administration and some religious leaders.
A White House spokesperson emphasized the administration's commitment to helping families struggling with infertility.
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The Houthis, a militant group in Yemen supported by Iran, announced a blockade against Saudi Arabia. This move increases tensions in the Red Sea, but the group did not give details about the blockade.
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The Houthis are a Yemen-based militant group backed by Iran.
They declared a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia.
The announcement was made on a Monday.
No details were provided on how the blockade will work or what it targets.
The Red Sea is a key area for shipping and regional security.
This action could raise tensions between Yemen and Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia and Yemen have been involved in conflict for several years.
The blockade may affect trade and movement through the Red Sea region.
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Senator Darline Graham Nordone announced she will run in the Republican race to fill her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate seat in South Carolina. President Donald Trump has given her his endorsement, and the special election primary will be held on August 11.
Key Facts
Nordone was appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to temporarily fill the Senate seat after Lindsey Graham's death.
She has never held public office before and previously worked helping people with disabilities find jobs.
President Trump endorsed Nordone last week, which supports her campaign.
The filing period for candidates closes on July 28.
Other Republicans joining the race include Representatives Ralph Norman and Russell Fry.
Representative Nancy Mace decided not to run after considering a bid.
The Republican primary winner will face Democrat Annie Andrews in the November general election.
The winner of the November election will serve a full six-year Senate term.
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Hamas has chosen Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader. People in Gaza have different opinions about what this change means for politics and the ongoing humanitarian problems in the area.
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Khalil al-Hayya was elected as the new leader of Hamas.
The leadership change has political significance for some Gaza residents.
Others are unsure if the new leader will affect the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Reactions from Gaza residents vary widely on the impact of this election.
Hamas is a Palestinian political and militant group controlling Gaza.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza involves shortages of food, medicine, and basic needs.
Leadership changes in groups like Hamas can influence local and regional political situations.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to a large missile attack by Russia by striking Russian oil facilities near Moscow. He also faces a political crisis at home after firing the defense minister, which has caused protests.
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Russia launched a major ballistic missile attack on Ukraine recently.
Ukraine has been hit by more ballistic missiles in July than it normally produces.
In response, Ukraine attacked Russian oil facilities in the Moscow region.
President Zelenskyy dismissed Ukraine's defense minister.
The firing of the defense minister led to protests within Ukraine.
This internal political crisis may affect Ukraine's leadership stability.
Experts discuss how this situation might benefit Russia.
The article includes analysis from security and international relations specialists.
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Democrat Annie Andrews is running for the U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina after the death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. Lindsey Graham's sister, Senator Darline Graham, was appointed as a temporary replacement and announced she will run for a full term with President Donald Trump's support.
Key Facts
Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator, died on July 11, 2024.
Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, as a temporary senator.
Darline Graham announced she will seek a full six-year Senate term, backed by President Donald Trump.
This created an open seat, leading to a Republican special primary on August 11, with a possible runoff on August 25.
Annie Andrews, a Democrat, believes the Republican scramble helps her build support among independents and moderate voters.
South Carolina has not elected a Democratic senator since 1998 and generally favors Republicans.
Polls and political experts say the state remains strongly Republican, making it likely that the GOP will keep the seat.
The outcome of the Republican primary may have a major impact on Andrews’ chances in the general election.
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Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega announced that his country will stop holding elections, saying this will prevent opposition groups, which he claims are controlled by the United States, from trying to take power. Ortega has ruled since 2007 and has been criticized internationally for limiting political opposition and human rights abuses.
Key Facts
President Ortega said Nicaragua will no longer hold elections to block opposition parties.
Ortega has been in power since 2007 after contested elections.
He claims opposition groups are backed by the United States and will no longer regain power.
The 2021 election was disputed due to government crackdowns and arrests of opponents.
In 2023, Ortega’s presidential term was extended to six years, and his wife was named co-president.
The UN Human Rights Council accuses Ortega’s government of human rights abuses, including detentions and torture.
In 2018, over 300 people died during government crackdowns on protests.
Ortega has removed citizenship from hundreds of people and caused many to flee the country.
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Student loan defaults in the United States have reached their highest levels as loan payments resumed after a pause during the COVID-19 pandemic. About 9.5 million borrowers, or 20%, are now more than nine months behind on their federal student loan payments.
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Student loan defaults have increased sharply across the U.S.
Payments were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic to help borrowers.
The pause on payments has ended, causing many to fall behind.
Approximately 9.5 million borrowers are currently in default.
Being in default means not paying the loan for over nine months.
One in five federal student loan borrowers are affected.
This is the highest default rate recorded in recent history.
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A man was arrested for setting off a fire device outside an immigration court in New York City. The building includes federal offices like the FBI and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
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The incident happened outside an immigration court building in New York City.
The man set off an incendiary device, which is a device that can start fires.
The building contains several federal offices, including the FBI and ICE.
Police arrested the man soon after the device was set off.
No information was given about injuries or damage.
The event involved federal law enforcement agencies.
The investigation is ongoing.
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Senator Darline Graham, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, announced she will run for a full Senate term in South Carolina. She was appointed to serve the remainder of her brother's term and has received an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
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Darline Graham is currently serving the rest of her brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term after being appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster.
She confirmed in a Fox News interview that she will run for a full six-year Senate term in the upcoming election.
President Donald Trump has endorsed her candidacy, saying she would best honor Lindsey Graham’s legacy.
Lindsey Graham passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2026, at age 71.
The special Republican primary to choose a candidate for the full term will be held on August 11, 2026.
Other candidates in the Republican primary include Representatives Ralph Norman and Russell Fry, and businessman Mark Lynch.
Darline Graham has nearly 30 years of experience working in state roles, including with people with disabilities.
Filing for the primary candidates opens July 21 and closes July 28, 2026.
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The article discusses the ongoing debate in the United States about how power and wealth should be shared. It compares the ideas of socialism, which supports central control and wealth redistribution, with federalism, which favors sharing power among states and individuals. It also highlights recent economic and migration trends showing people and businesses moving from higher-tax states to lower-tax states.
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George Bernard Shaw supported income redistribution and central planning in the early 20th century.
G.K. Chesterton argued for property rights and decentralizing political power to prevent tyranny.
The debate about central control versus decentralized power continues in the U.S. today.
Democratic socialists have won some political races in cities, but federalist states have had more consistent economic success.
ALEC’s report shows red states with lower taxes and fewer regulations attract more people and businesses.
States like Utah rank high in economic performance; states like New York and New Jersey rank low.
JPMorgan Chase has reduced its workforce in New York City while expanding in Texas.
U-Haul reports Texas as the top state for population growth, while California experiences significant out-migration.
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said he has had no contact from Senator Mitch McConnell or his staff about McConnell’s health. McConnell has been absent from the Senate for some time, and his health has raised questions because he has not appeared publicly or given updates.
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Governor Andy Beshear has not received any information from Senator McConnell or his office about McConnell’s health.
McConnell, 84 years old, has been a U.S. Senator from Kentucky since 1985.
McConnell served as Senate Republican leader for nearly 20 years but stepped down earlier this year.
McConnell showed signs of health problems in 2023, including moments where he appeared to freeze during speeches.
McConnell has not appeared publicly recently and has not made statements about his health.
His office has given only limited updates about his condition.
McConnell has not indicated he will resign and still remains in Washington.
The senator’s extended absence has led to calls for more transparency about his ability to serve.
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Five people drowned in the Scioto River near Powell, Ohio after trying to help someone struggling in the water. A child who ran for help was found safe and is now with family services.
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The incident happened on Sunday in the Scioto River, a river near Columbus, Ohio.
One person went swimming and started to struggle, leading others to jump in to help.
Five people died: two women were found Sunday and three men were found Monday.
A child under 10 ran to get help and was found by a passing motorist.
The child and another young child were placed under the care of family services.
Rescue teams searched the river both Sunday and Monday.
The sheriff’s office gave updates at a news conference on Monday.
This incident happened shortly after a separate fatal flash flood in Utah.
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