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President Donald Trump said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested if he visits the United States. This statement came after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called Netanyahu a "war criminal" and suggested he could face arrest.
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President Trump stated Netanyahu will not be arrested in the United States.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called Netanyahu a "war criminal."
Mamdani suggested the idea of arresting Netanyahu over his actions.
Netanyahu is the Prime Minister of Israel.
The comments from Mamdani took place over the weekend before Trump’s statement.
Trump’s statement was made on Monday in response to Mamdani’s remarks.
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A federal judge has paused the $81 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery for at least two weeks. This pause allows 12 states, led by California, more time to argue that the merger would reduce competition and harm consumers.
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Twelve states filed a lawsuit to block the merger, claiming it would hurt competition in Hollywood and reduce choices for viewers.
The states asked the companies not to finalize the merger until the court reviewed their concerns.
When the companies refused, the states requested a temporary restraining order, which the judge approved.
The judge’s order stops the merger from moving forward for at least 14 days, possibly up to 28 days.
A court hearing on a longer pause (preliminary injunction) is scheduled for August 3.
The merger would combine two major Hollywood studios and their TV networks, movies, and streaming services, including HBO Max and Paramount+.
Paramount’s owner, Skydance, disagrees with the lawsuit and plans to strongly defend the merger.
The merger was previously approved by regulators, including the Trump administration.
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A teenager named Jeremy Webb died from a severe allergic reaction caused by a rare meat allergy triggered by tick bites, known as mammalian meat allergy (MMA) or alpha-gal syndrome. This allergy, discovered about 20 years ago in Australia, occurs after tick bites cause the body to react to a sugar molecule found in red meat, and it can lead to life-threatening anaphylaxis.
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Jeremy Webb, 15, experienced difficulty breathing and vomiting after eating meat but was initially treated for asthma.
He died a year later after eating beef sausage; a coroner ruled his death was caused by tick-induced MMA.
MMA is an allergy to mammalian meat triggered by a sugar called alpha-gal, introduced to the body by tick bites.
Cases of MMA have increased since it was discovered in Australia in 2007 by Professor Sheryl van Nunen.
The eastern paralysis tick in Australia causes MMA, mainly on the east coast north of Sydney, a known “hotspot” for the allergy.
About 50% of people bitten by the tick develop antibodies to alpha-gal, and 15-20% of those develop the meat allergy.
Symptoms range from skin rashes and stomach cramps to severe and fatal anaphylaxis.
MMA has also been found in the United States and on all continents where ticks live.
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King Charles III visited the Cambridge Central Mosque, Europe’s first eco-friendly mosque, and praised its design and environmental features. He also opened a new laboratory at the University of Cambridge focused on clean energy and aviation technology.
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The mosque in Cambridge is Europe’s first eco mosque with green features like heat pumps, solar panels, and water recycling.
The building uses large skylights to provide natural light throughout the year.
The mosque can hold 1,000 worshippers and serves the local Muslim community.
King Charles III praised the mosque’s design and its positive impact on the community.
The King took off his shoes before entering the prayer hall, showing respect.
The King also unveiled a plaque marking Cambridge’s 75 years as a city.
Later the same day, he opened the Whittle Laboratory at Cambridge University, a center for new clean energy and aviation research.
The King has visited the Whittle Laboratory site multiple times since 2020.
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Troy Jackson is likely to become the new Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate from Maine after the previous candidate, Graham Platner, quit the race. Jackson has strong support among party delegates and aims to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in the upcoming election.
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Graham Platner left the Senate race after a sexual assault allegation, which he denied.
Maine Democrats used a new delegate voting process to pick a replacement nominee.
Jackson's campaign says 481 out of 601 delegates have promised to support him.
Other prominent potential candidates have dropped out, clearing the way for Jackson.
Jackson supports policies like "Medicare for All" and wants to eliminate ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
He faces challenges such as limited time to fundraise and build a statewide campaign network.
Republicans have criticized Jackson’s progressive positions, labeling him a "socialist."
Jackson has a background as a logger and former state Senate president and previously ran as a Republican.
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A 28-year-old man named Joshua Kerry has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokeswoman. Kerry will appear in court soon, and police are investigating whether the crime has any political or terrorist links.
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Joshua Kerry, aged 28, is charged with killing Ann Widdecombe.
Ann Widdecombe was 78 years old and found dead on July 9 at her home in Devon.
Kerry comes from Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.
Police are still investigating Kerry’s motives, including if the crime relates to politics or terrorism.
Ann Widdecombe was a former Conservative minister and worked with Reform UK.
The case is ongoing, and more updates are expected soon.
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A judge in California paused the planned merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery because of a new antitrust lawsuit. The pause will last two weeks while the court reviews the legal challenge.
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Paramount planned to take over Warner Bros. Discovery.
A lawsuit was filed last week against this merger, claiming it breaks antitrust laws.
Antitrust laws are rules meant to keep companies from becoming too powerful and unfairly limiting competition.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta asked the court to pause the merger.
Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín approved this pause for two weeks.
The pause allows time to properly consider the antitrust lawsuit.
The merger is valued at billions of dollars.
The decision affects major companies in the entertainment industry.
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Two Palestinians were shot dead in the West Bank town of Deir Jarir during raids by Israeli settlers and soldiers. Local residents said settlers took their livestock, and that the Israeli military worked with settlers in these violent actions, which have increased recently.
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Two Palestinian men were killed and another wounded in raids by Israeli settlers with support from soldiers.
The settlers claimed they were searching for stolen livestock but ended up taking sheep by force.
Palestinians described frequent settler attacks with backing from Israeli security forces.
A video showed a settler, protected by soldiers, leading a sheep from a Palestinian house.
Since October 7, 2023, seven people have been killed in the village amid rising tensions.
Nearby Israeli settlements and military bases appear to share resources and coordinate actions.
Human rights groups say the violence and military backing promote ethnic cleansing in the area.
Israel has not prosecuted its citizens for killing Palestinians in the West Bank in the current decade.
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President Donald Trump will attend the dignified transfer ceremony for U.S. soldiers who died in recent Iranian attacks. The ceremony will take place at Dover Air Force Base.
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President Trump confirmed he will attend the transfer ceremony.
The event honors American soldiers killed by Iranian strikes over the weekend.
The ceremony is called a "dignified transfer," where fallen soldiers are formally returned to the U.S.
It will take place at Dover Air Force Base.
The White House said the ceremony is a mark of respect for the soldiers’ sacrifice.
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President Donald Trump said the new Air Force One jet, a Boeing 747-8 gifted by Qatar, will receive more security upgrades soon. The plane has already flown several times, but concerns about its security features have led to plans to improve its defenses within about a month.
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The new Air Force One is a Boeing 747-8 jet gifted by Qatar to the U.S.
It first flew with President Trump on July 1, 2026.
The plane is currently undergoing security upgrades to be "maxed out."
Some concerns arose because the jet initially lacked certain anti-missile defense systems.
The plane will be out of service for about a month while upgrades happen.
The U.S. Air Force has been modifying the jet since September to fit presidential needs.
Retrofitting costs were estimated at less than $400 million but exact spending is unclear.
After Trump leaves office, the plane will be transferred to the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library Foundation.
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A federal judge has temporarily stopped the $81 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery for at least two weeks. This pause allows a group of twelve states, led by California, to continue their legal challenge that the merger will reduce competition and harm consumers.
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Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery planned to merge for $81 billion.
Twelve states, led by California, sued to block the merger, saying it would reduce competition in Hollywood.
The states want the deal delayed until courts fully review their claims.
Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín granted a temporary stop of the merger for at least 14 days.
The pause could last up to 28 days and a court hearing is set for August 3.
Warner and Paramount are two of the last major Hollywood studios, with popular shows, movies, and streaming services like HBO Max and Paramount+.
Paramount, owned by Skydance since last year, insists the merger will increase competition and was approved by regulators including President Donald Trump’s administration.
The legal battle will determine if the companies can complete the merger or if it will be blocked.
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Petrol prices have increased due to rising tensions between the United States and Iran, along with a naval blockade declared by Yemen’s Houthis against Saudi Arabia. These factors have disrupted oil shipping routes, especially through the Strait of Hormuz, causing concerns about oil supply and driving fuel costs higher for US consumers.
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Brent crude oil prices rose to $91.42 before falling slightly to $88.04.
US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil reached $85.39, the highest since June 12, then dropped to $82.29.
Yemen’s Houthis declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, adding pressure to shipping routes.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key route for about 20% of the world’s oil, saw significantly reduced tanker traffic amid fighting.
Petrol prices in the US reached over $4.00 per gallon, up from $3.87 a week ago.
Inflation data showed a recent drop driven by falling petrol prices, but renewed tensions reversed this trend.
Two ships from a Greek company were hit by projectiles near Oman, though the attacker was not identified.
US stock markets showed mixed results, influenced by geopolitical concerns and new AI tech announcements from companies like Alibaba and Apple.
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A large outbreak of Cyclospora infections is affecting many Americans, causing symptoms like severe diarrhea, fatigue, and stomach cramps. Health officials are still investigating the source of the outbreak, and they urge people with symptoms to get tested and treated since there is an effective antibiotic.
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Over 1,600 Cyclospora cases have been confirmed in 34 U.S. states since May.
Michigan alone has seen more than 5,000 confirmed or suspected cases.
Cyclospora is a parasite that infects the intestines, usually through contaminated produce like leafy greens and berries.
The parasite does not spread directly from person to person but through contaminated food or water.
Some cases were linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell in multiple states.
Taco Bell voluntarily removed the lettuce from its supply chain and is working with health authorities.
The FDA initially thought they found Cyclospora in lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, but it was a false positive test.
Cyclospora infections can last weeks if untreated but can be cured with a specific antibiotic.
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A judge has issued a temporary restraining order to pause the merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery. This order stops the merger from moving forward while legal matters are reviewed.
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A judge granted a temporary restraining order against the merger.
The merger involves Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News.
The order temporarily blocks the merger from happening.
This legal step allows more time to examine the merger details.
The merger aims to combine two major entertainment companies.
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Russia’s official polls show President Vladimir Putin’s approval rating has dropped to about 65 percent, the lowest in years since before the war in Ukraine. The Russian government is trying to control the internet and force people to use a state-backed app, but Apple and Google removed this app, causing problems for many Russians.
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Putin’s approval rating is at 65.1 percent as of July 12, according to Russia’s state-owned Public Opinion Research Center.
About 23.4 percent of Russians openly disapprove of Putin’s work as president.
Independent Russian polls show similar approval ratings.
Before the Ukraine invasion, Putin’s approval was higher, often between 70 and 85 percent.
The Russian government has blocked foreign messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, and Instagram.
Russia tried to push a state-backed messaging app called MAX for communication and government services.
Apple removed MAX from its App Store in June, and Google removed it from the Play Store recently.
Russia relies mostly on Android phones, so losing access to MAX disrupted many people’s lives.
The government is loosening some internet restrictions ahead of autumn elections to show political support, but Putin’s approval keeps falling.
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Yemen's Houthi group announced a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia in response to a Saudi blockade on Houthi-controlled areas. The Houthis said they are closing the Bab al-Mandab Strait to Saudi ships, a key route for oil shipments, escalating tensions in the long-running conflict.
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The Houthis are an Iran-backed group controlling northwest Yemen.
They declared a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia due to a Saudi blockade on ports and airports in Yemen.
The Houthis said they are closing the Bab al-Mandab Strait to Saudi vessels; this strait connects the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea.
Saudi Arabia has redirected much of its oil exports from the Strait of Hormuz to the port of Yanbu on the Red Sea.
The conflict started in 2014 when the Houthis took control of Yemen’s capital, Sanaa.
Saudi Arabia leads a coalition that intervened in 2015 to restore Yemen’s government.
The war has caused over 150,000 deaths and a major humanitarian crisis, with over 22 million people needing aid.
The Houthis have attacked ships in the Red Sea since late 2023, affecting global shipping routes.
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Flooding in Afghanistan’s Nuristan province has killed at least 20 people and injured more than 80. Over 100 people, including the local mayor, are missing as rescue efforts continue in the provincial capital of Parun.
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At least 20 people have died due to floods in Nuristan province.
More than 80 people were injured in the flooding.
Around 105 people, including the mayor, are reported missing in Parun.
The flood severely damaged Parun’s municipality, including hotels and shops.
Floodwaters left large boulders in the town, complicating recovery efforts.
Rescue teams are searching for survivors and recovering bodies without special equipment.
Afghanistan’s government confirmed the deaths and damage on social media.
Officials said flooding is increasing in Afghanistan due to environmental issues and climate change causing heavier rainfall worldwide.
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A new report says drinking five cups of coffee daily is safe and may lower the chance of heart problems. However, consuming high amounts of caffeine, like those in energy drinks, could harm the heart.
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Drinking up to five cups of coffee a day is considered safe.
Coffee intake at this level might reduce the risk of heart disease.
High caffeine consumption, similar to what is found in energy drinks, can cause heart problems.
The report distinguishes between moderate coffee drinking and excessive caffeine from sources like energy drinks.
The findings focus on how caffeine affects cardiovascular health.
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The Los Angeles County chief medical examiner, Dr. Odey Ukpo, is pushing for more openness about autopsy results in high-profile death cases. He criticized delays and secrecy in releasing autopsy reports, arguing that sharing clear information helps the public understand what happened and does not harm investigations.
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Dr. Odey Ukpo leads the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office since 2023.
The office performs autopsies for about 13,000 unexpected deaths yearly.
Ukpo spoke out after a 14-year-old girl’s autopsy results were delayed for months under a court order.
The girl, Celeste Rivas Hernandez, was found dead with stab wounds, and singer D4vd faces murder charges.
Ukpo argues autopsy reports should be public unless withholding them is clearly necessary.
Authorities say sometimes reports contain details only the killer would know, helping investigations.
Ukpo is the first Black chief medical examiner-coroner in the office’s long history.
His office has handled other notable cases, including the deaths of celebrities like Matthew Perry.
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Mary Honeyball, a former Labour Member of the European Parliament, gave a careful but hopeful view of Andy Burnham becoming the new UK Prime Minister. She believes his leadership could help restore public trust, improve the balance between central and local government, and create a more positive story for the UK after Brexit.
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Andy Burnham has recently become the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
Mary Honeyball served as a Labour MEP for London from 2000 to 2019.
Honeyball describes Burnham as a forward-looking leader ready to bring optimism to the UK.
She sees potential for Burnham to rebuild public confidence in government.
Burnham might work to improve relations between the central government and local authorities.
The UK has experienced political and economic challenges related to Brexit.
Honeyball suggests Burnham's time as PM could mark a hopeful change rather than just political reset.
Related coverage discusses Burnham’s first speech and his approach to leading the UK.
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