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The Trump administration replaced an exhibit at George Washington’s former Philadelphia home that focused on enslaved people’s lives with new panels it says give a fuller picture of history. This change followed legal battles with the city of Philadelphia and criticism that the new exhibit downplays the harsh realities of slavery.
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The National Park Service removed the original slavery exhibit panels on January 22, 2026, to follow President Trump’s 2025 executive order on American history.
The original panels told the story of nine enslaved people who lived at Washington’s Philadelphia home in the 1790s.
Philadelphia sued to keep the original panels, and a federal judge initially ordered their reinstatement.
A higher court ruled in mid-June that the Trump administration could replace the exhibit.
The new panels emphasize Washington’s discomfort with slavery and suggest slaves had some freedoms not common in the South.
Critics say the change whitewashes history and sanitizes the realities of slavery.
The Department of Interior says the new panels acknowledge the evils of slavery and encourage people to learn about US history.
Philadelphia’s mayor and others say the overnight removal under the “cover of darkness” was a disrespectful move that breaks community trust.
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Six Los Angeles city council candidates played a Dungeons & Dragons game to raise money for their election campaigns. The event, led by comedian and dungeon master Brennan Lee Mulligan, raised $30,000 to support progressive candidates and is part of a larger movement where tabletop role-playing games help political activism and community building.
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Six LA city council candidates played Dungeons & Dragons at a fundraising event before election day.
Comedian Brennan Lee Mulligan led the game, guiding players to defeat corporate villains and a dragon.
The event raised $30,000 for the city’s primary election campaigns.
Five of the candidates involved either won re-election or moved to the general election in November.
Many Dungeons & Dragons and tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) players use the games to express political views and raise money for causes.
These games create a community and safe space for marginalized groups, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and neurodivergent people.
The parent company of D&D, Wizards of the Coast, banned the use of artificial intelligence to create game art in 2023.
The games encourage creativity and storytelling, which some players see as a way to resist political challenges and promote social change.
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New navigation satellites in low-Earth orbit (LEO) by the company Xona Space Systems aim to provide location signals up to 100 times stronger than current GPS. These satellites will improve accuracy, especially in cities and indoors, and offer better protection against GPS interference, with the first set launching in October 2026.
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Xona Space Systems plans to launch six production satellites in October 2026 with services starting in 2027.
The full Pulsar satellite constellation will have 258 satellites to provide global location accuracy within a few centimeters.
Pulsar satellites send stronger signals than GPS, helping location devices work inside buildings and dense urban areas.
These satellites can resist GPS jamming, reducing the affected area by 95 percent during tests.
Pulsar-0, the first satellite, was launched on July 1, 2025, and helped improve positioning accuracy from 4.2 cm to 1.5 cm through software updates.
Unlike GPS satellites that use expensive atomic clocks, Pulsar satellites use software for precise timing expected to reach 10 nanoseconds accuracy.
Early users will include industries needing very reliable and precise location and timing, such as government agencies, defense, finance, and telecommunications.
The system aims to provide continuous timing signals with about 16 satellites in orbit, and centimeter-level positioning with four satellites visible in a region.
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Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was killed by an ICE agent in Houston on July 7 after living in the United States for 35 years. His sons, Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr., spoke about their father and disagreed with ICE's claim that he used his van as a weapon during a traffic stop.
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Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston.
The incident happened on July 7.
Salgado had lived in the U.S. for 35 years.
ICE said Salgado "weaponized" his van during a traffic stop.
Salgado’s family disputes the ICE's claim.
His sons, Ronaldo and Lorenzo Jr., shared their memories of their father in an interview.
The case has drawn public attention and news coverage.
The interview was aired by CBS News.
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Half of American adults under 30 are currently living with their parents. Experts discuss whether this is a long-term trend or a short-term effect of the current housing market and offer financial advice for young adults in this situation.
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50% of young adults under age 30 live at home with their parents.
This situation may be influenced by today's housing market conditions.
Financial expert Jill Schlesinger suggests young adults should contribute money while living with their parents.
A financial advisor named Mark warns that focusing too much on reducing taxes can cause costly mistakes in investing.
Jill also gives advice on how friends with different incomes can fairly split expenses like dinners, vacations, and group activities.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is changing rules to allow immigration officers to consider if green card applicants used government benefits like Medicaid, food stamps, or housing help. This rule, under President Trump’s administration, expands how officials decide if applicants can support themselves and may affect hundreds of thousands of people applying for permanent residency.
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DHS will remove a 2022 rule that limited use of the "public charge" test for immigrants.
The "public charge" test checks if immigrants might rely on government support in the future.
Officers can now review factors like age, health, family, money, education, skills, and use of benefits such as Medicaid, food stamps, and housing help.
About 588,000 people applying to adjust their status to green cards inside the U.S. will be affected every year.
Some immigrant groups, like refugees and victims of crime, are exempt from this test.
There is concern the rule might cause immigrant families to avoid public benefits even if they qualify.
The rule is expected to be published soon and go into effect early next week.
Benefits used by family members won’t count as the applicant’s own but may be considered when looking at the household’s financial situation.
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Russian leaders in Moscow and St. Petersburg are facing serious difficulties due to challenges in their military efforts. Meanwhile, Ukraine is increasing its military actions against Russia.
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Russian elites in Moscow and St. Petersburg are experiencing tough times.
These hardships are stronger than what this generation has seen before.
The difficulties relate to problems with Russia’s military.
Ukraine is intensifying its efforts in the conflict against Russia.
The situation is causing a loss of confidence among Russian leaders in their military.
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Five people were found unresponsive inside a parked Ford Explorer SUV in Toledo, Ohio, with three of them dying and two children hospitalized in critical condition. Officials confirmed a high level of carbon monoxide gas was inside the vehicle, and an investigation is ongoing to understand how the gas entered the SUV.
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The SUV had pulled over due to a flat tire in a parking lot.
Victims included a grandmother and her grandchildren.
Carbon monoxide, a deadly gas with no smell or color, was detected at high levels inside the vehicle.
Three people died and two children were seriously ill in the hospital.
Authorities do not suspect foul play.
A similar carbon monoxide case involving a vehicle occurred several years ago linked to floorboard holes.
Ford Explorers were investigated by federal safety officials from 2011 to 2017 for exhaust odor complaints but were not recalled.
The exact model year of the SUV in the recent incident is not yet known.
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Shannon Lewis, who is blind in her father, wanted to share a special wedding moment with him despite his loss of vision. She and her dad shared a “first look” where he touched her wedding dress and hair before she walked down the aisle.
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Shannon Lewis’s dad, Gary McAfee, lost his vision when she was in high school.
Lewis is a wedding planner and wanted a special moment with her dad on her wedding day.
Instead of seeing her dress, her dad touched the fabric and buttons guided by Lewis and her mom.
The dad loved feeling that Lewis wore her hair mostly down like when she was growing up.
The photographer captured this moment and called it a pure act of love.
The video of this “first touch” has over 394,000 views and 47,300 likes on Instagram.
Lewis’s dad also walked her down the aisle, lifted her veil, and they shared a dance.
Lewis said her dad faces challenges with faith and kindness despite being blind.
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Two teenage hackers broke into Transport for London’s computer systems in 2024, stealing data of millions of commuters and causing disruptions for disabled passenger services. They gained high-level access, which could have allowed them to shut down the transport network, and were later caught, pleaded guilty, and sentenced to over five years in prison each.
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The hack happened over four days from August 31 to September 3, 2024.
Millions of commuters’ data was stolen, and 27,000 TfL staff had to reset passwords.
The dial-a-ride service for disabled passengers was temporarily unable to process bookings.
The hackers had “domain admin” access, described as the “keys to the kingdom” of TfL’s system.
TfL stopped the attack by shutting down parts of its systems.
The hackers, Thalha Jubair (20) and Owen Flowers (19), were part of a hacker group called Scattered Spider.
They amassed millions of dollars in cryptocurrency from their hacking activities.
Both pleaded guilty and were sentenced to five and a half years in prison; Flowers was also sentenced for hacking US healthcare providers.
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Two young men were sentenced to over five years in prison for hacking Transport for London (TfL) in 2024. Their cyber-attack disrupted services, stole personal data of millions, and caused major problems for TfL employees and customers.
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Owen Flowers (18) and Thalha Jubair (20) carried out the TfL hack when they were teenagers.
The attack shut down TfL’s online systems for months and affected 27,000 employees.
The hackers streamed their 16-hour attack live on the internet.
They gained access by tricking a phone help desk worker into resetting an employee’s password.
Millions of TfL customer details, including Oyster card data, were stolen and still shared in criminal groups.
The cyber crime group “Scattered Spider,” which they belonged to, is linked to attacks on other UK retailers.
The TfL hack cost the transport authority £29 million.
Both men have autism and spent much time alone online before the attack.
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The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Euro Car Parks over whether charging drivers who queue at petrol stations is fair. The CMA is also looking into the company’s appeals process to see if it breaks consumer protection laws.
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Euro Car Parks is one of the largest private parking companies in the UK, managing over 3,000 locations.
The CMA is checking if it is fair to charge drivers parking fees while waiting for petrol pumps or using related services.
The investigation will also review if Euro Car Parks’ appeals process treats customers fairly.
The CMA is concerned some parking operators add extra fees beyond the parking charges.
There have been complaints about unclear signs, faulty apps, and broken ticket machines at private parking sites.
The CMA’s research shows parking tickets issued at places like gyms and supermarkets more than doubled over six years to 14.4 million.
The investigation is ongoing and expected to last until spring 2027.
The CMA has warned the parking sector to follow consumer laws or face action.
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Hundreds of people protested in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The protests called on the president to reverse his decision, while parliament prepared to vote on a new wartime government including a new defence minister.
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Hundreds protested near the Ivan Franko National Theatre in Kyiv against the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Similar protests also happened in Lviv, Odesa, and Dnipro.
Protesters chanted “Shame!” and held signs saying “The Russians are celebrating.”
The protests happened near the presidential office, a site of previous public demonstrations.
Ukraine’s parliament was preparing to vote on a new wartime government after Fedorov’s dismissal.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko also left office as part of the government changes.
Ihor Klymenko, Minister of Internal Affairs, is expected to become the new defence minister.
Mykhailo Fedorov, a technology expert and former minister for digital transformation, highlighted achievements like disabling Russian forces’ Starlink access and expanding drone production.
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A fire broke out early Thursday morning at a child welfare center in Mohammadia, Algeria, killing 11 people including children and injuring 19 others. Rescue teams treated the injured and evacuated vulnerable residents, while authorities started an investigation into the cause of the fire.
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The fire happened at around 3:30 a.m. local time in the Childhood Relief Institution, a center for orphans and children with special needs.
11 people died, and 19 were injured, including those with burns and smoke inhalation.
Emergency teams evacuated five residents with special needs to safety.
Seven injured people received treatment for severe psychological shock.
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed condolences.
Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb visited the hospital to check on the injured.
Firefighting and rescue operations are finished.
Authorities have launched an official investigation to find out what caused the fire.
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Rich countries became wealthy by using fossil fuels, which cause climate change. Poorer countries, which contributed little to the problem, face costly damage from floods and droughts and need at least $2 trillion each year to handle these challenges. Although rich nations promised financial help, the gap in funding is growing, and some major donors are reducing aid.
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Developed countries gained wealth by burning fossil fuels, leading to climate change.
Poorer nations suffer damage from extreme weather like floods and droughts.
These vulnerable countries need about $2 trillion annually to adapt and recover.
Rich nations have promised to provide financial support for this transition.
The actual funding gap is increasing instead of decreasing.
Some of the largest donors have recently cut their climate aid.
The World Bank has stopped aiming to meet its climate finance target.
Questions are raised about whether the current global system protects vulnerable people effectively.
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The United States will impose a 25 percent tariff on certain Brazilian imports starting July 22 after finding Brazil engaged in unfair trade practices. The decision follows a yearlong investigation under a U.S. law aimed at addressing trade issues. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized the tariffs, calling them politically motivated.
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The U.S. will start a 25 percent tariff on some goods from Brazil on July 22, 2026.
This action comes after a one-year investigation under the Trade Act of 1974.
The investigation concluded that Brazil used unfair trade practices.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva condemned the tariffs and said they were politically driven.
Lula suggested the tariffs favor his political rival, Flavio Bolsonaro, in upcoming elections.
The tariffs focus on specific Brazilian products, though the article does not list them.
The U.S. uses tariffs as a tool to protect its industries from unfair foreign competition.
This trade dispute is part of ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Brazil.
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Erin Shuford, a furniture restorer from Florida, found a valuable Broyhill Brasilia bedroom set at a thrift shop for $115. After spending about 50 to 60 hours restoring it, she sold the set for $9,000 on Facebook Marketplace within a day.
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Erin Shuford has been restoring and flipping furniture full-time for over five years.
Broyhill Brasilia is a mid-century modern furniture line introduced in 1962, inspired by Brazilian architecture.
The furniture line is rare and highly collectible, with full sets valued between $7,000 and $10,000 or more.
Shuford’s friend spotted the set and contacted her about the find at a thrift store.
The bedroom set was priced at just $115 at the thrift shop.
Shuford used professional finishing products and a detailed restoration process to refinish the furniture.
She sold the restored set for $9,000 in less than 24 hours on Facebook Marketplace.
Shuford considers this her best find and finds satisfaction in selling it to someone who appreciates it.
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Ukrainians are protesting in Kyiv against the removal of their defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov. Fedorov was seen as successful during his time in office, leading operations against Russian targets, even as missile attacks on the city continued.
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Mykhailo Fedorov was Ukraine's defense minister until recently.
He was known for leading successful military actions, including strikes inside Russia.
His dismissal has led to public protests in Kyiv.
Russian missiles hit the Ukrainian capital early on July 16, 2026.
Despite the attacks, many people are still protesting against Fedorov's removal.
The protests show Fedorov was popular among the Ukrainian public.
This event is part of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The article was published on July 16, 2026.
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A recent agreement between the United States and Iran aimed to ensure safe passage of commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route. However, the agreement’s wording is vague, allowing Iran to claim it can control and charge fees for passage, which has led to renewed tensions and military actions in the region.
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The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was made to end conflict and guarantee safe passage for ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
The MoU’s Article 5 promises “safe passage of commercial vessels” but does not clearly say who manages this.
Iran is responsible for making arrangements and talking with Oman and other Gulf states about future control and services, but the US is excluded from these talks.
Iran may claim the right to require prior permission, set traffic routes, and charge fees for passage — potentially making billions of dollars.
The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway where ships generally have the right to free and continuous passage under international law.
Iran disagrees with this international law, arguing for a narrower control that allows it to restrict ships more strictly.
Charging fees for mere passage is illegal under international rules, which only allow charges for actual services like towing or piloting.
Oman controls part of the strait and supports free passage, limiting Iran’s control there.
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A Mexican councilwoman, Maria de Jesus Quijada, was shot along with her daughter near the U.S. border, while her husband was killed. Authorities are investigating the attack, which is part of a larger problem of violence against local officials by criminal gangs in Mexico.
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Maria de Jesus Quijada is a councilwoman from Tecate, near the U.S. border.
She, her 15-year-old daughter, and her husband were attacked while traveling in a car.
Her husband died from the gunshot wounds; she and her daughter were taken to a U.S. hospital.
Police found a burnt-out car near the attack site, possibly used by the attackers.
The government is investigating the motive and suspects involvement of criminal gangs.
Since October 2024, 13 Mexican mayors have been murdered amid cartel violence.
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum reported nearly a 50% drop in homicides since September 2024.
Mexico has faced high violence levels since 2006 related to drug gang conflicts, with hundreds of thousands killed or missing.
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