A 33-year-old man from Florida, Anthony Pollio, was killed by a grizzly bear while hiking in Glacier National Park, Montana, on May 3, 2026. He was attacked during his descent from the Mt. Brown Lookout trail after surprising the bear, which led to fatal injuries.
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Anthony Pollio was on a road trip across the U.S. and entered Glacier National Park on May 3, 2026.
He planned to hike 5.1 miles to watch the sunset at Mt. Brown Lookout before camping.
Pollio began hiking at about 6:30 p.m. and kept in contact with family and friends by phone.
His last message, sent at 8:20 p.m., said he had climbed over 2,000 feet and 3 miles.
Investigators believe he surprised a male grizzly bear between 9:15 p.m. and 10 p.m. while going down the trail in low light.
Pollio was found about 69 feet below the trail with severe head, face, and body injuries.
Evidence showed he moved 18 feet back upslope after the initial attack before the bear fatally wounded him.
A can of bear spray was found nearby and had been fully used.
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Bloomsbury, the publisher of Harry Potter books, will receive millions of dollars from a $1.5 billion settlement with AI company Anthropic over the use of copyrighted works in chatbot training. The settlement compensates thousands of authors and publishers for their copyrighted works used by AI without permission.
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Anthropic settled for $1.5 billion over copyright issues involving thousands of authors.
Bloomsbury has 14,087 titles included in the settlement and expects around $3,000 per title.
After legal fees, Bloomsbury and authors will receive about $19 million (£14 million).
The lawsuit started in 2024 when novelist Andrea Bartz and others sued over unauthorized use of their work.
About 91% of the 482,000 works in the settlement have been claimed by authors and publishers.
AI companies argue their use of copyrighted works falls under "fair use," but many creators disagree.
Bloomsbury also has an AI licensing deal where authors can opt in to allow their works to train AI and get paid royalties.
This is one of the first major settlements in ongoing US lawsuits about AI and copyright.
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President Donald Trump said he might order attacks on Iran’s civilian infrastructure if Iran keeps attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz. He warned that any future attacks by Iran on ships could lead to a strong U.S. military response.
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President Trump made the threat on Wednesday.
The warning is about attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil transport.
Iran has been accused of targeting vessels in this area using missiles, rockets, and drones.
Trump said any future Iranian attack on ships would trigger strikes on Iranian civilian infrastructure.
The Strait of Hormuz is strategically important because many oil shipments pass through it.
The U.S. wants to protect shipping routes and respond to threats in the region.
This announcement increases tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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Students in New Delhi, India, are protesting against the government’s education minister. Despite a strong police crackdown, the young protesters say they will continue their movement, demanding the minister be removed.
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Protests have lasted for three days in New Delhi, India’s capital city.
The protests are led by a youth group called the "Cockroach party."
Protesters want the education minister to be fired, calling him incompetent.
The minister says the government still supports education reforms.
Police used heavy methods to try to stop the protests on Monday.
The movement remains determined to continue despite police actions.
The protests are putting pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The events are part of a larger debate about education policy in India.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told the U.S. Senate that the war in Iran has cost the United States $37.5 billion so far. He requested nearly $70 billion more for military funding to continue the effort and explained that the Pentagon needs this money to support the ongoing conflict.
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The U.S. has spent $37.5 billion on the Iran war up to this point.
The Pentagon is asking for an additional $70 billion in funding to support the war.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made this request during a Senate committee hearing.
Senators questioned the military’s plan for winning or ending the war.
The hearing included tough questions about the strategy and costs of the conflict.
Other recent news mentions possible U.S. strikes on an Iranian nuclear site called Pickaxe Mountain.
President Donald Trump has stated that the U.S. will target the Pickaxe Mountain complex "pretty soon."
The situation in the Middle East involves ongoing tensions and occasional strikes between the U.S. and Iran.
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An Israeli airstrike hit a civilian vehicle in central Gaza, killing two Palestinians and severely burning their bodies. Gaza’s Government Media Office says Israel has broken the ceasefire nearly 3,800 times with frequent attacks since October 2025.
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An Israeli strike targeted a civilian vehicle in central Gaza.
Two Palestinians died in the attack.
The bodies were severely burned, making identification difficult.
Gaza’s Government Media Office reported the incident.
It claims Israel has broken the ceasefire about 3,795 times.
These violations involve almost daily attacks since October 2025.
The incident reflects ongoing violence despite the ceasefire agreement.
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A woman who had an infection called cyclosporiasis said it made her very weak. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported more than 4,000 confirmed cases of this illness.
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Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite.
The parasite can make people feel very weak.
The CDC tracks and confirms cases of this infection.
There are over 4,000 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis in the U.S. at this time.
The CDC provides updates and information about the illness.
Cyclosporiasis can spread through contaminated food or water.
Symptoms often include tiredness and weakness.
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Red Kiss is an upcoming video game set in Cold War Berlin where players lead vampire agents to explore the city and complete missions. The game uses special animation technology to bring vampire characters to life and focuses on telling diverse and dark stories from a queer perspective.
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Red Kiss is a tactical role-playing game (RPG) set in a fictional 1980s Berlin during the Cold War.
Players control vampire agents who gather information, interact with city groups, and manage resources like blood and energy.
The game reveals the vampires’ personal stories through missions, allowing players to influence their outcomes.
Wispfire, the developer, uses hand-drawn portraits combined with voice acting and motion-capture for character animation.
They use Live2D software, commonly used by online virtual streamers, to animate the characters.
The animation relies on a static phone camera, limiting some head movement but requiring exaggerated facial expressions from actors.
The game emphasizes queer, dark, and diverse storytelling rather than light or overly cheerful themes.
Red Kiss is currently in development for PC, but its release date has not been announced.
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President Donald Trump announced he will attend a ceremony at Dover Air Force Base to honor U.S. service members killed in recent conflicts with Iran. Four American soldiers died in attacks related to the ongoing war in Iran, which started in February 2026.
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President Trump will visit Dover Air Force Base in Delaware on Wednesday to attend a dignified transfer ceremony for fallen soldiers.
The soldiers died during Iranian attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan and Iraq.
The victims include Army Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, Pfc. Isabella Gonzales, 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan, and Army Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton.
The war between the U.S. and Iran began in late February 2026.
At least 18 U.S. soldiers have died and about 500 have been wounded since the conflict started.
Fighting has increased after a ceasefire agreement in mid-June fell apart.
There have been 11 straight nights of attacks between U.S. and Iranian forces.
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Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner died by drowning in Costa Rica one year ago while on vacation. His widow, Tenisha Warner, recently filed a lawsuit seeking more than a million dollars from a family trust controlled by Malcolm's mother, Pamela Warner. Tenisha also shared her feelings about his death in an interview.
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner died by drowning in Costa Rica during a family vacation.
The anniversary of his death is this week.
Tenisha Warner is Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s widow.
She filed a lawsuit to get over one million dollars from a family trust.
The family trust is managed by Pamela Warner, Malcolm’s mother.
Tenisha talked about her grief in an interview on "CBS Mornings."
The lawsuit was filed recently, after the anniversary of his death.
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The family of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old who died after a July 4 boat trip near Mississippi, will share results from an independent autopsy. The autopsy, arranged by the family and paid for by Colin Kaepernick, aims to clarify if Wells had injuries beyond drowning, as local authorities have not yet released their autopsy findings.
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Nolan Wells went missing after a boat trip to an island off the Mississippi coast on July 4.
His body was found floating near the island two days later.
The official Mississippi State Medical Examiner has not made their autopsy results public.
The family hired a civil rights lawyer, Ben Crump, who is leading an independent investigation.
Former NFL player Colin Kaepernick funded the independent autopsy.
A $125,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Wells, who was Black, was with white high school friends who have been questioned by police.
Some community leaders, including Rev. Al Sharpton, have called for more transparency and raised concerns about the investigation.
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Senator Marco Rubio said the Iranian military’s control over the Strait of Hormuz is risky for global security. He warned that allowing one country to control an important international waterway and charge fees could cause problems worldwide.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway used for international shipping.
Iran’s military is controlling the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio called this control a “dangerous precedent,” meaning it could encourage similar actions elsewhere.
If nations start charging fees or controlling international waterways, it could disrupt global trade and security.
Rubio expressed concern that this action by Iran might affect countries beyond the Middle East.
The issue highlights tensions in the Middle East affecting global maritime routes.
The Strait of Hormuz is important for transporting oil and goods between countries.
Control over this waterway could impact international relations and economies.
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A new documentary called "Disney Worldbuilders" is coming to Disney+. It features famous entertainers explaining how their movies inspired attractions in Disney theme parks.
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The documentary is available on Disney+.
It is titled "Disney Worldbuilders."
The film shows how popular movies have influenced Disney park attractions.
Big names in entertainment appear in the documentary.
It gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at Disney theme parks.
The documentary was shared on July 22, 2026.
It focuses on the connection between movies and Disney theme park experiences.
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A resident of the Lebanese village Zawtar al-Gharbiyah spoke about their hopes to return home as Lebanon and Israel create "pilot zones." These zones are designated areas where the two countries may test cooperation or manage disputed territories.
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The village of Zawtar al-Gharbiyah is in Lebanon.
Lebanon and Israel are setting up special areas called "pilot zones."
These zones may be used to explore ways to share or manage land peacefully.
A local resident expressed a strong attachment to the land, saying it will remain theirs.
The pilot zones are part of ongoing discussions between Lebanon and Israel.
The resident’s view reflects the local desire to return to and keep their land.
The situation involves long-standing tensions between Lebanon and Israel.
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The Louvre Museum recently reopened its Apollo Gallery nine months after a major art theft. Experts say this event highlights the difficulties museums face protecting valuable artworks from skilled criminals while keeping them open to the public.
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The Apollo Gallery at the Louvre reopened after being closed for nine months.
The closure followed a well-known theft from the museum.
Christopher Marinello, an expert in recovering stolen art, spoke about the issue.
The theft showed museums are vulnerable to organized crime groups.
There is a tension between allowing public access and protecting cultural heritage.
The event raises concerns about security at museums worldwide.
The Louvre is located in Paris, France.
The story was discussed on France 24 news on July 22, 2026.
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President Donald Trump is traveling to Dover Air Force Base to attend the dignified transfer of U.S. troops who died in Jordan and Iraq recently. Afterward, he will visit Marietta, Georgia, to speak about the economy. Meanwhile, Congress has extended government funding until December.
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President Trump is visiting Dover Air Force Base in Delaware.
He will attend the transfer ceremony for troops killed in Jordan and Iraq.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to accompany him.
After Dover, Trump will go to Marietta, Georgia.
In Marietta, he will give remarks focused on the economy.
The government’s current funding has been extended into December by the House.
There is a 25 percent tariff on most imports (note: the article cuts off before full details).
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Scientists have found that sperm whales change the pattern and speed of their clicking sounds when boats are nearby. This discovery can help predict when ships are close by and offers new insights into how whales communicate under noisy conditions.
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Sperm whales use specific clicking patterns called “codas” to communicate.
When ships are near, whales make their clicks faster and change the types of codas they use.
Researchers recorded the clicks of 15 sperm whales off Dominica over four years.
Whale clicks can now help predict the presence of nearby boats.
Unlike some animals, sperm whales did not just get louder but changed the way they clicked.
Project Ceti uses drone-attached audio tags to record whale sounds with minimal disturbance.
The whales’ clicks include “vowel-like” sounds that may carry meaning, changing with noise levels.
Some experts question whether it is accurate to compare whale sounds to human language.
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Pete Hegseth became Defense Secretary in January 2025 and set goals focused on war readiness, merit, and high standards. After a year and a half, he has not achieved these goals.
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Pete Hegseth took office as Defense Secretary in January 2025.
He previously worked as a Fox News host.
Hegseth defined his job by focusing on warfighting, being lethal, meritocracy, maintaining standards, and readiness.
He aimed to improve the military’s ability to fight and be prepared.
After 18 months in the role, he has not met these goals.
The article evaluates his tenure based on his own stated objectives.
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The Lebanese army entered Zawtar al-Gharbiya as part of a U.S.-brokered agreement between Lebanon and Israel designed for a gradual Israeli withdrawal and to stop Hezbollah from returning to the area. Families displaced by conflict are waiting to return home, but safety concerns remain due to landmines and ongoing tensions.
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The Lebanese army moved into Zawtar al-Gharbiya following an agreement mediated by the United States.
The agreement calls for Israel to gradually withdraw from parts of southern Lebanon.
The Lebanese army’s role includes preventing Hezbollah, a Lebanese armed group, from re-establishing a presence in the area.
Families displaced by the conflict hope to return home but face delays due to landmine clearance.
Two Red Cross paramedics were injured by a landmine while searching for bodies in the area.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam planted a Lebanese flag to signal political commitment to full Israeli withdrawal.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has been ongoing since October 2023 with varying intensity.
Lebanese opinions are divided, with some supporting Hezbollah’s role and others skeptical of the government's agreement with Israel.
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