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First Kenyan to play in NFL deported under Trump immigration crackdown

July 27, 2026 • Us • Guardian US

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Daniel Adongo, the first Kenyan to play in the NFL, was deported from the US in June after overstaying his visa and facing several arrests. Immigration officials said he was a risk to the community, while supporters argue he had mental health issues and did not receive proper treatment during detention.

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Daniel Adongo played two seasons as a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts.
He was deported in June due to visa overstay and multiple arrests.
His visa expired in 2016, but he stayed in the US without legal status.
ICE described him as a threat due to several criminal charges, including felony intimidation and battery.
Supporters claim many charges were dismissed and he has serious mental health problems, possibly linked to brain injury from sports.
Adongo spent months in immigration detention, where his mental illness reportedly worsened.
He moved to the US in 2013 after playing professional rugby in South Africa.
The deportation comes as part of President Trump’s immigration crackdown during his second term.

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How Red and Blue States Compare on Cost of Living

July 27, 2026 • Us • Newsweek

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The article explains that the cost of living is higher in states that voted for Democrats and lower in states that voted for Republicans in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. It also shows that while some Democratic states have a higher cost of living, they score better in areas like education and economic mobility.

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Many U.S. voters worry about inflation and the rising cost of food and gas.
54% of registered voters believe Democrats would handle the economy better than Republicans, according to a Fox News poll.
67% of voters disapprove of how President Donald Trump is handling the economy.
The Newsweek American Dream Index ranks U.S. ZIP codes on six factors, including cost of living.
States like Hawaii, California, and New York have high costs of living and mostly voted Democratic.
States like North Dakota, Iowa, and South Dakota have lower costs of living and mostly voted Republican.
Some Democratic-leaning states score higher on economic mobility and education than Republican-leaning states.
Cost of living measures how far a household’s paycheck can go.

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Map Shows 19 States Under Extreme Heat Dome Warning: 'Stay Out of the Sun'

July 27, 2026 • Us • Newsweek

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An intense heat wave is affecting 19 U.S. states, with the National Weather Service issuing Extreme Heat Warnings. The heat is driven by a "heat dome," causing dangerously high temperatures and humidity, especially in the Southwest and parts of the Midwest and South.

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Extreme Heat Warnings are in effect in 19 states, including Arizona, California, Illinois, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Temperatures in some areas of Arizona, California, and Nevada may reach 108 to 116 degrees Fahrenheit, with Death Valley possibly hitting 120 degrees.
High humidity causes "feels like" temperatures between 110 and 117 degrees in parts of the South and Midwest.
Some northern states also face unusual heat, with Montana near 100 degrees and Minnesota and Wisconsin feeling close to 110 degrees.
A "heat dome" traps hot air under a high-pressure system, causing prolonged heat waves.
Overnight temperatures staying in the 80s and 90s provide little relief from the heat.
Heat warnings will last from Monday through at least Wednesday in some areas, with conditions easing later in the week for parts of the Midwest.
Officials advise drinking water, staying indoors in air-conditioned places, and avoiding outdoor activities during the hottest hours.

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Map Shows How Ukraine's Drones Took Out One-Tenth of 'Russia's Amazon'

July 27, 2026 • World • Newsweek

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Ukrainian drone attacks have damaged at least 12 warehouses of Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, which handles various goods like clothing and electronics. These strikes, stretching hundreds of miles into Russian territory, have caused injuries and deaths, and represent a shift in Ukraine’s efforts by targeting Russian commercial infrastructure during the ongoing war.

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Wildberries is Russia’s biggest online retailer, similar to Amazon, delivering many types of products across Russia.
Since July 17, Ukrainian drones have hit at least 12 Wildberries warehouses in Russia and occupied Ukraine.
The attacks have damaged about 10% of Wildberries’ logistics capacity, or nearly 6 million square feet.
Some strikes caused casualties, including seven workers killed in Tambov region and others injured in Moscow region and southern Russia.
Ukrainian President Zelensky said the warehouses held parts used to make drones and that the strikes responded to Russian attacks on Ukraine.
Wildberries removed military-related products and references to the war from its online store after the attacks.
Strikes also reached far locations including St. Petersburg and Crimea, areas usually protected by Russia’s air defenses.
The founder of Wildberries, Tatyana Kim, confirmed the attacks and reported some warehouses were saved thanks to quick evacuations.

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Oil prices fall after weekend pause in US, Iran fighting

July 27, 2026 • World • The Hill

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Oil prices dropped nearly 10 percent on Monday after fighting between the U.S. and Iran paused over the weekend. The price of Brent Crude fell from above $100 per barrel on Friday to under $91, while U.S. WTI crude also saw a significant decrease.

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Oil prices dropped almost 10% on Monday.
The drop followed a pause in conflict between the U.S. and Iran over the weekend.
Brent Crude oil price fell from over $100 per barrel on Friday to below $91.
U.S. benchmark WTI crude also decreased, trading around $84 per barrel.
The decrease reflects reduced tensions in the Middle East affecting oil markets.
Brent Crude is a global standard for oil prices.
WTI (West Texas Intermediate) is a U.S. oil price benchmark.
Oil futures are contracts to buy or sell oil at a set price on a future date.

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Fauci to Testify About COVID Pandemic: What His Diaries Reveal

July 27, 2026 • Us • Newsweek

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Dr. Anthony Fauci will testify before the Senate about the U.S. government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Diary entries released by Senator Rand Paul’s office reveal internal discussions about the virus’s origins, travel restrictions, and concerns about President Donald Trump’s public statements on COVID-19.

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Fauci’s diaries mention debates about whether COVID-19 came from a natural source or a lab leak, especially focusing on a virus feature called the furin cleavage site.
On January 26, 2020, Fauci noted White House officials wanted to close travel from China, but he and others preferred more limited measures like screening and quarantines.
Fauci warned President Trump several times not to downplay the seriousness of COVID-19 to avoid problems later.
Despite public disagreements, Fauci’s diaries suggest he and President Trump had a warmer private relationship early in the pandemic.
Fauci joined calls with other scientists and officials to investigate the virus’s origin and consider government actions.
The diaries show Fauci’s concern about conflicting messages between health experts and political leaders.
Fauci’s diary entry from early 2020 quotes Trump praising him and expressing trust in his advice.
The diaries were released to provide insight into the government’s handling of the early stages of the COVID-19 crisis.

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US officials investigate after video appears to show person kicking sea lion

July 27, 2026 • World • Guardian World

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Federal officials are investigating a video showing a person kicking a protected sea lion at a California beach. The incident took place at La Jolla Cove in San Diego, and authorities have not identified the person involved.

Key Facts

The video shows a person kicking a sea lion while another individual laughs in the background.
The sea lion tried to move away but was repeatedly kicked.
The incident occurred at La Jolla Cove, San Diego, California.
NOAA Fisheries’ Office of Law Enforcement is leading the investigation.
Sea lions are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
People are advised to stay at least 50 feet (15 meters) away from protected marine animals.
San Diego’s mayor, Todd Gloria, called the act animal cruelty and asked local police to review the video.
No further details about the investigation or the person in the video have been released.

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Netanyahu and Zelenskyy to arrive in Washington for Graham funeral – with hopes of winning Trump’s ear

July 27, 2026 • Us • Guardian World

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are visiting Washington to attend the funeral of former Senator Lindsey Graham and hope to meet with President Donald Trump. Their meetings come at a time when U.S. policies on the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine are changing.

Key Facts

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy will attend Lindsey Graham’s funeral on Tuesday in Washington.
Lindsey Graham was a close ally of President Trump and died suddenly on July 11 at age 71.
Netanyahu and Trump have had tensions due to unclear U.S. policy on Iran and disagreements over military actions.
The U.S. recently made a deal aiming for a 60-day ceasefire involving Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and starting nuclear talks.
Trump later rejected this deal as Iran continued attacks on commercial ships, leading to U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.
Netanyahu is unhappy about a new U.S.-Saudi Arabia deal supporting a peaceful Saudi nuclear program.
Zelenskyy’s visit comes as the Trump administration appears more supportive of Ukraine amid its war with Russia.
Zelenskyy shared intelligence with the U.S. on Russian support for Iran and Russian surveillance of U.S. military sites.

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Five decades of Israeli covert strategy to push US, Iran into confrontation

July 27, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to discourage peace efforts between the US and Iran during his meeting with President Trump. Historically, Israel has worked to keep the US and Iran in conflict through various methods to maintain its influence on US Middle East policy.

Key Facts

Over five decades, Israel has tried to stop efforts to reduce conflict between the US and Iran.
Israel’s strategies include intelligence actions, public diplomacy, lobbying, and political pressure.
During the Iran-Iraq War, Israel preferred a prolonged conflict to weaken both countries.
Israeli media broadcasts aimed to influence public opinion in Iran and Iraq to continue the war.
In 1991, Israel hindered the release of American hostages in Lebanon by delaying agreements involving prisoner exchanges.
These actions complicated US-Iran diplomatic efforts and reinforced mistrust.
American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) influenced US politics to limit diplomatic flexibility regarding Israel.
This historical pattern shows Israel’s strategic aim to keep US-Iran tensions high to protect its own interests.

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Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis

July 27, 2026 • World • BBC World

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Carly Simon, a singer-songwriter, has shared that she has Parkinson's disease, a condition that affects movement and brain function. Despite the challenges, including recent surgery for skin cancer and mental health struggles, she continues to work and plans to release a new album in August 2026.

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Carly Simon is 83 years old and diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's affects brain, nerves, and muscle control and is a growing neurological illness.
She had knee and hip arthritis, which led to her Parkinson's diagnosis after tests at the Mayo Clinic.
Simon experiences tiredness, anxiety, depression, and apathy due to Parkinson's.
She underwent surgery to remove a cancerous growth on her face, affecting her self-image.
Simon is currently taking medication and receiving treatment for Parkinson's.
Despite her condition, she is releasing a new album called *Comes In Waves* in August 2026.
The first single from the album, "Howl," was released recently and focuses on emotional themes.

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Red Sea shipping slows after Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia: Data

July 27, 2026 • World • The Hill

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Houthi forces attacked Saudi oil depots near the Red Sea, resulting in fewer ships passing through the nearby Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This caused the lowest level of ship traffic in the strait for several months.

Key Facts

The attacks targeted Saudi oil depots along the Red Sea.
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait is a key route for cargo ships.
Only 11 cargo ships passed through the strait on Sunday.
This number is the lowest reported in months.
Data on ship movements was provided by the analytics platform Kpler.
The traffic drop is linked to security concerns after the attacks.

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Five years after Saied’s power grab, Tunisians are no better off

July 27, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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Five years after President Kais Saied suspended Tunisia’s parliament in 2021, the country has not improved economically or politically. President Saied consolidated power, reducing freedoms and political activity, while economic problems like unemployment and debt remain unchanged.

Key Facts

On July 27, 2021, President Kais Saied suspended Tunisia’s parliament, ending the country’s functioning democracy at that time.
The U.S. reduced military aid to Tunisia by half in response to these political changes.
In 2023, the U.S. sent a new ambassador to encourage a return to democracy amid arrests of political and civil society leaders.
Tunisia’s freedom ranking dropped from 70 to 42 between 2020 and 2026, showing a decline in civil liberties.
The country’s economic growth and unemployment rates in 2026 are similar to those in 2018 before Saied’s takeover.
Tunisia’s government debt rose from about 73% to over 81% of GDP during this period.
Security cooperation with the U.S. has been effective in fighting terrorism despite political troubles.
Political instability continues, with government ministers rarely staying in their roles for more than six months.

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What public health professionals can learn from anti-vaccine storytelling

July 27, 2026 • Us • Ars Technica

Summary

The article explains that vaccine hesitancy, or doubt about vaccines, has existed for a long time and is still common today. It highlights that simply giving people facts about vaccines does not always change their minds because vaccine hesitancy is influenced by many issues including trust, social connections, and personal beliefs. It also notes that anti-vaccine groups use powerful stories to spread their message, which can be more effective than just facts.

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Vaccine hesitancy means refusing or delaying vaccines despite medical advice.
Vaccine doubt has existed since at least the 19th century, including riots against the smallpox vaccine in England.
In the U.S., anti-vaccine groups have been around since the 1890s.
Simply providing more scientific information has limited success in changing vaccine-hesitant views.
Vaccine hesitancy is called a “wicked problem” because it is caused by many factors like misinformation, distrust, and personal beliefs.
People who hesitate to vaccinate are not all the same; they can be well-educated and know about health.
Anti-vaccine groups use emotional and dramatic stories to influence people, which often focus on personal freedom or distrust rather than just vaccine facts.
Public health messages based on facts can seem less exciting compared to the stories told by vaccine skeptics.

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Paul de Gelder talks about dangerous mission to track the largest great white shark

July 27, 2026 • World • CBS News

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Paul de Gelder, a survivor of a shark attack, shared his experience on CBS Mornings about a risky mission to find one of the largest great white sharks in the North Atlantic. This mission was part of the Discovery Channel's Shark Week.

Key Facts

Paul de Gelder survived a shark attack in the past.
He participated in a mission to track a large great white shark.
The shark is located in the North Atlantic Ocean.
The mission was featured during Shark Week on the Discovery Channel.
Paul de Gelder talked about how he overcame his fear of sharks.
The interview was shown on CBS Mornings.
He is an advocate for shark safety and awareness.

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America’s Housing Boom Risks Creating Tomorrow’s Housing Crisis | Opinion

July 27, 2026 • Business • Newsweek

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The U.S. is building millions of new homes to address a housing shortage, but the focus on speed and low costs risks creating future problems like high maintenance costs and environmental harm. Experts say housing should be designed with long-term quality, sustainability, and residents’ health in mind, not just quick construction.

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The U.S. needs over four million more housing units to meet demand.
Home prices and rents are rising faster than wages in many areas.
Current housing debates focus mainly on how fast and how much to build.
Building quickly often ignores long-term costs, energy use, and residents’ health.
Developers face high interest rates, materials costs, and supply chain problems.
Sustainability and good design are often cut to save money in the short term.
Energy-efficient homes can reduce monthly costs and improve health.
Long-lasting housing benefits communities over decades, not just at construction.

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Tariffs are Trump’s favorite plaything – and his justifications are absurd | Steven Greenhouse

July 27, 2026 • Us • Guardian US

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President Donald Trump has imposed new tariffs on many countries, including a 50% tariff on Canadian goods and 10-12.5% tariffs on products from over 80 countries. These tariffs will raise prices for American consumers and add to economic challenges like inflation and job losses.

Key Facts

President Trump signed orders to impose a 50% tariff on many Canadian goods.
He also applied 10% or 12.5% tariffs on products from more than 80 other countries.
Tariffs are taxes on imports, which usually increase prices for people buying those products.
The Yale Budget Lab estimates that these tariffs will cost the average U.S. household an extra $1,100 each year.
Since President Trump returned to office, the U.S. has lost about 75,000 factory jobs despite his goal to boost manufacturing.
Many business leaders complain about uncertainty caused by frequent changes in trade policies.
Trump used a rarely applied part of a 1930 law called the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act to justify the high tariffs on Canada.
Canada's provinces stopped importing liquor from the U.S. in response to Trump's tariffs and related trade tensions.

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Mamdani’s fantasy of arresting Netanyahu would have turned his own cops into felons

July 27, 2026 • World • The Hill

Summary

The article discusses the idea of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and explains that doing so would have caused problems for the police officers involved. It suggests that such a move would have made the officers break the law themselves.

Key Facts

The topic is about arresting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Arresting Netanyahu could have put the police officers in legal trouble.
The police might have become lawbreakers if they followed through with the arrest.
The article implies this action is seen as unrealistic or problematic.
It encourages lawyers to focus on more practical work instead of this issue.

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Traffic to start flowing across new bridge between Canada and U.S. amid Trump's tariff battle

July 27, 2026 • World • PBS NewsHour

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Traffic will begin on a new bridge connecting Canada and the U.S. over the Detroit River. The bridge aims to support trade, jobs, and tourism between the two countries. Canada held a ceremony to celebrate the bridge's completion, but U.S. and Michigan officials were not invited due to new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump.

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The new bridge crosses the Detroit River, linking Canada and the United States.
It is called the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
The project cost billions of dollars and took several years to complete.
Canada held a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Windsor, Ontario, to mark the bridge’s completion.
U.S. and Michigan officials did not attend the ceremony because they were uninvited.
President Donald Trump announced 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods entering the U.S.
The new tariffs increased tensions between Canada and the United States.
The bridge is expected to boost trade, create jobs, and encourage tourism between the countries.

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Gunther von Hagens, the German anatomist behind the ‘Body Worlds’ exhibition, dies at 81

July 27, 2026 • World • AP News

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Gunther von Hagens, a German anatomist famous for creating the “Body Worlds” exhibitions of preserved human bodies, has died at age 81. He developed a method called plastination that replaces body fluids with plastic to preserve corpses for public display, aiming to help people understand human anatomy.

Key Facts

Gunther von Hagens died recently at the age of 81.
He was known worldwide for “Body Worlds,” exhibits displaying plastinated human bodies.
Plastination is a process that replaces body fluids with hardening plastic to prevent decay.
The first “Body Worlds” exhibition opened in Japan in 1995 and in Germany in 1997.
Some religious and ethical groups criticized his displays as disrespectful or sensational.
Von Hagens conducted a public autopsy in London in 2002, which attracted controversy.
The bodies used in the exhibitions were donated by people who agreed to it.
He announced in 2010 that he was living with Parkinson’s disease.

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Keep your health goals on track throughout the summer

July 27, 2026 • World • CBS News

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The article offers advice on how to maintain your health and fitness goals during summer. Celebrity trainer Kira Stokes shares tips to help people stay consistent while managing summer activities like vacations and barbecues.

Key Facts

Summer activities can disrupt regular fitness routines.
Vacations and barbecues are common challenges to staying healthy in summer.
Celebrity trainer Kira Stokes provides guidance on keeping up health goals.
The article is featured on the CBS News platform.
Tips focus on consistency throughout the summer season.

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