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A 16-year-old lifeguard from California saved a 10-year-old boy from large waves at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz. President Donald Trump praised the lifeguard and said he plans to invite him and his family to the White House to honor his bravery.
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The lifeguard is a 16-year-old working for California State Parks.
The boy was 10 years old and caught in 8-to-10-foot waves.
The rescue happened at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz, California.
A witness filmed the lifeguard rushing into the water and saving the boy.
Several adults tried to help but were pushed back by the waves.
The lifeguard and a colleague eventually brought the boy safely back to shore.
Paramedics checked the boy before sending him home with his parents.
President Trump said he would invite the lifeguard and his family to the White House to give him a high civilian honor.
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Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, died suddenly at age 71 after a brief illness. Graham’s relationship with Trump changed over time, from critic to supporter, and he often advised the president on foreign policy.
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Lindsey Graham was a Republican senator from South Carolina.
He initially criticized Trump during the 2016 presidential race but later became a strong supporter.
After the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, Graham briefly distanced himself from Trump but soon returned to backing him.
Graham frequently advised Trump on issues involving Israel, Ukraine, and Iran.
He died unexpectedly after a short illness at age 71.
President Trump expressed surprise and sadness at Graham’s death and called him a patriot.
Graham was known for his close personal and political relationship with Trump, often visiting the White House.
The two men shared moments of camaraderie and mutual support during Trump’s presidency.
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A labor union and two female federal prison workers sued the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for stopping their sexual harassment case and all similar federal-sector class complaints. The women say prison management failed to stop widespread sexual harassment by inmates.
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The lawsuit was filed by two female correctional officers at a Louisiana federal prison and the American Federation of Government Employees union.
Their case claims that the Federal Bureau of Prisons did not prevent or fix sexual harassment by inmates, including threats and unwanted touching.
The EEOC has ordered an indefinite pause on all federal-sector class complaints, which handle discrimination cases for federal employees.
The EEOC has not explained why it stopped these cases, and the Department of Justice declined to comment.
Under President Trump, the EEOC has changed its civil rights enforcement rules, focusing less on diversity policies and transgender worker cases.
The plaintiffs want the court to cancel the EEOC’s suspension order.
The class complaint includes testimony from at least eight other women and may affect at least 182 female workers.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons has not responded to requests for comment.
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Gabriel Perez, who used to operate President Trump’s teleprompter and reportedly placed bets on the content of Trump’s speeches, is no longer working for the federal government. A White House official confirmed his departure following concerns about unusual betting activity linked to Trump’s speeches.
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Gabriel Perez was President Trump’s teleprompter operator.
Perez placed bets on the content of President Trump’s speeches.
The prediction market platform Kalshi identified suspicious trades related to these speeches.
A White House official confirmed that Perez no longer works for the government.
This development was reported by The Hill on a Tuesday.
The situation raised concerns about conflicts of interest and government employment rules.
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A new scientific study explains how an asteroid impact 66 million years ago caused the extinction of dinosaurs and many other species. The impact created a hot cloud of dust and rock droplets that burned animals and plants alive and started widespread wildfires.
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The asteroid hit Earth 66 million years ago near Chicxulub, Mexico.
It caused mass extinction by changing the global climate and burning living things.
The impact released energy over a billion times stronger than atomic bombs dropped in 1945.
Rock droplets called spherules fell through the atmosphere, creating intense heat like a broiler oven.
New research found fine dust from the impact heated the atmosphere even more than thought before.
This dust radiation likely burned dinosaur skin and caused heat strokes.
The heat from the dust was enough to ignite plants, leading to widespread wildfires.
The impact's timing in spring may have worsened species extinction by disrupting breeding cycles.
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A 16-year-old teenager, Colt Gray, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for a school shooting in Georgia that killed two teachers and two students. Gray pleaded guilty to 55 charges including murder, and the judge decided Gray should never be allowed to leave prison.
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The shooting occurred on September 4, 2024, at Apalachee High School in Georgia.
Four people died: two teachers and two students.
Colt Gray was 14 years old at the time of the shooting but was charged as an adult.
Gray pleaded guilty to 55 charges, including murder.
The judge sentenced Gray to life in prison without the chance of parole.
The district attorney said Gray shows no signs of remorse or understanding of the harm caused.
The defense argued for parole possibility to give Gray hope for change.
Families of victims and others impacted by the shooting expressed grief and supported the life without parole sentence.
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A 15-year-old was arrested after a shooting at a food festival in Seattle that killed three people and injured several others. Police said the teenager had a ghost gun, a type of untraceable homemade firearm, and they believe gang violence was involved.
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The shooting happened during the Bite of Seattle food festival near the Space Needle.
Three people died, including a 19-year-old gunman; at least four others were injured, including a 2-year-old child.
The arrested 15-year-old had a 9 mm ghost gun with an extended 33-round magazine.
Police found two other guns at the scene, including a fully automatic Glock 45 with a 40-round magazine.
Authorities think at least three people fired weapons during the shooting.
Ghost guns are homemade or privately made firearms without serial numbers and can be bought without background checks.
Victims included Carlos Sanchez Villalba (44), Ashley Whitehead (56), and Junior Semo (19).
Officials are reviewing video and interviewing witnesses to find others involved.
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A developer wants to build a large data center in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, but the township has set 43 detailed requirements to address health, safety, and environmental concerns. The developer says these rules are too strict and is legally challenging them, while the township stands firm, saying it wants the project to benefit the community without harming residents.
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The proposed data center would be 2 million square feet and built on a former steel plant site.
Plymouth Township cannot outright refuse lawful projects but can enforce safety and zoning rules.
The township created a 43-point plan covering noise, water use, pollution, and other concerns.
The developer initially agreed to meet township requirements but now says they are too burdensome.
Township officials accuse the developer of intimidation and bad faith in the negotiation process.
Requirements include noise studies before and after construction, and limits on vibrations that disturb neighbors.
Cooling systems must recycle coolant in a closed loop and avoid harming local water sources like the Schuylkill River.
The township aims to make sure the data center provides local jobs and pays for infrastructure costs like water and power upgrades.
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President Donald Trump honored Senator Lindsey Graham at his funeral, calling him a key figure in the Senate and a strong supporter of Israel and Ukraine. Graham, who died suddenly at 71 from a heart artery tear, was remembered for his dedication to US foreign policy and his close relationship with Trump.
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Lindsey Graham died suddenly at age 71 due to an aortic dissection, a serious tear in the heart’s main artery.
Graham had just returned from a trip to Kyiv, Ukraine, where he met President Zelensky.
President Trump called Graham a "giant of the US Senate" and praised his commitment to America.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Zelensky attended the funeral.
Graham was a strong supporter of Israel, Ukraine, and US foreign intervention.
He was first elected to the Senate in 2022, representing South Carolina.
Graham and Trump had a complicated relationship but became close allies over time.
Graham’s sister, Darline Graham, was appointed to fill his Senate seat after his death.
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A content creator in Rome is gaining attention by cleaning spray-painted graffiti from the city's ancient walls. His videos have started a broader discussion about preserving historical heritage and deciding which graffiti should be seen as art or vandalism.
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Graffiti has existed on the walls of Rome for thousands of years.
A content creator is removing modern spray-painted graffiti from these walls.
The person shares videos of the cleaning process online, attracting many viewers.
These videos are sparking a debate about how to treat graffiti in Rome.
The debate focuses on the balance between protecting historical sites and respecting street art.
Rome’s ancient walls are important cultural and historical landmarks.
The issue raises questions about what kinds of graffiti should be allowed or removed.
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Representative Lauren Boebert from Colorado hosted a primetime show on the One America News network, which supports the MAGA movement. The show included guests such as Representative Anna Paulina Luna, election lawyer Cleta Mitchell, comedian Rob Schneider, and others.
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Lauren Boebert, a Republican representative from Colorado, guest-hosted a show on One America News (OAN).
The show aired on Monday night during primetime hours.
OAN is known as a pro-MAGA (Make America Great Again) network.
Guests on the show included Representative Anna Paulina Luna from Florida.
Election lawyer Cleta Mitchell appeared on the broadcast.
Comedian Rob Schneider was also a guest.
Other guests were Cliff Maloney, CEO of Citizens Alliance, and Christian singer Sean Feucht.
The show was originally hosted by former Representative Matt Gaetz.
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Former Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina was honored with two memorial services where many politicians spoke about his career. President Donald Trump and others remembered Graham as a strong and influential figure in politics.
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Lindsey Graham served as a U.S. Senator from South Carolina.
Two memorial services were held to honor him after his passing.
Politicians from different backgrounds, including allies and former opponents, attended the services.
President Donald Trump spoke at the Washington memorial service.
Trump described Graham as a "force of nature."
Graham had a long career with shifting political relationships.
The events were emotional and focused on Graham’s impact in government.
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A strong earthquake measuring 7.1 hit Kumamoto, Japan, causing damage to buildings and injuries. Authorities are worried that many people may have died, and the government has promised to respond fully.
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The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.1.
It struck Kumamoto, a region in Japan.
A shopping mall collapsed because of the quake.
Walls of Kumamoto Castle were damaged.
There are injuries reported from the earthquake.
Officials fear many people may have died.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi promised a full government response to the disaster.
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South Dakota Republicans will hold a runoff election to choose their candidate for governor between Larry Rhoden and Toby Doeden. Neither candidate reached the required 35% of votes in the June primary, so the runoff winner will face Democrat Dan Ahlers in the November general election.
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The runoff election is scheduled for Tuesday.
Larry Rhoden is the current governor, having taken over in early 2025.
Toby Doeden is a businessman and the other top candidate in the primary.
Both were the leading vote-getters in the June 2 primary but did not reach 35% of votes.
The winner will represent the Republican Party in the November governor's race.
The Democrat running is former state Senator Dan Ahlers.
South Dakota is a strongly Republican state and has not had a Democratic governor since the 1970s.
Other candidates in the primary included U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson and state House Speaker Jon Hansen.
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eBay and some former executives agreed to pay $56 million to a couple who were harassed after criticizing the company online. The harassment included threats and disturbing gifts, leading to criminal guilty pleas from seven former executives and a settlement with eBay.
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David and Ina Steiner ran a website that sometimes criticized eBay.
In 2019, former eBay executives harassed the Steiners with actions like sending a mask covered in pig’s blood and a funeral wreath.
The harassment also included threatening messages on social media and attempts to install a tracking device on their car.
Seven former eBay executives pleaded guilty to crimes related to the harassment between 2022 and 2024.
eBay was criminally charged, entered a deferred prosecution agreement, and agreed to pay a $3 million fine.
eBay and former executives agreed to pay the Steiners $56 million, including donations to nonprofits.
Former eBay CEO Wenig personally paid $1 million to a charity supporting free speech, in the name of Ina Steiner.
The settlement is meant to show that companies and executives cannot engage in harassment without consequences.
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The crypto industry has focused a lot on new technology, but lasting success now depends on strong and careful operations. Companies that serve big business customers must be reliable and consistent, not just innovative.
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Crypto companies have always valued new technology and innovation.
Core crypto technologies are growing mature and widely available.
Open-source software and AI help spread innovations quickly.
Competitive advantage now depends more on reliable and secure operations than on new tech.
Operational skills grow over time through experience and structured management.
Companies serving enterprise clients like banks focus on reliability over flashy features.
Selling to enterprises involves slower trust-building and careful, consistent delivery.
Product development should start by understanding customer problems, not just new tech possibilities.
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Ukraine’s foreign minister spoke with Iran’s top diplomat after Ukraine’s drone attack hit an Iranian commercial ship in the Caspian Sea. Both sides said they do not want to escalate the conflict, but Iran demands compensation for the attack that killed one sailor and injured another.
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Ukraine’s drone attack targeted a Russian warship and vessels carrying Iranian-linked military cargo in the Caspian Sea.
An Iranian commercial ship was hit, resulting in one sailor’s death and another’s injury.
Ukraine says the attack aimed to defend itself from Russia and was not meant to harm civilians.
Iran called the attack unacceptable and said it must be answered, blaming Israel for provoking it.
Ukraine’s foreign minister warned Iran to avoid escalating the situation and to stop supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Iran’s diplomat said Iran does not want escalation but demands restitution for losses.
Israeli and Ukrainian foreign ministers discussed threats posed by Iran and plan to deepen cooperation.
Senior Iranian officials warned that attacks on Iran have costs and mentioned Ukraine might face consequences.
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Henrique Capriles, a Venezuelan opposition leader, says U.S. President Donald Trump's public statements about Venezuela's interim government differ from actual U.S. actions. Capriles credits President Trump’s military operation on January 3, 2026, which captured Nicolás Maduro, as a key event that changed Venezuela’s political situation.
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Henrique Capriles has run twice for Venezuelan president and is a National Assembly member.
President Trump’s public tone toward interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez has shifted from threats to praise.
Capriles separates Trump’s statements from the real U.S. policies toward Venezuela.
On January 3, 2026, U.S. Special Forces captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Caracas during Operation Absolute Resolve.
Venezuelan officials reported 83 people killed and over 112 injured in the operation.
Maduro and his wife were taken to New York to face charges including drug trafficking and terrorism conspiracy.
Maduro’s trial is set for June 1, 2027, but may be rescheduled.
Capriles believes the military operation might not have happened if Maduro had accepted defeat in the 2024 election.
Capriles says President Trump took a big risk with the operation and it succeeded.
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A large oil tanker linked to Russia’s sanctioned "shadow fleet" has run aground near Oman and is leaking oil. These poorly maintained vessels, often uninsured, pose a serious risk of environmental disasters that affected countries may have to pay for because the shipowners are hard to identify or may have no insurance.
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The Caroline Bezengi is a large oil tanker about the size of three football fields.
It is part of Russia’s "shadow fleet," a group of vessels operating under sanctions.
The tanker ran aground near the Khuriya Muriya Islands off Oman and is leaking oil.
One tanker can carry up to one million barrels of oil, which could cause massive environmental damage.
Sanctions prevent these ships from being repaired or scrapped, increasing the chance of spills.
Unlike public companies, these "shadow fleet" vessels often lack insurance or transparent ownership.
If a spill occurs, the coastal country affected might have to pay for cleanup and damages.
This situation creates a global risk as many countries with coastlines could be affected.
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Thousands of Haitian immigrants in the U.S. lost their Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which allowed them to work legally, causing confusion and job losses for workers and their employers. The Trump administration ended TPS for Haitians, and after the Supreme Court upheld this decision, some work permits were not extended, raising fears of deportation amid Haiti’s ongoing violence and humanitarian crisis.
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Temporary Protected Status (TPS) allowed about 350,000 Haitians to live and work legally in the U.S. since 2010.
The Trump administration ended TPS for Haitians as part of stricter immigration policies.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of ending the TPS program on June 25, 2026.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) briefly extended some work permits but then stopped renewing them.
Employers, like Bobby Kuchinsky of a restaurant in Key West, had to suspend Haitian workers after their permits expired.
Many Haitians face the risk of losing jobs and possible deportation to Haiti, which is experiencing severe violence and a humanitarian crisis.
The Department of Homeland Security called TPS a temporary program and suggested Haitians apply for financial aid to return home.
Haiti has over 1.5 million displaced people and ongoing gang violence, with thousands killed and injured in 2026.
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