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GIFFORDS, a group that works to prevent gun violence, asked Representative Max Miller from Ohio to resign. They said this because of claims that he abused his ex-wife. Miller is currently facing a legal dispute with his ex-wife and is running for reelection.
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GIFFORDS is a gun violence prevention group started by former Representative Gabby Giffords.
The group called for Representative Max Miller to step down from office.
The call for resignation is based on allegations of domestic abuse against Miller.
The alleged abuse involves Miller's ex-wife.
Max Miller is a Republican congressman from Ohio.
He is currently involved in a legal battle with his ex-wife.
Miller is seeking another term in Congress in the upcoming election.
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Many American shopping malls are changing, with some closing while others do well. Older malls like Livingston Mall are mostly empty and rundown, while upscale malls like The Mall at Short Hills attract many shoppers, especially young people.
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Livingston Mall, opened in 1972, is mostly empty and in poor condition.
Major department stores like Macy’s, Sears, and Lord & Taylor have closed at Livingston Mall.
Only a Barnes & Noble store remained at Livingston Mall but it is moving out after 18 years.
About 900 malls remain in the U.S., down from 1,100 in 2008.
Shoppers have shifted toward online shopping and away from traditional department stores.
The Mall at Short Hills, featuring high-end stores, is busy and popular, especially for teenagers.
The mall trend shows a split: upscale malls thrive while middle- and lower-income malls struggle.
The pandemic accelerated the decline of many malls.
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Four women have accused actor and musician Jared Leto of sexual misconduct that happened when they were teenagers. Leto denies these claims and says he has never sexually assaulted anyone. The BBC released a documentary presenting these allegations, but Leto did not speak to them for their report.
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Four women accused Jared Leto of sexual misconduct and assault between 2002 and 2016.
The women say they were between 16 and 19 years old at the time of the alleged incidents.
Accusations include sexual assault, statutory rape, threatening sexual assault, and explicit phone calls.
Jared Leto, 54, strongly denies all allegations, calling them false.
The BBC documentary titled "Jared Leto: Hollywood’s Dark Secret" details these claims.
The BBC says it verified the women's stories but the Associated Press could not independently confirm them.
Leto was accused last year of misconduct by nine women in a different news story, which his representative also denied.
Jared Leto is an actor, Oscar winner, and lead singer of the band Thirty Seconds to Mars.
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Elon Musk’s company xAI has filed a lawsuit against the state of Minnesota to challenge a new law that bans AI technology used to create fake nude images of real people without their permission. The law, set to take effect soon, is the first in the U.S. to target this type of AI-generated content, and xAI argues it goes too far by banning some protected images and imposing heavy fines.
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Minnesota passed a law banning AI tools that create fake nude images of real people without consent.
The law will start on a Saturday soon after the lawsuit was filed.
xAI, Elon Musk’s company, says the law is too broad and affects legal images, including those made with consent.
The law could fine companies $500,000 for each violation.
xAI’s AI chatbot and image tool, Grok, is available on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
xAI’s terms of service already ban using Grok to create illegal or harmful content, including non-consensual nudity.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison supports the law, saying AI nudification harms people emotionally and professionally.
Similar laws on AI-generated fake images have faced legal challenges in other states, like California.
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The Fifth Amendment in the U.S. Constitution protects people from being forced to testify against themselves in criminal cases. This right, part of the Bill of Rights, means a person can refuse to answer questions that might incriminate them without jurors assuming they are guilty.
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The Fifth Amendment is part of the Bill of Rights and protects against self-incrimination in criminal cases.
This amendment also guarantees due process and prevents double jeopardy, meaning a person cannot be tried twice for the same crime.
The idea of not having to testify against oneself dates back to English law from the 1600s.
"Pleading the Fifth" is a common phrase used in everyday language to avoid answering tricky questions.
The protection applies in both federal and state courts, and in civil cases the rules about refusing to testify can be different.
Jurors in criminal cases must be told they cannot assume guilt if someone refuses to testify, but they might still form their own opinions.
Witnesses can choose to plead the Fifth on some questions but still answer others, while defendants either testify fully or not at all.
The amendment is sometimes used in Congressional hearings when witnesses want to avoid self-incrimination during testimony under oath.
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President Donald Trump plans to announce a $22 billion upgrade for Washington Dulles International Airport. The renovation will remove the current “people movers” and replace them with a new passenger train, more moving walkways, and move the parking lot closer to the main terminal.
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The $22 billion project will renovate Washington Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia.
It will end the use of “people movers,” which are mobile lounges that transport passengers to and from the main terminal.
A new passenger train and more moving walkways will replace the people movers.
The airport’s parking lot will be relocated closer to the terminal.
The project is being financed by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and the airlines serving Dulles.
Dulles is about 25 miles from downtown Washington and serves as the main international airport for the Washington area.
President Trump will announce the plan in the Oval Office with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.
The airport’s current people movers system has been in use since the airport opened in 1962.
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Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh will speak after the central bank decided to keep interest rates unchanged for the fifth time. The Federal Open Market Committee held the baseline interest rate between 3.5% and 3.75%, citing uncertainty caused by rising energy prices linked to the conflict in Iran.
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The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady this time.
This is the fifth time in a row the rates have not changed.
The baseline interest rate remains between 3.5% and 3.75%.
Energy prices are rising due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.
The uncertainty around energy prices influenced the Fed’s decision.
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh will make remarks about this decision.
The Federal Open Market Committee is the group that sets these rates.
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The Metropolitan Police decided not to take further action against Green Party leader Zack Polanski after he shared a photo of a man wearing a T-shirt with a guillotine image and a slogan. The police said sharing the picture was not a crime but reported the T-shirt’s message to Avon and Somerset Police for investigation.
Key Facts
Zack Polanski re-shared a photo showing a man with a T-shirt featuring a guillotine and a slogan about Nigel.
The Metropolitan Police said sharing the photo did not break any laws.
Police believe the man wearing the T-shirt may have committed a crime.
A crime report has been sent to Avon and Somerset Police, who cover the area where the photo was taken.
Polanski said he shared the image by mistake.
A spokesperson from Reform UK expressed concern about unequal treatment in Britain.
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A community group in Cambridge is collecting unpicked blackberries from local bushes to provide free food for low-income families. They want to prevent the fruit from going to waste.
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The group is called Cambridge Sustainable Food.
They noticed many blackberries growing that were not being picked.
The group aims to rescue this fruit to help people who need free food.
The initiative is based in Cambridge, England.
It supports low-income households by offering fresh, free fruit.
The group wants to reduce food waste in the community.
This activity connects to concerns about the cost of living and food access.
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Cori Bush, a progressive former Congress member, is running again in Missouri’s 1st District against Wesley Bell, who defeated her in the 2024 Democratic primary. The primary vote on August 4 will show whether progressives or moderates have more support among Missouri Democrats ahead of the November midterm elections.
Key Facts
Cori Bush served in Congress representing Missouri’s 1st District from 2021 to 2025.
Wesley Bell, a moderate and local prosecutor, defeated Bush in the 2024 primary.
Outside groups, including the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), heavily supported Bell in 2024.
Bush voted against President Donald Trump’s bipartisan infrastructure bill, which Bell criticized.
A recent internal poll showed Bell with a slight lead (44% to 40%) over Bush among likely Democratic voters.
Prediction markets currently favor Bell to win the primary, but Bush had a lead a month ago.
The winner of the Democratic primary is very likely to win the general election in this heavily Democratic district.
Progressive leaders like Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Rashida Tlaib support Bush, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and AIPAC support Bell.
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The article explains that travelers need the right identification (ID) to fly, especially before the school vacation ends. Without a proper ID, passengers might face problems when boarding flights.
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Many families are planning vacations before school starts.
Travelers must have a compliant form of ID to fly on commercial flights.
A compliant ID means it meets government standards for security checks.
Without the right ID, passengers could be denied boarding.
It is important to check if your ID meets the current rules before traveling.
The article encourages readers to verify their ID early to avoid travel disruptions.
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CAF Bank in Kent has suspended its online banking services since July 24 due to suspected cyber fraud affecting over 14,000 charities. This disruption has made it hard for some charities to pay staff and suppliers on time.
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CAF Bank serves more than 14,000 charities across the UK.
Online banking services have been suspended since July 24 because of suspected cyber fraud.
Some charities, like 21 Together in Maidstone, are worried they may not pay their workers on time.
Staff at affected charities have had trouble reaching CAF Bank for help.
CAF Bank is owned by the Charities Aid Foundation.
The bank says the main banking system is not affected, only the online service.
The bank is working with experts to fix a third-party software issue connected to the online portal.
CAF Bank is prioritizing urgent payments such as payroll, even though online access remains unavailable.
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President Donald Trump’s government faces longstanding challenges in fixing England’s adult social care system, which has seen many failed reform attempts over decades. Andy Burnham, a British politician, recently gave a speech promising renewed efforts to improve social care with plans for a National Care Service and better support for care workers and unpaid carers.
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England’s adult social care system has been difficult to reform, with 22 official reviews in 30 years ending without major changes.
Andy Burnham, former UK health and social care secretary, spoke about plans to accelerate a review of social care led by Louise Casey.
The review’s recommendations for a National Care Service will be published within 12 months.
Burnham supports improving care quality, better NHS cooperation, and increased pay and training for social care workers.
He opposes profiteering by private care providers but is not against private companies providing care.
There will be more support for unpaid carers who often face heavy burdens.
Burnham believes political leaders have avoided fixing social care for years due to fear of controversy and political risk.
He hinted at the possibility of raising taxes to fund social care reforms but did not give clear details.
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The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged for the fifth time in a row, holding them between 3.5% and 3.75%. This decision comes as inflation has slowed but remains above the Fed’s target, and concerns about rising oil prices due to the conflict in the Middle East remain.
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The US Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at 3.5% to 3.75%.
This is the fifth consecutive time rates have been held steady this year.
Inflation slowed to 3.5% in the year ending June but is still above the 2% goal.
Nine policymakers voted to keep rates steady; three preferred a small rate increase.
Rising energy prices, partly due to Middle East tensions, are contributing to ongoing inflation.
Higher interest rates make loans and credit more expensive but can improve savings returns.
There is uncertainty about how the conflict between the US and Iran may affect future prices.
The Federal Reserve described inflation as still “elevated” despite recent improvements.
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Some leading researchers from big artificial intelligence (AI) companies want to slow down how fast AI is being developed. This comes as Sam Altman, a top AI leader, meets with lawmakers to talk about AI’s future.
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Researchers from major AI companies are asking for a pause or slowdown in AI progress.
They are concerned about the rapid pace of AI development.
Sam Altman, who is a key figure in the AI field, is meeting with government lawmakers.
The goal of these talks is to discuss how to manage AI safely.
The development of AI is growing quickly, raising questions about impacts and risks.
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Alex Jones, a former supporter of President Donald Trump, called on Congress to impeach the president or use the 25th Amendment because of the growing conflict with Iran. Jones said the White House is overstepping its powers and pushing the U.S. toward a full-scale war without proper approval from Congress.
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Alex Jones criticized President Trump over actions related to the conflict with Iran.
Jones urged Congress to start impeachment or use the 25th Amendment, which allows for removing a president if they are unfit.
He warned the administration is preparing for a national military draft.
Jones said the president’s support for the National Defense Authorization Act and lack of formal war approval breaks the Constitution and War Powers rules.
Democrats have previously tried to remove President Trump over Iran strikes.
Some lawmakers are concerned about the war expanding without Congress’s permission.
Jones said the public is realizing the risks and called on Americans to oppose more conflict.
Newsweek asked the White House for a comment, but none was reported yet.
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Google is expanding its Play Age Signals API worldwide, a tool that helps app developers confirm the age range of users without asking for IDs or selfies. This system works with Google’s Family Link app, letting parents set age ranges for their children’s accounts to control app content. The rollout aims to help Google and app developers follow new laws requiring age verification in some US states and other countries.
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The Play Age Signals API lets developers verify user age ranges without needing ID or selfie checks.
It works by linking to Google’s Family Link app, where parents can set age ranges for their kids’ accounts.
Age ranges are flexible and change as children grow older.
Using this system is optional for parents and can be turned off anytime.
The API began testing in Brazil and is now rolling out globally, including the US, Canada, and Australia.
Some US states (Texas, Louisiana, Utah) have laws forcing app stores to verify user ages.
The system relies on voluntary sharing of age info and does not fully prevent minors from accessing adult content.
Developers must choose to use the API, but some laws require them to apply age checks in their apps.
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The Federal Reserve decided to keep its interest rates unchanged, despite some officials wanting to raise them. The central bank left its main borrowing cost target at 3.5% to 3.75% because they see the economy growing steadily but remain cautious due to global uncertainties like the conflict in the Middle East.
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The Federal Reserve's rate target remains between 3.5% and 3.75%, unchanged since December.
Three Fed officials wanted to increase rates by 0.25 percentage points, but nine, including Chairman Kevin Warsh, voted to keep rates steady.
The decision was expected by most market watchers, though there was some chance (about 33%) of a rate hike before the meeting.
The Fed noted the economy is growing steadily despite uncertainty partly caused by the Middle East conflict.
Inflation, measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index, has stayed above the Fed’s 2% goal every month since March 2021.
Some officials worry continuous high inflation could hurt the Fed’s credibility in controlling prices.
Warsh prefers open debate within the Fed, not predictable policy decisions.
The Commerce Department is due to release data on income and spending, which may influence future Fed actions.
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The U.S. Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates steady at 3.50-3.75% due to ongoing inflation pressures, especially from higher fuel prices linked to tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The Fed aims to bring inflation down to its 2% target while navigating uncertain economic factors and has removed its usual forward guidance under new Chairman Kevin Warsh.
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The Federal Reserve held interest rates at 3.50-3.75% during its latest meeting.
Inflation remains above the 2% goal, partly because of supply shocks and rising energy prices.
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh has stopped giving forward guidance, which usually helps predict future rate moves.
Three members of the 12-person Federal Reserve committee voted to raise rates by 0.25%.
Consumer inflation fell by 0.4% in June, the first monthly decline since April 2020.
Annual inflation is 3.5%, down from 4.2% in May, but still higher than desired.
Gas prices rose to an average of $4.09 per gallon, up from $3.86 last month and $2.98 in February.
Consumer confidence has dropped for three months in a row, reflecting economic concerns.
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The US Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged, resisting President Donald Trump’s calls to lower them. The Fed’s decision comes amid mixed signals from inflation data and rising energy prices linked to tensions in the Middle East.
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The Federal Reserve left interest rates steady at 3.5% to 3.75% for the fifth time since December.
The decision was made with a 9-3 vote; three members wanted to raise rates by 0.25%.
Cooler inflation data earlier lowered chances of a rate hike, but rising energy costs support a possible increase.
Kevin Warsh is the new Fed chair and is introducing changes to how the Fed communicates and makes decisions.
The ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran has caused energy prices to rise in the US.
President Trump continues to push for lower interest rates, suggesting the US should have “the lowest rates in the world.”
Warsh has expressed confidence in his fellow Fed board members and their commitment to controlling inflation.
Half of the Fed's members now expect at least one rate hike by the end of the year, reversing earlier predictions of rate cuts.
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