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A widespread outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite found on fresh fruits and vegetables, has caused many Americans to avoid eating produce. The outbreak has led to over 11,500 reported illnesses across 41 states, with investigations pointing to contaminated lettuce as a major source.
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Cyclospora is a parasite that spreads through contaminated fresh produce.
Over 11,500 cases of illness have been reported in 41 states, with more than 300 hospitalizations.
The largest outbreak is linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms sold at Taco Bell and other places.
Michigan alone has reported 9,253 cases as of July 27.
About 40% of Americans have reduced their consumption of fruits and vegetables due to the outbreak.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have faced staff cuts of 20-25% recently.
A new FDA rule on food traceability, which could help identify sources of outbreaks faster, has been delayed.
Critics say federal leadership and response to the outbreak have been poorly managed.
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The United States left a United Nations Security Council meeting after France criticized the U.S. vote against extending the term of the UN human rights chief. This incident highlighted tensions between the two allies over human rights issues and differing views on the UN rights chief’s role.
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The US walked out during a UN Security Council meeting when France spoke about Ukraine and human rights.
France compared the US vote on the human rights chief's term extension to votes by Russia, North Korea, and other authoritarian countries.
The US voted against extending Volker Turk’s mandate as the UN human rights chief for four more years.
France and other countries supported extending Turk’s term; the UN General Assembly voted 144 in favor, 10 against, and 13 abstained.
The US said Turk criticizes democratic countries like the US and Israel while ignoring abuses by oppressive regimes.
The US walkout was a protest against what it called France's disrespectful and political comments.
The dispute reveals deeper strains between the Trump administration and the United Nations, with Washington reducing funding and withdrawing from many UN bodies.
The UN views the human rights post as very important amid rising global influence of autocratic governments.
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T-Mobile users across the United States experienced a large outage on Monday afternoon, with many unable to use their phones normally. A website tracking outages reported over 21,000 complaints, especially in major cities like New York City, Chicago, and Minneapolis.
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The outage occurred on a Monday afternoon and affected many areas nationwide.
More than 21,000 outage complaints were reported by 4:16 p.m. ET on the tracking website DownDetector.
The cities with the most complaints included New York City, Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis, and others.
Users saw "SOS" or "SOS Only" on their phone screens, meaning they could only make emergency calls.
"SOS" appears when the phone cannot connect to its normal network but can still call emergency services.
T-Mobile did not respond to requests for comment before publication.
Additional cities affected included Seattle, West Sacramento, Irvine, Albuquerque, Orlando, and St. Louis.
The outage prevented regular calls, texts, and mobile data until service was restored.
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Bryan Kohberger, convicted of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, has asked to withdraw his guilty plea and get a new trial. He claims he pleaded guilty because he got bad legal advice, but the state and victims’ families oppose this request.
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Kohberger was found guilty of breaking into a house and killing four college students with knives.
The victims were Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin.
Kohberger says he is innocent and wants to plead not guilty now.
He is representing himself in court to request a new trial.
The victims’ families and Idaho’s attorney general oppose the new trial request.
Kohberger is serving four consecutive life sentences without parole and 10 more years for burglary.
Evidence against him included DNA on a knife at the scene and surveillance video near the house.
Kohberger was arrested in Pennsylvania about a month after the killings while visiting his father.
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President Donald Trump’s administration asked the Supreme Court to review a court decision blocking parts of his executive order on mail-in voting and voter lists. The order directs new rules for mail ballots and asks Homeland Security to create state lists of eligible voters, but 23 states challenged it as unlawful before the upcoming election.
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President Trump signed the executive order in March 2024.
The order requires Homeland Security to create lists of eligible voters for each state.
It also directs the U.S. Postal Service to set new rules for mail-in ballots, like using specific envelopes.
Twenty-three states and Washington D.C. sued, saying the order is illegal.
A federal judge blocked parts of the order from taking effect in those states for the November 2024 election.
A federal appeals court upheld the block, preventing the order’s implementation.
The Trump administration argues the court’s block is premature because agencies are still planning how to carry out the order.
The administration says the order is aimed at protecting election integrity and directing lawful action by federal agencies.
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Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts woman, is on trial for the murder of her three children in January 2023. Her ex-husband said her mental health worsened in the months before the deaths, while prosecutors say she planned the killings and her defense argues she suffered from psychosis.
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Lindsay Clancy is charged with three counts of first-degree murder for killing her children aged 5, 3, and 8 months.
Clancy has pleaded not guilty but admits to carrying out the acts.
Her ex-husband, Patrick Clancy, testified she was very depressed and her mental health declined sharply in December 2022.
Prosecutors say she deliberately and rationally planned the murders.
The defense claims she experienced postpartum psychosis, a rare mental illness that can cause hallucinations and confusion after childbirth.
Clancy attempted suicide after the killings and was hospitalized.
The trial will last several weeks with witnesses including psychiatrists, family, and law enforcement.
Postpartum psychosis affects about 1 in 1,000 mothers and is considered a medical emergency.
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President Donald Trump was interrupted by protesters chanting "pedophile protector" during a speech in Michigan. The disruption relates to criticism over the handling of documents connected to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender who died in jail.
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The chant interrupted President Trump’s speech but he continued after a brief pause.
Videos show the disruption happening while Trump was speaking in Michigan.
Protesters’ remarks relate to pressure for releasing more documents about Jeffrey Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in jail in 2019 while awaiting charges.
Trump referred to someone as "a communist" during the event.
The crowd responded with chants of "USA! USA!" after the interruption.
It is unclear if protesters were removed from the event.
Earlier this year, a similar protest occurred during Trump’s visit to a Ford facility in Dearborn.
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A recent analysis shows that redistricting done by Republican leaders in the middle of the current decade created a U.S. House map similar to the one from 2018, when Democrats won the majority. Although the new map is more favorable to Republicans than in 2024, it still resembles the past map where Democrats held the majority.
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Republican-led redistricting took place mid-decade, changing district boundaries.
The new 2025-2026 House map is more Republican-leaning than the 2024 map.
Despite this, the map's overall shape and competitiveness are close to the 2018 map.
In 2018, Democrats won the majority of seats in the House of Representatives.
The "median House seat" is a term used to measure which party has an advantage based on presidential voting patterns.
Redistricting influences which party has a better chance of winning more seats.
These changes can affect future elections and party control in the House.
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A confirmed tornado struck northeastern Wisconsin on Monday, causing extensive damage in the Appleton and Menasha areas. Emergency crews responded quickly, and officials reported no confirmed fatalities or major injuries as they continued assessing the damage and restoring services.
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The tornado hit Winnebago County near Appleton around midday.
The National Weather Service issued a "take cover now" tornado warning as the storm moved at 40 miles per hour.
Severe weather, including large hail and strong winds, continued in the region with additional tornado warnings issued.
Significant damage occurred to buildings, trees, and power lines in Menasha and Appleton.
Emergency teams focused on safety, clearing debris, and addressing hazards like natural gas leaks.
Thousands of residents lost electricity, with more than 15,000 power outages reported in surrounding counties.
Officials urged people to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel while recovery work is underway.
Damage surveys are planned to determine the tornado’s strength and path.
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Britain’s Supreme Court decided that Bahrain cannot use state immunity to stop a lawsuit by two Bahraini activists living in the UK who say their computers were hacked with spyware. The court ruled that because the activists and their devices were in the UK when the spying happened, the case can continue in British courts.
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Two Bahraini activists living in the UK sued Bahrain for using spyware on their computers in 2011.
The spyware, called FinSpy, can track locations, record keystrokes, and monitor activities remotely.
Bahrain tried to claim state immunity, saying the spying happened outside UK jurisdiction.
Both the High Court and Court of Appeal in London rejected Bahrain’s immunity claim before the Supreme Court upheld that decision.
The Supreme Court ruled 3-2 that the spying counted as an act done in the UK because the activists and their computers were in Britain.
This ruling allows the lawsuit to move forward to trial in the UK.
The case adds to similar global legal actions against states and companies accused of spying on critics using spyware.
Human rights groups have accused Bahrain of spying on dissidents and journalists in the past.
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Apple has released minor updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS version 26.6, focusing mainly on fixing bugs and improving security. These updates prepare devices for the upcoming major iOS and macOS 27 releases, expected later this year.
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Apple released version 26.6 updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS.
These updates include many security fixes, with over 150 for macOS 26.6.
Apple also released security updates for older macOS versions 14.8.8 and 15.7.8.
The updates contain mostly minor bug fixes and improvements, not new features.
iOS and iPadOS 26.6 updates prepare the Spotlight search system for iOS 27.
A new alert warns users when they have reached the maximum number of blocked contacts.
The major updates iOS 27 and macOS 27 will bring Siri AI and improvements to the Liquid Glass design.
Apple typically releases major OS updates like these in the fall.
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Construction on the new 2 World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan has reached an important stage nearly 25 years after the 9/11 attacks. The 55-story building will be the future global headquarters for American Express and is expected to be finished by 2031.
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The 2 World Trade Center will replace the second original twin tower destroyed on 9/11.
The building is 1,226 feet tall with 55 floors.
American Express will be the sole owner and occupant of the tower.
Construction started recently and the building is expected to reach its full height by 2029.
The tower features outdoor terraces and gardens integrated throughout its structure.
It will be an all-electric building designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind.
Rainwater will be collected to help cool the building and water nearby green spaces.
The project is part of the ongoing redevelopment of Lower Manhattan, which has transformed from mainly a financial district to a vibrant residential area.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune responded to President Donald Trump's repeated requests to cancel the Senate’s August break until a voting law called the SAVE America Act passes. Thune said he supports the bill only if there is a clear way to get it passed but is unsure if that is possible.
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President Trump wants the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act before the August recess.
The SAVE America Act includes a proof-of-citizenship requirement for voting.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he would back the bill if there is a way to pass it.
Thune questioned whether it is possible to find a path to pass the bill.
Thune’s remarks came after the president’s call to cancel the Senate break.
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House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries made affordability the main focus of the Democratic campaign for the upcoming midterm elections. He said the party wants to lower the cost of living and improve things like jobs, housing, healthcare, and education if they regain control of the House of Representatives.
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Jeffries launched the “Fighting for an Affordable America” agenda in Pennsylvania, targeting Republican-held districts.
He emphasized that hardworking Americans should be able to live middle-class, affordable lives.
The speech focused on the rising costs of groceries, housing, and healthcare.
Jeffries blamed higher costs on President Trump and Republican control of Congress.
He promised to reduce prices and protect programs like Medicare and Social Security if Democrats win.
Jeffries also pledged to fight corruption by banning stock trading by top officials and investigating wrongdoing.
Many Americans feel squeezed by inflation, with grocery prices up 33% since 2019 and housing costs increasing.
Polls show most Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the cost of living issue.
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President Trump spoke at a rally in Michigan, warning about communism before the state's Democratic Senate primary. He did not mention individual candidates but criticized the Democratic Party in general.
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President Trump held a campaign-style event in Milford, Michigan.
The event took place just before Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary.
He warned about the threat of communism in his speech.
Trump did not name Democratic Senate candidates Haley Stevens or Abdul El-Sayed.
He described Democrats broadly as communists.
The rally was part of his effort to influence voters before the primary.
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President Donald Trump visited a General Motors plant in Michigan to promote his economic policies focused on boosting manufacturing jobs. Despite this, his approval rating in Michigan has dropped significantly, partly due to economic concerns like rising gas prices and trade uncertainties.
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Michigan was once central to U.S. manufacturing, home to three major automakers: GM, Ford, and Stellantis.
Globalization in the 1980s and 1990s led to many factory closures and job losses in Michigan.
President Trump won Michigan in 2016, lost it in 2020, and reclaimed it in the 2024 election.
Trump’s approval rating in Michigan fell to 33% recently, down from 49.73% less than two years earlier.
The White House highlights billions in investments in Michigan’s auto industry.
Trump calls the U.S. the “hottest country” for investment, but many Michigan voters don’t see economic improvements in daily life.
Trade tensions with Canada, including tariffs, have caused uncertainty in Michigan’s economy.
Michigan is a key swing state with an important Senate seat up for election in November, currently held by a retiring Democrat.
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported that the Gulf of Maine is currently experiencing a slowdown in warming after over a decade of rapid temperature increases. However, the ecosystem remains unstable due to ongoing climate changes that affect fish populations and the fishing industry in Maine.
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Some Maine fishing ports like Stonington, Harpswell, and Friendship are busier now than about 20 years ago, likely due to high lobster prices.
The Gulf of Maine’s water temperatures cooled slightly in 2024 and 2025 after many years of rapid warming.
Scientists predict the ocean will warm again this fall and continue warming over the long term because of greenhouse gases from burning fossil fuels.
The Gulf of Maine ecosystem is unstable, affecting fish species, fishing communities, and social structures related to fishing.
NOAA’s report involved over 100 scientists and included a new section forecasting ocean conditions for the year ahead.
The warming and cooling of Gulf of Maine waters are influenced by the Gulf Stream and Labrador Current ocean currents.
Temperature changes are shifting where fish and other marine species live, creating challenges for fisheries management.
Fishing experts say diversifying fishing businesses is important to adapt to these ongoing environmental changes.
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An 18-year-old from Georgia pleaded guilty to carrying a loaded shotgun illegally on Capitol grounds and possessing child pornography. He was arrested after running toward the U.S. Capitol wearing body armor and camouflage and is set to be sentenced in December.
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Carter Camacho, 18, from Smyrna, Georgia, pleaded guilty to illegal weapon possession and child pornography charges.
He was arrested on February 17 outside the U.S. Capitol with a loaded shotgun, body armor, and camouflage clothing.
Camacho said he wanted to scare members of Congress into “speaking the truth.”
He was stopped by Capitol Police before entering the building, and no one was hurt.
Police found child pornography on his phone during the investigation.
Camacho told officers he bought the shotgun for home defense less than a week before the Capitol incident.
He also had pepper spray and other tactical gear in his car.
U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta will sentence him on December 8, and Camacho has been in jail since his arrest.
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A top Democrat in the U.S. House, Jamie Raskin, is investigating FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his connections with President Donald Trump and the Trump administration. The inquiry seeks documents and an interview about gifts, payments, and FIFA’s office space in Trump Tower.
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Jamie Raskin leads a House investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino about his ties to President Trump.
The investigation requests documents on gifts, payments, or benefits given to Trump or his associates.
FIFA opened an office in Trump Tower in New York last July.
President Trump received a new "FIFA peace prize" at a World Cup event held at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
Trump contacted Infantino to help overturn a red-card suspension of U.S. player Folarin Balogun during the World Cup.
FIFA’s ticket pricing during the World Cup drew criticism and is being examined by multiple U.S. state attorneys general.
The investigation letter references past corruption investigations involving FIFA officials and questions Infantino’s actions to reduce ethical oversight.
The requested documents and interview must be provided by August 9, but Infantino is not legally required to appear without bipartisan support in Congress.
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A man from Nova Scotia named Brandon Klayme was wrongly convicted and spent 18 months in prison due to a mistake involving a missing underscore in a username. The police confused two similar usernames in a child-luring case, which led to his arrest despite no evidence linking him to the crime. His conviction was overturned after the error was discovered during his appeal.
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The case started in 2018 after a 12-year-old girl in Wisconsin communicated with an adult on the messaging app Kik.
Police sought information on a username with two underscores: “fus__ro_dah,” but mistakenly requested info on “fus_ro_dah” with only one underscore.
Kik provided data linked to Brandon Klayme in Canada, who was then investigated and arrested.
No evidence of the crime was found on Klayme’s devices, and there was no proof he accessed Kik during the relevant time.
Klayme was charged with luring a child under 14, providing sexually explicit material to a child, and possession of child pornography.
Despite the lack of evidence, Klayme was convicted in 2023 and served 18 months in prison in 2024.
The username mistake was found during his appeal process, leading the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal to overturn his conviction.
The court stated that Klayme was factually innocent and should never have been charged or convicted.
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