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After several nights of U.S. military strikes, Iran attacked U.S. bases in Jordan and Kuwait. At the same time, Yemen’s Houthi rebels hit Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, which has escalated tensions in the Middle East. The U.S. government’s exact plan to reach a deal with Iran remains unclear.
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The U.S. has conducted multiple strikes over twelve nights against targets related to Iran.
Iran responded by attacking U.S. military bases located in Jordan and Kuwait.
Iran claims several military assets were destroyed in its attacks.
Houthi rebels from Yemen attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.
The attacks have increased conflict and tensions in the Middle East region.
The U.S. government has not clearly explained its strategy for making a deal with Iran.
The conflict involves multiple countries including the U.S., Iran, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Kuwait, and Yemen.
Recent related news mentions U.S. nuclear cooperation with Saudi Arabia and ongoing funding requests for the Iran war.
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Yemen's Houthi rebels have attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. The Houthis, supported by Iran, may be opening a new area of conflict linked to ongoing tensions between the US and Iran.
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The Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for attacking two Saudi oil tankers.
These attacks happened in the Red Sea, near Yemen.
The Houthis receive support from Iran.
The events could expand the war involving the US and Iran into the Red Sea region.
The conflict between the US and Iran has involved other recent military and diplomatic actions.
The Red Sea is a key shipping route for oil transport in the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia is a main target due to its role as a major oil producer.
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Tenisha Warner, widow of actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, spoke about her grief one year after his death by drowning at age 54 while on vacation in Costa Rica. She shared how she is coping as a single mother and honoring his legacy through a storytelling project for children and parents.
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner died by drowning in Costa Rica last summer at age 54.
Tenisha Warner, his widow, was with their 8-year-old daughter during the vacation.
Warner described the day of his death as the worst day of her life and said her body went through shock.
She kept her grief private initially but later shared publicly on social media to connect with others.
Warner and Malcolm-Jamal Warner married in 2022 and kept their family life mostly private.
People admired Malcolm-Jamal Warner not just for his fame but for the way he touched their lives.
Tenisha Warner feels her husband's presence at home and does not want to move away despite the pain.
She created "River and Ember," a storytelling kit with emotional rituals to help children and parents, inspired by her late husband’s values.
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A 5.0 magnitude earthquake occurred northwest of Miami, Texas, with its center about 23 miles south-southeast of Spearman at a depth of roughly 3.5 miles. No damage or aftershocks have been reported so far.
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The earthquake measured 5.0 in magnitude.
Its epicenter was near Miami, Texas, specifically 23 miles south-southeast of Spearman.
The quake's depth was about 3.5 miles underground.
No damage has been reported at this time.
No aftershocks have been recorded yet, but they are still possible.
Information comes from the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The event was reported on July 23, 2026.
This is a developing story, and updates may follow.
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An Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo and Uganda has killed more than 1,000 people since it began in May 2026. Health officials are working to control the virus, which does not have any approved vaccines or treatments, but the outbreak is still spreading mainly in Congo’s Ituri province.
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The outbreak was declared on May 15, 2026.
Over 2,500 confirmed Ebola cases and more than 1,000 deaths have been reported.
Most cases (about 90%) are in Ituri province, eastern Congo.
There are confirmed cases in five other provinces in Congo and in Uganda.
Ebola spreads through direct contact with infected people or their body fluids.
Contact tracing is only monitoring around 77% of known contacts, below the 95% needed to stop the spread.
The World Health Organization (WHO) says the risk is very high inside Congo and high in Uganda but low globally.
Scientists still do not know how the outbreak started, and most infections come from unknown transmission chains.
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A Greek court refused to send James Dalamangas to Australia, where he is wanted for a 1999 nightclub murder, because the legal time limit to prosecute the crime has ended. Dalamangas was arrested in Greece for having illegal weapons and giving false information but was released pending the court’s extradition decision.
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James Dalamangas is wanted in Australia for a stabbing death in 1999.
Greek police arrested him for illegal weapons possession and false testimony.
The court said the 25-year statute of limitations in Greece had expired for the murder case.
Dalamangas denies the murder charges and argues against extradition as a Greek citizen.
Australian police had offered a $140,000 reward for his arrest.
The appeals court in Patra, Greece, made the extradition decision.
The crime happened in a Sydney nightclub.
Dalamangas was released from custody until the court ruled on extradition.
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A gas explosion in a hydropower tunnel in Sikkim, India, killed 25 workers. Rescue teams recovered all missing workers over four days and then ended the operations. Authorities are investigating the cause and planning safety improvements.
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The explosion happened on Monday inside the Teesta Hydroelectric Project tunnel, 40 kilometers south of Gangtok.
Methane gas buildup triggered the blast, trapping many workers underground.
Rescue teams worked for four days amid dangerous poisonous gas conditions.
The final death toll is 25 workers.
A high-level government committee was set up to investigate the accident.
The Teesta River basin is seismically active with fragile rock and underground gas pockets, making tunnel work risky.
Construction accidents like this are common in India due to fast infrastructure growth and challenging geology.
Past regional accidents include a 2023 tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand and a 2026 coal mine explosion in Meghalaya.
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Supporters across India are sending food through delivery apps to protesters in New Delhi who are part of the "Cockroach" movement. This youth-led protest demands the resignation of the Education Minister over exam paper leaks and calls for government accountability.
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The "Cockroach" movement began after leaks of important medical college and government job exam papers in India.
The protest is based at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and has grown to include students, young professionals, and parents.
Police recently used tear gas and batons to stop protesters from marching toward Parliament.
Supporters from across India are ordering food deliveries to sustain the protesters at the site.
Volunteers distribute the food and drinks received from these donations to those at the protest.
Many supporters who send food have never visited the protest site but want to show their support.
The movement is seen as a significant challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.
The protest has expanded from exam issues to a broader demand for government accountability.
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Food insecurity in Gaza has improved since famine was declared last year, thanks to reduced fighting and increased aid access. However, living conditions remain very difficult, and any interruptions in aid could quickly cause the situation to worsen again.
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Gaza’s food crisis has improved but remains at a crisis level.
Reduced violence and Israel allowing more humanitarian aid helped improve food access.
About 2.1 million people live in Gaza under difficult conditions.
Over 1,185 people have died from Israeli strikes since an October 2025 ceasefire.
Gaza faces poor living conditions, including damaged infrastructure and disease outbreaks.
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) measures hunger in five levels, with Gaza governorates mostly at Phase 3 (crisis) and some areas at Phase 4 (emergency).
Last year, Gaza City was classified under famine conditions, the first in the Middle East.
Israel had blocked most aid from March to mid-May 2025 but later allowed more to enter.
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President Donald Trump said that the U.S. nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia requires Saudi Arabia to normalize relations with Israel under the Abraham Accords. The deal, which involves building a civilian nuclear program, does not allow uranium enrichment for weapons but raises concerns among experts about possible future risks.
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President Trump stated the Saudi nuclear deal depends on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords, which means normalizing ties with Israel.
The agreement does not allow uranium enrichment, which is needed to make nuclear weapons.
Some experts worry the deal lacks strong safeguards to prevent uranium enrichment to weapons-grade levels.
Saudi Arabia wants Israel to recognize a path to Palestinian statehood before normalizing relations.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opposes the idea of Palestinian statehood.
The nuclear program deal is expected to last 30 years and involve U.S. companies.
The agreement may allow uranium enrichment after a joint study but currently excludes extra monitoring by the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Saudi Arabia sees the deal as a way to develop new energy sources and expand cooperation with the U.S.
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The European Central Bank (ECB) kept its main interest rate at 2.25% due to uncertainty about how unstable oil prices will affect inflation. The ECB is waiting to see more data before deciding on future rate changes, as oil prices have been swinging because of conflicts affecting oil shipping routes.
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The ECB kept its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.25% on Thursday.
The previous meeting on June 11 saw a 0.25% rate increase to fight inflation caused by rising oil prices.
Oil prices have been unstable due to the US-Iran conflict and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route.
A ceasefire was announced but quickly fell apart, causing oil prices to drop then rise again.
Inflation in the eurozone was 2.8% annually in June, down from 3.2% in May.
ECB President Christine Lagarde said the bank decides on rates meeting by meeting based on new data.
Brent crude oil prices rose above $98 per barrel following renewed conflict and attacks near key shipping routes.
The ECB may consider raising rates again at its next meeting on September 10.
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This article gives practical advice on how to start biking to work, stay safe while riding, and arrive looking neat at your job. It explains that you don’t need expensive gear or top physical fitness to bike commute, and offers tips for carrying clothes, washing up, and using safety equipment.
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Michael Roper, 72, enjoys biking to his pub in Chicago as a healthy and pleasant commute.
You don’t have to buy fancy bikes or gear; bike-sharing programs and secondhand bikes are options.
Cyclist Natalie Frank got a free road bike from a friend and fills its tires at free city pumps.
Many bike commuters carry spare clothes and change at work to look presentable after riding.
Panniers (bicycle storage bags) can help carry work clothes and avoid sweaty backpacks.
Some cyclists use showers at work or keep body wipes, deodorant, and cleanse wipes to freshen up.
Helmets, bright clothing, and reflective vests are recommended for safety on the road.
Rain gear that fits over a helmet helps protect from wet weather during commutes.
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Amish Shah won the Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, defeating the candidate supported by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC). He will face Republican Jay Feely, who is endorsed by President Donald Trump, in a closely watched race that could affect which party controls the House after the 2026 elections.
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Amish Shah, an emergency physician and former state lawmaker, won the Democratic primary with 39.5% of the vote.
Marlene Galán-Woods, backed by the DCCC, received 34.3% of the vote.
Republican Jay Feely won his party’s primary with 49.8%, beating two other Republicans.
The district is open because Republican David Schweikert is running for governor instead.
Prediction markets give Shah about a 66-75% chance of winning the general election.
Public polls show a very close race, with some showing Feely tied with or ahead of a generic Democrat.
A recent poll showed Feely’s favorability improved after voters learned more about his background in football and broadcasting.
This race is one of several key contests that will help decide which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Many companies invest a lot in artificial intelligence (AI) but see little improvement in productivity or benefits. The main issue is that businesses are not using their own valuable data with AI because they fear legal and security risks, making it harder to gain real advantages.
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Around 70% of businesses use AI today.
Over 80% say AI has not improved their productivity or workforce.
Companies have lots of customer, financial, healthcare, and proprietary data that could improve AI results.
Legal and reputation risks make companies hesitant to use sensitive data.
Employees often use AI on their own without proper security controls, a problem called "shadow AI."
Locking down data too tightly prevents AI from creating value.
The real challenge is balancing data privacy with AI innovation.
New technologies can protect data while allowing companies to use it safely with AI.
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A new outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite that causes stomach illness, is being investigated by U.S. health officials. The largest outbreak has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell in five states, while a second outbreak affecting 72 people is under review but its source is not yet known.
Key Facts
Cyclospora cases have surged across the U.S., with over 4,000 confirmed cases and 7,000 more possible cases reported since May 1, 2026.
Michigan has the highest number of cases, with over 7,100 reported, including at least 102 hospitalizations.
Other states heavily affected include Ohio (2,200+ cases), Indiana (594 cases), New York (517 cases), Kentucky (192 cases), and Oklahoma (172 cases).
The CDC notes reported cases are often delayed by about six weeks from when people get sick to when cases are confirmed.
The FDA is investigating a new cyclospora outbreak involving 72 people, but has not yet found the contaminated food source or named the states affected.
A separate outbreak was traced to shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms de Mexico served at Taco Bell in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia.
Taylor Farms has voluntarily recalled all iceberg lettuce from central Mexico sold in the U.S. as a precaution.
Cyclospora infection often goes unreported because some people recover without medical care or testing.
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing over $1 trillion for military spending. A key part of the bill, Section 219, increases military cooperation between the U.S. and Israel by creating a Pentagon coordinator to speed up joint research and development of new technologies and coordinate joint training.
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The NDAA passed the House by a narrow vote of 216 to 212.
The bill sets U.S. defense funding and policies for fiscal year 2027, with more than $1 trillion authorized.
Section 219 focuses on expanding U.S.-Israel collaboration in military technology and defense.
A Pentagon official will oversee development of technologies with Israel and manage their military use.
Areas of cooperation include drone defense, air defense, artificial intelligence, cyber warfare, and biotechnology.
The NDAA includes plans for joint U.S.-Israeli military training exercises and exchanging information on shared technologies.
Some Democrats expressed concerns that the bill could risk U.S. sovereignty by closely integrating with Israel’s military.
Lobby group AIPAC supports the bill, saying it will help both nations stay ahead of new global threats with cutting-edge technology.
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Children in the poorest areas of England are 40% more likely to go to the hospital because of lung infections than those in richer areas. Experts say this is linked to worse air pollution and poor housing conditions in these poorer neighborhoods.
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In 2024-25, about 1,941 out of every 100,000 children in the poorest areas were hospitalized for lung infections.
In the richest areas, this number was lower, at 1,380 out of every 100,000 children.
These infections include illnesses like flu, pneumonia, and other upper and lower respiratory infections.
Poorer areas also have more problems like damp, mould, and outdated heating, which can harm children’s lung health.
Air pollution is a major cause of health problems and is worse in deprived neighborhoods.
Air pollution contributes to about 43,000 deaths a year in the UK and can slow lung growth in children.
Experts call for stronger laws to reduce air pollution, especially to protect children in the poorest areas.
Improving air quality and housing conditions could help reduce health differences between rich and poor children.
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The European Union fined Google 890 million euros ($1 billion) for breaking digital competition rules by favoring its own apps and services on Google Play and its search engine. This fine is part of the EU’s efforts to ensure fair competition among tech companies using the Digital Markets Act.
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The EU fined Google 890 million euros ($1 billion) for unfairly promoting its own services.
The fine is related to the Digital Markets Act, which started in 2024 to regulate big tech companies.
Google recently lost an appeal against a previous $4.5 billion fine for exploiting its mobile Android system.
The EU threatens additional fines if Google does not comply within 60 days.
This fine is the largest imposed on one company under the Digital Markets Act so far.
Google said it will have to remove popular search features in Europe due to the ruling.
The EU has fined Google more than 8 billion euros in the past for antitrust violations.
The EU and the US are in talks to address differences over digital market rules, but no agreement has been reached yet.
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Senator Rand Paul said the United States is in a worse position now than before President Trump started the military conflict with Iran in late February. Senator Paul has consistently voted to end U.S. troop involvement in the Iran conflict.
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Senator Rand Paul is from Kentucky and is a Republican.
He has voted multiple times to withdraw U.S. troops from the Iran conflict.
President Trump began a military action involving Iran in late February.
Senator Paul says the conflict with Iran has not been successful.
He told reporters that the U.S. is worse off than before the war started.
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