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A woman who had an infection called cyclosporiasis said it made her very weak. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported more than 4,000 confirmed cases of this illness.
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Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite.
The parasite can make people feel very weak.
The CDC tracks and confirms cases of this infection.
There are over 4,000 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis in the U.S. at this time.
The CDC provides updates and information about the illness.
Cyclosporiasis can spread through contaminated food or water.
Symptoms often include tiredness and weakness.
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Red Kiss is an upcoming video game set in Cold War Berlin where players lead vampire agents to explore the city and complete missions. The game uses special animation technology to bring vampire characters to life and focuses on telling diverse and dark stories from a queer perspective.
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Red Kiss is a tactical role-playing game (RPG) set in a fictional 1980s Berlin during the Cold War.
Players control vampire agents who gather information, interact with city groups, and manage resources like blood and energy.
The game reveals the vampires’ personal stories through missions, allowing players to influence their outcomes.
Wispfire, the developer, uses hand-drawn portraits combined with voice acting and motion-capture for character animation.
They use Live2D software, commonly used by online virtual streamers, to animate the characters.
The animation relies on a static phone camera, limiting some head movement but requiring exaggerated facial expressions from actors.
The game emphasizes queer, dark, and diverse storytelling rather than light or overly cheerful themes.
Red Kiss is currently in development for PC, but its release date has not been announced.
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President Donald Trump announced he will attend a ceremony at Dover Air Force Base to honor U.S. service members killed in recent conflicts with Iran. Four American soldiers died in attacks related to the ongoing war in Iran, which started in February 2026.
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President Trump will visit Dover Air Force Base in Delaware on Wednesday to attend a dignified transfer ceremony for fallen soldiers.
The soldiers died during Iranian attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan and Iraq.
The victims include Army Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, Pfc. Isabella Gonzales, 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan, and Army Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton.
The war between the U.S. and Iran began in late February 2026.
At least 18 U.S. soldiers have died and about 500 have been wounded since the conflict started.
Fighting has increased after a ceasefire agreement in mid-June fell apart.
There have been 11 straight nights of attacks between U.S. and Iranian forces.
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UNESCO added the ancient Lebanese city of Tyre to its list of world heritage sites in danger due to damage from recent Israeli bombardment. Tyre, known for its historic ruins dating back 4,700 years, has suffered direct hits and ongoing threats, prompting concerns over its preservation.
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Tyre is an ancient coastal city in southern Lebanon, founded around 4,700 years ago by the Phoenicians.
The city contains important archaeological sites including Roman-era ruins such as a triumphal arch and hippodrome.
Tyre was placed on UNESCO’s world heritage list in 1984 and now also appears on its “in danger” list.
Recent Israeli military strikes, linked to conflicts with Hezbollah, have damaged Tyre’s archaeological sites.
The Lebanese government requested UNESCO to add Tyre to the heritage danger list.
Tens of thousands of residents fled following Israeli evacuation orders, though many have returned.
UNESCO said the site’s conservation is at risk due to the ongoing conflict and possible future damage.
The Lebanese Culture Minister criticized Israel for not respecting international rules protecting cultural sites during war.
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Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner died by drowning in Costa Rica one year ago while on vacation. His widow, Tenisha Warner, recently filed a lawsuit seeking more than a million dollars from a family trust controlled by Malcolm's mother, Pamela Warner. Tenisha also shared her feelings about his death in an interview.
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner died by drowning in Costa Rica during a family vacation.
The anniversary of his death is this week.
Tenisha Warner is Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s widow.
She filed a lawsuit to get over one million dollars from a family trust.
The family trust is managed by Pamela Warner, Malcolm’s mother.
Tenisha talked about her grief in an interview on "CBS Mornings."
The lawsuit was filed recently, after the anniversary of his death.
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The family of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old who died after a July 4 boat trip near Mississippi, will share results from an independent autopsy. The autopsy, arranged by the family and paid for by Colin Kaepernick, aims to clarify if Wells had injuries beyond drowning, as local authorities have not yet released their autopsy findings.
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Nolan Wells went missing after a boat trip to an island off the Mississippi coast on July 4.
His body was found floating near the island two days later.
The official Mississippi State Medical Examiner has not made their autopsy results public.
The family hired a civil rights lawyer, Ben Crump, who is leading an independent investigation.
Former NFL player Colin Kaepernick funded the independent autopsy.
A $125,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Wells, who was Black, was with white high school friends who have been questioned by police.
Some community leaders, including Rev. Al Sharpton, have called for more transparency and raised concerns about the investigation.
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Senator Marco Rubio said the Iranian military’s control over the Strait of Hormuz is risky for global security. He warned that allowing one country to control an important international waterway and charge fees could cause problems worldwide.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway used for international shipping.
Iran’s military is controlling the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio called this control a “dangerous precedent,” meaning it could encourage similar actions elsewhere.
If nations start charging fees or controlling international waterways, it could disrupt global trade and security.
Rubio expressed concern that this action by Iran might affect countries beyond the Middle East.
The issue highlights tensions in the Middle East affecting global maritime routes.
The Strait of Hormuz is important for transporting oil and goods between countries.
Control over this waterway could impact international relations and economies.
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A new documentary called "Disney Worldbuilders" is coming to Disney+. It features famous entertainers explaining how their movies inspired attractions in Disney theme parks.
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The documentary is available on Disney+.
It is titled "Disney Worldbuilders."
The film shows how popular movies have influenced Disney park attractions.
Big names in entertainment appear in the documentary.
It gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at Disney theme parks.
The documentary was shared on July 22, 2026.
It focuses on the connection between movies and Disney theme park experiences.
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A resident of the Lebanese village Zawtar al-Gharbiyah spoke about their hopes to return home as Lebanon and Israel create "pilot zones." These zones are designated areas where the two countries may test cooperation or manage disputed territories.
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The village of Zawtar al-Gharbiyah is in Lebanon.
Lebanon and Israel are setting up special areas called "pilot zones."
These zones may be used to explore ways to share or manage land peacefully.
A local resident expressed a strong attachment to the land, saying it will remain theirs.
The pilot zones are part of ongoing discussions between Lebanon and Israel.
The resident’s view reflects the local desire to return to and keep their land.
The situation involves long-standing tensions between Lebanon and Israel.
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The Louvre Museum recently reopened its Apollo Gallery nine months after a major art theft. Experts say this event highlights the difficulties museums face protecting valuable artworks from skilled criminals while keeping them open to the public.
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The Apollo Gallery at the Louvre reopened after being closed for nine months.
The closure followed a well-known theft from the museum.
Christopher Marinello, an expert in recovering stolen art, spoke about the issue.
The theft showed museums are vulnerable to organized crime groups.
There is a tension between allowing public access and protecting cultural heritage.
The event raises concerns about security at museums worldwide.
The Louvre is located in Paris, France.
The story was discussed on France 24 news on July 22, 2026.
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Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia is urging Democrats to investigate politicians who redrew voting district maps in ways that may reduce Black voters' influence. He wants Congress to use hearings and legal tools to check if these map changes were made with racial bias after a recent Supreme Court ruling limited protections under the Voting Rights Act.
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Senator Warnock says some officials manipulated voting maps to silence Black voters.
He calls for investigations once Democrats regain control of the House or Senate after midterms.
Warnock’s plan includes banning partisan gerrymandering and protecting voting rights.
The Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais decision weakened Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, affecting minority voting protections.
In Louisiana, courts found post-2020 maps diluted Black voting power; the legislature then added a second majority-Black district.
Republicans say their map changes comply with the Supreme Court decision and still allow Black representatives to be elected.
Warnock distinguishes between secretive gerrymandering and open processes like California’s referendum on redistricting.
He suggests using Congressional hearings, subpoenas, and testimonies to investigate possible racial bias in redistricting.
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President Donald Trump is traveling to Dover Air Force Base to attend the dignified transfer of U.S. troops who died in Jordan and Iraq recently. Afterward, he will visit Marietta, Georgia, to speak about the economy. Meanwhile, Congress has extended government funding until December.
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President Trump is visiting Dover Air Force Base in Delaware.
He will attend the transfer ceremony for troops killed in Jordan and Iraq.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to accompany him.
After Dover, Trump will go to Marietta, Georgia.
In Marietta, he will give remarks focused on the economy.
The government’s current funding has been extended into December by the House.
There is a 25 percent tariff on most imports (note: the article cuts off before full details).
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Scientists have found that sperm whales change the pattern and speed of their clicking sounds when boats are nearby. This discovery can help predict when ships are close by and offers new insights into how whales communicate under noisy conditions.
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Sperm whales use specific clicking patterns called “codas” to communicate.
When ships are near, whales make their clicks faster and change the types of codas they use.
Researchers recorded the clicks of 15 sperm whales off Dominica over four years.
Whale clicks can now help predict the presence of nearby boats.
Unlike some animals, sperm whales did not just get louder but changed the way they clicked.
Project Ceti uses drone-attached audio tags to record whale sounds with minimal disturbance.
The whales’ clicks include “vowel-like” sounds that may carry meaning, changing with noise levels.
Some experts question whether it is accurate to compare whale sounds to human language.
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Pete Hegseth became Defense Secretary in January 2025 and set goals focused on war readiness, merit, and high standards. After a year and a half, he has not achieved these goals.
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Pete Hegseth took office as Defense Secretary in January 2025.
He previously worked as a Fox News host.
Hegseth defined his job by focusing on warfighting, being lethal, meritocracy, maintaining standards, and readiness.
He aimed to improve the military’s ability to fight and be prepared.
After 18 months in the role, he has not met these goals.
The article evaluates his tenure based on his own stated objectives.
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The Lebanese army entered Zawtar al-Gharbiya as part of a U.S.-brokered agreement between Lebanon and Israel designed for a gradual Israeli withdrawal and to stop Hezbollah from returning to the area. Families displaced by conflict are waiting to return home, but safety concerns remain due to landmines and ongoing tensions.
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The Lebanese army moved into Zawtar al-Gharbiya following an agreement mediated by the United States.
The agreement calls for Israel to gradually withdraw from parts of southern Lebanon.
The Lebanese army’s role includes preventing Hezbollah, a Lebanese armed group, from re-establishing a presence in the area.
Families displaced by the conflict hope to return home but face delays due to landmine clearance.
Two Red Cross paramedics were injured by a landmine while searching for bodies in the area.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam planted a Lebanese flag to signal political commitment to full Israeli withdrawal.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has been ongoing since October 2023 with varying intensity.
Lebanese opinions are divided, with some supporting Hezbollah’s role and others skeptical of the government's agreement with Israel.
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The UK government will introduce a cap on most single bus fares outside London starting January 2027. This is expected to save some passengers hundreds of pounds a year and aims to make bus travel more affordable.
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The new bus fare cap will take effect on January 1, 2027, for most buses outside London.
The scheme is expected to cost over £500 million, funded by reallocating government money.
Some passengers, like Sarah Bodger, could save around £500 a year on travel costs.
The cap will make single bus fares no higher than £2 in many areas, down from current fares.
The measure hopes to prevent people from being "priced out" of using buses.
Some rural areas may not benefit as much due to fewer bus routes and services.
The previous fare cap in England rose to £3 in January 2025.
Critics say fixing high train fares would help more commuters traveling to cities like London.
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Britain’s Environment Agency is taking legal action against four former Southern Water employees, including ex-chief executive Matthew Wright, for allegedly faking wastewater testing results between 2012 and 2017. The case claims they created false “no-flow” events to avoid penalties and mislead regulators about pollution levels.
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Four former Southern Water employees face fraud charges for manipulating wastewater tests.
These employees include Matthew Wright, the company's former chief executive.
The alleged scheme involved creating fake “no-flow” periods at wastewater treatment sites.
The fraud took place from 2012 to 2017 and was meant to influence official compliance checks.
By their own estimate, the company avoided about £45 million in penalties due to this manipulation.
The Environment Agency dismissed Wright’s claim that it lacked authority to prosecute him.
Conspiracy to defraud can lead to up to 10 years in prison.
The case will continue at Medway magistrates court, and the government plans to end operator self-monitoring to prevent similar issues.
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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy replaced the country’s commander-in-chief following several days of protests. The protests happened after the removal of the popular defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov.
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President Zelenskyy made a leadership change in the Ukrainian military.
The change was made after protests lasted for several days.
The protests were triggered by the firing of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Mykhailo Fedorov was popular among the public.
The commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s military was the main position replaced.
This is part of ongoing political and military changes within Ukraine.
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Sir Christopher Nolan’s new movie, The Odyssey, has done very well at the box office and led many people to read or listen to the original Greek poem by Homer. Book and audiobook sales of The Odyssey have increased sharply, especially among younger audiences in the UK and US.
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The Odyssey film earned $264 million worldwide in its opening weekend.
In the UK, print book sales of The Odyssey rose by 700% compared to the same week last year.
Almost 8,000 copies were sold last week in the UK, with a total of 47,000 sold this year so far.
The 2017 Emily Wilson translation is the most popular version, cited by Nolan as a source.
Audiobook listening on Spotify increased by about 680% after the film’s release, mainly among Gen Z and millennials.
The film stars actors like Matt Damon, Tom Holland, and Anne Hathaway.
It was the first movie fully recorded using IMAX 70mm film cameras, with limited screenings in special UK cinemas.
IMAX screenings offer a more immersive experience but have higher ticket prices than regular cinemas.
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