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Michelle Williams experienced increasing health problems including high blood pressure and swelling, but initially did not get a clear diagnosis. After persistent efforts and multiple tests at the Cleveland Clinic, doctors found she had a rare kidney disease called IC-MPGN, linked to immune system issues, which has no specific treatment yet.
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Michelle Williams first noticed high blood pressure and swelling in her feet and legs.
Her initial doctor visits did not lead to a diagnosis or urgent care.
She was referred to a kidney specialist but was told to wait six months for follow-up.
Unsatisfied, Williams sought care at the Cleveland Clinic, sending her medical records and a letter asking for help.
Tests at the clinic led to biopsies of her bone marrow and kidney.
She was first diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, and underwent treatment.
Persistent symptoms led to further biopsies which showed IC-MPGN, a rare immune-related kidney disease.
IC-MPGN affects about 1 to 4 people per million and currently lacks a targeted treatment before 2025.
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At a UFC event held on the White House lawn, heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit called Michelle Obama "a man," a comment that received mixed reactions from the audience. Hokit later said he meant it as a compliment about her strength and work ethic and defended his remark as an example of free speech; President Donald Trump did not condemn the comment.
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Josh Hokit called Michelle Obama "a man" during a UFC event at the White House lawn.
The comment was met with a mostly quiet response, along with some boos and laughs.
Hokit said he intended the remark as a compliment for Michelle Obama’s strength and ability to handle tough situations.
Hokit defended his statement by citing freedom of speech and the ability to "take a jab" without outrage.
President Donald Trump did not publicly condemn Hokit's remark.
UFC CEO Dana White, an ally of Trump, criticized the comment, calling it "nasty and false" but emphasized his support for free speech.
The article links the incident to broader patterns of racism and misogyny, especially the masculinization of Black women, referencing similar experiences of public figures like Serena Williams and Brittney Griner.
The article suggests the White House has become more tolerant of racist and misogynistic comments under President Trump’s leadership.
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Many university students in the UK are living at home instead of moving out because of high rent and living costs. This limits their social life, study opportunities, and career networking compared to students who live away from home.
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52% of students from poorer areas expect to live at home during university, while only 18% from wealthier areas do.
High rent and living costs are the main reasons students stay at home.
Living at home can reduce the chances for social events, career meetings, and networking opportunities.
Some students benefit financially by not paying rent and can focus more on studying.
Data shows fewer students living at home aim to attend top universities compared to those who move away.
Experts say the funding system favors students who live with family and assumes family support.
Critics argue the system does not reflect today’s costly housing market and limits students’ freedom to choose university locations.
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Authorities stopped a plot by a far-right group to attack President Donald Trump and other officials during a UFC event at the White House. The group planned to use drones and explosives to cause chaos and kill their targets but were arrested before carrying out the attack.
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Tycen Proper, 19, led a group planning to assassinate President Trump and other officials at a UFC event.
The group bought weapons, body armor, and ammunition using money from Proper’s family.
At least 19 people were involved, mostly young men from around the U.S. who connected online.
They used social media and encrypted apps to organize and train for the attack.
The plan included a fake protest to distract police, drone bombs at the event, and sharpshooters targeting officials.
A second group was supposed to storm the White House after the initial attack.
Some leaders had contradictory political views, and one was an undocumented immigrant.
Officials praised law enforcement for stopping the plot but also downplayed how advanced it was.
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A 90-year-old grandmother named Ruth shared that the happiest time in her life was when it was the most challenging, raising three kids with little money while her husband trained as a doctor. Her daughter Deborah, a therapist, says this memory shows that happiness often comes during hard times, not just after them.
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Ruth is 90 years old and still active, enjoying activities like Pilates and golf.
Ruth said her happiest years were when she managed three children and had few financial resources.
Ruth’s husband was in medical training during those busy years.
Deborah, Ruth’s daughter, is a licensed therapist and says happiness can come in waves amid life's struggles.
Deborah’s daughter Samantha, also a therapist, recorded the conversation on TikTok.
The video has over 670,000 views and resonates with many parents who see truth in Ruth’s words.
Deborah feels the message encourages people to notice happiness in the moment, not just looking back later.
The family often has deep talks about life and relationships, which helped share this insight.
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A group of moderate Democrats launched a new initiative called "Promise to America" that opposes socialism and supports capitalism, strong borders, and patriotism. This move comes after several progressive Democratic Socialists won primary elections in New York, prompting President Donald Trump to criticize these left-wing candidates and the party’s shift.
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The "Promise to America" initiative was created by a group of Democrats to reject socialism and support capitalism and patriotism.
It aims to fight political extremes on both the left and right sides.
The initiative currently has 15 Democratic members, including 10 House representatives and 5 congressional candidates.
Co-leaders of the group are Rep. Tom Suozzi (NY) and Rep. Adam Gray (CA), who flipped districts previously won by President Trump.
Democratic Socialists of America candidates tied to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won key primaries recently.
President Trump called these progressive victories a serious threat, describing the candidates as “ruthless communists” on his social media platform, Truth Social.
The Democratic Socialist of America says their movement is growing because voters want solutions for high living costs and better jobs.
"Promise to America" plans to expand by gaining more endorsements from Democratic candidates and officials ahead of the midterm elections.
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The Supreme Court ruled to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for about 350,000 Haitians and some Syrians living in the U.S., meaning many could face deportation. This decision has caused fear and uncertainty in communities like Springfield, Ohio, where many Haitians have built businesses and lives over the years.
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The Supreme Court voted 6-3 to allow the Trump administration to end TPS for Haitian and Syrian nationals.
TPS is a protection that lets people from dangerous countries stay and work in the U.S. temporarily.
Haitians were granted TPS after a major earthquake in 2010 and it was extended due to ongoing violence in Haiti.
Around 350,000 Haitians and several thousand Syrians are affected by this ruling.
Many Haitians in Springfield, Ohio, have started businesses and are active in the community.
The ruling threatens to cause deportations, leading to fear among affected families and community members.
Immigration enforcement (ICE) could begin targeting people who lose TPS status soon after the ruling.
Local residents and leaders express concern about the impact on schools, sports teams, and the local economy.
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The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool is currently in poor condition, with peeling paint and algae growth. The Trump administration focuses on damage claimed to be caused by vandals and has put up fencing around the pool for protection.
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The reflecting pool at the Lincoln Memorial is peeling and filled with green algae.
The Trump administration considers the pool’s state a significant issue.
Officials say vandals damaged the pool’s surface and dumped fertilizer into it.
Several people were reportedly arrested for vandalizing the pool.
A fence was erected around the pool to protect it, originally planned before Fourth of July.
The pool’s repair is part of larger, costly infrastructure projects under President Trump.
These projects have faced delays, legal issues, and criticism for spending.
The reflecting pool shows an upside-down image of the Lincoln Memorial.
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Thousands are gathering near the White House to present their vision for America's future through the Next250 All of US rally, launching a Declaration of Interdependence. This event highlights shared values like fair wages, healthcare, and safe communities, aiming to represent many voices across the country before the 250th anniversary of the United States.
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The Next250 All of US rally will unveil a Declaration of Interdependence, an art installation promoting shared values for America's next 250 years.
Organizers collected ideas from people in 36 states, Puerto Rico, and El Salvador, including recently deported individuals.
Common goals identified include economic security, healthcare, safe schools, and a healthy environment.
The event is not tied to any single president or administration.
More than 100 related gatherings will occur nationwide, including educational tours and talks on marginalized communities' history.
The Trump administration is holding its own Fourth of July event called Freedom 250, which organizers criticize for downplaying Black and Indigenous history.
Activists are concerned about recent losses in voting and reproductive rights and aim to defend constitutional freedoms.
The summer features several activist events in Washington, D.C., and across the country focused on voting rights and immigration issues.
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A woman named Stephanie Vozza traveled alone to Paris after losing her husband and parents to begin healing and rediscovering herself. She called the trip her "widowmoon" and used it as a chance to embrace a new stage in her life.
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Stephanie Vozza lost her husband to pancreatic cancer and both her parents within a short time.
Her adult sons live in different states, so she traveled alone.
She realized she had identified strongly by her roles as wife, mother, and daughter, and felt lost without those roles.
The trip to Paris was planned around her 60th birthday as a personal journey of healing and self-discovery.
She felt nervous and uncertain before traveling but saw it as an important step to move forward.
Being in Paris gave her space where no one knew about her losses, allowing her to heal without others’ sympathy.
She used simple French phrases and enjoyed exploring the city on her own terms.
The experience helped her reconnect with the person she had been before family responsibilities.
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The article highlights positive American stories in celebration of the country's upcoming 250th anniversary. It features examples like the founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics who changed his life to become a Catholic priest.
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The United States will soon celebrate its 250th anniversary.
CBS News is sharing uplifting stories about American heroes and traditions.
One story focuses on the founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics.
This founder made a major life change by becoming a Catholic priest.
The content aims to honor American achievements and values.
The stories are available through CBS News platforms, including their app.
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President Donald Trump warned that the United States will impose a 100% import tariff on any European country that introduces a digital tax on American tech companies. The tariff would override existing trade deals and could increase tensions between the US and the European Union.
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President Trump threatened a 100% tariff on all goods from European countries that apply a digital services tax to US companies.
Several European countries, including France, Spain, Italy, and the UK, have implemented or proposed digital taxes on large tech firms.
The UK’s digital services tax is 2% and targets major platforms like social media and search engines with large revenues.
The EU said it will defend its right to impose such taxes and called the US tariffs unjustified.
Digital services taxes are meant to apply to large companies regardless of their country of origin.
President Trump previously threatened tariffs on countries that tax US tech companies.
The EU and US recently agreed on a trade deal capping most tariffs at 15%, but digital taxes were not included.
The conflict over digital taxes could impact ongoing trade talks and relations between the US and the EU.
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Louisiana Republicans are voting in a runoff election to choose who will replace Senator Bill Cassidy. The two candidates are Representative Julia Letlow and State Treasurer John Fleming, with Letlow leading from the primary. President Donald Trump endorsed Letlow and criticized Cassidy, who did not advance to the runoff.
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Louisiana is holding a Republican Senate runoff to replace Senator Bill Cassidy.
No candidate won more than 50% in the primary, so the top two, Julia Letlow and John Fleming, are in the runoff.
Letlow had about 44% of the vote in the primary; Fleming had 28%; Cassidy came in third and is out.
President Trump endorsed Letlow and called Cassidy "disloyal" because Cassidy voted to convict Trump in his impeachment trial.
Cassidy has disagreed with the Trump administration on some issues, including leadership at the Department of Health and Human Services.
Letlow has been a U.S. Representative since 2021 and is the first Republican woman elected from Louisiana to Congress.
Fleming served in the first Trump administration and was previously a U.S. Representative.
Louisiana is a strong Republican state where Trump won 60% of the vote in 2024, so the runoff winner is expected to win the Senate seat.
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Three far-left candidates won primaries in New York, which may challenge House Democratic leaders. The Democrats want to stay united and strong to oppose President Trump if they regain control of the House of Representatives.
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Three far-left candidates won in New York’s primaries.
These wins could cause difficulties for Democratic House leaders.
House Democrats aim to present a unified front against President Trump.
The party hopes to retake control of the House.
Republican leadership in recent years showed that a small, united group can influence decisions.
The far-left candidates may push for different priorities than current Democratic leaders.
Leadership is working to balance internal differences within the party.
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Several U.S. states are trying to lower the cost of prescription drugs by regulating pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), the companies that handle drug coverage for health plans. Some PBMs also own pharmacies, like CVS, which has been fighting these new rules in court.
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States want to reduce drug prices by controlling pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).
PBMs manage drug claims for health insurance and negotiate with drug makers.
Some PBMs, including CVS, also own their own pharmacies.
At least 12 states have passed laws to limit payments to PBMs and require more transparency.
Tennessee will ban PBMs from owning retail pharmacies starting in 2028.
CVS has sued in federal court to stop this Tennessee law and keep its 136 pharmacies open.
A survey found 6 in 10 U.S. adults worried about affording medications.
About 4 in 10 adults reported not taking medicine as prescribed due to cost in the past year.
More than 120 bills about PBMs were introduced in 26 states in 2026.
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Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, recently won a by-election and is gaining support within the Labour Party. Many Labour MPs hope he could become prime minister and help the party maintain its majority in the next general election, but some have doubts about his abilities to lead nationally.
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Andy Burnham recently won an important by-election in Makerfield.
Labour MPs are showing strong support for Burnham as a potential leader.
He is popular with the public compared to many other politicians.
Burnham is known for being friendly and able to connect well with voters.
Some worry he may not be ready to handle the challenges of national leadership.
There are concerns that his focus on Manchester might alienate people in other parts of the country.
Burnham appointed James Purnell, a former cabinet minister, as his chief of staff.
Some party members believe Burnham’s popularity may only last a short time under tough political pressure.
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Cait Conley, an Army veteran, won the Democratic primary for New York's 17th Congressional District and will challenge Republican incumbent Mike Lawler in the November election. Both candidates focus on local issues but see the race as important for control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Cait Conley won the Democratic primary for New York’s 17th Congressional District.
Mike Lawler is the current Republican representative running for a third term.
Lawler is known for bipartisan work and has criticized certain policies of President Trump’s administration.
Conley served 16 years in the Army, including six deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq.
Conley plans to focus on the “affordability crisis” affecting families if elected.
The district favored Democrats in the 2020 presidential election.
Both candidates view the race as important for influencing control of Congress.
Conley emphasizes leadership skills from her military background as key to serving the district.
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The Trump administration is preparing special welcome packages for white South African refugees coming to the U.S. These packages will include items like a tablet, an American flag, and materials presenting a particular view of history and race relations. This move differs from past refugee arrivals, such as Afghans, who mostly received basic essentials and face entry delays.
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The Trump administration is focusing on resettling white South African refugees, citing claims of their persecution by South Africa’s Black-majority government.
Welcome packs for these refugees will include a tablet computer, U.S. flag, copies of founding American documents, and politically themed materials.
These materials include a children’s book from PragerU that critiques the South African government and portrays Nelson Mandela in a controversial way.
The administration has reduced refugee admissions overall but favors Afrikaner South Africans in its current refugee program.
Afghan refugees, who helped U.S. troops, face delays and barriers in resettlement compared to the South Africans.
A letter from a U.S. health official in the pack emphasizes that immigrants should assimilate and prioritize U.S. citizens.
Critics say these welcome packages politicize the refugee program and unfairly prioritize white South Africans over other groups.
PragerU, which provides some materials, states its goal is to teach immigrants about America’s founding values.
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President Donald Trump’s approval rating is below 50% in every state with a key Senate race in the upcoming midterm elections. This low approval rating may help Democrats win more Senate seats, which is important for them to gain control of the Senate.
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Trump’s approval is under 50% in all states holding competitive Senate races this year.
Midterm elections often reflect public opinion about the sitting president’s job performance.
Democrats need to flip four Republican seats to control the Senate, currently held 53-47 by Republicans.
Some possible Democratic pickup states include Maine and North Carolina.
Democrats also defend seats in Georgia and Michigan, where Trump’s approval is also low.
Trump’s approval ratings in these states often fall into negative numbers, meaning more people disapprove than approve.
Analysts say Trump’s low approval could hurt Republican chances in closely contested Senate races.
Republican candidates face the challenge of balancing party loyalty with appealing to their local voters amid Trump’s weak approval.
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Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said that a new claim about a video related to missing Nancy Guthrie is likely false. The claim came from a letter sent to TMZ, but Sheriff Nanos compared it to past false ransom notes in the case.
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Nancy Guthrie, the mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared in February near Tucson, Arizona.
A new letter sent to TMZ claims there is a video showing Guthrie and someone identified as the kidnapper.
Sheriff Chris Nanos leads the investigation and called the new letter likely fake.
He mentioned the FBI has made arrests before for false ransom notes connected to this case.
Earlier ransom notes demanded Bitcoin and later claimed Nancy Guthrie had died.
The case is still ongoing and under investigation.
The letter’s sender had contacted TMZ before but this claim is viewed with suspicion.
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