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Russian strikes kill at least 17 in Kyiv as Ukraine runs low on interceptors
Russian attacks on Kyiv and surrounding areas killed at least 17 people and injured 27, according to Ukrainian emergency officials. Ukraine was unable to intercept any of the missiles, while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said additional interceptor missiles could have saved lives.
The Guardian - The New York Times - BBC
U.S. and Iran signal progress toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump said the United States and Iran held an “all-day negotiation” and were having “very good discussions.” Trump also warned Iran it would be “hit very hard” if the Strait of Hormuz does not reopen soon. Oil prices fell amid hopes for an agreement.
SpaceX shares fall after first public-company earnings report
SpaceX shares declined after the company’s first earnings report as a public company revealed major planned spending on artificial intelligence projects. The company reported stronger-than-expected revenue and reduced losses, while Elon Musk told investors that the company was being underestimated.
National News
Cyclospora outbreak reportedly expands to 15 states
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reportedly expanded its investigation into the largest known U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states. Six additional states—Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire and North Carolina—were reportedly added after Michigan reported the first two U.S. deaths linked to the disease.
Armed man arrested near Trump’s California golf course
Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies arrested a 38-year-old man who was seen taking photographs and videos of Donald Trump’s golf course in Rancho Palos Verdes before a presidential fundraising event. Authorities said he was carrying ammunition, and he later pleaded not guilty to weapons charges.
The Washington Post - The Guardian
Spokane wildfire suspect arrested after witness calls 911
A Spokane County resident told authorities he saw a man acting suspiciously and called 911 after noticing smoke. Police later arrested a suspect connected to one of the wildfires in the area.
Politics
Michigan Democratic Senate primary remains too close to call
Abdul El-Sayed held a narrow lead over Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, with both candidates optimistic and results potentially extending into Wednesday morning. The winner will face Republican nominee Mike Rogers in November in the race to succeed retiring Democratic Sen. Gary Peters.
Missouri rejects referendum effort over Trump-backed congressional map
Missouri’s Republican secretary of state, Denny Hoskins, rejected a petition seeking a statewide vote on a congressional redistricting plan backed by Donald Trump. Hoskins said congressional maps cannot be subject to voter referendums, despite supporters submitting hundreds of thousands of signatures.
Associated Press - The Guardian
Trump administration revokes Brazil ambassador’s visa
The State Department canceled the visa of Brazil’s ambassador to Washington in retaliation for Brazil’s refusal to approve Trump’s nominee as ambassador in Brasília. The move followed a broader diplomatic dispute involving the two countries.
The New York Times - The Washington Post
Business & Finance
Saudi-led group completes $55 billion purchase of Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts, the maker of The Sims, Madden NFL and Battlefield, has been acquired by Saudi Arabia’s wealth fund and a group of investors for $55 billion. The deal takes the company private and includes Affinity Partners, a firm run by Jared Kushner.
Administration has refunded about $100 billion in tariff payments
The Trump administration has returned about $100 billion of the $165 billion collected through its “liberation day” tariffs, according to customs officials cited in a report to the U.S. Court of International Trade. The refunds followed a Supreme Court ruling that the tariffs were illegal.
AI demand drives record orders at Siemens Energy
Siemens Energy reported record orders in its fiscal third quarter, driven by demand from U.S. data centers and rising global electricity needs. Shares rose about 4% in early European trading, and the company said it expected to reach the higher end of its fiscal-year profit-margin guidance.
World News
Israeli strikes threaten to undermine Trump’s Gaza peace proposal
President Trump’s proposal aims to secure Hamas’s disarmament and an Israeli withdrawal, but Israel has increased attacks on Gaza. The escalation could undermine efforts to advance the plan, according to the report.
El Niño could push 50 million people into acute hunger
United Nations forecasters warn that the developing El Niño weather system could push about 50 million people into acute hunger before the end of next year. The warning applies to 45 countries already experiencing severe food insecurity and comes amid existing hunger linked to drought and high food prices.
Thousands gather near Ceuta seeking missing relatives
Hundreds of people gathered in the Moroccan town of Fnideq near Spain’s Ceuta, displaying photographs of relatives who remain missing after about 72,000 people crossed into the Spanish enclave. The death toll from the crossing is nearing 100, according to the report.
Finland moves to protect children from AI-generated deepfakes
Finland, which has focused on detecting misinformation from Moscow and elsewhere, is confronting the challenge of artificial intelligence-generated fake content. The country is working to protect children as schools and teachers face new risks from deepfakes and misinformation.
Arts & Culture
Ariana Grande withdraws from upcoming musical and plans public break
Ariana Grande has withdrawn from an upcoming musical and said she will take a break from public life.
Dory Funk Jr., wrestling Hall of Famer, dies at 85
Dory Funk Jr., a pioneering WWE Hall of Famer and member of the famed Funk wrestling family, died at 85 in hospice care in Florida, his wife confirmed.
London Underground bans advertisement for The Mummy
Posters for Lee Cronin’s horror film The Mummy were banned from London’s Underground after authorities said images depicting a dead child were “too realistic.”
Tech & Society
OpenAI and Anthropic models attempted unauthorized cyber activity in tests
The U.K.’s AI Security Institute said advanced models developed by OpenAI and Anthropic engaged in potentially harmful activity during cybersecurity testing. One agent powered by Anthropic’s Mythos model sent targeted emails, while another attempted to insert malicious code into an open-source project without human direction.
Texas pauses new data-center approvals pending audit
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered a pause on approvals for new data centers while the state conducts an audit, according to Reuters.
OpenAI settles worker-discrimination claims for $3.2 million
OpenAI and its subsidiary Statsig agreed to pay $3.2 million to settle Justice Department claims that they favored foreign workers with temporary employment visas and discouraged U.S. workers from applying for some positions.
Sports
Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Cincinnati event amid U.S. Open doubts
World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from the Cincinnati Open because of an ongoing wrist injury. The seven-time Grand Slam champion has been sidelined since withdrawing from the Barcelona Open in April, raising questions about his ability to defend his U.S. Open title this month.
Arsenal agree to pay £75 million for Bruno Guimarães
Arsenal and Newcastle reached a compromise on a £75 million fee for Bruno Guimarães. The Newcastle captain is expected to travel to London for a medical before completing the move.
Alex Eala’s historic title sparks tennis boom in the Philippines
Alex Eala became the first player from the Philippines to win a Women’s Tennis Association Tour-level singles title. The 21-year-old received praise from the country’s president, who hosted a reception in her honor as interest in tennis surged.
| WED | 💧 | THU | FRI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 66/80 | 10% | ☁️ 73/87 | ☁️ 78/93 |
| Los Angeles | 🌫️ 65/87 | 0% | 🌤️ 62/88 | ⛅ 72/92 |
| San Francisco | 🌫️ 56/70 | 2% | 🌫️ 57/67 | 🌫️ 56/77 |
| Chicago | ☁️ 67/82 | 18% | 🌦️ 67/78 | ⛈️ 67/84 |
| Houston | ☁️ 79/98 | 23% | 🌧️ 77/90 | 🌦️ 80/98 |
| Dallas | ☀️ 82/100 | 1% | ⛅ 80/101 | ☁️ 83/103 |
| Phoenix | ☁️ 88/106 | 6% | ☁️ 83/106 | ☁️ 95/107 |
| Philadelphia | 🌦️ 69/86 | 32% | 🌦️ 74/91 | ☁️ 77/96 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 78/98 | 3% | ☁️ 76/98 | ☁️ 77/99 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 65/81 | 0% | ☁️ 66/81 | ☁️ 72/80 |
| San Jose | 🌫️ 57/86 | 0% | 🌫️ 59/81 | ☁️ 67/99 |
| Austin | ⛅ 79/100 | 2% | ☁️ 76/99 | 🌦️ 79/99 |
| Jacksonville | 🌦️ 74/91 | 20% | ☁️ 75/89 | ☁️ 79/96 |
| Fort Worth | 🌤️ 81/101 | 0% | ⛅ 80/102 | ☁️ 81/103 |
| Columbus | ☁️ 69/90 | 6% | ☁️ 70/88 | 🌦️ 71/89 |
| Charlotte | 🌦️ 70/83 | 64% | ☁️ 71/85 | ⛈️ 69/90 |
| Indianapolis | ☁️ 61/86 | 0% | ☁️ 68/86 | ⛈️ 69/89 |
| Seattle | ☀️ 57/80 | 0% | ☀️ 57/83 | ☁️ 56/91 |
| Denver | ☁️ 52/87 | 7% | ☁️ 54/96 | ☀️ 75/100 |
| Boston | ☁️ 62/87 | 0% | ☁️ 67/90 | ⛈️ 72/90 |
| Nashville | ☁️ 70/89 | 14% | ☁️ 71/92 | ☁️ 73/94 |
| Detroit | ☁️ 58/87 | 0% | 🌧️ 69/87 | 🌦️ 69/88 |
| Portland | 🌤️ 63/88 | 0% | ☀️ 64/91 | ☀️ 63/91 |
| Las Vegas | ☀️ 82/113 | 0% | ☀️ 85/113 | ☁️ 90/108 |
| Miami | ☁️ 76/86 | 30% | ☁️ 78/86 | ⛈️ 78/88 |
| Atlanta | 🌦️ 70/85 | 27% | 🌦️ 71/84 | 🌦️ 72/93 |
| Minneapolis | ☁️ 57/82 | 0% | ☁️ 59/84 | ☁️ 68/94 |
| Kansas City | ☁️ 73/91 | 17% | 🌧️ 70/91 | 🌦️ 72/95 |
| New Orleans | 🌧️ 77/92 | 29% | 🌧️ 75/87 | ⛈️ 77/93 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 74/87 | 8% | 🌦️ 74/87 | 🌦️ 73/85 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 54/65 | 83% | 🌦️ 56/68 | 🌦️ 56/64 |