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7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Kills at Least 38 in Indonesia
A powerful earthquake struck Flores in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 38 people, according to reports. Search-and-rescue efforts are underway as authorities look for survivors. The temblor was among the strongest the area had experienced in decades.
Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty in Killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. In court, Mangione said, “I shot Mr Thompson in Manhattan and he died.” A state murder trial still looms.
Trump Threatens to Declare Strait of Hormuz U.S. Territory
President Donald Trump said he would “pretty soon” designate the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory, amid the ongoing war with Iran. The seriousness of the remark and whether it represents a new policy position remain unclear.
National News
Michigan Shooting Leaves at Least Six Dead
A mass shooting in rural northern Michigan left at least six people dead, including the suspected gunman, according to state police. Another person was critically wounded. Police identified the suspected gunman as 39-year-old Chad Hickman.
Cyclospora Outbreak Exposes Gaps in Food Safety System
An investigation found that cyclospora sickened thousands while weaknesses in the U.S. food-safety system slowed efforts to identify the contamination source. The Trump administration delayed a rule that could have sped up the process, while critics said food-safety oversight had eroded.
The New York Times - The Washington Post
Hawaiian Electric Warns Storm-Related Outages Could Last Days
Hawaiian Electric said severe tropical weather from approaching Storm Lala could topple trees and bring down power lines across Hawaii. The utility warned that any resulting outages could last for days.
Politics
Trump Dismisses Concerns Over Conditions Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
President Trump said the aircraft carrier’s nearly nine-month Middle East deployment was “not nearly long enough,” despite reports of food shortages, plumbing failures, fatigue and mental-health concerns among sailors. Lawmakers and families are pressing for answers, while another carrier is heading to relieve the Lincoln.
The New York Times - The Los Angeles Times
Speculation Grows Over a Possible Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Presidential Bid
Discussion around whether Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez might run for president in 2028 has intensified. The New York congresswoman has said her ambition is to change the country, while the speculation over her political future continues to grow.
Stock Trading Becomes a Midterm Campaign Issue
Republican and Democratic challengers are using lawmakers’ stock trading to portray members of Congress as unethical. The issue has gained traction as voters focus on the millions of dollars in stocks traded by some lawmakers and their families during the current term.
Business & Finance
Nvidia Scales Back Planned OpenAI Data Center Guarantee
Nvidia is downsizing plans for a reported $250 billion guarantee tied to an OpenAI data center, according to The Wall Street Journal. Investors are concerned about the chipmaker’s exposure as it uses its balance sheet to support demand for its artificial-intelligence chips.
The Wall Street Journal - Reuters
Stripe and Advent Discuss Buying PayPal
Stripe and private-equity firm Advent offered to buy PayPal in July, according to The Wall Street Journal. The discussions concern the struggling payments company.
Berkshire Hathaway Increases Alphabet Stake
Berkshire Hathaway added to its Alphabet holdings, bought home-builder stocks and exited Constellation Brands during the second quarter. The company also reduced its portfolio of financial shares.
The Wall Street Journal - Reuters
World News
Taliban Mark Five Years in Power as International Ties Expand
The Taliban are celebrating five years in power while pursuing diplomatic ties to end Afghanistan’s isolation. Campaigners fear that deeper engagement with the repressive government is weakening demands for improvements in human rights, including women’s rights.
The New York Times - The Guardian
Europe Seeks a Role in Future Russia-Ukraine Talks
French, German and British diplomats are working on a framework for possible future negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. The effort comes as European governments remain wary of President Trump’s role, while Russia has shown little interest in talks.
Israel-Lebanon Violence Intensifies
An Israeli strike in southern Lebanon killed seven people, according to Al Jazeera, in the deadliest Israeli attack in Lebanon since June agreements significantly reduced hostilities. Attacks have intensified as Lebanese officials seek a timetable for an Israeli withdrawal.
Arts & Culture
Mary Heilmann, Painter of Vivid Abstractions, Dies at 86
Mary Heilmann, known for brightly colored abstract paintings and ceramics, has died at 86. Her first museum retrospective opened in 2007, when she was 67, to widespread critical acclaim.
Stolen Picasso Print Recovered in Milwaukee
A Picasso print stolen from a Milwaukee gallery in 2018 was found by a landlord cleaning out a vacant apartment. The owner immediately recognized the work, a Torero print that is one of 30 known to have been signed by Picasso.
Bella Ramsey Discusses a New Film About Cancer and Teenage Freedom
Bella Ramsey stars in a new film about a cancer survivor who attends “chemo camp” and finds friendship, love and freedom. Ramsey said they wished they had been a more rebellious teenager.
Tech & Society
Google Expands Gemini Access for K-12 Students
Google enabled Gemini artificial-intelligence features for K-12 schools that have allowed students to use the service through Classroom. Previously, Gemini in Classroom was automatically enabled only for students 18 and older.
Waymo Wins Approval for Major California Expansion
Waymo received approval from California regulators to expand its service area across 18 counties, including San Diego and Sacramento. The company announced the approval as it seeks to broaden its autonomous-vehicle service.
France’s Top Court Blocks Social-Media Ban for Children Under 15
France’s Constitutional Council blocked a proposed social-media ban for children under 15, saying it infringed on freedom of expression. President Emmanuel Macron said he would prepare a new draft.
Sports
Dodgers Beat Brewers as Yoshinobu Yamamoto Delivers Six Strong Innings
Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed four hits over six innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated Milwaukee, 3-1. Edwin Díaz escaped another difficult situation during the victory.
Scottie Scheffler Takes Three-Stroke Lead at St. Jude Championship
Scottie Scheffler matched the course record with a nine-under-par 61 and opened a three-stroke lead after the second round of the St. Jude Championship in Memphis.
Australia Overwhelms Japan in Nations Championship Rugby
Australia defeated Japan, 56-17, in Townsville in an eight-try victory. The result gave the Wallabies their second consecutive win and their first three-match winning streak since 2024.
Bezos-Backed Consortium Buys One-Third of Liverpool FC
Liverpool’s owners agreed to sell about one-third of the club to a consortium that includes Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The deal values Liverpool at more than £5 billion.
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| New York | ⛅ 65/85 | 9% | ☁️ 63/83 | 🌧️ 68/88 |
| Los Angeles | ☁️ 66/83 | 0% | ☁️ 63/81 | ☁️ 70/90 |
| San Francisco | 🌫️ 57/67 | 1% | 🌫️ 56/66 | 🌫️ 57/70 |
| Chicago | 🌦️ 71/79 | 41% | 🌦️ 71/83 | ☁️ 68/81 |
| Houston | ☁️ 78/96 | 2% | ☀️ 74/97 | ☁️ 80/103 |
| Dallas | 🌤️ 81/101 | 1% | ⛅ 81/103 | ☁️ 85/109 |
| Phoenix | ⛅ 79/107 | 4% | ☁️ 81/109 | ☁️ 95/109 |
| Philadelphia | 🌤️ 69/88 | 0% | ☁️ 66/85 | ⛈️ 68/88 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 78/99 | 27% | ☁️ 73/99 | ☀️ 76/102 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 68/79 | 0% | ☁️ 69/78 | ☁️ 70/80 |
| San Jose | ☁️ 58/76 | 0% | 🌫️ 56/77 | ☁️ 62/89 |
| Austin | ☁️ 80/100 | 16% | 🌤️ 74/100 | ☀️ 80/107 |
| Jacksonville | ⛅ 75/90 | 39% | ☁️ 77/95 | ☁️ 81/100 |
| Fort Worth | 🌤️ 81/102 | 1% | ☁️ 81/102 | ☁️ 83/109 |
| Columbus | 🌫️ 69/81 | 13% | 🌧️ 72/81 | ☁️ 70/80 |
| Charlotte | 🌫️ 74/94 | 20% | ☁️ 75/98 | ☁️ 76/104 |
| Indianapolis | 🌦️ 71/88 | 39% | 🌦️ 74/87 | ☁️ 70/84 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 57/76 | 2% | ☁️ 57/77 | ☁️ 57/82 |
| Denver | 🌦️ 59/85 | 74% | 🌦️ 58/88 | ☁️ 70/91 |
| Boston | ☁️ 59/80 | 10% | ☁️ 56/81 | 🌧️ 67/78 |
| Nashville | ☀️ 76/99 | 10% | ☁️ 75/102 | ☁️ 80/102 |
| Detroit | ☁️ 66/84 | 7% | 🌦️ 72/86 | ☁️ 65/87 |
| Portland | ☁️ 59/77 | 2% | ☁️ 57/78 | ☁️ 61/88 |
| Las Vegas | 🌦️ 69/95 | 32% | 🌦️ 76/99 | ☁️ 91/102 |
| Miami | 🌧️ 78/88 | 15% | 🌤️ 80/91 | ☁️ 81/91 |
| Atlanta | 🌦️ 74/92 | 24% | 🌤️ 78/98 | ☁️ 82/105 |
| Minneapolis | 🌦️ 67/81 | 20% | ☁️ 64/83 | ☁️ 65/89 |
| Kansas City | 🌦️ 79/99 | 25% | 🌦️ 75/98 | ☁️ 68/91 |
| New Orleans | ☁️ 78/99 | 2% | ☀️ 78/101 | 🌦️ 76/101 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 76/88 | 47% | ⛈️ 75/84 | ⛈️ 75/79 |
| Anchorage | ☁️ 59/78 | 2% | 🌦️ 57/70 | 🌧️ 55/71 |