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Indiana Floods Kill at Least Five as Severe Weather Continues
At least five people died after heavy rain caused devastating flooding across Indiana. More than 11 inches of rain fell in some areas over two days, while emergency crews used boats to rescue residents along the White River in Indianapolis. Officials urged people in flood-prone areas to follow evacuation warnings.
Hurricane Lala Strengthens as Hawaii Faces Potential First Direct Hit in 34 Years
Hurricane Lala brought strong winds and torrential rain to Hawaii as authorities warned of life-threatening conditions. If the storm makes landfall, it would be the state’s first direct hurricane hit in 34 years. Forecasters said the Big Island could receive as much as 25 inches of rain.
Indonesia Earthquake Death Toll Reaches at Least 51
Rescue crews searched collapsed buildings and landslide debris in eastern Indonesia after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake killed at least 51 people, injured more than 100 and displaced thousands. More than 1,300 homes were damaged, and search teams continued looking for survivors on Flores.
Associated Press via The Guardian - Reuters
National News
Five Shot at Virginia State University; Multiple Suspects Remain at Large
Five people were shot near residence halls at Virginia State University early Saturday, including one person who was critically injured. The campus was placed on lockdown as police responded, and authorities said multiple suspects remained at large.
Nearly 1.6 Million Dozen Eggs Recalled Over Salmonella Concerns
The FDA issued its highest-risk warning for a recall involving nearly 1.6 million dozen white and brown cage-free eggs from Texas. Officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak that has sickened nearly 100 people and affects distribution across several Southern and Southwestern states.
Colorado River Authorities Pursue New Ways to Preserve Water Supplies
Drained by drought and overuse, the Colorado River is shrinking as authorities work on new efforts to keep it flowing. The river’s decline threatens water supplies across the region.
Politics
Democrats Make South Carolina First in New 2028 Primary Calendar
Democratic Party officials finalized a new order for the first six states in the 2028 presidential nominating process. South Carolina will lead the calendar, while Iowa and New Hampshire have been pushed back.
The New York Times - Al Jazeera
White House Credits Trump for Drug-Price Drop Despite Article Citing Biden Policies
The White House promoted a headline reporting the sharpest decline in prescription drug prices in more than 60 years and presented it as an achievement of President Donald Trump. The article cited experts who attributed the drop more likely to policies enacted under former President Joe Biden.
Alaska Senate Candidate Rejects Kamala Harris Fundraising Appeal
Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola rejected support from former Vice President Kamala Harris after Harris’s political organization sent a fundraising appeal on Peltola’s behalf. The appeal directed half of donations to Harris’s organization, according to the report.
Business & Finance
German Companies Cut U.S. Investment to Three-Year Low
German companies reduced investment in the United States to its lowest level in three years, according to data cited by Reuters.
Manufacturers Shift Toward Equipment for AI Data Centers
Companies including Caterpillar and Cummins are pivoting toward machinery needed to supply the booming AI data-center market. The shift is creating new demand for equipment that was once considered conventional industrial hardware.
Lakers Sale Sets Record $12.5 Billion Valuation
The sale of the Los Angeles Lakers valued the team at a record $12.5 billion, surpassing the $10 billion paid for the franchise just one year earlier. The deal reflects continued increases in professional sports team prices.
World News
Russia Launches Fresh Air Attacks Across Ukraine
Russian strikes killed three people, according to reports, while firefighters worked to contain a fire at a market in Kyiv. Moscow said a warehouse was hit, and Ukrainian officials reported injuries from overnight attacks.
Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon Kill at Least 11
Lebanese authorities said Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 11 people. Israel’s military said it targeted what it called Hezbollah infrastructure in response to earlier action against Israeli soldiers.
Cholera Outbreak Sickens More Than 90 in Yangon
More than 90 people have fallen ill in Myanmar’s largest city amid an outbreak of cholera. Civil war and military rule have weakened the health care system, while heavy monsoon rains have increased the risk of waterborne disease.
Arts & Culture
Disney and Square Enix Preview “Kingdom Hearts 4”
Disney and Square Enix presented a preview of the video game “Kingdom Hearts 4” at a fan convention. The presentation was part of a wider showcase for Disney’s upcoming entertainment projects.
Ariana Grande Begins 10-Date London Run
Ariana Grande began the first of 10 London dates on her tour. The BBC reported that she plans to step back from public life after the shows.
Tupac Murder Trial Set to Begin Three Decades After His Death
Duane “Keffe D” Davis is scheduled to face trial over the 1996 ambush that killed rapper Tupac Shakur near the Las Vegas Strip. Davis is the first person to be prosecuted in the long-unsolved case.
Tech & Society
Open-Weight AI Is Unlikely to Reduce Demand for AI Infrastructure
Some of the biggest beneficiaries of the artificial-intelligence boom may continue to profit whether open models become widespread or not. The report focuses on companies supplying the computing infrastructure and other tools behind AI development.
Neuroscientist Calls for Less Screen Use in Schools
Neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath argues that educational technology and classroom screens undermine how children learn and develop. His campaign follows broader calls for smartphone bans in schools and restrictions on social media use by younger teenagers.
AI-Driven Scam Uses Vacation Photos to Target Travelers
Fraudsters are using photos posted on Instagram and Facebook to craft convincing messages that claim a traveler’s bank card was compromised. The messages reference details from the person’s trip and ask recipients to verify their bank information.
Sports
Djokovic Upset by Tirante at Cincinnati Open
Novak Djokovic lost to Argentina’s Thiago Agustín Tirante, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4, in Cincinnati. Djokovic struggled in the heat and humidity during his first match since Wimbledon.
Kate Douglass Breaks 50-Meter Freestyle World Record Twice in One Day
American swimmer Kate Douglass lowered the women’s 50-meter freestyle world record twice at the Pan Pacific Championships. She won the final in 23.19 seconds after setting a 23.49-second mark in the preliminaries.
Bangladesh Defeats Australia in Historic Test Victory
Bangladesh beat Australia by nine wickets in Darwin to record its first Test victory on Australian soil. Australia was bowled out for 284 in its second innings, and Bangladesh completed the required 57 runs for the loss of one wicket.
Cardinals Rookie Joshua Báez Hits Three Homers in First Three At-Bats
St. Louis Cardinals rookie Joshua Báez became the first major-league player to hit three home runs in his first three at-bats. Called up from Triple-A earlier in the day, Báez drove in five runs in an 8-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 68/83 | 17% | 🌧️ 68/86 | 🌧️ 73/84 |
| Los Angeles | 🌤️ 62/86 | 0% | ☁️ 64/88 | ☁️ 74/95 |
| San Francisco | 🌫️ 56/68 | 0% | 🌫️ 55/67 | 🌫️ 57/69 |
| Chicago | 🌦️ 72/83 | 73% | ☁️ 68/83 | 🌦️ 66/83 |
| Houston | 🌤️ 75/97 | 1% | 🌤️ 74/97 | ☁️ 81/101 |
| Dallas | 🌤️ 82/104 | 1% | 🌤️ 79/106 | 🌤️ 87/110 |
| Phoenix | ☁️ 84/109 | 2% | ☁️ 83/114 | ☁️ 94/114 |
| Philadelphia | 🌦️ 68/86 | 70% | 🌧️ 68/86 | ☁️ 71/87 |
| San Antonio | 🌤️ 74/100 | 0% | 🌤️ 75/100 | ☁️ 77/102 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 67/78 | 0% | ☁️ 67/80 | ☁️ 72/80 |
| San Jose | 🌫️ 58/77 | 0% | 🌫️ 56/79 | ☁️ 58/89 |
| Austin | ☀️ 75/101 | 0% | ☀️ 76/102 | ☁️ 80/103 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 78/96 | 15% | ☁️ 79/95 | ☁️ 83/105 |
| Fort Worth | 🌤️ 82/103 | 1% | 🌤️ 80/105 | ☁️ 84/109 |
| Columbus | ⛈️ 74/84 | 59% | 🌦️ 71/83 | ☁️ 65/83 |
| Charlotte | ☁️ 73/95 | 27% | 🌤️ 74/99 | ☁️ 76/101 |
| Indianapolis | 🌦️ 75/87 | 44% | 🌧️ 70/86 | ☁️ 64/84 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 57/75 | 1% | ☁️ 56/76 | ☁️ 57/82 |
| Denver | 🌦️ 61/88 | 64% | ☁️ 59/93 | ☁️ 73/97 |
| Boston | ☁️ 55/82 | 0% | 🌧️ 67/79 | 🌦️ 68/73 |
| Nashville | 🌤️ 73/100 | 1% | 🌤️ 77/100 | 🌦️ 76/97 |
| Detroit | 🌦️ 69/84 | 22% | ☁️ 66/84 | ☁️ 65/88 |
| Portland | ☁️ 59/75 | 1% | ☁️ 57/80 | ☁️ 64/85 |
| Las Vegas | ☁️ 76/103 | 26% | ☁️ 78/108 | ☁️ 95/108 |
| Miami | ☀️ 79/91 | 2% | ☁️ 76/91 | ☀️ 82/94 |
| Atlanta | ☁️ 76/96 | 13% | 🌤️ 77/99 | 🌦️ 77/102 |
| Minneapolis | ☁️ 66/83 | 26% | ☁️ 60/85 | ☁️ 65/85 |
| Kansas City | ☁️ 75/93 | 21% | ☁️ 67/92 | ☁️ 69/99 |
| New Orleans | 🌤️ 79/100 | 8% | ☁️ 78/98 | ☁️ 81/97 |
| Honolulu | ⛈️ 74/83 | 100% | ⛈️ 75/81 | 🌦️ 73/83 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 58/70 | 100% | 🌦️ 56/69 | 🌦️ 56/65 |