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Jury deliberates for 2nd day in the triple murder trial of Australian accused of mushroom poisonings
2025-07-01

Jury deliberates for 2nd day in the triple murder trial of Australian accused of mushroom poisonings

A jury is deliberating for a second day in the murder trial of an Australian woman accused of killing her estranged husband’s relatives by deliberately feeding them poisonous mushrooms. Three of Erin Patterson’s four guests died after eating lunch at...

Inmate fatally shoots North Carolina officer before being caught in stolen vehicle, sheriff says
2025-07-01

Inmate fatally shoots North Carolina officer before being caught in stolen vehicle, sheriff says

Authorities in North Carolina say an escaped inmate fatally shot a detention officer with his own gun, then fled in a stolen vehicle before being captured in another county. The incident started Monday at a medical clinic in Murphy. Cherokee...

Trump dismantles Syria sanctions program as Israel ties eyed
2025-07-01

Trump dismantles Syria sanctions program as Israel ties eyed

President Donald Trump on Monday formally dismantled US sanctions against Syria, hoping to reintegrate the war-battered country into the global economy as Israel eyes ties with its new leadership.

2025-07-01

Abreu hits grand slam and inside-the-park homer and lifts the Red Sox over the Reds 13-6

Wilyer Abreu hit a grand slam and an inside-the-park solo home run for Boston, Trevor Story hit a three-run homer in the first inning and the Red Sox defeated the Reds 13-6 on Monday night. Boston knocked Cincinnati phenom right-hander...

Mexican authorities find 383 bodies at a Ciudad Juarez crematorium
2025-07-01

Mexican authorities find 383 bodies at a Ciudad Juarez crematorium

Authorities in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, have discovered 383 bodies and partial remains of six others at a crematorium

2025-07-01

Heaney takes no-hitter into 6th and Pirates stay hot with 7-0 win over Cardinals

Andrew Heaney carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning and Spencer Horwitz powered Pittsburgh’s offense as the Pirates cruised past the St. Louis Cardinals 7-0 to match a season high with their fourth straight victory. Heaney allowed three hits and...

2025-07-01

Tiny Tuvalu Seeks Assurance From US Its Citizens Won't Be Barred

By Kirsty NeedhamSYDNEY (Reuters) -Tuvalu, a tiny Pacific nation that scientists predict will be submerged by rising seas, said it is seeking...

Indy nonprofit promoting peacemakers earning money through Fever's success
2025-07-01

Indy nonprofit promoting peacemakers earning money through Fever's success

The Peace Learning Center helps build peacemakers in our communities through education at dozens of schools and community sites.

What to know about Kohberger agreeing to plead guilty to murdering 4 University of Idaho students
2025-07-01

What to know about Kohberger agreeing to plead guilty to murdering 4 University of Idaho students

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty to murder in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students as part of a deal to avoid the death penalty, an attorney for one victim’s family said Monday. Here’s what to know about the case and the recent developments: Who were the [...]

Violent Settlers Turn on Israeli Military After Attacking Palestinians in West Bank
2025-06-30

Violent Settlers Turn on Israeli Military After Attacking Palestinians in West Bank

The incident highlights the lack of law and order in parts of the occupied territory where Israelis associated with the settler movement have increasingly attacked Palestinians without consequences.

2025-06-30

From crop to craving: America’s endless appetite for corn

The great American corn obsession drives production, fuels tradition and anchors everything from go-to snacks to everyday meals. As modern ingredients crowd the market, corn ... Read moreThe post From crop to craving: America’s endless appetite for corn appeared first...

Exiled Iranian prince tells Trump he can be 'one of history's great peacemakers' amid talk of regime change
2025-06-30

Exiled Iranian prince tells Trump he can be 'one of history's great peacemakers' amid talk of regime change

Iran's late Shah's son advocates for democratic transition, revealing military defections and offering to partner with President Trump against "the world's most dangerous regime."

US stocks add a bit more to their all-time high
2025-06-30

US stocks add a bit more to their all-time high

U.S. stocks are adding to their records as Wall Street nears the finish of a second straight winning month. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% Monday in its first trading after completing a stunning rebound from its springtime sell-off of roughly...

Survivor of Israel's attack on Iran's Evin prison describes a 'slow death' after 12-day war
2025-06-30

Survivor of Israel's attack on Iran's Evin prison describes a 'slow death' after 12-day war

Rights activists in Iran fear intensified crackdowns following Israel's military campaign targeting Iran's nuclear program. On June 23, Israeli missiles struck Evin Prison, known for housing political dissidents, killing 71 people. The attack caused chaos, with prisoners relocated to overcrowded,...

Chilean communist scores surprise win in primary vote as battle with far-right looms
2025-06-30

Chilean communist scores surprise win in primary vote as battle with far-right looms

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Chilean Communist Jeannette Jara, the country's former labor minister, won the primary election for left-wing parties Sunday with surprising ease, beating out a more moderate rival to clinch over 60% of the vote.

2025-06-30

Tiffany Hayes scores 21 points as Valkyries run away from Storm for 84-57 win

Tiffany Hayes scored 21 points, Veronica Burton contributed 15 points, five rebounds and five assists, and the Golden State Valkyries ran away from the Seattle Storm for a 84-57 victory. Valkyries leading scorer Kayla Thornton headed to the locker room...

Sweet-smelling fungi at centre of Australian triple-murder trial
2025-06-30

Sweet-smelling fungi at centre of Australian triple-murder trial

The triple-murder trial of Australian Erin Patterson revolves around an innocuous-looking mushroom with a "slightly sweet" smell and a sinister name.

2025-06-30

Viridian Financial Group Welcomes Strategic Growth Investment from TA Associates to Expand Leading Diversified Financial Services Business in Australia

MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 29, 2025--

Beyoncé and Jay-Z dominate Paris as celebrity drives fashion’s biggest trend
2025-06-29

Beyoncé and Jay-Z dominate Paris as celebrity drives fashion’s biggest trend

The power of celebrity is the one trend that defined the fashion season in Paris

Azerbaijan cancels Russian events over the killings of 2 citizens in Yekaterinburg
2025-06-29

Azerbaijan cancels Russian events over the killings of 2 citizens in Yekaterinburg

Azerbaijan has canceled all cultural events involving Russian institutions in protest over the deaths of two Azerbaijani citizens during police raids in the Russian city of Yekaterinburg

2025-06-29

McLaren driver Lando Norris wins Formula 1's Austrian Grand Prix

McLaren driver Lando Norris wins Formula 1's Austrian Grand Prix.

Nearly 20 beaches in Mass. closed today, most due to high bacteria levels
2025-06-29

Nearly 20 beaches in Mass. closed today, most due to high bacteria levels

Nearly 20 beaches were closed in Massachusetts on Sunday, the majority due to high bacteria levels in the water.According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health interactive beach water quality dashboard, which provides water quality testing results for the current beach season, 15 of the 19 beaches closed are due to “Bacterial exceedance.” Two others are listed as closed Sunday due to harmful cyanobacteria bloom, and the last two closure reasons are listed as “other,” including Walden Pond in Concord, which is closed due to construction.Here’s the full list of the beaches closed in Mass. on Sunday:Andover – Pomps PondAshby – Damon Pond Beach (DCR)Brewster – Upper Mill PondConcord – Walden Pond – Main (DCR)Danvers – Sandy Beach (Danvers)Lynn – Kings (DCR)ManchesterMagnoliaTuck’s PointMarlborough – Henry F Collins BeachNatick – Cochituate State Park Beach (DCR)Rockport – Long BeachSalemChildren’s Island – BackChildren’s Island – WallyOcean AvenueSaugus – Peckham Pond at Camp Nihan (DCR)Templeton Beamans Pond – Campground (DCR)Beamans Pond – Day Use (DCR)West Tisbury – Seth’s PondWinchester – Shannon Beach at Upper Mystic (DCR)If a beach is closed, officials say you should not swim or enter the water at that location to avoid risk of illness.At Shannon Beach in Winchester, however, beachgoers ignored the posted warnings on Sunday, choosing to swim in the water anyway on a warm, sunny day in the Bay State.Warning signs at the beach read, “No swimming: Swimming may cause illness. Water contains elevated bacteria.”The high bacteria levels It can come from things like storm water, failing septic systems, sewer issues, and wildlife and pet waste.The Department of Public Health is reminding everyone that swimming in unsafe water can make you ill, causing gastrointestinal, respiratory, eye, ear, and flu-like systems, as well as rashes and itching.The beaches cannot reopen until bacteria levels are back in a safe range. It’s common for the closures to last a day or two, possibly more, as is the case in Winchester. It’s less than ideal timing with the warm, summer weather and the Fourth of July just days away.“I kind of stopped going to the beach as of last year, and I kind of started utilizing the pool a little more, I just don’t like how unsanitary it is to be down there now,” said Brianna Pierce. “It’s a little disappointing especially for those who buy the passes and everything and just blow their money on those every year.”

3 killed and a dozen others hospitalized after crowd surge at eastern India Hindu festival
2025-06-29

3 killed and a dozen others hospitalized after crowd surge at eastern India Hindu festival

Three people have been killed and more than a dozen hospitalized following a sudden crowd surge at a popular Hindu festival in eastern India’s coastal town of Puri. Tens of thousands of devotees gathered Sunday for “Rath Yatra,” or chariot...

'Stop, stop, stop': Beyoncé cuts song short after flying car malfunctions
2025-06-29

'Stop, stop, stop': Beyoncé cuts song short after flying car malfunctions

Beyoncé pumped the brakes on one of her final songs Saturday night in Houston, Texas, after a vital set piece seemingly malfunctioned while was was mid-air.

Jamaica’s film industry gets boost from government funding and co-production initiative
2025-06-29

Jamaica’s film industry gets boost from government funding and co-production initiative

Black River film festival invited US, European and African producers and directors to explore partnerships with local film-makersA film festival has brought US, European and African producers and directors to Jamaica to explore collaborations with local film-makers, who are set to benefit from several million US dollars-worth of government investment to boost the domestic industry.Held on a beach in Black River, in Jamaica’s south-western parish of St Elizabeth, the Black River film festival over the weekend gave Jamaican actors and film-makers a rare opportunity to screen their films to experienced movie makers such as the Netflix producer and director Samad Davis, the Atlanta-based executive movie producer Dolapo Erinkitola, and Cédric Pierre-Louis, the programming director of Nollywood TV, ROK and Zacu TV (Canal+). Continue reading...

Trump calls for a ceasefire deal on the war in Gaza as signs of progress emerge
2025-06-29

Trump calls for a ceasefire deal on the war in Gaza as signs of progress emerge

U.S. President Donald Trump is calling for a ceasefire deal on the war in Gaza. He has suggested an agreement could happen within a week. An Israeli official says plans are underway for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to travel to...

2025-06-29

Erik Thommy's second-half goal helps Sporting KC earn 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake

Erik Thommy scored in the second half to help Sporting Kansas City earn a 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake. Thommy pulled Sporting KC even in the 59th minute with his third goal this season — unassisted. Real Salt Lake...

2025-06-29

Rookie JJ Quinerly scores season-high 15 in her first WNBA start to help the Wings beat the Mystics

JJ Quinerly scored a season-high 15 points in her first WNBA start and fellow rookie Aziaha James also had 15 to help the Dallas Wings beat the Washington Mystics 79-71. Dallas’ other rookie, Paige Bueckers, did not play because of...

2025-06-29

Uganda’s octogenarian president seeks to extend four-decade rule

Uganda’s Yoweri Museveni is seeking nomination as the ruling party’s presidential candidate for the upcoming elections in January, in a bid to extend his four-decade grip on power, which human rights groups say has been characterized by the suppression of...

2025-06-29

AP News Summary at 10:30 p.m. EDT

Senators voting in weekend session to meet Trump's deadline for passing his tax and spending cuts

2025-06-29

Tucker enjoys huge game against former team as Cubs hammer Astros

Kyle Tucker launched a three-run homer and matched a season high with four hits against the team that traded him in December, and the Chicago Cubs routed Houston 12-3 to stop the Astros' five-game winning streak. Tucker also scored four...

2025-06-29

Maxi Urruti scores in second-half stoppage time and New England draws with Colorado

Maxi Urruti’s header in the third minute of second-half stoppage time lifted the New England Revolution into a 3-3 tie with the Colorado Rapids. Urruti scored with a header from the center of the box to the upper left central...

Around 100,000 March In Budapest Pride In Open Defiance Of Hungary's Ban
2025-06-29

Around 100,000 March In Budapest Pride In Open Defiance Of Hungary's Ban

The march began at Budapest City Hall and wound through the city center before crossing the capital's Erzsébet Bridge over the Danube River.

Colombia lower house approves pension reform, again
2025-06-29

Colombia lower house approves pension reform, again

BOGOTA (Reuters) -Colombia's lower house approved on Saturday, for the second time, a pension reform supported by leftist President Gustavo Petro, after the constitutional court ordered a repetition of the ballot because of procedural irregularities.

Dozens detained after Serbian riot police and anti-government protesters clash
2025-06-29

Dozens detained after Serbian riot police and anti-government protesters clash

The protest by tens of thousands of people was held after nearly eight months of persistent dissent led by Serbia's university students that have rattled President Aleksandar Vucic's firm grip on power in the Balkan country.

2025-06-29

Jake Paul is about to take his biggest boxing test against notorious ex-champ Julio César Chávez Jr.

Jake Paul is set to take the biggest risk of his unique boxing career on Saturday night when he faces former middleweight champion Julio César Chávez Jr. at Honda Center. Paul is facing his most accomplished opponent yet when he...

Elon Musk renews his criticism of Trump's big bill as it faces a key Senate vote
2025-06-29

Elon Musk renews his criticism of Trump's big bill as it faces a key Senate vote

Elon Musk on Saturday doubled down on his distaste for President Donald Trump's sprawling tax and spending cuts bill, arguing the legislation that Republican senators are scrambling to pass would kill jobs and bog down burgeoning industries.“The latest Senate draft bill will destroy millio...

2025-06-29

Honduras beats Panama in shootout to reach Gold Cup semis

Carlos Pineda scored the decisive penalty shot as Honduras beat Panama in a shootout after the teams played to a 1-1 draw in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals. Honduras advanced to the semifinals on Wednesday in Santa Clara, California, where...

2025-06-29

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scores in 90th minute to give New York Red Bulls 2-2 tie with Minnesota

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scored the equalizer in the 90th minute and New York Red Bulls salvaged a 2-2 tie with Minnesota United. Choupo-Moting caught up to a pass by Kyle Duncan and scored with a right-footed shot from the center...

2025-06-29

Sam Surridge, Joe Willis lead Nashville over DC United 1-0 to up unbeaten run to 13

Sam Surridge scored his league-leading 16th goal on a penalty kick in the first half and Joe Willis made it stand up as Nashville SC extended its unbeaten run to 13 matches with a 1-0 victory over D.C. United. Surridge,...

2025-06-29

Schwellenbach strikes out 12 and Murphy hits grand slam to lift Braves over Phillies

Spencer Schwellenbach struck out a career-high 12 and Sean Murphy hit a grand slam as the Atlanta Braves bounced back from an embarrassing loss to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1. Schwellenbach gave up one run, three hits and one walk...

2025-06-28

AP Business SummaryBrief at 10:44 a.m. EDT

Senators prep for a weekend of work to meet Trump's deadline for passing his tax and spending cuts

2025-06-28

AP Trending SummaryBrief at 10:44 a.m. EDT

Fans criticize Beyoncé for shirt calling Native Americans 'the enemies of peace'

Slain Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman laid to rest
2025-06-28

Slain Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman laid to rest

Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman will be laid to rest alongside her husband on Saturday, weeks after her "politically motivated assassination" stunned the nation

Major turnout as Budapest Pride defies Orban's ban in Hungary
2025-06-28

Major turnout as Budapest Pride defies Orban's ban in Hungary

With rainbow flags flying high, tens of thousands of people began marching Saturday for the Budapest Pride parade, defying a government ban that marks a major pushback against LGBTQ rights in the European Union.

2025-06-28

AP News Summary at 10:34 a.m. EDT

Senators prep for a weekend of work to meet Trump's deadline for passing his tax and spending cuts

2025-06-28

EU Plans to Add Carbon Credits to New Climate Goal, Document Shows

By Kate AbnettBRUSSELS (Reuters) -The European Commission is set to propose counting carbon credits bought from other countries towards the...

Hundreds of thousands mourn top Iranian military commanders and scientists killed in Israeli strikes
2025-06-28

Hundreds of thousands mourn top Iranian military commanders and scientists killed in Israeli strikes

Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the funeral of top Iranian commanders and scientists killed in a 12-day war with Israel. The caskets of Revolutionary Guard chief Gen. Hossein Salami and missile program head Gen. Amir Ali...

Fans celebrate ‘Squid Game’ finale with Seoul parade
2025-06-28

Fans celebrate ‘Squid Game’ finale with Seoul parade

Thousands of fans gathered in Seoul on Saturday to celebrate the final “Squid Game” season, ending a global Netflix hit that is seen as a symbol of South Korea’s cultural clout. The third and final season was released Friday, concluding the series that sees desperate people compete in deadly versions of traditional children’s games for [...]The post Fans celebrate ‘Squid Game’ finale with Seoul parade appeared first on Digital Journal.

2025-06-28

CRYPTO MINING FIRM Launches Smart Cloud Mining Platform

Liverpool, England, UK, June 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

2025-06-28

BAY Miner provides smarter AI cloud mining services for Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana, and ...

Denver, Colorado, June 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the geopolitical situation evolves, the cryptocurrency market is surging again, with Bitcoin having risen back above $105,000, while Ethereum and Solana have rebounded to key resistance levels. In this environment, investors...

The death toll in a landslide in Colombia rises to 22 with 8 missing
2025-06-28

The death toll in a landslide in Colombia rises to 22 with 8 missing

The death toll in a landslide in northwest Colombia has risen to 22 with eight still missing

Truckers work on English skills and the trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' | Hot off the Wire
2025-06-28

Truckers work on English skills and the trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' | Hot off the Wire

🎧 Get a recap of recent financial, health and general interest stories through this special edition of our Hot off the Wire daily news podcast.

Showers pass through this morning, temps make it to mid 70s
2025-06-28

Showers pass through this morning, temps make it to mid 70s

We’re starting Saturday off on a familiar note. A few showers will speed through this morning. Nothing appears too heavy and/or persistent, but they will drag into the late morning hours. The afternoon will dry out although we’re not going right back to sun. That too will lag for a few hours. Hopefully, we’ll see some rays by mid-afternoon. Surprisingly, the warmth is still with us. Highs will make it into the mid and upper 70s, with an increase in humidity.Tomorrow dawns bright and warm. We’re heading for the mid-80s with a less humid airmass. Winds will be west, so there’s no sea breeze, making this an excellent beach day.Heat returns by early next week. Highs will climb to 90 by Tuesday as we watch a cold front slice through New England. This could touch off a few strong thunderstorms later in the afternoon, so keep your eyes to the skies. This is the perfect setup for the remainder of the week, however. Outside of another storm threat Thursday, we sail into the holiday weekend with plenty of sun and warm summer temps.Enjoy the weekend and be safe!

2025-06-28

Patrick Bailey's clutch 2-run triple lifts Giants over White Sox, 3-1

Patrick Bailey hit a go-ahead two-run triple in the sixth inning and the San Francisco Giants ended a three-game skid with a 3-1 win over the Chicago White Sox. Landon Roupp (6-5) won his second straight start and third out...

Justice Department Abruptly Fires 3 Prosecutors Who Worked On Jan. 6 Cases: AP
2025-06-28

Justice Department Abruptly Fires 3 Prosecutors Who Worked On Jan. 6 Cases: AP

A letter that was received by one of the prosecutors was signed by Attorney General Pam Bondi.

'I tell my children not to play so we save money on soap'
2025-06-28

'I tell my children not to play so we save money on soap'

High inflation and a cost-of-living crisis means many Malawians, like Suzanna Kathumba, face tough choices.

After Falling Behind by 6 in the 2nd Inning, the Orioles Storm Back and Rout Tampa Bay 22-8
2025-06-28

After Falling Behind by 6 in the 2nd Inning, the Orioles Storm Back and Rout Tampa Bay 22-8

Gary Sanchez homered and drove in four runs, Ramón Laureano scored four times and the Baltimore Orioles stormed back from from an early six-run deficit to rout the Tampa Bay Rays 22-8

Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte Reveals Fan Who Brought Him to Tears Shouted He Messaged His Late Mother
2025-06-28

Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte Reveals Fan Who Brought Him to Tears Shouted He Messaged His Late Mother

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte said a fan in Chicago who brought him to tears during a game against the White Sox this week shouted that he messaged his late mother the previous night

Justice Department abruptly fires 3 prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say
2025-06-28

Justice Department abruptly fires 3 prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say

The Justice Department has fired at least three prosecutors involved in U.S. Capitol riot criminal cases, according to two people familiar with the matter. It’s the latest move by the Trump administration targeting attorneys connected to the massive prosecution of...

2025-06-28

Attorney General Pam Bondi abruptly fires 3 prosecutors who were involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say

Attorney General Pam Bondi abruptly fires 3 prosecutors who were involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say.

Hegseth reveals new name for USNS Harvey Milk
2025-06-27

Hegseth reveals new name for USNS Harvey Milk

The U.S. Navy renamed the USNS Harvey Milk to the Oscar V. Peterson in an effort to take the "politics out of ship naming," SecDef Pete Hegseth said.

DOGE Enters US ATF With Mandate to Slash Gun Regulations, Washington Post Reports
2025-06-27

DOGE Enters US ATF With Mandate to Slash Gun Regulations, Washington Post Reports

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency has sent staff to the agency that enforces federal gun laws with the goal of...

Supreme Court preserves key part of Obamacare coverage requirements
2025-06-27

Supreme Court preserves key part of Obamacare coverage requirements

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court preserved a key part of the Affordable Care Act’s preventive health care coverage requirements on Friday, rejecting a challenge from Christian employers to the provision that affects some 150 million Americans.

Supreme Court OKs fee that subsidizes phone, internet services in schools, libraries and rural areas
2025-06-27

Supreme Court OKs fee that subsidizes phone, internet services in schools, libraries and rural areas

The Supreme Court has upheld the fee added to phone bills to provide billions of dollars a year in subsidized phone and internet services in schools, libraries and rural areas. The justices Friday reversed an appeals court ruling that had...

5 Greek government officials resign over EU farming subsidy fraud allegations
2025-06-27

5 Greek government officials resign over EU farming subsidy fraud allegations

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Five high-ranking Greek government officials, including a minister and three deputy ministers, resigned Friday following allegations of involvement in corruption over the mismanagement of European Union farming subsidies.

Netanyahu Took a Giant Gamble in Confronting Iran. It Paid Off.
2025-06-27

Netanyahu Took a Giant Gamble in Confronting Iran. It Paid Off.

The normally risk-averse Israeli leader struck Iran without the promise of U.S. aid but with a shrewd sense of Trump’s likely reaction.

Family Sues Over US Detention in What May Be First Challenge to Courthouse Arrests Involving Kids
2025-06-27

Family Sues Over US Detention in What May Be First Challenge to Courthouse Arrests Involving Kids

A mother and her two young kids are fighting for their release from a Texas immigration detention center

Ex-Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy Sounds Alarm On These 2 Threats To Democracy
2025-06-27

Ex-Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy Sounds Alarm On These 2 Threats To Democracy

Kennedy, who stepped down from the bench in 2018, issued a dire warning about "freedom" in his nearly 10-minute-long remarks at an event Thursday.

Japan executes man convicted of murder for killing and dismembering 9 people in his apartment
2025-06-27

Japan executes man convicted of murder for killing and dismembering 9 people in his apartment

Japan's Justice Ministry says a man convicted of murder for killing and dismembering nine people in his apartment near Tokyo was executed Friday. Takahiro Shiraishi, known as the “Twitter killer,” was sentenced to death in 2020 for the killings in...

Canada passes law fast-tracking 'nation building' projects to counter Trump
2025-06-27

Canada passes law fast-tracking 'nation building' projects to counter Trump

The government hopes the legislation will reduce dependence on the US, but has drawn criticism from environmental groups.

Echo Lake Entertainment Signs ‘Day My Brain Exploded’ Author Ashok Rajamani (EXCLUSIVE)
2025-06-27

Echo Lake Entertainment Signs ‘Day My Brain Exploded’ Author Ashok Rajamani (EXCLUSIVE)

Echo Lake Entertainment has signed author Ashok Rajamani for representation in all areas. Rajamani will be represented by Amy Schiffman, partner at Echo Lake Entertainment. The signing comes as Rajamani’s breakthrough memoir “The Day My Brain Exploded: A True Story” is set to be adapted into a feature film by the producers of Oscar-winning “Slumdog [...]

NBA draft resumes with trades, early selections of All-Americans Broome and Kalkbrenner
2025-06-27

NBA draft resumes with trades, early selections of All-Americans Broome and Kalkbrenner

The NBA draft resumed with a trade and the deals appeared likely to continue throughout the second round. The Phoenix Suns opened it by taking Rasheer Fleming after agreeing to acquire the pick earlier Thursday from the Minnesota Timberwolves. The...

2025-06-27

Flash flooding again hits West Virginia communities still trying to clean up from deadly deluge

WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) — A northern West Virginia region still cleaning up from flash flooding less than two weeks ago was hit with torrential rains that sent creeks over their banks again Thursday night.

US Will Not Complete Oil Deliveries Into Its Reserve Until Year-End
2025-06-27

US Will Not Complete Oil Deliveries Into Its Reserve Until Year-End

By Timothy Gardner and Shariq KhanWASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. will not complete scheduled deliveries of crude oil into the Strategic Petroleum...

Intel leaders say Iran nuclear sites "severely damaged," disputing preliminary U.S. assessment
2025-06-26

Intel leaders say Iran nuclear sites "severely damaged," disputing preliminary U.S. assessment

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA Director John Ratcliffe claimed their agencies had new intelligence regarding the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Ratcliffe said Iran's nuclear program was "severely damaged" and would "have to be rebuilt over the course of years" while Gabbard claimed "Iran's nuclear facilities have been destroyed." It disputes a preliminary assessment by the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency that said Iran's nuclear program was set back by a few months.

2025-06-26

Oscar Piastri says he and Lando Norris remain 'free to race' for the F1 title

Oscar Piastri says he and McLaren teammate Lando Norris are “still free to race” for the Formula 1 title after their collision at the Canadian Grand Prix. Norris apologized after clipping Piastri’s car and hitting the wall in Canada 11...

North Korea will open its biggest tour site next week, though it still largely blocks foreigners
2025-06-26

North Korea will open its biggest tour site next week, though it still largely blocks foreigners

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea next week will open a signature coastal tourist site that it says will usher in a new era in its tourism industry, though there is no word on when the country will fully reopen to foreign visitors.

Iran’s Khamenei says U.S. intervention in war achieved nothing
2025-06-26

Iran’s Khamenei says U.S. intervention in war achieved nothing

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claimed victory in the war with Israel and said the U.S.’s intervention achieved nothing, in his first comments since a ceasefire came into effect Tuesday.

Storms in France leave 2 dead, 17 injured and cause parliament to spring a leak
2025-06-26

Storms in France leave 2 dead, 17 injured and cause parliament to spring a leak

PARIS (AP) — Two people were killed and 17 injured during torrential storms in France that toppled trees, flooded Paris streets and caused parliament’s roof to spring a leak as the prime minister was speaking.

2025-06-26

An explosion and ensuing stampede kill 29 children in a Central African Republic school

BANGUI, Central African Republic (AP) — An explosion and the stampede that followed killed at least 29 schoolchildren and injured more than 250 at a high school in Central African Republic’s capital city, authorities said Thursday.

Iran’s supreme leader warns against further American attacks in his first statement since ceasefire
2025-06-26

Iran’s supreme leader warns against further American attacks in his first statement since ceasefire

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Thursday his country had delivered a “slap to America’s face” with its strike on an American base in Qatar, and warned against any further U.S. attacks in his first public comments since a ceasefire was declared with Israel after 12 days of war.

1 in 4 worry gut issues may ruin their summer vacations
2025-06-26

1 in 4 worry gut issues may ruin their summer vacations

A quarter of Americans won’t try new foods while on vacation because of digestive issues.

Israel Halts Aid Into Gaza, Official Says, Clans Deny Hamas Is Stealing It
2025-06-26

Israel Halts Aid Into Gaza, Official Says, Clans Deny Hamas Is Stealing It

CAIRO/TEL AVIV – Israel has stopped aid entering Gaza for two days to prevent it being seized by Hamas, an official said on Thursday after images circulated of masked men on aid trucks who clan leaders said were protecting aid, not Hamas stealing it from civilians. Israeli government spokesperson David Mencer later told reporters that [...]The post Israel Halts Aid Into Gaza, Official Says, Clans Deny Hamas Is Stealing It appeared first on GV Wire.

Former MP Rahim Jaffer returns to politics with bid to be Edmonton's mayor
2025-06-26

Former MP Rahim Jaffer returns to politics with bid to be Edmonton's mayor

Jaffer tells Postmedia he plans to base campaign on taxes, public safety reforms, better business climate

Thailand banning cannabis sales without a prescription 3 years after decriminalization
2025-06-26

Thailand banning cannabis sales without a prescription 3 years after decriminalization

BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand is further tightening control of cannabis by banning sales of the plant to those without prescriptions.

2025-06-26

Notorious drug lord, wanted by U.S., captured underground in Ecuador

José Adolfo “Fito” Macías Villamar is accused of turning once-peaceful Ecuador into a major narcotrafficking hub. He escaped from prison in early 2024.

2025-06-26

Ramiro Enrique and Marco Pasalić score 2 goals apiece, Orlando City beats St. Louis 4-2

Ramiro Enrique and Marco Pasalić each scored two goals on Wednesday night to help Orlando City beat St. Louis City SC 4-2. Enrique opened the scoring in the seventh minute and Pasalić, on the counter-attack, rolled a shot from well...

Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in jail while attorneys spar over whether he’ll be swiftly deported
2025-06-26

Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in jail while attorneys spar over whether he’ll be swiftly deported

The Salvadoran national whose mistaken deportation became a flashpoint in the fight over President Donald Trump’s immigration policies has been in jail since June 7.

2025-06-26

Lenyn Sosa homers twice to lead White Sox past Diamondbacks

CHICAGO (AP) — Lenyn Sosa went deep twice for his first career multi-homer game and finished with a career-high four RBIs to lead the Chicago White Sox past the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-3 on Wednesday.

Honduras and US discuss immigration, security after tense start under Trump
2025-06-26

Honduras and US discuss immigration, security after tense start under Trump

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras (AP) — Honduras President Xiomara Castro and U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem discussed immigration and border security in their first meeting Wednesday, after Castro had previously rejected President Donald Trump’s calls for ramped up deportations.

Jacob DeGrom Flirts With a Perfect Game, Then a No-Hitter With the Rangers
2025-06-26

Jacob DeGrom Flirts With a Perfect Game, Then a No-Hitter With the Rangers

When righthander Jacob deGrom is at his best, the Texas Rangers believe he’s the best pitcher on the planet

Road shut down due to serious crash on Cape Cod
2025-06-26

Road shut down due to serious crash on Cape Cod

Police are at the scene of a serious crash in Yarmouth, Massachusetts, on Thursday morning.Yarmouth poice said in a Facebook post at 7:10 a.m. that Willow Street is closed between Higgins Crowell Road and Camp Street due to a serious crash. They said Eversource employees can still access their location from the Higgins Crowell side.The closure will remain in effect until the investigation continues.There was no immediate word on injuries.

Trump demands immediate end to ‘great war time’ PM Netanyahu’s corruption trial
2025-06-26

Trump demands immediate end to ‘great war time’ PM Netanyahu’s corruption trial

President Donald Trump called for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s yearslong corruption trial to be “CANCELLED, IMMEDIATELY,” on Wednesday afternoon. Netanyahu has been accused of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust in a trial lasting four years that Trump called...

'Integrity And Faith': Mike Pence Commends Convicted Jan. 6 Rioter Who Refused Pardon
2025-06-26

'Integrity And Faith': Mike Pence Commends Convicted Jan. 6 Rioter Who Refused Pardon

Pamela Hemphill, known as “MAGA Granny” after the riot, explained why the message from the former vice president was "more than worth it."

D.C. delegate in Congress insists for second time she's running for re-election. Her office again says no decision yet.
2025-06-26

D.C. delegate in Congress insists for second time she's running for re-election. Her office again says no decision yet.

Eleanor Holmes Norton, 88, has said twice this month that she will seek another term in the House. Each time her office pumped the brakes.

2025-06-26

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A Chilean cyclist and his dog get caught up in the Israel-Iran war

Bezos and Sanchez arrive in Venice as protesters say their wedding highlights wealth inequality
2025-06-26

Bezos and Sanchez arrive in Venice as protesters say their wedding highlights wealth inequality

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez have arrived in Venice, Italy, ahead of their star-studded wedding. Bezos waved from the water taxi as he and Sanchez arrived Wednesday at the dock of a hotel on the Grand Canal. The...

Russian Oligarch Gets Suspended UK Jail Term for Contempt in Divorce Case
2025-06-25

Russian Oligarch Gets Suspended UK Jail Term for Contempt in Divorce Case

LONDON (Reuters) -A Russian oil tycoon was on Wednesday given a suspended 28-day jail sentence in his absence in London for contempt of court after...

7 Israeli troops are killed in a Gaza bombing as Palestinian officials say Israeli attacks kill 79
2025-06-25

7 Israeli troops are killed in a Gaza bombing as Palestinian officials say Israeli attacks kill 79

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel on Wednesday reported one of its deadliest days in Gaza in months as its military said seven soldiers were killed when a Palestinian attacker attached a bomb to their armored vehicle, while health officials in the battered enclave said Israeli attacks killed 79 people over the past day.