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The Guardian - World
US swelters on Independence Day with over 150m people under heat alerts
‘Severe’ and ‘potentially record-breaking’ heatwave sends temperatures soaring across US . More than 134 million people were under heat alerts on Thursday morning, as a brutal and potentially historic heatwave sent temperatures soaring across the ... -
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More than 128 million under heat alerts across US
Absurd heat continues across a large portion of the country this weekend, with many locations from coast to coast already setting all-time record high temperatures. -
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Do US fast-food customers want plant-based meat?
Do Americans want plant-based options at fast-food restaurants -
The New York Times - World
Top US Official Holding Talks on Defusing Israel-Hezbollah Conflict
Amos Hochstein’s trip to France comes after comments by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken that Israel had “effectively lost sovereignty” near the border with Lebanon because of attacks by Hezbollah.Israel -
Financial Times - World
Fed officials wanted ‘greater confidence’ that US inflation was cooling
Minutes of June meeting showed some officials were concerned about effect of high rates on job marketFederal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
Only 1 state in the US completely bans consumer fireworks
Firework laws are always a bit confusing for Americans ahead of the Fourth of July. Are you allowed to set them off? What kinds of fireworks can you legally purchase? It's a state-by-state mess that nobody seems to understand. -
ABC News - Tech
To save West Coast spotted owls, US officials plan to use trained shooters to kill hundreds of thousands of barred owls
To save West Coast spotted owls, US officials plan to use trained shooters to kill hundreds of thousands of barred owls -
ABC News - World
US envoy to Japan expresses regret over alleged sex crimes by military personnel in Okinawa
U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel expressed regret for the handling of two cases of sexual assaults allegedly committed by American military personnel on Okinawa, which have again stoked resentment of the heavy U.S. troop presence on the ... -
ABC News - Tech
To save spotted owls, US officials plan to kill hundreds of thousands of another owl species
U.S. wildlife officials are embracing a contentious plan to deploy trained shooters into dense West Coast forests to kill almost a half-million barred owls in coming decades -
ABC News - Tech
State passes bill encouraging school districts to ban students' phone use during day
Pennsylvania’s Senate has passed legislation to encourage school districts to effectively ban students’ use of cellphones during the school day -
The Hill - Politics
ALICE is on the rise in the US
Following last week’s Poor People’s Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly Morale March on Washington D.C., attention has further turned to ALICE. No, it’s not a she, rather it’s an acronym coined by United Way, which stands for: Asset Limited, Income ... -
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1 dead, 3 injured after severe thunderstorm tears through state park in Kansas
The storm blew through Lake Wilson in rural central Kansas' Wilson State Park. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Wisconsin voters can once again use absentee-ballot drop boxes to deliver their votes after the state supreme court overturned its own 2022 ban.
Wisconsin voters can once again use absentee-ballot drop boxes to deliver their votes after the state supreme court overturned its own 2022 ban. -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Use Bait In Stardew Valley
Early into Stardew Valley, Willy will give you a fishing pole, which unlocks fishing. Fishing is a big part of Stardew Valley and a great way to make money early on in the game, but there are a few mechanics you won't be able to use right away. ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How Science Is Helping Us Understand Human Sacrifice
New methods, such as DNA sequencing, help researchers probe this once-widespread behavior. -
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Alec Baldwin's "Rust" denied New Mexico tax incentives
Attorneys for Alec Baldwin's "Rust" said the incentive would have been used to pay a settlement to cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' family. -
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Sierra Leone outlaws child marriage. Even witnesses can face jail time.
The law, which criminalizes marrying any girl who is under 18 years old, is being celebrated widely. -
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FDA approves new treatment to slow progression of early Alzheimer's
The FDA approved a new Alzheimer's treatment called donanemab on Tuesday. It is designed to help patients in the early stages of the disease. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains what to know.FDA -
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At least 121 people killed in India stampede
At least 121 people were killed and dozens more were injured when a stampede broke out at a religious festival in northern India Tuesday. It's still unclear what may have caused the panic. Anbarasan Ethirajan, South Asia editor for BBC News, ...India -
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FDA bans ingredient found in some citrus-flavored sodas
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.FDA -
The New York Times - Sports
How Soccer Is Being Used to Influence the U.K. Election
The leaders of the two biggest political parties are tapping into the sport’s reach to target voters ahead of polling day on July 4.United Kingdom -
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Concerns over impact of high turnover among election workers
State election officials across the country are issuing warnings about high turnover among election workers. It could have a major impact on the November elections. A report by the Bipartisan Policy Center found turnover rose from 2018 to 2022 and ... -
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NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman announces 2024 championship venue
Jessica Berman, commissioner of the National Women's Soccer League, reveals first on "CBS Mornings" that CPKC Stadium, the world's first purpose-built stadium for a women's professional team, will host the 2024 NWSL Championship on Saturday, Nov. ... -
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Are there early Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals?
Everything you need to know about early access deals for Amazon Prime Day 2024. -
CBS News - Top stories
Marines reunite with K-9 partners after years apart
After nearly two years apart, Marines Dalton Stone and Isaac Weissand have finally reunited with their beloved K-9 partners, Aida and Poker. Their bond formed through service and companionship. -
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United Airlines texts customers live radar maps during weather delays
United says it's using AI to power the effort to keep customers apprised of factors affecting flight status.Travel -
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Best 4th of July deals to shop at Wayfair
Save up to 74% on storage furniture, kitchen essentials, bedroom furniture and more at Wayfair this 4th of July. -
CBS News - Top stories
Amazon has a pre-Prime Day coupon sale on Govee smart lighting
Add some mood lighting to your home with these fun Govee smart lights that you can save on right now. -
CBS News - Top stories
7/3: CBS News 24/7 Episode 1
Hurricane Beryl charges towards Jamaica as Category 4 storm; Environmental concerns over impact of liquefied natural gas. -
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The Guardian - World
US reports fourth case of bird flu in humans
Colorado dairy worker recovers as officials work toward vaccines and offer farmers financial aid. The US announced its fourth human case of bird flu, in a Colorado dairy worker, on Wednesday, as officials work to expand the availability of ... -
The Hill - Politics
US citizen sentenced to 12 years in Russian prison
Robert Woodland, a U.S. citizen, has been sentenced to prison in Russia after being convicted on drug charges, multiple outlets have reported. Woodland was sentenced Thursday by a Russian court to 12 1/2 years at a maximum security penal colony, ...Russia -
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Hurricane Beryl heads towards Mexico and the US
The National Hurricane Center forecasts the storm will hit the Yucatan Peninsula before heading towards Texas.Mexico -
The Hill - Politics
US economy adds 206K jobs in June
The U.S. economy added 206,000 jobs in June and the unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.1 percent, according to Labor Department data released Friday. The latest jobs numbers are are largely in line with expectations that the economy would add ... -
Financial Times - World
US economy adds more jobs than forecast but unemployment rises
Labour market shows signs of cooling as jobless rate increases to 4.1% in June and recent jobs growth is revised lower -
ESPN - Sports
Boxing star Garcia 'sorry' for use of racial slurs
Boxing star Ryan Garcia apologized Friday for using racial slurs against Black people and making disparaging comments about Muslims. He also said he's going to rehab. -
Financial Times - World
Smaller US companies are starved of investor attention
The Russell 2000 index struggles as megacaps dominate -
Financial Times - World
Slow and steady is a virtue in this US IPO recovery
One upshot is that companies considering a listing have to be more conservative in their pricing -
BBC News - Top stories
'Breakthrough' heightens hopes of Gaza ceasefire deal
Surprise resumption of talks puts warring sides closest to agreement for months. -
BBC News - Top stories
Israel settlements drive heightens Palestinian land angst
The settlements are spreading on land Palestinians want for a future independent state.Israel