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Nearly 100 beaches across the country are closed or have swimming advisories
Officials in at least 10 states have closed beaches or warned people not to swim in the water due to high bacteria levels ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. -
The Hill - Politics
Governors after Biden meeting: We have his back
A small group of Democratic governors affirmed their support for President Biden following a White House meeting with the president on Wednesday amid growing Democratic calls for him to drop out of the race. “The feedback was, we are all looking ...Joe Biden -
ABC News - Tech
These oldest inhabited termite mounds have been active for 34,000 years
Scientists in South Africa have been stunned to discover that termite mounds that are still inhabited in an arid region of the country are 34,000 years old, meaning they are the oldest known active termite hills -
Financial Times - Business
British Airways owner IAG warns airfares must rise to fund carbon cuts
Company’s chief Luis Gallego expects cost implications of switch to cleaner fuel to hit passenger demand -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Sign Snatchers Beware, That Campaign Poster Might Have an AirTag
The geotracking devices are leaving thieves dumbfounded—and occasionally facing criminal charges. -
The Guardian - World
The Mariners have never reached a World Series. Fans hope for a drought’s end
Seattle are sitting atop the American League West but the team’s ambitions have been dashed plenty of times before. Billy Mac remembers being in the broadcast booth in 2019 when Félix Hernández pitched his final game for the Seattle Mariners. ... -
The Guardian - World
How 14 years of Tory rule have changed Britain – in charts
Charts show what has happened in five key areas, from the NHS to food banks, since the Conservatives came to power in 2010. UK general election live: latest updatesLive tracker: UK general election results 2024Fourteen years, five prime ministers, ... -
The Guardian - World
Why have there been so many own goals at Euro 2024?
There have been nine own goals at this tournament – as many as the first 15 European Championships combined. By Richard Foster for The Football Mine. When the Belgium defender Jan Vertonghen deflected Randal Kolo Muani’s shot past his own ... -
The New York Times - Science
Melodies of Popular Songs Have Gotten Simpler Over Time
A new study that reviewed Billboard hits from the past 73 years found a steady simplification of rhythm and pitch. -
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Report: Hield believed Warriors have better chance to win than Lakers
Buddy Hield reportedly chose the Warriors over the Los Angeles Lakers because he believed Golden State offered a better chance to win.NBA -
BBC News - Top stories
'I don't want to have a centre full of XL Bullies'
Selling, gifting, exchanging or breeding from an XL Bully dog is banned under new legislation. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Battery Metal Lithium is Dirt Cheap, and Could Have Further to Fall
The race to build new mines for a clean-energy transition that’s expected to need lots of lithium has pushed global production out of lockstep with demand in the small but fast-growing market. -
The Guardian - World
Supporters have gripes with England but will be in full voice for crunch tie
Fans have dragged lacklustre side over the line in Germany and are prepared to do the same again on Saturday. Talk among the English, in recent days, has been of change. After a period of chaos and instability, where nothing appeared to be ... -
The Guardian - World
Babbling scouse youngster shows babies can have accents, say scientists
Newborns are tuned in to the ups and downs of speech, and even a cry mimics language heard while in the womb. The upward intonation, the guttural “ck” and even the cheeky comeback to win the argument: at just 19 months old, baby Orla has mastered ... -
The Hill - Politics
Trump claims on video Biden is 'quitting the race': 'That means we have Kamala'
Former President Trump claimed President Biden is leaving the 2024 race, making way for Vice President Harris, whom he called “pathetic,” in a video the former president posted on his Truth Social account. The video, which was first obtained by ...Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
A Decade Ago, My Husband Killed Himself. Could I Have Stopped it?
After spending years telling myself a story about what I’d missed and what I’d lost, I finally figured out a way forward. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Hield isn't Klay, nor does he have to be for Warriors
The newest member of the Warriors, Buddy Hield, isn't Klay Thompson, but that's perfectly OK for Golden State. -
ESPN - Sports
McLaren CEO: Red Bull should have reined in Verstappen in Austria
McLaren CEO Zak Brown believes the collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris in Austria could have been avoided had Red Bull's leadership intervened earlier in the race. -
ABC News - World
A look at how settlements have grown in the West Bank over the years
Israel has approved the largest seizure of land in the occupied West Bank in over three decades and advanced plans to build thousands of new settlement homes -
CBS News - Top stories
3 moves that could have a big impact on your savings this July
If you're trying to take the best approach to your savings this month, consider making these moves. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Why America's Berries Have Never Tasted So Good
Driscoll’s had to figure out how to breed, produce and sell its most flavorful strawberries and raspberries. Now the strategy is starting to bear fruit. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Future is now? Bo Nix might not have a real QB competition in Denver
The Broncos' selection of Nix 12th overall was controversial. But a look at their QB room as training camp approaches might reveal Sean Payton's plan out of the gate. -
The New York Times - World
What Do Bagged Chickens Have to Do With Sliced Cheese?
Both have gotten caught up in fights over plastic packaging. When Costco recently tried to trim its plastic use by selling rotisserie chickens in bags, some shoppers disapproved. -
Wired - Tech
The Supreme Court Is Gutting Protections for Clean Water and Safe Air
Four key rulings from the US Supreme Court will hamper the ability of the EPA and other agencies to write and enforce climate policies. -
BBC News - Top stories
Watch: Starmer tells Cabinet 'we have a huge amount of work to do'
Starmer tells Cabinet 'we have a huge amount of work to do' -
ABC News - World
Thousands pay respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Thousands of people have paid their last respects to Ismail Kadare in a state funeral in Tirana Wednesday, with a minute’s silence held nationwide in memory of the renowned Albanian novelist and poet who died earlier this week -
ABC News - Entertainment
Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Thousands of people have paid their last respects to Ismail Kadare in a state funeral in Tirana Wednesday, with a minute’s silence held nationwide in memory of the renowned Albanian novelist and poet who died earlier this week -
CBS Sports - Sports
Talent Tracker: If Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia land their dream classes, who finishes No. 1 in 2025 rankings?
And don't sleep on Oregon, which could charge from No. 7 to No. 2 -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump leading Biden nationally and in swing states after debate, CBS News poll finds
President Biden's rough week isn't getting any relief from the latest CBS News poll that shows Donald Trump leading him by two points nationally and three points in battleground states among likely voters. CBS News chief White House correspondent ...Joe Biden -
CBS Sports - Sports
Ex-United States soccer players want Gregg Berhalter's ouster: 'That's the sign that we need a new manager'
The USMNT were surprisingly knocked out of the Copa America group stage -
CBS Sports - Sports
Copa America Power Rankings: United States and Mexico tumble thanks to early exits; Argentina still up top
Whether or not Lionel Messi is healthy, Argentina remain favorites to go all the way at Copa America -
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 -
Financial Times - World
UK should penalise start-ups that take state aid but list abroad, says lobby group
UK Finance, a banking body argues for clawback of tax breaks to halt flow of business overseasUnited Kingdom -
NBC News - Top stories
6 people injured after carnival ride tips over at Fourth of July celebration in Washington state
Six people were injured Wednesday night after a ride at an Independence Day carnival in Washington state tipped over, officials said. -
CBS Sports - Sports
ACC coach rankings 2024: Clemson's Dabo Swinney remains on top as Florida State's Mike Norvell climbs
The ACC is loaded with coaches rising and falling through the middle of the power-conference coach rankingsFlorida -
CBS Sports - Sports
Penn State football recruiting: LaVar Arrington Jr., son of Nittany Lions legend, commits
Arrington is a three-star prospect in the 2025 recruiting class -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Utah State informs football coach Blake Anderson he will be fired for cause after Title IX review
Anderson was dismissed after an external review of allegations that he hadn’t complied with Title IX policies regarding the reporting of sexual misconduct cases. -
CBS News - Top stories
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. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
LaVar Arrington II, son of legendary Penn State linebacker, commits to Nittany Lions
LaVar Arrington II is following his father's legacy by committing to play linebacker at Penn State.