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Volume 2 • Issue No. 195 • Updated Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 05:11 PM UTC

US-Iran tensions escalate with strikes and blockade in Strait of Hormuz

US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of the strait. Trump drops plan to charge ships in Strait of Hormuz ahead of deadline for US blockade.

Sources: AP News


Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly; sister appointed to fill seat

Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta tear, medical examiner says. His sister Darline Graham Nordone chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term.

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E. Jean Carroll receives $5.8 million in Trump sex abuse and defamation case

Court records show writer E. Jean Carroll has been paid over $5.6 million that a jury awarded in her sexual abuse and defamation lawsuit against President Donald Trump.

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World Cup semifinals: France and Spain put unbeaten runs on the line

France and Spain face off for a spot in the final, both undefeated in the tournament. Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal lead their teams.

Sources: AP News


Maine protests erupt after ICE agent fatally shoots Colombian man

Hundreds protest in Maine over the fatal shooting of a Colombian man by an ICE officer. It's at least the ninth death in US immigration sweeps.

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court justices warn of threats, request $15M more for security

Supreme Court justices tell Congress of threats to safety in push for $15M more for security.

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Inflation cools, but Iran conflict threatens reversal

Inflation cools, but Iran conflict threatens a reversal.

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Trump reduces size of two national monuments in Utah

Trump reduces size of 2 national monuments in Utah as Republicans reshape land management.

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Actor Sam Neill, star of 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' dies at 78

Sam Neill, New Zealand actor who starred in 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' dies at 78.

Sources: AP News


China expels Politburo member Ma Xingrui in anti-corruption campaign

China expels Politburo member Ma Xingrui in Xi's anti-corruption campaign.

Sources: AP News