Trump orders military to destroy Iran if assassinated, with Vance to decide
President Donald Trump says he’s ordered the U.S. military to destroy Iran if he were to be assassinated.
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New York Times reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One stories, sparking press freedom concerns
The Department of Justice confirms that it’s subpoenaed New York Times journalists after they reported on security concerns involving the new, Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
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Dangerous heat wave threatens oppressive temperatures across much of the US
A widespread and dangerous heat wave is building across the U.S., with triple-digit highs expected in the Southwest and Great Plains this weekend.
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Cuba suffers second islandwide blackout this week as power grid crumbles
An islandwide blackout has hit Cuba for the second time this week. Total blackouts have become increasingly common in the Caribbean country but it’s unusual for back-to-back ones to hit just days apart.
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Erling Haaland’s World Cup goal spree sparks ‘babygirl’ meme frenzy online
Erling Haaland has become a social media sensation during the World Cup. Known for his towering presence and impressive skills, the Norwegian player has scored seven goals in four matches.
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Linda Noskova recovers from second-set meltdown to win Wimbledon, her first Grand Slam
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German online predator network on Telegram convicted after years of sharing tips to drug and rape women
A German investigation into an online predator network that thrived on the messaging app Telegram for years has led to the convictions of four alleged members of the group’s inner circle.
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Trump administration rolls back key protection for imperiled wildlife
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Apple files lawsuit accusing OpenAI of stealing trade secrets
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Wally Funk, aviation pioneer and oldest woman in space, dies at 87
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