THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 186 • Updated Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 05:05 PM UTC

Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship in America's 250th anniversary speech

President Donald Trump mixed partisan politics with patriotic appeals as he commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Sources: AP News


Iran begins funeral for Supreme Leader Khamenei, new leader remains in hiding

Iran’s top officials and brothers of the new supreme leader attended funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, signaling confidence in their safety as Iran pushes back on U.S. demands.

Sources: AP News


Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at Madison Square Garden

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden.

Sources: AP News


NATO chief faces challenge at summit as Trump demands loyalty

Since becoming NATO secretary-general, Mark Rutte has tried to keep the United States anchored to the alliance.

Sources: AP News


World Cup: Mexico fans disrupt England team's sleep before round-of-16 match

Dozens of Mexican fans gathered outside the England squad’s hotel with loudspeakers, horns, and fireworks to disrupt players' sleep.

Sources: AP News


Paul Pelosi involved in hit-and-run in California

Paul Pelosi was in a hit-and-run in California, leaving the car with major damage.

Sources: AP News


Fire breaks out on Brooklyn Bridge during New York's fireworks show

A fire broke out on the Brooklyn Bridge during New York's fireworks show.

Sources: AP News


Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded

A shooting at a July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach left 8 wounded, including 4 children.

Sources: AP News


Djokovic breaks Federer's Wimbledon record with 106th match win

Djokovic broke Federer's Wimbledon record with his 106th match win to reach the quarterfinals.

Sources: AP News


Child drowning deaths rise in US; doctors urge preparedness

Child drowning deaths rose from about 750 in 2019 to more than 860 in 2024.

Sources: AP News