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Volume 2 • Issue No. 185 • Updated Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 10:06 AM UTC

Trump Hails US Exceptionalism in Darkly Political Speech for America 250

President Donald Trump ushered in the 250th anniversary of American independence with soaring rhetoric about American exceptionalism before veering into a darkly political speech with warnings about communism.

Sources: AP News


Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Marry in Elaborate Madison Square Garden Ceremony

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married; Swift's publicist confirms the ceremony took place Friday evening at Madison Square Garden.

Sources: AP News


Iran Begins Dayslong Funeral for Late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war.

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World Cup 2026: Argentina Beats Cape Verde in Extra-Time Thriller

Lionel Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 on Friday and advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 in a thrilling match.

Sources: AP News


Putin Shrugs Off Fuel Shortages as Russia Ramps Up Attacks on Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin remains unfazed by Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries, despite severe fuel shortages.

Sources: AP News


Trump Pardons Former Abramoff Partner and 9 Others Convicted of Emissions Violations

Trump pardons former Abramoff partner, 9 people convicted of violating vehicle emissions controls.

Sources: AP News


Wildfire Southwest of Denver Forces Thousands to Evacuate, Destroys Over 160 Structures

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Trump Accounts Launch July 4, Giving Newborns $1,000

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NATO Commander Says Europe Has Backfilled Most Gaps from US Military Cutbacks

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Rare Copy of Declaration of Independence Found in UK National Archives

Sources: AP News