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U.S. lifts oil sanctions on Iran, Trump visits Pennsylvania to tout economic wins, judge blocks DOJ subpoenas targeting Minnesota officials.
NPR NewsNPR NewsA red alert over France, and heat that may rewrite the record books
France is experiencing scorching heat, with most of the population exposed to extreme temperatures. The heat is expected to last until at least the end of the week.
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NPR NewsBritain left the EU 10 years ago. Its politics has been an unruly mess
Brexit fractured the European Union, and broke British politics. A decade on, millions of voters have deserted the two big parties for alternatives.
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NPR NewsWhat to know about a cold storage warehouse fire in Los Angeles
Firefighters are still battling a blaze at a massive frozen-food storage facility near downtown Los Angeles six days after the fire started.
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NPR NewsAuthorities arrest 2 more suspects in planned attack on Trump's UFC show
Two more people in Missouri and Washington state have been arrested in connection with the planned attack. Law enforcement officials learned about the possible threat on June 10, four days before the event on the White House's South Lawn.
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NPR NewsGunman kills an officer at a Montreal hotel before being shot dead, police say
Police say a suspect armed with a long gun opened fire at a Montreal hotel, killing a police officer before officers returned fire, killing him.
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NPR NewsA federal judge finds a Trump data system to verify voters is unlawful
Tens of millions of voters have had their data run through the Trump administration's revamped SAVE tool. A judge just found it unlawful.
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NPR NewsSupreme Court declines to hear Texas man's intellectual disability case in capital case
The court's action means Victor Saldaño is likely to be executed even though both defense and state experts determined he was not eligible for execution under the law.
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NPR NewsMagnificent Messi makes history, breaks all-time World Cup scoring record
Messi scored a record-setting 17th World Cup goal in Argentina's game against Austria. And, then, he netted another goal, making him the all-time leader in World Cup tournaments (men and women).
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NPR NewsDid you know? Alan Greenspan and Ayn Rand were close friends
One of the most intellectually important relationships in the life of the late Fed chair Alan Greenspan was with his close friend, the formidable novelist and libertarian thinker Ayn Rand.
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NPR News2 students in custody after shooting at high school in Philippines kills 3
An investigation is underway to determine the cause. Police said the suspects claimed they were bullied at school.
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NPR NewsSupreme Court allows a ruling that ends a tool to protect minority voters in 7 states
The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.
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NPR News8 things to know about the gut microbiome and keeping yours healthy
Wellness influencers often talk about fixing a broken gut microbiome. And marketers sell tests and supplements to fix your gut health. Here's what what the evidence really shows about gut health.
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NPR NewsAlan Greenspan, the legendary former Federal Reserve chair, dies
During his chairmanship, Greenspan was celebrated as possibly the best central banker in history. But later, his reputation was tarnished by the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression.
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NPR NewsUK PM Keir Starmer resigns. And, US and Iran agree to roadmap for final deal
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday. And, the U.S. and Iran have agreed to a "roadmap" to reach a final deal within 60 days.
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NPR NewsKeir Starmer announces resignation as UK prime minister
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he is stepping down as leader of the governing Labour Party and will leave office within weeks, scarcely two years after being elected in a landslide.
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NPR NewsDespite state bans, abortions have almost doubled. The reason? Pills via telehealth
States that have banned abortion are suing to stop mailing of abortion pills over state lines. But the telehealth providers say no matter the outcome, they can adapt, and so will their patients.
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NPR NewsAn AI proxy war could reshape Congress — before Congress reshapes AI
The massive spending and heated rhetoric in midterm races reflect the AI industry's political fault lines and competing visions of what the future should look like.
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NPR NewsVoters weigh what kind of Democrat they want for Utah's new, blue Congressional seat
The reliably Republican state has its first blue-leaning seat and Utah Democrats are excited for the pickup opportunity. They just have to make it through the competitive primary, first.
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NPR NewsMorning news brief
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer steps down, Vance and senior Iranian officials meet in Switzerland for high-stakes nuclear talks, Trump's Iran ceasefire faces new questions as Congress returns.
NPR NewsU.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
The U.K. will have its seventh prime minister in 10 years. Keir Starmer is stepping down. His likely successor is the outgoing Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.
NPR NewsAustralian police uncover 3 tons of cocaine
The drug was found on June 19 in plastic tubs buried in bunkers hidden beneath three shipping containers. Two Sydney residents were arrested. They face potential sentences of life in prison.
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NPR NewsChina hits back at U.S. sanctions restricting its exports to American defense firms
China on Monday announced sanctions on 10 American military-related companies in response to a recent U.S. move that bars some leading Chinese tech companies from defense contracts.
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NPR NewsA larger World Cup had some worrying the competition would suffer. It hasn't
This year's edition of the FIFA World Cup continues to be thrilling with unexpected performances from tournament first-timers and surprising results from some of the favorites.
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NPR NewsColombia Election: Right-wing Abelardo de la Espriella wins, initial count shows
Colombia wakes up to a sharp political turn to right as Abelardo de la Espriella's preliminary victory redraws the country's path on security, economy, and peace.
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NPR NewsLeading Lebanese conservationist dies after Israeli airstrike on her home
Mona Khalil died Friday after an Israeli airstrike hit her beachside home two weeks ago. She's credited with creating a conservation movement in southern Lebanon to protect sea turtle nesting grounds.
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NPR NewsTrump threatens to 'hit Iran very hard again' while Vance in Switzerland for talks
President Trump has threatened further attacks on Iran while Vice President Vance attended talks with Iranian officials in Switzerland on Sunday.
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NPR NewsUkrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales
Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea suspended civilian gasoline sales Sunday as Ukraine ramped up attacks on fuel supplies on the Black Sea peninsula.
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NPR NewsTrump claims vandals damaged D.C. Reflecting Pool, and says it will be drained again
The president posted on Truth Social claiming vandals slashed the pool's lining and poured chemicals into the water, saying arrests have been made. He provided no evidence for his claims.
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NPR NewsWeek in politics: continued negotiations with Iran; G7 summit; Reflecting Pool issues
There continues to be uncertainty over negotiations. At the same time, the Trump administration continues to aggravate allies.
