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Funerals held for 14 Pakistani children killed in tutoring center collapse

Books, shoes and other stuff of victim children are seen at the site of Tuesday

Police are investigating whether negligence during construction work caused the collapse in the eastern city of Lahore on Tuesday.

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SCOTUS upholds birthright citizenship. And, key results from Colorado's primaries

Visitors wait to enter U.S. Supreme Court on June 29, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Justices released several opinions before departing on traditional summer recess.

The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds on the last day of its term. And, a Democratic socialist has won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat in Denver.

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Greetings from London, where Banksy's flag man is a warning cry

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As he marches on, his flag blows back into his face, leaving him unaware he is only a step away from a perilous fall. As usual with Banksy's art, the statue presents a sharp critique of society.

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How America has celebrated milestone birthdays, from world fairs to the World Cup

The 1876 American Centennial Exhibition, held in Philadelphia, showcased innovations ranging from steam engines to the telephone to soda water.

Two founding fathers died on America's 50th birthday, which was marked with toasts and parades. Over time, anniversary celebrations became more extravagant — and more controversial.

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Kids with autism are prone to drowning. Florida is trying to prevent that

Garland Jones, recreational therapist and senior program director of the YMCA of South Florida

Kids with autism can be 160 times more likely than other children to drown. Florida is dedicating state money to a program that prioritizes swim lessons for these kids.

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Supreme Court deals some blows to Trump's agenda but leaves him with more expansive powers

U.S. President Donald Trump signs an executive order at the White House.

President Trump has trumpeted his victories and sought workarounds for his losses.

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Crowded planes and airports set records, straining the U.S. aviation system

Travelers at Nashville International Airport, which has seen explosive growth over the past decade.

The summer travel season is setting records again. Airlines are carrying more passengers than ever while operating fewer flights than they did 20 years ago, pushing the limits of the aviation system.

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A federal law bans late voter roll purges. Republicans are pushing to reinterpret it

People stand near a voter registration table at a 2022 event in Fredericksburg, Texas.

There's a ban on most states systematically purging voter rolls within 90 days before Election Day. Republicans are pushing courts to reinterpret that longstanding protection for eligible voters.

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World Cup's knockout rounds collide with a massive heat wave

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A major heat wave is affecting much of the eastern half of the United States this week, bringing dangerous conditions to multiple World Cup matches.

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Months after he sent a harsh email to ICE, agents tracked him to his home and a hotel

David Streever takes a selfie while on vacation with his daughter and a character at Moomin World in Finland. Homeland Security Investigations agents showed up at his house and then at a hotel he was staying at to discuss an email he sent to Todd Lyons, the former acting director of U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.

Federal agents went to a Rochester man's home to warn him that an email he sent five months ago could be an illegal threat. He was on vacation but another agent found his hotel hundreds of miles away.

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In Colorado primaries, a democratic socialist wins; Bennet's governor bid ends

A voter arrives to turn in a primary ballot at a drop off location in Denver Tuesday.

Democrats nominated their candidate to try to unseat a Republican House member and tapped the state's attorney general as a frontrunner for governor.

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5 safety tips to keep you out of the emergency room this summer

Stay safe this summer. Make sure you know the five water safety skills, designate a water-watcher when kids are swimming, know the signs of heat exhaustion and more.

Experts share guidance on how to prevent common summertime health risks, such as drowning, fire accidents and heat exhaustion.

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The majority of Americans are proud but worry about direction of the country

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As the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday, Americans reflect on the state of the nation in the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.

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SCOTUS upholds birthright citizenship, Melat Kiros poised to become the first Gen Z woman elected to Congress after Colorado primary, some World Cup matches will contend with major U.S. heat wave.

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Serena Williams 'enjoyed the moment' despite 3-set loss at Wimbledon

Serena Williams of the United States celebrates winning a point against Maya Joint of Australia in their first round women

Serena Williams was beaten 6-3, 6-7 (6) 6-3 by 20-year-old Maya Joint of Australia in her first professional singles match in nearly four years in the opening round of Wimbledon.

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Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador to advance in World Cup

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Mexico lost seven consecutive times at that same stage from 1994 to 2018 and didn't advance past the group stage in 2022. Now, the 40-year wait is over.

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Win or go home: The U.S. to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup knockout game

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The U.S. men's team is favored in Wednesday's must-win Round of 32 match — but they haven't beaten a European team since 2021, nor won a World Cup knockout game since 2002.

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Democratic socialist Melat Kiros poised to become the first Gen Z woman in Congress

Melat Kiros has won the Democratic primary for the U.S. House in her Denver-area district, according to an AP race call. Above, Kiros stands near the Colorado State Capitol on March 17, 2026.

Kiros, a political newcomer, topped 15-term-incumbent Diana DeGette in the Democratic primary in Colorado's 1st Congressional District, a reliably blue House seat.

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What the Supreme Court did on the final day of its term

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The Supreme Court upheld the right of children born on U.S. soil to automatic American citizenship. In so doing, the court rejected President Trump's most aggressive attempt to limit immigration.

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NPR discusses error in reporting on the last day of the Supreme Court term

All Things Considered host Scott Detrow speaks with NPR's editor-in-chief Thomas Evans and Nina Totenberg about her reporting on the final day of the Supreme Court term.

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Meta considered buying Kalshi before developing its own prediction market app

Left: Meta CEO and Chairman Mark Zuckerberg arrives at Los Angeles Superior Court in February. Right: Tarek Mansour, co-founder of Kalshi, at the Semafor World Economy Summit in April.

Mark Zuckerberg met with Kalshi's CEO last year about a potential deal, but talks did not move forward. Now Meta is making its own prediction market app.

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FDA scientists flag concerns with peptides, the trendy molecules RFK Jr. supports

Synthetic peptides, often taken by injection, are growing in popularity among patients seeking to optimize health and longevity. Yet FDA scientists point to a dearth of evidence supporting their use.

Documents reviewing the research on peptides note lack of good evidence of efficacy or safety. Yet an FDA panel will consider easing access to them later this month.

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It's going to be a hot July Fourth for much of the country

People cool off at the fountain in Millennium Park in Chicago as temperatures topped 90 degrees on Monday. Forecasts predict extreme heat this week across the Midwest and East Coast.

The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings and watches for much of the Midwest and East heading into the holiday weekend. In many places, the temperatures could shatter records.

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Rep. Tom Kean returns to Congress, says depression is why he went missing for months

Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J., arrives at the U.S. Capitol with his wife Rhonda Kean on June 30.

The New Jersey Republican was missing for months with no explanation for his constituents. He explained in a House floor speech that after his diagnosis, there was no timeline for recovery.

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Law professor discusses Supreme Court's final rulings this term

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Kim Wehle {WAIL-ee}, professor of law at the University of Baltimore School of Law, about the Supreme Court's final decisions this term.

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Editor's note: NPR retracts story

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Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds

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The decision firmly rejected the executive order that Trump issued on the first day of his second term.

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Supreme Court strikes down limits on political party spending

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At issue in the case was a post-Watergate law that Congress passed to limit the amount of money individuals can give to political parties.

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Tricks to help you spend less money at restaurants

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Personal finance and nutrition experts share simple strategies that make it possible to eat out without spending a fortune. One tip? You might have to let go of your fast food delivery habit.

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Supreme Court upholds bans on transgender athletes participating in women and girls' sports

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Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who has long coached his daughters' and other girls' basketball teams at school, wrote the court's majority opinion.

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