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Crowds Evacuated as Storms Menace Washington Ahead of Trump Speech

Thousands of people stood in security lines for hours in severe heat to reach the National Mall, only to be ordered to leave as events were set to start. Some refused.

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Technology Ruined Our Lazy Days at the Lake

Living at the lake house taught me about risk taking and other life lessons.

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Democrats Clash With Trump, as Political Tensions Rise on America’s 250th

Gavin Newsom and Wes Moore, potential 2028 contenders, cast President Trump’s record as a betrayal of American ideals, while the president disparaged their party as extreme.

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Huge Crowds Mass in Tehran for Ayatollah’s State Funeral

As days of public mourning ceremonies began, Iranians viewed the casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed at the start of the U.S.-Israeli attacks.

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At the tall ships parade, a historic bell rings out.

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The Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei

Iran’s new leaders are commemorating Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war against the country, with a funeral unlike any other in recent history.

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Karlie Kloss, Jason Sudeikis and More Guests Arrive at Taylor Swift’s Wedding

The list includes Reese Witherspoon, the Haim sisters, and Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner, among many other celebrities, athletes and musicians.

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How the ‘Beautiful Game’ Is Deflecting America’s Political Turmoil

Amid protests and rancor, World Cup soccer proves a bright spot in the United States and around the world.

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Justice Alito Gives No Indication He’s Ready to Step Down From the Supreme Court

This term, Justice Alito delivered major wins for conservatives on voting rights, immigration and guns. He’s given no indication that he’s ready to step down.

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What We Should Learn From Nordic Happiness

Scandinavia is the land of five-week vacations, virtually free university, one-year parental leaves, easy child care — and very happy citizens.

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The Unifying Speech We Won’t Get This Independence Day

America, we need a new beginning.

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Founding Father vs. Foundering Toddler

No. 1 puts No. 45/47 to shame.

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America at 250

The truth worth celebrating this summer is that our country is still being made.

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Iran Projects Unity to the World While Pursuing a Crackdown at Home

The country’s security service has continued to target civil society and dissidents, including thousands of arrests since the launch of the U.S.-Israeli war in February.

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Nearly a Million Investors Lost a Total of $3.8 Billion on Trump Crypto Coin

A report from a cryptocurrency analytics firm details how those who bought the Trump memecoin have fared, with most retail investors having lost money while sophisticated traders did better.

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Nearly a Million Investors Lost a Total of $3.8 Billion on Trump Crypto Coin

A report from a cryptocurrency analytics firm details how those who bought the Trump memecoin have fared, with most retail investors having lost money while sophisticated traders did better.

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Happy Birthday to Us

A forgotten founder. A tour of Revolutionary taverns. But first, a royal wedding.

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Trump Takes Stock of Other Presidencies, Shedding Light on His Own

In his second term, the president has increasingly mused about his predecessors, comparing himself with some and distancing from the failures of others.

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Momentary Unity at a Funeral Masks Deep Divisions Among Iran’s Leaders

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence has raised questions inside Iranian political circles about who is really running the country and allowed open divisions to fester.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s American Royal Wedding

A mega-famous popstar and a Super Bowl champion celebrated their love in Midtown Manhattan, announcing both their union and their cultural domination.

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How Do You Celebrate America’s 250-Year Experiment? However You Want.

Away from the turmoil in Washington, Americans will mark July 4 in their own patriotic ways. Expect rodeos, line dancing, Tejano music and Led Zeppelin.

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Potato Salad Is the Best, Most American Dish We Have. Here’s Why.

This staple of summer gatherings tells a story about who we are.

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The Texas Hill Country Flood, One Year Later

A year after a catastrophic flood killed 139 people in the Texas Hill Country, communities along the Guadalupe River are still rebuilding.

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‘Who Should I Vote for?’ Voters Turn to A.I. Before Casting Their Ballots

It takes effort to be an informed citizen. Artificial intelligence tools offer an alluring shortcut — but they’re not without risk.

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What to Know About Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Festivities

Yes, they got married. Yes, they held a huge event inside Madison Square Garden. No, the guests did not post much about it. (At least they haven’t yet.)

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Storms Cause Power Outages for 1 Million in Midwest, Northeast and Ontario

Strong winds from thunderstorms caused widespread cuts as the region sweltered in a heat wave.

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At Mount Rushmore, Trump Veers From Patriotism to ‘Communism’

On the eve of July 4, President Trump extolled the nation’s founders while branding his opponents as “communists” in what seemed to be a warm-up for November.

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Australia Tried to Push Back on China. China Pushed Harder.

Relations between Beijing and Canberra have improved over the past four years, but China’s ambassador is now warning of a ‘Cold War mentality.”

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Funeral Procession for Khamenei Will Visit 5 Cities in Iran and Iraq

After lying in state in Tehran, Mr. Khamenei’s body will be taken to some of the holiest sites in Shiite Islam during a four-day procession that is expected to draw millions.

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Scenes From Taylor Swift’s NYC Wedding: Fans, Stars and More

The scene outside Taylor Swift’s wedding in Manhattan had the drama and emotion of one of her albums.

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