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Ex-federal prosecutor on Jack Smith developments: ‘This is preposterous’
Former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann dismissed an apparent claim that special counsel Jack Smith committed perjury, calling it “preposterous”. The dispute matters because it concerns accusations against a high-profile prosecutor involved in cases concerning Donald Trump. The supplied material provides no further reporting, evidence, dates or details of the allegation because access to the article…
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Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce expands to 9 states
A Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce has spread across nine US states, prompting public-health concern over a parasite that can cause prolonged gastrointestinal illness. The expansion matters because contaminated fresh produce can expose consumers in several regions before the source is fully identified or removed from sale. Cyclospora infection, or cyclosporiasis, commonly causes watery diarrhoea,…
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Trump presses Thune to move reconciliation framework before August recess as tensions mount
President Trump is pressing Senate Majority Leader John Thune to advance a House-approved budget reconciliation framework before Congress’s August recess, intensifying tensions between the White House and Senate Republicans. The dispute matters because reconciliation can allow legislation to pass the Senate with a simple majority, potentially enabling Republicans to pursue Trump’s priorities without Democratic support.…
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LINKIN PARK, SMASHING PUMPKINS And RAMONES To Receive Stars On ‘Hollywood Walk Of Fame’
Linkin Park, Smashing Pumpkins and Ramones have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of its Class of 2027. The recognition places the bands among 32 entertainment figures chosen for their lasting contributions, with the recording category also including Karol G, Sia, Lil Wayne and Grandmaster Flash. The selections…
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Elon Musk says he backs ‘normal people’ when asked about support for ‘far right’
The article’s content was inaccessible, so the available information is limited to its headline. It reports that Elon Musk said he supports “normal people” when questioned about alleged support for the far right, framing his position as backing ordinary people rather than an ideological movement. Because the page could not be accessed, the article’s wider…
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Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies
Donald Trump has said the United States will investigate the European Union and may impose new tariffs in response to regulatory fines on major American technology companies. The threat escalates tensions over EU competition enforcement and could further complicate trade relations between Washington and Brussels. The comments followed a European Commission fine of €890m ($1bn)…
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Every boundary from Clarke’s blistering innings
Joe Clarke made a rapid 68 for Birmingham Phoenix against Trent Rockets in The Hundred, launching Phoenix’s campaign in emphatic fashion at Edgbaston. His boundary-heavy innings mattered because it put sustained pressure on every Rockets bowler and gave his side early momentum in the competition. The BBC highlight video shows all of Clarke’s boundaries from…
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Platner campaign strategist admits tattoo, Reddit posts should have been ‘enough’ to disqualify him
A former strategist for US Senate candidate Graham Platner has said that a controversial tattoo and a series of old Reddit posts uncovered during the campaign should have been considered sufficient grounds to disqualify him from running. The comments, reported by Fox News, add to scrutiny of Platner’s candidacy after both issues drew significant media…
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US exceeds measles cases in all of 2025 by July of 2026
The article text was not available: the linked page displayed an access-denied notice rather than the news report. Its title indicates that US measles cases by July 2026 had already exceeded the total recorded during all of 2025, signalling a worsening outbreak and a significant public-health concern. No further details, such as case totals, affected…
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Democratic panel picks South Carolina as first primary state
A Democratic National Committee panel recommended that South Carolina again hold the party’s first presidential nominating contest in 2028, preserving the role it gained for the 2024 cycle. The proposal, pending approval by the full DNC, would give Black Democratic voters significant influence at the beginning of an expected open nomination race. The proposed early-state…