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July 14, 2025

Axios

Senate: Butler Attack "Preventable"

A new Senate report reveals a cascade of "preventable failures" and denied security requests by the Secret Service that contributed to the deadly assassination attempt on Trump in Butler, PA, and the death of rally attendee Corey Comperatore.
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NBC 10 Boston

Deadly Fire at Assisted Living Facility

A devastating fire at a Fall River assisted living facility in Massachusetts left multiple people dead and several others, including five firefighters, hospitalized as rescue crews responded to a chaotic scene of smoke, flames, and desperate evacuations.
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NBC News

Chelsea Wins Club World Cup

Cole Palmer powered Chelsea to a commanding 3-0 win over PSG in the Club World Cup final, scoring twice and assisting João Pedro’s goal, as tempers flared late in a heated match that saw six yellow cards and a red.
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The New York Times

Biden Says He Made Clemency Decisions

Amid intensifying Republican investigations, former President Biden insists he personally authorized all late-term clemency decisions, many signed with an autopen, calling claims of staff-led deception “ridiculous and false.”
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Politico

Trump Defends Bondi Amid Criticism

Amid growing backlash from his MAGA base over the Epstein investigation, Trump rushed to defend Attorney General Pam Bondi, urging unity and calling conspiracy-fueled criticism a distraction from the administration’s true priorities.
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New York Post

Cuomo Stays in NYC Mayor Race

Despite losing the Democratic primary to Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo is expected to re-enter the NYC mayoral race as an independent — but only if his rivals agree to a mid-September pledge to drop out if they’re not leading.
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Study Finds

Winter Weather Patterns Are Changing

A comprehensive 42-year study reveals that severe U.S. winter weather is shifting northwest, driven by changes in the polar vortex, putting states like Montana, Idaho, and Washington increasingly in winter’s crosshairs instead of the traditional snow belt.
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The Washington Post

Trump Attempt Sparked Divine Belief

After surviving an assassination attempt, Donald Trump and many of his supporters increasingly frame his campaign as a divinely ordained mission, intertwining faith, patriotism, and political destiny into a movement some now see as sacred.
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The New York Times

Stop Snubbing Right-Wing Kin

David Litt argues that shunning right-wing family members over political differences often backfires, and that maintaining connections, even with profound disagreements, can be a vital step toward mutual understanding.
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BBC

Gaza Strike Kills Kids

An Israeli air strike in central Gaza killed ten people, including six children waiting for water, as officials and aid groups warn that escalating violence and critical fuel shortages are worsening the humanitarian crisis.
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CBS News

Before Attempt, Service Denied Requests

A Senate report revealed that the Secret Service denied multiple requests to enhance Trump’s security during his 2024 campaign rally in Butler, PA, where an assassination attempt occurred, highlighting communication failures and prompting internal reforms.
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The Atlantic

The Great Cousin Decline

As birth rates decline, families shrink, and the number of cousins drops sharply, these uniquely flexible and often overlooked relationships may become increasingly vital as sources of emotional support and key to maintaining family cohesion across generations.
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The Telegraph

Pilot Medical Records Evaluated

Investigators are reviewing the medical records of Air India Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, who was months from retirement and reportedly faced mental health challenges, following the deadly Ahmedabad crash that killed 241 people.
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ABC News

Sinner Beats Alcaraz at Wimbledon

Jannik Sinner defeated two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in four sets to claim his first Wimbledon title, avenging his recent French Open final loss and solidifying their fierce rivalry in men’s tennis.
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The Hill

Homan: Appearance Not Enough

Tom Homan clarified that while physical appearance alone cannot justify detention, it can be considered alongside other factors to raise reasonable suspicion during immigration enforcement.
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New York Post

Ad Urges NYers to Move to Ohio

A pro-Vivek Ramaswamy super PAC launched a $50,000 Times Square ad urging New Yorkers to “flee” socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and move to Ohio, promoting Ramaswamy as a champion of freedom and prosperity.
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The Independent

Trump's 2nd UK State Visit Confirmed

King Charles will host Donald and Melania Trump at Windsor Castle during an unprecedented second state visit to the UK, set for September 17 to 19, occurring amid a parliamentary recess that will prevent Trump from addressing the House of Commons.
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USA Today

Grand Canyon Lodge Lost To Fire

A historic wildfire has destroyed the Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, leading to extensive evacuations, closures, and the loss of dozens of park structures while firefighters continue aggressive suppression efforts.
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