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The Weather Channel

Russia Quake Triggers Tsunami Alert

A massive magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck eastern Russia near the Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering tsunami alerts across the Pacific and prompting evacuations, coastal damage reports, and widespread warnings from Hawaii to Japan, Alaska, and California.

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The Hill

Senate Confirms Emil Bove

The Senate narrowly confirmed Emil Bove to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals despite multiple whistleblower complaints alleging misconduct, including defying court orders and misleading Congress, sparking fierce partisan debate over his ties to President Trump.

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Fresh Hell Substack

Tina: Ghislaine's Secrets

As Ghislaine Maxwell serves her 20-year sentence, new revelations and political maneuvers, including a DOJ visit and speculation about a Trump pardon, suggest she may be shifting from convicted accomplice to political pawn in the battle over the Epstein files.

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Axios

U.K. to Recognize Palestine Soon

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the U.K. will recognize the State of Palestine at the UN in September unless Israel takes concrete steps to alleviate the crisis in Gaza and recommit to a peace process, signaling a major shift in European diplomacy.

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NBC News

Hegseth Mulls Tenn. Governor Run

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has privately discussed a potential run for governor in Tennessee next year, sources say, raising the possibility of a major leadership shake-up at the Pentagon despite public denials and legal hurdles that could block his candidacy.

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ABC News

Manhattan Killer Was Targeting NFL

A gunman who opened fire inside the NFL's Manhattan headquarters, killing four people and injuring another, left behind handwritten notes referencing CTE and accusing the league of concealing the dangers of brain injuries in football, according to police.

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The New York Times

Shooter Requested Brain Study

Shane Tamura’s final act—shooting himself in the chest after a deadly rampage and requesting that his brain be studied—echoes a grim pattern among former football players suspected of suffering from CTE who are desperate for answers.

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USA Today

More Extreme Weather, Then Relief

Record-breaking heat will persist through the week across much of the eastern U.S., but a significant cooldown with lower temperatures is expected to arrive as August begins, accompanied by severe thunderstorms and flooding risks.

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New York Post

NYT Updates Story on Gaza Boy

The New York Times issued an editor’s note clarifying that the viral image of a starving Gaza toddler omitted key context about his pre-existing health conditions, including a muscle disorder and genetic issues, adding nuance to earlier reports of severe malnutrition.

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Gallup

New Low for Israel Support in Gaza

A new Gallup poll shows U.S. approval of Israel’s military action in Gaza has dropped to a record low of 32%, with favorability for PM Netanyahu rapidly declining, driven by sharp declines among Democrats and independents while Republican support remains strong.

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Semafor

Poll: NY Dems Back Mamdani on Israel

A new poll reveals that a majority of NYC Democratic voters view Israel as committing genocide in Gaza, support arresting Prime Minister Netanyahu, and favor ending U.S. military aid to Israel, aligning with progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani’s platform.

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Study Finds

Kids Who Face Skyrocketing Suicide

A large international study finds that children who receive smartphones before age 13 face significantly higher risks of suicidal thoughts and mental health challenges in young adulthood, prompting calls for stricter age restrictions and digital literacy education.

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Real Clear Politics

Lanny Davis Rethinks Primary Access

Lanny J. Davis, a Democrat who once supported closed primaries, now argues that allowing independents to vote in Democratic primaries is essential to rebuilding the party’s appeal, broadening its base, and increasing its chances of winning future elections.

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CNN

Worst Case of Famine Unfolding

A UN-backed food security agency has issued its strongest warning yet that Gaza is experiencing a “worst-case scenario of famine,” with widespread starvation, acute malnutrition, and hunger-related deaths escalating amid ongoing conflict and blockade.

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Daily Mail

Who'd Win: Obama v Trump?

A new poll reveals that in a hypothetical 2028 presidential matchup, former President Barack Obama would defeat current President Donald Trump by an 11-point margin, buoyed by strong support from Hispanic, Black, and independent voters.

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CBS News

FBI: No Missing Minute in Epstein Video

A government source has clarified that there was no actual "missing minute" in the Jeffrey Epstein jail video released by the FBI, revealing that the footage was edited, sped up, and stitched together rather than being truly raw as initially claimed.

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The Hollywood Reporter

Oz Comes Alive at The Sphere

The Sphere in Las Vegas is set to bring “The Wizard of Oz” to life by combining its massive 160,000-square-foot LED screen with immersive physical effects that recreate iconic moments from the film in real time, fully surrounding the audience with the film’s magic.

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NPR

Sydney Sweeney Ad Stirs Debate

American Eagle’s “Great Jeans” campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney has sparked both buzz and backlash, with some accusing the ad of alluding to eugenics. Marketing experts say fashion advertising is increasingly prioritizing edginess over inclusivity.

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The Wall Street Journal

Blackstone Exec Among the Dead

Wesley LePatner, a top executive at Blackstone and CEO of its real-estate megafund, was among four people killed in a tragic shooting Monday evening inside the company’s Midtown Manhattan office building.

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Vogue

Pamela & Liam's Budding Romance

Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are reportedly in the early stages of a romantic relationship, with sources close to the pair describing their connection as genuine and marked by mutual affection.

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