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June 29, 2025

MPR News

Hortmans Remembered for Legacy

Hundreds, including former President Joe Biden, gathered to honor Minnesota House DFL Leader Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark at their funeral, celebrating their legacy of public service and humanity.
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Al Jazeera

Thousands Mourn Iran Commanders

Thousands gathered in Tehran for a state funeral honoring military leaders and civilians killed in recent Israeli attacks, amid chants against the U.S. and Israel, following a 12-day conflict over Iran's nuclear program.
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USA Today

Meet Some Celebrity Birthright Citizens

Many notable Americans, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and martial arts icon Bruce Lee, are birthright citizens, a status now under scrutiny following a Supreme Court decision affecting President Trump's executive order.
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The Hill

Older Adults Outnumber Children

Census data reveals that older adults now outnumber children in nearly half of U.S. counties, with 45% of counties reporting more residents aged 65 and older than those under 18 in 2024.
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ABC News

Cuomo Stays on NYC Ballot

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo will remain on the New York City mayoral ballot in November on an independent line, despite conceding the Democratic primary to Zohran Mamdani.
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The Wall Street Journal

How Did Zohran Mamdani Win in NYC?

Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist and state assemblyman, defeated former Governor Andrew Cuomo in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary, signaling a generational and cultural shift in politics.
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Gizmodo

Zuckerberg’s AI Playbook

Mark Zuckerberg is intensifying Meta's AI efforts by hiring top talent and acquiring startups to compete with leaders like OpenAI and Google, but critics warn that innovation, not imitation, will determine success.
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Detroit Free Press

Harbaugh, Ono Sued in Hacking Case

Former Michigan president Santa Ono and ex-football coach Jim Harbaugh are sued in the Matt Weiss hacking scandal, where Weiss allegedly accessed private photos of female students, with claims the university prioritized sports over victim protection.
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