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CNN

Coast Guard Hero Rescued 165 Kids

On his first mission as a U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer, 26-year-old Petty Officer Scott Ruskan braved brutal conditions to save approximately 165 children from deadly Texas floodwaters, earning national praise for his extraordinary courage.

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The Hill

Leavitt: Blaming Trump a "Lie"

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt condemned attempts to blame President Trump for the deadly Texas floods as a “depraved lie” amid growing scrutiny over federal staffing cuts and their possible impact on weather forecasting.

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UCLA Health

Alarming Decline in Child Health

A sweeping 17-year study reveals a dramatic decline in U.S. children's health, with rising rates of mortality, chronic illness, and mental health disorders demanding urgent national attention to systemic factors.

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CNBC

Stocks Slump on Tariff News

Stocks tumbled Monday, with the Dow dropping over 400 points, after Trump announced sweeping new tariffs on imports from seven countries, sparking investor concern and the worst market day since mid-June.

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Associated Press

Debate Rages Over Weather Cuts

The deadly flash flood in Texas has reignited fierce debate over whether deep staffing cuts to the National Weather Service under President Donald Trump hindered timely warnings and contributed to the tragic loss of over 100 lives.

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KTLA

ICE Hits L.A.'s MacArthur Park

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and city leaders condemned a heavily militarized federal immigration raid in MacArthur Park as politically motivated “theater,” with one councilmember likening it to “the staging for a TikTok video.”

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Reuters

Trump: More Weapons to Ukraine

President Donald Trump announced the United States will send additional defensive weapons to Ukraine to help counter escalating Russian attacks, reversing earlier delays that had drawn bipartisan criticism.

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BBC

Russian Minister Found Dead

Former Russian transport minister Roman Starovoit, dismissed by President Putin just hours earlier, was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound amid reports he was about to face corruption charges.

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CBS News

When the Emergency Alerts Sounded

A CBS News analysis reveals that despite 22 escalating warnings from the National Weather Service, many Texans were caught off guard by the July 4 floods that killed over 100 people, as local governments failed to issue their own emergency alerts.

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The Wall Street Journal

Gen Z: Useful Idiot Generation

Unlike previous generations that grew more conservative with age, today’s Gen Z remains deeply divided on issues like capitalism versus socialism, with many embracing radical ideas and candidates, signaling a potential shift in long-standing political trends.

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Politico

How Musk's 3rd Party Can Succeed

Elon Musk’s third-party plan could succeed if he learns from political disruptors like Trump and Sanders by targeting neglected voter priorities such as free trade, fiscal responsibility, and technological supremacy.

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Poynter

This Story of Rescued Girls Was Fake

A widely shared story about two girls rescued from a Texas flood was revealed to be false, highlighting the challenges journalists face in verifying facts amid disaster-driven falsehoods and misinformation.

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The Free Press

After Trump Was Shot, He Called Me

Salena Zito recounts being just feet away when President Trump was shot at a 2024 rally and shares the surprising phone calls and reflections he made afterward about survival, divine intervention, and a changed political message.

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Times of Israel

Netanyahu Surprises Trump

At a White House dinner, Netanyahu surprised Trump with a letter nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize, as both leaders praised their joint successes in Middle East diplomacy and discussed ongoing efforts with Iran and Gaza.

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The Guardian

Epstein Suicide Confirmed: DOJ, FBI

A comprehensive DOJ and FBI review confirmed Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in 2019, found no evidence of a secret client list or new charges against others, and emphasized the importance of focusing on justice for his victims rather than conspiracy theories.

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NPR

U.S. Faces Population Challenges

As women increasingly choose to have fewer or no children, the United States faces demographic challenges that threaten workforce stability, economic growth, and social safety nets, prompting debate over how to adapt policies that support families.

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USA Today

Biden Advisors Urged Early Debate

A newly revealed campaign memo shows Biden’s aides urged him to take an early 2024 debate with Trump to demonstrate “strength,” but his faltering performance ultimately ended his reelection bid.

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NBC News

Ortega Exits "Love Island USA"

Cierra Ortega exited “Love Island USA” amid intense backlash over resurfaced social media posts containing a racial slur, as her family publicly pleaded for compassion and understanding.

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Inc. Magazine

McDonald's Spices Up Breakfast

After 50 years, McDonald’s is celebrating the enduring success of the Egg McMuffin by introducing a limited-time lineup of spicy breakfast sandwiches, thoughtfully updated to satisfy today’s more adventurous and flavor-loving generations.

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Army Times

Army Tests Robotic Coyotes

The Army Corps of Engineers is testing four-wheeled robotic "Coyote Rovers" equipped with life-size plastic coyotes to autonomously scare away birds and wildlife from military airfields, protecting valuable aircraft and reducing maintenance costs.

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