Overnight on July 10, Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities experienced another mass attack from Russia, marking the second consecutive night of aggression. The attack involved Shahed-type drones and ballistic missiles, resulting in numerous explosions and air raid alerts across the country. Initial reports indicate that two people were killed in Kyiv, with at least 16 injured, and damage to residential buildings and infrastructure. Additionally, drone strikes in Kherson injured two more individuals, highlighting the widespread impact of the attacks.
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The Trump administration is reportedly planning to cut over 2,000 high-ranking NASA employees with specialized skills, primarily through early retirements and buyouts. These cuts, impacting core mission areas like science and human spaceflight, are part of a broader effort to reduce the size of the federal government. Former NASA officials have voiced strong opposition to the proposed budget cuts for fiscal year 2026, which would cancel numerous science programs. They argue such cuts threaten US leadership in space and could cede ground to China’s ambitious space program.
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President Trump has been making unsubstantiated claims about gas prices, repeatedly asserting that prices are as low as $1.99 in several states. While gas prices have declined in recent weeks, with the national average at $3.16 per gallon, this remains significantly higher than Trump’s claims. The lowest prices are currently around $2.31-$2.69 in states like Mississippi, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Alabama, according to GasBuddy. The last time average prices dipped below $2 per gallon was January 2021.
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In a historic move, a North Korean defector is set to file both civil and criminal lawsuits in South Korea against Kim Jong-un and other officials for crimes against humanity. The Center for Human Rights Legal Support will submit these complaints on behalf of Choi Min-kyeong, who alleges she endured severe abuse in a North Korean detention facility. The lawsuits are also meant to bring attention to human rights issues in North Korea, with plans to potentially extend the case to international bodies like the UN and the International Criminal Court. This marks the first time a North Korean-born victim of human rights violations has brought such a case.
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A tentative agreement has been reached between the city of Philadelphia and District Council 33, ending a week-long strike impacting city services. The deal offers workers a 3% raise over each of the next three years, with half receiving an additional 2% raise, and includes a total pay bump of 14% over the mayor’s four-year term. The agreement will allow residential trash collection to resume, with other services such as pools, libraries, and recreation centers returning to normal, while the union members must still ratify the agreement.
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A letter from six U.S. Congress members to Canada’s ambassador expressed concerns over Canadian wildfire smoke impacting their constituents’ enjoyment of summer. The letter attributes the issue to a lack of forest management and potential arson, prompting inquiries on mitigation plans. Canada responded by stating that they take the issue seriously, while experts highlight that lightning-caused fires are common, climate change exacerbates the situation, and that smoke crosses borders.
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On Wednesday, a five-year-old boy was found dead in a hot car in San Antonio after his mother unintentionally left him there. The mother, who typically drops the child at school before work, went to her job, unaware that the child had not been dropped off. Upon arriving at the school to pick him up, she was informed he was not there, leading to the discovery of the child in the backseat of her car. Police are currently investigating the tragic incident, determining whether the child’s death was accidental or criminal.
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President Trump has faced backlash from his supporters regarding the government’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s files. Many of Trump’s most staunch backers are furious with the administration for what they perceive as a cover-up, particularly after the Justice Department’s announcement that Epstein’s “client list” did not exist. This has led to criticism from figures like Laura Loomer and Elon Musk, revealing a potential erosion of Trump’s populist appeal. The frustration stems from the belief that Trump’s administration has failed to fulfill its promise to expose the alleged corruption and depravity of the elite, potentially implicating Trump himself in their eyes.
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The Justice Department and FBI released a memo stating there was never any client list associated with Jeffrey Epstein, a finding that has drawn strong criticism from MAGA figures. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has stated that Americans will not accept this conclusion, while others such as Elon Musk and Laura Loomer have also voiced skepticism. Despite the lack of evidence found, the memo confirmed Epstein’s death was ruled a suicide and concluded that there was no credible evidence of blackmail. The news comes after months of anticipation and pressure from lawmakers to release potential records of high-profile names.
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Following the assassination attempt on President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Secret Service has suspended six personnel without pay, with penalties ranging from 10 to 42 days of leave, and placed them in roles with less operational responsibility upon their return. Deputy Director Matt Quinn stated the agency is focused on addressing the root causes of the operational failures, introducing new technology such as military-grade drones and improved communication systems. The agency’s response, following a bipartisan report citing leadership and training issues, seeks to prevent future incidents by correcting the security lapses that occurred during the campaign rally, in which a gunman opened fire on the president.
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