Dehydrated News TLDR 07/02/25
Table of Contents
United States Politics
1. Senator Murkowski Influences Passage of Trump's Domestic Agenda Bill
2. Justice Department Increases Efforts to Revoke Citizenship of Criminal Immigrants
3. Cleveland Heights Council to Consider Legislation Countering Mayor Seren's Actions
4. Quad Foreign Ministers Convene in Washington, D.C. to Address Security and Economic Issues
5. Indian Minister Jaishankar Challenges Trump's Mediation Claims on India-Pakistan Ceasefire
6. Zohran Mamdani Wins New York Democratic Primary Ahead of Mayoral Election
7. Chicago Aldermen Seek Answers After ICE Deportation Raid Clashes with Protesters
8. Arizona Democrats Bypass State Party, Opt for Navajo County in 2026 Election Efforts
9. Sharif Street Launches Campaign for Pennsylvania's Third Congressional District
10. Governor Katie Hobbs Vetoes Election Bill Aimed at Expediting Results
Business
1. Belgian Central Bank Governor Comments on Euro Zone Inflation and ECB Policy
2. U.S. Ground Beef Prices Reach Record High Amidst Cattle Supply Shortage
3. Global M&A Transactions Increase in Value; Italian Deals Focus on Financial Services
4. Brent Crude Rises, Rupee Depreciates Amid India-US Trade Talks
5. Brookfield Corporation: Global Asset Management and Investment Firm Overview
6. NCLT Approves Adani Properties' Acquisition of HDIL Assets in Mumbai and Kalyan
7. State Bank of India Labels Reliance Communications Loan Account as Fraudulent
8. Intrepid Metals Corp. Expands Corral Copper Property in Arizona by 2,195 Acres
9. Major U.S. Banks Announce Dividend Increases Following Federal Reserve Stress Tests
10. UK Residents Relocating to Malta for Lifestyle and Tax Benefits
World Politics
1. International Charities Call for End to U.S.-Israeli Gaza Aid System
2. Turkish Police Arrest Cartoonists Over Controversial LeMan Cartoon Depiction
3. Iran Suspends Cooperation with IAEA Amid Tensions Over Sovereignty Violations
4. Azerbaijan Detains Sputnik Azerbaijan Staff Amid Tensions with Russia
5. Bahar Muradova Highlights Women's Development Initiatives at ECO Women's Forum in Azerbaijan
6. Ruben Vardanyan's Trial on War Crimes Continues in Baku Court
7. Turkish President Condemns Satirical Magazine Leman Over Prophet Cartoon
8. Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata's Funeral Held in Saudi Arabia
9. Azerbaijan Arrests Sputnik Journalists Amid Tensions with Russia
10. BJP Criticizes Congress for Alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami in Kerala By-Election
Science
1. NASA Astronaut Anil Menon to Embark on First ISS Mission in June 2026
2. Development of HTiNbO5-X Membrane Reactors for Efficient Ester Synthesis
3. Jun6504 Demonstrates Broad-Spectrum Antiviral Activity Against Enteroviruses in Mouse Models
4. Study of Canine Mammary Tumors Using ATAC-seq and RNA-seq Analysis
5. AI Systems Enhancing Scientific Research at Stanford and Google
6. PGPR and AMF Improve Bitter Gourd Yield and Traits in Saline Conditions
7. Study Compares Inhibitory Control in Bearded Dragons and Tortoises
8. Scopes Trial: 1925 Legal Battle Over Teaching Evolution in Tennessee
9. Study of Termite and Nest Interactions with Fungal Pathogens and Actinobacteria
10. Study on Molten Pool Size and Microstructure in Laser Powder Bed Fusion Process
Technology
1. New Game Plus Modes in Notable Video Games from 2015 to 2023
2. Sony and AMD Collaborate on AI-Driven Graphics Technology for Future Consoles
3. Meta Introduces Direct Messaging in Threads App for Users 18 and Older
4. Dell 14 Plus: Sale Offers and Rebranding Details Released
5. Russia's GPS Jamming in Baltic Sea Investigated by Polish Researchers
6. Edifier Launches MR5 Speaker with Advanced Features and Hi-Res Audio Certification
7. Alibaba Cloud Expands Southeast Asia Presence with New Data Centers and AI Initiatives
8. OnePlus India to Launch Nord 5 Series and Buds 4 on July 8, 2025
9. OpenAI's Sam Altman and Jonathan Ive Develop Screenless AI Device
10. Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2: Features and Performance Overview
Health
1. Minnesota Bill Mandates Opiate Antagonists on College Campuses
2. Mayo Clinic Develops AI Tool for Identifying Dementia Types Using Brain Scans
3. Tyler Henry Recovers from Brain Tumor Surgery, Resumes Live Shows
4. Case Western Program Improves Epilepsy Self-Management and Quality of Life
5. Survey Reveals Misconceptions About Cost of Plant-Based Diets Among U.S. Adults
6. Cincinnati Confirms First West Nile Virus Mosquito Sample of the Year
7. Electrolyte Powders Gain Popularity for Hydration and Wellness Benefits
8. Post-Stroke Headache Research Findings Presented at American Headache Society Meeting
9. Genetic Sequencing and Targeted Therapy Lead to Cancer Remission for Animator
10. Jeremy Gruber to Chair 2025 American Heart Association Greater Maryland Heart Walk
Arts and Entertainment
1. Official Charts Company Reveals UK's Biggest Songs and Albums of 2025
2. Kajol Discusses Dance Ratings and Upcoming Film Projects
3. Sir Rod Stewart Performs at Glastonbury Festival's Legends Slot
4. "War 2" Set for IMAX Release in August 2025
5. Jac Schaeffer Named Showrunner for Amazon's Fourth Wing TV Adaptation
6. Netflix Adds "American Outlaws" to UK and Ireland Streaming Library
7. Maniesh Paul Unveils New Look Amid Upcoming Film Projects
8. ITV Manages Scheduling to Avoid On-Air Tension Between Chris Hughes and Olivia Attwood
9. Sean 'Diddy' Combs Awaits Verdict in Federal Trial Including Racketeering Charge
10. Jim Shooter, Former Marvel Editor-in-Chief, Dies at 73
Sports
1. Los Angeles Dodgers Defeat Chicago White Sox, Extend NL West Lead
2. Indiana Fever Defeat Minnesota Lynx to Win WNBA Commissioner's Cup Final
3. Nebraska Football Adds Commitment from Wide Receiver Larry Miles for 2026 Class
4. Chicago Cubs Strategize Trades and Future Plans Ahead of Deadline
5. Jobe Bellingham Suspended for Club World Cup After Second Yellow Card
6. San Francisco Giants Extend Manager Bob Melvin's Contract for 2026
7. Texas Rangers Call Up Dane Dunning; Evan Carter Placed on Bereavement List
8. Kade Anderson and Steven Milam Named 2025 Academic All-Americans
9. Kurt Kittner Inducted into Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame
10. Adolis García Leads Texas Rangers to 10-2 Win Over Baltimore Orioles
United States Politics
United States Politics Article 1.
Senator Murkowski Influences Passage of Trump's Domestic Agenda Bill
Original Source: CNN International
Original Author(s): Eric Bradner, Lauren Fox, Annie Grayer, Sarah Ferris
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 21:35:33 EST
- Sen. Lisa Murkowski played a crucial role in negotiating changes to a bill to increase federal funding for Alaska.
- The bill extends Trump's 2017 tax cuts, affects immigration policies, and imposes work requirements on social safety net programs.
- Republicans controlled the Senate with a 53-47 majority.
- Murkowski secured provisions for Alaska, including a delay on states' contribution to food stamp benefits based on error rates.
- Efforts were made to increase Medicaid funding for Alaska and other states based on poverty rates and population density.
- Murkowski secured an increase in a tax deduction for whaling boat captains.
- Changes won by Murkowski include waivers for work requirements on food stamps for Alaska and Hawaii.
United States Politics Article 2.
Justice Department Increases Efforts to Revoke Citizenship of Criminal Immigrants
Original Source: Daily News
Original Author(s): Associated Press
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 22:20:20 EST
- The Justice Department is increasing efforts to revoke the citizenship of immigrants who have committed crimes or pose a national security risk.
- The U.S. government can strip a naturalized immigrant of citizenship if convicted of naturalization fraud or proven to have illegally obtained citizenship.
- An initiative called Operation Janus expanded efforts to identify people who used different identities to obtain green cards and citizenship after deportation orders.
- A 2016 report found that 315,000 old fingerprint records for deported immigrants or those with criminal convictions were not uploaded to a Department of Homeland Security database.
- The Trump administration created a Justice Department section focused on denaturalization cases, targeting those posing national security threats or involved in criminal activities.
- The Justice Department secured the denaturalization of a man convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material, who concealed his crime during the naturalization process.
- Assistant Attorney General Brett Shumate stated that denaturalization includes revoking citizenship for those involved in war crimes, serious human rights abuses, or activities posing threats to the United States.
United States Politics Article 3.
Cleveland Heights Council to Consider Legislation Countering Mayor Seren's Actions
Original Source: Cleveland
Original Author(s): Thomas Jewell
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 20:59:11 EST
- Cleveland Heights City Council plans to pass legislation to counter actions by Mayor Kahlil Seren.
- City Council's Administrative Services Committee advanced four proposed ordinances for consideration on July 7.
- The proposed ordinances include prohibiting the review of city email accounts, requiring a public records request for such access.
- Legislation allows a five-vote council override of the mayor's use of city property for objectionable reasons.
- A prohibition is proposed against using city media accounts for personal and political reasons rather than informational updates.
- Frances E. Collazo became the third communications director since Seren took office, following the firing of Jessica Schantz.
- The council is considering the certified mayoral recall for the September 9 primary election ballot.
United States Politics Article 4.
Quad Foreign Ministers Convene in Washington, D.C. to Address Security and Economic Issues
Original Source: Kashmir Observer
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 07:24:12 EST
- The Quad grouping condemned the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and urged UN member nations for cooperation in bringing the perpetrators to justice.
- The foreign ministers of the Quad met in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday to prepare for the bloc's annual summit in India later this year.
- The meeting was attended by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, and Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya.
- The Quad foreign ministers expressed serious concern over Beijing's military actions in the East China Sea and South China Sea, emphasizing the importance of upholding the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
- The ministers mentioned the 2016 Arbitral Tribunal ruling against China's claims in the South China Sea as a basis for resolving disputes.
- The Quad voiced concern over global supply chain issues related to critical minerals, indicating reliance on single-country supply can lead to economic coercion.
- The Quad announced plans to launch a Quad Ports of the Future partnership in Mumbai this year and expressed serious concerns over the crisis in Myanmar, supporting ASEAN's efforts for a peaceful resolution.
United States Politics Article 5.
Indian Minister Jaishankar Challenges Trump's Mediation Claims on India-Pakistan Ceasefire
Original Source: Dawn
Original Author(s): Anwar Iqbal
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:55:57 EST
- Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is in Washington for a Quad meeting.
- Jaishankar denied US President Donald Trump's claim of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan.
- Jaishankar stated he was present during a conversation between Vice President JD Vance and Prime Minister Modi on May 9.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Jaishankar the morning after May 9 that Pakistan was ready to talk.
- Major General Kashif Abdullah, Pakistan's Director General of Military Operations, contacted his Indian counterpart to request a ceasefire.
- Trump claims his intervention through trade pressure and high-level calls prevented a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan.
- Pakistani General Field Marshal Asim Munir recently visited Washington and met at the White House.
United States Politics Article 6.
Zohran Mamdani Wins New York Democratic Primary Ahead of Mayoral Election
Original Source: CNA
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 02:48:49 EST
- The New York City Election Board confirmed Zohran Mamdani's victory in the Democratic primary for the mayoral election on July 1.
- The ranked-choice voting results showed Mamdani received 56% of the votes in the third round of voting.
- Current mayor Eric Adams is running as an independent candidate against Mamdani in the general election.
- Eric Adams was indicted on corruption charges, but the Department of Justice later dropped the case.
- Mamdani is a 33-year-old Uganda-born Muslim and identifies as a democratic socialist.
- Former governor Andrew Cuomo received 44% of the votes in the final tally and conceded the race.
- The ranked-choice voting system, introduced in New York City in 2021, allows voters to rank up to five candidates in order of preference.
United States Politics Article 7.
Chicago Aldermen Seek Answers After ICE Deportation Raid Clashes with Protesters
Original Source: ArcaMax
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 01:17:33 EST
- Aldermen expressed concern about Chicago police cooperating with deportation efforts during a June 4 raid involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
- The City Council's Immigration Committee requested more information about the police's role in the June 4 incident.
- Chicago police are prohibited by city and state law from cooperating with federal immigration officers.
- The Civilian Office of Police Accountability and the Office of the Inspector General have not yet launched investigations into the alleged police coordination with ICE.
- Two of the three emergency calls leading police to the raid came from individuals connected to federal authorities responsible for the deportations.
- The CPD's Bureau of Internal Investigations was not investigating due to conflicts of interest and jurisdictional issues.
- ICE operates as an independent law enforcement agency, and the city rules prohibit police from setting up security perimeters to support deportation actions.
United States Politics Article 8.
Arizona Democrats Bypass State Party, Opt for Navajo County in 2026 Election Efforts
Original Source: WPLG
Original Author(s): Associated Press
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 22:01:41 EST
- Top Arizona Democrats plan to bypass the state party for next year's midterms, using a small county organization instead.
- Governor Katie Hobbs, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, and Attorney General Kris Mayes are seeking second terms.
- National Democratic committees, including the Democratic Governors Association, support the shift.
- Former Arizona Democratic Chair Yolanda Bejarano was ousted after a poor election performance in 2024.
- New Chairman Robert Branscomb dismissed most of the senior staff and is accused of financial mismanagement.
- Navajo County Democratic Party will run the get-out-the-vote campaign instead of the Arizona Democratic Party.
- Financial and operational mismanagement, not ideology, prompted the shift from the state party leadership.
United States Politics Article 9.
Sharif Street Launches Campaign for Pennsylvania's Third Congressional District
Original Source: ArcaMax
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 00:20:33 EST
- State Sen. Sharif Street, Pennsylvania's Democratic Party chairman, launched his campaign for Congress on Tuesday.
- U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans announced his retirement at the end of his term in January 2027.
- Sharif Street has been chair of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party since 2022 and a state senator since 2016.
- Sharif Street became the first Muslim person elected to the Pennsylvania Senate in 2016.
- The Pennsylvania Working Families Party elected two at-large City Council members in 2023.
- State Rep. Morgan Cephas and State Rep. Chris Rabb have indicated interest in the congressional race.
- The Third Congressional District in Philadelphia is represented by U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans and is one of the most Democratic-leaning districts in Congress.
United States Politics Article 10.
Governor Katie Hobbs Vetoes Election Bill Aimed at Expediting Results
Original Source: Tucson
Original Author(s): Howard Fischer
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 00:13:40 EST
- Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed SB 1001, legislation aimed at expediting election results in Arizona.
- The governor has rejected 178 bills this session, including a measure to outlaw automated photo enforcement for traffic violations.
- Arizona's reputation for late election results stems from a legal allowance for voters to drop off mail-in ballots in person on Election Day, delaying signature verification.
- Approximately 265,000 late-early ballots were dropped off in the Arizona 2024 general election.
- Senate President Warren Petersen proposed repealing the ability to drop off ballots in person on Election Day, but the idea was not pursued.
- Rep. J.D. Mesnard proposed allowing on-site verification for ballots dropped off after Friday night to expedite counting.
- Governor Hobbs signed legislation to prevent foreign governments like Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea from owning land in Arizona.
Business
Business Article 1.
Belgian Central Bank Governor Comments on Euro Zone Inflation and ECB Policy
Original Source: Investing.com
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:09:57 EST
- Belgian central bank Governor Pierre Wunsch stated that euro zone inflation may fail to meet the ECB's target.
- The European Central Bank (ECB) has reduced rates by two percentage points since last June, with a 2% deposit rate.
- Wunsch noted the euro reached a value of 1.18 against the dollar, its highest since late 2021.
- Factors like cheap imports from China, lower energy prices, and the strong euro are contributing to downward pressure on prices.
- ECB projections anticipate inflation below 2% for 18 months from the third quarter, with a return to target in early 2027.
- Financial markets expect an additional ECB rate cut this year, potentially reducing the deposit rate to 1.75%.
- Wunsch remarked that recent national PMI numbers and German fiscal plans are offering positive economic signals.
Business Article 2.
U.S. Ground Beef Prices Reach Record High Amidst Cattle Supply Shortage
Original Source: Daily Voice
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:08:33 EST
- The retail price of a pound of ground beef reached $5.98 in May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- The American Farm Bureau Federation reported the retail price of ground beef averaging $6.67 a pound.
- Feeding 10 people a standard Independence Day cookout costs about $70.92, down from the previous year but still 19% more expensive than in 2020.
- The US Department of Agriculture reported a national herd of 86.7 million cattle, the lowest since 1951.
- The USDA suspended cattle imports from Mexico in May due to the spread of the New World screwworm.
- Inflation slightly rose in May, and consumer spending declined in the US.
- WalletHub survey found that 53% of Americans plan to spend less this year, and 61% are planning to attend a cookout or picnic for Independence Day.
Business Article 3.
Global M&A Transactions Increase in Value; Italian Deals Focus on Financial Services
Original Source: La Stampa
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:09:23 EST
- Nei primi 5 mesi del 2025, i volumi delle operazioni di M&A sono diminuiti del 9% a livello mondiale e del 14% in Italia.
- I valori delle operazioni di M&A sono aumentati del 13% a livello mondiale e del 36% in Italia.
- Le operazioni nel settore Financial Services in Italia hanno contribuito significativamente all'aumento dei valori di M&A.
- escluse le operazioni nel settore Financial Services, in Italia il calo è stato del 18% a volumi e del 47% a valore.
- Lo studio PwC Global and Italian M&A Trends Mid Year '25 Outlook analizza i dati del mercato M&A nei primi 5 mesi del 2025.
- Aerospace & Defence, Chimica, Wealth Management e Utilities mostrano crescita a volumi e valori a livello mondiale.
- I settori automotive, manifatturiero e farmaceutico sono stati colpiti dai dazi, con un calo delle operazioni di M&A.
Business Article 4.
Brent Crude Rises, Rupee Depreciates Amid India-US Trade Talks
Original Source: english
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:09:10 EST
- Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, went up by 0.92 per cent to USD 67.73 per barrel in futures trade.
- The rupee depreciated 9 paise to close at 85.68 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday.
- At the interbank foreign exchange, the domestic unit opened at 85.59, reached an intra-day high of 85.57, and a low of 85.75 against the US dollar.
- On Tuesday, the rupee appreciated 17 paise to close at 85.59 against the US dollar.
- The dollar index rose 0.14 per cent to 96.95.
- India-US negotiations are led by Rajesh Agrawal from the Department of Commerce.
- Foreign institutional investors purchased equities worth Rs 890.93 crore on a net basis on Wednesday.
Business Article 5.
Brookfield Corporation: Global Asset Management and Investment Firm Overview
Original Source: Yahoo! Finance
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:05:00 EST
- Brookfield Corporation is an alternative asset manager and REIT/Real Estate Investment Manager firm.
- It manages investment products and services for institutional and retail clients.
- The firm invests in private equity and venture capital, including acquisitions and buyouts.
- Brookfield Corporation was founded in 1997 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
- It invests in sectors such as real estate, renewable power, infrastructure, and venture capital.
- The company focuses on geographies including North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia-Pacific.
- Brookfield makes equity investments ranging from $2 million to $500 million.
Business Article 6.
NCLT Approves Adani Properties' Acquisition of HDIL Assets in Mumbai and Kalyan
Original Source: Goodreturns
Original Author(s): Meher Agarwal
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:56:38 EST
- The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved Adani Properties' acquisition of assets from Housing Development and Infrastructure (HDIL).
- The assets include 'Inspire BKC' in Mumbai's Bandra-Kurla Complex and a land parcel in Kalyan Shahad.
- Adani Properties' resolution plan for Inspire BKC is valued at Rs 3 crore.
- The Mumbai bench of NCLT approved the resolution plans under Section 31 of the IBC, 2016.
- HDIL has been undergoing insolvency since 2019 with liabilities exceeding Rs 7,789 crore.
- Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative Bank, now Unity Small Finance Bank, is the sole secured creditor for the Shahad land parcel.
- HDIL was divided into ten verticals with current approvals to Adani Properties including verticals V and IX.
Business Article 7.
State Bank of India Labels Reliance Communications Loan Account as Fraudulent
Original Source: International Business Times, India Edition
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:09:33 EST
- Reliance Communications is undergoing a corporate insolvency resolution process under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
- The State Bank of India decided to report the loan account of Reliance Communications as "fraud" in a case dating back to August 2016.
- Reliance Communications received a letter from SBI, dated June 23, 2025, stating the decision to report the loan account as "fraud" and to report Anil Dhirajlal Ambani to the RBI.
- SBI issued show-cause notices to Reliance Communications in December 2023, March 2024, and September 2024.
- A resolution plan for Reliance Communications has been approved by the committee of creditors and is awaiting approval of the National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench.
- The loan issues pertain to the period before the commencement of the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process.
- Reliance Communications is part of the Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group.
Business Article 8.
Intrepid Metals Corp. Expands Corral Copper Property in Arizona by 2,195 Acres
Original Source: FinanzNachrichten.de
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:07:09 EST
- Intrepid Metals Corp. announced the expansion of its Corral Copper Property in Cochise County, Arizona by acquiring additional four state leases from the Arizona State Land Department and a patented mining claim from Silver Nickle Mining Company on July 2, 2025.
- The newly acquired state leases increase Intrepid Metals Corp.'s total land package to 11,715 acres (4,741 hectares).
- The Corral Copper Property is near Tombstone and Bisbee mining camp, located in Cochise County, Arizona.
- Intrepid Metals Corp. is a Canadian company listed on TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: INTR) and OTCQB Venture Market (IMTCF).
- Historical drilling at Corral centered on the Ringo, Earp, and Holliday Zones exceeds 50,000 meters.
- Intrepid Metals Corp. CEO is Ken Engquist.
- The Corral Copper Property comprises the Excelsior Property, CCCI Properties, Sara Claim Group, and the MAN Property.
Business Article 9.
Major U.S. Banks Announce Dividend Increases Following Federal Reserve Stress Tests
Original Source: American Banker
Original Author(s): John Reosti, Catherine Leffert, Nathan Place
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:07:25 EST
- Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs announced plans to increase dividends following favorable stress test results from the Federal Reserve.
- Wells Fargo's 2024 stress capital buffer is set at 2.5%, down from 3.8%, due to corrections in the Fed's loss projections.
- Goldman Sachs reported a decrease in its stress capital buffer to 3.4% from the previous year, with its CET1 ratio requirement dropping to 10.9%.
- JPMorganChase announced a dividend increase to $1.50 per share and plans for a new $50 billion share repurchase.
- U.S. Bancorp plans to increase its dividend by 4% to 52 cents per share, following a stress capital buffer reduction to 2.6% for 2025.
- Truist Financial's preliminary stress capital buffer was set at 2.5%, maintaining its current dividend and repurchase plans.
- PNC Financial announced plans to increase its dividend by 6% to $1.70, with its stress capital buffer steady at 2.5%.
Business Article 10.
UK Residents Relocating to Malta for Lifestyle and Tax Benefits
Original Source: Daily Mail Online
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:06:57 EST
- Malta has a Long-Term Residence Permit that allows holders nearly the same rights as Maltese citizens after five years of residence.
- Non-EU nationals can apply for the Malta Permanent Residency Programme with financial and health insurance requirements.
- Retired individuals can apply for the Malta Retirement Programme, requiring property ownership or rental, minimum residence, pension criteria, and health insurance.
- Private limited companies in Malta require a share capital of €1,165, with low corporate tax rates between 5% and 7%.
- The British ruled Malta as a dominion for 165 years until it joined the Commonwealth in 1964.
- Malta has 350 churches, including St John's Co-Cathedral, which houses two Caravaggio masterpieces.
- Property prices in Malta have increased by 125% over the past decade, with apartments comprising 50% of homes.
World Politics
World Politics Article 1.
International Charities Call for End to U.S.-Israeli Gaza Aid System
Original Source: Newsday
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 17:21:48 EST
- Dozens of international charities and humanitarian groups called for ending the U.S.- and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Fund (GHF).
- At least seven Palestinians were killed seeking aid in southern and central Gaza from late Monday to early Tuesday.
- Israeli airstrikes killed at least 37 people Tuesday in Khan Younis, Gaza.
- Over 56,000 Palestinians have died in the conflict, with more than half identified as women and children according to Gaza's Health Ministry.
- More than 165 major international charities and non-governmental organizations called Tuesday for an end to the Gaza Humanitarian Fund.
- The GHF has distributed more than 52 million meals since May 26.
- The Palestinian Health Ministry reported at least seven Palestinians killed in three separate locations while seeking aid, and more than 65 others were wounded.
World Politics Article 2.
Turkish Police Arrest Cartoonists Over Controversial LeMan Cartoon Depiction
Original Source: KION546
Original Author(s): Cnn Newsource
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 11:32:44 EST
- Turkish police detained four cartoonists for a cartoon published in LeMan magazine.
- Israeli airstrike in Gaza City killed at least 41 people and injured 75 others.
- Dr. Mohammed Abu Salmiya stated most casualties in the Gaza incident were women and children.
- President Trump plans to visit a new ICE detention center site in Florida.
- Two firefighters were fatally shot in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
- The Department of Defense will stop sharing satellite data for hurricane forecasting on July 31.
- Wess Roley, 20, was identified as the suspect in the Idaho firefighter shooting incident.
World Politics Article 3.
Iran Suspends Cooperation with IAEA Amid Tensions Over Sovereignty Violations
Original Source: MorungExpress
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:29:25 EST
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian issued an order to enact a law to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on a Wednesday.
- The law was passed by the Iranian parliament and approved by the Constitutional Council.
- The law calls for a suspension of cooperation with the IAEA until Iran's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety of its nuclear facilities and scientists are fully guaranteed.
- Esmail Kowsari, a member of Iran's parliamentary National Security Committee, urged the Supreme National Security Council to impose an entry ban on IAEA chief Rafael Grossi.
- An "Anti-Iran" resolution was passed by the IAEA Board of Governors, with 19 votes in favor and 3 opposed, including Russia, China, and Burkina Faso.
- On June 13, Israel launched airstrikes on several areas in Iran, and Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on Israel.
- A ceasefire between Iran and Israel was reached on June 24.
World Politics Article 4.
Azerbaijan Detains Sputnik Azerbaijan Staff Amid Tensions with Russia
Original Source: WTOP
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 15:44:33 EST
- Seven people linked to Sputnik Azerbaijan were detained after a raid on its office in Baku, Azerbaijan.
- Sputnik Azerbaijan's editor-in-chief Yevgeny Belousov and editorial board director Igor Kartavykh were among those detained.
- Belousov and Kartavykh were charged with conspiracy to commit fraud and other charges, and held for at least four months in pre-trial detention.
- Rossiya Segodnya stated it was concerned about the detentions, claiming Azerbaijani staff members were also detained.
- Two ethnic Azerbaijanis, Ziyaddin and Huseyn Safarov, died in Russian custody following police raids, leading to a diplomatic protest from Azerbaijan.
- Russia's Investigative Committee stated one death was caused by heart failure, with further examinations planned.
- Azerbaijan canceled a scheduled government trip to Moscow and other cultural events in response to the deaths.
World Politics Article 5.
Bahar Muradova Highlights Women's Development Initiatives at ECO Women's Forum in Azerbaijan
Original Source: International News Agency Trend
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:28:34 EST
- The women's forum was held in Lachin under the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO).
- Bahar Muradova is the Chairperson of the State Committee on Family, Women and Children Issues in Azerbaijan.
- Azerbaijan was the first state in the East to recognize women's right to vote and be elected in 1919.
- Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev was a philanthropist and educator who contributed significantly to the education of girls in the 19th century.
- Heydar Aliyev, a National Leader of Azerbaijan, established the State Committee on Women's Problems in 1998.
- President Ilham Aliyev and First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva support women's active participation in Azerbaijan's socio-political, economic, and cultural life.
- The OIC Women's Forum is seen as a potential mechanism for promoting women's participation in regional economic projects and cooperation.
World Politics Article 6.
Ruben Vardanyan's Trial on War Crimes Continues in Baku Court
Original Source: International News Agency Trend
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 16:14:39 EST
- The trial of Ruben Vardanyan, an Armenian citizen, continued on July 1 at the Baku Military Court in Azerbaijan.
- Ruben Vardanyan is charged with crimes that include war crimes, terrorism, and the financing of terrorism under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
- The court session was presided over by Judge Zeynal Agayev, with Judges Anar Rzayev and Jamal Ramazanov, and reserve judge Günel Samadova.
- The accused was provided with a Russian translator and a lawyer of his choice.
- Testimonies were heard from victims and their legal successors affected by conflicts involving Armenian military actions and illegal armed groups.
- The next court session is scheduled for July 8.
- Ruben Vardanyan faces multiple charges under specific articles of the Azerbaijani Criminal Code, including Articles 100.1, 107, 113, 214-1, 279.1, and 318.2.
World Politics Article 7.
Turkish President Condemns Satirical Magazine Leman Over Prophet Cartoon
Original Source: The Straits Times
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 15:09:12 EST
- Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan condemned a cartoon published in a satirical magazine as a "vile provocation."
- The cartoon depicted Prophets Mohammad and Moses appearing to shake hands in a wartime scene.
- Four cartoonists from the magazine Leman were detained in connection with the drawing.
- The magazine Leman apologised to readers who felt offended and stated the intention of the cartoon was misunderstood.
- Turkish authorities, including Erdogan, criticized the cartoon as "Islamophobic" and vowed to hold those responsible legally accountable.
- More than 200 people protested against the magazine Leman in Istanbul, despite a ban on gatherings.
- Turkey's freedom of expression ranking is low, placed at 158th out of 180 countries in the 2024 Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders.
World Politics Article 8.
Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata's Funeral Held in Saudi Arabia
Original Source: Legit.ng - Nigeria news.
Original Author(s): Ezra Ukanwa
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 11:01:01 EST
- Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata passed away on June 28 in Abu Dhabi at the age of 94.
- The burial will take place in Madina, Saudi Arabia, following Islamic rites.
- A funeral prayer in absentia was held in Kano at the Umar Bin Khattab Mosque, led by Sheikh Ibrahim Khalil.
- Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero traveled separately to Saudi Arabia for the burial.
- Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf led an official state delegation to Saudi Arabia, including Emir Sanusi II and other officials from Kano and Jigawa.
- Emir Aminu Ado Bayero's delegation included Sarkin Dawaki Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan'agundi and Hon. Alhassan Ado Doguwa.
- Observers noted the presence of the two rival emirs at the burial as significant in light of ongoing disputes over the Kano throne.
World Politics Article 9.
Azerbaijan Arrests Sputnik Journalists Amid Tensions with Russia
Original Source: AsiaOne
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 01:56:08 EST
- Authorities in Azerbaijan arrested two journalists from the local branch of a Russian state news agency on June 30.
- Azerbaijan's Interior Ministry launched an investigation into Sputnik Azerbaijan and raided its offices.
- Russia's RIA state news agency reported that two staff members from Sputnik Azerbaijan were detained.
- A Ruptly editor was detained after attempting to film the police action at the Sputnik offices in Baku.
- Investigators in Yekaterinburg, Russia, arrested six people, identified as ethnic Azerbaijanis, in connection with historic unsolved crimes.
- Baku accused Russian police of extrajudicial killings "on ethnic grounds," an allegation Moscow rejected.
- Azerbaijan's parliament cancelled planned bilateral talks in Moscow and a visit by a Russian deputy prime minister.
World Politics Article 10.
BJP Criticizes Congress for Alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami in Kerala By-Election
Original Source: http://www.uniindia.com/fadnavis-orders-probe-into-mumbai-pub-fire/states/news/1090400.html
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:05:38 EST
- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized the Congress for its alliance during the Nilambur Assembly by-election in Kerala with Jamaat-e-Islami.
- Rajeev Chandrasekhar, BJP's Kerala State President, claimed Jamaat-e-Islami advocates for Sharia law in India.
- Oommen Chandy, former Kerala Chief Minister, called Jamaat-e-Islami "dangerous and anti-national" in 2018.
- Chandrasekhar accused Congress of forming an alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami in the Nilambur by-election.
- Mujeeb Rahman, leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, stated that BJP never sought support from the group, unlike Congress, Left, and RJD.
- Chandrasekhar recalled Congress allegedly distorting facts after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
- Chandrasekhar condemned Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan for supporting a Hamas leader in Kerala.
Science
Science Article 1.
NASA Astronaut Anil Menon to Embark on First ISS Mission in June 2026
Original Source: The Times of India
Original Author(s): Toi Science Desk
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 07:39:07 EST
- NASA astronaut Anil Menon is set for his first mission to the International Space Station in June 2026.
- Anil Menon will serve as a flight engineer and Expedition 75 crew member aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft.
- Anil Menon will be accompanied by Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina for the mission.
- They will launch from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan and spend approximately eight months aboard the International Space Station.
- Anil Menon completed his early education at Saint Paul Academy and Summit School in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and graduated in 1995.
- He earned a medical degree from Stanford Medical School in 2006 and completed a residency in emergency medicine at Stanford in 2009.
- Anil Menon began working as a NASA flight surgeon in 2014 and provided medical support for long-duration astronauts aboard the International Space Station.
Science Article 2.
Development of HTiNbO5-X Membrane Reactors for Efficient Ester Synthesis
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:31:46 EST
- Laminar membrane reactors were prepared using HTiNbO5-X nanosheets with oxygen vacancies.
- The interlayer spacing of HTiNbO5-X membranes was controlled from 14.4 to 11.0 Å.
- The esterification of benzyl alcohol with acetic anhydride achieved ≈ 100% conversion at 23 °C.
- HTiNbO nanosheets were obtained by calcination, acid etching, and exfoliation.
- HTiNbO membranes exhibited a highly ordered stacking arrangement with a layer thickness of 0.7 nm.
- The prepared HTiNbO nanosheets showed broad ranges of Lewis and Brønsted acid sites.
- HTiNbO membranes showed 28 times higher turnover numbers than bulk reactions.
Science Article 3.
Jun6504 Demonstrates Broad-Spectrum Antiviral Activity Against Enteroviruses in Mouse Models
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 14:32:13 EST
- Jun6504 is a 2C inhibitor with demonstrated in vivo antiviral efficacy in a neurological mouse model of EV-D68 infection.
- Jun6504 exhibits broad-spectrum antiviral activity against EV-D68, EV-A71, and CVB3.
- Molecular dynamics simulations showed that Jun571 forms stable complexes with EV-A71 and CVB3 2C proteins by binding to the allosteric site.
- Pharmacokinetic profiles indicate that Jun6504 series of compounds have a peak plasma concentration at around 1 hour and relatively fast clearance with half-lives of around 2-3 hours after intraperitoneal injection.
- Jun6504 has consistent antiviral activity against several enterovirus species, including five strains of EV-D68 from the 2014 epidemic.
- In neonatal mice, Jun6504 significantly improves clinical outcomes and reduces viral titers in the spinal cord and infected muscles when administered during EV-D68 infection.
- A serial passage experiment identified mutations, including D323G, D183V, and I112V, in the viral 2C protein that confer resistance to Jun6504 in EV-D68.
Science Article 4.
Study of Canine Mammary Tumors Using ATAC-seq and RNA-seq Analysis
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:28:42 EST
- Peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) were collected from 26 dogs, including 11 healthy controls, 6 with benign mammary tumors, and 9 with malignant mammary tumors.
- Dogs were recruited from Seoul National University Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital and local clinics.
- PBMCs were isolated using Ficoll-Paque PLUS density gradient centrifugation.
- ATAC-seq libraries were prepared using NEBNext High-Fidelity PCR Master Mix and sequenced on an Illumina HiSeq 2500 system.
- RNA-seq libraries were prepared with the TruSeq Stranded Total RNA Sample Prep Kit and sequenced on an Illumina NovaSeq 6000 platform.
- Functional enrichment analysis used HOMER and the Panther database for GO analysis, along with the GREAT tool, using UCSC LiftOver for dog genomic region conversion.
- The study was approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee of Seoul National University (IACUC SNU-170602-1).
Science Article 5.
AI Systems Enhancing Scientific Research at Stanford and Google
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:10:44 EST
- Pathologist Thomas Montine conducted a virtual meeting using AI characters to discuss Alzheimer's treatments.
- Google's team and researchers tested an AI co-scientist system in February, developing it further with trusted testers.
- Stanford University announced its Virtual Lab system using AI in November, which Thomas Montine tested.
- The Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Laboratory proposed the VirSci virtual-scientist system in October.
- Google and Stanford systems use large language models (LLMs) for collaboration and problem-solving in scientific research.
- Researcher Gary Peltz used Google's AI co-scientist to identify drugs for liver fibrosis, resulting in promising leads.
- Criticisms and validation exist regarding the novelty and effectiveness of AI-generated hypotheses in scientific research.
Science Article 6.
PGPR and AMF Improve Bitter Gourd Yield and Traits in Saline Conditions
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:42:12 EST
- Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia L.) is produced and consumed worldwide for its health benefits, including anti-diabetic, anti-obesity, anticancer, antifungal, antiviral, and antibacterial properties.
- The study assessed the effects of inoculating bitter gourd plants with Azotobacter chroococcum and Rhizophagus irregularis on fruit morphometric traits, chemical properties, and fruit yield under saline conditions.
- Salinity affects 20% of irrigated and 22% of dryland agricultural land globally, according to the FAO, and can reduce the availability of essential nutrients in soil.
- Bitter gourd plants can tolerate mild salinity, but levels exceeding 4-6 dS/m are generally toxic, leading to yield reductions.
- The consortium treatment of A. chroococcum and R. irregularis under saline stress significantly improved fruit morphometric traits and fruit yield compared to individual treatments.
- The consortium treatment led to a significant increase in fruit yield (315.56%) under saline conditions compared to the control.
- Rhizophagus irregularis is part of mycorrhizal-based fertilizers, enhancing nutrient uptake and soil aggregation, and mitigates salt stress by enhancing nutrient acquisition.
Science Article 7.
Study Compares Inhibitory Control in Bearded Dragons and Tortoises
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:32:23 EST
- Bearded dragons achieved an average of 31% correct trials, and tortoises reached 22% correct trials in their first 10 trials.
- The study provided the first data on inhibitory capacity in reptiles using the transparent cylinder test.
- In the first 10 trials, bearded dragons performed at the lower end across approximately 50 vertebrate species, while tortoises performed even worse.
- The five skink species tested showed an average performance of 34.6% correct responses.
- In Hermann's tortoises, females outperformed males in the cylinder test, with superior performance from the beginning of the test.
- Females took longer to reach the food but achieved higher performance in terms of correct trials.
- A positive correlation was observed between an individual's degree of lateralization and its performance in the cylinder test.
Science Article 8.
Scopes Trial: 1925 Legal Battle Over Teaching Evolution in Tennessee
Original Source: Phys.org
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 15:51:35 EST
- The Scopes trial took place from July 10-21, 1925, in Dayton, Tennessee.
- Charles Darwin's "Origin of Species" was published in 1859.
- The World's Christian Fundamentals Association (WCFA) was created in May 1919 under the leadership of William Bell Riley.
- The Butler Act was passed in Tennessee in 1925, making it illegal to teach theories contrary to the divine creation of man as described in the Bible.
- John Thomas Scopes was persuaded by the American Civil Liberties Union to challenge the Butler Act in court.
- The jury found Scopes guilty, and he was fined $100.
- Answers in Genesis (AiG) is the world's largest creationist organization, with tourist sites including the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter in Kentucky.
Science Article 9.
Study of Termite and Nest Interactions with Fungal Pathogens and Actinobacteria
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:01:24 EST
- Colonies of Hodotermopsis sjostedti were collected from Amami-Oshima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.
- Metarhizium anisopliae (NBRC 31961) was used in bioassays to test its pathogenicity against H. sjostedti.
- Termites were kept in containers at 25 °C and covered in darkness during experiments.
- Antifungal activity of nest material with different treatments was assessed using mycelial growth measurements.
- Actinobacteria were isolated from termite nest material, and their DNA was sequenced and deposited under accession numbers LC858664-LC858669.
- Streptomyces isolate from H. sjostedti nest material was tested for antifungal and antibacterial activities against various pathogens and bacteria.
- Statistical analyses were performed using R software, including survival analysis and generalized linear mixed models (GLMM) for evaluating treatment effects.
Science Article 10.
Study on Molten Pool Size and Microstructure in Laser Powder Bed Fusion Process
Original Source: Nature
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 20:05:01 EST
- XRD samples confirmed the FCC structure of LPBF multi-layer components, consistent with Liu et al.'s findings.
- SEM images show the top region of a melt pool contains equiaxed grains distributed uniformly, while columnar grains dominate the bottom.
- Statistical analysis showed lower VED combinations formed smaller grains, with speed increases reducing grain size distribution.
- The hardness values of HEA samples ranged from 257.8 HV to 269.8 HV, affected by laser power and scanning speed.
- Variations in the laser processing parameters significantly influence microstructural morphology and grain size.
- Finite element modeling extracted temperature gradients, showing directional characteristics supporting SEM findings of columnar grain formation.
- The study identified a G-R solidification diagram to predict the influence of LPBF processing on grain morphology.
Technology
Technology Article 1.
New Game Plus Modes in Notable Video Games from 2015 to 2023
Original Source: Game Rant
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:38:37 EST
- Starfield was released on September 6, 2023, and its developer is Bethesda. It is available on PC, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
- Bloodborne was released on March 24, 2015, by developer From Software and is available on PlayStation 4.
- Dead Space (2023) was released on January 27, 2023, by developer EA Motive and is available on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
- Dishonored 2 was released on November 11, 2016, by developer Arkane Studios and is available on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
- Oxenfree was released on January 15, 2015, by developer Night School Studio and is available on multiple platforms including Android, iOS, PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.
- Armored Core 6: Fires Of Rubicon was released on August 25, 2023, by developer From Software and is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
- Bravely Second: End Layer was released on April 15, 2016, by developer Silicon Studio and is available on the 3DS.
Technology Article 2.
Sony and AMD Collaborate on AI-Driven Graphics Technology for Future Consoles
Original Source: IGN Africa
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 08:25:01 EST
- Mark Cerny is the lead architect for the PS5 and PS5 Pro.
- Jack Huynh is AMD's SVP for Computing and Graphics.
- Nvidia Blackwell and AMD RDNA 4 graphics cards were released earlier this year.
- Nvidia RTX 5090 consumes up to 580W, showing a 10-25% improvement over RTX 4090.
- AMD RX 9070 XT is approximately 17% faster than RX 7900 XT.
- Nvidia launched DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation; AMD introduced FSR 4 on the RX 9070 XT.
- Playstation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) is an AI-powered upscaling technology on the PS5 Pro.
Technology Article 3.
Meta Introduces Direct Messaging in Threads App for Users 18 and Older
Original Source: The Week
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:52:56 EST
- Meta introduced direct messaging on its Threads app for users aged 18 and above.
- The direct messaging feature is available globally on Android, iOS, and the web.
- Users can message mutual followers from Threads or Instagram.
- Initial messaging features include text conversations, emoji reactions, mute options, and spam reporting.
- Threads messages are not end-to-end encrypted, unlike WhatsApp.
- Meta allows direct messaging only between Threads followers or mutual followers from Instagram aged 18 and older.
- Threads has over 350 million monthly active users.
Technology Article 4.
Dell 14 Plus: Sale Offers and Rebranding Details Released
Original Source: ZDNet
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 08:01:52 EST
- The base model of the Dell 14 Plus is priced at $700, a $400 discount.
- Dell announced a rebranding of its portfolio in early 2025, replacing "XPS" and "Inspiron" with names like "Dell," "Dell Pro," and "Dell Premium."
- The Dell 14 Plus is a midrange laptop and a successor to the Inspiron series, featuring a gray rubber keyboard and an all-silver aluminum body.
- The Dell 14 Plus configuration being reviewed includes an Intel Core Ultra 256V processor, integrated Intel Arc graphics card, and 16GB of memory.
- Prices for the Dell 14 Plus start at $1,100, with a mid-range configuration at $1,250, and the top configuration, including an Intel Core Ultra 9 288V chipset and 32GB of RAM, now at a discounted price of $1,080.
- The laptop's battery life lasts approximately 11 hours and 40 minutes under Best Power Efficiency settings.
- This review was originally published on May 15, 2025, and updated on July 1, 2025.
Technology Article 5.
Russia's GPS Jamming in Baltic Sea Investigated by Polish Researchers
Original Source: Defense News
Original Author(s): Linus Höller
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:26:27 EST
- Polish researchers have collected detailed information on Russia's Baltic Sea GPS jamming operations.
- The global navigation satellite system interference in northeastern Europe increased after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
- Eight European countries, including the Baltic states, Finland, Poland, France, the Netherlands, and Ukraine, lodged a complaint with the UN about Russia's jamming practices.
- Two hotspots for malicious signals are identified in Kaliningrad and the St. Petersburg area, with a significant Russian military presence.
- Poland has set up monitoring stations around the Gdańsk Bay to track GNSS interference and determine its origin.
- A spoofing attack in May and a jamming attack in April were traced to locations in Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave.
- Germany's DLR is leading a project called R-Mode Baltic, funded by the EU, to provide an alternative navigation system by 2026 in collaboration with several other European countries.
Technology Article 6.
Edifier Launches MR5 Speaker with Advanced Features and Hi-Res Audio Certification
Original Source: Napa Valley Register
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:12:19 EST
- On July 1, 2025, Edifier launched the MR5 in Richmond, BC.
- The EDIFIER MR5 features tri-amped active crossover and patented acoustic architecture.
- The MR5 has a frequency response from 46Hz to 40kHz.
- The MR5 has a total output of 110W RMS and a peak SPL of 101dB (@1 meter).
- The MR5 supports 24-bit/96kHz resolution and is Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified.
- The MR5 offers balanced XLR, TRS, RCA, and AUX connectivity options.
- Edifier was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Beijing, China.
Technology Article 7.
Alibaba Cloud Expands Southeast Asia Presence with New Data Centers and AI Initiatives
Original Source: The Manila times
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 05:34:56 EST
- Alibaba Cloud marked its 10th anniversary of operations in Singapore and announced new infrastructure investments and advanced technologies at its Global Summit on July 2, 2025.
- Alibaba Cloud plans to launch its third data center in Malaysia on July 1, 2025, and a second data center in the Philippines in October 2025 to meet the growing demand for cloud and AI services.
- Alibaba Cloud introduced its first AI Global Competency Center in Singapore to support over 5,000 businesses and 100,000 developers, focusing on accelerating AI adoption and talent development.
- Alibaba Cloud announced a global study conducted with Forrester Consulting, showing a gap in the execution of green AI strategies, with 84% seeing its importance but 69% being at the beginner stage of adoption.
- GoTo Group successfully migrated its core business intelligence data platform to Alibaba Cloud's MaxCompute to enhance scalability and resilience.
- VisionTech and FLUX are leveraging Alibaba Cloud's infrastructure and AI technologies to enhance their AI solutions for regional growth and integration into critical workflows.
- Alibaba Cloud signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Al-Futtaim to drive digital transformation and global innovation using advanced AI capabilities.
Technology Article 8.
OnePlus India to Launch Nord 5 Series and Buds 4 on July 8, 2025
Original Source: MobiGyaan
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 08:58:09 EST
- OnePlus India will launch the OnePlus Nord 5 Series, including the OnePlus Nord 5 and OnePlus Nord CE5, alongside the OnePlus Buds 4 wireless earbuds on 8th July 2025 at 2 PM IST (10:30 AM CEST).
- The OnePlus Nord CE5 will use the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex SoC and claims a score of over 1.47 million on AnTuTu.
- The device will have a 7,100 mAh battery and supports 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging.
- The Nord CE5 will feature Battery Health Magic and Bypass Charging during gaming sessions.
- The Nord CE5 retains the 50 MP Sony LYT-600 sensor and includes new image processing features from the OnePlus 13 Series.
- The camera supports up to 4K at 60 fps HDR video recording.
- The OnePlus Nord CE5 will be available from 12th July 2025, and the OnePlus Nord 5 and OnePlus Buds 4 will be available from 9th July 2025.
Technology Article 9.
OpenAI's Sam Altman and Jonathan Ive Develop Screenless AI Device
Original Source: mint
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:31:20 EST
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and former Apple designer Jonathan Ive are collaborating on new AI devices.
- Altman purchased Ive's startup for $6.5 billion earlier in the year.
- The planned AI device will not have a screen and will not be wearable.
- A potential design for the device suggests it could be a pen that is pocket-sized, unobtrusive, and aware of user surroundings.
- Altman has expressed that Ive's prototype captured his imagination and could potentially add $1 trillion in value to OpenAI.
- Meta and Alphabet are also working on AI-integrated smart glasses.
- Bloomberg reported that Apple is exploring the addition of cameras to its AirPods and smartwatches to create AI gadgets.
Technology Article 10.
Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2: Features and Performance Overview
Original Source: Mashable
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:24:03 EST
- The Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2 is a lifestyle smart projector that can connect via HDMI cable, Google TV OS, WiFi, and various other methods.
- The projector can emit up to 2,500 to 3,000 ISO Lumens, has HDR10+, a 15,000:1 contrast ratio, and displays 110 percent Rec. 2020 color gamut.
- The Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2 can project image sizes from 40 inches to 300 inches.
- The projector features optical zoom and auto keystone, with adjustments possible for different image sizes and positions.
- It can be mounted using a tripod stand, a desktop gimbal stand, or a ceiling mount.
- The maximum refresh rate achieved was 120Hz at 1080p and 30Hz at 4K using an HDMI cable.
- The projector emits a strong plastic smell while in use, which may decrease over time.
Health
Health Article 1.
Minnesota Bill Mandates Opiate Antagonists on College Campuses
Original Source: INFORUM
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 16:35:59 EST
- In the spring of 2023, Will Rops visited the Minnesota Capitol during a student government event.
- Rops discussed an idea for a bill with Sen. Bill Weber, concerning requiring public post-secondary institutions to maintain a supply of opiate antagonists like naloxone.
- Rops was motivated by the death of his brother in 2022 from a fentanyl overdose.
- The bill was too late for the 2023 legislative session but was reintroduced and included in the higher education omnibus bill during a special session in June.
- Rops testified at a hearing about the bill in February 2023.
- The bill passed as part of the higher education omnibus bill, which also addresses funding for institutions.
- By fall, public post-secondary institutions in Minnesota are expected to include opiate antagonists in residential units on campus.
Health Article 2.
Mayo Clinic Develops AI Tool for Identifying Dementia Types Using Brain Scans
Original Source: ArcaMax
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:16:12 EST
- Mayo Clinic researchers have developed an AI tool named StateViewer to identify brain activity patterns linked to nine types of dementia using a single scan.
- The research on StateViewer was published on June 27, 2025, in the Neurology medical journal.
- StateViewer identified the type of dementia in 88% of cases and increased diagnostic speed and accuracy.
- The tool was trained and tested on over 3,600 scans, including those from patients with dementia and people without cognitive impairment.
- Dementia affects over 55 million people worldwide, with Alzheimer's being the fifth-leading cause of death globally.
- StateViewer was developed by Dr. David Jones, a Mayo Clinic neurologist, and Dr. Leland Barnard, a data scientist.
- The tool analyzes FDG-PET scans and displays color-coded brain maps highlighting brain activity patterns.
Health Article 3.
Tyler Henry Recovers from Brain Tumor Surgery, Resumes Live Shows
Original Source: Zee News
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 08:31:54 EST
- Tyler Henry underwent a brain tumour surgery for a non-cancerous, fluid-filled cyst near the centre of his brain.
- Tyler Henry had a condition called hydrocephalus, which involves fluid accumulation around the brain.
- The incidence rate of Tyler's tumour was one in 3 million.
- Tyler Henry performs in the reality show series "Hollywood Medium with Tyler Henry" and "Life After Death with Tyler Henry."
- After his operation, Tyler Henry was performing readings in his "An Evening of Hope and Healing" series of live shows.
- Tyler Henry previously dealt with an arachnoid cyst during his teenage years.
- Tyler Henry was diagnosed and underwent brain surgery for a mass in the back of his brain when he was 18.
Health Article 4.
Case Western Program Improves Epilepsy Self-Management and Quality of Life
Original Source: Mirage News
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 11:21:57 EST
- Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent, often unpredictable seizures.
- A program developed by Case Western Reserve University teaches epilepsy self-management, aiming to reduce health complications and improve quality of life.
- The program was evaluated through a study published in Epilepsy & Behavior, involving 160 epilepsy patients.
- The study was funded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and co-led by Martha Sajatovic and Gena Ghearing.
- The SMART program involves weekly video conferencing sessions with a nurse and peer educator for epilepsy self-management.
- Participants in the SMART program showed reduced complications and improved mood compared to a control group.
- Collaborations for expanding the SMART program include the Epilepsy Association in Cleveland and other regional centers in Ohio and Iowa.
Health Article 5.
Survey Reveals Misconceptions About Cost of Plant-Based Diets Among U.S. Adults
Original Source: Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 13:38:03 EST
- More than 60% of U.S. adults believe a plant-based diet is more expensive than a diet with meat and dairy.
- Baby Boomers are the most likely to perceive plant-based eating as more expensive, with 67% holding this belief.
- The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine/Morning Consult survey included 2,206 U.S. adults surveyed from June 10 to June 12, 2025.
- 77% of adults say the cost of all groceries is currently too high.
- 70% of adults reported spending the most money on meats.
- 3 in 5 U.S. adults consider the cost of food extremely or very important when deciding what to buy.
- The price of meats, poultry, fish, and eggs has increased by 36.4% since January 2020, according to Pew Research Center.
Health Article 6.
Cincinnati Confirms First West Nile Virus Mosquito Sample of the Year
Original Source: FOX19 WXIX TV
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 15:05:04 EST
- The Cincinnati Health Department detected West Nile virus in a mosquito sample in Madisonville, a neighborhood in Cincinnati.
- The detection is the first confirmed instance in the city this year.
- The Cincinnati Health Department conducts routine surveillance by collecting and testing mosquito samples.
- West Nile virus has an incubation period of two to six days, and for some people, two to 14 days.
- Around 70% to 80% of those infected with West Nile virus will not show symptoms.
- There is no vaccine for West Nile virus, according to the Cincinnati Health Department.
- The last reported human case of West Nile virus in Cincinnati was in 2015.
Health Article 7.
Electrolyte Powders Gain Popularity for Hydration and Wellness Benefits
Original Source: ArcaMax
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 11:13:35 EST
- Electrolyte powders are used for hydration and contain key minerals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and chloride, according to the American Heart Association.
- Patrick Russell, Thomas Russell, and Nicolas Terwindt founded the hydration brand Oasis, based in Decatur, Georgia.
- Oasis offers a hydration powder containing 800mg of sodium per serving.
- Allulose, a sugar found in figs and raisins, is used in Oasis's product for taste without being metabolized by the body.
- Coco5 is a coconut water-based hydration drink, developed for the Chicago Blackhawks, supported by athletes Devin Booker, D'Angelo Russell, and Charles Barkley, and contains potassium, magnesium, and calcium.
- Nuun Sport Powder offers hydration with 300mg of sodium per packet and additional potassium and magnesium, available in multiple flavors.
- LMNT provides a mix with 1,000mg of sodium per packet, with keto-friendly properties and resources for home preparation available on its website.
Health Article 8.
Post-Stroke Headache Research Findings Presented at American Headache Society Meeting
Original Source: Medscape
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 06:50:06 EST
- The findings on post-stroke headaches were presented at the American Headache Society Annual Meeting 2025.
- A systematic review and meta-analysis identified 24 studies published through December 2024, encompassing data on 4671 individuals.
- Approximately 47% of individuals developed headaches after a hemorrhagic stroke, including acute or subacute headaches within 30 days and chronic headaches more than 3 months post-stroke.
- 48% of patients experienced post-stroke headaches following a subarachnoid hemorrhage, and 38% experienced them after an intracerebral hemorrhage.
- Male sex was associated with lower odds of developing a headache, while a prior history of headache increased the risk.
- Acute or subacute headache affected 56% of patients, while chronic headache affected 39% of patients post-stroke.
- The study noted that more diverse data are needed to fully understand the prevalence and treatment of post-stroke headaches globally.
Health Article 9.
Genetic Sequencing and Targeted Therapy Lead to Cancer Remission for Animator
Original Source: ABC7
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 07:54:07 EST
- Neal Warner was diagnosed with inoperable non-small cell lung cancer.
- A biopsy indicated that the cancer had spread to two lymph nodes.
- Genetic sequencing revealed Warner had a rare ALK genetic mutation.
- Warner received treatment with a targeted cancer drug called Alectinib.
- Dr. Richard Gillespie is a thoracic surgeon at Providence Saint Joseph Disney Family Cancer Center.
- Next generation sequencing is used to identify genetic mutations for treatment.
- The cancer went into remission six months after diagnosis.
Health Article 10.
Jeremy Gruber to Chair 2025 American Heart Association Greater Maryland Heart Walk
Original Source: American Heart Association
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-01 | Time: 13:08:49 EST
- The founder of Rescue One Training for Life is the chair of the 2025 American Heart Association Greater Maryland Heart Walk.
- Jeremy Gruber will lead the initiative to recruit companies for the Heart Walk campaign in Maryland.
- The American Heart Association emphasizes CPR education as a critical element of the Heart Walk campaign.
- Dr. Seth Martin was last year's Heart Walk chair and immediate past president of the Association's local board of directors.
- The Heart Walk is active in over 220 cities nationwide and is part of the Nation of Lifesavers™ initiative.
- The campaign will culminate on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Camden Yards Sports Complex in Baltimore.
- Companies interested in participating in the Heart Walk can contact Elizabeth Lewis at elizabeth.lewis@heart.org.
Arts and Entertainment
Arts and Entertainment Article 1.
Official Charts Company Reveals UK's Biggest Songs and Albums of 2025
Original Source: The Irish News
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:42:52 EST
- Sam Fender's album "People Watching" is the best-selling album released this year, according to the Official Charts Company, with 120,000 pure sales and 115,000 physical sales.
- Alex Warren's song "Ordinary" has 1.09 million chart sales and 128 million streams, spending 12 weeks at number one on the Official Singles Chart.
- Charli XCX's album "BRAT" is in ninth place in the top 10 best-selling albums of the year.
- Sabrina Carpenter's album "Short N' Sweet" has the most sales this year and has spent 43 consecutive weeks in the top five of the UK album chart.
- Fleetwood Mac's collection "50 Years - Don't Stop" is the fourth best-selling album this year with 173,000 chart sales.
- The Official Charts Company revealed the UK's biggest songs and albums of 2025 so far.
- Elton John's "Diamonds" greatest hits collection is in eighth place in the best-selling albums of the year.
Arts and Entertainment Article 2.
Kajol Discusses Dance Ratings and Upcoming Film Projects
Original Source: Hindustan Times
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:38:50 EST
- Kajol rated Shah Rukh Khan a 7-8 as a dancer in an interview with Mirchi Plus.
- Kajol rated Ajay Devgn a 9 for matching his walk to song beats.
- Hrithik Roshan was rated a 10 by Kajol as a dancer.
- Kajol currently stars in the mythological horror drama Maa, directed by Vishal Furia.
- Kajol's upcoming project Sarzameen will be released on JioCinema on 25 July, with Karan Johar's production.
- Sarzameen stars Kajol, Ibrahim Ali Khan, and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
- Kajol will appear in the action-thriller Maharagni -- Queen of Queens, directed by Charan Tej Uppalapati, featuring Naseeruddin Shah, Prabhu Deva, Jisshu Sengupta, Aditya Seal, and Pramod Pathak.
Arts and Entertainment Article 3.
Sir Rod Stewart Performs at Glastonbury Festival's Legends Slot
Original Source: Daily Record
Original Author(s): Katie-Ann Gupwell
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:33:51 EST
- Comedian Harry Hill highlighted an incident involving Sir Rod Stewart during his Glastonbury Festival performance.
- Harry Hill posted a clip on Instagram of Sir Rod Stewart blowing his nose on stage.
- Sir Rod Stewart performed on the Pyramid Stage during the Glastonbury Festival's legends slot on the final day.
- Sir Rod Stewart faced challenges before the festival, including canceling US gigs due to the flu.
- Sir Rod Stewart has expressed a desire to stop large-scale world tours after 2025.
- Sir Rod Stewart was accompanied on stage by his former Faces bandmate, Ronnie Wood.
- Sir Rod Stewart shared his excitement for his Glastonbury performance in an interview with Radio Times.
Arts and Entertainment Article 4.
"War 2" Set for IMAX Release in August 2025
Original Source: english
Original Author(s): Abp Live Entertainment
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:37:05 EST
- "War 2" is directed by Ayan Mukerji.
- The film is scheduled for a grand IMAX release on August 14, 2025.
- The film is a part of Yash Raj Films' spy universe.
- Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr will promote "War 2" separately.
- Yash Raj Films aims to preserve the onscreen rivalry between Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr.
- YRF is using unconventional marketing strategies for the film's promotion.
- The film is backed by producer Aditya Chopra.
Arts and Entertainment Article 5.
Jac Schaeffer Named Showrunner for Amazon's Fourth Wing TV Adaptation
Original Source: gamesradar
Original Author(s): Emily Garbutt
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:07:26 EST
- Jac Schaeffer is set to take over Amazon's Fourth Wing TV show.
- Fourth Wing is based on a bestselling fantasy novel by Rebecca Yarros, published in 2023.
- Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy's Kilter Films is involved in the production.
- Moira Walley-Beckett was originally hired as the showrunner for Fourth Wing.
- The novel Fourth Wing spent 18 weeks at number one on the New York Times bestseller list.
- The Empyrean series consists of five planned books, with Iron Flame published in 2023, and Onyx Storm in 2025.
- Jac Schaeffer is known for her work on WandaVision and Agatha All Along.
Arts and Entertainment Article 6.
Netflix Adds "American Outlaws" to UK and Ireland Streaming Library
Original Source: JOE.ie
Original Author(s): Stephen Porzio
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:49:05 EST
- Netflix has added American Outlaws, a 2001 Western movie, to its streaming service in Ireland and the UK.
- Colin Farrell stars in American Outlaws, portraying Jesse James.
- The plot involves young ranchers fighting against a corrupt railroad baron, played by Harris Yulin.
- The film's ensemble cast includes Kathy Bates, Timothy Dalton, Ali Larter, Gabriel Macht, Ronny Cox, and Terry O'Quinn.
- American Outlaws did not perform well at the box office and received criticism for historical inaccuracies.
- The film drew comparisons to the Young Guns franchise with critics noting its cast of young rising stars.
- Despite criticisms, some reviewers found American Outlaws to be entertaining and a fun, guilty pleasure.
Arts and Entertainment Article 7.
Maniesh Paul Unveils New Look Amid Upcoming Film Projects
Original Source: newKerala.com
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:07:02 EST
- The actor shared photos on his Instagram handle showing his new hairdo, which features a bold, bald, and buzzed look.
- Maniesh Paul mentioned Karan Johar in his Instagram caption.
- Varun Dhawan commented on Maniesh Paul's Instagram post.
- Maniesh Paul recently completed shooting for an upcoming film titled "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari."
- "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" is directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Dharma Productions.
- The film "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" stars Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Rohit Saraf, and Sanya Malhotra.
- "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" is scheduled to release on September 12, 2025.
Arts and Entertainment Article 8.
ITV Manages Scheduling to Avoid On-Air Tension Between Chris Hughes and Olivia Attwood
Original Source: The Irish Sun
Original Author(s): Oliver Grady
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:06:12 EST
- Chris Hughes and Olivia Attwood were in a relationship seven years ago and have since split.
- Olivia Attwood has been guest-hosting ITV's This Morning, while Chris Hughes has a roving reporter role on the same show.
- Olivia Attwood made comments about Chris Hughes, particularly concerning his behavior on Celebrity Big Brother in relation to JoJo Siwa.
- Olivia Attwood is married to footballer Bradley Dack since June 2023.
- The producers of This Morning are ensuring that Chris Hughes and Olivia Attwood do not appear on air together.
- Chris Hughes and Olivia Attwood starred in a spin-off reality show, Chris and Olivia: Crackin' On, which documented their relationship and was reduced due to their split during filming.
- Following their split, Olivia Attwood termed her relationship with Chris Hughes as "toxic" and admitted mutual dislike post-villa.
Arts and Entertainment Article 9.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Awaits Verdict in Federal Trial Including Racketeering Charge
Original Source: Economic Times
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:05:19 EST
- Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces five charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, and has pleaded not guilty.
- The jury has decided on four charges but is hung on the racketeering charge.
- If convicted, Combs could face a death sentence.
- Donald Trump has the power to pardon Combs, as he did for Todd and Julie Chrisley.
- Edmond Laurent has filed a lawsuit against Combs and others for assault and related charges, seeking $10 million.
- Laurent's complaint is filed in the Los Angeles Superior Court.
- Sean 'Diddy' Combs is detained at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Arts and Entertainment Article 10.
Jim Shooter, Former Marvel Editor-in-Chief, Dies at 73
Original Source: The Independent
Original Author(s): Greg Evans
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 09:52:19 EST
- Jim Shooter, former editor-in-chief of Marvel Comics, died at the age of 73 from oesophageal cancer.
- News of Shooter's death was confirmed by comic book writer Mark Waid on June 30.
- Shooter started working in comics at 13, writing for DC Comics' Legion of Super-Heroes.
- Shooter was hired by Marvel in 1976 and became editor-in-chief by the age of 26 in 1978.
- Shooter is credited with creating the "Secret Wars" crossover event, a 12-issue miniseries published between May 1984 and April 1985.
- Shooter founded Valiant Comics in the 1990s and worked with Defiant Comics and Broadway Comics, later returning briefly to DC in 2007.
- Marvel and DC paid tribute to Shooter, acknowledging his influence and legacy in the comic industry.
Sports
Sports Article 1.
Los Angeles Dodgers Defeat Chicago White Sox, Extend NL West Lead
Original Source: San Bernardino Sun
Original Author(s): Bill Plunkett
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 04:46:21 EST
- The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Chicago White Sox 6-1 on Tuesday night.
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched seven innings for the Dodgers, allowing three hits and striking out eight.
- Shohei Ohtani hit his 30th home run of the season during the game.
- The Dodgers have won eight of their past 10 games.
- The Dodgers are leading the National League West, eight games ahead of the San Diego Padres and nine ahead of the San Francisco Giants.
- Andy Pages and Teoscar Hernandez contributed RBI hits in the Dodgers' first inning rally.
- Shohei Ohtani has achieved his fifth consecutive 30-homer season, reaching this milestone in 86 games, the fastest in Dodgers history.
Sports Article 2.
Indiana Fever Defeat Minnesota Lynx to Win WNBA Commissioner's Cup Final
Original Source: Yahoo Sports
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:06:24 EST
- Natasha Howard scored 16 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists as the Indiana Fever defeated the Minnesota Lynx 74-59 in the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final.
- Indiana played without All-Star guard Caitlin Clark, who has been sidelined since June 24 with a strained groin.
- Howard held Lynx All-Star Napheesa Collier to 12 points on 6-for-18 shooting and was named the game's MVP.
- Minnesota shot 34.9 percent from the floor and made 4 of 16 3-pointers.
- Alanna Smith led Minnesota with 15 points.
- Sophie Cunningham scored 13 points, and Aliyah Boston, Aari McDonald, and Kelsey Mitchell each scored 12 points for Indiana.
- Minnesota earned home-court advantage with a league-best 14-2 record.
Sports Article 3.
Nebraska Football Adds Commitment from Wide Receiver Larry Miles for 2026 Class
Original Source: The New York Times
Original Author(s): Mitch Sherman
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:04:34 EST
- Nebraska added three players to its Class of 2026 football recruiting class: Larry Miles, Leon Noil, and Claude Mpouma.
- Larry Miles is a three-star wide receiver from Winter Garden, Florida.
- Claude Mpouma is a four-star offensive lineman from Chicago, Illinois.
- Mpouma considered multiple universities, including Auburn, Florida, Ohio State, and Michigan, before committing to Nebraska.
- The Class of 2026 for Nebraska currently has 12 members.
- Nebraska's roster is composed of 92 freshmen and sophomores and 34 juniors and seniors.
- Nebraska has offered a scholarship to Darion Jones, whose brother Donovan Jones plays as a cornerback for Nebraska.
Sports Article 4.
Chicago Cubs Strategize Trades and Future Plans Ahead of Deadline
Original Source: The New York Times
Original Author(s): Jon Greenberg
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 11:04:20 EST
- The Cubs are leading the NL Central with a record of 50-35.
- Jed Hoyer, the president of the Cubs, traded prospect Cam Smith for one year of Kyle Tucker.
- Hoyer mentioned that the Cubs will be looking to acquire depth, particularly in the bullpen.
- Hoyer expressed confidence in being financially able to address needs by the trade deadline.
- The Cubs average about 37,000 fans per game, ranking seventh in baseball.
- Wrigley Field ticket sales are expected to surpass 3 million attendees in 2023.
- The Cubs are considering adding a reliever, another starting pitcher, and a right-handed hitter for depth.
Sports Article 5.
Jobe Bellingham Suspended for Club World Cup After Second Yellow Card
Original Source: Hindustan Times
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 06:23:36 EST
- Jobe Bellingham received a yellow card in the 28th minute of Borussia Dortmund's 2-1 win over Monterrey at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
- Jobe Bellingham will not play against Real Madrid in the Club World Cup quarter-finals due to suspension from his second yellow card in the tournament.
- Nelson Deossa was fouled by Jobe Bellingham, resulting in the yellow card.
- Jobe Bellingham's first yellow card in the tournament was during Dortmund's 1-0 win over Ulsan HD.
- Jobe Bellingham joined Borussia Dortmund from Sunderland in June for 33 million euros.
- Jude Bellingham played for Borussia Dortmund from 2020 to 2023 before joining Real Madrid.
- Borussia Dortmund is scheduled to play against Real Madrid at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Saturday.
Sports Article 6.
San Francisco Giants Extend Manager Bob Melvin's Contract for 2026
Original Source: ArcaMax
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 05:25:01 EST
- The Giants exercised manager Bob Melvin's contract option for 2026.
- The Giants lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks, 8-2.
- Hayden Birdsong allowed four runs (three earned) over four innings.
- Patrick Bailey had two passed balls resulting in three unearned runs.
- The Giants called Wilmer Flores to play third base due to Christian Koss's injury.
- Rafael Devers has played 951 games at third base but has only been a designated hitter with Boston and San Francisco.
- Matt Chapman and Casey Schmitt are expected to return from injuries soon.
Sports Article 7.
Texas Rangers Call Up Dane Dunning; Evan Carter Placed on Bereavement List
Original Source: WTOP
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 04:27:28 EST
- The Texas Rangers recalled right-hander Dane Dunning from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday.
- The Rangers placed outfielder Evan Carter on the three-day bereavement list.
- The 1908 Detroit Tigers are the only major league team to have played five consecutive extra-inning games since 1901.
- The Texas Rangers are 1-3 during their streak of extra-inning games.
- The Rangers moved right-hander Cole Winn to Round Rock and transferred right-hander Tyler Mahle to the 60-day injured list.
- Outfielder Billy McKinney was brought up from Round Rock by the Rangers.
- Tyler Mahle last pitched on June 10, has a 2.34 ERA, and is eligible to return in early August.
Sports Article 8.
Kade Anderson and Steven Milam Named 2025 Academic All-Americans
Original Source: Sports Illustrated
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:09:26 EST
- Kade Anderson and Steven Milam from LSU have been named 2025 Academic All-Americans by the College Sports Communicators.
- Anderson is recognized as a First-Team Academic All-American, and Milam is a Third-Team Academic All-American.
- Kade Anderson is a sophomore from Madisonville, Louisiana, with a 3.67 GPA as a sport administration major.
- Anderson was named Most Outstanding Player of the 2025 College World Series and completed the season with a 12-1 record, 3.18 ERA, and 180 strikeouts.
- Steven Milam is a sophomore from Las Cruces, New Mexico, with a 3.72 GPA as a sport administration major.
- Milam was named to the 2025 College World Series All-Tournament Team and posted a .979 fielding percentage with five errors during the season.
- Milam hit .385 in NCAA Tournament games, with notable performances in the LSU games and the NCAA Baton Rouge Regional All-Tournament.
Sports Article 9.
Kurt Kittner Inducted into Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame
Original Source: The News-Gazette
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 10:03:07 EST
- Kurt Kittner was informed by Josh Whitman that he would be inducted into the Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame.
- Kittner was previously honored by his high school, Schaumburg High School, where his jersey is displayed.
- Kittner started five games in a 3-8 season as the first quarterback recruited by Illinois coach Ron Turner in 1998.
- Kittner led Illinois to the Big Ten championship in 2001.
- Kittner and his family live in the Chicago area; his wife is former Illinois tennis player Leila, and they have three children: Maya, Isla, and Carter.
- Kittner is involved in commercial real estate and coaches his son's youth football team.
- Ron Turner and Kittner's family will attend Kittner's Hall of Fame induction on October 10 and 11 at Memorial Stadium.
Sports Article 10.
Adolis García Leads Texas Rangers to 10-2 Win Over Baltimore Orioles
Original Source: ArcaMax
Original Author(s): Unknown Author
Date: 2025-07-02 | Time: 04:44:39 EST
- Adolis García hit a three-run home run in the 10th inning on Monday night against Baltimore.
- The Texas Rangers won 10-2 against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night.
- Brandon Young pitched four innings, allowing three earned runs, and striking out four before being relieved.
- Jacob deGrom struck out six batters in six innings and improved to a 9-2 record with a 2.13 ERA.
- Tomoyuki Sugano will face Nathan Eovaldi in the rubber match of the series on Wednesday.
- Jorge Mateo suffered a left hamstring strain and is out for eight to twelve weeks.
- Keagan Gillies was promoted from Double-A to Triple-A by the Baltimore Orioles.