Press review · Thursday, 3 July 2025
03 July 2025
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Gaza: Hamas says it is consulting other groups on ceasefire plan
The US president says he expects to know soon whether Hamas has agreed to a proposal for a 60-day truce.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Game on: Republicans, Democrats trade fire over Big Beautiful Bill in 2026 battle for Congress
Minutes after House Republicans gave Trump's Big, Beautiful bill final congressional passage, the messaging wars between the GOP and Democrats flared, ahead of 2026 midterm elections.
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cnet.com Tech ·
Walmart Clears Out 4K Onn Roku TVs From Just $74 in This Massive July 4th Deal
Walmart is blowing out its remaining stock of Roku-powered TVs, and that means you can get one at a discount.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
US and Ukraine to work on strengthening air defences, Zelenskyy says, after call Trump says was ‘meaningful’ – as it happened
All-night attack on Kyiv followed conversation between US president and Putin
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tomsguide.com Tech ·
These 7 AI prompts will instantly boost your results — here’s how
This is how you get better results
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
An Oklahoma pediatrician is accused of staging her daughter's accidental death in Florida
Dr. Neha Gupta said her daughter was found unresponsive in a pool, authorities said. The medical examiner's office said she appeared to have been smothered.
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usatoday.com Top stories ·
Trump has big plans for Fourth of July 2026. What we know about America’s 250th.
America celebrates its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. In honor, President Donald Trump launched America250. Here's what we know.
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androidauthority.com Tech ·
Leakers clash over what Google's thinking for Pixel 10 color options
With Google expected to launch the Pixel 10 series in just a little over a month, we're closing in on the color lineup to expect.
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gizmodo.com Tech ·
Apple Suddenly Drops AirPods Max Below Its Black Friday Price for Everyone, Not Just for Prime Members
Enjoy the best Apple AirPods money can buy, but for less.
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9to5mac.com Tech ·
Rumor Replay: New MacBook with iPhone chip, Apple Glasses, more - 9to5Mac
This week’s Rumor Replay column covers Apple’s forthcoming MacBook with an iPhone chip, plus Apple Glasses, an iPad Pro redesign, and more.
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pbs.org Top stories ·
ICE arrests boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. for deportation to Mexico, federal officials say
Famed Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. has been arrested for entering the United States illegally and will be deported to Mexico, where he faces organized crime charges, U.S. federal officials said Thursday.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Musk backs Sen. Paul's criticism of Trump's megabill in first comment since it passed
Musk has blasted President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," calling out the potential for the spending package to increase the national debt.
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nj.com Top stories ·
State of emergency declared in N.J. town after powerful storms topple trees, cause widespread damage
Most of the damage was reported in Plainfield, North Plainfield and South Plainfield.
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theverge.com Top stories ·
Some patriotic reflections on Independence Day
Look at me. I’m the originalist, now.
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deadline.com Top stories ·
Michael Madsen Remembered: The ‘Reservoir Dogs’ Actor On His Journey From Gas Station Attendant To Hollywood Tough Guy: “I Was An Impatient Cat”
Michael Madsen remembered: The ‘Reservoir Dogs’ actor on his journey from pumping gas to Hollywood tough guy: “I Was An Impatient Cat”
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vanityfair.com Top stories ·
“I’ll Think About It.” Andy Beshear Mulls 2028 Run While Raging Against Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”
The mild-mannered Kentucky governor tells VF, “There’s nothing beautiful about” the controversial legislation.
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Apple's New M4 MacBook Air Hits All-Time Low for 4th of July, Stock Might Be Gone If You Wait Until Prime Day
Apple's elite-level M4 processor makes this 13-inch MacBook one of the very best laptops available anywhere, especially when the price is cut down by 15%.
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npr.org Top stories ·
What freedom means to NPR readers. And, the secret to a perfect July 4 pasta salad
It's the Fourth of July, and to commemorate the holiday, the Up First newsletter asked readers to share what freedom means to them. And, this one secret will give you the perfect summer pasta salad.
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Discussions ongoing about new party, says Jeremy Corbyn
It comes after ex-Labour MP Zarah Sultana said she was quitting the party to co-found a new party with Corbyn.
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vaticannews.va Top stories ·
US Bishops express deep concern over final passage of Budget Bill - Vatican News
Following the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by the U.S. Congress, the President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops expresses ...
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9to5google.com Tech ·
Galaxy S26 Ultra battery rumors suggest a familiar capacity, faster charging speeds
It seems like Samsung is once again keeping its flagship's battery capacity at just 5,000mAh, but with a speedier charging rate.
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vox.com Top stories ·
The most surprising victim of Trump’s terrible tax agenda
The president’s “big, beautiful bill” just got worse.
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thestar.com Top stories ·
Russia launches largest missile and drone barrage on Kyiv since war in Ukraine began
Russia launched 550 drones and missiles across Ukraine during the night, the country’s air force said.
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foxweather.com Top stories ·
'Deadly flood wave' moving down Texas' Guadalupe River amid Flash Flood Emergency
South Central Texas was hit by historic rain on Friday morning, triggering a "deadly flood wave," and leading to two Flash Flood Emergencies amid widespread high-water and home rescues throughout the affected areas.
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pcgamer.com Tech ·
Destiny 2 just got weird: Launch trailer leans hard into time travel and looks more like a Control crossover
Edge of Fate might be light on new activities, but at least the campaign sets up a cool mystery.
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rockpapershotgun.com Tech ·
MindsEye director reportedly says the studio will relaunch the game, as around 300 staff are at risk of being laid off
MindsEye director Leslie Benzies has reportedly told staff the studio will relaunch the game, around the time about 300 workers are at risk of being laid off.
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purexbox.com Tech ·
Former Xbox Dev Claims Turn 10's Forza Motorsport Team 'Is No More'
"A very sad day"
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gothamist.com Top stories ·
Gov. Hochul’s press secretary was scrutinized months before sexual harassment complaint
Avi Small was placed on leave last week amid a harassment complaint.
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yahoo.com Top stories ·
Missing doctor who left cruise ship in Alaska to take a hike found dead
Marites Buenafe, originally from Kentucky, told her family she'd disembarked from the Norwegian Bliss for a hike. She never came back to the ship.
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eurogamer.net Tech ·
Joanna Dark actor asks fans to call for Perfect Dark to be saved, as Adam Jensen's actor details financial loss due to cancellation
Johanna Dark actor Alix Wilton Regan has implored fans to use their voices to save Perfect Dark.
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deccanherald.com Top stories ·
Evening Brief Highlights: India on Dalai Lama's Successor, Vijay Named TVK CM Face, Trade Talks Near Deadline
Evening News Wrap: India backs religious freedom, Vijay to lead TVK in TN, India-US trade deal expected by July 9, key arrests in Nettaru case.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Abrego Garcia says he was severely beaten in Salvadoran prison
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported from the U.S. in March, says he was brutally beaten and subjected to psychological torture while held in one of El Salvador's most notorious prisons.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Man indicted on murder charge 42 years after his ex-girlfriend disappeared
Teresa Peroni, 27, vanished on July 3, 1983, in Oregon after an argument with her former boyfriend, who is now 72 and living in California.
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abcnews.go.com Top stories ·
LGBTQ, legal groups slam UPenn for 'caving' to Trump's trans athlete ban
The University of Pennsylvania decided to ban transgender female athletes from competing in women's sports.
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hindustantimes.com Top stories ·
Govt does not take position on matters of religion: MEA on Dalai Lama's successor
The MEA's response comes two days after the Dalai Lama said that a trust of Tibetan Buddhists will have the sole authority to recognise his future reincarnation
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engadget.com Tech ·
Amazon Prime Day 2025: The best early deals live before the sale, plus everything else you need to know
Prime Day is coming back (again) this year; here's what you need to know and the best deals live now.
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formula1.com Top stories ·
Hamilton sets the pace in FP1 at Silverstone
Lewis Hamilton has topped the timesheets during Friday’s first practice session at the British Grand Prix, the seven-time World Champion leading the way from fellow Briton Lando Norris at his home event.
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Akon City: Wakanda-style $6bn project abandoned by Senegal
Something more realistic will replace ambitious plans dreamt up by singer Akon, officials tell the BBC.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Trump uses antisemitic slur in remarks promoting his 'big, beautiful bill'
Speaking at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, the president used the word "Shylocks" when talking about bankers lending money to family farms.
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haaretz.com Top stories ·
Hamas to submit response to cease-fire proposal later Friday, diplomatic source estimates
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abc7.com Top stories ·
Man dead, woman critically injured after fireworks explosion sets homes on fire in Pacoima
A man was killed and a woman left in critical condition after a fireworks explosion set multiple homes on fire in Pacoima Thursday night.
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independent.co.uk Top stories ·
Photos show the damage after the latest missile and drone strike targeting Kyiv
Kyiv was targeted with waves of drone and missile attacks overnight into Friday in the largest aerial assault since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began more than three years ago, officials said, amid a renewed Russian push to capture more of its neighbor’s land.
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'Selling' the megabill: Republicans tout taxes, Democrats point to Medicaid cuts
Republicans see a lot to celebrate, but Democrats are hoping to build momentum leading into the 2026 midterms.
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wral.com Top stories ·
Photos show the damage after the latest missile and drone strike targeting Kyiv
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Kyiv was targeted with waves of drone and missile attacks overnight into Friday in the largest aerial assault since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began more than three years ago, officials said, amid a renewed Russian push to capture more of its neighbor’s land.
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
Missing doctor who left cruise ship in Alaska to take a hike found dead
Marites Buenafe, originally from Kentucky, told her family she'd disembarked from the Norwegian Bliss for a hike. She never came back to the ship.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
'Devastating' fatal storms hit Northeast ahead of Fourth of July weekend celebrations
A state of emergency was declared in Plainfield, New Jersey, and the city urged residents to remain indoors and stay off the roads.
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mprnews.org Top stories ·
Minnesota counties worry about cost shifts from Trump's big bill
Minnesota is one of 10 states where counties administer Medicaid and SNAP benefits. St. Louis County estimates it will have to pay an additional $16.4 million to be able to continue providing benefits to residents.
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theconversation.com Top stories ·
Astronomers have spied an interstellar object zooming through the Solar System
An object dubbed 3I/ATLAS is only the third interloper from outside the Solar System seen in all of human history.
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iOS 26’s new Liquid Glass design looks like a major win for Apple - 9to5Mac
Apple has a new Liquid Glass design coming to iOS 26 and its other platforms, and I think it could prove a huge win for the company.
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purexbox.com Tech ·
Perfect Dark Developer Responds To 'Big Controversy' Over 2024 Gameplay Trailer
"It's annoying me, so I wanted to say something."