Press review · Monday, 29 June 2026
29 June 2026
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abc7.com Top stories ·
Instagram chief takes the stand in a trial pitting Meta against states over social media harms
Adam Mosseri, the Meta executive at the helm of Instagram, defended the platform's safety record in testimony Tuesday.
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nypost.com Top stories ·
Surrogate McKenna West breaks down describing abortion procedure at over 20 weeks during court battle with baby’s biological parents
McKenna West gave an emotional testimony about the late-term procedure during a court hearing Tuesday on whether a temporary restraining order preventing her from making decisions about the critica…
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apnews.com Top stories ·
In a divided America, the left and right unite to oppose artificial intelligence data centers
In the small Nebraska village of Murdock, now-paused plans for two potential data centers have sparked the kinds of debates that have raged in cities and towns across the country.
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opb.org Top stories ·
Forest Grove killings were premeditated, began as domestic violence, investigators say
Investigators believe the quintuple homicide outside Forest Grove over the weekend started as a case of domestic violence that spawned into multiple killings, they said at a press conference Tuesday.
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bostonherald.com Top stories ·
Prosecutors’ docs argue against Lindsay Clancy postpartum psychosis claim
Jurors heard from two of the prosecution’s expert witnesses Tuesday as Lindsay Clancy’s triple murder trial nears its end.
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abcnews.com Top stories ·
Americans reported among hundreds missing in Nepal floods, tourism board says
At least three American tourists were reported among a "preliminary" toll of 384 missing people following serious flash flooding in Nepal.
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theverge.com Top stories ·
Bill Gates is deeply worried about AI, and he’s no longer staying quiet
Microsoft’s cofounder used to be optimistic about AI, now he’s concerned it could be ‘the worst source of injustice.’
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
California couple confront their surrogate in a Texas court as dispute over newborn escalates
The hearing offered the fullest public airing to date of a deepening and high-profile dispute over surrogacy and abortion that has rushed right-to-life groups and GOP officeholders to the side of the surrogate.
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space.com Top stories ·
Partial lunar eclipse Aug. 27-28 live updates — 1 day to go
Follow our live coverage as we count down to the best lunar eclipse until December 2028, with the latest news, viewing tips and live updates.
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npr.org Top stories ·
8 dead, hundreds missing as Nepal avalanche triggers flash floods
The disaster is linked to climate change, with experts noting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Fed’s preferred inflation gauge shows core prices rose 3.3% annually in July
The personal consumption expenditures price index was expected to rise 0.1% monthly and 3.6% on a 12-month basis, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.
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6abc.com Top stories ·
Officials warn of 'severity of the illness' after first Pennsylvania measles deaths in decades
The U.S. has now seen five measles-associated deaths in the last two years - more than the combined total of reported deaths over the previous three decades
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Hundreds missing, including 291 foreign tourists, after deadly flash flood on Nepal-Tibet border
In Tibet, CCTV captured a wall of mud and water hitting a border crossing. The missing in Nepal include more than 100 from India and 12 from the UK.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Election live updates: Darline Graham wins Senate GOP primary runoff in South Carolina
Get live updates and the latest news on the 2026 election and the Trump administration as Trump-backed Sen. Darline Graham wins South Carolina’s GOP primary runoff.
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NASA's Roman Space Telescope will reveal the universe in a way the JWST and Hubble cannot
"The images it captures will be so large there is not a screen in existence large enough to show them."
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ms.now Top stories ·
RFK Jr. praised Lancaster County’s low vaccine rate in 2021. Now, 2 people are dead from measles.
There have been 393 confirmed cases of measles in Pennsylvania this year and 70 people have been hospitalized from the viral disease.
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whyy.org Top stories ·
‘Pre-election chaos’: SCOTUS lifts block on Trump order, prompting new questions for Pa.
The ruling creates uncertainty weeks ahead of the 2026 midterms. Here’s what that means for Pennsylvania voters.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Trump admin pauses visa appointments worldwide amid heightened screening for applicants
The State Department paused all visa interviews at embassies and consulates worldwide as officers undergo training on new public charge guidance.
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bostonglobe.com Top stories ·
25 percent of ex-NFL players died with CTE, new study says. The players’ union deems it ‘a call to action.’ - The Boston Globe
The study’s lead author called the findings a “wake-up call” for the NFL and scientific communities.
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mezha.net Top stories ·
Meta Scrapped a Second Layoff Wave After Its AI Reorganization Ran Into Problems | Ukraine news - #Mezha
Meta canceled a planned second layoff wave after its AI restructuring triggered employee backlash, productivity concerns, security incidents, and doubts about the pace of AI progress.
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Masked man accused of terrorizing people in Philadelphia arrested in Las Vegas
The suspect accused of terrorizing Philadelphia residents while wearing a creepy mask has been arrested in Nevada, authorities announced Tuesday.
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At least 8 killed and hundreds missing after avalanche triggers deadly flash floods in Nepal
An avalanche of ice and rock has triggered massive flash floods in Nepal, killing at least eight people and causing widespread damage.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Grocers issue warning over Mamdani’s taxpayer-backed stores: 'We're going to go after' them
Frank Garcia's coalition threatens to sue any operator joining Zohran Mamdani's NYC government-owned grocery store program in new legal fight.
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mynews4.com Top stories ·
Hawk Fire destroys North Valleys homes, leaving families to rebuild from ashes
The Hawk Fire left a trail of devastation across the North Valleys, destroying homes and forcing families to confront the loss of decades of memories.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Dolly Parton's life in her own words: from Smoky Mountains poverty to country music immortality
Dolly Parton's life in her own words reveals her Smoky Mountains childhood, faith, marriage to Carl Dean and her views on aging and what comes after.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
‘Major casualties’ feared after flash floods along Nepal-Tibet border
Death toll of nine likely to rise as floods and mudslide sweep away houses, roads, bridges and power projects
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NJ diner outraged after upscale restaurant serves her dessert with offensive birthday message
A New Jersey singer-songwriter was left spasming in anger when an upscale restaurant served her birthday dessert with a baffling message mentioning her wheelchair.
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Lindsey Graham's sister wins Republican primary to contest Senate seat in November
The Trump-backed candidate, whose brother Lindsey Graham died in July, has never previously run for elected office.
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skysports.com Top stories ·
PGA Tour chief executive questions 'concerning' Good Good Golf video showing woman pushed over in new driver promo
Content creator Good Good Golf posted and then deleted a video for a Callaway driver last week that has been accused of portraying violence against women; PGA Tour chief executive Brian Rolapp discussed the video and their actions ahead of the Tour Championship
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theedgemalaysia.com Top stories ·
Tech: The rise and fall of Situational Awareness’ whizkid
WHAT do you call a 24-year-old with no previous experience in the financial services industry who runs a US$45 billion (RM184 billion) hedge fund? Some might describe him as a whizkid while others might view the German-born, early-career high achiever as more of a wunderkind. In late 2024, Leopol...
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CIA chief held talks with Russian intelligence services, Kremlin says
John Ratcliffe travelled to the Russian capital on Tuesday in a rare and unannounced visit.
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Fire in a hospital nursery kills 14 newborns in Pakistan's capital
Officials say a fire triggered by an exploding air conditioner has killed 14 newborns in a hospital nursery in Pakistan’s capital.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Mortgage rates hit highest level in 3 weeks, weakening demand further
Mortgage rates rose again last week causing demand for both refinances and purchase loans to drop. Rates climbed to their highest level in three weeks.
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today.com Top stories ·
Dolly Parton Died of Cancer, Spokesperson Says. Here’s Everything We Know
The music icon died on Aug. 25 at the age of 80.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Man seen in Philadelphia wearing creepy, Chucky-style mask is arrested in Las Vegas, authorities say
An arrest warrant was issued in Philadelphia after a masked man chased a jogger there and said, “Are you ready to die?” Authorities say he wanted to boost his social media views.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Lindsay Clancy trial live updates: Testimony resumes after forensic psychiatrist claims ‘inconsistencies’
The presentation of evidence is expected to conclude today in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who killed her three young children — Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months — at their home in January 2023.
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Sophie Cunningham sparked a revolt — and the WNBA bullies are floundering
The WNBA has an agenda, and isn’t women’s basketball. Every fan ejection and covered-up T-shirt reveals what the league truly values: ideological compliance.
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fortune.com Top stories ·
Scott Bessent, Stanley Druckenmiller and a hedge-fund legend hoist on his own petard | Fortune
The protege, the mentor, and a hedge-fund global macro strategy turned against its own pioneer as the bond vigilantes ride again.
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post-gazette.com Top stories ·
USDA certified? Comments suggest beef deal not quite cooked
WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on Tuesday distanced herself from President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement last week...
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ksl.com Top stories ·
Utah lawmakers join criticism of WNBA's stance on transgender athletes
Utah Sen. Mike Lee and Rep. Burgess Owens have recently joined the fray of voices criticizing the WNBA.
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The Dog Stars review – Ridley Scott’s lethargic postapocalyptic drama is a misfire
An adaptation of Peter Heller’s 2012 novel never finds its footing with overly familiar survival beats and a glum lack of energy
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Mamdani extends pied-à-terre tax exemption deadline — while admitting 1,200 New Yorkers were notified by mistake
The Mamdani administration admitted it mistakenly told more than 1,000 New Yorkers that they could get hit with a pied-à-terre tax bill unless they proved otherwise, according to new court document…
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businessinsider.com Top stories ·
Nvidia is the final boss of tech earnings. These 3 questions could decide the AI trade's next move.
Investors are watching Nvidia's outlook on AI demand, customer financing, and rising memory costs.
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Bill Gates calls for ‘human reserved’ jobs in face of AI takeover
Microsoft co-founder also expresses concern governments not prepared for technology’s impact in 6,000-word essay
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weather.com Top stories ·
Atlantic hurricane season waking up: Dolly could soon form
It's closer to Africa right now than anywhere else. But is the latest east Atlantic disturbance a threat, or another El Niño casualty?
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aljazeera.com Top stories ·
One US dollar now costs 2 million rials in Iran, and here’s what it can buy
Sanctions and the US-Israel war on Iran have left the country's people unable to keep pace with rising prices.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Trump-endorsed candidate clears key hurdle in red state gubernatorial race
Mike Mazzei secured Trump's endorsement and defeated Gentner Drummond in Oklahoma's GOP governor runoff, promising to eliminate the state's income tax.
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ign.com Top stories ·
Xbox Design Chief Carl Ledbetter Explains How a Famous Ikea Bookcase Secretly Shaped Console Designs for Years Ahead of New Collaboration Line
Xbox design chief Carl Ledbetter reveals how an Ikea bookcase inspired the console’s design, as Xbox and Ikea launch the new YXSTABY furniture line.
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independent.co.uk Top stories ·
Dolly Parton latest: Family disclose cause of death as tributes pour in
The singer, who was known for timeless hits including ‘9 to 5’ and ‘Jolene,’ wrote more than 3,000 songs across her illustrious career
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sports.yahoo.com Top stories ·
Vikings, Raiders Get Major Trade Idea Amid Ashton Jeanty Injury
The Minnesota Vikings might have a piece that could interest the Las Vegas Raiders, who are likely to miss Ashton Jeanty at the start of the season; how many games that will be remains a mystery. Jeanty left practice on Aug. 23 with an injury, and at first many feared that it was a knee […] The post Vikings, Raiders Get Major Trade Idea Amid Ashton Jeanty Injury appeared first on HEAVY.