Polymarket is reviewing its marketing practices after a Wall Street Journal report said the company paid online creators to make misleading videos showing large winnings. The report found many videos used fake trades and did not reflect actual user results on the platform. Polymarket says it is auditing its promotional content to ensure it meets legal and company standards.
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The Wall Street Journal analyzed over 1,100 TikTok videos and found many showed fake trades on imitation Polymarket sites.
Videos falsely depicted customers winning about $1.9 million, but actual trades showed losses.
Social media creators were paid to make these misleading videos, and marketing contractors helped spread them widely.
One example showed a student winning $100,000 on a bet involving President Trump, but real bets on the platform all lost.
Polymarket states it is the leading prediction market and is conducting a full audit of its ads to meet legal rules.
The company allows bets on events like elections, sports, and weather, but faces prior scrutiny over insider trading allegations.
Regulators banned Polymarket’s U.S. operations in 2022 for operating without registration but later allowed a limited, invite-only U.S. platform.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have not publicly commented on this latest report.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation following public dissatisfaction with the economy and immigration policies. Andy Burnham, former Mayor of Manchester, won a local election and is seen as the likely new prime minister, with Labour hoping he can regain voter support in key areas.
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Keir Starmer resigned as British Prime Minister less than two years after winning the general election.
Starmer promised an orderly transition with a new prime minister expected by September 2026.
Andy Burnham recently stepped down as Mayor of Manchester after about ten years and won a local parliamentary seat in Makerfield.
Makerfield is a working-class, traditionally Labour-supporting area that voted heavily for Brexit in 2016.
Labour has been losing support in similar areas to right-wing parties like Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Burnham’s election win surprised many and gave hope for Labour to reconnect with voters ahead of the next national elections.
Burnham has positioned himself as an alternative to Starmer, criticizing Labour leadership while building his national profile.
Burnham warned against adopting highly polarized American-style politics, emphasizing the need for community cooperation in the U.K.
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A woman named Makalea and her three siblings all had Lyme disease but did not get diagnosed for many years because they never had the typical bull’s-eye rash. Their dog, Molly, showed the rash and was diagnosed quickly, highlighting how Lyme disease can be hard to detect without this sign. The family wants others to know that Lyme disease can still be present even if the rash is missing.
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Makalea and her three siblings had Lyme disease with no bull’s-eye rash.
Their dog, Molly, showed the rash and was diagnosed quickly by a vet.
Makalea experienced intense joint pain as a teenager, a symptom of Lyme disease.
The family’s Lyme disease diagnosis took about a decade after their dog’s diagnosis.
The siblings were also diagnosed with other infections linked to ticks, including Bartonella, Babesia, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Lyme disease does not always cause the typical rash, contrary to common belief.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can include fever, fatigue, headaches, and swollen lymph nodes.
Makalea is now about 90% recovered after long treatment, hoping their story will help others get diagnosed sooner.
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Clive Davis, a legendary music industry executive known for discovering and guiding many top artists, has died at age 94. He played a key role in the success of stars like Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, and Alicia Keys during his long career.
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Clive Davis was 94 years old when he passed away in his Manhattan apartment.
He was a lawyer turned music industry executive and a powerful figure in the record business.
Davis helped start or revive the careers of famous musicians such as Janis Joplin, Whitney Houston, Carlos Santana, and Alicia Keys.
He signed Whitney Houston when she was a teenager and guided her to become a top pop star.
Davis remained influential into his 80s, working with artists across many music styles and generations.
He was chief creative officer at Sony Music and previously led the Arista record label.
Earlier in 2024, he was hospitalized for an upper respiratory problem but was released after a few days.
His family described him as a visionary who shaped music culture and mentored many major artists over decades.
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A new study shows that many countries, including Mexico, Italy, and Kenya, are experiencing one to two more months of heat stress each year compared to the 1970s. The rising heat and humidity make it harder for people to cool down, increasing health risks during heat waves.
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Heat stress means how hot it feels to people, considering temperature, humidity, and wind.
The study used the Universal Thermal Climate Index to measure human heat stress.
Some regions have gained up to 50 extra days of strong heat stress annually since the 1970s.
Southern Europe, including Italy and Spain, faces almost a full month more of strong heat stress days.
Parts of the U.S., like Texas and Florida, experience 15 to 25 days of very strong heat stress each year now.
Humid heat is especially dangerous because it stops sweat from cooling the body effectively.
Heat stress seasons are getting longer, adding to the risk for people living in these areas.
The increase in heat stress is linked to global warming caused by burning coal, oil, and gas.
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Andy Burnham is expected to become the next British prime minister after Keir Starmer announced he will resign when a new leader is chosen. Burnham received quick support from members of the Labour Party, reducing the chance of a fight for leadership.
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Keir Starmer, current leader of the Labour Party, will resign soon.
Andy Burnham is a member of the Labour Party.
Burnham is likely to replace Starmer as prime minister.
Burnham is 56 years old.
He quickly gained support from Labour Party leaders.
This support helps avoid a long or contentious leadership contest.
The change will affect the leadership of the British government.
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The US Supreme Court has reinstated the murder conviction of Pedro Hernandez in the case of Etan Patz, a boy who disappeared in New York City in 1979. Hernandez was originally convicted in 2017, but his conviction was overturned by a lower appeals court before the Supreme Court reversed that decision.
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Etan Patz disappeared at age six in 1979 while walking to a school bus stop in Manhattan.
Pedro Hernandez worked at a nearby convenience store and was identified as a suspect in 2012.
Hernandez confessed to kidnapping and murdering Patz and was convicted in 2017, receiving a sentence of 25 years to life.
The conviction was overturned by the US Court of Appeals because of a judge's explanation to the jury about Hernandez’s confessions.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to reinstate Hernandez’s conviction, stating the appeals court overstepped its authority.
Hernandez’s lawyers argued their client’s confession was false and that he has mental illness.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg supports the Supreme Court’s decision and the pursuit of justice for Etan Patz and his family.
Hernandez’s first trial in 2015 ended in a mistrial due to a hung jury.
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President Donald Trump will visit the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota, on July 1, just before it opens to the public on July 4. The library honors the 26th president and is part of U.S. celebrations for 250 years since the Declaration of Independence.
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President Trump is scheduled to visit the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library on July 1, 2024.
The library officially opens to the public on July 4, 2024.
The library is located in Medora, North Dakota, where Roosevelt spent time recovering after family losses.
The library cost about $450 million, mostly funded by private donations and some state financial support.
Designed by Norwegian firm Snøhetta, the building blends into the prairie and Badlands environment and is carbon-neutral.
The library includes outdoor exhibits and interactive technology, like an AI archive and a digital Roosevelt.
Theodore Roosevelt did not have a presidential library during his lifetime; the system was started by his distant relative Franklin D. Roosevelt.
The visit is part of the Freedom 250 initiative, celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence.
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Clive Davis, a famous music executive who helped launch the careers of many well-known singers like Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, died at 94. He worked at Columbia and Arista Records, signing many top artists and shaping popular music for decades.
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Clive Davis died at the age of 94 after recovering from respiratory problems at home in New York.
He was born in Brooklyn on April 4, 1932, and graduated from Harvard Law School.
Davis started working at Columbia Records at age 28 with no music background but learned about copyright and contracts through night classes.
He became vice president and then president of Columbia Records in the 1960s.
Davis signed and supported stars like Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin, Santana, and many others.
He spent years developing Whitney Houston’s career and helped shape her debut album with several number-one hits.
Davis made key creative decisions, like starting Houston’s hit “I Will Always Love You” with a long a capella section.
He helped revitalize artists’ careers, including Santana’s successful 1999 album *Supernatural*.
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Kenya’s Health Minister Aden Duale was found guilty of ignoring a court order that stopped the construction of a US-funded Ebola quarantine center in Nanyuki. The quarantine site is meant for US citizens suspected of having Ebola from the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but the project sparked deadly protests and legal battles over public health risks.
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The High Court in Kenya stopped building the 50-bed Ebola isolation center at a military base in Nanyuki until a rights group’s case was heard.
Minister Aden Duale allowed construction to continue despite the court order and was found guilty of contempt of court.
Protests against the center resulted in three deaths, including a 17-year-old boy who was shot during police efforts to control the crowd.
The quarantine center is intended for US citizens suspected of having Ebola from the outbreak in DR Congo.
The Katiba Institute warned the center posed serious health risks and filed the court case to stop construction.
Kenya’s health ministry claimed ongoing work was only by the Kenyan government and not in violation of the court order, but the judge disagreed.
President William Ruto supports the quarantine center, saying the US requested it and refusing would be "inhuman."
The US plans to provide $13.5 million to Kenya as part of a larger $112 million effort for regional Ebola response.
Kenya has not recorded any Ebola cases, while DR Congo has over 1,000 confirmed cases and Uganda has 20 confirmed cases so far.
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Congo’s Ministry of Health has confirmed over 1,000 cases of Ebola in the country. Most cases and deaths have occurred in the Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces.
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There are 1,003 confirmed Ebola cases in Congo.
The total number of deaths reported is 254.
Most Ebola cases are in the Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces.
Health workers are concerned about a displacement camp in Ituri, where the disease could spread further.
The outbreak is ongoing and officials continue to monitor the situation.
Ebola is a severe viral disease that can cause widespread illness and death.
Efforts to control the outbreak include tracking cases and providing care to the sick.
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A federal judge decided that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro can continue working on the case involving Cole Allen, the person accused of shooting near the White House Correspondents’ dinner. The judge rejected Cole Allen’s request to remove these officials from the case.
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Cole Allen is accused of shooting near the White House Correspondents’ dinner.
He asked the court to stop Todd Blanche and Jeanine Pirro from working on his case.
Todd Blanche is the acting Attorney General.
Jeanine Pirro is the U.S. Attorney involved in the case.
A federal judge denied this request on Monday.
The judge said past similar situations supported keeping the officials involved.
The officials had attended the correspondents’ dinner and made public statements after the event.
The court found these facts did not create a conflict requiring their removal.
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The Department of Energy is leading a project called the Genesis Mission to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help clean up the environment in the United States. This mission aims to speed up the process of removing pollution and restoring natural areas using new AI tools.
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The Genesis Mission is a project by the U.S. Department of Energy.
It uses artificial intelligence to assist in environmental cleanup efforts.
AI helps identify pollution and plan cleanup more quickly.
The mission focuses on restoring natural sites across America.
This project is considered a major scientific effort of the current generation.
AI tools improve the ability to analyze large amounts of environmental data.
The initiative supports President Donald Trump’s environmental goals.
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President Donald Trump’s approach of acting quickly and dealing with consequences later has led to problems. Examples include issues with the Reflecting Pool renovation and the Iran deal, causing concerns about his judgment and responsibility among Americans.
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President Trump uses a "get things done and worry about the fallout later" style.
This approach has caused several failures.
Two examples mentioned are the Reflecting Pool renovation and the Iran deal.
These issues have made some Americans question his competence.
Concerns have also been raised about his accountability.
Questions exist about his judgment in handling important matters.
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Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right millionaire lawyer, was elected Colombia’s next president, narrowly defeating a leftwing senator. His victory marks a shift to the right after Colombia’s first leftist president and has raised concerns about the future of democracy and human rights in the country.
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De la Espriella is a millionaire lawyer known for defending paramilitary leaders and has never held public office before.
He won the presidential election by a small margin of around 250,000 votes out of 41 million voters.
He follows a strong far-right political agenda, promising to use lethal force against criminals and protesters.
His campaign drew inspiration from leaders like U.S. President Donald Trump, El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele, and Brazil’s Bolsonaro family.
De la Espriella plans major state reforms, including shrinking government size by 40%, which some experts warn could worsen economic and security problems.
He opposes abortion and LGBTQ+ rights and wants Colombia to leave the inter-American human rights system.
His election is part of a broader wave of far-right movements gaining power across Latin America.
Critics fear his presidency threatens Colombia’s democratic institutions and civil rights protections.
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A strong El Niño weather pattern has developed in the Pacific Ocean and may raise food and energy prices in the coming months. Experts warn it could disrupt farming, supply chains, and increase costs for households worldwide.
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NOAA announced El Niño conditions formed on June 11, with a 63% chance it will become very strong.
El Niño means unusually warm ocean waters in the tropical Pacific, affecting global weather patterns.
This can cause floods, storms, droughts, and heatwaves, which harm crops and infrastructure.
Past strong El Niños have caused major economic losses, like $5.7 trillion globally in 1997-98.
The World Bank warns the 2016 El Niño caused $327 million in crop losses.
A very strong El Niño could change electricity demand, increasing summer cooling costs and altering heating use in the US.
Rising fertilizer prices and food shortages due to El Niño may worsen inflation and affect food markets worldwide.
Developing countries may suffer most as they spend more on food and face larger risks from supply disruptions.
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Canada’s inflation rate rose to 3.2% in May, the highest in nearly 29 months, mainly because oil prices increased due to tensions between the US and Iran. The rise in fuel costs affected transportation and food prices, but recent news about a US-Iran agreement may help lower oil prices and inflation soon.
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Canada’s inflation hit 3.2% in May, above the Bank of Canada’s 1%-3% target range.
Petrol prices increased by 33.2% compared to last year, the biggest rise since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Transportation costs rose 9% in May due to higher fuel prices.
Food prices went up 3.8%, with fresh fruit up 5.3% and vegetables up 9%.
Shelter costs increased by 1.7% in May, with a slight decline in mortgage costs.
The Bank of Canada views the rise in energy prices as a temporary effect, not leading to wide inflation.
An interim peace deal between the US and Iran reopened a key oil shipping route, causing oil prices to drop in June.
Economists see May as likely the peak for inflation but warn that oil price risks remain if tensions grow again.
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Parts of England and Wales will face extreme heat this week, with temperatures possibly reaching 40°C, according to a rare red heat warning from the Met Office. The high temperatures, combined with humidity, could cause serious health risks, travel disruptions, and other problems.
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The red heat warning will be in effect from 9:00 AM Wednesday to 9:00 PM Thursday.
Areas affected include London, the Midlands, south-east Wales, and southern England.
Temperatures could reach up to 40°C, close to the UK's record of 40.3°C set in 2022.
The UK Health Security Agency also issued red health warnings covering several regions during this period.
Some schools plan to close early or relax uniform rules due to the heat.
Authorities warn of serious health risks and urge people to take safety measures.
Travel disruptions are expected on roads and railways due to high temperatures.
Fire safety officials remind people to be cautious near open water and outdoor spaces to prevent wildfires and accidents.
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Thousands of people in Tirana, Albania have protested for 21 days against a planned luxury resort backed by Jared Kushner and other investors on a coastal area with natural and historical importance. The protests have grown into a broader movement against alleged government corruption and a lack of transparency about the project and other issues.
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The protests focus on plans to build a luxury tourism complex on Sazan Island and the Pishë Poro-Narta coastline.
Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law, is one of the investors involved in the project.
The resort could include 800 guest rooms, villas, a golf course, a casino, a water park, and apartments.
The project is still in the design phase, with developers saying they aim to protect the environment.
Other backers include the Qatar-based Assets Group, led by brothers with ties to the Qatari royal family and Washington.
Corporate records show the main development company was registered in Qatar and controlled through a group of shell companies in the Netherlands.
Albanian activists say there was no public consultation and criticize the government’s secrecy and alleged corruption.
These protests are among the biggest in Albania since the end of its communist era in 1991.
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Clive Davis, a famous music executive who helped many well-known artists, has died at 94. He passed away peacefully at his home in New York due to age-related illness, surrounded by family.
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Clive Davis died at age 94 from an illness related to aging.
He passed away at his home in Manhattan with family present.
Davis was a five-time Grammy Award winner.
He helped launch and guide famous artists like Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen, and Whitney Houston.
Davis started his career as a lawyer before joining Columbia Records.
He became head of Columbia Records without formal music training.
He signed major artists including Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Billy Joel, and Earth Wind and Fire.
Other music professionals praised him for respecting artists and focusing on their success.
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