A Secret Service employee, Marquez Christopher Pinder, has been charged with attempted manslaughter in connection with a hazing incident involving a fraternity alumni group in Florida. The incident resulted in serious injuries to two victims, including a University of Miami law student and a Miami-Dade Fire Rescue worker.
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Marquez Christopher Pinder, a 29-year-old Secret Service employee, was arrested for attempted manslaughter related to a hazing event in April 2026 in Sweetwater, Florida.
Two other men, Lamar James and Elijah Delano Dyous, were also arrested in the case.
The hazing involved beating with canes and paddles over four days at two locations.
One victim, a law student at the University of Miami, suffered kidney failure and underwent surgery.
The second victim is a Miami-Dade Fire Rescue employee who needed critical medical care.
The charges include attempted manslaughter, aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, causing great bodily harm, and hazing with a deadly weapon, all felonies.
The University of Miami stated that Pinder is not affiliated with the school or its fraternity chapter.
Pinder has been placed on administrative leave while the investigation continues, and the Secret Service is cooperating with local law enforcement.
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The movie "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" focuses on Peter Parker dealing with loneliness and personal challenges after important changes in his life. Unlike previous films that featured surprising events and multiple characters, this movie has a quieter, more emotional story about growing up.
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Peter Parker (Spider-Man) sounds more like a native New Yorker in this film.
The story takes place four years after "Spider-Man: No Way Home."
In the previous movie, Peter's girlfriend MJ lost all memory of him to save the world.
Peter now lives alone in a plain apartment and mourns Aunt May’s death.
MJ and Peter’s friend Ned are attending MIT and having fun, separate from Peter.
The movie is less action-packed compared to past films, focusing more on character emotions.
Actor Jon Bernthal plays The Punisher, Mark Ruffalo appears, and Sadie Sink joins the cast.
Tom Holland’s portrayal of Spider-Man shows more vulnerability and depth.
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Elon Musk’s social media company X has started a new service called X Money, which lets users send money to each other quickly. This service offers a Visa debit card and pays users 6% interest on deposits, but it is currently available only by invitation to paying members.
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X Money is a money transfer service launched by Elon Musk’s company X, which used to be Twitter.
The service is not a bank itself but uses banking services from Cross River Bank.
Users get an X-branded Visa debit card that works at any ATM.
Only invited users who pay for X’s premium service (costing at least $8 per month) can join right now.
X Money offers 6% interest on deposits if users put in at least $1,000.
Users also get 3% cashback on some purchases made with the debit card.
Elon Musk aims to make X an “everything app” that includes financial products.
X Money competes with other services like PayPal’s Venmo, Zelle, and Cash App.
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Nevada has a program that allows Native American students to attend college for free. The program started in 2021 and has grown to nearly 700 students, but it faces financial challenges and needs more state funding to keep running.
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The program waives college costs for certain Native American students in Nevada.
It began in 2021 with about 170 students and grew to almost 700 by the 2024-25 school year.
The program covers virtual attendance and helps both younger and older students pursue degrees.
A lawmaker who sponsored the bill wants more money for the program and to help prevent tuition increases overall.
The program expanded in 2023 to cover more students and costs but increased its expenses to $3.9 million last year.
A nonprofit report warned the program’s finances are uncertain and suggested stable state funding.
The Nevada Higher Education Board plans to ask for $13.4 million in the next budget for the program.
The program was created partly to address low high school graduation rates among Native American students during the pandemic.
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Howard University told over 500 new students that their places for the upcoming semester were no longer reserved because they missed deadlines for enrollment and payments. Other schools, including the University of the District of Columbia and some New York public universities, are helping these students by extending application deadlines and reviewing late admissions.
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Howard University notified 502 first-time college students that their spots were canceled.
The reason was missed enrollment deadlines and financial obligations.
Howard said students could contact financial aid to review their cases individually.
Some students, like Keana Johnson, are seeking other colleges as their options become limited.
The University of the District of Columbia extended its application deadline to August 7 to help affected students.
The State University of New York and City University of New York are also reviewing late admission requests for New York residents.
New York schools will give an $800 credit to students to cover deposits paid to Howard that were not refunded.
Howard has not yet said how many students will have their spots reinstated.
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Boy George released a new song called "We Will Dance Again" that supports Israel and rejects claims of genocide. The song takes a clear side in the conflict, which is different from many celebrities who try to stay neutral or appeal for peace without choosing sides.
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Boy George posted the song on social media with the Hebrew title "עוד נרקוד" and captioned it with "Shalom."
The song references the October 7 Hamas attack and rejects the charge that Israel is committing genocide.
The song’s chorus clearly states support for Jewish people: “If you’re ever confused: I stand with the Jews.”
The article explains that celebrity politics now demand clear positions rather than neutral statements.
Social media is where celebrity political messages are shared and debated intensely.
Art such as songs or appearances now act as direct political statements rather than just expressions or endorsements.
Backlash from the public or critics is seen as confirming the authenticity of a celebrity’s political stance.
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Scientists have found a group of blood proteins that change months or years before symptoms of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) appear. This discovery may help predict when the disease will start and allow for earlier treatment to prevent nerve damage.
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ALS is a disease that damages nerve cells controlling movement and affects about 5,000 people in the U.S. each year.
Researchers studied blood samples from people at high genetic risk of ALS over nearly 20 years.
They measured over 5,000 proteins and found 92 whose levels changed before symptoms began.
A group of 19 proteins was identified that could predict when people would develop symptoms with about 18 months accuracy.
These proteins include neurofilament light chain (NfL), which is linked to nerve cell damage.
The prediction method works for 6 months to 5 years before symptoms start.
The findings may help test treatments aimed at delaying or stopping ALS before symptoms appear.
The results were confirmed using data from another large health study in the UK.
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Kenya is investigating the deaths of 15 elephants in Amboseli National Park after some showed paralysis before dying. Tests so far have found no definite cause, and officials are checking water and the environment to find out what might have affected the elephants.
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Fifteen elephants died in Amboseli National Park and nearby areas within the last month.
Ten of the elephants had partial paralysis and died within two days; five were found dead with signs of scavengers.
Most of the dead elephants were females and their calves; only one male elephant died.
This is the largest number of elephant deaths recorded in the area in decades.
Early tests found a possible toxic substance, but other tests did not confirm toxins.
The Kenya Wildlife Service is testing water and other environmental factors to find a common cause.
The public is assured there is no evidence the illness can spread to humans.
Amboseli National Park is near Tanzania and had over 2,000 elephants as of 2025.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci will testify before a Senate committee after Senator Rand Paul released more than 1,000 pages of Fauci’s pandemic diary entries. A CBS News medical expert discussed possible origins of COVID-19 following the diary release.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci is scheduled to appear before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
Senator Rand Paul made public over 1,000 pages from Fauci’s pandemic diary.
The diary covers Fauci’s experiences and thoughts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder spoke about the potential origins of COVID-19 after the diary’s release.
The Senate hearing will take place on Wednesday.
Fauci’s diary provides insight into his actions and decisions during the pandemic.
The release of the diary has prompted public discussion about the handling and investigation of COVID-19.
This event is part of ongoing government oversight related to the pandemic response.
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Keiko Fujimori became Peru’s president and promised to fight crime by using the military in dangerous areas. She plans to take strong actions against gangs, drug trafficking, and illegal mining, while also addressing climate challenges like the El Niño phenomenon.
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Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru’s president on July 28, 2026.
She won the June election runoff by fewer than 50,000 votes.
Fujimori plans to deploy the armed forces to crime-heavy areas during states of emergency to restore security.
Peru faces a serious crime wave involving gangs, extortion, drug trafficking, and illegal mining.
Fujimori’s security plan includes expelling undocumented people, anonymous judges, and making prisoners work for their food.
Her presidency marks Peru’s ninth leader in ten years amid political instability.
Some people worry her approach may lead to abuses, while others support her tough stance on crime.
She also aims to tackle the El Niño weather phenomenon predicted to be very severe.
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A former aide to Governor Gavin Newsom has shared a detailed account of their affair from more than 20 years ago when Newsom was mayor of San Francisco. The aide, Ruby Rippey, also discusses her struggles with addiction and how the relationship affected her life, while Newsom has publicly acknowledged the affair but described it as brief.
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Ruby Rippey worked as mayor Gavin Newsom’s appointments secretary and was married to his deputy chief of staff.
The affair happened over 20 years ago when Newsom was mayor of San Francisco and single.
Newsom admitted to the affair publicly in 2007 and described it as a brief relationship in his memoir.
Rippey’s new essay gives a more detailed and complex view of the affair and its impact on her life.
Rippey struggled with alcoholism and substance abuse, eventually going to rehab and leaving her job with the mayor’s office.
The affair became a major media story, and Rippey was urged by Kamala Harris, then district attorney, to wait before speaking publicly.
Rippey and her husband eventually divorced, but she is now 20 years sober, remarried, and has reconciled with her ex-husband.
The essay may renew public interest in Newsom’s past as he is expected to run for president in 2028.
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Former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard said that Jacinta Allan, the leaving premier of Victoria, faced harsh sexism during her time in office. Gillard praised Allan as a strong leader who helped women and girls and congratulated Ben Carroll on becoming the new premier.
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Jacinta Allan served as the premier of Victoria and is now stepping down.
Julia Gillard, Australia’s former prime minister, said Allan experienced “vile sexism” while leading.
Gillard called Allan a role model for women and girls.
Gillard herself is known for speaking out against sexism, including a famous 2012 speech.
Ben Carroll has replaced Allan as premier of Victoria.
Bill Shorten, a former Labor leader, supports Carroll’s plan for a royal commission into the construction sector.
The royal commission aims to investigate problems in construction involving public money.
The article also mentions concerns at Australia’s national science agency (CSIRO) about job cuts and aging buildings.
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A 16-year-old lifeguard named Ryder Williams rescued a 10-year-old boy from the ocean at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz, California. President Donald Trump invited Williams to the White House to receive a civilian honor for his brave actions.
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Ryder Williams is a 16-year-old lifeguard and this was his first rescue.
The boy was swept about 15 yards away from shore.
The rescue took just over two minutes.
Several people on the beach helped during the rescue.
The event was recorded on video by a bystander.
The incident happened at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz, California.
President Donald Trump invited Williams to the White House.
Williams will receive a high civilian honor for his heroism.
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Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died unexpectedly on July 11. His funeral was attended by President Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and other world leaders.
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Lindsey Graham was a Republican Senator from South Carolina, first elected in 2002 and re-elected several times.
He previously served in the US House of Representatives starting in 1994.
Graham was chairman of the Senate Budget Committee and served on several other Senate committees.
He supported the 2003 US invasion of Iraq and pushed for military action against Iran.
Graham strongly supported Israel and backed President Trump’s policies on Iran.
He supported Ukraine after Russia invaded it in 2022.
His funeral was held at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC.
President Trump spoke at the funeral, praising Graham’s role in US politics and global affairs.
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A 16-year-old named Colt Gray was sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing two students and two teachers in a September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia. The judge rejected parole, citing Gray’s lack of remorse and the planned nature of his crimes.
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Colt Gray pleaded guilty to 55 counts, including murder, related to the September 4, 2024, school shooting.
Four people were killed: two students, Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo, and two teachers, Richard Aspinwall and Cristina Irimie.
Eight others were wounded in the shooting, seven by gunfire.
Georgia law requires a life sentence for murder; the judge decided Gray would never be eligible for parole.
Prosecutors said Gray idolized mass shooters and sought fame in the “true crime community” online.
Gray showed excitement about the attention and fan art depicting him after the shooting.
The defense stated Gray struggled with stability at home and found acceptance online.
Victims’ families asked the court to deny parole, describing lasting grief and trauma.
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Iran and Oman have exchanged ideas on managing the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global trade that both countries share. Oman proposed a joint system with voluntary fees for ships passing through, but Iran wants more control and has concerns about security.
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Oman proposed a regional system to manage the Strait of Hormuz with voluntary fees for ships, similar to a system used in the Strait of Malacca.
Iran rejects an equal division of transit routes and wants control over shipping on its side of the strait.
Iran suggested managing its side, while Oman would control part of the opposite lane.
The two countries still disagree on how ships will travel, fees, control rules, and mine clearing responsibilities (which would belong to Iran).
The United States paused air strikes on Iran to encourage diplomacy and reopening the strait for shipping.
The Gulf Cooperation Council foreign ministers discussed ways to improve cooperation to keep the strait open for navigation.
Before the recent conflict, the strait carried about 20% of the world’s energy supplies.
Iran warns it may take any action necessary, including war, to keep control over the strait.
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York residents who were unenrolled from Howard University due to unpaid tuition can apply to City University of New York (CUNY) and State University of New York (SUNY) schools for the fall 2026 semester. Howard University withdrew over 500 first-year students after they missed tuition payments by the July 10 deadline.
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Howard University disenrolled 502 first-year students for not paying tuition by July 10, 2026.
Some students said they never received payment reminders from Howard University.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul offered these students a chance to enroll quickly at CUNY and SUNY campuses.
SUNY campuses involved include Buffalo, Albany, Buffalo State, Binghamton, Oneonta, Stony Brook, and New Paltz.
Howard University previously faced similar issues in 2025 with student account updates due to switching their online system.
Howard said most overdue balances were known and should have been paid by students.
Students have been organizing for better financial aid support through a movement called "Whose Howard Is It."
The offer from New York aims to help students whose education plans were disrupted.
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South Dakota Republican voters are participating in a runoff election to choose their party’s candidate for governor. Governor Larry Rhoden faces businessman Toby Doeden after neither got more than half the votes in the first primary.
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The runoff election is happening because no candidate earned over 50% of votes in the June 2 primary.
Governor Larry Rhoden is the current Republican governor of South Dakota.
Toby Doeden, a Republican businessman, is Rhoden’s opponent in the runoff.
The winner will become the GOP candidate for the state governor race.
This runoff vote is a second chance for Republican voters to decide their nominee.
South Dakota is known as the Mount Rushmore State.
The runoff is scheduled for Tuesday.
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Voters in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District are voting in a special election to fill the seat left open by the death of Representative David Scott, a Democrat. This district has been held by Democrats since 2002, and Scott’s daughter, Marcye Scott, is one of the candidates running.
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The special election is happening in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District.
It is held to replace Representative David Scott, who died in April at age 80.
David Scott was a Democrat and held the seat since 2002.
The district is considered a strong area for the Democratic Party.
Marcye Scott, the late representative’s daughter, is one of the candidates in the election.
The election decides who will serve the remainder of Scott’s term in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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