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A fueling problem at Boston Logan International Airport on Sunday night caused a stop in ground operations, leading to flight cancellations and delays. The issue was fixed by 10 p.m., and flights returned to normal. This happened during one of the busiest holiday travel periods in 15 years.
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A low fuel pressure event triggered an automatic shutdown of the fuel system at Boston Logan Airport Sunday night.
The problem caused a ground stop lasting several hours and made the airport tarmac crowded with planes waiting for gates.
Flights continued to arrive despite the congestion and delays.
BOSFuel, the company operating the fuel system, restored full fuel flow by 10 p.m. ET.
No further fuel system disruptions are expected after the fix.
The fueling issue added to earlier delays caused by thunderstorms in the area that day.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) managed over 300,000 domestic flights during the holiday weekend, its busiest July 4th period in 15 years.
A similar fuel system outage at Logan Airport caused a brief ground stop in September 2024.
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that member countries now spend about 4% of their GDP on defense, getting closer to the United States' spending level. At the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, members are expected to announce new defense contracts worth tens of billions of dollars.
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NATO members currently spend about 4% of their GDP on defense.
This amount is closer to the U.S. defense spending level.
The NATO summit is taking place in Ankara.
Countries will announce tens of billions of dollars in new defense contracts.
The NATO chief called for credible plans to meet defense spending goals.
Mark Rutte is the Secretary General of NATO.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked President Donald Trump to slow down Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s harsh criticism of Israel. Netanyahu also urged Trump not to sell new weapons to Turkey, especially military jets, during an upcoming NATO meeting in Ankara.
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Netanyahu complained to President Trump about Erdoğan’s strong anti-Israel comments.
Erdoğan called Zionism "a genocidal ideology" and claimed it threatens Turkey’s survival.
Turkey’s foreign minister called Israel "a burden on humanity" and suggested global sanctions.
Trump will meet Erdoğan at the NATO summit in Ankara to discuss a $700 million deal for fighter jet engines.
Turkey wants to rejoin the U.S. F-35 stealth fighter jet program from which it was removed in 2019.
Turkey was kicked out of the F-35 program because it bought Russia’s S-400 missile defense system.
The U.S. Pentagon is reviewing if it can sell F-35 jets to Turkey despite the Russian weapons purchase.
Netanyahu warned that selling jets to Turkey would disturb the military balance in the Middle East.
Netanyahu’s influence with Trump has weakened due to differences over the Iran conflict.
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More than 300 children have been killed or injured in the war in Sudan over the past six months, mostly from drone strikes, according to UNICEF. The conflict between Sudan’s military and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has caused widespread violence, displacement, and humanitarian needs, especially in the states of Kordofan, Darfur, and Blue Nile.
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The fighting in Sudan started in April 2023, mainly between the Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Over 300 children have been harmed in six months, with 60% of injuries linked to drone attacks.
The war has killed at least 59,000 people and displaced about 13 million.
More than 30 million people in Sudan need humanitarian aid due to the conflict.
The U.N. Human Rights Council condemned the violence and called for protection of civilians and support for refugees.
Drone strikes and shelling have damaged schools, markets, fuel stations, and water sources.
Civilians face severe hardship, including siege-like conditions in some areas.
At least 15 miners died when a gold mine collapsed near Sudan’s border with Egypt; mine safety is a common concern.
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Senator Mitch McConnell is still recovering in the hospital while the Senate is not meeting. His office has given few details about his health or when he might return to work.
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McConnell was admitted to the hospital on June 14 and is receiving care.
His staff said he is "continuing his recovery" and "continues to improve."
The senator has not been voting recently due to his health.
McConnell is 84 years old and serving his last Senate term, which ends in January.
He has had multiple hospital stays and health issues in recent years, including a concussion in 2023 and several falls.
McConnell had polio as a child, affecting his mobility.
He was the longest-serving Senate leader and stepped down from that role last year.
McConnell often uses a wheelchair to get around while working at the Senate.
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Illinois has become the first state in the U.S. to require big artificial intelligence (AI) companies to have an independent review of their safety measures. Governor JB Pritzker signed a law called the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act to help protect people from possible risks of AI technology.
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Illinois passed the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act (S.B. 315).
The law requires large AI labs to have third-party audits of their safety plans.
A third-party audit means an independent group checks the safety measures.
The governor, JB Pritzker, signed the bill into law.
The purpose is to protect people from risks related to AI.
This makes Illinois the first state in the U.S. to introduce this type of AI regulation.
The law focuses on ensuring the safety of AI technology for users.
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Heavy rainstorms caused flooding and damage in parts of the Northeast, especially in New York and New Jersey. A wholesale club roof collapsed during the storms, but no injuries were reported, and emergency crews responded quickly to the situation.
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Torrential rain and flash floods hit the Northeast, affecting New York, New Jersey, and nearby areas.
A wholesale club roof in New Jersey collapsed due to the heavy rain while 27 people were inside.
Two people were trapped but escaped safely after the roof collapse.
Emergency teams including rescue dogs and drones searched the building to confirm no one was left inside.
Flash flood warnings were issued for New York City, New Jersey, and Long Island.
Rainfall reached up to 2 to 3 inches in many places, with some areas getting 4 inches or more.
Flooding caused roads to close and stranded drivers; power outages affected nearly half a million people nationwide.
Officials warned residents to stay away from flooded areas and highlighted the risks of severe weather.
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Nigeria’s foreign minister warned that violence against African immigrants in South Africa is not getting better after two Nigerians were killed during anti-immigrant protests. Nigeria is pushing South Africa to investigate the deaths and has organized more evacuation flights for its citizens.
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Two Nigerian men, Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu, died in South Africa during tense anti-immigrant protests.
South African police say Joe’s killing may not be linked to the protests but have not confirmed details about Iroegbu’s death.
Nigeria demanded South Africa take action or face consequences if the attacks on foreigners continue.
South African officials asked Nigeria to provide information to help investigate the deaths properly.
Protests in South Africa accuse foreign workers of taking jobs and overusing social services.
Several foreign-owned shops have been looted or burned in violent attacks.
Other African countries like Mozambique, Ghana, and Uganda also reported attacks on their citizens in South Africa.
Many African immigrants are leaving South Africa due to the violence and insecurity.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to warnings from U.S. Vice President Vance about criticizing the Trump administration’s peace deal with Iran. Netanyahu said Israel has many allies and did not need to limit its free speech or criticism.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed back against comments from U.S. Vice President Vance.
Vice President Vance warned Israeli officials about publicly criticizing the peace deal between the U.S. and Iran.
The peace deal was negotiated under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Netanyahu stated that Israel has many friends and allies, suggesting it is not dependent on one government.
This exchange highlights tensions between Israeli leaders and some U.S. officials over the Iran peace deal.
The issue involves how much Israel should publicly support or criticize U.S. foreign policy decisions.
Both countries remain close allies despite occasional disagreements on policy.
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House Oversight Chair James Comer criticized some Republican senators for not supporting the SAVE America Act, a bill that would require voters to show valid ID when voting. He questioned their strength in opposing the measure.
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James Comer is the House Oversight Chair and a Republican from Kentucky.
Comer criticized Senate Republicans who do not support the SAVE America Act.
The SAVE America Act would require voters to present a valid ID to vote.
Comer expressed frustration with Republican senators he considers "weak" for opposing this bill.
This discussion took place during a public statement on a Sunday.
The focus is on voter ID laws and election rules.
The disagreement is mainly within the Republican Party.
The SAVE America Act is backed by President Donald Trump.
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Roberto Sanchez, the left-wing candidate in Peru's presidential race, has accepted his defeat to Keiko Fujimori after election officials declared her the winner. The election faced delays and accusations of fraud, but no evidence supported these claims.
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Roberto Sanchez conceded the election to Keiko Fujimori following the official announcement by Peru’s National Elections Board.
The presidential race included a run-off vote held on June 7, after 33 other candidates were eliminated in the April general election.
Fujimori won by a narrow margin, approximately 9,223,000 votes to Sanchez’s 9,173,000 votes.
Sanchez had strong support from rural and indigenous voters and proposed reforms like changing the constitution to give more autonomy to ethnic groups and increasing taxes on the wealthy.
Allegations of voting irregularities and fraud were made by Sanchez but were not confirmed by election monitors.
Fujimori’s platform focused on tough crime policies and unifying the country and received backing from the administration of President Donald Trump.
Keiko Fujimori is the daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori, who was jailed for human rights violations and died in 2024.
Peru has experienced political instability, with nine presidents in ten years, and plans to change its legislative system soon by bringing back a two-chamber Congress.
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Scientists recorded slow-motion videos showing bumblebees react to different tastes. The bees displayed behaviors similar to "liking" or "disliking," such as licking their tongues longer after tasting sweet solutions and shaking their heads after tasting bitter ones.
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Bumblebees use their tongues (glossa) to show positive or negative reactions to tastes.
Researchers presented bees with sugar water, plain water, salt, and quinine to observe their responses.
Bees licked longer after sweet tastes and showed distaste by shaking or wiping their mouths after bad tastes.
The study was done by Macquarie University and Southern Medical University in China.
Bees’ reactions changed depending on context, like when they were heat-stressed, similar to how humans find electrolyte drinks more appealing after exercise.
This research suggests bees may have simple inner experiences, a concept previously controversial for insects.
Scientists study animal facial expressions to understand feelings since animals cannot speak.
The findings were published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
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Senator Mitch McConnell from Kentucky is in the hospital recovering from an undisclosed health issue. His office has reported that he is improving but has not shared specific details about his condition or when he will return to the Senate.
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Sen. Mitch McConnell was admitted to the hospital on June 14, 2026.
His office says he is "continuing his recovery" and "continues to improve."
There has been no detailed update on his illness or recovery progress.
He will likely miss Senate sessions while the Senate is out of session.
McConnell is 84 years old and has had several health problems in recent years, including a concussion and falls.
He had polio as a child, which affects his mobility even now.
McConnell was the longest-serving Senate leader and is currently finishing his final term, ending in January.
He often uses a wheelchair to get around but remains active in his Senate role when in session.
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A new poll shows Francesca Hong, a Democratic socialist, leading the Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin. The state is an important battleground where President Donald Trump narrowly won in 2024. Hong faces competition from other Democrats and Republicans in a close race.
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Francesca Hong leads the Democratic primary with 30% support.
Her closest Democratic rival, Mandela Barnes, has 28%, and Sara Rodriguez has 19%.
About 23% of Democratic primary voters remain undecided.
In hypothetical general election matchups, Hong leads Republican Tom Tiffany 47% to 44%.
Other Democratic candidates, Barnes and Rodriguez, also lead Tiffany but by slightly larger margins.
The poll surveyed about 700 likely voters, with a margin of error around 4-5 percentage points.
Wisconsin was decided by less than 1 percentage point in favor of President Donald Trump in 2024.
Some Democrats worry that a progressive candidate like Hong could struggle in the general election compared to more moderate candidates.
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President Donald Trump secured promises from NATO allies last year to increase their defense spending to 5% of their gross domestic product over the next decade. This week, at a summit in Turkey, he aims to ensure that NATO members follow through on these commitments while also discussing the Russia-Ukraine war and meeting with key leaders.
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At last year’s NATO summit, allies agreed to raise defense spending to 5% of their GDP within 10 years.
President Trump is attending a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, to push members to meet this target quickly.
Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during the summit.
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war is a major topic of discussion at the meeting.
Trump also plans to meet with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, though no specific goals have been announced.
Despite progress on spending, Trump has ongoing disputes with some NATO leaders, including disagreements about Iran, Greenland, and personal conflicts.
NATO’s secretary-general highlighted increased defense spending since 2017 as “The Trump Trillion.”
Trump has recently engaged in public disagreements with some world leaders, impacting diplomatic relations.
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A film studio called Particle6 has created an AI-generated actor named Tilly Norwood, who will star in their upcoming movie "Misaligned." This film will combine human creativity with AI technology to explore themes about identity and artificial intelligence.
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Tilly Norwood is an actor created entirely by artificial intelligence and not a real person.
The UK-based company Particle6 developed Norwood and described itself as an AI-focused film studio.
The new movie "Misaligned" features Norwood in the lead role and is set in a digital world "up in the Cloud."
Particle6 uses both traditional film professionals and AI experts to make its productions.
The studio aims to show how AI can help filmmaking but still requires human skill and judgment.
When introduced in 2025, Norwood faced criticism from industry groups who believe acting should be done by humans.
The actors’ union SAG-AFTRA does not recognize Norwood as a real actor and emphasizes that creativity should remain human-centered.
The use of AI in entertainment has been a major issue in recent labor talks, leading to agreements limiting AI’s role in creative work.
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The United States will restart sending troops back to Poland in the next few weeks after a pause earlier this year. Poland’s Defense Minister confirmed the return of American soldiers as part of a rotating deployment.
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The U.S. paused the rotation of its troops in Poland earlier this year.
Poland’s Defense Minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, announced the return of these troops.
The troop rotation will resume in the coming weeks.
The deployment involves rotating American service members, not permanent stationing.
This move continues the U.S. military’s presence in Central Europe.
The Pentagon previously suspended this troop rotation for several weeks.
Poland and the U.S. have ongoing defense cooperation.
The return of troops supports regional security in Central Europe.
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The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has passed 500, with over 1,500 confirmed cases. Health workers in the affected province have threatened to strike due to unpaid benefits, low wages, and poor working conditions.
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At least 506 people have died and 1,561 Ebola cases confirmed in DR Congo as of early July.
The outbreak was officially declared on May 15 and is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, a rare strain with no approved vaccine or treatment.
A clinical trial for two treatments and an emergency diagnostic test have recently begun.
The outbreak started in Mongbwalu, Ituri province, where the death rate is over 50%.
Health workers are threatening to strike over unpaid benefits, low pay, poor equipment, and working conditions.
The virus has spread to areas near North Kivu and South Kivu provinces, with some controlled by the armed group M23.
North Kivu has a mortality rate of 57.4%, higher than average and worrying to health officials.
South Kivu has had no new cases since May 26, and M23-controlled areas claim the epidemic is over there.
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President Donald Trump said he asked FIFA to review the red card given to U.S. soccer player Folarin Balogun at the World Cup. He called FIFA President Gianni Infantino, but said he did not demand a specific result; FIFA later lifted Balogun's suspension.
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President Trump contacted FIFA to request a review of Balogun’s red card.
The red card was given for a foul tackle during the United States’ win over Bosnia-Herzegovina.
The initial punishment was a one-game suspension for Balogun.
FIFA decided to lift the suspension after the review.
This allowed Balogun to play in the round of 16 match against Belgium.
The match took place in Seattle.
President Trump said he only asked for a review, not for a particular decision.
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President Donald Trump marked the launch of new investment accounts called ‘Trump Accounts’ for children born during his second term. The government will automatically deposit $1,000 into each of these accounts.
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President Donald Trump rang the opening bells at the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq.
The event celebrated the start of ‘Trump Accounts’ for children born during his second term.
The accounts are special investment accounts created for these children.
The government guarantees an automatic deposit of $1,000 into each account.
The ‘Trump Accounts’ aim to help children begin saving and investing early.
This initiative is linked to President Trump’s current term in office.
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