Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie, was kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona, on February 1, 2026. Two ransom notes were sent to local media; the second note claimed Nancy died shortly after the kidnapping. Her whereabouts remain unknown, and the FBI is still investigating.
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Nancy Guthrie was taken from her Tucson home in early February 2026.
She is the mother of Savannah Guthrie, a "Today" show host.
Two ransom notes were sent to Tucson media outlets after the abduction.
The first note demanded cryptocurrency for Nancy’s return.
The second note said Nancy died soon after being taken and was buried outdoors.
Surveillance photos showed a masked man near Nancy’s home, but no suspect has been identified.
Savannah Guthrie has publicly asked for information and urged people to come forward.
The FBI and local police are actively investigating the case and have provided contact information for tips.
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Gas prices in the U.S. have dropped by more than 13% over the past month, largely due to progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipping. While prices are expected to continue falling in the short term, experts say the decline will slow down because oil demand remains strong.
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The national average price of a gallon of gas is $3.92 as of June 22, 2026, down 62 cents (13.6%) from a month ago.
Gas prices were below $3 per gallon in late February before the conflict involving Iran caused a major oil shock.
The Strait of Hormuz was closed by Iran, affecting about 20% of the world’s oil supply and causing prices to rise.
U.S. and Iranian officials are negotiating in Switzerland to reach an agreement to reopen the strait and allow toll-free commercial shipping for 60 days.
Prices for West Texas Intermediate crude oil fell more than 20% to around $75.50 per barrel since last month.
Some parts of the expected increase in oil supply are already reflected in current gas prices.
Demand for gasoline remains high as countries refill oil reserves and people travel for summer vacations.
Experts predict gas prices will keep falling for a few weeks but the rate of decline will slow over time.
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) started a new program to make early clinical trials faster. This effort aims to shorten the time it takes to develop new treatments and to keep companies from moving their research and trials to other countries like China.
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The FDA launched the program on a Monday to speed up early-stage clinical trials.
The goal is to reduce the time needed to develop new medical treatments.
The initiative is part of a larger plan by the Department of Health and Human Services.
The program seeks to stop companies from moving clinical trials overseas.
China is one of the main countries where companies have been relocating trials.
Faster clinical trials could help bring treatments to patients more quickly.
The pilot program is a test to see how well these changes work before wider use.
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The article discusses conversations with Americans and historians about what it means to be American on the country's 250th birthday. It highlights that the founding ideals of equality were contradicted by the exclusion of women, Native Americans, and Black people, with slavery continuing for many years and leading to the Civil War.
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The United States reached its 250th anniversary in the current year.
Many Americans and historians reflected on the meaning of being American at this milestone.
The Founding Fathers established a democratic republic with the idea that "all men" are created equal.
Despite this ideal, women, Native Americans, and Black people were excluded from equal rights at the start.
Slavery remained legal in the U.S. for almost 90 years after the country's founding.
Historian Joseph Ellis noted that even people against slavery were often against giving enslaved people equal treatment.
The contradiction between American ideals and realities contributed to the Civil War.
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An artist in Kerala made a handmade model of the FIFA World Cup trophy using coconut leaves and cardboard. He uses recycled materials to create his artworks.
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The artist is from Kerala, a state in India.
He made a model of the FIFA World Cup trophy.
The materials used were coconut leaves and cardboard.
These materials were recycled or discarded items.
The model is handmade, showing craftsmanship.
The FIFA World Cup trophy is a famous global football prize.
The artist’s work highlights creativity using simple materials.
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A Utah judge decided that Tyler Robinson's former roommate will not have to testify in person at the preliminary hearing for the murder case involving Charlie Kirk. The judge said any questions about the roommate's truthfulness can be addressed later during a full trial.
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The case involves the murder of Charlie Kirk.
Tyler Robinson is a suspect in the case.
The defense asked for Robinson’s former roommate to testify in person at the preliminary hearing.
The judge denied this request.
The judge explained that if the case goes to trial, the roommate’s credibility can be challenged then.
The decision means the preliminary hearing will proceed without the roommate’s in-person testimony.
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Polymarket paid social media users to post videos pretending they won large bets on its prediction market, but these bets were fake and made on copycat websites. The company used this marketing strategy to attract users to its mostly unregulated platform, which is technically barred in the US.
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Polymarket hired social media creators to film fake bets showing big winnings to promote its service.
These creators used near-identical scripts and simulated trades on copycat sites, not the real platform.
One creator posted winning $100,000 on a fake bet about President Trump saying “McDonald’s,” but the bet never happened.
Polymarket’s main platform is blocked in the US since 2022 after being called an illegal exchange by regulators.
The company offers a limited, regulated US version through a mobile app acquired from a licensed firm.
The fake bet videos got over 140 million views on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.
Social media creators were paid between $2,000 and $3,000 a month and told not to reveal they were paid by Polymarket.
The Wall Street Journal reviewed thousands of videos and messages showing how Polymarket directed and managed this campaign.
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Tucker Carlson, a political commentator, said he will no longer support the Republican Party. He shared this view during a podcast, explaining that recent polls influenced his decision, but he does not support the Democratic Party either.
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Tucker Carlson is a political commentator known for his opinions.
He announced he will no longer support the Republican Party.
He made this statement on the “Can’t Be Censored” podcast.
Carlson mentioned recent poll numbers as part of his reasoning.
He clarified that he is not supporting the Democratic Party.
Carlson did not provide a plan on which party or movement he might support instead.
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A Tesla car crashed into a house in Texas on June 19, killing a woman inside. The U.S. auto safety agency, NHTSA, has started a detailed investigation into the crash, which involved the car's automated driving assistance system.
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The crash happened in Texas on June 19.
A Tesla vehicle went off the road and hit a house.
A woman inside the house was seriously hurt and died.
The Tesla driver was not drunk.
The driver said the car was using its automated driving assistance system when the crash happened.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened a special crash investigation.
NHTSA’s special crash investigation is their most detailed type of inquiry.
Tesla did not comment on the crash or the investigation.
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A Utah judge said that during the early court hearings for Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative podcaster Charlie Kirk, the usual strict rules about his rights might be eased. The judge explained that hearsay evidence, which is information not directly witnessed but reported by others, could be allowed now because these hearings are not the full trial.
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Tyler Robinson is charged with killing Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University.
Robinson has not yet entered a plea to the aggravated murder charge.
The judge, Tony Graf Jr., said constitutional rights might be "relaxed" during preliminary hearings.
Robinson wanted his former roommate to testify in person, but the judge denied this request.
The roommate’s recorded statements and hearsay evidence might be allowed in these early hearings.
Preliminary hearings determine if there is enough evidence to hold a trial, not guilt or innocence.
Robinson’s trial is set for a later date after the preliminary hearing in July.
If found guilty, Robinson could face the death penalty; his defense wants to stop that.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, said that measures are in place to stop the talks between the US and Iran from causing more conflicts in the region. He emphasized the importance of diplomacy and respecting agreements during the negotiations.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister spoke about US-Iran negotiations on Al Jazeera.
Measures have been established to avoid escalation in areas like Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz.
The goal is to keep the talks peaceful and prevent regional tensions from increasing.
Diplomacy, or peaceful discussion, is highlighted as very important.
Respecting existing agreements is seen as key to successful negotiations.
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Madonna planned to make a movie about her life but stopped the project after a disagreement with Universal Studios about the budget. She tried other options, including making the film in Serbia and a Netflix series, but these did not work out due to rights and budget issues.
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Madonna worked for two years on a script for her life story movie.
Universal Studios disagreed with her over the movie’s budget, which she wanted to be large due to her eventful life.
Madonna suggested filming in Serbia to lower costs, but Universal did not support the idea.
Netflix later offered to make a series, but the rights to the story were owned by Universal and too expensive to buy.
The movie was announced in 2020, with Julia Garner set to play Madonna.
Madonna is releasing a new album, "Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II," on July 3.
This album will be her first in seven years, following 2019’s "Madame X."
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Alan Dershowitz, who once defended Jeffrey Epstein, will be questioned by the House Oversight Committee on July 20. The interview will be officially recorded to gather information related to Epstein’s case.
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Alan Dershowitz was Jeffrey Epstein’s defense lawyer.
Epstein was a convicted sex offender.
Dershowitz helped Epstein get a plea deal in 2008.
The plea deal was controversial.
Dershowitz will be interviewed by the House Oversight Committee.
The interview is scheduled for July 20.
The session will be transcribed (officially recorded).
The questioning is part of a House investigation linked to Epstein.
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Firefighters in Los Angeles have been working for six days to put out a large fire at a warehouse. The fire remains active as crews continue efforts to control it.
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The fire started in a warehouse in Los Angeles.
Firefighters have been battling the fire for six days.
The fire is described as massive.
Efforts to control the fire are ongoing.
Local news reporter Tina Patel is covering the situation.
CBS News provides updates through their app and website.
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The Supreme Court restored the murder conviction of Pedro Hernandez for the disappearance and death of 6-year-old Etan Patz in 1979. This means the court confirmed that Hernandez was legally found guilty again after previous legal challenges.
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The case involves the 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz, who was 6 years old.
Pedro Hernandez was convicted of murdering Etan Patz.
The Supreme Court reinstated Hernandez’s murder conviction on Monday.
This decision confirms the conviction after it had been challenged or overturned before.
The case is notable due to the long time since the crime happened (over 40 years).
Etan Patz’s disappearance was a high-profile case that helped raise awareness about missing children.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will provide a secret briefing to House Republicans about military funding goals. This comes as President Trump urges Congress to approve a $350 billion budget package for the Pentagon.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will hold a classified briefing.
The briefing is for House Republican members.
It will take place during the Republican Study Committee’s weekly lunch.
President Trump is promoting a $350 billion spending plan for the Pentagon.
The briefing will focus on goals for military funding.
The event is scheduled for Wednesday.
The Republican Study Committee is a group of conservative House Republicans.
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At a news briefing in Mexico City, a duck named Merlín, dressed in a Mexico soccer jersey, became a surprising highlight. Merlín’s owner, street vendor Carla Gómez, introduced her family as examples of hardworking Mexicans while the duck sat nearby during President Claudia Sheinbaum’s report.
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Merlín is a duck dressed as Mexico’s unofficial World Cup mascot.
Carla Gómez, Merlín’s owner, sells water and soft drinks on the street.
Gómez introduced her family at the news briefing to represent working-class Mexicans.
Merlín “helps” the family’s business by following and supervising them.
The family feeds Merlín a special diet including small fish and crickets.
President Sheinbaum stopped taking questions to allow Merlín to be part of the event.
Some people criticized the president for focusing on Merlín while families of missing persons did not get to speak.
Wildlife groups warned that pets gaining fame might lead to people buying animals without proper care.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned on June 22, 2026, making him the seventh prime minister in just over ten years. Experts say this frequent change in leadership raises concerns about Britain's ability to govern effectively.
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Keir Starmer stepped down as UK Prime Minister on June 22, 2026.
Britain has had seven prime ministers within a little more than ten years.
Martin Farr, a British history expert, said rapid leadership changes are worrying.
Farr questions whether Britain can be governed well with so many prime ministers.
Andy Burnham is seen as the likely next prime minister after Starmer.
The resignation follows two years of Starmer’s time in power.
The political turnover is linked to ongoing challenges since the Brexit vote.
There is no immediate plan for a general election following the leadership change.
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The Archdiocese of Detroit is planning to stop weekend Masses at up to 90 churches because there are fewer people attending, fewer priests available, and financial problems. This is part of a two-year plan to adjust to these changes, with decisions expected in 2027. Similar changes are happening in Iowa due to the same issues.
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Mass attendance in the Archdiocese of Detroit dropped 40% from 231,076 in 2011 to 139,088 in 2024.
Detroit’s Catholic population decreased from about 1.5 million to around 900,000.
The Archdiocese added 32 more parishes to the list for possible Mass suspensions, totaling up to 90 affected churches.
Mass attendance is shrinking about 4% each year, and only 29% of church seats were filled in 2024.
Baptisms and marriages in the archdiocese have fallen by 60–70% and 40–50%, respectively, compared to past peaks.
There are more funerals than baptisms, marriages, and confirmations, reflecting an older Catholic population.
The archdiocese is facing a shortage of priests, with many pastors handling multiple roles beyond ministry.
The final reorganization plan will be announced in April 2027 and begin in July 2027.
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ABC is asking its viewers to support the network amid challenges from the Trump administration. The administration is questioning whether ABC’s daytime talk show “The View” qualifies as a genuine news program, leading ABC to launch a campaign defending itself and criticizing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
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ABC is seeking public support as it faces pressure from the Trump administration.
The Trump administration is questioning if “The View” is a real news program.
“The View” is a daytime talk show on ABC.
ABC has started an on-air campaign to promote “The View.”
The campaign also criticizes the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
The FCC is a U.S. government agency that regulates broadcast communications.
The issue centers on how the show is classified and regulated.
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