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Spotify removed streams of the song "Earrings" by Malcolm Todd after detecting that the streaming numbers were not from real listeners. This happened following suspicious bets placed on the song’s success on the prediction market platform Kalshi, which is now investigating the issue with Spotify.
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The song "Earrings" quickly rose 70% in streams overnight, reaching No. 1 on Spotify's U.S. chart.
Spotify identified the streams as manipulated and removed them, saying they do not pay royalties for fake streams.
Kalshi is a prediction market where people bet on future events, including music chart success.
Kalshi is working with Spotify to investigate the suspicious bets.
There are concerns about prediction markets being vulnerable to manipulation with inside information.
In a previous case, a suspicious bet on the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro involved a U.S. soldier charged with using classified information.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulates prediction markets in the U.S.
Prediction markets have attracted billions in venture capital but face questions about security and fairness.
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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, a Republican from Louisiana, is refusing to support a voter ID bill unless the SAVE America Act is included in important legislation. Her stance has slowed down work in the House of Representatives as she insists on attaching the SAVE Act to major bills.
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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana.
She opposes a bill to increase voter ID requirements unless it includes the SAVE America Act.
The SAVE America Act focuses on changes to voter eligibility rules.
Luna’s refusal to support the bill has caused delays in House legislative work.
She has said she does not care if people dislike her for her position.
The dispute is between Luna and Republican party leaders who want to pass the voter ID bill.
Luna’s actions represent a rebellion within the Republican Party.
The disagreement centers on attaching the SAVE Act to large, must-pass bills.
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David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, was charged with a felony for damaging the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Hearn tore up a protective sealant on the pool, causing over $1,000 in damage.
Key Facts
David Hearn is a 67-year-old former Olympic canoe athlete from Bethesda, Maryland.
He was indicted on one felony count of property destruction in D.C. court.
Hearn reportedly ripped up a newly installed sealant from the Reflecting Pool's bottom liner.
The damage caused is estimated to be over $1,000.
Authorities said Hearn acted forcefully and was belligerent toward a park employee who told him to stop.
Hearn was detained for five hours by National Guard and Park Police before being released.
Hearn said he only briefly touched the peeled coating after being told to stop.
President Donald Trump mentioned multiple arrests linked to vandalism at the Reflecting Pool during a costly rehabilitation project.
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President Donald Trump took his first official flight on the newly modified Air Force One, a Boeing 747-8 donated by Qatar. Photos from inside the plane show books labeled "Library" on shelves, but it is unclear whether these are real or decorative. The aircraft features new interior design and a different color scheme chosen by President Trump.
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President Trump flew on the new Air Force One for the first time on a trip from Joint Base Andrews to North Dakota.
The plane is a Boeing 747-8, donated by Qatar and modified for presidential use.
Photos from the flight show books on shelves labeled "Library," but it is unknown if they are real or decorative.
The interior includes dark wood, leather seating, and a large screen with the presidential seal.
The plane’s exterior is painted red, white, navy blue, and gold, reflecting the American flag colors selected by President Trump.
Modifications prioritized essential presidential needs over decoration, keeping much of the original layout.
The donated jet is valued at about $400 million.
This new aircraft temporarily replaces the older VC-25A, which has served as Air Force One for decades.
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The Trump administration has renewed its strong opposition to the International Criminal Court (ICC), stating that any attempt by the court to investigate or arrest U.S. citizens is against American sovereignty. This comes amid ICC arrest warrants issued for Israeli leaders and ongoing tensions over the court's authority.
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The U.S. is not a member of the ICC because it did not agree to its founding treaty, the Rome Statute.
The Trump administration sent a letter calling ICC investigations of U.S. citizens illegitimate and unlawful.
The ICC issued arrest warrants in late 2024 for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others over alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Israel, like the U.S., is not a member of the ICC and rejects its authority; Palestine is a member.
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on the ICC and groups supporting its investigations, including Palestinian rights groups.
ICC judges filed a lawsuit in a U.S. court against these sanctions, claiming they unfairly target the court.
The letter from the U.S. Acting Attorney General accused the ICC of political motivations in its investigations.
New York City’s mayor threatened to arrest Netanyahu if he visits, despite the Israeli leader insisting he will still come.
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Researchers discovered a new type of malware called PamStealer that targets Mac computers. It tricks users into running it by pretending to be a clipboard app, then secretly steals login passwords by validating them through macOS’s built-in system before sending them to hackers.
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The malware spreads in two steps: first through a fake disk image posing as the Maccy clipboard manager, then through a hidden second-stage program.
PamStealer uses AppleScript and JavaScript for Automation to quietly download and run its secret code.
The second stage is written in the programming language Rust, which is rare for Mac malware.
It uses the macOS Pluggable Authentication Modules (PAM) system to check passwords locally, making stolen credentials more accurate.
The malware pretends to be parts of macOS, like Finder or Software Update apps, to hide its activity.
It delays showing security permission requests to avoid detection.
The malware encrypts its communications to hide data sent to hackers.
Users see a fake password prompt that looks like a normal system message to capture their passwords.
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Andy Burnham, a British politician, said he wants to reduce costs for people and businesses if he becomes prime minister. He plans to cut taxes for some shops, take control of water and energy companies to lower bills, and make bus travel free for teenagers.
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Andy Burnham aims to become prime minister and address the high cost of living.
He wants to lower business taxes for pubs and high street businesses.
Burnham plans to bring water, energy, and transport services under public control to reduce bills.
He proposes free bus travel for people aged 16 to 18.
Some policies may include freezing private rent prices and removing green levies from energy bills.
Burnham promises not to borrow more money than current government rules allow.
He plans to spend some working time in Manchester and create a “No 10 North” office there.
Experts warn public control of utilities may not immediately lower consumer costs due to needed investments.
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President Donald Trump declared a new "National Scallops Day" to highlight his administration’s decision to allow scallop fishing in New England waters. He used the announcement to criticize former Presidents Obama and Biden regarding their policies on this issue.
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President Trump announced "National Scallops Day" on a Thursday.
The day celebrates NOAA’s decision to open New England waters to scallop fishing.
NOAA stands for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, a government agency managing ocean resources.
The announcement highlighted a policy change under President Trump’s administration.
President Trump criticized actions taken by the Obama and Biden administrations related to fishing policies.
This declaration is part of President Trump’s effort to promote his administration’s achievements in environmental and fisheries management.
New England includes states in the northeastern part of the U.S., where scallop fishing is an important industry.
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In France, many people rushed to buy discounted air conditioners and fans from the Lidl supermarket during a heatwave. Large crowds formed, causing long lines and some disturbances, including a broken store entrance in Nanterre while police watched the situation in Paris.
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Lidl offered discounts on air conditioners and fans.
A strong heatwave affected parts of France.
Hundreds of shoppers lined up for hours before stores opened.
Police monitored the crowds in Paris to maintain order.
In Nanterre, a store entrance was broken during the rush.
The shopping rush caused chaos in some supermarkets.
The demand for cooling devices increased due to high temperatures.
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The Kennedy Center is selling expensive ticket packages, up to $25,000, to watch the July 4th fireworks in Washington, D.C. The event is linked to President Donald Trump and includes access to special areas and benefits. The Kennedy Center is also dealing with financial and legal problems related to the use and removal of President Trump's name from the building.
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The most expensive ticket package costs $25,000 and admits up to 36 guests with reserved tables, parking, and indoor lounge access.
Nearly $19,000 of the $25,000 ticket price is tax deductible.
Other packages include a $15,000 "vice-presidential" package and a $7,500 "statesman" package, both with fewer guests and similar benefits.
Single tickets start at $425, with children's tickets at $125 each, including some tax deduction.
The fireworks are sponsored by Freedom 250, an organization backed by President Trump, and Trump is scheduled to speak at the event.
The Kennedy Center offers a free public viewing area on its plaza with concessions.
The Kennedy Center faces financial difficulties and legal battles after President Trump’s name was removed from its facade by court order.
The Trump administration claims it may have to return donations made when the center included Trump’s name, possibly amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars.
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Hundreds of people in and around Paris rushed into supermarkets to buy air conditioners ahead of an expected heatwave. The demand caused fights and loud arguments as shoppers tried to find cooling units before the hot weather arrives.
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The event took place in Paris, France.
People crowded supermarkets to buy air conditioning units.
The rush was due to an upcoming heatwave in the French capital.
Some shoppers fought and argued because of the high demand.
The situation shows concerns about coping with intense heat.
The article referenced past heatwaves and related issues in France.
Officials and parties have expressed different views on heatwave responses.
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At least nine Buddhist monks died and over 20 people were hurt when a truck driven by an 11-year-old boy hit a religious procession in northeastern Thailand. The boy took his parents' vehicle without permission and is now in police custody.
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Nine Buddhist monks were killed in the accident.
More than 20 others were injured.
The crash involved a truck driven by an 11-year-old boy.
The boy took his parents’ vehicle without asking.
The accident happened during a pilgrimage procession in northeastern Thailand.
The boy is currently held by the police.
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Israelis held memorials and protests on July 2, 2026, to mark 1,000 days since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack that led to the war in Gaza. Many called for a formal investigation into why the government did not prevent the attack and how it handled the hostage crisis that followed.
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The October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas triggered the ongoing war in Gaza.
251 Israelis were taken hostage and held in Gaza during the conflict.
Memorials and protests took place across Israel to remember the victims and demand accountability.
Protesters want a state commission of inquiry to investigate government failures before and after the attack.
The current government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has refused to create an independent commission.
The government offered a "political" commission with half the members appointed by the ruling coalition and half by the opposition, but opposition leaders reject this.
Protests included blocking a highway in Tel Aviv, leading to eight arrests by police.
Families of victims and hostages organized many of the events and continue to push for government accountability.
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An expert in military strategy said the West does not have enough interceptor missiles to stop Russia’s frequent and large attacks on Ukraine. Ukraine’s allies are helping as much as they can, but they face challenges due to the number and speed of Russian attacks.
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Russia has launched massive and frequent attacks on Ukraine.
The West is providing support to Ukraine.
Interceptor missiles are used to shoot down incoming attacks.
The West currently lacks enough interceptor missiles to handle all Russian attacks.
Frank Ledwidge, a military strategy expert, made these observations in an interview.
Ukrainian officials have said they will respond to Russian attacks.
Russian attacks have caused significant damage and casualties in Kyiv.
The situation reflects ongoing military conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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A federal appeals court stopped a lower court’s order that said the National Park Service must put back signs and exhibits removed during President Trump’s administration. The appeals court ruled that the previous decision to restore these items is paused.
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The 1st Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court’s ruling.
The lower court had ordered the National Park Service to restore signs and exhibits removed.
These materials were taken down during President Trump’s administration.
The Trump administration said the removals were part of a planned change.
The appeals court temporarily blocked the order to restore the materials.
The case relates to how the government manages historical and informational displays in national parks.
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Wildfires in southwestern France have forced nearly 3,000 people to leave their homes. The fires followed an early heatwave, causing concern from French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu.
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About 3,000 people were evacuated due to wildfires in southwestern France.
The wildfires came after a record-breaking heatwave in the region.
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu warned about the early start of the wildfire season.
Wildfires are linked to the unusually hot and dry weather conditions.
The heatwave is part of a larger pattern affecting Europe in 2026.
French authorities are responding to the fires to protect residents and property.
The situation highlights concerns about climate change and its effects on weather and natural disasters.
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David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, was formally charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C. Prosecutors say he pulled up the pool's bottom liner, causing damage, while his lawyers deny the claims and say he is innocent. The case is part of a broader investigation into several incidents of vandalism at the Reflecting Pool.
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David Hearn was indicted for felony destruction of property related to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Prosecutors say Hearn pulled up and removed the pool's bottom liner, damaging a two-square-foot area.
Hearn faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
The indictment is the first since President Trump mentioned vandalism to the pool after a $14 million renovation.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said other possible vandalism cases to the Reflecting Pool are under review.
Hearn denies damaging the pool and claims he was never read his Miranda rights.
Hearn’s lawyers called the charges "outrageous" and suggested they are politically motivated.
The investigation includes both felony and misdemeanor cases related to vandalism at the Reflecting Pool.
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David Hearn, a US Olympian, was indicted for allegedly damaging the Washington DC reflecting pool after its recent renovation. President Trump accused vandals of harming the pool, but Hearn denies these claims and says he did not cause any damage.
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David Hearn is a three-time US Olympian and canoeist.
He was indicted for “maliciously” damaging the lining of the reflecting pool on June 19.
Hearn was arrested after touching a partly detached piece of the pool’s liner.
He denies vandalizing or breaking anything and says he was arrested unfairly.
President Trump ordered a $14.7 million renovation to the reflecting pool for the country’s 250th anniversary.
Soon after the renovation, algae turned the water green and a large tear was reported in the pool’s liner.
Trump said the government would release photos and videos to prove the vandalism but has not done so yet.
The pool is a historic site, linked to important events like Martin Luther King Jr.’s "I Have a Dream" speech.
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Olympian David Hearn has been charged with damaging property at the D.C. Reflecting Pool. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced that Hearn allegedly removed a piece of sealant from the pool's bottom on June 19.
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David Hearn is an Olympian.
He has been charged with destruction of property.
The incident happened at the D.C. Reflecting Pool.
Hearn is accused of ripping out a piece of sealant from the pool.
The event occurred on June 19.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced the indictment.
The charge is part of a formal legal process called an indictment.
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The Supreme Court refused to stop a daily $800 fine against former Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge. She was ordered to reveal her confidential source in a lawsuit by scientist Yanping Chen, who claims the government leaked private information that harmed her.
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The Supreme Court denied Herridge’s request to pause the $800-a-day fine.
Herridge was held in civil contempt for refusing to reveal her source about a Chinese American scientist.
Yanping Chen sued the FBI and Justice Department claiming leaked information damaged her life and violated the Privacy Act.
Chen was investigated by the FBI but never charged.
Herridge’s 2017 Fox News stories focused on Chen’s ties to the Chinese military and possible spying concerns.
A judge ruled Chen’s need to identify the source outweighed Herridge’s right to protect it.
Media experts worry this ruling could discourage sources from sharing information with reporters.
Herridge has worked for major news outlets and is now an independent journalist.
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