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The United States announced it will not renew the USMCA trade agreement with Mexico and Canada in its current form, just before the agreement’s first review. President Donald Trump has expressed doubts about the deal and wants to address trade deficits and other concerns through new negotiations.
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The USMCA is a trade agreement between the US, Mexico, and Canada covering $1.6 trillion in trade, effective since July 1, 2020.
It replaced the previous NAFTA agreement and aimed to create balanced trade and support jobs in North America.
The US will not renew the USMCA as it currently stands but will continue talks with Mexico and Canada to fix issues.
President Trump criticized the deal, saying the US doesn’t need what Canada and Mexico have but they need US goods and should treat the US better.
Trade deficits with Mexico and Canada are rising, driven by oil imports from Canada and goods shifting to Mexico after US tariffs on China.
The agreement includes a “sunset clause” that will cause it to expire in 2036 unless amended.
Mexico and Canada have shown willingness to work with the US to resolve trade differences.
The US has imposed tariffs on cars, metals, and lumber from Mexico and Canada, increasing trade tensions.
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Many areas in the United States are experiencing very high temperatures before the Fourth of July weekend. Officials are warning people about the risks from the extreme heat.
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Millions of people across the U.S. face dangerously hot weather.
The heat is happening just before the Fourth of July holiday.
Officials are issuing warnings to keep people safe.
The intense temperatures can cause health problems like heat exhaustion.
It is important for people to stay hydrated and avoid being outside too long.
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Almost 1.2 million undocumented migrants in Spain applied to get legal status between April and June 2026. The Spanish government is processing over 600,000 requests, and expects about half a million people to be successfully regularized.
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The application window for legal status closed on June 30, 2026.
Spain’s government launched this regularization program despite many European countries increasing immigration restrictions.
Around 67% of applicants come from Latin America, with Colombia representing nearly 26%.
African migrants make up about 23% of applicants, with Morocco being the most common African country.
Most applicants are under 45 years old; 57% are men and 43% women.
To qualify, migrants must have no criminal record and lived in Spain for at least five months before January 1, 2026.
The government has three months to decide on each application and, if approved, issues work and residence permits valid only in Spain.
The regularization scheme is partly aimed at sectors like construction that need more workers.
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Iran is holding a funeral for its former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed during a conflict involving the U.S. and Israel. Iran has warned Israel and the United States not to carry out attacks during the funeral.
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Iran is conducting funeral ceremonies for its former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.
Ali Khamenei was reportedly killed months ago during a war between Iran, the U.S., and Israel.
Iran has issued warnings to Israel and the United States against attacking during the funeral events.
The conflict involves military tensions centered in Tehran, Iran’s capital.
CBS News correspondents have reported on the situation and funeral proceedings.
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This summer, there will likely be more ticks than usual because they are spreading into new areas. The article explains the reasons for this growth and gives advice on how to protect yourself from ticks.
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Tick season is expected to be worse than normal this summer.
Ticks are expanding their range into new regions.
More ticks increase the chances of tick bites and related illnesses.
Experts explain the reasons behind the tick population growth.
The article offers tips on how people can stay safe from ticks.
Ticks can carry diseases that affect human health.
Being aware and taking precautions can reduce the risk of tick bites.
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President Donald Trump is urging for faster decreases in oil prices and gas prices. Meanwhile, the United States added fewer new jobs than expected during this period.
Key Facts
President Trump said oil prices are falling quickly.
Gas prices are also dropping but not as fast as oil prices.
He shared these comments on the social media platform Truth Social.
The U.S. added fewer new jobs than experts predicted.
This news came during a 60-day deal with Iran, which is now two weeks in.
Brent crude oil prices are a point of reference in the discussion.
The situation affects the cost of fuel for American consumers.
The job market data indicates slower employment growth than hoped.
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The government in England has revealed that councils do not know where 32,100 teenagers aged 16-17 who are not in school, work, or training (called NEET) are located. Officials are calling for better tracking of these young people so they can get support before they lose opportunities.
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Councils have no information on 32,100 young people aged 16-17 who are NEET (not in education, employment, or training).
Some councils don’t know the status of over 3% of their teenagers, with North Lincolnshire missing data for nearly half.
Only four councils in England have complete records of their NEET 16- to 17-year-olds.
The education secretary is asking councils to improve how they identify and support at-risk young people.
New guidance for schools and colleges will help teachers spot students likely to drop out.
A recent report warned about a “lost generation” of young people due to rising NEET numbers, which now exceed one million in Britain.
Accurate tracking is seen as crucial to offering early help and preventing teenagers from missing out on career or training opportunities.
The government plans to support councils with new tools and guidance for better data collection and intervention.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the upcoming Michigan Senate Democratic primary. She supports him because he has a plan that focuses on helping working people.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a Democratic congresswoman from New York.
Abdul El-Sayed is a former health director in Wayne County, Michigan.
The endorsement came about one month before the Michigan Senate Democratic primary.
Ocasio-Cortez described El-Sayed as a progressive candidate.
She stated that El-Sayed has a plan aimed at supporting working-class people.
The endorsement was announced on the social media platform X.
El-Sayed is running to become Michigan’s next U.S. senator.
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) upgraded the recall of several potato chip brands made by Utz to its highest level due to a possible risk of salmonella contamination. The recall covers about 650,000 bags of chips with certain best-by dates, and consumers are advised not to eat these products and to discard them.
Key Facts
The FDA gave the recall a Class 1 designation, meaning the product may cause serious health problems or death.
The recall affects Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips made by Utz.
The contamination risk comes from dry milk powder in a seasoning ingredient sourced from a third party.
About 650,000 bags with best-by dates from July 27 to August 31 are involved.
Utz announced the recall voluntarily in May and said no illnesses have been reported so far.
Consumers should not eat the recalled chips and can contact Utz for a refund.
Salmonella bacteria cause food poisoning, with symptoms like fever, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.
The FDA report did not give additional details on why the recall was upgraded to the highest level.
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The Trump administration changed how U.S. history is presented in national parks by removing or altering signs and displays about sensitive topics like slavery, Native American history, and climate change. This effort aimed to promote a version of history that leaves out uncomfortable facts and did so across many parks and historic sites.
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Jerry Bransford’s ancestor, Materson Bransford, was an enslaved guide at Mammoth Cave, who became an expert on the cave system.
National parks in the U.S. often tell stories about the country's history as well as nature.
The Trump administration worked to change or remove signs and materials that included facts about slavery, Native American genocide, George Washington’s slave ownership, and climate change.
This campaign affected many signs and displays in the National Park Service’s 433 parks, sites, and monuments.
Critics say these changes erase the histories of groups who are not white, wealthy, Christian, or male.
Some experts believe these changes will affect how history is shared in national parks for many years.
The Department of the Interior did not respond to questions about the number or details of changes made.
The Guardian reviewed thousands of images and documents and spoke to current and former park employees to report on these changes.
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A new art exhibition called "A Life in Colour" is on display at The Box museum in Plymouth, Devon. The show features the vibrant work of British artist Gillian Ayres, celebrating her use of bold colors and her long career as a painter.
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The exhibition highlights paintings by Gillian Ayres, a British artist who died in 2018.
Ayres was known for her bright colors and abstract style, focusing on feeling rather than meaning.
The show covers seven decades of her work, from early landscapes to large murals and vibrant late pieces.
Some murals from the 1950s that were covered by wallpaper were rediscovered in excellent condition.
Ayres lived in north Devon for the last 30 years of her life, where she created many late works.
The Box museum in Plymouth won the Art Fund Museum of the Year award, where this exhibition is held.
Ayres was described as a "painter’s painter" who stayed true to painting even when it was less popular.
Her family recalls challenges in moving her large paintings from her rural studio due to their size and location.
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The article is a letter from Kevin Powell to his two young nieces on America’s 250th birthday in 2026. He explains that while America celebrates freedom and democracy, this country’s history includes slavery, racism, and inequality, especially for Black people and women. Powell reflects on his own life and the progress made through civil rights, while warning about current threats to those hard-won freedoms.
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America will celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, marking its founding in 1776.
Many Black people were enslaved at the time America was founded and helped build the nation with unpaid labor.
The country’s founders did not originally consider all people equal, especially Black people, Indigenous peoples, women, or working-class Whites.
Slavery ended after the Civil War, about 100 years before Black Americans gained full voting rights through the Civil Rights Movement.
Civil rights leaders like Ella Baker, Fannie Lou Hamer, Bayard Rustin, and John Lewis helped change society for the better.
The author grew up poor with a single mother but overcame challenges to achieve his goals because of the progress made by those before him.
Powell warns that today’s society faces new challenges such as hate, violence, and policies that threaten freedom and equality.
He encourages his nieces to remember their history and believe they can continue to push for justice and opportunity.
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Tyler Perry’s TV show "All the Queen’s Men" Season 5, Episode 6 will be available to watch on Paramount+ on July 8, 2026, at 12 a.m. Pacific Time. The season is releasing new episodes every Wednesday through July 22, 2026.
Key Facts
Episode 6 of Season 5 releases on July 8, 2026, at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET.
New episodes come out every Wednesday until July 22, 2026.
The show streams on Paramount+, requiring a paid subscription.
Paramount+ Essential costs $7.99 per month or $59 per year.
An option with Showtime included costs $12.99 per month or $119.99 per year.
The exact plot details for Episode 6 have not been announced yet.
Episodes release at the same time worldwide with different local times listed (e.g., 4 a.m. BRT, 8 a.m. BST).
The season started on June 10, 2026, and Episode 8 will be the season finale on July 22, 2026.
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The Supreme Court ruled that companies like Monsanto can use federal approval of their products to stop people from filing lawsuits against them. This decision means people may have fewer ways to seek justice if they are harmed by these products.
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Monsanto is a large company that makes chemical products.
Monsanto argued that federal approval protects them from lawsuits.
The Supreme Court agreed with Monsanto’s argument.
This ruling limits the ability of individuals to sue companies over certain approved products.
The case raises questions about public safety and corporate responsibility.
It focuses on how federal regulations interact with the legal rights of citizens.
The decision could impact how similar cases are handled in the future.
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U.S. employers added 57,000 jobs in June, which was much less than expected. The unemployment rate fell slightly to 4.2%, but the slower job growth suggests hiring is losing strength.
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Economists predicted 100,000 new jobs in June, but only 57,000 were added.
The unemployment rate dropped from 4.3% in May to 4.2% in June.
Job growth in April and May was revised down by a total of 74,000 jobs.
The professional and business services sector added the most jobs with 36,000 in June.
Healthcare added 22,000 jobs, less than its average monthly gain of 38,000 over the past year.
Leisure and hospitality lost 61,000 jobs, partly due to lower-than-expected hiring around the World Cup.
Experts say the labor market is still strong but note signs of slower hiring and lower consumer confidence.
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Many places in the United States have names that come from the languages of Native American peoples. These names come from different tribes and reflect meanings tied to the land or culture.
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Alabama’s name comes from the Alibamu people and means "plant-cutters" in the Choctaw language.
Yosemite is pronounced Yohhe'meti in the Miwok language.
Many US cities, states, rivers, and lakes still use Indigenous names today.
The article shows 50 places with Native American names.
It includes original pronunciations and meanings of these place names.
This highlights the lasting impact of Native American languages across the country.
The feature is published as the US marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence.
Readers can listen to the native pronunciations by interacting with the content.
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Colorado Governor Jared Polis fired two members of his clemency board because they publicly disagreed with his decision to reduce the prison sentence of Tina Peters. Peters, a former state elections clerk, was the first local official convicted for trying to interfere with the 2020 presidential election results.
Key Facts
Governor Jared Polis is a Democrat and leads Colorado.
Tina Peters was a state elections clerk in Colorado.
Peters was convicted for actions to interfere with the 2020 presidential election.
Polis reduced Peters' prison sentence, a process called commutation.
Two members of the clemency board, Azra Taslimi and Hannah Seigel Proff, opposed this commutation publicly.
Governor Polis fired these two clemency board members after they spoke out.
Clemency boards advise on decisions like pardons or sentence reductions.
This event is related to political and legal issues surrounding the 2020 U.S. election.
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The U.S. job market added 57,000 jobs in June, which was fewer than expected and much lower than May’s 172,000. Inflation remains high at 4.2%, more than twice the Federal Reserve’s target, leading to concerns about possible interest rate increases.
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The U.S. added 57,000 jobs in June, down from 172,000 jobs added in May.
Average monthly job growth from January to May was about 114,000 jobs.
The unemployment rate slightly dropped from 4.3% in May to 4.2% in June.
The professional and business services sector added 36,000 jobs in June.
High inflation (4.2%) is more than double the Federal Reserve’s 2% target.
Inflation has been driven by factors including the Iran war and higher oil prices.
The Federal Reserve is considering raising interest rates to reduce inflation.
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh expects AI to create jobs and boost the economy.
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A week after strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, rescue teams are still searching for many missing people. So far, at least 2,295 people have died and more than 11,000 have been injured.
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Rescue workers from seven countries have been working nonstop for days.
A man named Hernan Gil has been trapped under rubble for eight days in the city of Catia La Mar.
Hernan Gil is 43 years old and was a security guard.
The Venezuelan government says at least 2,295 people died in the earthquake.
More than 11,000 people were injured by the quake.
The United Nations is sending 10,000 body bags to help with the number of dead.
The earthquake damaged buildings including a government housing complex called Misión Vivienda.
Rescue efforts continue amid concerns about health and safety after the disaster.
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Reports say preparations are happening at Madison Square Garden in New York City for a possible wedding between singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce. Some fans are unsure if the wedding will actually take place there.
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Madison Square Garden in New York City is being prepared for a big event.
The event is believed to be the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
Taylor Swift is a famous singer.
Travis Kelce is a professional football player.
Some of Taylor Swift’s fans doubt that the wedding will happen at this location.
The information comes from a CBS News report.
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