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The article explains why reducing the amount of oil stored in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) is a good financial choice. It discusses how the global oil market has changed since the 1970s and why holding large reserves may no longer be as necessary or cost-effective.
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The Strategic Petroleum Reserve holds large amounts of oil for emergencies.
The oil market has changed a lot since the 1973-1974 oil embargo.
Keeping big oil reserves costs money and may not always make sense.
Using or selling some oil from the reserve can help save money.
Changing the size of the reserve responds to current oil supply and demand.
The decision aims to balance emergency preparedness and economic efficiency.
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A conference on slavery and reparatory justice took place last week in Accra, Ghana, bringing together leaders, experts, and representatives from Africa and the Caribbean. They discussed the long-term effects of the transatlantic slave trade and created a 19-point plan asking for apologies, reparations, and cooperation to address the legacies of slavery.
Key Facts
The conference was held at Christiansborg Castle in Accra, a historic site linked to the slave trade.
Participants included heads of state, policymakers, academics, legal experts, civil society groups, and diaspora representatives.
The meeting followed a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as a major crime against humanity, supported by 123 countries.
The conference produced a 19-point framework calling for formal apologies, reparations, return of cultural artifacts, debt relief, and education.
Countries involved in the slave trade included Portugal, Britain, France, Spain, and the Netherlands.
Some countries, like the Netherlands and France, have acknowledged or apologized for their role, while others, like Britain, have expressed regret without agreeing to reparations.
Ghana's President Mahama emphasized moving beyond symbolism to real actions on reparatory justice.
The conference highlighted ongoing issues such as economic inequality, systemic racism, and cultural loss tied to the history of slavery.
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President Donald Trump instructed the Justice Department to look into claims that gas prices were being unfairly raised during talks with Iran. At the same time, Congress has revealed new information about Bill Gates’s testimony related to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.
Key Facts
President Trump told the Justice Department to investigate possible gas price gouging.
This investigation is related to ongoing negotiations with Iran.
Lawmakers are continuing their inquiry into the Jeffrey Epstein case.
New details from Bill Gates’s congressional testimony have come to light.
The news was reported by CBS News journalists Nikole Killion and Caitlin Huey-Burns.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the recent fatal crash in Texas does not make sense if caused by Tesla’s full self-driving software. The crash involved a 76-year-old woman, Martha Avila, who died when a Tesla vehicle drove through her home in Katy, Texas. Authorities and the driver have suggested Tesla’s automated driving system might have been involved.
Key Facts
A Tesla vehicle crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing Martha Avila, age 76.
The crash happened on a Friday.
Police and the driver have indicated Tesla’s full self-driving software may have played a role.
Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, disagrees with these suggestions.
Musk said the crash situation “makes no sense” if caused by the software.
Full self-driving software is Tesla’s automatic driving system meant to guide the car without human control.
The investigation is ongoing and details are still being reviewed.
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President Trump postponed signing a bipartisan housing affordability bill until Congress passes the unrelated SAVE America Act, which he calls a national emergency. He announced the cancellation on Truth Social after House Republican leaders praised the housing bill and its cooperation with the White House.
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President Trump canceled the signing of a housing affordability bill planned for Wednesday.
The signing will not happen until Congress passes the SAVE America Act.
Trump describes the SAVE America Act as a national emergency.
The SAVE America Act is a voting-related bill unrelated to the housing bill.
House GOP leaders had just praised the bipartisan housing bill and cooperation with President Trump.
Rep. French Hill said the housing bill shows how lawmakers can work together across parties and chambers.
The cancellation highlights President Trump’s push to prioritize the passage of the SAVE America Act.
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The Army, Navy, and Air Force have reinstated the flu vaccine requirement for basic trainees after a flu outbreak at a Texas Air Force base sickened over 220 recruits and hospitalized four. This decision reverses a recent policy change by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who had removed the flu shot mandate earlier this year.
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At least 222 recruits fell ill with the flu at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas.
Four recruits were hospitalized due to the flu outbreak.
One recruit, Keon McDaniel, died during basic training; it is unclear if his death was flu-related.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had dropped the flu shot requirement in April, calling it “not rational.”
Only about 40% of new Air Force trainees at the base were vaccinated against the flu.
The Pentagon granted exceptions to bring back the flu vaccine policy for Army, Navy, Air Force, the National Security Agency, and the Defense Health Agency.
The flu vaccine mandate aims to protect military readiness and prevent disease spread in close living conditions.
The U.S. military first required flu shots in 1945 and has a long history of using vaccines to protect soldiers from infectious diseases.
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Many retailers offer big discounts during Amazon’s Prime Day event to attract shoppers who do not have Amazon Prime or prefer other stores. This article lists 23 top sales from stores like Best Buy, REI, Cozy Earth, and Walmart on kitchen, tech, home, and travel products.
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Amazon holds an annual sales event called Prime Day with steep discounts.
Competitors like Best Buy, REI, Walmart, Cozy Earth, and Caraway offer their own big sales at the same time.
Deals cover many categories including kitchen items, mattresses, tech gadgets, clothing, and coolers.
Examples include Apple AirPods Pro 3 at $179.99 (original $249.99) at Best Buy and Cozy Earth Waffle Bath Towels at $86.40 (original $108).
Some discounts require special codes, like PRIME10 or FIELD20.
Popular products recommended by experts and tested by the Filter staff are included.
The sales aim to attract customers away from Amazon and offer savings even without a Prime membership.
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This article lists 40 top deals available during Prime Day 2026, carefully chosen and tested by editors to help shoppers find good discounts on items in categories like kitchen, home, sleep, travel, tech, beauty, and fashion. The list includes products such as a nonstick pan, a wine chiller, a blender, a tower fan, and electronics, with updated prices shown for each.
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Editors selected 40 best deals for Prime Day 2026, testing and verifying each product's price history and quality.
Deals cover various categories: kitchen, home, sleep, travel, technology, beauty, and fashion.
The Our Place Titanium Always Pan Pro is on sale for $129, down from $179.
The BrüMate Togosa 2-in-1 Wine Chiller Bucket & Pitcher is available for $55.99, reduced from $69.99.
The Vitamix 5200 Blender costs $349.95, marked down from $499.95.
The Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink & Slushie Machine is priced at $199.99, discounted from $349.99.
The list is updated daily with new deals during the Prime Day event.
Price history checks help prevent falling for fake discounts or inflated original prices.
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President Donald Trump canceled a planned signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing affordability bill, delaying its approval. He said he would only approve the bill after Congress passes the SAVE America Act, a voting law he calls a "national emergency."
Key Facts
President Trump stopped the signing of a housing bill that had strong support in Congress.
The bill aims to increase home building and lower housing costs.
Trump wants Congress to pass the SAVE America Act first, which focuses on voting regulations.
The housing bill passed both the House and Senate by wide margins.
Senator Mark Kelly criticized Trump for ignoring housing issues affecting many Americans.
The housing bill was designed to help with rent and home buying expenses.
Trump described the housing bill as "of minor importance."
The decision creates pressure on Republicans to support Trump's election-related priorities.
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Iván Cepeda, a progressive candidate, lost the Colombian presidential election to Abelardo de la Espriella, a conservative outsider endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump. De la Espriella won by about 251,000 votes and will start his term on August 7, 2026.
Key Facts
Iván Cepeda conceded the presidency to Abelardo de la Espriella on June 24, 2026.
De la Espriella is a businessman and lawyer who had never held political office before.
He won the election by a margin of 1 percentage point, nearly 251,000 votes.
The result is seen as a rejection of outgoing President Gustavo Petro’s policies.
De la Espriella is endorsed by President Donald Trump and is a member of the U.S. Republican Party.
He plans to fight violent crime with strict measures similar to those used by El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele.
De la Espriella holds dual citizenship in Colombia and the United States.
His term as Colombia’s president will run for four years, starting on August 7, 2026.
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Americans have mixed feelings about the United States’ 250th anniversary. A new poll finds about four in ten adults feel proud, and around three in ten feel excited about the celebration, which includes events planned by President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C.
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The country’s 250th birthday is being celebrated with events across the U.S., including a fair on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
About 40% of U.S. adults feel proud about the 250th anniversary.
Around 30% say they feel excited about the milestone.
Most Republicans and older adults (age 60 and above) report feeling proud about the anniversary.
About 70% of Republicans say pride describes their feelings, compared to 30% of independents and 20% of Democrats.
Many Americans feel indifferent or conflicted about celebrating the country’s history.
A Gallup poll shows that most Americans believe the Declaration of Independence signers would be disappointed with how the U.S. has developed.
A Montana veteran, Duane Mitchell, plans to celebrate by driving a restored 1954 Chevrolet with decorations in local parades to honor the country and those who served.
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President Donald Trump canceled plans to sign a bill that aims to lower housing costs. He said he will only sign it after Congress approves his Save America Act, which would change voting rules by requiring proof of citizenship and limiting mail-in voting.
Key Facts
President Trump canceled a housing bill signing event on Wednesday.
The housing bill is bipartisan and aims to reduce regulations and speed up housing construction.
The bill also limits corporate landlords from buying single-family homes.
The House of Representatives approved the housing bill the day before.
President Trump wants Congress to approve the Save America Act first.
The Save America Act would require proof of citizenship to register to vote.
The Act would also reduce mail-in voting options.
The housing bill is one of the biggest efforts in decades to increase housing supply and affordability.
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Recent primary elections show a strong shift to the left within the Democratic Party. Progressive and socialist candidates have won key races in places like Pennsylvania, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and New York City, reflecting changing voter preferences.
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Chris Rabb, a socialist, won in Pennsylvania in a seat previously held by establishment Democrats.
Left-wing candidates won multiple elections in Los Angeles and the District of Columbia.
In New York City, progressive and socialist candidates defeated centrist incumbents in Democratic primaries.
The Democratic Socialists of America won several down-ballot races, including four state legislators.
The shift to the left is linked to voter reaction against President Donald Trump’s policies and the Republican Party’s changes.
Democratic voters have become more critical of traditional institutions and more supportive of bold policy changes.
Opposition to Israel’s recent actions in Gaza has caused many Democratic voters to break from party leaders who support Israel.
Younger generations within the Democratic Party strongly support democratic socialism and are influencing the party’s direction.
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A federal judge has stopped the Trump administration from arresting migrants at immigration courts across the United States. The judge ruled that the policy was made without proper explanation and broke the law.
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The ruling came from U.S. District Judge P. Casey Pitts in California.
The judge said the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR) acted arbitrarily and broke the Administrative Procedures Act (APA).
The judge issued a nationwide order preventing the arrest of migrants inside immigration courts.
ICE had been arresting migrants at immigration courts, sometimes after their deportation cases were dismissed.
Deportation hearings decide if a migrant must leave the U.S., and cases are sometimes dismissed to let migrants seek asylum or because they are not a priority for removal.
The Trump administration argued that an executive order allowed these arrests, but the judge rejected this claim.
The Justice Department tried to limit the block to only California, but the judge made it nationwide.
A court filing showed that ICE's 2025 policy did not officially cover arrests at immigration courts, contradicting earlier government statements.
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A natural swimming lake in Halle, Germany, banned visitors who do not speak German well enough to understand safety instructions. Local authorities and anti-discrimination groups have criticized the policy and demanded it be removed, saying it unfairly restricts access and could be seen as xenophobic.
Key Facts
The Heidesee lake in Halle implemented a language check to ensure visitors understand safety rules.
The lake manager said the ban aims to prevent accidents and protect swimmers’ safety.
Critics argue the ban blocks entire groups of people and may be discriminatory.
Halle city officials said the ban must be lifted because it limits public access.
A national anti-discrimination agency may take legal action against the ban.
Germany’s Life Saving Association distanced itself from the lake’s language policy.
The far-right party AfD used the controversy to criticize government policies on immigration.
The city suggested using signs or safety messages in multiple languages instead of the ban.
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The Major Oak, a famous and very old tree in Sherwood Forest linked to the legend of Robin Hood, has died. Many people shared their memories and feelings about this historic tree, recalling visits and the special connection it gave them to the past.
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The Major Oak is a well-known natural landmark in Sherwood Forest, UK.
It is associated with the Robin Hood legend and said to be a hiding place for him and his men.
The tree has died after hundreds of years.
People from different places and generations have visited the Major Oak and shared stories of their experiences.
Some visitors remember standing inside the tree and feeling connected to history.
The tree inspired imagination, teaching, and a sense of wonder.
Experts and locals suggest more care is needed to protect other old trees and woodlands.
Trees help with adapting to climate change and benefit mental and physical health.
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Colombia’s left-wing candidate Iván Cepeda accepted defeat in the presidential election against right-wing Abelardo de la Espriella, who won by a small margin. De la Espriella, a businessman and lawyer new to politics, was supported by U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Iván Cepeda concedes loss in Colombia’s presidential election to Abelardo de la Espriella.
De la Espriella won by about 1%, or nearly 251,000 votes.
De la Espriella is a conservative outsider with a background in business and law.
President Donald Trump endorsed De la Espriella.
Cepeda is a left-wing lawmaker and promised to continue outgoing President Gustavo Petro’s policies.
The election results were seen as a rejection of Petro’s government and its attempts to negotiate with armed groups.
Cepeda initially questioned the results and awaited a recount before conceding.
Colombian election authorities released nearly all vote counts shortly after polls closed.
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Keir Starmer will stay on as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Holborn and St Pancras after stepping down as prime minister. He does not expect to join the cabinet of the new prime minister, Andy Burnham, and will complete his current term in Parliament.
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Keir Starmer confirmed he will remain the MP for Holborn and St Pancras after resigning as prime minister.
Starmer’s team said he does not plan to take a cabinet job if offered by Andy Burnham.
Some MPs suggested Burnham might make Starmer the foreign secretary, but Starmer’s spokesperson denied this.
Starmer has a strong majority of 11,000 votes in his seat, which would be a major target for the Green Party if he left.
Starmer will serve out his term and attend the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara as one of his last acts as prime minister.
Starmer and Burnham met recently for the first time since a byelection; the meeting was described as “frosty” and showed a tense relationship.
Starmer agreed that Burnham’s team can have talks with the civil service before officially taking over as prime minister.
Starmer will avoid new major policies or spending that could limit Burnham’s choices, except for a defense investment plan already decided.
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