The UK government has allowed pubs to stay open late for England’s upcoming World Cup soccer game against Mexico. Newspapers also highlight Catherine, Princess of Wales, attending Wimbledon and report on calls for changes in UK law to deport a convicted rapist whose release has caused public concern.
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Pubs in England can stay open late for the World Cup game against Mexico, with some allowed until 1:00 AM or even 5:00 AM.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said efforts are being made to let football fans enjoy the games without worrying about closing times.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, visited Wimbledon wearing a blue suit and received media attention.
Shabir Ahmed, convicted of multiple rapes, was released from prison after 14 years, leading to calls for his deportation.
The UK government has been urged to change the law to deport released rapists more easily.
Pakistan has reportedly blocked the deportation of Shabir Ahmed.
Russian air attacks on Kyiv were reported, with concerns about an armed provocation on Polish soil to test NATO’s response.
Labour’s likely next leader, Andy Burnham, suggested there may be room for some tax increases in the party’s plans.
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The United States is creating an official America 250 time capsule in Philadelphia. It will hold hundreds of objects that represent the country’s history and culture to be preserved for future generations.
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The time capsule is part of the America 250 celebration.
It is located in Philadelphia, a city important to U.S. history.
Hundreds of artifacts will be placed inside the capsule.
The items reflect aspects of American history and culture.
The capsule is meant to be opened in the future to show what life was like today.
This project is a way to honor and remember the country’s past.
Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of American independence.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently received a newly created award from Seychelles during his visit there. Similar awards were also made for him quickly in other countries, prompting discussion about the nature and timing of these honors.
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Modi received the "Guardian of the Blue Horizon" award from Seychelles, given for the first time just days before his visit.
The award certificate contained spelling mistakes and was flagged as likely created by artificial intelligence software.
Critics noted Modi has often received special awards during foreign visits, some created specifically for him.
For example, Israel made a new medal called the "medal of the Knesset" and gave it to Modi as the only recipient.
India created the Philip Kotler presidential award, and Modi was the first and only one to get it.
Modi also received Ethiopia’s Great Honour Nishan and an order from Trinidad & Tobago in the past year.
Supporters see these awards as recognition of Modi’s leadership and India’s growing global influence.
Some analysts say these awards help promote Modi’s strong personal image in politics.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are having their rehearsal dinner at Madison Square Garden. This information comes from two law enforcement officials involved with the security for the event.
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The rehearsal dinner is taking place at Madison Square Garden.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are the main people involved in the event.
Two law enforcement officials confirmed the location and timing.
The officials have direct knowledge of the security plans.
CBS News reported this information through a senior correspondent.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce together donated $26 million to support 20 different charities. They made this announcement just before a rehearsal dinner event involving 100 people at Madison Square Garden.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated a total of $26 million.
The donations were given to 20 different charities.
The announcement was made on a Thursday.
The announcement came hours before a large rehearsal dinner.
The rehearsal dinner was held at Madison Square Garden.
About 100 people attended the rehearsal dinner.
The news was reported by CBS News and Jo Ling Kent.
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More than 120 people on the cruise ship Ruby Princess caught a stomach virus called norovirus during a trip from San Francisco to Canada and Alaska. The virus, which spreads easily in crowded places, caused symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. The cruise line cleaned the ship before its next journey and health officials shared advice on preventing the illness.
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The Ruby Princess cruise ship had 102 passengers and 23 crew members infected by norovirus.
The ship was on a 20-day round trip from San Francisco to Canada and Alaska.
Norovirus spreads through food, water, and surfaces, especially in crowded areas.
The illness causes sudden vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain lasting about three days.
The CDC noticed seven cruise ship illness outbreaks this year, mostly norovirus.
The ship had 3,032 passengers and 1,144 crew onboard during the trip.
Princess Cruises said the crew quickly increased cleaning and sanitation on the ship.
Washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is important to prevent norovirus; hand sanitizer is less effective.
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A rare copy of the US Declaration of Independence was found in the UK’s National Archives by a volunteer cataloguing old naval documents. This copy was captured from an American ship by the British Royal Navy in 1776 and is the only known copy of its kind outside the United States.
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The copy was found by volunteer Michael Scurr in February while sorting papers related to the American Revolutionary War.
It is one of 11 copies printed in Exeter, New Hampshire, in July 1776 to spread news of American independence.
The document was seized by the HMS Raisonable after capturing the American ship Dalton off Portugal on Christmas Eve 1776.
The copy was folded among papers belonging to Captain Thomas Fitzherbert and transported to Britain in January 1777.
It was originally described simply as "another paper" and remained hidden in the UK archives for centuries.
The document has been restored to repair damage and is now safe for handling and display.
It will be shown at The National Archives’ exhibition called Revolution 250: America’s Independence Story, 1763-1783.
The National Archives already holds three original official copies printed in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776.
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President Donald Trump reported earning $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures in 2025 according to his recent financial disclosure. A certified public accountant (CPA) named Shehan Chandrasekera analyzed this information and shared insights on CBS News.
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President Donald Trump made $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency in 2025.
This information came from his financial disclosure report.
Shehan Chandrasekera is a CPA and tax expert specializing in digital currencies.
Chandrasekera provided analysis of Trump’s crypto income on CBS News.
The discussion focused on the tax and financial aspects of this large crypto gain.
The report and analysis were presented through the CBS News app and website.
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U.S. Olympian David Hearn has been charged with a felony for allegedly damaging the Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial. The incident is under investigation by authorities.
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David Hearn is a U.S. Olympian.
He faces a felony charge related to vandalism.
The vandalism allegedly occurred at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
The case is being reported by CBS News.
The Justice Department is involved in the investigation.
No further details on the incident or evidence have been provided yet.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a historic site in Washington, D.C.
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Rescue teams in Venezuela continue searching for survivors over a week after two earthquakes hit the country. They saved a security guard who was trapped under rubble and survived because rescuers fed him through a syringe while he was stuck.
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Two earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing damage and trapping people under rubble.
Rescue workers have been searching for survivors for more than a week.
A security guard was found alive under the rubble.
He was fed through a syringe for several days while trapped.
The rescue was successful after days of effort.
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The Trump administration charged David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, with felony vandalism for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC. Hearn denies the accusations, saying he only touched the pool to feel the peeling paint, while the government says he forcefully removed part of the pool’s sealant.
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David Hearn, 67, faces felony charges for allegedly damaging the Reflecting Pool.
The pool was recently renovated under a $13.1 million contract awarded by President Trump.
The renovation involved sealing and repainting the pool in a blue color called “American flag blue.”
Soon after reopening, the pool developed an algae problem and the blue paint started peeling.
Officials say Hearn pulled up roughly 2 square feet of the pool’s bottom liner forcibly.
Hearn denies vandalism and says he was just curious about the peeling paint.
The case hearing is scheduled for July 9, and the pool remains closed for repairs.
US Attorney Jeanine Pirro says the damage exceeds $1,000, justifying felony charges.
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Former U.S. Olympian David Hearn was charged with a felony for allegedly damaging about two feet of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This incident happened during ongoing issues related to algae growth and political debates about President Trump's $16 million renovation project.
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David Hearn is a former U.S. Olympian.
He was indicted on a felony charge.
The charge relates to tearing up around two feet of the Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial.
The damage allegedly occurred last month.
The Reflecting Pool is currently dealing with algae blooms, which are excessive growths of algae in the water.
There is political controversy over a $16 million renovation project led by President Trump.
The incident has received media coverage from CBS News.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a well-known public landmark in Washington, D.C.
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The U.S. Supreme Court allowed President Donald Trump’s administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians, which means about 330,000 Haitians could lose their legal status and work permits by July 10. Lawmakers warn this could cause a shortage of caregivers in the U.S. healthcare system, especially in states like Florida, New York, and Massachusetts.
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TPS lets people from countries facing crises live and work in the U.S. temporarily.
The Supreme Court ruling allows ending TPS for Haitians, Syrians, and Venezuelans.
Around 330,000 Haitians have TPS, mostly living in Florida.
About one-third of Haitians with TPS work in healthcare jobs like nursing assistants and caregivers.
Ending TPS could force many Haitians to leave, worsening the current shortage of caregivers.
Caregivers with TPS support patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and assist people with disabilities.
Experts say Florida, with many elderly residents, will be hit hardest by this loss of workers.
Immigrants with TPS make up about 15% of all noncitizen healthcare workers in the U.S.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are holding wedding-related events at Madison Square Garden in New York City starting July 2, 2026. The events include a small private gathering and a larger celebration with about 1,000 guests, with strict privacy and security measures including no-phone rules and street closures.
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The wedding festivities began on July 2, 2026, at Madison Square Garden (MSG).
About 100 people attended the first event, starting around 6 p.m.
A second event with about 1,000 guests started the next day at 4 p.m. and lasted until 4 a.m.
A Chevrolet Suburban believed to be carrying Taylor Swift arrived at MSG on Thursday.
Swift and Kelce donated $26 million to charities shortly before the events.
City Harvest, a New York food rescue group, received $1 million from the couple.
No phones were allowed inside the events, and tents and canopies blocked views of arriving guests.
Streets near MSG were closed to traffic and pedestrians, with some nearby avenues still open.
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Taylor Swift is rumored to be marrying football player Travis Kelce in a secret wedding in New York City. The event is expected to have around 1,100 guests, with styles ranging from classic and romantic to bold and whimsical. Details about the dress code and whether the event will be livestreamed remain unclear.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got engaged in August 2025.
The wedding may take place at Madison Square Garden, a large sports venue in Manhattan.
About 1,100 guests are expected to attend the wedding.
A rumored dress code is black tie, with men possibly wearing top hats and women evening gloves.
The wedding theme might be "whimsical," with guests wearing vibrant colors and flowy dresses.
Celebrities attending include Selena Gomez, Suki Waterhouse, the Haim sisters, Cara Delevingne, Jack Antonoff, and Sabrina Carpenter.
Attendees are expected to balance looking stylish without overshadowing the bride.
Taylor Swift may wear a custom designer dress, possibly featuring a corset, from well-known designers like Stella McCartney or Oscar de la Renta.
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President Donald Trump said his family’s business activities face constant questions about conflicts of interest because of his powerful role in the White House. He said he has stepped back from managing his businesses and that his children run them, but their actions are still heavily scrutinized.
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President Trump said his children face conflict-of-interest accusations due to his position.
He claims he does not manage his businesses during his presidency; his children handle them.
Trump’s latest financial disclosure shows $1.4 billion expected income in 2025, including cryptocurrency ventures.
Critics say the family’s expanding business interests raise conflict concerns, especially in crypto and real estate.
Trump said federal conflict-of-interest laws do not require presidents to sell personal assets.
He sympathizes with his children and has advised them to avoid controversies related to his political role.
During Trump’s first term, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner worked as senior White House advisers but did not return to official roles in his second term.
Supporters argue Trump complies with ethics rules and that no illegal activity has been shown in the family’s businesses.
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The UK’s National Archives found a rare copy of the U.S. Declaration of Independence printed in July 1776. This copy was discovered in the papers of a British ship that captured an American privateer during the Revolutionary War.
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The discovery was made by volunteer Michael Scurr in May while organizing documents at the National Archives in London.
The document was attached to a report on the capture of the American ship Dalton on Christmas Eve, 1776.
It is a rare Exeter printing of the Declaration of Independence, made in New Hampshire between July 16-19, 1776.
Only 11 copies of the Exeter printing are known to exist, and this is the only one found outside the United States.
The orders on the captured ship were signed by John Hancock, president of the Continental Congress.
The document shows how American naval forces used the Declaration to explain their reasons for fighting against Britain.
This find highlights the role of American privateers who fought at sea during the Revolutionary War, beyond the well-known army battles.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. agreed to strengthen trade, energy, and security cooperation between their countries. Canada aims to reduce its economic dependence on the United States by deepening ties with the Philippines and the broader Indo-Pacific region.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met in Vancouver to discuss closer relations.
Both leaders want to create a free trade agreement between Canada and the Philippines.
They plan to enhance defense and maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific area.
Canada is negotiating trade deals with the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries.
The Filipino community in Canada numbers about one million and supports these ties.
Canada aims to double its exports to countries other than the U.S. within ten years.
Tariffs imposed by the United States have reduced investment interest in Canada.
President Marcos will chair the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Manila later this year.
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The FBI has sent 260 staff members to Georgia to assist with an investigation into the 2020 election in Fulton County. This effort includes checking hundreds of records by mid-July as part of a priority investigation.
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The FBI asked over 200 staff from offices across the country to help the Georgia election probe.
A memo requested 260 investigative analysts and operations specialists join the investigation.
Each staff member is to review about 708 records by July 17.
The investigation involves the 2020 election in Fulton County, Georgia, which includes Atlanta.
In January, FBI agents took hundreds of boxes of ballots and documents from Fulton County.
The Justice Department said it is investigating reported problems during the 2020 election in the county.
Georgia counted its 2020 presidential votes three times, including one hand recount, all confirming Joe Biden’s win.
President Donald Trump and his supporters have claimed, without evidence, that fraud affected the 2020 election results.
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