Voters in New York City will go to the polls on Tuesday for a primary election to choose one Democratic candidate out of 11. This candidate will compete against current Mayor Eric Adams in November.
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The primary election is scheduled for Tuesday.
People will choose one Democratic candidate from a group of 11.
The winner will face New York City Mayor Eric Adams in the November election.
One candidate is a well-known figure aiming to return to politics.
Another candidate is a young democratic socialist creating a surprising challenge.
William Brangham reported on the election.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a Republican from Alaska, frequently disagreed with President Trump during his first term. She talks about these experiences in her new book, "Far From Home," and recently discussed it with Amna Nawaz.
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Lisa Murkowski is a Republican Senator from Alaska.
She often disagreed with President Trump during his first term.
Murkowski has written a memoir called "Far From Home."
Murkowski's book discusses her experiences and decisions while in office.
She recently talked about her book with Amna Nawaz.
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Footage showed that air defenses in Qatar activated to stop missiles over Doha after Iran attacked a US airbase near the city. The attack was in response to strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Qatar criticized the attack, and the Pentagon reported no injuries to US personnel.
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Iran fired missiles at a US airbase near Doha, Qatar.
The attack happened after strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Qatar's air defenses engaged the missiles in the skies above Doha.
Qatar called the attack a "flagrant violation."
The Pentagon stated that no US personnel were injured in the attack.
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Early reports indicate Iran fired missiles at a US military base in Qatar. Iran said it launched the missiles as a response to US strikes on its nuclear sites. The Qatari government reported no injuries or deaths, and it's unclear if the missiles caused any damage.
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Iran launched missiles at Al Udeid Air Base, the largest US base in the Middle East.
The attack was reportedly in retaliation for US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
About 8,000 US citizens and some British military personnel are based at Al Udeid Air Base.
There were no reports of injuries or deaths, and the base was evacuated beforehand.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated the attack was in response to threats to Iranian sovereignty.
The US had previously urged Iran to seek a diplomatic resolution.
Qatar temporarily closed its airspace before the attack as a precaution.
Following the attack, other countries like Bahrain and Kuwait also closed their airspaces.
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Immigration officials in the United States are targeting people seeking asylum, who claim they are fleeing from harm or unfair treatment in their home countries. This new focus comes despite earlier promises by President Trump to prioritize deporting those with criminal records.
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Immigration officials are now targeting asylum seekers.
Asylum seekers say they are escaping persecution in their home countries.
President Trump had initially promised to focus deportations on criminals.
"Persecution" means being treated unfairly or cruelly, often for reasons like race or politics.
This action marks a shift from earlier stated priorities in immigration policy.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a senator from Alaska, discusses the importance of actively working to maintain democracy in her new memoir. NPR's Juana Summers interviews her about her role within the Republican Party.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski is a Republican senator from Alaska.
She has written a memoir where she discusses democracy.
Murkowski talks about the need to actively work to preserve democracy.
NPR's Juana Summers interviewed her for a segment.
The interview is part of NPR's program "All Things Considered."
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The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court's decision that required people being deported to other countries to have a chance to challenge their deportation. Some men from various countries were flown to Djibouti to allow them time to dispute their deportations, but the men's departure to certain countries remains controversial, as they face serious criminal charges in the U.S.
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The Supreme Court paused a lower court's ruling that allowed deportees to challenge their removal to third countries.
The case involves men from countries like Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam, Cuba, and Mexico.
The men are convicted criminals in the United States, with charges such as murder and kidnapping.
A judge had ruled that deportees should receive a "credible fear" interview before being sent to non-native countries.
Deportees are currently held in Djibouti, living in difficult conditions, while awaiting legal outcomes.
The Supreme Court's three liberal justices disagreed with the decision to pause the lower court's ruling.
The U.S. government argues that allowing the deportations is necessary amid immigration challenges.
There's concern about the safety and human rights of deportees sent to some third countries, like South Sudan.
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Kilmar Ábrego García, a Salvadoran man who was mistakenly deported from the US, has been ordered to be released by a judge while he awaits trial on human smuggling charges. However, US officials stated he will not be allowed to live freely in America, and he may be detained by immigration authorities.
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Kilmar Ábrego García was deported from the US in March due to an immigration crackdown.
Officials admitted his removal was a mistake, but struggled to bring him back.
He was charged with human smuggling after returning to Tennessee.
A judge declared he should be released while waiting for trial, but immigration might detain him.
The US government accused him of being linked to a gang, which he denies.
Ábrego García was initially deported under a wartime law from 1798.
He came to the US illegally as a teenager and was once protected from deportation.
He is charged with moving undocumented migrants over 100 times from 2016.
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Demonstrators protested in cities like New York, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and Toronto against U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to carry out significant strikes on Iran's nuclear program. The protests occurred in response to actions taken by the U.S. government.
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Protests happened in New York, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and Toronto.
The demonstrations were against President Trump's military strikes on Iran.
The strikes were aimed at Iran's nuclear program.
The U.S. President responsible for the decision was Donald Trump.
The protests were a response to the U.S government's actions toward Iran.
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Emmy nominations voting is ending tonight, where TV industry members decide which shows and performances are recognized. This article discusses certain shows and actors that may be overlooked, suggesting some less typical choices that might deserve attention.
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Emmy nominations voting ends today at 10 p.m. PDT.
Nominations will be announced on July 15.
The article mentions the series "Mo" on Netflix as a comedy deserving recognition.
Uzo Aduba is noted for her role in "The Residence" on Netflix.
Vincent D'Onofrio is highlighted for his role in Disney+'s "Daredevil: Born Again."
D'Onofrio plays a character named Wilson Fisk, also known as "Kingpin."
Matthew Goode is mentioned for his role in "Dept. Q" on Netflix.
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A heatwave is expected to hit the eastern United States, with temperatures possibly breaking records. The U.S. National Weather Service warns that the high heat and humidity could lead to more heat-related illnesses.
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A heatwave is forecasted in the eastern U.S.
This heatwave could break temperature records in some areas.
Both daytime and nighttime temperatures are expected to be high.
Humidity levels will also be higher than usual.
The U.S. National Weather Service warns about the increased risk of heat-related health issues.
Heat-related illnesses can happen when the body gets too hot, such as heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
The heatwave is the first major one of the summer season in the U.S.
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Home sales in the U.S. had their slowest May since 2009. Although there was a slight month-to-month improvement from April, sales are still much lower than pre-COVID levels due to high home prices and increased monthly payments. More homes are available for sale now, but the market still has more sellers than buyers, especially for condos.
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May 2025 marked the slowest month for existing home sales since 2009.
Sales dropped 0.7% compared to May 2024 but rose 0.8% from April 2025.
Home prices have increased by 52% since May 2019, while wages have risen by 30%.
Monthly payments for a median-priced home have doubled since before COVID-19.
The number of homes for sale increased by over 20% compared to the previous year.
There are 34% more home sellers than buyers in the market, according to Redfin.
Condo sales fell by 10% year-over-year, with 83% more condo sellers than buyers.
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady but suggested possible cuts later in 2025.
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President Donald Trump suggested a potential change in Iran’s leadership after the US, along with Israel, conducted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. However, US officials indicated that the goal of the military action was not to remove Iran's leaders but to limit its nuclear program. After the airstrikes, tensions increased, with Iran reacting strongly and the UN calling for a ceasefire.
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President Trump mentioned the idea of a leadership change in Iran after the US and Israel struck Iranian nuclear sites.
US officials stated the military strikes aimed to limit Iran's nuclear capabilities, not to change its government.
The strikes used advanced bombs to destroy underground nuclear facilities, but the full damage is not yet known.
The UN requested a ceasefire to allow inspections of the damage caused by the strikes.
Iran vowed serious consequences in response to the attacks and launched missiles towards Israel.
The US military is on high alert in the Middle East, preparing for possible Iranian retaliatory actions.
Iran’s parliament passed a measure to possibly close the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passage for global oil trade.
Iran’s foreign minister is in Moscow to discuss security issues with Russia.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship by defeating the Indiana Pacers in game seven of the finals series. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led his team with 29 points, earning the MVP award for the finals. The Thunder's victory marks their first championship since moving to Oklahoma City in 2008.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 29 points and had 12 assists in the deciding game.
This win is the Thunder's first NBA title since the franchise relocated from Seattle.
The Thunder won the series 4-3, with the final game score of 103-91 against the Pacers.
The Thunder are the youngest team to win the NBA Finals since 1977, with an average age of 25.6.
Tyrese Haliburton of the Pacers was injured seven minutes into the game and could not continue playing.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander also received the regular season MVP award and a scoring title this season.
The Thunder set a franchise record with 68 wins this season, just four years after a challenging 2020-21 season.
Coach Mark Daigneault has been with the Thunder since 2020 and was part of their recent successful season.
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Dan Stein, an anti-immigration activist and leader of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), has played a significant role in shaping immigration policies in President Trump's second term. Stein's views, once considered extreme, such as reducing immigration and ending birthright citizenship, have gained traction in mainstream political discussions.
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Dan Stein is the president of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), an organization with strict immigration policies.
Stein’s ideas have shifted from being on the fringes of politics to influencing mainstream immigration policies in the U.S.
He supports ending birthright citizenship, which means children born in the U.S. to non-citizens would not automatically become citizens.
FAIR and Stein argue that immigration places a burden on U.S. taxpayers, affects wages, and impacts employment for native-born Americans.
Stein believes high immigration numbers are harmful to the environment.
President Trump has adopted some of Stein's policies, like increasing deportations and trying to end birthright citizenship.
Efforts to change birthright citizenship laws are facing legal challenges in the courts.
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Auctions at a Beverly Hills hotel sold 450 items from director David Lynch's estate, drawing various bidders, both in person and online. Big-ticket items like screenplays and a director's chair garnered high bids, while coffee and carpentry equipment attracted fans keen to own pieces reflecting Lynch's broad artistic interests.
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The auction took place at The Peninsula Beverly Hills hotel.
450 items belonging to David Lynch were sold.
Key items sold included Lynch's Lost Highway screenplay for $195,000.
Lynch's director's chair sold for $91,000.
The auction featured both in-person and online bidding.
Items included coffee and carpentry tools, linking to Lynch's interests.
At the time of the auction, it had been five months since Lynch's passing.
Julien's auction house organized the event.
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High school theater students are in New York City for the National High School Musical Theatre Awards, also known as the Jimmy Awards. These students, selected from across the nation, perform on Broadway after intensive rehearsals to compete for top awards in musical performance.
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The Jimmy Awards are formally called the National High School Musical Theatre Awards.
Over 100 high school performers are in New York City for this event.
The students rehearse for 10 days before the show.
The competition began with about 150,000 students from various regional contests.
Final performances take place at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway.
The top awards, Best Actor and Best Actress, are named after Broadway legend Jimmy Nederlander.
Students rehearse at The Juilliard School before performing.
Many former Jimmy nominees are currently in Broadway shows.
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President Trump decided to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, despite previously showing interest in negotiations. This decision comes with political challenges both for Trump and globally, as the impact and consequences of the strike are still being assessed.
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President Trump ordered a strike on three of Iran's nuclear facilities.
Some Republicans support Trump’s decision, but not all in his base agree.
The strike used "bunker buster" bombs, a type of weapon to destroy fortified targets.
Before the strike, many Americans viewed Iran as a serious threat but opposed military intervention.
The U.S. administration claims significant damage to Iran’s nuclear program, but independent experts say some parts might still be functional.
The full impact of the attack is still being evaluated and has yet to be disclosed to the public.
Iran’s potential retaliation remains a concern, particularly considering regional dynamics.
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Sen. Mark Kelly criticized President Trump's recent decision to strike Iran's nuclear sites, saying it was risky and lacked a clear plan. After the strikes, officials claimed Iran's nuclear plans were stopped, but some experts doubt this because Iran might have moved its nuclear materials.
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President Trump ordered military strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the strikes incapacitated Iran's nuclear ambitions.
Some experts believe Iran moved its nuclear materials, questioning the strikes' effectiveness.
Sen. Mark Kelly expressed concerns about increased risks for U.S. troops and potential retaliation from Iran.
Kelly noted the strikes could drive Iran to further develop nuclear weapons.
The Trump administration did not inform some key Democratic leaders before conducting the strikes.
Kelly emphasized there was no immediate nuclear threat from Iran to the U.S. or its allies.
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Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian protest leader, was released after spending 104 days in a Louisiana immigration detention center. Khalil, a legal permanent resident in the U.S., had been detained in connection with protests against U.S. support for Israel, making him a prominent figure in the Trump administration's actions against student protesters.
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Mahmoud Khalil was detained for 104 days in a Louisiana immigration detention center.
Khalil is a legal permanent resident of the U.S. and is married to an American citizen.
He was involved in pro-Palestinian protests against U.S. support for Israel's actions in Gaza.
Khalil was detained by immigration agents in New York City in early March and then transferred to Louisiana.
While detained, Khalil missed the birth of his first child.
Khalil was released on bail and returned to New Jersey, where he was greeted with cheers.
The conditions in the detention center were described as challenging, with limited food and cold temperatures.
Khalil spoke about feeling targeted by the government due to his protest activities.
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