Shark Attacks in Texas, Volcanic Eruptions, and Misfired Fireworks

Authorities believe a single shark attacked four swimmers on Thursday at South Padre Island, Texas, leaving one victim with a serious injury to her lower leg. You can see photos of the incident here, but be advised that they're graphic in nature.
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President Biden's interview with ABC News' George Stephanopoulos failed to alleviate concerns yesterday about his condition, at least according to most pundits. The President demurred several times when asked if he would commit to an independent cognitive test. (More)

Speaking of President Biden, Democrat mega-donor Abigail Disney, an heiress to the Disney family fortune, announced on Thursday that she would withhold donations to the party until Biden drops out. (More)  

Wisconsin’s Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to reinstate the use of secure ballot drop boxes on Friday, overturning a previous decision that banned the boxes over concerns about voter fraud. (More)  

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World Aquatics has confirmed that the U.S. Justice Department is investigating why 23 Chinese swimmers who failed doping tests in 2021 were allowed to continue competing. (More) 

 Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott was spotted in a walking boot in Mexico on Thursday. The cause of the injury is unknown. (More

Buddy Hield agreed to a two-year, $21 million contract as part of a sign-and-trade, sending him to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for a future 2nd-round pick.  (More

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 Volcanic eruptions in southern Italy raised alert levels and shut down the Catania Airport on Friday, as the Mount Etna and Stromboli volcanoes spewed hot ash and lava in Sicily. (See Photos)

Sir Keir Starmer was elected Britain’s new prime minister on Friday, following a historic landslide victory for the Labour Party that ended 14 years of Conservative leadership. (More)    

 Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been charged with money laundering and criminal association for receiving undeclared diamonds from Saudi Arabia during his time in office. (More)  

 Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, a former Vatican ambassador to the U.S., was excommunicated on Thursday for failing to “recognize and submit” to Pope Francis’s authority and rejecting communion with members of the church. (More)  

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Florida and Tennessee authorities have accused a therapist of aiding her unlicensed and untrained wife in impersonating her during online therapy sessions, defrauding hundreds of patients for almost two years. (More

➤ Several people were injured during an Independence Day celebration in Utah on Thursday when at least four fireworks misfired into the LaVell Edwards Stadium’s stands and onto the field. (See Video)  

Americans celebrated the 248th anniversary of the U.S. on Thursday with parades, festivities, American flags, and a lot of colorful fireworks. (See Photos)  

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Biden Interview Tonight, MLB All-Star Lineup Set, and Best U.S. Sunsets

Friday, July 5, 2024

In a change of plans, ABC News says it will air its interview with President Biden in its entirety tonight at 8 pm ET. The network originally planned to broadcast it Sunday. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

Biden Vows to Fight On, Fire Rages in California, and a Civil War Train Heist

Thursday, July 4, 2024

President Biden vowed to keep running for reelection on Wednesday despite growing calls for him to withdraw from fellow Democrats and drastic changes in polls. (AP) ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

Children Rescued, a 16-Year-Old Olympian, and UFO Car

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

The US Marshals Service announced on Monday that it had located and rescued 200 missing or endangered children during a six-week operation. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Presidential Immunity, Celtics Up for Sale, and Dinosaur Wine

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

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Monday, July 1, 2024

President Biden traveled to Camp David this weekend to discuss the future of his re-election campaign with his wife Jill, as well as children and grandchildren, following Thursday's dismal debate

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