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Overdue Book Is Returned to a Library After Nearly 120 Years

The book was checked out in 1904 or 1905, according to the director of the New Bedford Free Public Library in Massachusetts.

NASA chief Kate Calvin discusses how climate change is affecting everyday life

Kate Calvin, NASA chief scientist and climate adviser, breaks down on "Face the Nation" how climate change is driving some of the most recent weather and health events.

Vivek Ramaswamy Leans Into His Hindu Faith to Court Christian Voters

The Republican candidate for president makes a pitch that the faiths have much in common, but for many religious conservatives, the difference is a hurdle.

From poverty to power, new California Speaker seeks Democratic caucus unity but offers few details

When California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas was a child growing up in California's rural Central Coast, he watched his grandfather risk his job fighting in the farmworkers' rights movement to bring a better life to his family and his fellow workers.

Schumer asks FDA to look into PRIME, Logan Paul's high-caffeine energy drink

Schumer claims the drink, which has the same amount of caffeine as about six Coke cans, is being targeted toward children.

Georgia mayor arrested for burglary, trespassing

A mayor in the Atlanta area was arrested on burglary and trespassing charges Saturday after he suggested he entered a home that he thought was vacant.

Doctor accused of ‘purposely’ driving family off cliff asks for mental health treatment instead of prison

The lawyers for Dharmesh Patel, the California doctor who drove his family off a cliff in an alleged murder-suicide attempt, asked the court for a mental health diversion.

Around the world

Gunmen have killed 24 villagers in latest attack in Nigeria's hard-hit north

Authorities in Nigeria say gunmen opened fire on a remote village in the country's northcentral region, killing at least 24 villagers

Election tensions rise in Zimbabwe after police bar opposition party from holding a rally

Opposition party supporters in Zimbabwe chanted and sang freedom songs outside a courthouse Sunday following a decision to ban them from holding a rally six weeks before elections.

Dutch Government’s Collapse Highlights Europe’s Migration Crisis

Prime Minister Mark Rutte resigned after his coalition partners rejected his tough new line on refugees, favoring his own political future, critics say, over compromise.

NATO allies step up air patrols

NATO allies have been increasing their air patrols, especially near Lithuania, which borders both Russia and Belarus. Holly Williams takes a look at some of the air drills.

Nurse fired for secret affair with patient who died during sex in hospital parking lot

Penelope Williams, a nurse in the UK, was fired from her job at a hospital after she had sex with a patient in the parking lot and he died of a heart attack.

Armed rebellion by Wagner chief Prigozhin underscores erosion of Russian legal system

Russia’s rebellious mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin walked free from prosecution for his June 24 armed mutiny, and it’s still unclear if anyone will face any charges in the brief uprising against the military or for the deaths of the soldiers killed

France bans fireworks sales ahead of Bastille Day as country reels from anti-police riots

France banned the "sale, carrying, transport and use of pyrotechnic articles" before Bastille Day and promised "to protect the French" after recent riots.

Technology

The key thing to know about Amazon's new tablet

The Amazon Fire Max 11 is Amazon's best tablet yet. It has a premium design, good accessories, and it's fast. Still, there is one notable downside you need to know about. But first, the pros. Hardware wise, you get a lot.

AI robots claim they can run world better than humans: ‘We can achieve great things’

We might be welcoming our robot overlords soon. As if artificial intelligence wasn't taking enough jobs of late, now AI humanoids are suggesting they could potentially be president.

Elon Musk’s $1B NY solar panel factory is reportedly a ‘boondoggle’ for taxpayers

New York state spent $959 million to build and equip Tesla's 1.2 million-square-foot Gigafactory 2. Tesla is leasing the facility for $1 per year for 10 years.

Twitter threatens Meta with lawsuit over rival Threads app

Twitter sent a cease-and-desist letter to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, threatening to sue the social media giant over its launch of rival platform Threads on Thursday.

An Iowa meteorologist started talking about climate change on newscasts. Then came the harassment

TV meteorologist Chris Gloninger faced intensifying harassment as he did more reporting on climate change during local newscasts

Elon Musk’s Tesla offering referral incentives as EV price war heats up

The incentive, which Tesla dubbed as "Refer and Earn" on its websites, is equivalent to about $500 in cashback for buyers in the US who purchase Model 3 and Model Y.

California lawmakers act after Taylor Swift ticket fiasco. Ticketmaster tries to shake it off

Live Nation's Ticketmaster is targeting resellers as California tries to rein in the entertainment company's dominance in the live music industry.

Sports News

Fred Willis, former Boston College star and NFL running back, dead at 75

Former college football star and NFL standout Fred Willis died last week, according to his alma mater, Boston College. He also founded a concussion diagnosis and treatment company.

ESPN lays off popular on-air talent in latest round of cuts

Jeff Van Gundy, Jalen Rose and Keyshawn Johnson were among the list of roughly 20 staffers who lost their jobs.

Nationals select Dylan Crews second overall in MLB Draft

The Nationals drafted LSU outfielder Dylan Crews with the second overall pick in Sunday's MLB draft, selecting the nation's top college hitter who hit .426 this past season.

Jansen, Lukes lead Blue Jays to dramatic win over Tigers

Nathan Lukes’ RBI double in the 10th inning helped the Toronto Blue Jays finish off a 4-3 comeback victory over the Detroit Tigers

With Blackburn scratched, Oakland A’s get roughed up in 10-3 loss at Red Sox

A's starting pitcher Paul Blackburn was scratched about 90 minutes before first pitch because of an illness.

US soccer star Megan Rapinoe says she’ll retire after the NWSL season and her 4th World Cup

U.S. women’s soccer star Megan Rapinoe is ready to retire after an illustrious career in which she won an Olympic gold medal, two World Cups and never shied away from using her platform to spotlight social issues.

F1 British Grand Prix: Norris and Hamilton Tangle Behind Verstappen

Max Verstappen collected his sixth straight victory, but the British drivers Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton were celebrating, too.

Politics News

Biden closes door to NATO for Ukraine, says war with Russia must end first

President Biden locked the door for Ukraine to join NATO, saying the country must resolve its war with Russia before joining the military alliance.

Utah governor calls for GOP to 'turn the page' on Trump: 'Someone who can win'

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox urged his party on Sunday to "turn the page" on the former president in a quest to nominate a GOP presidential candidate "who can win.

Full interview: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on "Face the Nation"

Watch the full version of Margaret Brennan's interview with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox that aired on July 9, 2023.

Biden says those concerned about his age are 'not right or wrong'

President Biden toed the line on how his age is presenting a major roadblock to reelection and prompting broad concerns even among voters in his own party.

NATO allies step up air patrols

NATO allies have been increasing their air patrols, especially near Lithuania, which borders both Russia and Belarus. Holly Williams takes a look at some of the air drills.

Biden arrives in London as countries weigh Ukraine NATO membership

President Biden arrived in London on Sunday, where he will meet with the prime minister and King Charles III. The leaders will discuss a host of topics, including if Ukraine should be allowed to join NATO. Weijia Jiang reports.

Stymied by the Supreme Court, Biden wants voters to have the final say on his agenda

After major blows to his agenda by the Supreme Court, President Joe Biden is intent on making sure voters will have the final say