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Group of eight people indicted and accused of stealing at least 19 rental cars worth over $1.1M

A group of eight people in two cities are accused of using stolen credit card and ID information to rent and then never return at least 19 rental cars, the Justice Department announced this week.

Amid Shared Pain Over Synagogue Massacre, Divisions on Death Penalty

Since the 2018 attack that left 11 people dead, Jews in Pittsburgh have weighed whether the government should seek the execution of the killer.

Florida women arrested after July 4 fight in which woman's ear was bitten off

A Fourth of July brawl between two Florida women ended with one of them having part of her ear bitten off. Both women were arrested and are facing charges.

Court rules first responders who wrongfully declared Michigan woman dead cannot be sued

A court in Michigan ruled that the EMTs who rushed to help an unresponsive 20-year-old with cerebral palsy are immune to a civil lawsuit after they mistakenly declared her dead.

Justice Dept. Opens Civil Rights Investigation of Memphis Police

The department will examine allegations of pervasive problems with excessive force and unlawful stops of Black residents that were amplified by the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.

Man who killed 1 Fargo officer, hurt 2, was interviewed about guns in 2021 after tip, FBI says

The heavily armed man who killed one Fargo police officer and wounded two as they were investigating a traffic stop had been interviewed about his guns in 2021 after the FBI received a tip

Monsoon storm brings temporary relief to sweltering Phoenix, but heat wave continues to pose danger

Phoenix is experiencing some relief from scorching heat as a powerful monsoon storm hits the region, bringing dust, high winds, and much-needed rainfall in areas.

Around the world

Niger Coup: What to Know

Military mutineers said that they had ousted the country’s elected leader. The move shakes a pillar of democracy in West Africa.

Typhoon Doksuri approaches China and Taiwan, bringing heavy winds and disruptions

Coastal regions in China and Taiwan are taking precautions as Typhoon Doksuri approaches, bringing heavy winds and rain to the area. Its force has weakened, but it still remains a threat.

Jordan lawmakers move to criminalize some online speech. Rights groups accuse kingdom of censorship

The lower house of Jordan'sia parliament has passed legislation to punish online speech that the government deems harmful to national unity

Plan Touching Netanyahu Corruption Case Angers Israel’s Opposition

The corruption case against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is overseen by the attorney general. Lawmakers in his party proposed stripping her of that responsibility, prompting anger and a swift reversal.

Thai Parliament says it will try to pick a prime minister next week after 2 unsuccessful attempts

Thailand’s Parliament says it will try to pick a new prime minister next week following two unsuccessful attempts, as political uncertainty grows more than two months after the country’s election

After Ousting Qin Gang, China Erases Him and Evades Questions

China blasted “malicious hype” around the abrupt removal of Qin Gang. The Foreign Ministry’s fumbling response pointed to its diminished influence under Xi Jinping.

Prince Harry will get his day in court against The Sun publisher despite losing part of lawsuit

Prince Harry's lawsuit accusing the publisher of The Sun tabloid of unlawfully snooping on him can go to trial, but not on allegations of phone hacking, a High Court judge ruled Thursday.

Technology

Delete these two apps that steal your photos, videos, location and more, experts warn

Up to 1.5 million users could have their data compromised by spyware in two apps that were available via the Google Play Store, cybersecurity experts warn.

NASA Picks Lockheed Martin to Build a Nuclear-Powered Rocket

The space agency and DARPA will work with Lockheed Martin to build a vehicle that uses the power of the atom for space propulsion.

Hayward cyberattack: Officials restore disrupted emergency dispatch system

The city of Hayward has restored its 911 computer-aided dispatch system following a cyberattack discovered this month.

AI could replace politicians and CEOs if they play by Darwinian rules of evolution: expert

Artificial intelligence could replace politicians and CEOs, according to a tech experts. U.K. politicians are already sounding the alarm that they could be replaced with AI.

Meta’s Reality Labs has lost more than $21B since the start of 2022

Reality Labs, the Meta unit that develops technology for the metaverse, lost $21.3 billion since January 2022. Operating costs for the unit were also down $3.7 billion last quarter.

Bill Gates on next-generation nuclear power technology

In Wyoming, where coal and natural gas power its electric generation plants, Bill Gates and his energy company TerraPower are planning their first cutting-edge nuclear power plant.

Make the most of your summer with these 6 must-have apps

Choosing the right apps on your phone may be a difficult decision. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shares six must-have apps that every person should download.

Sports News

49ers QB Roll Call: How does Brock Purdy look in his comeback?

Brock Purdy and his surgically repaired elbow joined 49ers training camp practices on Thursday, 179 days since his injury in the NFC Championship Game loss at Philadelphia.

Chicago Bears great Steve McMichael moves one step closer to possible induction into the Hall of Fame

Chicago Bears great Steve McMichael moved a step closer to getting into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Thursday. He is one of 12 former players being considered by the Hall’s Seniors Committee for possible induction into the Class of 2024.

‘Quite a surreal moment’: Underachieving Chicago White Sox trade pitchers Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo López to the LA Angels

The Chicago White Sox traded starter Lucas Giolito and reliever Reynaldo López to the Los Angeles Angles for minor-league switch-hitting catcher Edgar Quero and left-handed pitcher Ky Bush.

Mets and Yankees Split Final Subway Series of 2023

It may be too late to save the Mets season, and the Yankees are not a sure bet for the postseason even once Aaron Judge returns.

Bronny James released from hospital following sudden cardiac arrest

"We are hopeful for his continued progress and are encouraged by his response, resilience, and his family and community support," Bronny James' doctor said in an update following James' cardiac arrest on Monday.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown wants to 'attack the wealth disparity' in Boston after historic NBA deal

Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown said he will use his historic $304 million contract to "attack the wealth disparity" in the city of Boston.

Shohei Ohtani throws one-hit gem in first start since Angels removed him from trade market

Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani threw his first career shutout against the Detroit Tigers Thursday, allowing just one hit in a 6-0 Angels victory.

Politics News

Raskin wants MTG reprimanded for showing 'irrelevant' naked Hunter Biden photos

Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., wants the chairman of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee to "publicly reprimand" Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., for holding up nude photos of Hunter Biden engaging in sex acts during a televised hearing last week.

Trump faces additional charges of obstruction of justice and willful retention of classified documents in Florida case

Trump faces additional charges of obstruction of justice and willful retention of classified documents in Florida case

Biden announces action on heat as nation sizzles

“Even those who deny that we’re in the midst of a climate crisis can’t deny the impact extreme heat is having on Americans,” the president said.

Deep dive into Meta's algorithms shows that America's political polarization has no easy fix

A team of some of the world's leading social media researchers has published four studies looking at the relationship between the algorithms used by Facebook and Instagram and America's widening political divide

Doctor who headed Navajo Nation COVID response tapped to head Maine CDC

Dr. Puthiery Va, who headed the Navajo Nation's COVID-19 response effort, has been selected to serve as Maine's next Center for Disease Control and Prevention director.

Campaign finance charge dropped from case against FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried will no longer face a campaign finance charge at an October criminal trial, federal prosecutors say, citing a decision by Bahamian authorities to reject a count in the indictment that was not listed on the warrant against him when he was extradited to the United States

Indictment alleges that Trump, aides asked staffer to delete camera footage at Mar-a-Lago to obstruct document probe

Indictment alleges that Trump, aides asked staffer to delete camera footage at Mar-a-Lago to obstruct document probe