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VP Harris secures enough delegate support to become Democratic nominee
The Democratic Party rallies around Kamala Harris, with the vice president securing enough delegate support to be the party’s nominee. And the story of a 21-year-old archer looking to make her mark at the Olympics. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, July 23, 2024. VP Harris secures enough delegate support to become Democratic nominee… -
Bangladesh still without internet as things calm down after deadly protests
Bangladesh is without internet for a fifth day and the government declared Monday, July 22, a public holiday. Leaders made the move to stay in control as tensions deescalated after last week’s deadly protests. On Sunday, July 21, the country’s high court scaled back a controversial system for awarding government jobs, which sparked violent protests.… -
Russia claims warplanes intercepted 2 US bombers in the Arctic
Russia said two of its warplanes intercepted two U.S. military bombers that got near the Russian border over the Barents Sea in the Arctic. Russia’s Defense Ministry said its military identified the U.S. planes as B-52H strategic bombers. The ministry said when the Russian fighter jets approached, the bombers “adjusted their flight course.” The U.S. military often… -
Prominent names from both sides of aisle react to Biden’s decision to drop out
There was immediate reaction to President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the 2024 race on Sunday, July 21, from prominent figures in the Democratic Party, including former President Barack Obama, the Clintons and major labor organizations. There was also reaction from the Republican side of the aisle with House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., calling for President Biden… -
More flights canceled as Delta struggles after global tech outage
Delta Air Lines is struggling to get back to normal after the July 19 global cyber software outage. The company canceled more than 1,000 flights on Sunday, July 21, alone, after having already canceled 3,500 since the CrowdStrike outage. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, D, has issued a warning reminding Delta it has to provide customers with adequate assistance and refunds. “I have made… -
Presidential race shaken up as Biden ends 2024 campaign, endorses Harris
President Joe Biden exited the 2024 presidential race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris and shaking up the Democratic Party only weeks before the convention. And we begin our closer look at Team USA as the Paris Olympic games are just days away. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, July 22, 2024. President Biden ends 2024 campaign, endorses Vice President… -
Treasury warns ‘anti-woke’ laws endanger national security
The U.S. Treasury Department is warning certain “anti-woke” state laws are a national security risk. The Treasury Department said state laws restricting banks from considering environmental, social and governance factors could negatively impact efforts to stop money laundering and terrorism financing. According to The Associated Press, in a letter sent to lawmakers Thursday, July 18, the… -
Bacteria found in tattoo and permanent makeup inks: FDA
Thinking of getting a new tattoo or permanent makeup? It has long been the advice of medical experts to make sure the environment where a person gets new ink is clean. However, a new study from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found that cleanliness might not matter when it comes to avoiding bacteria. FDA… -
Major tech outage for Microsoft users affects airlines, businesses around the world
A major tech outage has disrupted air travel and businesses all over the world. Global cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said an update has affected companies using Microsoft Windows. “This is not a security incident or cyberattack,” CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said. “The issue has been identified, isolated and a fix has been deployed.” American, Delta and United are among the airlines that grounded… -
Netflix getting rid of lowest-priced ad-free plan
Netflix is phasing out its cheapest ad-free subscription plan. The company quit offering what was known as the “basic plan” for new subscribers last July, but allowed customers who already had it to remain on the tier as long as they didn’t cancel or change plans. Now, they’ll have to choose a new plan. Netflix’s cheapest plan will now be the $6.99 monthly subscription… -
Trump accepts GOP’s nomination, recounts assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump recalled the assassination attempt on his life while accepting the Republican presidential nomination. And a major tech outage is causing problems for airlines and businesses around the world. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, July 19, 2024. Trump accepts GOP’s nomination, recounts assassination attempt The Republican National Convention (RNC) wrapped… -
Women’s risk of death higher depending on their state: Study
According to a new study, where in the U.S. women live could be a matter of life or death. In its first ever state-by-state analysis of women’s health, the Commonwealth Fund found women are facing a growing number of threats to their overall health and well-being. The Commonwealth Fund is a private nonprofit that supports independent… -
‘Supermodel granny’ mice could be key to slow human aging
Scientists may have found an answer to aging, according to a study published in the journal Nature. While testing a new drug on mice, scientists said they found it increased their lifespans by up to 25%. The mice, called “supermodel grannies” because of their youthful appearance, became overall healthier and stronger than those that did…
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