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First, a mugshot. Now, escaping assassination. Trump’s iconic imagery.
During a rally in rural Pennsylvania, a photographer from The Associated Press, Evan Vucci, found himself at the heart of history. As shots rang out, Vucci’s instinct as a journalist propelled him closer to the danger, capturing a photograph that would soon become emblematic of July 13. The image, now etched into the history of… -
A year after submersible tragedy, a new voyage to the Titanic underway
In the first commercial mission to the Titanic wreckage site since last year’s OceanGate implosion killed five people, a group of scientists, historians and imaging experts set sail from Rhode Island on Friday, July 12. The team with the U.S. company RMS Titanic Inc. hopes to gather the most detailed photographic record ever made of… -
Nearly half of all US adult cancer deaths could be prevented: Study
Every year 1.8 million new cases of cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. and roughly 600,000 people die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Now, a new study shows nearly half of cancer-related deaths could be avoided. The American Cancer Society (ACS) looked at national data to figure out how many cancer cases… -
Dollar General to pay $12M safety violations settlement
Dollar General has agreed to pay a $12 million fine and improve working conditions at thousands of its stores across the country. The company reached a settlement with OSHA to resolve alleged violations, including unsafe storage, blocked emergency exits and fire extinguishers, and inaccessible electrical panels. Under the agreement, if inspectors find similar problems in the future, Dollar General could be fined up to $100,000 a… -
More Democratic lawmakers call on Biden to drop out of race
While President Joe Biden may have hoped his press conference Thursday night, July 11, would calm fears of his abilities among his party, three more Democratic lawmakers are now calling for him to drop out of the race. They join 13 other House members and one Senate Democrat. Rep. Jim Himes of Connecticut said in a statement that… -
Biden fields questions on ability, foreign affairs while misspeaking at times
For almost an hour President Joe Biden takes questions from the media about his policies, his candidacy and his health. And Prince Harry addresses the controversy surrounding his selection as an award recipient at the ESPYs. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, July 12, 2024. Biden fields questions on ability, foreign affairs while misspeaking at… -
Taiwan detects record Chinese warplane activity during NATO summit
Taiwan is maintaining a high state of alert as Chinese military activities escalate around the island, intensifying regional tensions. On Wednesday, July 10, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry reported monitoring 66 Chinese aircraft near its airspace. The sightings follow observations of China’s Shandong aircraft carrier navigating close to the Philippines, marking a sustained effort by Beijing to… -
Students sue UK university over COVID-19 disruptions
Students and graduates of a London university are headed to court over the quality of teaching during strikes and COVID-19 lockdowns. Around 5,000 current and former students sued University College London (UCL) after classes were moved online or canceled altogether. Their lawyers are calling the school to make “sensible settlement proposals” to avoid going to trial.… -
US to resume shipping 500-pound bombs to Israel
The United States is resuming shipping 500-pound bombs to Israel after pausing the shipment of nearly 2,000 of them in mid-May. However, U.S. officials have told multiple news outlets they will continue to hold back on a delivery of much larger 2,000-pound bombs over concerns they could be used in densely populated areas of Gaza. The U.S. is specifically concerned the large bombs would be used… -
AOC files impeachment articles against Supreme Court justices Thomas, Alito
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., has introduced articles of impeachment against conservative Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas. The New York congresswoman is accusing them of what she calls “unchecked corruption” for refusing to recuse themselves from certain cases, like the recent decision to grant former President Donald Trump immunity, and improperly failing to disclose gifts from wealthy donors. The resolutions… -
President Biden to hold press conference as George Clooney, Sen. Welch call for a change
President Joe Biden is set to hold a press conference as George Clooney joins the calls for him to step aside. And the NBA scores big with its latest TV rights deal. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, July 11, 2024. Biden to hold press conference as Clooney, Welch call for a change… -
Apple bows to Russian VPN crackdown: What it means for internet freedom
Apple removed 25 VPN applications from its Russian App Store at the request of Roskomnadzor, Russia’s state communications watchdog. This move tightens internet freedoms in Russia, where the government often blocks access to Western social media and digital platforms. Demand for VPNs in Russia surged after the government restricted access to Western services following President… -
VA Gov. Youngkin signs executive order to get cellphones out of schools
Virginia’s governor is the latest lawmaker to take on cellphone use in schools. On Tuesday, July 9, Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R, issued an executive order to keep them out of schools across the state. The order directs Virginia’s Department of Education to help public schools create policies establishing what he calls “cell phone-free education.” The…
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