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Jason Arday's marathon challenge and football claims found to be true after his death - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/jason-ardays-marathon-challenge-and-football-claims-found-be-true-after-his-death

You may have seen that we’re suing Trump over his corrupt scheme to sell his social media posts to Wall Street. But that’s just one of our nine active lawsuits against the administration or its cronies, with more on the way. Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social explain and learn how you can help.

At least 23 Minnesotans have suffered foodborne infections and two have been hospitalized in an outbreak traced back to locally produced alfalfa sprouts.

Gov. Josh Shapiro has signed a sweeping executive order imposing new regulations on data centers. The restrictions stop short of a full-blown moratorium, but they could effectively halt developments by requiring local approval before state permits are issued. 🔗 www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...

Brendan Carr’s threats against the press should concern Republicans and Democrats alike. Sen. Ted Cruz, Sen. Rand Paul, and even Justice Neil Gorsuch have sharply criticized aspects of the FCC’s approach under Carr. Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social break it down.

Though Republicans have tried to label Peggy Flanagan a “socialist,” she hasn’t received the endorsement of any DSA chapters and identifies solely with Minnesota’s Democratic party.

North Korea fires ‘unidentified projectile’ amid joint military drills in South

Funding and personnel constraints have slowed the full implementation of recent efforts to monitor weaponry’s impacts on troops’ brain health. From Stars and Stripes' Corey Dickstein:

Philadelphia has long been home to the matriarchs of Black ballet. Now, a Grays Ferry mural honors that history. 🔗 www.inquirer.com/arts/black-d...

If the DOJ's new FOIA chief "only focuses on certain kinds of requests/releases, and we start to see an unequal application of FOIA performance — perhaps depending on who is asking — that could be a real problem," FPF's @laurenleharper.bsky.social told @benjaminpenn.bsky.social.

“As nonprofit newsrooms, we’re struggling with both the attacks on journalism and the attacks on philanthropy.” @femmfeministe.bsky.social, Prism’s editor-in-chief, told @columjournreview.bsky.social that the outlet’s focus on BIPOC communities makes it a target for the Trump administration.

OPINION | When Arizonans got to decide directly in 2018, they said no — then lawmakers expanded the program anyway via @elviadiaz.bsky.social

The deal will accelerate Tomahawk production at “unprecedented speed,” acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said, adding that the Pentagon is “using every available tool to meet the demand of current operations.” From Stars and Stripes' Jennifer H. Svan:

Tell Senate Commerce to reject Danielle Thumann Severs as FCC commissioner. As staffer for Trump censorship czar Brendan Carr, she’s done nothing to rein in his abuses.

‘We are starving’: Palestinians besieged by settlers in West Bank homes run out of food - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/we-are-starving-palestinians-besieged-settlers-west-bank-homes-run-out

‘We are starving’: Palestinians besieged by settlers in West Bank homes run out of food  - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/we-are-starving-palestinians-besieged-settlers-west-bank-homes-run-out-food

Four out of every five families in Gaza face 'critical or catastrophic' hunger levels, UN warns - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/four-out-every-five-families-gaza-face-critical-or-catastrophic-hunger

The U.S. and South Korean militaries will end their large-scale summer exercise less than halfway through its planned 11-day run, after President Donald Trump called for a substantial reduction in joint drills on the peninsula. From Stars and Stripes' Julie Masson and Yoojin Lee:

Water experts say key reservoirs sit just above "deadpool" while the Upper and Lower Basin states remain deadlocked over cuts story via @caitlinsievers.bsky.social

CONFIRMED: USS George Washington arrived in the CENTCOM theater Wednesday and is transiting the Arabian Sea.

UK to lay out 'measures' against Israel over West Bank settlements - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/uk-government-lay-out-measures-against-israel-over-east-jerusalem-settlements

Gaza death toll rises as 10 Palestinians killed in last 24 hours - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/gaza-death-toll-rises-10-palestinians-killed-last-24-hours

Metal security gates were raised to block vehicles, while two uniformed base personnel were handcuffed and put in the back of a government vehicle. The reporters were told to sit on a curb next to a van. From Stars and Stripes' Gary Warner:

Palestine groups call for London march against British 'complicity' in Gaza genocide - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/palestine-groups-call-for-london-march-against-british-complicity-gaza-genocide

Riding in on the first wave 🌊 Thanks for the warm welcome, @surf.social, and we’re proud to be surfacing alongside all the fearless defenders of freedom of the press. 📌 Pin our press freedom feed on @bsky.app: bsky.app/profile/free...

The U.S. military must expand its approach to autonomous systems by creating affordable, distributed networks that help allies confront adversaries’ coercive “gray-zone” actions, the commander of Special Operations Command Pacific said. From Stars and Stripes' Wyatt Olson:

Nearly everyone in Gaza in need of shelter aid, NRC says - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/nearly-everyone-gaza-need-shelter-aid-nrc-says

Poland summons Israeli envoy over dropped probe into killing of WCK aid workers - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/poland-summons-israeli-envoy-over-dropped-probe-killing-wck-aid-workers

A Portland jury awarded $550,000 to two teenage girls who were trapped upside down on Oaks Amusement Park’s “AtmosFEAR” ride in 2024, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center is latest measles exposure location, and more stories in today's GOOD MORNING, NEWS.

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Exclusive: UK condemns 'abhorrent' Ben Gvir comments on killing Palestinians - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/uk-condemns-ben-gvirs-comments-killing-palestinians-abhorrent

Turkey, Egypt, Qatar condemn Israeli attacks on Gaza - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/turkey-egypt-qatar-condemn-israeli-attacks-gaza

Israel issues veiled threat to Turkey following airbase strikes in Syria - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israel-issues-veiled-threat-turkey-following-airbase-strikes-syria

The nonprofit organization asked people this week to upload videos 30 to 90 seconds long that can be shared on social media about the importance of the monument to them. From Stars and Stripes' Linda F. Hersey:

Ongoing Israeli air strikes, massive blasts reported in south Lebanon - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/ongoing-israeli-air-strikes-massive-blasts-reported-south-lebanon

Hezbollah's Nawaf Moussawi: Only force can compel Israel to leave Lebanon - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/hezbollahs-nawaf-moussawi-only-force-can-compel-israel-leave-lebanon

Israeli forces kill Palestinian man during raid in Jenin - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-forces-kill-palestinian-man-during-raid-jenin

Amid genocide in Gaza, why must Palestinian journalists uphold the illusion of neutrality? - https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/gaza-genocide-palestinian-journalists-illusion-neutrality

Israeli shelling targets southern Lebanese towns - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-shelling-targets-southern-lebanese-towns

Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-strikes-hit-southern-lebanon

U.S. bases in countries such as Bulgaria have been assessed as possible targets by Iran, two Iranian insiders reportedly said. From Stars and Stripes' Phillip Walter Wellman:

The Army says a Mobile Tactical Cannon is a “critical priority” for modernization. From Stars and Stripes' Gary Warner:

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Colombia's far-right government waives visas for Israel - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/colombias-far-right-government-waives-visas-israel

The 3rd Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery Regiment will operate Patriot, Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, and Indirect Fire Protection Capability systems, said Capt. Leonard Peralta, spokesman for the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command. From Stars and Stripes' Alex Wilson:

France: Mosque closure fuels fear of state overreach on Muslim worship - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/new-mosque-closure-fuels-fear-rising-state-control-over-muslim-worship-france

Israeli forces block Ramallah Governor’s departure, following slain teen’s funeral - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-forces-block-ramallah-governor-following-slain-teens-funeral

In photos: Funeral of 17-year-old Palestinian killed by Israel in March - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/photos-funeral-17-year-old-palestinian-killed-march-israel

Malaysia denounces Israel's E1 settlement expansion in occupied West Bank - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/malaysia-denounces-israels-e1-settlement-expansion-occupied-west-bank

Watch: Netanyahu warns Turkey over presence in Syria - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/watch-netanyahu-warns-turkey-over-presence-syria

France, Germany, UK and Italy condemn Israel's 'E1' West Bank settlement plan - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/france-germany-uk-and-italy-condemn-israels-e1-west-bank-settlement-plan

A fatal traffic accident involving a military police vehicle occurred Tuesday evening at Fort Hood.

Israeli opinion article says Turkey's Nato protection does not apply to troops in Syria - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-opinion-article-warns-turkey-against-further-deployments-syria-where-nato-protections-do-not

Air Force special operators in England hail British ‘Chindits’ of WWII as inspiration

The Army recently launched the micro high-altitude balloons from Powidz, a major U.S. military logistics and aviation hub in western Poland, as part of Cold Raptor. www.stripes.com/branches/arm...

A Navy base on the island of Sicily has issued safety requirements for personnel who may want to hike Europe’s most active volcano, which has been erupting for about three weeks.

Hamas told to be 'sensitive' to Netanyahu ahead of Israeli elections as attacks on Gaza continue - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/hamas-told-be-sensitive-netanyahu-ahead-israeli-elections-amid-ongoing

British activist Anas al-Tikriti questions UAE surveillance operation - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/british-activist-anas-al-tikriti-questions-uae-surveillance-operation

Hezbollah's Nawaf Moussawi: Only force can compel Israel to leave Lebanon - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/hezbollahs-nawaf-moussawi-only-force-can-compel-israel-leave-lebanon

Israeli strikes target southern Lebanon and Syria - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-strikes-target-southern-lebanon-and-syria

Three Palestinian parties in Israel form joint list ahead of elections - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/three-palestinian-parties-israel-form-joint-list-ahead-elections

Iran condemns new US sanctions, calls them 'economic terrorism' - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-condemns-new-us-sanctions-calls-them-economic-terrorism

HOS Resolution, a 257-foot-long supply ship, departed Pearl Harbor for an 18-hour trip to the Big Island in fully autonomous mode while in open sea. From Stars and Stripes' Wyatt Olson:

US targets Hezbollah with fresh sanctions - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-targets-hezbollah-fresh-sanctions

Fact brief: Does Minnesota have counties that are maternity care deserts?

Hey, smarty pants! It's time for a new, and EXPLOSIVE edition of Portland's fave trivia game, POP QUIZ PDX! In this week's quiz: unaccompanied animals riding the bus, the secret language of billionaires, and things that "blowed up" or should be "blowed up." See how well YOU score!

Exclusive: UK condemns 'abhorrent' Ben Gvir comments on killing Palestinians - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/exclusive-uk-condemns-abhorrent-ben-gvir-comments-killing-palestinians

Israeli authorities release body of slain Palestinian child held since March - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-authorities-release-body-slain-palestinian-child-held-march

FROM THE ARCHIVES | Sgt. Michael Cain, who lost a leg to an anti-tank mine in 2003, speaks about an Army support program during a meeting on Nov. 10, 2004.

Israel shelling in Syrian Golan Height's sparks fire - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israel-shelling-syrian-golan-heights-sparks-fire

Israeli army advances into southern Lebanese town, shelling reported - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-army-advances-southern-lebanese-town-shelling-reported

Israel issues veiled threat to Turkey following airbase strikes in Syria - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israel-issues-veiled-threat-turkey-following-airbase-strikes-syria

Israeli forces block Ramallah Governor’s departure following slain teen’s funeral - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/qatar-air-defence-chief-meets-saudi-counterpart-riyadh

STORM TRACKER | If Tropical Storm Saudel‘s current forecast track holds, Okinawa could see its fifth tropical cyclone of the season, which is only about 3 months old.

KTOWN NOW | The best price for a weekend adventure? Free. From medieval sword fights and massive folk festivals to live music, family fun and plenty of wine, these five events pack in the entertainment without costing a cent. Check it out:

Why did Uganda unveil a statue of Netanyahu's brother at Entebbe? - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/why-did-uganda-unveil-bronze-statue-yonatan-netanyahu

Who’s ready to have some fun? Well, the Mercury is here to help with FREE TICKETS to see some of Portland’s best concerts and events! www.portlandmercury.com/free-tickets...

The hilarious Ben Harkins is here with some vital tips to “beat the heat” and get the most out of summer without breaking the bank in Portland. *RIP to the Lloyd Ice Rink*

SPORTS | Archrivals 1. FC Kaiserslautern and SV Waldholf Mannheim meet for the first time in more than four years when the Red Devils cross the Rhine River for a DFB Pokal first-round match.

Air Force urgent care clinic expands amid broader health care improvements in Japan

Hamas told to be 'sensitive' to Netanyahu ahead of Israeli elections amid ongoing Israeli attacks - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/hamas-told-be-sensitive-netanyahu-ahead-israeli-elections-amid-ongoing

DODEA-SPORTS | Panthers have enjoyed the taste of winning titles

Blast in Syria's Idlib kills at least three - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/blast-syrias-idlib-kills-least-three

Explainer: Have European countries been involved in the US-Israeli war on Iran? - https://www.middleeasteye.net/explainers/explainer-have-european-countries-been-involved-us-israeli-war-iran

US Treasury chief urges China to back proposed Iran sanctions - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-treasury-chief-urges-china-back-proposed-iran-sanctions

Tanker off Yemen boarded by armed people, diverted towards Somalia, UKMTO says - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/tanker-yemen-boarded-armed-people-diverted-towards-somalia-ukmto-says

US vows to 'collapse' Iran with new sanctions as energy prices spike - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-vows-collapse-iran-new-sanctions-energy-prices-spike

Air Force special operators in England hail British ‘Chindits’ of WWII as inspiration

JD Vance says US economic pressure 'most effective tool' against war on Iran - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/jd-vance-says-us-economic-pressure-most-effective-tool-against-war-iran

Yemeni government forces carry out dozens of ‘operations’ against Houthis - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/yemeni-government-forces-carry-out-dozens-operations-against-houthis

US vows to 'collapse' Iran with new sanctions as energy prices spike - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-vows-collapse-iran-new-sanctions-energy-prices-spike