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The US is charging an American citizen for wiping his phone at the border

An American citizen named Sam Tunick wiped his phone at the Atlanta airport. He was detained by federal agents. The government is charging him with a crime. This is a rare case because the government is using a little-known law.

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Missing Grand Canyon hiker, 83, rescued after getting separated from companion

An 83-year-old hiker named Gerald Guinn got lost in the Grand Canyon. He was separated from his companion while hiking. A helicopter search found him alive 2.5 miles away. He was rescued on Tuesday.

Jul 26, 14:21upd. 5d

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Fed-up neighbors transform derelict bus depot into stunning community landmark

A pub owner in Kent, England, fixed a old bus shelter. She made it look nice with flowers, art, and a chandelier. Now it's a community landmark.

Jul 26, 13:20upd. 6d

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‘Ransom’ is the top national fiction bestseller

‘Ransom’ is the number one bestseller in the US for fiction books. This is based on a list from Publishers Weekly. The list shows the most popular books in the country.

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As Trump boosts nuclear power, regulators seek to eliminate a longstanding radiation safety rule

The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission wants to change a rule about radiation safety. This rule has been in place for 50 years. It helps keep people safe from radiation.

Jul 26, 13:01upd. 6d

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WA’s Hmong farmers face floods at generational crossroads

Hmong farmers in Washington state are in trouble. They are facing floods and a problem with who will continue their work. The older generation is getting too old to farm.

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A fall fashion collection transforms duvets into avant-garde drama

Viktor&Rolf is a Dutch fashion house. They showed their new fall collection in Paris. The show was like a play without words.

Jul 26, 13:00upd. 6d

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Depression-era Little Debbie snack that built a family-run bakery still has Americans hooked

O.D. McKee made a snack cake called the Oatmeal Creme Pie in 1935. He made it in a family bakery in Tennessee. The snack was very popular.

Jul 26, 12:00upd. 6d

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Dale Earnhardt Jr gets choked up as one of his drivers takes maiden victory at Brickyard

Dale Earnhardt Jr's driver, Ross Chastain, won a car race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This was Chastain's first win in the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. Earnhardt Jr was very happy for his driver.

Jul 26, 12:18upd. 6d

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Forecasting Blackhawks' lines with Patrick Kane and Bowen Byram — but without Connor Bedard

The Chicago Blackhawks have finished signing players for the 2026-27 season. Patrick Kane and Bowen Byram have signed contracts. The team's roster is now complete. The Blackhawks will wait until September for training camp to start.

Jul 26, 11:30upd. 6d

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WNBA's Sophie Cunningham is the woman of the moment

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South Africa’s illegal migration backlash mirrors political battles across the West

There was a big protest in South Africa. Many citizens wanted foreigners to leave the country. They blamed immigrants for crime and taking jobs. Over 160,000 immigrants left South Africa.

Jul 26, 11:17upd. 6d

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Dear Abby: Sister makes being around her an unpleasant experience

A woman's sister is very difficult to be around. She has no friends, no husband, and no social circle. This is because she always wants things her way.

Jul 26, 11:00upd. 6d

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Beauty queen Lindsay Shiver’s attorney rips Bahamas dispute he says could sink alleged husband murder plot

Lindsay Shiver is a beauty queen from Georgia. She is accused of conspiring to kill her ex-husband, a former NFL player. Her attorney says the Bahamian prosecutors cannot pursue the case because it happened in the United States.

Jul 26, 11:00upd. 6d

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100 day sprint to the midterms kicks off as Republicans and Democrats clash for control across the country

The 2026 US midterm elections are 100 days away. Republicans and Democrats are competing for control in Congress and statehouses. This is a big deal because it will decide who makes laws in the US. The Republicans currently have a small majority in Congress, but the Democrats need to win more seats to take control.

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Congress should honor Teddy Roosevelt and conserve our outdoors for the next 250 years

A law called the 'Great American Outdoors Act' expired. This law helped fix problems in America's national parks. It was signed by President Donald Trump six years ago.

Jul 26, 11:00upd. 6d

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A US-Russian space crew lands safely in Kazakhstan after an 8-month stint on the ISS

A US-Russian space crew went to space for 8 months. They lived on the International Space Station. The crew landed safely in Kazakhstan on Sunday.

Jul 26, 10:35upd. 6d

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American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on costly cities and Trump tee times

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of US national traits and trends. It includes current events and the sights and sounds of the United States. This week's quiz has 8 questions about costly cities and Trump tee times.

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Mississippi teen accused of killing elderly couple was suspect in ‘many’ burglaries, car thefts: cops

A 17-year-old boy named Cordarius Hobbs is accused of killing an elderly couple in Mississippi. The couple, Billy Blair and Virginia Carol Blair, were 74 and 71 years old. They were killed in their home on June 3.

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