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Federal student‑loan regulations have changed this week under the One Big Beautiful Bill and court rulings. The Education Department has rolled out new repayment plans, temporary interest‑rate cuts for autopay enrollees, and lifetime borrowing caps for graduate and professional students, while a federal judge has paused the department's narrowed definition of "professional degree," temporarily preserving wider borrowing access for many advanced‑health and other programs. Notices are going out to millions of borrowers who must pick new plans.
Lab work shows CAR-T cells recognizing both glioblastoma cells and the immune-supporting macrophages can attack the tumour in a two-front approach. Researchers say this could reshape preclinical testing and speed therapies into clinical trials.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has apologised unequivocally for remarks made on a comedy podcast in which he said he would marry, shag and date Kylie Minogue. The comments sparked swift backlash from politicians and activists. The government defends its record on gender equality as critics push back.
The Ruby Princess has reported a norovirus outbreak on its 20-day San Francisco–Alaska–Canada cruise, affecting more than 100 passengers and 23 crew members. Princess Cruises has implemented enhanced sanitation protocols and will disinfect the ship before its next voyage. CDC/OHSA are monitoring, with several other outbreaks reported on US‑based cruise ships this year.
Iran is coordinating a multi-city funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with Mojtaba Khamenei absent from public view. State media show three sons near the coffins as crowds gather, while officials plan mass processions to Qom, Najaf, Karbala and Mashhad amid a fragile ceasefire and renewed tensions with the US and Israel.
Allwyn has announced that UK National Lottery players will join a shared Powerball jackpot exceeding 1 billion pounds, with tickets on sale from 21 July and the first UK draw on 23 July. The game follows a 450 million upgrade to the lottery’s tech and a major overhaul to Lotto, with prizes starting at £12 million and potentially reaching billions. A fixed £8 prize is available for matching two main numbers, and a guaranteed £1 million for matching five.
Jordan Henderson has sustained a wrist injury after an awkward fall over advertising boards during England's 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. He has been taken to hospital in Mexico City and will miss the remainder of the tournament if he cannot recover. England’s captain Harry Kane remains on the field as teammates celebrate.
World Cup activities are intersecting with Wimbledon’s schedule as fans and players navigate overlapping knockout rounds; Wimbledon has reaffirmed it will not broadcast World Cup matches on site, while players face scheduling pressures and personal choices about balancing sport and football viewing.
England has topped Group L after beating Panama, while the Democratic Republic of the Congo has advanced to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan. Belgium faces Senegal in the last-16 as the Round of 32 begins.
Trump has delivered a July Fourth speech on the National Mall after a heat wave and a thunderstorm evacuation. He has urged Congress to pass voting restrictions, warned of a communist threat at home, and touted past American achievements amid a largely partisan event.
Ukraine has intensified long‑range attacks on Russia’s oil facilities, hitting refineries and fuel logistics. The campaign aims to curb Moscow’s war funding and pressure for peace, with strikes reported across several regions and warnings of fuel shortages in Russia.
The Navy confirms an MH-60S Sea Hawk assigned to USS George H.W. Bush has gone down in the Arabian Sea during a routine patrol. Three crew members have been recovered in stable condition; one remains missing as the search expands beyond 14,000 square miles. Hostile action is not suspected. The incident is under investigation.
Federal authorities allege that charity fronts diverted funds to Hamas-linked figures and to Palestinian Islamic Jihad, with cryptocurrency transfers totaling over $30,000 and dozens of transfers to Gaza. The cases involve a Rochester-area mother who led an anti-Israel group and faces up to 20 years in prison.
The NHL’s all-time goals leader has signed a one-year, $4.25 million contract to return to the Washington Capitals for a 22nd season. He has topped Gretzky’s record and is aiming to help Washington return to the postseason and pursue another Stanley Cup, while balancing family considerations.
Kelsey Pfendler has completed a solo row from California to Hawaii, finishing in under 44 days and setting records as the first American woman, youngest woman and fastest to complete the journey unassisted. Supporters greeted her upon arrival in Honolulu after a 2,400+ mile transit, with extensive social-media documentation of the voyage.
A roundup of recent footwear coverage shows shoppers prioritizing comfort and value. From industrial boots engineered for fit to budget-friendly sneakers and arch-supportive sandals, buyers are seeking practical design improvements that deliver all-day wear.
Brands have mobilised around Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Madison Square Garden wedding, turning the moment into marketing opportunities. The White House has responded with a parody about Trump, while other outlets highlight the celebrity event’s cultural footprint.
Paul Pelosi has been involved in a hit‑and‑run crash in Yountville, Napa County. Authorities have referred the case for misdemeanor review; no injuries have been reported and alcohol was not a factor. Pelosi has a prior DUI conviction from 2022 and is under DMV evaluation to determine if he may continue driving.
Iran has signaled it may charge service fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz after a 60-day period during which transit was free under a US‑Iran deal. Iran says the fees will support security and environmental safeguards and will consider special treatment for friendly nations; negotiations on a permanent settlement are ongoing. Oman is involved in a joint committee to manage the Strait.
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri of Zion Church has been released and has arrived in Los Angeles, reuniting with his family. The release follows earlier appeals by U.S. and U.K. officials and coverage that highlighted the crackdown on unregistered churches in China. Several Zion Church leaders remain detained.
Two fire engines have doused a blaze on a section of the Brooklyn Bridge during a fireworks display, with crowds kept at distance as weather threats prompted an earlier start. No injuries have been reported; the blaze burned out within a minute as crews responded.
Multiple shootings across New York on Independence Day leave at least eight people injured in Coney Island; a separate incident in Bed-Stuy leaves two men wounded. Police have recovered a firearm in one case and are investigating motives. Victims range in age; some are children. All victims are in stable or critical condition.
OPEC+ has agreed to expand oil production by 188,000 barrels per day starting in August, the fifth straight month of increases. Core members Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman plan to unwind parts of a 2023 cut as markets rebalance amid shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.
Dodgers catcher Eliezer Alfonzo makes his major league debut amid tragic news: his sister Eliana and his stepmother Patricia have died in Venezuela following earthquakes, as Alfonzo is called up after years in the minors. Manager Dave Roberts offers support as the team honors the moment.
A White House Domestic Policy Council report accuses the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History of ideological capture and distorting U.S. history. The document calls for a restoration of a shared patriotic narrative; Smithsonian leaders reject claims of partisan activism.
Two gold rings, dating back about 2,000 years, have been found at the Don Yai Thong site in Phetchaburi province, alongside human bones. One ring bears Brahmi script reading pusarakhitasa, while the other is plain. Experts say the owner may have been a Vaishya merchant; the excavation aims to reveal more about Thailand’s Iron Age elite.
A gang has stolen jewelry from the Lalique Museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, Alsace, in a daytime break-in. Security systems were triggered, around twenty pieces were taken, and authorities are reviewing CCTV as the museum plans to reopen with heightened security.
President has asked FIFA to review Folarin Balogun’s red card, saying the decision should be reconsidered and that his team can still progress with Balogun on the field. FIFA suspended the ban for up to a year, clearing Balogun to play in the knockout rounds.
Marcellus Wiley has been arrested in Florida on a domestic battery charge after an argument with his wife at a Orlando hotel. Police allege threats were made; Wiley denies the claims and is due in court in August. The case has drawn renewed attention to his public profile and past legal issues.
Strategy has disclosed further bitcoin sales, weighing on sentiment as bitcoin trades near $60,000. Trump publicly endorses crypto, citing national competitiveness, while the crypto treasury approach shifts toward liquidity and cash.
A federal grand jury in West Virginia has indicted Kerr Kriisa, a 25-year-old Estonia-born former college basketball player, on five counts of wire fraud. He was arrested in Kentucky and is set to appear in federal court this week. The indictment details alleged schemes involving victims who were told they were helping someone in need and included claims of loans, organ sales, and family emergencies.
Graham Platner has paused his Maine Senate campaign after a sexual assault allegation. He denies the accusation, saying it is false. The timeline shows the case moving through campaign pause and potential replacement deadlines in Maine law.
Graham Platner faces sexual assault allegations that have prompted Democratic leaders to call for his withdrawal from the Maine Senate race. Endorsements have been pulled by multiple groups, and Platner denies the accusations while considering the path forward.