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The US Supreme Court has rejected President Trump’s executive order that would have denied automatic citizenship to nearly all children born on US soil. In a 6-3 ruling written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the court has affirmed that the 14th Amendment grants citizenship to those born in the United States, while three justices dissented.
The latest compilation of reports shows ongoing strains in global aid delivery, with governments and NGOs adapting to shifting conflicts, funding gaps, and logistical hurdles. The data indicates continued emphasis on emergency relief, coordination among agencies, and monitoring of aid impact.
Recent data shows Californians have less disposable income despite higher median incomes, due to high costs of housing, energy, and taxes. Job growth has slowed, especially in tech, prompting residents and businesses to leave. The state's economic performance is shrinking relative to the US overall.
Dean DelleChiaie, 35, of Nashua, has been charged with interstate communication of a threat against the president after sending a personal-email message on April 21 stating he intended to neutralize/kill the president. The case follows earlier FAA computer searches and a suspension, with investigators noting his remorse during a February interview.
The Philadelphia designation of Ona Judge Day commemorates the enslaved woman who escaped from George Washington’s residence in 1796. A rally at the President’s House site calls for truth in history; a mural in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, memorializes Judge’s journey to freedom.
A meteor about 3 feet wide has entered the atmosphere near the New Hampshire–Massachusetts border, producing loud booms and shaking reported from Delaware to Montreal. NASA and the American Meteor Society say most such meteors burn up before reaching the ground, with possible oceanic impact if any fragment survives.
NASA has disclosed new details about a weekend meteor over New England that produced a double sonic boom. The natural object, 5 feet wide and elephant-sized, traveled at roughly 42,000 mph, fragmented about 40 miles above the ground, and released energy equivalent to about 230-300 tons of TNT. The meteor likely landed in Cape Cod Bay, with no ground impact confirmed.
Trust funds for Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and Medicare face earlier depletion than previously forecast. PWBM projects depletion by 2033 for OASI and 2034 for combined funds, while the official trustees warn longer-term pressures. Lawmakers face urgent choices on taxes, benefits, and program integrity as costs rise for aging Americans.
Honda has issued a recall affecting 880,514 rear-suspension-equipped vehicles across multiple models in the U.S. and elsewhere, citing potential subframe corrosion that could lead to rear-suspension failure. Honda and Acura dealers will inspect and repair or reinforce the rear subframe at no cost, with notices mailing July 7. Separately, Stellantis is recalling over 1.3 million Wrangler/Gladiator models for a wiring harness risk that could cause fires.
Harmony Montgomery’s death remains unsolved as the Supreme Court’s ruling allows a retrial on the second-degree murder charge, while other convictions stand. The case centers on her disappearance in 2019 and the 2024 conviction of her father, Adam Montgomery, for multiple charges, with the court flagging how joined charges could violate a fair trial.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has announced he now opposes the death penalty, arguing it does not deter violent crime and should be abolished. The move comes as he leaves office and amid a broader, national re-evaluation of capital punishment. The governor cites data on declining death sentences, long delays, and the toll on victims’ families and state workers.
Trump has accused Keir Starmer of failing on immigration and energy, urging his resignation and calling for expansion of North Sea drilling. The remark underscores tensions in UK‑US relations as UK political tempers flare after recent by‑election results.
The Supreme Court has rejected attempts to end birthright citizenship, confirming that automatic US citizenship applies to those born on US soil. The decision preserves the 14th Amendment’s promise while signaling political pressure to reconsider in Congress.
The Supreme Court has ruled that children born on US soil to parents unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth under the 14th Amendment, maintaining birthright citizenship. The decision blocks President Trump’s bid to end automatic citizenship by executive order, with Chief Justice Roberts writing for the court and joined by a cross-ideological majority.
The Supreme Court has struck down a cap on coordinated party spending in support of candidates, in a 6-3 decision. The ruling upends decades of campaign finance rules, expanding parties’ ability to coordinate with campaigns ahead of the midterms. Republican committees hold a cash advantage over Democrats.
Citizens across the United States express resilience, unity, and pride ahead of a 250th Independence celebration. AP interviews capture personal takes on freedom, patriotism, and the role of national symbols, set against a backdrop of political division and public gatherings.
A volunteer at the UK National Archives has uncovered a vanishingly rare Exeter printing of the Declaration of Independence, printed in New Hampshire in July 1776. It is one of 11 surviving copies and the only one known outside the United States. The discovery helps trace how news of independence spread as the young nation fought for autonomy.
Across the United States, the 250th anniversary is being marked with large city celebrations and small-town gatherings as Americans celebrate liberty amid heat waves and political divisions. The government has organized big-city events while thousands join parades, concerts, and community activities from Nebraska to Texas.