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United and Delta have announced new paid options that remove middle seats in select rows and unbundle premium fares. United will sell an Economy Plus row without a middle-seat on its incoming A321XLRs later this year, and Delta has expanded "Basic" fares into First, Premium Select and Delta One for some routes starting September.
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German wrestler Marcel Barthel, performing as El Grande Americano, has been charged with misdemeanor battery in Orlando after an April incident involving an elevator confrontation. He has pleaded not guilty and returns to court as a mask-vs-mask match against Chad Gable looms in Monterrey.
Bishops in Orlando have held a consecration service to the Sacred Heart, tying devotion to service and justice while drawing political overtones. The move follows a long Catholic tradition and comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the church's role in public life. Revisions to the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People were approved earlier in the week.
Leagues and players are negotiating changes to the amateur and international drafts and the salary framework. Proposals include reducing rounds, raising age thresholds, and introducing hard signing pools. The talks have intensified as a potential lockout looms beyond 2026.
KFC has announced a revamp that includes Open House, new sauces, and a refreshed Colonel Sanders look. The first Open House prototype will open in McKinney, Texas, later this summer, with table service, drive-thru and takeout. The chain is expanding its boneless items and introducing 20-plus sauces, including Chimichurri Ranch and Hot Honey Habanero, as part of a broader reinvention.
A 31-year-old woman hiking with her boyfriend and friend was attacked by an alligator in the Econlockhatchee River in Seminole County, Florida. She died en route to hospital. Florida Wildlife officials euthanized two nearby alligators; DNA testing will confirm if they are the animal involved. Alligators are common in Florida waters and can be territorial during mating season and low water periods.
Former Titans star Chris Johnson has revealed he has ALS, diagnosed in 2025. He says he chose to fight, using a speech device, and is sharing his journey publicly. The announcement comes after his successful NFL career, including a 2,006-yard season in 2009.
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.
Waymo has announced the expansion of its driverless robotaxi fleet to four new U.S. cities, starting with employee rides before opening to the public. The Ojai vehicle is introduced as a comfort-focused option, with expansion plans across San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa, and Denver. The rollout faces regulatory approvals and past safety incidents.
MLB has circulated proposals for a cap and payroll floor as players push back. The league argues the changes are needed to restore competitive balance, while players warn the plan could curb top earners and disrupt star players’ schedules during the All-Star period.
Hannah Rapp, 26, was struck by a reversing car while riding with a cyclist in Brazos County, Texas. She has died at a local hospital. A 31-year-old man, Charles Medina, has been arrested on a manslaughter charge as investigators pursue a full probe.
Hannah Rapp, 26, a rising featherweight boxer, has died after being struck by a car in Brazos County, Texas. Charles Medina, 31, has been arrested on manslaughter charges. Authorities say Medina allegedly overtook the cyclists, reversed, and struck Rapp. Rapp had recently challenged for the WBC title and had relocated to Texas.