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Ukrainian Drones Strike Omsk Oil Refinery Deep Inside Russia
Ukrainian drones struck the Omsk Oil Refinery, one of Russia’s largest, some 2,500 kilometers from Ukraine’s border, both Kyiv’s General Staff and the Omsk governor confirmed. Ukraine says a primary processing unit was hit and a fire broke out; Russian officials report no casualties. Damage is still being assessed.
Russia-Ukraine War
Ukrainian Drones Strike Omsk Oil Refinery Deep Inside Russia
Ukrainian drones struck the Omsk Oil Refinery, one of Russia’s largest, some 2,500 kilometers from Ukraine’s border, both Kyiv’s General Staff and the Omsk governor confirmed. Ukraine says a primary processing unit was hit and a fire broke out; Russian officials report no casualties. Damage is still being assessed.
Israel- Palestine War
Iran’s Khamenei Demands US, Israel Face Trial Over Alleged Crimes
Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has called for the United States and Israel to be prosecuted in domestic and international courts over alleged crimes against Iranians during the 2025 and 2026 wars, including the killing of his father and predecessor, Ali Khamenei. The allegations have not been independently verified.
U.S. LOCAL NEWS
Man Charged After Allegedly Living 8 Years in Arizona National Forest
Federal officers arrested a 65-year-old man accused of living illegally in Arizona’s Tonto National Forest for about eight years. Court filings describe roughly 1,000 pounds of trash at his campsite, six outstanding warrants and a judge’s order holding him as a potential flight risk.
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Missiles Over Kyiv, Millions in Tehran — and England Finally Conquers...
A Russian missile and drone barrage killed 14 people in the Kyiv area hours before President Trump departs for the NATO summit in Ankara. Tehran held the largest procession yet in Khamenei’s six-day funeral, and England beat co-host Mexico 3-2 at Estadio Azteca to reach the World Cup quarterfinals.
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White House TikTok Sets Pro-Trump Video to Taylor Swift Hit
The official White House TikTok account set a pro-Trump video to Taylor Swift’s No. 1 hit “The Fate of Ophelia,” despite the president’s months of public attacks on the singer. A White House official told Variety the clip was designed to bait media coverage.
U.S. POLITICS
Judge Rejects Trump Bid to Delay $5.8 Million Carroll Payment
A federal judge denied President Trump’s request for more time to respond to E. Jean Carroll’s demand for nearly $5.8 million from her 2023 civil verdict. Judge Lewis Kaplan issued a one-sentence order July 4, setting a July 7 deadline for Trump’s reply.
Health and Fitness
ODNI Accuses Fauci of Manipulating COVID Intelligence
Outgoing intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard released declassified documents she says show Anthony Fauci funded Wuhan coronavirus research, steered COVID-origin intelligence and lied to Congress. The claims are unverified, and Fauci has denied wrongdoing as U.S. agencies remain split on the virus’s origin.
Sports
FIFA President Infantino Confirms Trump Call Over Balogun, Defends FIFA Bodies
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed he received a call from President Trump about the Folarin Balogun case, while insisting FIFA’s judicial bodies are independent. The statement follows widespread criticism of the ruling clearing Balogun for Monday’s USA–Belgium Round of 16 and Belgium’s protest.
LIFESTYLE
Dad Gang Grows From 100 Garage Hats to 1 Million Dads...
Dad Gang says it started with three best friends, $250 each and a garage too small for a car. The apparel brand now says it reaches more than 1 million dads worldwide, built on quality hats and a mission to show fatherhood beyond the jokes.
TRUMP ADMINISTRATION
Judge Rejects Trump Bid to Delay $5.8 Million Carroll Payment
A federal judge denied President Trump’s request for more time to respond to E. Jean Carroll’s demand for nearly $5.8 million from her 2023 civil verdict. Judge Lewis Kaplan issued a one-sentence order July 4, setting a July 7 deadline for Trump’s reply.
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Europe
Zelensky Warns of New Massive Russian Strike, Urges Patriot Missiles
President Volodymyr Zelensky says intelligence indicates Russia is preparing a new massive strike, timed after U.S. Independence Day and before the NATO Summit in Ankara. He urged Ukrainians to heed air raid alerts and called on the United States and European partners to speed Patriot missiles to units in Ukraine.
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Europe
Ukrainian Drones Strike Omsk Oil Refinery Deep Inside Russia
Ukrainian drones struck the Omsk Oil Refinery, one of Russia’s largest, some 2,500 kilometers from Ukraine’s border, both Kyiv’s General Staff and the Omsk governor confirmed. Ukraine says a primary processing unit was hit and a fire broke out; Russian officials report no casualties. Damage is still being assessed.
WEATHER
7.4 Quake Off Japan Triggers Tsunami Warnings, Coastal Evacuations
A powerful offshore earthquake near Japan’s northeast coast triggered tsunami warnings and evacuation orders in parts of Hokkaido, Aomori and Iwate.
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VIRGINIA NEWS
This Week Across the DMV: Gun-Ban Ruling, Primary Results and a...
From courtroom to ballot box, the DMV had a consequential week. A Virginia judge blocked the state’s new assault weapons ban; Gov. Wes Moore and a Dan Cox rematch headline Maryland’s primary; progressives swept D.C.; a $200 billion-plus Virginia budget advanced; and federal officers seized five tons of marijuana at the Port of Baltimore.
Culture
Nepali Festival Tihar: the festival of lights & colors
Tihar, Nepal’s five-day festival of lights, blends diyos, rangoli, Lakshmi worship, and unique rituals honoring crows, dogs, and cows, culminating in Bhai Tika. It’s distinct from Diwali while sharing the spirit of light, gratitude, and family.
IMMIGRATION
At least 39 dead, 30 injured in fire at migrant center...
A fire has broken out at an immigration center in northern Mexico near the US border. The incident is reported to have happened late Monday...
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Alibaba Sues Pentagon Over Chinese Military Company List
Alibaba Group sued the U.S. Department of Defense on Tuesday, seeking removal from the Pentagon’s Section 1260H list of “Chinese military companies.” The company calls the designation a mistake, denies any military ties, and says it violates due process. The Defense Department declined to comment on the pending case.
Tech and Gadgets
Half of Americans Now Use AI Chatbots Like ChatGPT, Gemini, and...
In a striking reflection of how swiftly technology is reshaping daily life, a recent national survey by Elon University’s Imagining the Digital Future Center...
Fashion
Dad Gang Grows From 100 Garage Hats to 1 Million Dads...
Dad Gang says it started with three best friends, $250 each and a garage too small for a car. The apparel brand now says it reaches more than 1 million dads worldwide, built on quality hats and a mission to show fatherhood beyond the jokes.
Gardening
Composting for Vegetables: A Complete Guide to Healthier Garden Soil
Learn how composting for vegetables works — from choosing a bin and layering browns and greens, to troubleshooting problems and applying finished compost. A complete, source-backed guide for home gardeners covering materials, procedure, benefits, and practical uses across the growing season.
Business
Alibaba Sues Pentagon Over Chinese Military Company List
Alibaba Group sued the U.S. Department of Defense on Tuesday, seeking removal from the Pentagon’s Section 1260H list of “Chinese military companies.” The company calls the designation a mistake, denies any military ties, and says it violates due process. The Defense Department declined to comment on the pending case.
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