FBI says Trump was indeed struck by bullet during assassination attempt
WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI confirms that former President Donald Trump was hit in the ear by a bullet during an assassination attempt on July 13. The statement issued by the FBI on Friday clarifies the confusion and conflicting accounts surrounding the incident. FBI Director Christopher Wray initially stated that it was unclear whether Trump’s injuries were from a bullet or shrapnel.
Paris dazzles with a rainy Olympics opening ceremony on the Seine River
PARIS (AP) — Paris hosts its first Summer Olympics in a century with a spectacular opening ceremony despite rainy conditions. Athletes showcased resilience as they paraded along the Seine River, some even using umbrellas. The city’s showcase was marred by suspected sabotage incidents targeting France’s high-speed rail network, but the enthusiasm of the crowds remained high.
Arsonists attack French high-speed rail system hours before Paris Olympics opening ceremonies
PARIS (AP) — Arsonists disrupt France’s high-speed rail network, causing travel chaos for nearly 800,000 people across Europe, including athletes heading to the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. The coordinated attacks targeted signaling cables critical for the TGV system, leading to widespread disruptions. Authorities thwarted another arson attempt in Vergigny.
Netanyahu meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago, offering measured optimism on Gaza cease-fire
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to repair ties with Donald Trump and expresses cautious optimism about progress on a cease-fire deal for Gaza. The meeting between the two leaders marks a significant political alliance as they work towards a deal amid growing divisions in the U.S. over support for the Israeli-Hamas conflict.
Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris, crucial support ahead of election
ATLANTA (AP) — Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama publicly endorse Kamala Harris in her White House bid. The backing of the Obamas solidifies Harris as the likely nominee after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race. Harris expresses gratitude for their support and looks forward to campaigning with them leading up to the election.
Powerful cartel leader ‘El Mayo’ Zambada lured onto airplane before arrest in US, AP source says
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top Mexican drug cartel leader, Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, is arrested in the U.S. after being deceived into flying there. Zambada, who had evaded authorities for years, appeared in court and pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking charges. His arrest is a significant blow to the cartel’s operations.
Mexico’s president downplays cartel violence that drove nearly 600 Mexicans into Guatemala
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador downplays cartel violence that prompted nearly 600 Mexicans to flee into Guatemala. While acknowledging conflicts in the country, López Obrador thanks Guatemala for assisting the refugees as Mexico works with authorities to address the situation.
Harris will carry Biden’s economic record into the election. She hopes to turn it into an asset
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris aims to leverage the Biden-Harris economic record as she nears the Democratic presidential nomination. While the administration oversaw a strong economic rebound post-pandemic, concerns about rising prices have fueled unease. Harris faces the challenge of turning economic success into political capital.
Recall of Boar’s Head deli meats announced during investigation of listeria outbreak
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials recall Boar’s Head liverwurst and other deli meats amid a listeria outbreak that has caused illnesses and deaths. The tainted products, including liverwurst made at a Virginia plant, are under investigation to determine their link to the outbreak. Testing is ongoing to ensure public safety.
California’s largest wildfire explodes in size as fires rage across US West
California’s largest active fire grows rapidly, threatening homes and forcing evacuations as firefighters battle the blaze. The intensity of the Park Fire draws comparisons to the catastrophic Camp Fire that devastated Paradise in 2018. Communities across the U.S. West and Canada are on high alert as fires rage in various regions.
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