Harris vows to eliminate federal taxes on tips for service industry employees, following Trump’s promise
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris has pledged to work towards ending federal taxes on tips received by workers in the restaurant and service industries. This pledge mirrors a similar promise made by her opponent, Republican Donald Trump, creating a rare moment of political agreement between the two. Harris made this announcement at a rally in Las Vegas, a city heavily reliant on the hotel, restaurant, and entertainment sectors. Trump, who had made a similar pledge at a rally in June, is now accusing Harris of copying his promise, claiming that she lacks original ideas and can only steal from him.
Israel expands evacuation orders in southern Gaza after a deadly strike on a school-turned-shelter
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The Israeli military has issued further evacuation orders in southern Gaza following an airstrike on a school that had been converted into a shelter, resulting in the deaths of at least 80 Palestinians. The new orders affect areas in Khan Younis, including portions of an Israeli-designated humanitarian zone, citing rocket attacks originating from there. Israel has instructed mass evacuations as its forces return to areas extensively damaged during previous clashes with militants. The majority of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents have been displaced by the ongoing 10-month conflict, with negotiations for a cease-fire set to resume on Thursday.
Trump campaign reports email hack
Former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has reported a hack, attributing it to Iranian actors who allegedly stole and disseminated sensitive internal documents. While the campaign did not provide specific evidence linking Iran to the incident, the claim follows a report by Microsoft detailing foreign interference attempts in the 2024 U.S. campaign. The report highlighted an instance of an Iranian military intelligence unit sending a spear-phishing email to a presidential campaign official in June from a compromised email account of a former senior advisor.
Jordan Chiles loses gymnastics bronze medal, USOPC plans to appeal
PARIS (AP) — U.S. Olympic officials have announced their intention to appeal a court decision that resulted in American gymnast Jordan Chiles being asked to return the bronze medal she won in the Paris Olympics floor exercise. The Court of Arbitration for Sport voided an on-floor appeal by Chiles’ coach, which had elevated her to third place, citing a time limit violation. The International Gymnastics Federation has stated that it will honor the court’s decision and award the bronze to Romanian Ana Barbosu, with the International Olympic Committee confirming the reallocation.
‘I don’t want to die,’ Uvalde student tells 911 dispatcher during school shooting
DALLAS (AP) — During a mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, where 19 students and two teachers were killed, terrified individuals made frantic calls to 911 for help. A student described the scene to the operator, pleading, “Please, I don’t want to die,” while reporting multiple casualties. These calls from the May 24, 2022, tragedy were released after a legal battle, revealing details of one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history.
Ukraine president acknowledges military incursion into Russian territory
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indirectly acknowledged ongoing military actions in Russia’s Kursk border region, aiming to push the conflict into Russian territory. Zelenskyy’s remarks come after Ukraine initiated a surprise incursion into the Kursk region, which has extended for a sixth day. The incursion has resulted in casualties, including a deadly missile strike on Kyiv and injuries from a Ukrainian missile intercepted by Russian air defenses.
18 fatalities reported after landfill collapse in Uganda’s capital
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — At least 18 people have died following a landfill collapse in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, with 14 others sustaining injuries. Triggered by heavy rainfall, the collapse at the Kiteezi landfill, a major waste disposal site for Kampala, is believed to have claimed two children’s lives. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with the Uganda Red Cross spokesperson indicating that the toll may rise as more bodies are recovered from the site.
Families gather in Sao Paulo as experts identify victims of Brazilian plane crash
SAO PAULO (AP) — Relatives of the victims of a plane crash in Brazil are congregating in Sao Paulo as forensic experts work to identify the remains of the 62 individuals who perished in the tragedy. Brazilian authorities have confirmed the identification of the pilot and co-pilot among the deceased, following the crash of an ATR 72 operated by Brazilian airline Voepass. The aircraft was en route to Guarulhos international airport in Sao Paulo when it crashed in Vinhedo, located approximately 50 miles north of the city.
Olympic boxing champion files legal complaint for online harassment
PARIS (AP) — Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif has lodged a legal complaint in France for online harassment following false claims and criticism aimed at her during the Paris Olympics. Khelif, who secured gold in the women’s welterweight division, has become a prominent figure in Algeria and globally, drawing attention to women’s boxing. The complaint, filed with a specialized unit in the Paris prosecutor’s office, awaits a decision on whether an investigation will be initiated to identify the perpetrators.
Paris bids farewell as Olympics conclude, leaving lasting impact
PARIS (AP) — As the 2024 Olympics come to a close, Paris and other locations involved in the games are reflecting on the two and a half weeks of sporting events that captured the public’s enthusiasm. Following a century-long hiatus since Paris’ last Games, the farewell signals the end of a memorable chapter colored by high and low moments. While uncertainties remain regarding a future embrace between France’s capital and the Olympics, both entities have been transformed by their summer fling, potentially for the better.
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