Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate to unite Democrats against Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden commends Vice President Kamala Harris’ choice of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Biden stated on Tuesday that the Democratic presidential ticket will uphold democracy and ensure continued U.S. leadership on the global stage. Harris and Walz will be appearing together in Philadelphia at an evening rally. The Midwestern governor, military veteran, and union supporter has played a key role in enacting a progressive Democratic agenda in Minnesota, including strong protections for abortion rights and support for families. Walz was elected chair of the Democratic Governors Association in December.
Five important facts about Tim Walz
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. The 60-year-old Democrat and military veteran gained prominence through sincere television appearances following President Joe Biden’s decision to not seek a second term. Walz has implemented liberal policies in his state, winning the governor’s office in 2018 and working with a Democratic-controlled Legislature to repeal abortion restrictions, safeguard gender-affirming care for minors, and legalize recreational marijuana use. Walz served in the Army National Guard for 24 years.
Tropical Storm Debby brings heavy rainfall and flooding to southeastern US
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Tropical Storm Debby has brought prolonged heavy rain to the southeastern United States and is expected to move over the Atlantic Ocean for the next few days before potentially returning to the mainland. The storm, which made landfall as a hurricane on Florida’s Gulf Coast, is moving slowly across historic Southern cities, posing a risk of record-setting rainfall. Debby’s center was just south of Savannah, Georgia, by 11 a.m. Tuesday. The latest forecast indicates the storm could strengthen in the ocean before making landfall near Charleston, South Carolina, by Thursday. At least five people have lost their lives due to the storm.
Israel-Hamas conflict update: Israeli soldiers injured amid Hezbollah strikes as broader war looms
Emergency officials report that at least 19 people, including six soldiers, have been wounded in northern Israel following drone attacks by Lebanon’s Hezbollah militants. Efforts are underway to prevent escalating tensions in the Middle East into a regional war, with Iran threatening retaliation for the recent killing of Hamas’ political leader in Tehran. In the occupied West Bank, Israeli military raids have resulted in the deaths of 10 Palestinians, including four teenagers, and injuries to another 10 individuals. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens as the sole aid corridor to the south remains closed.
Bangladesh president dissolves Parliament, paving the way for elections following ouster of former leader
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh’s president has dissolved Parliament, setting the stage for new elections after the resignation and departure of the longtime prime minister amid violent demonstrations against her rule. Opposition leader Khaleda Zia has been released from house arrest, and Dhaka appears calmer with no reports of fresh violence. As the country awaits the formation of a new government, a prominent student leader has suggested that Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus head an interim government. The U.S. has issued a travel advisory for Bangladesh due to civil unrest, crime, and terrorism.
Student-led uprising results in Bangladesh’s longest-serving prime minister’s removal from power
NEW DELHI (AP) — Analysts attribute Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s ouster to deep economic distress experienced by the majority of the population and a perception that the elites allied with Hasina thrived while the people suffered. Protests arose from discontent over a job quota system favoring members of Hasina’s party, escalating into widespread rejection of her autocratic rule. Security forces crackdown on the protests resulted in hundreds of deaths, fueling further demonstrations against Hasina’s leadership.
Judge in Trump’s hush money case postpones ruling on presidential immunity
NEW YORK (AP) — The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s hush money trial has delayed a key ruling on presidential immunity until two days before Trump’s scheduled sentencing. Originally set for September 6, the immunity ruling has been rescheduled to September 16, pending a decision on Trump’s lawyers’ appeal for the judge’s recusal. The trial also involves sentencing scheduled for September 18.
New findings suggest even smaller ancestors of the ‘hobbits’ inhabited an Indonesian island 700,000 years ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — Recent research indicates that ancestors of the “hobbits” discovered in an Indonesian cave two decades ago were even smaller. The study reveals earlier relatives of the Homo floresiensis species, who stood 3 1/2 feet tall, existed 700,000 years ago and were 2.4 inches shorter. The findings, published in Nature Communications, raise questions about how the hobbits evolved to their small size and their place in the human evolutionary timeline.
Wall Street rebounds after worst day in nearly two years, as Japanese stocks surge
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are experiencing a rebound following Japan’s market rally to recover from its worst day since 1987. The S&P 500 was up 1.6% Tuesday, on track to end a three-day losing streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 480 points, while the Nasdaq composite rose 1.7%. Strong earnings reports from companies like Uber have bolstered the market, with the majority of stocks climbing after a previous decline. Market fears have subsided, reflected in rising Treasury yields.
Paris embraces Olympics spirit with impromptu celebrations despite earlier skepticism
PARIS (AP) — Parisians are engaging in spontaneous celebrations, including conga lines at beach volleyball matches and street dancing during cycling events, as they embrace the Olympic spirit. Despite initial concerns about large crowds, hot weather, and stringent security, many Parisians who stayed in the city are now fully embracing the Games. Some who left town are expressing regret, as the festive atmosphere takes over the city. While merchants have reported a drop in non-Olympic tourism, residents are reveling in the successful hosting of the event.
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