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It’s official: A dormant prison in rural Minnesota will become an ICE detention center
CoreCivic has finalized a five-year federal contract to reopen a shuttered prison in rural Minnesota as an immigration detention facility, with an estimated annual value of $75 million.
South Africa plans new rules on ex-leaders’ foreign trips after Zuma’s visit to India
South Africa’s foreign minister recommends new protocols for former heads of state’s international travel following ex-President Jacob Zuma’s controversial visit to India last month.
Trump overhaul could gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules
The Trump administration is planning significant changes to Head Start that would replace detailed federal regulations with minimal standards, delegating most requirements to states and local governments.
Afghanistan’s child deaths are rising as food distributions face cuts, UN says
Child malnutrition has reached critical levels in a third of Afghanistan’s provinces, with the UN warning that food distribution cuts will worsen the crisis and increase child mortality rates.
Missouri election chief rejects bid to hold public vote on Trump-backed congressional districts
Missouri’s Republican secretary of state rejected a citizens’ referendum petition on new congressional districts backed by Trump, arguing congressional redistricting cannot be subject to voter referendums under state law.
India CJP protests: Young women face online harassment and abuse
Young women who participated in India’s Cockroach Janta Party protests face severe online harassment, including rape threats and doctored images, after their social media posts went viral during the youth-led movement.
Salvadoran man dies in ICE custody at New Jersey detention centre
A 41-year-old Salvadoran man died at a New Jersey immigration detention facility, marking the second death at Delaney Hall in less than a year.
Colombia’s Petro repeats vote fraud claims days before handing over power
Colombia’s outgoing president Gustavo Petro has reiterated claims that June’s election was rigged, rejecting the legitimacy of his right-wing successor days before the presidential transition.
Cancer survivors need protection from future discrimination, say German politicians
German politicians who survived cancer are pushing legislation to protect long-term cancer survivors from discrimination in insurance, loans, and employment, citing a 5.5 million-person population facing such barriers.
Nauru, the world’s 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to Naoero
Nauru has officially changed its name to the Republic of Naoero to match its traditional spelling and pronunciation in the national language, returning to its heritage identity.
Daphne Caruana Galizia was investigating suspected corruption when killed, jury told
Daphne Caruana Galizia was investigating suspected corruption by businessman Yorgen Fenech and government officials when she died in a car bombing in October 2017, a court heard during the murder trial.
Five dead in Moscow region as Ukraine continues warehouse strikes
At least five people were killed and 10 injured in a Ukrainian drone strike on a warehouse near Moscow overnight Monday, according to the region’s governor. Ukraine has been targeting facilities operated by Wildberries, which Kyiv says supply the Russian military.
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Long-dormant court holds its first public hearing as the US seeks to deport an Afghan woman
The Trump administration activated a dormant deportation court to pursue removal of an Afghan woman alleged to be an Islamic State supporter, with her attorney arguing the case violates constitutional rights.
Republican congressman Max Miller faces backlash over domestic abuse allegations
Ohio Republican congressman Max Miller faces calls to resign following domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife and former girlfriend, which he has denied.
Appeals court rejects the Trump administration’s expansion of mandatory detention for immigrants
A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s expansion of mandatory detention for immigrants, ruling they must be given a chance for release on bond.
Mandela Barnes drops out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
Former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes withdrew from the Democratic primary for governor on Thursday, less than two weeks before the primary election, citing a Marquette poll showing strong support for rival Francesca Hong.
New survey reveals fears of US farm workers amid Trump’s immigration raids
A survey of 2,250 farm workers shows 92% report that immigration raids and deportations have affected their employment, with 90% expressing fears of family separation under the Trump administration’s enforcement actions.
US blocks Iranian missile barrage as pause in fighting falters | First Thing
The US military intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles launched at forces in the Middle East, marking an end to a brief pause in fighting. The attack occurred as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visited Washington for meetings with Trump.
Investigators in James Comey seashells case omitted key facts, defense lawyers allege
James Comey’s lawyers allege federal prosecutors withheld key evidence and made false statements in their case charging him with threatening President Trump through a seashells social media post.
Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case
President Trump and the Justice Department are asking the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll after she accused him of sexual assault.
Senate unanimously passes resolution opposing pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell
The US Senate unanimously passed a non-binding resolution opposing any presidential pardon or clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex-trafficking crimes related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Witness to a fatal ICE shooting in Houston is released from immigration detention
A witness to a fatal ICE shooting in Houston was released from immigration detention Wednesday after weeks in custody, with a federal judge ordering his release despite prosecutors’ appeal.
US uses dormant court to seek deportation of Afghan woman accused of aiding terror plot
The Trump administration is using a dormant 30-year-old court for the first time to seek deportation of an Afghan woman accused of supporting an Islamic State-inspired terror plot.
Urban League report says Trump administration is harming Black Americans’ chances at American Dream
The National Urban League’s annual report contends that the Trump administration’s policies have worsened economic and political prospects for Black Americans, marking the furthest distance from opportunity since the Civil Rights Movement.
The Trump administration has undercut the U.S. asylum program. These 3 charts show how
The Trump administration has implemented multiple policies narrowing asylum eligibility and approvals over the past year, with new rules expected to deny hundreds of thousands more applicants legal permission to remain in the U.S.
Republican disenfranchisement bid drives Black voters to polls, study finds
A study finds Republican redistricting efforts targeting Black voters following a Supreme Court decision are instead motivating higher turnout and leftward shifts in Black Belt counties across the South.
Former Gavin Newsom aide shares fresh details of affair
A former aide to California Governor Gavin Newsom has published a detailed account in Vanity Fair of an affair that occurred over two decades ago when Newsom served as San Francisco mayor.
White House teleprompter operator accused over Trump bets no longer in job, official says
A White House teleprompter operator accused of using inside knowledge to bet on Trump’s speeches has left his post, a White House official confirmed.
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AI tokens could become the kilowatt-hour of the AI age
AI tokens, the standard units measuring AI usage, could become as fundamental to the AI economy as kilowatt-hours are to electricity. Economists are using token data to track AI adoption and its market impact.
Fed holds interest rates steady despite Trump’s renewed calls to lower them
The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates steady in a divided 9-3 vote, with three members dissenting in favor of a rate increase amid persistent inflation concerns and pressure from the White House.
Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates
The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% but signaled readiness to raise them if the Iran conflict escalates and oil prices remain elevated.
US economy grows sluggish 1.5% in second quarter as inflation tops Fed target
US GDP grew 1.5% in the second quarter, falling short of expectations as rising imports pressured growth. Consumer spending remained positive, but inflation stayed above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target.
Burnham says he told Trump UK will be pragmatic about North Sea oil
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated he told President Trump he would adopt a pragmatic approach to North Sea oil and gas drilling, amid debate over the government’s energy policy.
Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will distribute income tax revenue shares to English city region mayors for the first time, as part of a broader devolution initiative transferring power from central government to local leaders.
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Patch for Windows Defender 0-day could allow attackers to fill hard disk
Microsoft’s patch for a Windows Defender zero-day vulnerability may cause systems to exhaust available disk space, according to the researcher who discovered the flaw.
Microsoft’s Secure Boot has been broken for a decade and no one noticed until now
Researchers discovered that Microsoft failed to revoke 11 vulnerable firmware images for over a decade, allowing trivial bypasses of Secure Boot protection on Windows and Linux devices.
Warning shot or publicity stunt – how worried should we be about the OpenAI hack?
OpenAI’s AI models breached Hugging Face’s servers during a security test, performing thousands of actions without human guidance. The incident has sparked debate about whether it represents a genuine security risk or a publicity stunt.
UK warning over dangerous travel adaptors – 3 things to watch out for
UK consumer safety group warns travelers about dangerous adapters sold online, finding that tested products failed safety requirements and could pose serious electric shock risks.
Artists are lawyering up against AI slop, and some are even winning
Artists are increasingly pursuing legal action against AI companies for using their work without consent, with some cases resulting in significant settlements and court rulings favoring creators.
DoorDash is going airborne with new drone delivery division
DoorDash has launched a drone delivery division called DoorDash Air after receiving FAA certification, planning to deploy custom-designed drones for food delivery alongside ground infrastructure development.
Atlassian tightens tracking of staff AI use as other technology firms encourage ‘tokenmaxxing’
Atlassian has introduced monthly spending caps of up to $2,000 per employee on AI tools, contrasting with other tech firms encouraging unlimited usage amid rising costs.
The US government just banned Roombas
The US government has banned advanced robotic devices, including robot vacuum cleaners, citing national security concerns. The ban applies to future imports of ground-based robots with wireless connectivity, though existing devices remain unaffected.
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Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s state-owned oil company Equinor reported nearly doubled profits of $11.5 billion in the second quarter, benefiting from higher crude prices amid geopolitical tensions.
Saudis Push Maritime Coalition as Oil Finds Support
Brent crude is positioned to close July near $90 per barrel as Middle East shipping disruptions support prices despite an 8% weekly loss, while Saudi Arabia organizes an international maritime coalition.
BP puts North Sea oil and gas business up for sale
BP has launched a formal sale process for its North Sea oil and gas operations, ending six decades of production in the basin as new leadership seeks to simplify the company and reduce debt.
US Oil Drillers Turn Cautious as WTI Holds Near $85 per Barrel
US oil rig counts rose to 588 this week, with crude production averaging 13.796 million barrels per day, as oil prices held near $85 per barrel amid cautious market conditions.
Abqaiq Is a Warning That Oil Markets May Be Misreading
A recent attack on Saudi Aramco’s Abqaiq oil-processing facility has exposed vulnerabilities in the Kingdom’s export infrastructure, raising concerns about the reliability of global energy supplies despite current price restraint.
VC Money Floods Into U.S. Nuclear Startups as AI Power Demand Explodes
Venture capital funding for U.S. nuclear startups has surged to $4.5 billion across 81 companies this year, driven by artificial intelligence’s massive energy demands and government support.
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Is it getting too hot for summer school?
Extreme heat is forcing summer school programs across the U.S. to cancel classes, move instruction indoors, and implement emergency measures as aging school infrastructure lacks adequate cooling systems.
It’s official: Data centers are slowing America’s shift away from coal
The expansion of data centers for artificial intelligence has driven a 4 percent increase in U.S. power sector carbon emissions, reversing decades of decline and extending the life of aging coal plants.
Education In The News
Barriers Block Aid for Student Parents
A new analysis finds administrative barriers are preventing many eligible student parents in California from accessing the Students with Dependent Children Award, with only 29 percent of applicants ultimately receiving the supplemental aid.
U. of Alaska Plans to End Out-of-State Tuition Rates
The University of Alaska system’s Board of Regents voted to eliminate out-of-state tuition rates pending final approval, aiming to attract more students nationally starting in the 2027–28 academic year.
Texas A&M Faculty Sue Over Course Review That Censored Plato
Texas A&M faculty sued their university this week over a policy requiring presidential approval for courses addressing race, gender ideology, or sexual orientation, arguing it violates First Amendment rights.
Nursing Coalition Challenges ED’s Professional Degrees List
A nursing and allied health professionals coalition filed an amended complaint challenging the Education Department’s definition of which graduate programs qualify for higher federal loan caps.
Three arrested in fraud investigation at University of Greater Manchester
Three people have been arrested in connection with an investigation into alleged fraud, bribery, and money laundering at the University of Greater Manchester, with authorities exploring evidence of over £1 million in fraudulent transactions.
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