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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's Essence Cover Sparks Ethics Debate Over Judicial Publicity
The Supreme Court justice appears on the magazine's July issue as critics argue her public profile blurs lines between judiciary and celebrity.
English Fans' Drinking Gives Starmer-Burnham Transition a Headache
The outgoing prime minister and his successor disagree on whether to lift the ban on alcohol consumption in soccer stadium stands, complicating next month's power handoff.
Starmer, Burnham Divided on Alcohol Rules at Soccer Matches as England Advances in World Cup
The outgoing prime minister cited police advice against relaxing drinking restrictions; his successor suggested the current ban may be unjustified.
Cuba Faces Another Island-Wide Blackout as Fuel Reserve Dwindles and Aging Grid Crumbles
The blackout affecting 10 million people comes after a Russian oil tanker delivery ran out by month's end, with public transportation halted and tens of thousands of surgeries canceled.
Debate Over Billionaire Wealth Intensifies as Musk Joins Trillionaire Ranks
SpaceX going public pushed Elon Musk's net worth over $1 trillion, sparking renewed debate about extreme wealth concentration in America.
Scientists Build First Synthetic Cell From Scratch, Opening New Frontier for Medicine and Manufacturing
University of Minnesota researchers developed SpudCell using only non-living materials, marking a milestone that could lower drug costs and reduce industrial pollution.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Says America Owes Black Women 'Everything' at Essence Festival
The outgoing Texas congresswoman made the remarks during a July 4 weekend appearance in New Orleans, drawing mixed reactions online.
Luna Calls for Investigation Into Patriot Front After DC Rally
Florida Republican points to group's funding and lack of prior federal scrutiny under previous administration as cause for concern.
Doomsday Speculation About Midterm Elections Takes Hold Among Political Observers
President Trump has ramped up rhetoric ahead of November's midterms, with some Democrats warning that GOP strategies could suppress voter turnout.
Mosque Incident Sparks Political Backlash After Democrats Call It Anti-Muslim Attack Before Suspect's Background Emerged
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and AG Letitia James condemned what they called Islamophobia, but police say the suspect may be Muslim himself.