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VILLAGES-NEWS Saluting our founding fathers as America celebrates 250 years of freedom BBC 'We must do what it takes to meet this new world head on' FOX NEWS WWE star dubs New Jersey coastal casino mecca 'saddest' in America FOX NEWS WWE star dubs New Jersey coastal casino mecca 'saddest' in America BBC Heavy security in South Africa as anti-migrant protesters take to the streets BBC Lily Allen defends tour after some fans criticise show length BBC Full Strawberry Moon captured over the UK in stunning photos BBC WhatsApp to let people chat by swapping usernames instead of phone numbers TECHCRUNCH Crypto exchange OKX wants AI agents to hire and pay each other VILLAGES-NEWS 83-year-old Villager in Lexus refuses to cooperate with breath test in DUI arrest VILLAGES-NEWS Second winning lottery ticket sold at same Publix in The Villages in past month VILLAGES-NEWS Saluting our founding fathers as America celebrates 250 years of freedom BBC 'We must do what it takes to meet this new world head on' FOX NEWS WWE star dubs New Jersey coastal casino mecca 'saddest' in America FOX NEWS WWE star dubs New Jersey coastal casino mecca 'saddest' in America BBC Heavy security in South Africa as anti-migrant protesters take to the streets BBC Lily Allen defends tour after some fans criticise show length BBC Full Strawberry Moon captured over the UK in stunning photos BBC WhatsApp to let people chat by swapping usernames instead of phone numbers TECHCRUNCH Crypto exchange OKX wants AI agents to hire and pay each other VILLAGES-NEWS 83-year-old Villager in Lexus refuses to cooperate with breath test in DUI arrest VILLAGES-NEWS Second winning lottery ticket sold at same Publix in The Villages in past month
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Saluting our founding fathers as America celebrates 250 years of freedom
Congressman Daniel Webster encourages a moment of reflection as we look forward to an important Independence Day weekend. Read more: Saluting our founding fathers as America celebrates 250 years of...
83-year-old Villager in Lexus refuses to cooperate with breath test in DUI arrest
An 83-year-old resident of the Village of Bradford was arrested Friday morning after witnesses reported seeing her throwing small bottles of alcohol out of her vehicle. Read more: 83-year-old Villager...
Second winning lottery ticket sold at same Publix in The Villages in past month
A winning Florida Lottery ticket worth nearly $40,000 was sold at a Publix supermarket in The Villages over the weekend, marking the second major win at this specific location in...
Villager who had been drinking all day arrested after domestic disturbance
A 67-year-old resident of the Village of Duval was arrested Friday following a domestic disturbance at her home. Read more: Villager who had been drinking all day arrested after domestic...
Resident of The Villages caught driving on expired N.J. license
A resident of the Village of Silver Lake on the Historic Side of The Villages was arrested Monday morning after a traffic stop revealed she was driving without a valid...
Top Stories
WWE star dubs New Jersey coastal casino mecca 'saddest' in America
WWE star Grayson Waller dubbed Atlantic City the "saddest city in America" in a video from the beach before "Monday Night Raw" at Boardwalk Hall.
Heavy security in South Africa as anti-migrant protesters take to the streets
Thousands of people have left South Africa ahead of Tuesday's deadline set by anti-migrant groups.
North v South - the battle for global supremacy is tighter than ever
The new Nations Championship pits the northern hemisphere against the south. Traditionally there would only be one winner in such a contest. Perhaps things are different now...
Trump’s massive GOP faith bloc raises red flag on Iran deal: Trust him, not his team
Evangelical leaders are divided over the Trump-Iran memorandum of understanding, with some praising military action and others warning Israel is betrayed.
HOA threatens American flag-flying homeowners as they fight for Old Glory before nation’s 250th birthday
San Marcos homeowners face fines from their HOA for flying the American flag, with one resident preparing a legal fight ahead of America's 250th birthday.
World
Heavy security in South Africa as anti-migrant protesters take to the streets
Thousands of people have left South Africa ahead of Tuesday's deadline set by anti-migrant groups.
Founder of Asian super-app Gojek sentenced to years in jail for corruption
The case against Gojek founder Nadiem Makarim relates to a laptop deal made during his term as Indonesia's education minister.
Manhunt under way after bomb injures Ukrainian oligarch and family in Monaco
The blast was caused by an explosive device which appeared to contain bolts and pellets, the head of Monaco's government said.
Why are South Korean fans so angry at their football coach?
Hong Myung-bo has resigned after South Korea failed to advance to the World Cup knockout stages.
Watch: Young bald eagle takes first flight in California
A popular stream set up by the Friends of Big Bear Valley caught the moment a juvenile eagle nicknamed Luna spread its wings.
Politics
'We must do what it takes to meet this new world head on'
The prime minister speaks as the UK government unveils its defence spending plans.
'We will bolster Nato', says UK defence secretary
Jarvis says defence spending plans "reflect the realities of warfare" and commits to strengthening the UK's nuclear deterrent.
Reeves: 'National security is economic security'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks as the government announces its defence spending plans.
Trump’s massive GOP faith bloc raises red flag on Iran deal: Trust him, not his team
Evangelical leaders are divided over the Trump-Iran memorandum of understanding, with some praising military action and others warning Israel is betrayed.
Seattle Pride parade pandemonium as nude marchers prance through streets in front of children
Seattle Pride parade attendees allegedly marched naked in front of children, sparking outrage and questions about Washington's indecent exposure law.
Tech & AI
Crypto exchange OKX wants AI agents to hire and pay each other
OKX is bringing together payments, identity and reputation into a marketplace for AI agents.
The AI jobs debate just got messier
A new report finds "high-intensity AI adopters” saw headcount increase 10.2%. Among those companies, entry-level headcount rose by 12%, countering the rhetoric that AI kills junior jobs.
Vibe coding platform Base44 launches own model as AI startups seek defensibility
Wix-owned vibe coding platform Base44 has started rolling out its own AI model — with hopes that it will eventually outperform frontier models.
US offers $10 million for info on group behind Signal and WhatsApp hacking spree
Operation by two Russia-state groups has been ongoing since at least March.
Chamath Palihapitiya raises $135M Series A for his AI coding startup, takes CEO role
VCs remain thirsty to fund AI coding startups. This one, founded by investor Chamath Palihapitiya, is no exception.
Science
Full Strawberry Moon captured over the UK in stunning photos
Skygazers captured stunning photos of the first full Moon of summer shining bright above the UK
In pictures: Stunning Strawberry Moon lights up the sky
Clear night skies over Hampshire and Dorset give stunning shots of the Strawberry Moon.
Shadowy tendrils of ancient lava have scarred a dark volcano next to a 'skull' in the Sahara — Earth from space
A 2019 astronaut photo shows off ancient lava flows that once oozed down the jet-black slopes of the Toussidé volcano in northwestern Chad. An intriguing volcanic "skull" also lurks in...
Cambridge college swift boxes used for first time
The endangered birds are nesting for the first time at the college, which delights its master.
Academic finds diverse algae on Antarctic mission
The Bristol researcher discovers "surprisingly rich" microscopic communities on her three-month trip.
Sports
WWE star dubs New Jersey coastal casino mecca 'saddest' in America
WWE star Grayson Waller dubbed Atlantic City the "saddest city in America" in a video from the beach before "Monday Night Raw" at Boardwalk Hall.
How to Watch Ivory Coast vs. Norway: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Ivory Coast and Norway FIFA World Cup match.
Antonee Robinson: Bosnia and Herzegovina Clash 'Most Important Game' in USA History
Antonee Robinson believes Wednesday's World Cup showdown with Bosnia and Herzegovina is the biggest game in U.S. men's national team history.
Should Disallowed Germany Goal vs. Paraguay Have Counted? 'They Got That Wrong'
Should Germany's extra time goal against Paraguay have counted? Former goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel thinks Germany were on the wrong side of a VAR review.
Paraguay stuns four-time World Cup champions Germany in penalty shootout after controversial call
Manuel Neuer and Germany were stunned in a penalty shootout as Paraguay advanced to the round of 16 after a controversial VAR call annulled a goal.
Entertainment
Lily Allen defends tour after some fans criticise show length
Some fans had complained that the show is too short because the singer only performs her latest album.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's prep for rumored wedding rolls on days ahead of reported MSG nuptials
A photo shows lighting equipment being delivered to Madison Square Garden days before Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rumored July 3 wedding.
Country star Morgan Wallen showcases Christian faith with Bible verse on cast during concert
Morgan Wallen took the stage at Clemson University's Memorial Stadium wearing a black cast with Joshua 2:21 written on it, displaying his Christian faith.
'Lilo & Stitch' actress Daveigh Chase's official cause of death released two weeks after she died at 35
Daveigh Chase's died from complications due to AIDS with chronic polysubstance use as a contributing factor, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner's office.
Lilo & Stitch star Daveigh Chase's cause of death was Aids
The actress, who also crawled out of a TV in horror film The Ring, passed away in LA this month, aged 35.
Business
WhatsApp to let people chat by swapping usernames instead of phone numbers
The app's new usernames feature will be rolled out globally over the next few months.
Homes harder to sell as high mortgage rates frustrate buyers
Three in five homes listed for sale since January remain on the market, says property portal Zoopla.
Homes harder to sell as high mortgage rates frustrate buyers
Three in five homes listed for sale since January remain on the market, says property portal Zoopla.
Shetland set to back £1.5bn plan to connect islands with undersea tunnels
The undersea links between some of the UK's most northerly islands could be in place within eight years.
India's biggest share sales tell the story of a country glued to its phones
NSE and Jio Platforms embody the sweeping changes in how India has consumed, invested and transacted over the past decade.
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Story Time
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2:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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