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Graham Platner is leaving the race for Maine's Senate seat. He officially told people he is withdrawing from his campaign. This happened after a report said he might have sexually assaulted a woman in 2021. Now, Maine Democrats must choose a new person to run instead of him. They need to pick someone by July 27th.
The Trump administration issued subpoenas to several New York Times journalists on Friday. The subpoenas require the reporters to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan about their story on security concerns with the president’s new Air Force One plane, which was given by Qatar. The Justice Department said the subpoenas are part of an investigation into the reporting. The Times said the journalists received the summons five days before they must appear in court.
US Democrat Ro Khanna says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers
Apple is suing OpenAI because it thinks the AI company stole its secrets. Apple says employees at OpenAI took private information about Apple's new products and ways of working. This happened through job interviews and work done by former Apple staff. The lawsuit claims this theft is a big problem for their partnership.
US congressman says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank
Congressman Ro Khanna says he was stopped by a group of Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank. He said the settlers surrounded his vehicle and blocked the road. Israeli soldiers and later police arrived, and the settlers were dispersed.
The New York Times sued a federal agency. This agency is called the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The NYT says the agency punished them unfairly. They filed this lawsuit on Friday in court.
English soccer star Harry Kane confirms he golfed with Trump: 'Surreal experience'
Former NFL commissioner Roger Goodell donated money to Jay Feely's campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives. Jay Feely is a former NFL kicker who now runs as a Republican in Arizona. His campaign has the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. Several other sports figures also gave money to his bid.
{"Senator Eric Schmitt, a Republican from Missouri, warned that the Democratic Party's 2028 primary will be shaped by a 'hammer-and-sickle' wave.","He said the current rise of radical leftists in the party is a flashing red light for the future.","Schmitt argued that these Democrats want to go to war with Western civilization."}
English soccer star Harry Kane calls round of golf with Trump a ‘surreal experience’
Shark sightings trigger beach alarm after swimmer is bitten during summer spike
Progressives say they’re done re-litigating old posts. Are their opponents?
Chef Greg Baxtrom opened a restaurant called 5 Acres in Rockefeller Center. The restaurant serves Midwestern, Heartland-style dishes. Baxtrom talks about using vegetables creatively and his personal journey with sobriety.
Shotzi Blackheart replied to Matt Cardona's comment about who is the 'Indy God' in pro wrestling. Cardona said he earned the title after winning many indie championships before returning to WWE in 2025. Blackheart disagreed, saying the title should belong to other wrestlers who still work full‑time on the indie scene. The exchange sparked discussion among fans on social media.
{"Christie Brinkley, a 72‑year‑old supermodel, said she is rethinking the idea of soulmates after having four marriages.","In an interview with Social Life magazine, she told editor Devorah Rose that she still believes in soulmates but is unsure they last forever as she once thought.","She discussed her views on aging and finding love later in life."}