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NATIONAL

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US--ARKANSAS-HIKERS KILLED

Police search for suspect who fatally attacked couple in Arkansas’ Devil’s Den State Park

SUMMARY: Police in Arkansas are searching for a suspect in the deaths of a couple who investigators said were attacked while on a wooded walking trail with their two young daughters. State police say Clinton David Brink and Cristen Amanda Brink were found dead Saturday at Devil’s Den State Park in Washington County in a suspected homicide. Their daughters, who are 7 and 9, were not hurt. Officials described the suspect as a white male wearing dark shorts, a dark ballcap, sunglasses and fingerless gloves. He was seen driving toward a park exit in a black, four-door sedan with a license plate partly covered by tape.

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US--TROPICAL-WEATHER

Hurricane Iona forms after rapidly strengthening in the central Pacific Ocean, no threat to Hawaii

SUMMARY: Forecasters say Iona rapidly strengthened into a hurricane in the central Pacific Ocean and is expected to continue trekking toward the west over warm, open waters well south of Hawaii. Hurricane Iona has maximum sustained winds of 75 mph Monday morning, making it a Category 1 hurricane. The center of the storm was 895 miles southeast of Honolulu. No watches or warnings were in effect for the storm, which is far from land. Iona is expected to strengthen more over the next couple of days before weakening around the middle of the week.

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US--FLORIDA IMMIGRATION DETENTION CENTER

Attorneys: ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detainees held without charges, barred from legal access

SUMMARY: Lawyers seeking a temporary restraining order against an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades say that “Alligator Alcatraz” detainees have been barred from meeting attorneys. They also say that the detainees are being held without any charges and that federal immigration courts have canceled bond hearings. A virtual hearing in federal court in Miami was being held Monday on the lawsuit. Critics have condemned the facility as a cruel and inhumane threat to the ecologically sensitive wetlands, while Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other Republican state officials have defended it as part of the state’s aggressive push to support President Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration.

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US--CALIFORNIA-PLANE CRASH

All 3 people aboard a small plane that crashed in the ocean off California died, officials say

SUMMARY: Law enforcement officials say all three people aboard a small twin-engine plane that crashed into the Pacific Ocean off California’s central coast have died. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the fatalities late Sunday. The plane went down about 300 yards off Point Pinos. Officials have not disclosed the cause of the crash, which happened Saturday. Witnesses reported hearing the aircraft engine revving before a splash. Debris later washed ashore. The plane took off from San Carlos airport and was last seen near Monterey. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board will investigate.

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US--DENVER-JET EMERGENCY

Passengers flee smoking jet on emergency slide after apparent landing gear problem at Denver airport

SUMMARY: Passengers had to use an emergency slide to evacuate a smoking American Airlines jet at Denver International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration says the Boeing 737 MAX 8 reported a “possible landing gear incident” during its departure for Miami on Saturday. Video showed of passengers — including some with small children — sliding down the chute. Some tripped at the end and fell onto the runway. One passenger was taken to a medical facility, while five others were evaluated for injuries but didn’t need hospitalization. Firefighters extinguished a fire on the aircraft. The FAA says it plans to investigate.

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US--MICHIGAN-WALMART STABBING

Authorities seek to file terrorism and assault charges against suspect in Walmart knife attack

SUMMARY: Authorities say they plan to file terrorism and assault with intent to murder charges against the suspect in a weekend knife attack at a Walmart store in Michigan. Eleven people were stabbed Saturday at the store in Traverse City and all are expected to survive. Authorities say Bradford Gille of Afton, Michigan, is in custody and that investigators believe those hurt Saturday were not specifically targeted. A local sheriff, Michael Shea, praised the quick response by law enforcement officers who arrived within minutes of getting a call about the stabbing . Shea says a group of bystanders intervened and detained the suspect in the parking lot.

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EU--TRUMP-SCOTLAND

Trump calls for more Gaza food aid and talks up his golf course in meeting with UK’s prime minister

SUMMARY: President Donald Trump has announced plans to press Israel for more food aid to Gaza. Trump made the statement during a meeting Monday with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Trump’s Turnberry golf course in Scotland. The prime minister urges the U.S. to take a larger role in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues. Trump initially focused on past U.S. aid efforts but shifted his stance after being questioned about images of starving children in Gaza. Trump emphasizes Israel’s responsibility and expresses his intent to discuss the issue with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump also talked about the opulence of the golf course — even though Starmer doesn’t golf.

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US--VANCE

Vice President JD Vance is on the road again to sell the Republicans’ big new tax law

SUMMARY: Vice President JD Vance has hit his home state to continue promoting the GOP’s sweeping tax-and-border bill. He was in Canton, Ohio, on Monday to talk about the bill’s benefits for American families and businesses. His speech before a crowd at the Metallus Inc. steel mill marks Vance’s second trip this month to sell the package that Republicans call the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” as he becomes its chief promoter on the road. In West Pittston, Pennsylvania, this month, Vance told attendees at an industrial machine shop that they should be able to keep more of their pay in their pockets. The White House sees the new law as a political boon, sending Vance to promote it in swing congressional districts.

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UNITED STATES-CHINA-TRADE

US and China to talk in Stockholm on trade with eye on Trump-Xi summit later this year

SUMMARY: U.S. and Chinese officials are meeting in Stockholm to discuss trade tariffs and a potential summit between their leaders. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are holding talks Monday, marking their third meeting this year. Analysts say they are likely to agree on maintaining current tariff levels while working toward a more lasting trade deal. The U.S. currently taxes Chinese goods at 30%, while China imposes a 10% tariff. The talks may also address issues like China’s industrial overcapacity and fentanyl-related tariffs, with hopes of reaching a deal to be announced when U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping possibly meet later this year.

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INTERNATIONAL

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ML--MIDEAST-WARS-GAZA

Israeli strikes kill 36 in Gaza, including a mother and newborn, as more aid is allowed in

SUMMARY: Local health officials say Israeli strikes have killed at least 36 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip, including a pregnant woman whose baby was delivered after her death but also died. Israel meanwhile eased some aid restrictions after coming under mounting pressure over the spiraling hunger crisis in the war-ravaged territory. Israel announced on Sunday that the military would pause operations in several areas for 10 hours a day until further notice to allow for the improved flow of aid and designate secure routes for aid delivery. Aid agencies have welcomed the new measures but say they are not enough to counter worsening starvation in the Palestinian territory.

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AS--THAILAND-CAMBODIA

Thailand and Cambodia agree to an unconditional ceasefire in their deadly border clashes

SUMMARY: Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an unconditional ceasefire to end deadly border clashes. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the agreement Monday after hosting the talks as annual chair of the ASEAN regional bloc, saying the ceasefire comes into effect at midnight local time. Military commanders and officials from both countries will meet to defuse tensions. The clashes began last Thursday after a land mine explosion wounded Thai soldiers. The violence has killed at least 35 people and displaced over 260,000. The ceasefire marks a significant step towards peace and security in the region.

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EU--US-TARIFFS-EUROPE REACTION

A raw deal but the best they could get with Trump: Europe dismayed and relieved at the same time

SUMMARY: The European Union’s trade agreement with the Trump administration is receiving mixed reviews. EU officials claim they avoided a major economic disaster, but French officials argue the EU didn’t leverage its full strength. The deal imposes a 15% tariff on most goods imported into the U.S., with no agreement on key areas like pharmaceuticals and steel. French officials criticize the deal as unbalanced, while Germany and Italy see it as avoiding unnecessary escalation. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán calls it a failure for Europe. Economists warn the deal could hinder growth and lacks clarity.

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UN--MIDEAST WARS-TWO-STATE SOLUTION-EXPLAINER

What to expect, and what not to, at the UN meeting on an Israel-Palestinian two-state solution

SUMMARY: The U.N. General Assembly has brought high-level officials together to promote a two-state solution to the decades-old Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Israel and its close ally the United States are boycotting the meeting. The gathering will be co-chaired by the foreign ministers of France and Saudi Arabia. Israel’s government opposes a two-state solution. The United States has called the meeting “counterproductive” to its efforts to end the war in Gaza. France and Saudi Arabia want the meeting to put a spotlight on the two-state solution which they view as the only viable road map to peace and to start addressing the steps to get there. The Palestinians accuse Israel of undermining repeated peace initiatives.

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US--TRUMP-GAZA

Trump says he wants Netanyahu to ‘make sure they get the food’ in Gaza amid humanitarian crisis

SUMMARY: President Donald Trump has expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, urging Israel to ensure food reaches the people there. Speaking in Scotland on Monday, Trump emphasized the need for action as images of starving children have sparked international outcry. Trump noted that the U.S. and other nations are providing aid, but stressed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must manage its distribution. His remarks mark a shift from his earlier stance on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Trump also mentioned plans for the U.S. to set up food centers, though details remain unclear.

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CB--TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS-SHOOTING

Police say 3 killed, 10 injured in the Turks and Caicos Islands’ first mass shooting

SUMMARY: Authorities in the Turks and Caicos Islands say three young men have been killed and 10 others injured at a popular nightspot in the British territory’s first mass shooting in recent history. The police commissioner says at least four suspects were involved in the shooting early Sunday on the island of Providenciales. Premier Charles Washington Misick says a lot of recent gang violence seems to be concentrated in the archipelago’s Haitian communities. No one has been arrested. The shooting comes as the archipelago cracks down on illegal immigration. Haitians represent a third of the territory’s population.

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EU--RUSSIA-UKRAINE-WAR

Trump says he’s shortening the 50-day deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine

SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump says he intends to shorten the 50-day deadline he gave Russian President Vladimir Putin to reach a deal that ends the three-year war in Ukraine. His announcement Monday came as the Ukrainian air force said Russia fired another overnight barrage at Ukraine. Trump said two weeks ago he would implement “severe tariffs” on Russia unless a peace deal is reached by early September. Trump said he would give Putin 10 to 12 days from Monday instead. That means he wants peace efforts to make progress by Aug. 7-9. The plan includes possible sanctions and secondary tariffs targeting Russia’s trading partners.

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EU--EUROPE-WILDFIRES

Turkey faces a ‘very risky week’ for wildfires as flames also scorch parts of southeast Europe

SUMMARY: An official in Turkey says the country faces a “very risky week” for wildfires as blazes across parts of southeast Europe and the Balkans damaged homes and led to a huge firefighting operation that included evacuations. Nearly 100 people face prosecution over the fires in Turkey. Blazes erupted near Turkey’s fourth-largest city Bursa over the weekend. A wildfire also erupted Monday in forests outside the western port city of Izmir where 11 aircraft were helping ground-based fire units and residents battle the blaze. Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumakli told reporters in Ankara on Monday that “we are in a very risky week.” Blazes were also affecting Greece, Bulgaria and Albania.

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ML--MIDEAST-WARS-GENOCIDE

Two Israeli rights groups say their country is committing genocide in Gaza

SUMMARY: Two prominent Israeli rights groups say their country is committing genocide in Gaza. It’s the first time that local, Jewish-led groups have made such accusations against Israel during nearly 22 months of war. The claims by B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights-Israel add to an explosive debate over whether Israel’s military offensive in Gaza in response to Hamas’ deadly 2023 attack amounts to genocide. In Israel, founded in the wake of the Holocaust, even the government’s strongest critics have refrained from making such accusations. That’s due to the deep sensitivities and strong memories of the Nazi genocide of Europe’s Jews.

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AS--THAILAND-SHOOTING

Gunman with a grudge kills 5 and wounds 2 at a Bangkok market before killing himself, police say

SUMMARY: A gunman has shot and killed five people at a popular fresh food market in the Thai capital before killing himself. Police said Monday’s shooting was motivated by a longstanding personal grudge. The dead included security guards and a vendor at the Or Tor Kor Market, and two women were wounded. The market is located next to the better known Chatuchak weekend market, which is popular with Thai and foreign tourists. Police said the grudge originated with the shooter’s car getting scratched in 2019 or 2020.

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AF--CONGO-CHURCH-ATTACK-WHAT TO KNOW

An attack on a Congolese church killed nearly 40 worshippers. Here’s what to know

SUMMARY: Islamic State-backed rebels have killed nearly 40 people during an attack on a church in eastern Congo. The rebels with the Allied Democratic Force killed 38 worshipers at the church and another five in a nearby village Sunday. The victims include 19 men, 15 women and nine children. The attack is the latest in a series of deadly attacks carried out by the ADF, a group established in the 1990s during tensions in neighboring Uganda. The ADF pledged allegiance in 2019 to the Islamic State and sought to establish an Islamic caliphate in Uganda. The group often targets civilians in remote villages.

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ML--EMIRATES-ILLEGAL HOUSING CRACKDOWN

As Dubai cracks down on crowded, illegal apartments, migrant workers have nowhere else to go

SUMMARY: Dubai is cracking down on illegal subletting in which a dozen or more migrants live in overcrowded apartments, leaving many low-paid workers scrambling for housing. Authorities have launched inspections after recent fires, including one in June at a high-rise with jerry-rigged partitioned apartments. Officials say these setups pose major safety risks. Migrant workers earning as little as $300 a month often share cramped, makeshift spaces to afford rent in a city with rising housing costs. Many now fear eviction and homelessness. Dubai Municipality defends the campaign as improving safety but hasn’t addressed where displaced workers will live. Critics warn the crackdown adds stress to already precarious living conditions.

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EU--GERMANY-TRAIN-DERAILED

Train derailment that killed 3 in Germany apparently was caused by landslide

SUMMARY: Investigators believe a landslide brought on by heavy rainfall likely caused a regional train to derail in southern Germany, killing three people and injuring 41 more. More than 100 people were aboard the Deutsche Bahn train Sunday when at least two carriages derailed in a forested area near Riedlingen, west of Munich. The train’s driver, another employee and a passenger were killed. Some of the 41 injured were seriously hurt. Police say the downpours in the area caused a sewage shaft to overflow, likely triggering the landslide of an embankment where the derailment occurred.

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EU--RUSSIA-UKRAINE-WAR-POW REHABILITATION

Freed from Russian prisons, Ukrainian soldiers lean into counseling to rebuild their lives

SUMMARY: A former Ukrainian prisoner of war has embraced life with urgency since his release in April. In one week, Stanislav Tarnavskyi proposed to his girlfriend, bought an apartment and adopted a puppy. Tarnavskyi spent three years in Russian captivity, enduring trauma that still haunts him through nightmares and flashbacks. He credits his fiancée and therapy for helping him heal, though recovery remains a challenge. Experts stress the importance of long-term care for ex-POWs, who often face PTSD, depression, and physical scars. Another former POW, Denys Zalizko, finds solace in music and fitness, channeling his pain into dreams of becoming an artist.

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ML--SUDAN-WAR

Sudan’s paramilitaries announces a parallel government, deepening the country’s crisis

SUMMARY: A paramilitary group in Sudan has announced the formation of a parallel government in areas it controls, mainly in Darfur. This move, announced on Saturday, is expected to worsen the crisis in Sudan, which has been in chaos since April 2023. Tensions between the military and the Rapid Support Forces, or RSF, has led to fighting in Khartoum and other areas. The RSF, accused of atrocities, has named Gen. Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo as head of a new 15-member council. The internationally recognized government in Khartoum condemned the move, calling it a “fake government.” The situation could further divide Sudan.

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AF--NIGERIA-BOAT CAPSIZES

Boat capsizes in Nigeria’s Niger state and at least 25 people feared dead, authorities say

SUMMARY: A boat carrying passengers to a market in north-central Nigeria has capsized, killing at least 25 people. The accident happened on Saturday near Gumu village in Niger state. Authorities say search and rescue efforts are limited because armed gangs control the area. Officials warn the number of casualties may rise. Armed groups have increased attacks in the region, complicating rescue operations. This incident is the latest in a series of deadly boat accidents in Nigeria, often due to overloaded and poorly maintained vessels. Analysts blame weak enforcement by regulatory authorities as one reason for these tragedies.

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BUSINESS

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FINANCIAL-MARKETS

Wall Street coasts for now ahead of a week packed with potential flashpoints

SUMMARY: U.S. stocks are coasting following their record-setting run. The S&P 500 was flat on Monday after setting an all-time high in each of last week’s five days. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 50 points, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 0.3%. Stocks were relatively steady after the United States and European Union agreed on the framework for a trade deal, one that still has many details to be worked out. This upcoming week is full of potential flashpoints that could shake markets, including Big Tech profit reports and the Federal Reserve’s latest decision on interest rates.

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EU--SWEDEN-US-CHINA-TRADE

US-China tariff talks may provide clues on a possible Trump-Xi meeting

SUMMARY: Top trade officials from China and the United States have launched a new round of talks aimed at easing tensions over tariffs. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are meeting in Sweden. Analysts say the two days of talks between the world’s two biggest national economies could set the stage for a possible meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this year. The Stockholm meeting is set to extend a 90-day pause on higher tariffs. The Trump administration also wants to reduce its nearly $300 billion trade deficit with China.

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EU--EUROPE-US TARIFFS-EXPLAINER

How the US-EU trade deal wards off more escalation but will raise prices and slow growth

SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have announced a sweeping trade deal. It raises tariffs on most European goods to 15%. The agreement wards off Trump’s threat of a 30% rate if no deal had been reached by Aug. 1. The tariffs or import taxes paid when Americans buy European products could raise prices for U.S. consumers and slow growth in both the U.S. and Europe. But the deal appears to lessen the chance of further escalation of trade tensions.

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EU-EUROPE-TEMU

Temu accused by EU regulators of failing to prevent sale of illegal products

SUMMARY: Chinese online retailer is being accused by European Union regulators of breaching the bloc’s digital rules by failing to stop the sale of illegal products. The preliminary findings released Monday follow an investigation under the bloc’s Digital Services Act, which requires online platforms to keep users safe. The European Commission said a “mystery shopping exercise” found non-compliant products on Temu, including baby toys and small electronics. Temu stated it will cooperate with the Commission. The company has the chance to respond before a final decision. Violations could lead to fines up to 6% of a company’s annual global revenue.

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US--TARIFFS-ASIAN BEAUTY

Tariffs threaten Asian beauty product boom in US

SUMMARY: Asian skin care has been a booming global business for a more than a decade, with consumers in Europe, North and South America, and increasingly the Middle East, snapping up creams, serums and balms from South Korea, Japan and China. In the United States, Korean cosmetics, or K-beauty for short, have dominated the trend. But South Korea is facing a looming 25% tariff that could put a damper on that growth. Retailers and shoppers alike are hoping South Korea is one of the countries that secures a better a trade deal before the Aug. 1 date arrives.

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ENT--COMIC-CON-DAY 3

Comic-Con salutes James Gunn and gets first looks at ‘Coyote vs. Acme,’ and new ‘Star Trek’ forays

SUMMARY: The day three highlights at Comic-Con included a standing ovation from thousands for “Superman” director James Gunn, led by John Cena. Cena was in full costume at a panel on his HBO series “The Peacemaker,” part of Gunn’s take on the DC Comics screen universe. The day in Comic-Con’s vaunted Hall H also included a preview of Ryan Gosling’s forthcoming space adventure “Project Hail Mary.” And fans also get a sneak peek at “Coyote v. ACME,” a hybrid live-action and animated project featuring Cena. This film was shelved by Warner Bros., but it will now get a theatrical release.

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US--OBIT-TOM LEHRER

Tom Lehrer, song satirist and mathematician, dies at 97

SUMMARY: Tom Lehrer, a song satirist who gained a popular following in the 1950s and ’60s lampooning marriage, politics, racism and the Cold War, and then largely abandoned his music career to return to teaching math at Harvard and other universities, has died at 97. His songs included “Poisoning Pigeons in the Park,” “The Old Dope Peddler,” “Be Prepared” in which he mocked the Boy Scouts and “The Vatican Rag,” in which Lehrer poked at the rites and ceremonies of the Roman Catholic Church. But he attacked in such an erudite, even polite, manner that almost no one objected. Longtime friend David Herder said Lehrer died Saturday at his home in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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SPORTS

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FBC--COLORADO-SANDERS’ HEALTH

Deion Sanders says he had bladder cancer but will coach the Colorado Buffaloes this season

SUMMARY: Colorado coach Deion Sanders says he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bladder cancer but after surgery his oncologist considered him cured. Dr. Janet Kukreja, the director of urologic oncology at the CU Cancer Center/UCHealth University of Colorado hospital, said Sanders had his bladder removed as part of the surgical plan. Sanders plans to oversee the Buffaloes this season as he enters his third season at Colorado. Sanders, who turns 58 next month, spoke to the media on the eve of fall camp. He brought his medical team with him to discuss his diagnosis.

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US--NCAA-ELIGIBILITY LAWSUITS

Football season looms with no clear guidance in athlete battles to win more eligibility from NCAA

SUMMARY: The wave of lawsuits from college athletes seeking another season of eligibility seems to be slowing down. With fall football practice starting this week, players hoping for a judge’s approval to play may be left waiting. Legal expert Sam Ehrlich says it’s likely too late for athletes to file cases and get relief. Judges have provided inconsistent rulings, and the issue might end up in a higher court. Some athletes, like Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, have won their cases. Others remain in limbo. The NCAA wants limited liability protection from Congress to address these eligibility lawsuits.

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SWM--SWIM WORLDS

Summer McIntosh of Canada makes it two gold medals in two days at the world swim championships

SUMMARY: Summer McIntosh is off to a perfect start at the swimming world championships with two gold medals in two days. She is attempting to win five individual golds, a feat only achieved by American legend Michael Phelps. The 18-year-old Canadian star took the 200-meter individual medley by clocking 2 minutes 06.69 seconds. The victory matched the gold she won Sunday in the 400 freestyle. Alex Walsh of the United States took silver in 2:08.58 with bronze going to Mary-Sophie Harvey of Canada in 2:09.15. Twelve-year-old Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi finished fourth in 2:09.21, just missing a medal as she astounds the swim world with her times.

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BKO--SHAQ-REFURBISHED COURT

Shaq has been refurbishing basketball courts for 30 years, knows first hand how they can help kids

SUMMARY: Shaquille O’Neal knows the impact of refurbishing basketball courts on communities. Over the past three decades, he’s helped rebuild many, including one recently in Rockwall, Texas, where he has a home. O’Neal learned the significance of these courts firsthand. Marquis Daniels, a former teammate, once told him how a court dedication in Orlando changed his life. Renovating the Rockwall court was suggested by Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale. It’s part of Comebaq Courts, a project by Icy Hot and the Shaquille O’Neal Foundation. O’Neal also donated basketball shoes to local kids at the event.

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CAR--NASCAR-BRICKYARD 400

Bubba Wallace becomes first Black driver to win a major race on Indianapolis’ oval

SUMMARY: Bubba Wallace became the first Black driver to win a major race on Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s 2.5-mile oval, surviving a late rain delay, two overtimes, concerns over running out of fuel and a hard-charging Kyle Larson on Sunday in the Brickyard 400. The third NASCAR Cup victory of Wallace’s career was also his most significant — his first win at one of the series’ four crown jewel races. It snapped a 100-race winless streak that dated to 2022 at Kansas. He also won at Talladega in 2021, but this milestone victory also gave him a playoff spot. No Black driver has won the Indianapolis 500, and Formula 1 raced on the track’s road course. And while the final gap was 0.222 seconds, Wallace didn’t reach victory lane without some consternation.

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CYC--TOUR DE FRANCE

Tadej Pogačar shows unrivaled audacity to win his fourth Tour de France title in style

SUMMARY: The roads were dangerously slippery after heavy rain. A fourth Tour de France title was all but won anyway, so finishing safely in the pack would do fine for Tadej Pogačar. Especially considering Sunday’s final stage had already been neutralized for safety reasons. Surely there was no need to launch a seemingly pointless attack and risk crashing? But holding back or being cautious rarely appeals to Pogačar. The 26-year-old cycling star from Slovenia finished fourth in the stage but clinched his fourth Tour title in inimitably daring style and further cemented his place among cycling’s greats. Two-time Tour champion Jonas Vingegaard was overall runner-up again and Florian Lipowitz was third for his first major-race podium.

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