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As Ukrainian air defenses repelled a pre-dawn Russian attack on the small western city of Starokostiantyniv, explosions illuminated the sky, underscoring the escalating challenges Kyiv faces.

Russian Strikes Target Ukrainian Air Bases Amid Anticipation of F-16 Deliveries

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban made his first visit to Kyiv since the onset of Russia's full-scale war in February 2022, marking a significant diplomatic move given his previous criticisms of European support for Ukraine. Orban, seen as one of Russian President Vladimir Putin's closest allies in Europe, arrived in Kyiv to discuss European peace with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban, Putin's Key Ally in Europe, Makes First Wartime Visit to Kyiv

Prince Harry is reportedly contemplating a permanent return to the UK and the royal family, but without his wife, Meghan Markle. This revelation comes from royal historian and biographer Hugo Vickers, who shared his insights during a conversation with The Sun.

Prince Harry Plans Solo Return to Royal Fold, Leaving Meghan Behind, Royal Expert Predicts

Newark, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

As the summer progresses, recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shown an uptick in COVID-19 emergency room visits and deaths across the United States. This trend, observed in the latest surveillance data, has reignited concerns about the ongoing impact of the virus, especially as it continues to mutate and spread.

COVID-19 Emergency Room Visits and Deaths on the Rise: What It Means for the U.S.

Amid population declines and economic stagnation in many parts of the American heartland, mayors across the United States are rallying behind a new initiative to attract high-skilled immigrants to their communities. The U.S. Conference of Mayors, a nonpartisan organization representing officials from over 1,400 cities, has endorsed the "Heartland Visa," a proposal aimed at rejuvenating areas facing demographic and economic challenges.

U.S. Mayors Push for 'Heartland Visa' to Revitalize Stagnating Communities

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Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, the Lebanese militant group launched over 200 rockets at Israeli military bases on Thursday. This retaliation came in response to the killing of Mohammad Naameh Nasser, a senior Hezbollah commander, by Israeli forces.

Israel Strikes Back After Hezbollah Launches 200 Rockets in Response to Commander's Killing

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People held in Georgia immigrant detention centers will soon face new challenges in their search for lawyers to represent them in immigration court, a development that will likely doom many people’s chances of fighting deportation.

For migrants in Georgia, fighting deportation will become harder. Here’s why.

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Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

As Japan accelerates its "Nippon Individual Savings Account" (NISA) reform, domestic companies are aligning with regulatory demands to abandon their long-standing strategy of cross-shareholding. According to JPMorgan, selling off these cross-held shares could free up capital for stock buybacks, further enhancing shareholder value.

Japanese Insurers to Sell Honda Shares: Mid-Term Strategic Opportunity for Japanese Stocks?

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

In a mixed signal for the U.S. economy, the Labor Department reported Friday that nonfarm payrolls increased by 206,000 in June, surpassing the Dow Jones forecast of 200,000 but falling short of May's downwardly revised gain of 218,000. At the same time, the unemployment rate unexpectedly climbed to 4.1%, its highest level since October 2021, complicating the Federal Reserve's decision-making on monetary policy.

U.S. Economy Adds Jobs in June Amid Rising Unemployment Rate: Federal Reserve's Next Move Under Scrutiny

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MORRISTOWN, NJ – New Jersey's Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, backed by the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), has issued a Finding of Probable Cause against Prince Telecom LLC, alleging disability discrimination. This action follows a complaint where Prince Telecom is accused of denying employment to an applicant using medical marijuana legally to manage a disability.

Cable Company Faces Discrimination Lawsuit Over Medical Marijuana Use

Robbinsville, NJ

A NJ Municipal Judge is Under Investigation for Providing an Employee with Large Amounts of Alcohol and Touching The Employee without Their Consent. Morristown, NJ – R. Douglas Hoffman, a part-time judge of the Robbinsville Township municipal court, is facing removal from office following a recommendation from the Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct. The Committee found that Judge Hoffman violated the Code of Judicial Conduct by providing and consuming alcohol with a subordinate employee and engaging in inappropriate, nonconsensual touching.

NJ Judge Faces Removal for Alcohol and Nonconsensual Touching

Clifton, NJ

Newark, NJ – Evangelos Megariotis, a 72-year-old orthopedic surgeon from Clifton, admitted to multiple counts of unlawfully prescribing pain medications to his patients. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the guilty plea today.

Surgeon Guilty of Illegal Narcotic Prescriptions, Faces 20 Years

NEWARK, N.J. – Naiem Moore, 34, of Newark, admitted to possessing cocaine and heroin for distribution and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Moore entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo in Newark federal court.

Ukraine Thwarts 'Russian-Backed Coup' Attempt Amidst Heightened Tensions,

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