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Gianni Infantino Abandons Plan to Sell Stake in World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has scrapped his plan to sell a stake in the World Cup due to widespread global criticism. The decision reflects the organization's response to public sentiment regarding the proposal.

New York Times — World

China's Methods for Monitoring Foreigners Revealed

A recently discovered unsecured police dashboard has shed light on the methods used by Chinese authorities to track foreigners. The dashboard aggregates significant amounts of private data for this purpose.

New York Times — US

Surfers Navigate Risks of Tidal Bore in Turnagain Arm, Alaska

The tidal bore in Turnagain Arm, Alaska, offers surfers a chance to ride for an extended period but also presents risks. With growing interest in this surfing location, there are concerns about how authorities will regulate safety measures.

Washington Examiner

Rep. Max Miller to Announce Candidacy Decision Amid Allegations

Rep. Max Miller (R-OH) plans to announce his candidacy decision on Sunday amid renewed scrutiny over allegations of domestic violence made by his ex-wife. If he chooses to withdraw, Ohio Republicans must find a replacement candidate by Wednesday for the upcoming midterm elections.

Axios

Trump Cancels Potential Attack on Iran Amid Negotiations

President Trump has canceled a potential military attack on Iran, citing progress in negotiations. He stated that Iran and other Middle Eastern countries requested the U.S. to hold off on military action as preliminary agreements were reached. Regional powers have also urged de-escalation of tensions.

Fox News — Latest

Cyrus Allen exits practice after collision with teammate Kaiir Elam

Cyrus Allen, a rookie wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs, exited practice after a collision with teammate Kaiir Elam. Initial tests revealed a shin bruise but no serious injuries. Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub commented on Allen's strong performance in training camp prior to the incident.

New York Post

Matt Chapman remains sidelined with unclear return timeline

San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman has been out for more than a month due to an injury that was initially projected to keep him sidelined for only 10 days. An update from Chapman on Saturday did not clarify when he might return to play.

The Hill

Justice Department Dismisses Vandalism Case Against David Hearn

The Justice Department has decided to dismiss the vandalism case against David Hearn, a former Olympian, concerning damage to the Reflecting Pool. This decision has prompted criticism from Democrats, who claim it demonstrates the administration's misuse of the Justice Department.

New York Post

Dr. Anthony Fauci Cites Fifth Amendment During Senate Hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci's use of the Fifth Amendment at a recent Senate hearing restricted the discussion to confrontational exchanges and did not provide new information about the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing was marked by a lack of substantive dialogue.