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New York Times — US

Pilot Claims Bat Bite After Bats Enter Hotel Room

A pilot has filed a lawsuit alleging that bats entered his hotel room at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel, leading to a bat bite. The bats reportedly accessed the room through an opening beneath an air-conditioning unit.

Washington Examiner

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Wedding to Impact Midtown Manhattan Traffic

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding will take place on July 3, 2026, at Madison Square Garden, leading to street closures in Midtown Manhattan. The event, which can host up to 1,000 guests, has raised concerns among local business owners about its impact on traffic and operations. City officials have not provided details about the event, prompting calls for more transparency.

Deutsche Welle

EU Imposes Sanctions on Russian Scientists Linked to Navalny Case

The European Union has imposed sanctions on six Russian scientists connected to the production of epibatidine, a toxin linked to the death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin. This action is part of the EU's broader response to the circumstances surrounding Navalny's death.

Guardian — US

Man Charged with Manslaughter Following Tesla Crash

Michael Butler has been charged with manslaughter after his Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home in Houston, Texas, resulting in the death of 76-year-old Martha Avila. Tesla reported that Butler had disabled the vehicle's self-driving mode before the incident, which occurred on June 19, 2026.

Fox News — Politics

Trump Criticizes NATO Spending Ahead of Summit

President Donald Trump criticized NATO spending in social media posts, claiming the U.S. contributes more than any other member country. He expressed dissatisfaction with the perceived lack of reciprocity from NATO allies ahead of the upcoming summit in Ankara, Turkey.

Deutsche Welle

US Withdraws Troops from Anti-IS Operation in Nigeria

The United States has pulled most of its troops from an operation targeting Islamic State militants in northeastern Nigeria. The US will maintain intelligence support for Nigeria as requested by its government.

The Atlantic

The Role of Everyday Americans in Achieving Independence

The article examines the significant yet often overlooked role of ordinary Americans in the movement for independence from British rule. It highlights Peter Force's efforts to document the contributions of various communities and local committees, which played a crucial role in mobilizing support for the Revolution. The piece emphasizes the importance of recognizing these contributions in understanding America's founding.

abcnews.com

Trump Approves $846 Million in Disaster Relief for Republican-leaning States

President Donald Trump announced the approval of over $846 million in disaster relief funds for nine Republican-leaning states. The approvals have raised concerns about partisan disparities in FEMA aid, with a higher percentage of requests from Republican states being approved compared to those from Democratic states. Democratic senators are seeking greater transparency regarding the review process for disaster declaration requests.