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US POLITICS AND IMMIGRATION
Trump Administration Pauses Weapons Shipments to Ukraine
The Trump administration has halted some weapons shipments to Ukraine, including air defense missiles, following a review of military spending and support to foreign countries. A senior White House official confirmed this pause to CNN.
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Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Attempt to End Haitian Temporary Protected Status
A federal judge has rejected the Trump administration's effort to terminate temporary deportation protections and work permits for approximately 521,000 Haitian immigrants. This ruling preserves their protected status in the United States.
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Immigrants Choose US Citizenship Amid Immigration Crackdown
Thousands of people are becoming US citizens this year, driven by factors including fear of deportation, family considerations, freedom, and hopes for a better future. This trend continues despite the current administration's immigration policies.
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US Updates Travel Advisory for Israel
Israel has been downgraded from Level 4 "Do Not Travel" to Level 3 "Reconsider Travel" due to terrorism and civil unrest. The West Bank remains under the same Level 3 advisory, marking a change from the previous warning issued in June.
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US ECONOMY AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
US Dollar Experiences Worst Start to Year Since 1973
The US dollar has weakened 10.7% in the first six months of the year against major trading partners' currencies, marking its worst performance since 1973 when the dollar was decoupled from gold. Concerns about Trump's tariff policies are cited as a contributing factor.
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Trump Expresses Doubt Over US-Japan Trade Deal
President Trump has cast doubt on reaching a trade agreement with Japan, claiming the country refuses to buy American rice. His comments came a day after he threatened to impose higher tariffs on Japanese exports to the United States.
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ENVIRONMENT AND SPORTS
Spotted Lanternfly Control Requires More Than Just Squashing
Experts suggest that controlling the invasive spotted lanternfly population requires parasitic wasps, not just manual squashing. Research on one Chinese wasp species was discontinued after it was found to also attack native American stink bugs and moths.
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US Men's Tennis Struggles at Wimbledon as Athletes Choose Other Sports
American men's tennis domination at Wimbledon has long faded, with suggestions that the most athletically capable US players who could potentially win at the prestigious tournament are likely choosing other sports like football instead.
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