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Eight members of the OPEC+ alliance, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, plan to boost oil production by 548,000 barrels per day in August.

Pope Leo XIV signaled commitment to continuing the fight against clergy sexual abuse by appointing France's Bishop Thibault Verny to head the Vatican's child protection advisory commission. Verny, 59, replaces American Cardinal Sean O'Malley, the retired archbishop of Boston, who was the founding president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. This commission was established by Pope Francis in 2014 to advise the church on best practices to fight abuse and protect children.

In May, the New York State Parole Board denied early release for Pedro Abad, a former Linden, New Jersey, police officer serving time for a drunk-driving crash that killed two of his passengers on Staten Island.

Getting the warship underway at Portsmouth was a whole-of-ship effort, with sailors from the bridge to the combat information center and from the flight deck at the stern to the bow all playing a role.

Harshail Kumar, a 9-year-old boy, was reported missing on July 3, prompting a large search effort, but was found safe after authorities uncovered his mother staged the disappearance.

Judge Dara Hayes stated that the footage presented during the case revealed scenes that were 'difficult viewing' and characterized the incident as 'almost torture' inflicted on the victim.

"Lost wedding Ring Band, Do not throw Away." This note remained on the bulletin board for 15 years, keeping the memory of the lost ring alive in the farm's office.

Around 200 Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 272 are deployed to Florida to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement, focusing on administrative and logistical tasks.

"An autopsy of the child revealed there was no water in her lungs or stomach, which ruled out drowning as the cause of death, according to a doctor performing the procedure."

Eva Bitran, director of immigrants' rights at the ACLU of Southern California, stated, 'There is a real sense that it is open season on anyone who appears to be an immigrant.'

Federal prosecutors allege that Alejandro Orellana, accused of conspiracy to aid civil disorders, provided face shields to LA demonstrators during protests against the Trump administration's immigration raids.

Swimming areas across the U.S. face closures due to high levels of bacteria, such as E. coli and enterococci, which can cause serious health risks.

Ray Hamel has created a quiz based on the week's news, with questions spanning various topics including politics, business, culture, sports, and science.

The percentage of web searches related to news that end without a click to a news site jumped to 69% in May 2025 from 56% for the same month last year.

The State of the Nation's Housing 2025 report found that in 2024, roughly 8.3% of American households reported moving over the past year, a decline from previous years.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration warns that residential customers will likely experience the largest increase in average monthly electricity expenditures across the country.

Judy Freeman, at age 76, is in extraordinary health but recently felt sluggish and struggled to lose weight despite a healthy lifestyle and active routine. She experimented with a continuous glucose monitor to understand her blood sugar levels better.

Combs received a mixed verdict from the jury: not guilty on more serious charges, guilty on two lesser counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.

Yamamoto believed his American father had abandoned him in Japan, which affected his childhood as he faced bullying and isolation from peers.

"Currently looking like an on-time departure," said the captain. Newark faced many delays earlier this year, primarily due to construction and air traffic control issues.

The Smithsonian has housed the Discovery space shuttle at its Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center since 2012, but its potential relocation to Houston is now under threat due to legislation.

"Southern Haiti, which until recently was insulated from the violence, has seen a sharp increase in gang-related incidents," she said. "And in the east, criminal groups are exploiting land routes, including key crossings like Belladere and Malpasse, where attacks against police and customs officials have been reported."

House Republicans are preparing to vote on President Trump's $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill, seeking to meet a pivotal Fourth of July deadline with intense negotiations underway.

Middle-income seniors will receive a $6,000 deduction ($12,000 for couples) for earnings up to $75,000, with phase-outs for higher-income individuals.

The Board of Trustees of Dolton, Ill., voted unanimously to put an offer on the childhood home of Pope Leo, aiming to turn it into a historic site.

Vance Boelter waived his right to a bond and probable-cause hearing to expedite the trial and reveal the truth about the June 14 attacks.

Dramatic video footage captured by KCRA 3 News showed smoke pouring from the building's roof before a massive explosion created a fireball that seemed to engulf much of the warehouse.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia was deported mistakenly from the U.S. to El Salvador and was brutally beaten while held in CECOT prison as part of severe mistreatment.

"I can't think of a better way to kick off this journey than in Delaware, our very first state," Zee said. "Meeting the Rehoboth Beach lifeguards and seeing their commitment to community and safety perfectly captures the spirit of what this series is all about, especially ahead of Fourth of July weekend."

The markets are celebrating a stronger-than-expected jobs report for June, sending all three of the major stock market indices higher. The economy added 147,000 payrolls last month, far outpacing economist forecasts calling for a slowdown in hiring.

The U.S. Navy's most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, departed Virginia on June 24, 2025, likely positioning itself near the Middle East amid rising tensions.

Merit Street Media is filing for bankruptcy only a year after launching, alleging that its distribution partner Trinity Broadcasting breached its contract and incurred over $100 million in debt.

Tesla experienced a 41% year-over-year drop in sales in Europe in May, facing even greater challenges in maintaining its market share in China and the U.S. due to strong local EV competition.

The financial pressure on the Pac-12 to secure nine football members by 2026 is significant, yet additional TV inventory may not drastically change distribution among schools.

Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, displayed a dramatic reaction in court after the verdict was announced, thanking the jurors and celebrating his acquittal on sex trafficking charges.

Video circulating online shows the unidentified coaches from Lake Bluff, Illinois, stripping down under the field lights while their team was in Cooperstown for a tournament last weekend. One of the coaches, baring it all, slides headfirst into home plate as stunned children laugh.