As Trump administration plans to burn contraceptives, Europeans are alarmed
The U.S. government intends to incinerate $9.7 million in already-purchased birth control in Belgium after USAID shut down. Destruction may have already started.
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UW football fall camp observations: Freshman QB Treston McMillan stands out
Starting QB Demond Williams Jr. had a solid day, but it was freshman QB Treston “Kini” McMillan who had the plays of the day at Friday’s Husky fall camp.
Des Moines approves demolishing nearly century-old former Masonic Home
A nearly century old building overlooking Puget Sound could be demolished after the city of Des Moines in July said it would be too costly to restore.
Sources: Trump’s World Liberty Financial is seeking to raise $1.5B to launch a publicly traded crypto treasury company that would hold its WLFI token and cash (Fortune)
Fortune:
Sources: Trump’s World Liberty Financial is seeking to raise $1.5B to launch a publicly traded crypto treasury company that would hold its WLFI token and cash — Eric Trump (left) and Donald Trump Jr. on stage in May at the …
Trump Administration: Latest News and Updates – The New York Times
Trump Administration: Latest News and Updates The New York TimesAzerbaijan and Armenia sign peace deal at White House that creates a ‘Trump Route’ in region The GuardianPresident Trump Brokers Another Historic Peace Deal &nbs…
Apollo 13 commander Jim Lovell dies at 97
NASA astronaut Jim Lovell, who commanded the Apollo 13 mission that was forced to abandon a lunar landing attempt in 1970 has died.
‘Racism and Xenophobia have no place’: Irish embassy condemns violence against Indians; announces their deputy PM will meet Indian diaspora
The Ireland embassy in India has strongly condemned the violent attacks against Indian citizens, emphasizing that racism and xenophobia are unacceptable. Ireland’s deputy prime minister will meet with Indian community representatives to address concerns.
Military veteran arrested week after fatal Montana shooting
Authorities have not given a motive in the attack but said he was a regular at the pub.
Seattle insurance marketer to pay $100M over deceptive sales claims
The settlement is focused on the company’s marketing of health insurance products, particularly short-term medical and limited benefits indemnity plans.
Australia joins UK, Germany, Italy and New Zealand in condemning Israel’s planned Gaza City takeover
Joint statement warns Netanyahu’s new ground offensive will worsen ‘catastrophic humanitarian situation’ as international outrage growsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s foreign affairs minister, Penny Wong, has join…