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The USA Is Making Some Changes For A World Cup Showdown With Turkey, But It’s Not Turning Down The Intensity

The United States Men's Soccer Team has clinched the top spot in Group D, guaranteeing its progression to the knockout stage of the World Cup. As the team prepares for its final group match against Turkey, the potential return of key player Christian Pulisic from injury is anticipated. This fixture presents an opportunity for the squad to maintain its winning trajectory and further cultivate the unprecedented national support it has garnered.

Supreme Court Tosses $1.25 Million Verdict For Man Who Says Roundup Caused His Cancer

The Supreme Court has ruled against a Missouri man who claimed the herbicide Roundup caused his cancer, backing the product's manufacturer, Monsanto, on the argument that the lawsuit should have been barred because the federal government does not require a cancer warning on the label.

Service Members Would Be Able To Sue The Military Over Sexual Assault And Harassment Under Bipartisan Bill

The Military Sexual Trauma Accountability Act has been introduced by two senators to allow US service members to sue the military over sexual assault, a significant step in the fight against sexual misconduct in the armed forces.

Is AI Hurting Black America? A Live Debate

Black communities are confronting the complex challenge of artificial intelligence, debating whether to embrace, resist, or control its development. This deliberation stems from concerns that AI technology is extracting value from Black culture without proper accountability and is contributing to environmental, economic, and social harms within these communities.

How Knicks Fever United America

The Knicks' NBA Finals win reminded New Yorkers of the unifying power of sports and the collective experience of rooting for an underdog, providing a much-needed distraction from the turmoil of the past few months.

SPD May Slow Hiring in 2026 Amid Budget, Training Challenges

Seattle police hiring could slow despite rising officer numbers, as budget pressures and training bottlenecks reshape staffing plans that could affect response across neighborhoods, including the South End.

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Speed camera fines to increase in work zones beginning July 1 | WSDOT

Infraction penalties have risen from $0 to $125; second and subsequent penalties remain at $248.

Overwhelmed? It’s time to focus on just a few | In Focus

The temptation to block everything out is strong. Now’s not the time to bury your head in the sand.

Discounts and a deciduous disaster | The Compleat Home Gardener

Also, tips on gravel gardens for a lower water bill.

COLUMN | In Rainier Beach, Not Every Gunshot Means Danger - But It Feels Like It

Caravan of Care Brings Free Health Services to Goodwill on Dearborn

From dental cleanings to ORCA card help, Evergreen Goodwill's outdoor resource fair on Dearborn aims to meet community needs in one place.