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U.S. strikes hit 90 Iranian targets, including missile sites and air defenses, in retaliation for attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz — a move aimed at protecting vital shipping lanes. With over 20 U.S. warships in the region and Iran retaliating by targeting U.S. allies, tensions soar. Fourteen dead and 78 injured in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar — including at the U.S. Fifth Fleet’s base — und...

Lubbock residents are rallying against new data centers, launching petitions and voicing strong opposition at a community meeting. Meanwhile, Texas Tech professors are suing the university, alleging unconstitutional and racist changes to course content. In Dickens County, firefighters battle a wildfire that’s already burned 400 acres and is only 15% contained. Police have arrested a suspect in the...

A Memphis doctor sentenced to 20 years for running a dangerous women’s health clinic, reusing single-use medical equipment over 15,000 times while raking in $41 million — exploiting vulnerable patients and defrauding Medicare and Medicaid, prosecutors say this case sends a chilling message: greed and negligence in healthcare won’t be tolerated. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: h...

Mark Chesnutt mourns the sudden loss of his longtime bass player and close friend, Dave Sirmon, who died in his sleep aboard their tour bus—leaving the country music star devastated and the tour community in shock. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on publ...

A stunning new deep-sea fish, the Abyssal Lanternfish, has been discovered in the Pacific at depths over 2,000 feet, glowing with a mesmerizing blue light likely used for communication or hunting. Found using cutting-edge submersibles, this six-inch creature showcases nature’s ingenuity in the crushing dark—and reminds us how much remains hidden in our oceans. Scientists are now racing to decode i...

Freedom Fuel just hit the gas pumps in Philly with prices slashed to $3.47 a gallon—50 cents cheaper than the state average. Part of a 25-station network rebranded to fight high fuel costs, this move is getting White House attention as a way to put money back in consumers’ pockets this summer. No federal cash involved, but the company’s choosing lower profits to make it happen. With crude prices f...

A Katy church lost $10,000 worth of sound equipment after a thief broke in right after Sunday service—everything they needed to worship and connect with their community vanished. The pastor shared surveillance footage, pleading for help to identify the suspect and recover the gear, emphasizing the emotional and spiritual toll of the theft as the community rallies to support them. Listen in comfort...

A fifty-two-year-old immigrant, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Houston after allegedly attempting to run over an officer during a raid — a tragedy that has ignited national outrage. A U.S. resident for thirty-five years, father of three college graduates, and in the process of obtaining legal residency, Araujo’s death has prompted demands for an independent investigati...

A death at Bolm District Park in East Austin is sparking a major police investigation after a welfare call turned tragic—initially labeled a homicide, authorities now say it’s being treated as a death investigation. Paramedics arrived to find injuries, and the victim was pronounced dead at 6:24 PM. The community is reeling, and APD is urgently seeking any tips, no matter how small. Call APD at 512...

Delta’s premium cabins are getting a major overhaul with new “basic” fare tiers—think cheaper access to First, Premium Select, and One, but with serious trade-offs. You’ll lose seat selection, earn fewer miles, get fewer bags, and can’t upgrade or change flights for free. Lounge access? Only if you’ve got a separate membership or card. Delta One’s lie-flat seats and meals are still there, but the...

Arizona Highway Patrol pulled over a driver with a blood-alcohol level of 0.441%—five and a half times the legal limit—after they swerved dangerously, crashed into a wall, and were eventually stopped by troopers. Bottles of alcohol were found in the car, and the driver was clearly impaired. Now facing felony and misdemeanor charges, this case is a stark warning: if you’re drinking, find a safe way...

Sarasota’s booming population—up 12.4% in five years, mostly from the Midwest retirees—was fueled by remote work and the pandemic, turning the laid-back Florida beach town into a hot real estate market with skyrocketing prices and scarce inventory. Now, after a wild rush, the market’s stabilizing: prices remain high but steady, new condos helped ease the crunch, and single-family homes still sell...

Honda’s recalling 325,000 Odyssey minivans from 2017–2020 due to a rearview camera flaw—water intrusion causes corrosion, risking blind spots while backing up. This isn’t the first time; many were already recalled for similar issues. Safety’s at stake, though no crashes or injuries have been reported. Owners will get mail notifying them to visit dealerships for a free Sony-branded camera swap. Che...

Justin Bieber is set to headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, a historic 11-minute spectacle on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium, teaming up with global icons like Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, and even the PS22 Chorus and Muppets. Curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, the show aims to raise $100 million for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, already surpassi...

Renting might be smarter than buying right now—new analysis of 180+ U.S. cities reveals Arizona’s Scottsdale, Gilbert, and Chandler as top picks for renters, thanks to affordability, job markets, and quality of life. With rent hikes slowing to their lowest since 2020 and 21 key factors evaluated—including renter protections and local vibe—these cities offer more than just a roof: they deliver a ba...

Bonnie Tyler, the voice behind “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and “Holding Out for a Hero,” has died at 75 after battling illness following emergency surgery in Portugal. Born in Wales, she rose from local clubs to global superstardom, with her raw, raspy power defining an era. Her 1983 anthem surged back into the charts ahead of the solar eclipse, proving her timeless appeal. Married to Robert Sull...

Houston’s unofficial holiday, 713 Day, is rolling in with epic deals across the city—think $7.13 po’boys, $5 frozen cocktails, and half-dozen bagels for the same price, all at spots like BB’s Tex-Orleans. It’s more than just discounts: local bars are serving Houston-themed drinks, breweries are offering local brews at special prices, and some venues are throwing parties with live music and vendor...

Eight Apache pilots from the South Carolina Army National Guard are suspended after their historic beach flyover drew cheers — and now scrutiny. The first-ever Apache display at “Salute from the Shore” sparked excitement, but officials are investigating potential safety violations, leaving pilots in the dark about the reason. No charges or specifics have been released, but the unit is grounded whi...

A U.S. Navy commander, Gabriel Edwards, is now presumed lost at sea after an emergency helicopter landing in the Arabian Sea on July 1st. Despite a massive 14,000-square-mile search effort, the Navy suspended operations on July 5th with no sign of him. Edwards, from Oakland, Oregon, led Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Five aboard the USS George H.W. Bush and was a decorated officer with awards incl...

PepsiCo’s Q2 earnings beat revenue expectations with a 6.4% jump, but North America’s sluggish snack and beverage sales reveal consumer caution amid rising gas prices. International markets stepped up with strong growth, fueled by World Cup snacks and new flavors. Despite missing EPS targets slightly, the company’s focus on affordability and healthier options keeps them competitive. Listen in comf...

North Texas is bracing for a brutal heatwave that’s sticking around through Friday and Saturday, with triple-digit temps and humidity making it feel even hotter. Sunday brings a glimmer of hope: a weather boundary may trigger scattered storms and a slight cooldown into the lower 90s. But don’t relax — the heat’s planning a comeback by the end of next week, sending feel-like temps back into the tri...

A heartbreaking search continues for four-year-old Javeayah Harris, whose remains may have been missing for weeks before her disappearance was reported. Her parents, Johmarea Harris and Michilae Herring, have been arrested for homicide by child abuse, with Herring also charged with filing a false police report. Sheriff Marty Sawyer called the revelation of Javeayah’s death the hardest moment of hi...

After four years on the run, 48-year-old Naomi Meza was finally caught—apprehended at a U.S. Port of Entry by Mexican authorities and U.S. Marshals after hiding out in Mexico. Wanted for federal human smuggling and violating probation with a drug possession charge, she’s now in federal custody facing the music. Justice, it turns out, has a way of catching up. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a...

Governor Andy Beshear is calling for transparency as rumors swirl about Senator Mitch McConnell’s health, urging him to speak directly to the public — a move Beshear says is both fair and necessary for Kentuckians. This comes amid a major shift in state law: Kentucky now requires a special election to fill a Senate vacancy, overturning Beshear’s previous veto and stripping the governor of direct a...

Bonnie Tyler, the powerhouse voice behind the billion-streamed anthem “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75 after battling illness in Portugal. Her family confirmed the passing was sudden, following emergency surgery and a coma in May — but she’d been recovering. Born Gaynor Hopkins in Wales, Tyler soared with hits like “Lost in France” and “Holding Out for a Hero,” earning three Grammy nod...