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The University of Chicago has banned first-year law students from using phones, laptops, and tablets in class to combat AI reliance, promoting critical thinking. The policy includes designating classroom scribes and allowing limited device use for specific activities, alongside a strategy to teach ethical AI use in legal practice.

A California man lost his hand after an explosive device detonated while he was cleaning up Fourth of July fireworks debris on a Northern California beach. Jason Turner's injuries include vision and hearing loss, and he requires ongoing surgeries. A GoFundMe has raised nearly $100,000 to cover his medical expenses.

Mitt Romney stated that individuals 80 and older should not be 'running the world,' citing a book about human brain shrinkage by age 80. He discussed this during an interview on 'Deseret Voices' when asked about a potential 2028 presidential run. The article notes Donald Trump turned 80 recently and Joe Biden was 82 when he left office.

A federal appeals court upheld Illinois' law banning semiautomatic assault weapons and large-capacity magazines, reversing a lower court's ruling that declared the ban unconstitutional. The decision emphasized the law's alignment with firearm regulation traditions, while a dissent argued it violated Second Amendment rights. Illinois officials celebrated the ruling, and the National Shooting Sports Foundation plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.

LA Times reporter Bill Plaschke criticized the Los Angeles Dodgers for accepting a White House invitation to celebrate their World Series championship, calling it 'tone deaf' and an 'insult to their fans.' Plaschke argued the decision alienates the team's Hispanic fan base, linking it to ICE raids impacting Dodger fans, while noting other teams like the Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia Eagles refused similar invitations. The article counters Plaschke's stance, suggesting his criticism is politically motivated.

Beatbot offers robot pool cleaners with discounts up to 36%, including models like the iSkim, Sora 30, and AquaSense 2 Ultra. Features include AI navigation, app monitoring, and solar-powered options, with additional 3% discounts for seniors and military personnel.

Graham Platner's political collapse ended his Maine Senate campaign and solidified Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman's public break from Bernie Sanders and progressive allies. Fetterman criticized Sanders for backing Platner and expressed frustration over the left's influence, while noting his unexpected popularity with Republicans.

An Afghan national accused of killing a National Guard member and wounding another near the White House is hospitalized after refusing to eat or drink, prompting concerns about his health. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, faces 17 charges, including first-degree murder, and a court ruled prosecutors can access his medical records during his hospitalization.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr criticized 'The View' for partisanship after co-host Sunny Hostin urged Democrats to flip the Senate during a discussion about Maine's Senate race. ABC argues the show should remain exempt from political equal opportunity rules, but Carr highlighted Hostin's advocacy for a Democratic Senate majority as contradictory to the exemption claim. Other co-hosts discussed Democratic handling of Maine's race and Graham Platner's controversies.

A court heard an alleged confession from the accused Charlie Kirk assassin in texts with a lover. Trump warned of an assassination plot targeting the US leader, while socialists announced a radical platform to abolish the US Senate.

California education leaders criticize Gov. Gavin Newsom for shifting authority from the elected state superintendent of Public Instruction to a governor-appointed education commissioner via Assembly Bill 181. Critics argue the move undermines democratic processes and voter representation, while Newsom claims it modernizes education governance and improves accountability.

A major study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology found that coffee consumption is linked to a significantly lower risk of severe liver disease, liver cancer, and liver-related death. The research, involving 354,957 UK Biobank participants over 13 years, showed that drinking 1-2 cups daily reduced cirrhosis risk by 20% and liver-related mortality by 31%, with higher consumption (5+ cups) offering even greater protection. Benefits were observed for both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, though adding sugar or artificial sweeteners weakened positive effects.

A California couple is suing a luxury daycare after their 23-month-old son allegedly suffered a traumatic brain injury when an employee swung him between her legs, tossed him into the air, and failed to catch him. Surveillance video reportedly captured the incident at The Clubhouse at Bay Club El Segundo, where staff allegedly downplayed the severity of the fall.

The article highlights the U.S. economy's dangerous reliance on China, particularly in critical sectors like defense, healthcare, and technology. It urges the Securities and Exchange Commission to require companies to disclose supply chain risks from China, citing vulnerabilities such as China's control over rare earth elements and pharmaceutical ingredients.

Abdul El-Sayed, a Senate candidate in Michigan, faces criticism for delaying tax disclosure, claiming he needs more time to gather paperwork related to his wife's foreign property. Opponent Haley Stevens and others accuse him of avoiding transparency, while his June 2025 financial disclosure lists assets including his wife's rental properties in India and Michigan.

Wealthy Americans are leaving high-tax states like New York City, resulting in a $922 million loss in adjusted gross income for Manhattan between 2022 and 2023. IRS data shows significant outflows from New York and California counties, with many taxpayers relocating to lower-tax states such as Florida and Texas, impacting state finances and political dynamics ahead of the 2026 midterms.

ICE agents in Houston were not wearing body cameras during a fatal shooting of an illegal immigrant who allegedly tried to ram an ICE vehicle. The incident is under investigation by the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General and Houston prosecutors, with political figures and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum demanding accountability and transparency.

Regional burger chains like Culver's, In-N-Out Burger, and Whataburger have outpaced national giants McDonald's, Wendy's, and Burger King in U.S. sales growth between 2019 and 2025. Culver's sales surged 143% to $4.36 billion, while In-N-Out and Whataburger grew 91.7% and 68.6%, respectively, compared to 36.2%, 16.5%, and 8.5% for the national brands. Experts attribute the success to strong average unit volume, disciplined expansion, and differentiated brand experiences.

The article discusses the debate over whether Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, running in Michigan's Democratic primary, should be called a physician despite lacking a valid state medical license. It contrasts El-Sayed's medical credentials with the medical backgrounds of current and former senators, emphasizing the distinction between holding a medical degree and being licensed to practice medicine.

Sen. Bernie Sanders faces criticism for endorsing Graham Platner, a former Senate candidate accused of rape, and other candidates with controversial pasts. Democrats question his judgment in supporting untested candidates like Adam Hamawy, Melat Kiros, Randy Villegas, and Cori Bush, who have faced scandals or political backlash.