TimesNow https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html A sweaty Fourth of July ahead for the US as extreme heat descends on 20 states Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets at ‘Hospital McDonald’s’ Tribes hope Farm Bill can feed more people and preserve Indigenous culture Deadly crash, stormy weather, 250th event Boston’s biggest summer events collide over the next 8 days. Buckle up. The American smokejumper: ‘Swiss Army knife’ of wildland fire E-scooter rider killed after allegedly running red light in Philadelphia’s Frankford section Catching biliary atresia earlier: A practical pathway from a Texas center Edmond Schools Renewed Administrator Contracts, Then Eliminated Their Jobs, Leaving Taxpayers to Cover the Settlements SwimRight Academy in Miami Invites Families to Free Swimming Evaluations During Safety Week, July 27 – August 2, 2026 Bill introduced in Congress to increase black lung benefit stipends for coal miners in Pennsylvania, beyond KT&G announcement: “American investor Capital Research and Management acquires additional 1.04 million shares, increasing stake again to 8.2%” VAP Group Unveils VAP Ventures to Back 100 Startups by 2030, Marking Its Next Chapter in Building the Global Innovation Ecosystem Australian prime minister condemns delay of changes to child social media ban The far-right Alternative for Germany is buoyant as it eyes a slice of power in regional elections Mount Rushmore closes for firework show Friday A California farmer gives away free nectarines amid a dispute over exclusive rights, in photos Asian shares rally after Dow hits a record, as some AI shares bounce back Indonesians fight a German cement giant over a mine and factory project Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine Man dies after stabbing in Southwest Philadelphia AccuWeather: High heat and humidity Friday Trump’s ties to Erdogan sold him on this year’s NATO summit. Turkey may win big in other ways Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, seized by Chinese authorities in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70 N.H. State Police announce unexpected death of 19-year veteran Hull man dies after apparent drowning at Nantasket Beach, officials say Parking will be free at state parks, beaches for Fourth of July weekend New power plants for data centers would significantly increase Pennsylvania’s climate pollution Tornado touches down in rural Buffalo County John Dickinson refused to sign the Declaration. History never forgave him. Democratic governors press US Postal Service to drop plan tied to Trump’s election order Carney, Marcos deepen Canada-Philippines ties as Ottawa looks beyond US trade How to watch the Tigers vs. Rangers for free today Best RTP slots to play on Independence Day that are actually worth the hype Here’s where to see fireworks during the July 4 weekend in mid-Michigan Colts Blue Zone Podcast 472: Underrated Josh Downs, Indy’s Past & Present One person dies after crash in central Sioux Falls America’s 250th birthday is on sale. Where’s all that merch money going? Boston civilian board recommends changes to BPD policies on bodycam footage, federal entanglements Medicaid again to cover non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood as GOP ban ends Senators seek to restrict social media use for minors, target ‘most addictive features’ Great PA News Quiz: State budget status, a company’s breakup plan, and Pa. at the Great American State Fair Warehouses add to air pollution in Pennsylvania’s Cumberland Valley ‘Dark money’ group paid Democrat Janelle Stelson for disappearing podcast Great Falls finally getting its turn at economic boom, city leaders say 10,000 Texts per Hour: How Campaigns Are Reaching Oklahoma Voters Whether They Like It or Not Did you follow the local news this week? Take our Greater Boston news quiz. Cities, towns nationwide revive teen curfews amid summer crowds Huron hit hard by storm, police advise no travel PHOTOS: Storm damage in Huron