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Circle Stock Soars Further After Senate Passes Stablecoin Bill – Yahoo Finance

Circle’s stock soared following the Senate’s passage of a stablecoin bill, marking a significant moment for the digital currency company. The legislative development signals potential shifts in the cryptocurrency market landscape.

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Circle Stock Soars Further After Senate Passes Stablecoin Bill – Investopedia

Circle’s stock soared after the Senate approved a new Stablecoin Bill, signaling increased confidence in the digital currency sector. The legislative move has sparked investor optimism, propelling the company’s shares upward.

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Canada eyes raise in US metal tariffs

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney announced plans to impose new tariffs on U.S. steel and aluminum imports starting July 21, contingent upon the progress of trade negotiations with President Donald Trump. The move signals a potential escalation in trade tensions between the two nations.

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Half-mile drug-smuggling tunnel connecting Tijuana to San Diego shut down by Border Patrol

U.S. Border Patrol agents, alongside Department of Homeland Security officials and Mexican authorities, have shut down a 2,918-foot-long drug-smuggling tunnel connecting Tijuana to San Diego. The operation marks a significant achievement in the ongoing fight against cross-border trafficking.

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Trump can’t require states to cooperate with ICE to get DOT funding, judge says

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration cannot require states to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as a condition for receiving federal transportation funding. This decision marks a significant setback for the administration’s efforts to enforce immigration policies through financial leverage.

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 Trump can’t require states to cooperate with ICE to get DOT funding, judge says
How the Israel-Iran Conflict Is Reshaping the Middle East

Israel’s recent air campaign against Iran has opened Pandora’s box, sparking fears of regional instability. As Middle Eastern powers grapple with the potential fallout, a negotiated solution to Iran’s nuclear program emerges as the best path forward.

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 How the Israel-Iran Conflict Is Reshaping the Middle East
India and Sri Lanka Collaborate to Boost Tourism with Focus on Northern Province at 2025 Conclave

In a significant move to enhance regional tourism, India and Sri Lanka convened at the Tourism Conclave 2025 in Jaffna’s Thiruvalluvar Cultural Centre. The event marked a pivotal step towards boosting tourism in Sri Lanka’s Northern Province.

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 India and Sri Lanka Collaborate to Boost Tourism with Focus on Northern Province at 2025 Conclave
Idaho hemp acres have leveled off

Despite significant increases following legalization, hemp remains a minor crop in Idaho as acreage levels begin to stabilize.

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 Idaho hemp acres have leveled off
DHS says CBP vehicles at Dodger Stadium were unrelated to any operation, here’s what we know

After the Los Angeles Dodgers claimed they denied ICE agents access to their parking lots, the Department of Homeland Security clarified that CBP vehicles were present at Dodger Stadium but not involved in any enforcement operations.

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 DHS says CBP vehicles at Dodger Stadium were unrelated to any operation, here’s what we know
SWC continues to fine illegal offshore sportsbooks

The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council has fined two offshore sportsbooks for operating illegally after they failed to comply with cease and desist letters issued in April. This enforcement action underscores the state’s commitment to regulating sports betting within its borders.

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 SWC continues to fine illegal offshore sportsbooks
Grays Harbor County resident busted for Montana hunting violations

A Grays Harbor County resident faces hunting violation charges in Montana after a large-scale investigation involving wildlife officials from both Washington and Montana states.

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 Grays Harbor County resident busted for Montana hunting violations
Americans fleeing Israel on evacuation flights to Florida

Amid escalating tensions in Israel, Americans are returning home on evacuation flights coordinated by Florida officials. The efforts mark a crucial intervention to bring citizens back safely.

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 Americans fleeing Israel on evacuation flights to Florida
Oil Prices Jump as Israel-Iran Conflict Enters Seventh Day

As missile exchanges between Israel and Iran continue into a seventh day, oil prices have risen sharply, reflecting deepening investor concerns over Middle East stability. Brent crude and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude both saw significant gains, influenced by geopolitical tensions and U.S. policy stances.

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 Oil Prices Jump as Israel-Iran Conflict Enters Seventh Day
Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for a third time

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order granting TikTok an additional 90 days to operate in the U.S., marking the third extension as his administration seeks to transfer ownership of the popular social media app to an American company.

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 Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for a third time
New EU Law Authorizes Revoking Visa-Free Travel For Nations Violating Global Law, Signaling Impending Travel Restrictions For Israeli Citizens

The European Union has enacted new visa regulations allowing the suspension of visa-free travel for nations violating international law, potentially impacting Israeli citizens who may face new travel restrictions. This policy shift underscores the EU’s commitment to human rights and could reshape travel to the Schengen Area.

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 New EU Law Authorizes Revoking Visa-Free Travel For Nations Violating Global Law, Signaling Impending Travel Restrictions For Israeli Citizens
Statkraft to streamline operations, targeting $291m cost cuts and layoffs

Statkraft has unveiled plans to streamline its operations, aiming for $291 million in cost reductions that include layoffs. The company intends to enhance its competitive advantages by focusing on its flexible hydropower fleet in the Nordics.

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The Latest: Dozens wounded in Iranian strikes across Israel, as Israel hits Arak reactor site

Dozens were wounded as Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel, including a main hospital and a high-rise apartment building in Tel Aviv. In response, Israel targeted Iran’s Arak reactor site. The events mark a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries.

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 The Latest: Dozens wounded in Iranian strikes across Israel, as Israel hits Arak reactor site
Juventus hosted at the White House

On June 18, the Juventus delegation was received at the White House by the President of the United States. The team is in Washington D.C. ahead of their match against Al-Ain.

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 Juventus hosted at the White House
Berkeley passes EMBER proposal, creating strict fire safety regulations

In a decisive move to bolster fire safety, Berkeley has passed the EMBER proposal, mandating residents to remove vegetation close to their homes by year’s end. The new regulations require the clearance of any plants within a 5-foot perimeter of a dwelling, aiming to reduce fire hazards in the community.

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 Berkeley passes EMBER proposal, creating strict fire safety regulations
Israeli president denies pursuing regime change in Iran — goal is to ‘remove’ nuclear program

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has denied any pursuit of regime change in Iran, emphasizing that Israel’s primary objective is to dismantle Tehran’s nuclear program. Accusing Iran of “cheating” and “rushing to the bomb,” Herzog highlighted the urgent need to address the nation’s nuclear ambitions.

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New Zealand, the Cook Islands’ biggest funder, halts money to the Pacific nation over its China ties

New Zealand has halted millions of dollars in funding to the Cook Islands due to concerns over the “breadth and content” of agreements the Pacific nation has made with China, officials from the Foreign Minister’s office announced. The move reflects growing apprehension over China’s expanding influence in the region.

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 New Zealand, the Cook Islands’ biggest funder, halts money to the Pacific nation over its China ties
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