Keeping Up With America

13-year-old suspected of setting off fireworks that sparked Southern California wildfire: A 13-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of setting off fireworks that sparked a wildfire this week in coastal Southern California, forcing the evacuations of about a hundred canyon homes, authorities said.

Southern California bishop suspends Mass obligation due to immigration fears: San Bernardino Bishop Alberto Rojas, who leads more than 1.5 million Catholics in Southern California, has formally excused parishioners from their weekly obligation to attend Mass following immigration detentions on two parish properties in the diocese.

1-year-old dies after being left in hot car while mom was getting lip filler, police say: A California mom charged in the death of her toddler was getting lip filler injections when she left the child in her car amid temperatures that topped 100 degrees, according to allegations in court records obtained Wednesday.

Secret Service suspended 6 personnel without pay or benefits after Trump assassination attempt: Secret Service suspended six personnel without pay as the agency faced intense scrutiny after the assassination attempt against President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, nearly a year ago.

Trump says 'very close' to securing Israel, Hamas ceasefire, returning hostages: President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have said they believe a ceasefire with Hamas is "very close" to being secured.

Around the World

Chinese father and son detained in Ukraine, accused of trying to smuggle out info on guided missile system: Ukrainian officials said Wednesday that two Chinese nationals — a father and a son — had been detained and accused of attempting to illegally transfer classified documents on a key Ukrainian missile system to Beijing.

Former South Korean president jailed again in probe of attempt to impose martial law: Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol returned to jail on Thursday after a court approved a warrant sought by prosecutors investigating his attempt to impose martial law last year.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

​Cereal maker WK Kellogg shares jump 50% on report of possible $3 billion deal with Ferrero

Bitcoin rises to fresh record above $112,000, helped by Nvidia-led tech rally

Nvidia becomes first company to surpass $4 trillion in market valuation

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Gold's price is down again. Should you invest now?: Here's something you may not have read lately: The price of gold is declining. While not in a dramatic downfall, the price of gold per ounce is down around 4% from where it was on June 13, according to American Hartford Gold. And though a difference between $3,432.56 and $3,294.71 per ounce may not seem substantial on paper, it does represent a change in the gold market that investors may want to take advantage of. It wasn't that long ago, after all, that gold hitting the $3,000 price milestone was considered major news. Now, however, many expect the price of the precious metal to eventually hit $4,000, perhaps sooner than expected.

Your Savings Account Is Probably Ripping You Off | Jake FitzGerald, Fool. Most savings accounts actually pay you nothing. Or close to it. Your bank takes your money, lends it out, earns a return, and generally pays you around 0.01%. Meanwhile, inflation quietly eats away at your cash, leaving you with less purchasing power every year. Banks love that you're not paying attention.

Considering debt relief this July? Here are the pros and cons of each option..: With the average American carrying nearly $8,000 in credit card debt and card rates hovering near historic highs, debt-related stress has become a daily reality for millions of households. In today's high-rate, inflationary landscape, even the most modest credit card balance can result in a constant juggling act of minimum payments, late fees and growing balances. And, when that happens, the debt burden becomes increasingly difficult to manage.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Zach McKinstry picked as AL All-Star sub as Tigers tie Dodgers for most picks for Midsummer Classic | Fever lack 'competitive fire' in loss despite Clark's return

‘Big Bang Theory’ Spinoff ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ Ordered to Series at HBO Max | ‘Night at the Museum’ Reboot in the Works

Michelle Obama says she feels 'completely free' for the first time | LiAngelo Ball Files For Divorce From Rashida Nicole

Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

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