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Former LSU basketball star Danielle Ballard dies in car accident.

English soccer player Dele Alli reveals mental health struggles and addiction to sleeping pills.

Christopher Eubanks receives support from Coco Gauff during Wimbledon quarterfinal.

Panelists on 'Gutfeld!' criticize Megan Rapinoe's support for transgender women in sports.

Billionaire Elon Musk forms new AI company, xAI, to "understand reality."

UK regulator rejects Microsoft's proposed remedies for Activision-Blizzard acquisition, demands restructuring.

Mark Zuckerberg's reputation is improving thanks to Elon Musk's behavior.

Meta's Twitter competitor, Threads, has gained 100 million users in a few days, surpassing ChatGPT. Meta's stock has risen over 135% this year, but Fidelity has written down its valuation of Twitter from $44 billion to $15 billion, representing a loss of 65.9%.

Hacktivist group Anonymous Sudan launches cyberattacks on websites to cause disruption.

Talks between UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have fallen apart, increasing the possibility of a strike when the current contract expires at the end of July. The strike could disrupt deliveries and raise shipping costs. The union is pushing for better wages, benefits, and workplace protections, as well as an end to a dual-wage system. UPS made $11.5 billion in net income in 2022. The last time UPS Teamsters went on strike was in 1997.

Northwestern fires coach Pat Fitzgerald amid hazing scandal and mishandling.

'Barbie' directed by Greta Gerwig receives rave reviews from netizens.

Allisen Corpuz wins U.S. Women's Open, Aditi Ashok finishes tied 33rd.

Jamie Foxx spotted boating after recovering from medical complication in April.

UFC president dismisses Israel Adesanya's use of racial slurs during confrontation.

Top high school pick Max Clark prepares for professional baseball.

"All My Children actor Jeffrey Carlson dies at age 48."

"My Adventures with Superman" gets an anime-inspired ending theme sequence.

Cillian Murphy reveals chemistry tests with Florence Pugh for nude scenes.

NBA's Victor Wembanyama slapped by security guard while signing autographs.

Tom Brady and Kim Kardashian were only briefly talking, not flirting.

No charges filed after altercation between Britney Spears and NBA player.

John Mayer reflects on scandals and controversies in candid interview.

The MSG Sphere in Las Vegas, touted as the world's largest spherical structure, has showcased its LED lights display during a preview event on 4 July. The structure, which is 366 feet tall and 516 feet wide, features a bowl-shaped theatre with the world's highest-resolution wraparound LED screen. The exterior is fitted with 1.2 million LED lights that can display dynamic imagery on a massive scale. The venue, which cost $2.3bn to build, is set to open on 29 September with a series of U2 concerts.

Keke Palmer's boyfriend criticized her outfit, sparking controversy on social media.

Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has launched Threads, a new text-based app that aims to compete with Twitter. The app allows users to post text and links, reply to messages, and repost content from others. Users can also port over their existing follower lists and account names from Instagram. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated that there should be a public conversations app with over 1 billion users, and that Twitter has failed to achieve this. Threads is built on the same ActivityPub social-networking protocol as Mastodon, allowing users to interact with a wider community beyond Instagram in the future.

Rudy Farias IV, missing for 8 years, found beaten and abused.

Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri falsely claims Founders were enslavers

Right-wing social media speculates about gender identity of Philadelphia shooter.

Wham! documentary on Netflix leaves George Michael fans deeply moved.

Actor Michael Imperioli enraged by SCOTUS decision, discriminates against bigots.

Donald Trump Jr. tweets about suspected cocaine found in White House.

Fans speculate that Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade are dating after Richards' split from her husband of 27 years, Mauricio Umansky, due to their matching heart tattoos and silver rings.

Four killed, two children injured in Philadelphia shooting; adoption industry unclear.

Chet Holmgren shines in Oklahoma City Thunder's summer league win.

Trouble brewing for Ron DeSantis campaign, but not unwinnable.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has urged residents to avoid illegal fireworks displays and opt for safe, organized events. The tweet has been met with criticism due to the LAPD's own history of causing an explosion from fireworks, which resulted in two deaths and significant damage to homes and businesses. The explosion occurred when members of the LAPD's bomb squad attempted to detonate illegal fireworks but miscalculated the weight of the explosives. The incident highlights the department's controversial past and raises questions about its credibility in promoting safety.

Missing Houston man found alive after 8 years, condition unknown.

Shane van Gisbergen wins NASCAR Cup Series debut in Chicago street race.

Twitter experiences global outage, prompting frustration and concern among users. Elon Musk addresses the situation, citing temporary limits due to data scraping.

French cities in chaos after teenager's death; police clash with rioters.

Twitter experienced widespread outages, leading to user frustration and trending hashtags. Elon Musk addressed the issue and explained the limitations on account access. The incidents raised concerns about reduced trackability and its impact on journalism. The CEO changes and limited access have raised questions about the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and vaccine adoption. The long-term effects of Musk's limitations and the transparency of vaccines remain uncertain.

Bobby Bonilla Day: Retired baseball player receives $1.2 million annually.

Twitter experiences widespread outages, leaving users unable to access site.

Cavs prioritize shooting, sign Max Strus to $63 million deal.

Derrick Rose returns to Memphis, adding veteran leadership to Grizzlies.

Fred VanVleet agrees to a three-year, $130 million deal with the Houston Rockets.

Former WWE star Darren Drozdov, known as 'Droz,' has died at 54 from natural causes. Drozdov had a successful career in the WWE before a serious neck injury in 1999 left him paralyzed. He was a former NFL player and is remembered as a devoted son, brother, and friend. Tributes poured in from celebrities and fellow wrestlers mourning his loss.

Geraldo Rivera leaves Fox News, cites affirmative action for his career.

Kelsea Ballerini hit by object thrown by fan during performance.