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President Joe Biden's much-anticipated news conference didn't seem to sway those in his own party calling on him to step down from running for reelection. The heatwave in parts of the US will be spreading soon, as people in Texas deal with heat and power outages. Former President Donald Trump is pushing for his conviction in the hush money case to be dismissed. Panama has installed barbed wire across several routes through the Darien Gap used by migrants. And, a study has found small amounts of toxins in tampons.

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President Joe Biden will close this week’s NATO summit with a high-stakes solo press conference. Also during the NATO summit, Biden sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to discuss a new aid package. The biggest power company in Houston faces criticism as more than 1 million of its customers still don’t have power. A new study shows nearly half of cancer deaths in the US are preventable. And, actor Alec Baldwin is back in court today for his involuntary manslaughter trial.

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The US has imposed sanctions on Israeli groups and individuals tied to violence, amid fresh evacuation orders in Gaza City. The US and Germany thwarted a Russian assassination plot targeting a German arms manufacturer. A police chief in West Virginia has resigned after hiring an officer who fatally shot a Black child in 2014. We’ll tell you how much the IRS has collected in past-due taxes from millionaires. Plus, Shelley Duvall has died at the age of 75.

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More Democrats are calling on President Joe Biden to drop out of the race. Prices in the US fell for the first time since the early Covid pandemic - we break down the numbers. High temperatures bake the West, and impacts from Beryl come to an end. House Democrat Alexandria Ocasio Cortez issues articles of impeachment against two conservative Supreme Court justices. And, can France's Seine River be made swimmable ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic games?

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Heat and anger are rising in Texas as power outages continue for more than a million customers. Prices fell in the US for the first time since the start of the pandemic. President Joe Biden is facing a big test today as he holds a solo news conference at the NATO summit. Meanwhile, the alliance has made some strong comments about China's influence in the Ukraine war. Plus, the head coach of the United States men’s national soccer team has been fired.

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Sources say Democratic donors are holding back big checks because of uncertainty about President Joe Biden's future. Life-threatening heat is gripping Texas as many people still don't have power. Doctors Without Borders are pulling their staff from a hospital in Sudan because of the conflict there. New Hampshire police are investigating the death of a Dartmouth College student as a possible hazing incident. Plus, for the first time in seven years, Costco is raising its membership fees.

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Support for President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign appears to be dwindling among some top Democratic donors. A CNN analysis finds Israeli forces used US-made munitions in a deadly strike on a Gaza school complex. We’re learning more about the death of a Black man held down by security guards at a Wisconsin hotel. An investigation is underway after a statue of Anne Frank in Amsterdam was vandalized. Plus, the first witness in Alec Baldwin’s criminal trial over a fatal shooting on the set of the movie “Rust” testified today.

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Actor and Democratic megadonor George Clooney is calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the race. The US and a number of allies are sending F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. Hurricane Beryl’s remnants are forecast to bring a flood and tornado threat to the northeast today. Authorities in London have captured a man suspected of killing a BBC journalist's family members with a crossbow. And, the first day of actor Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial is underway.

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President Joe Biden is done talking about his poor debate performance, but fellow Democrats continue to weigh in on his candidacy. Hurricane Beryl has forecasters concerned about what could come next. Mediators working on negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza are cautiously hopeful ahead of fresh talks today. Rudy Giuliani filed a proposal to leave bankruptcy protection minutes before a key hearing was due to start. Plus, a person in Colorado has been diagnosed with the plague.

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More cracks are starting to show in President Joe Biden's support for the 2024 election. Extreme temperatures are baking parts of the US. American intel officials say Russia is going to try to influence swing states in this year's elections. Opening statements are expected to start today in Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial. Plus, Virginia's governor wants to ban cell phones in classrooms.

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President Joe Biden opened this week's NATO summit in DC by promising more air defenses for Ukraine. Meanwhile, a sitting Democratic senator says Biden can't win in November's election. More than 100 million people are under heat alerts today. The UN says a famine has now spread across the whole Gaza strip. Plus, two planes have tried to land and take off at the same time - from the same runway.

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President Joe Biden welcomed NATO allies to Washington DC, marking the alliance’s 75th anniversary. House and Senate Democrats appear to be at odds about whether to back Biden’s reelection bid. Texas state officials say FEMA assistance is on the way in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. A Russian court has ordered the widow of opposition leader Alexey Navalny to be arrested in absentia. Plus, a CNN investigation has found Airbnb is failing to protect guests from being secretly filmed by hosts.

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Congressional Democrats are meeting today to discuss President Joe Biden’s political future. Beryl knocked out power to millions of Texans amid a dangerous heat wave. Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed dozens of emergency service personnel, according to Gaza Civil Defense. Fed Chair Jerome Powell gave lawmakers a progress report on the economy. And, thousands of protesters hit the streets in Barcelona in the latest demonstration against mass tourism.

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Eyes are fixed on President Joe Biden as he hosts dozens of world leaders for a NATO summit in DC. Texas is under a heat advisory, a day after facing Beryl. Closing arguments get back underway in Senator Bob Menendez' federal corruption trial today. A major donation is going to make medical school free for most students at Johns Hopkins. And, two giant pandas are settling in at San Diego Zoo.

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President Joe Biden is facing a big test as he welcomes world leaders to DC for the NATO summit. Meanwhile, he is still getting support from some of his party's leaders. As people pick up the pieces from storm Beryl, they're also dealing with dangerous heat. A CNN investigation has found that Airbnb is failing to protect guests from being secretly filmed by hosts. Plus, drugs like Mounjaro could be more effective for weight loss than Ozempic or similar medications.

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House Democrats are meeting today and President Joe Biden is expected to be top of the agenda. Meanwhile, Biden will be hosting world leaders as they arrive in DC for the NATO summit. Storm Beryl has knocked out power for millions in Texas, leaving them without air conditioning as sweltering heat kicks in. Rescue teams are searching through the rubble for any survivors of Russia's strike on a children's hospital in Ukraine. Plus, jury selection starts today for Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial.

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The White House avoided directly answering questions about a top Parkinson’s disease specialist visiting President Joe Biden’s doctor earlier this year. Conditions from Tropical Storm Beryl spawned tornadoes near the Texas-Louisiana border today. Hamas says the Israeli military’s new evacuation orders in Gaza threaten ceasefire negotiations. Last month was the hottest June on record globally. Plus, NASCAR unveils an electric race car prototype.

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President Joe Biden is defending his reelection bid to members of his party and hits back at some lawmakers who want him to step aside. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is vowing to retaliate following a deadly barrage of Russian missile strikes across the country, including a children’s hospital in Kyiv. Israel's non-negotiables in ceasefire talks with Hamas may be creating new challenges. Chicago is reeling from a violent 4th of July weekend. And, the Transportation Security Administration hit a new all-time travel record.

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Tropical storm Beryl has killed at least one person in Texas, just hours after it made landfall as a Hurricane in the state. As President Joe Biden tries to reassure lawmakers, former President Donald Trump is thinking about his possible running mate. Israel's military has issued new evacuation orders in Gaza City. The families of people killed in Boeing 737 Max crashes are criticizing the company's plea deal. Plus, Senator Bob Menendez' corruption trial is wrapping up. 

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Hurricane Beryl has made landfall in Texas this morning, bringing power outages, flood threats and 80mph winds. More Democrats are calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the race. At least 22 people have been killed in a Russian strike on a children's hospital and residential buildings in Ukraine. It was another violent weekend for gun crime in Chicago. Plus, Angel Reese makes WNBA history.

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President Joe Biden is facing a critical week ahead as the number of Democrats calling for him to back out of the 2024 race grows. Hurricane Beryl has made landfall in Texas. Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to conspiracy to defraud the US. A left wing alliance has had a surprise victory in the French elections. Plus, Paramount Global is merging with Skydance Media.

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French voters are headed back to the polls this weekend in runoff parliamentary elections, one week after a strong showing from the far-right National Rally party. Hundreds of candidates in President Emmanuel Macron’s camp and the left-wing alliance have since dropped out of the race in hopes of blocking the far-right from power. In this episode, we examine what is fueling far-right parties across Europe and look at the 28-year-old who could soon become France’s youngest prime minister. 

Guest: Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Senior Producer

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CNN Travel has released its list of America's Best Towns to Visit – and we're spotlighting local legends, unique attractions, and innovative food that make the top five places stand out.

Dasha – a rising country music star – performed at spots all over her hometown of San Luis Obispo, California that's considered a throwback West Coast paradise. No. 4 Portland, Maine is known for its fresh seafood, and no one knows its seafood like Virginia Oliver—the state’s oldest lobster trapper. A unique partnership between the Puyallup Tribe and a Puget Sound seaplane operator offers visitors scenic views of third-ranked Tacoma, Washington. If you don’t want to leave the US, but want to visit Italy, consider a trip to Providence, Rhode Island. Plus, how artists in CNN Travel’s No. 1 city, Richmond, Virginia are transforming their city with thought-provoking murals.

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President Joe Biden reiterated his plans to stay in the race for the White House, but some of his supporters have concerns. Former President Donald Trump’s team is trying to use the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity ruling to help him in his classified documents case. Texas officials are urging residents to prepare for Beryl this weekend where it's forecast to make a final landfall. The US government is investigating Chinese swimmers who tested positive for doping. Plus, we have new developments on Andrew Tate’s criminal case in Romania.

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President Joe Biden faces key tests in his reelection bid today as some Democrats look to turn the tide with the vice president. Triple-digit temperatures are on tap for much of the West Coast with no relief for several days. Beryl has lost strength over parts of Mexico but is expected to ramp up as it heads toward Texas. Authorities recovered dozens of migrants whose boat capsized off the coast of a west African country. And, two luxury retail rivals are joining forces with Amazon’s help.

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This is a critical day for President Joe Biden to reassure voters, as some Democrats discuss what it would take to put Vice President Kamala Harris on the top of the ticket. Today’s new jobs report shows the US labor market is cooling down. The UK’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged to steer the country toward “calmer waters” in his first address to the nation. Hurricane Beryl is moving through Mexico as a Category 1 storm. Plus, two bitten were bitten by sharks at a Texas beach yesterday.

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A widening group of leading Democrat officials and donors are looking at Vice President Kamala Harris as a potential replacement to lead their party in November's election. New heat alerts are popping up in parts of the US, as close to 140 million people remain under previous ones. Hurricane Beryl made landfall near a popular tourist area of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. The UK officially has a new prime minister after a historic election. Plus, there's new hot dog eating champion after a close competition.

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President Joe Biden is trying to rally support behind his reelection campaign as calls from Democratic lawmakers and donors for him to drop out continue. The UK woke up to a historic election result - we'll bring you the details. Hurricane Beryl heads toward Mexico before potentially hitting parts of Texas. Millions remain under heat alerts as an extremely dangerous and unusually long heat wave is spreading up the West Coast. Plus, Negotiations between Israel and Hamas have taken a step forward. 

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President Joe Biden appears to have re-convinced some Democratic governors that he's the right candidate for the 2024 presidential election. Wildfires and extreme heat are scorching parts of the South and western US today. People in some areas of DC and northern Virginia are being told to boil their water before they drink it. It's election day for voters in the UK. Plus, a Boeing whistleblower says the company used parts from a scrapyard in some of its planes.

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Some Democratic governors are publicly backing President Joe Biden, while another lawmaker from his party says he should step down from the election. More than 40% of Americans will be spending this 4th of July under heat alerts, as wildfires rage on in parts of the country. Hurricane Beryl has weakened to a category 3 storm after lashing Jamaica. Israel and Hamas could be moving closer to a ceasefire and hostage release deal. Plus, Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing another lawsuit alleging sexual assault and sex trafficking.

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President Joe Biden is vowing to stay in the race for the White House despite panic among some Democrats about his ability to do the job. Hurricane Beryl is battering parts of Jamaica with life-threatening storm surge and destructive winds. One of the Supreme Court’s recent rulings is impacting new health care protections for transgender Americans nationwide. We’ll tell you about an attack that killed dozens in a central Mali village. Plus, Google says artificial intelligence is to blame for its emission spikes.

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Questions swirl about the future of President Joe Biden’s candidacy as pressure mounts for him to drop out of the race. We’re tracking Hurricane Beryl as it closes in on Jamaica. A growing wildfire has prompted thousands to evacuate in Northern California as a heat wave ramps up. A long-running discount store chain is going out of business. And, we have good news for drivers hitting the road this 4th of July.

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Reports circle that President Joe Biden is acknowledging the coming days are key to save his reelection campaign. Hurricane Beryl moves towards Jamaica. The UK prepares to vote in election that could see the Conservatives lose power after 14 years. New research reveals a new potential health risk from popular weight loss and diabetes drugs. And, how much will Americans spend on BBQs this holiday weekend?

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President Joe Biden has blamed his busy travel schedule for his poor debate performance. The Washington Post reports that the Justice Department will continue to pursue criminal charges against former President Donald Trump after the election, even if he wins. Hurricane Beryl is heading for Jamaica. 13,000 Navajo Nation households aren't connected to the electrical grid, meaning they get no relief from extreme heat. Plus, two Rookies have been named WBNA All-Stars.

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A growing number of leading Democrats want President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 race for the White House. Hurricane Beryl is making its way towards Jamaica after the Prime Minister of Grenada said it "flattened" an island there. There are warnings that 4th July heat could be "exceptionally dangerous and lethal" for parts of the US. 250,000 people were at a religious ceremony in India that ended in a deadly crowd crush. Plus, the FBI is investigating after dozens of Jewish graves were vandalized in Ohio.

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A judge has postponed former President Donald Trump’s sentencing in his hush money case in New York. Hurricane Beryl is now a powerful Category 4 storm as it moves toward Jamaica. The Israeli military has ordered a fresh round of evacuation orders for many parts of southern Gaza. More than 100 people were killed in a crowd crush at a religious event in India. Plus, the Food & Drug Administration approved a new drug to treat early Alzheimer’s.

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Rudy Giuliani has officially been disbarred in New York for his part in former President Donald Trump’s 2020 election interference efforts. The Biden administration is expected to announce a proposed rule to protect workers from extreme heat. Democratic governors want to meet with the White House after President Joe Biden’s poor debate performance. Hungary’s prime minister is urging Ukraine to consider a ceasefire deal with Russia. And, actor Jamie Foxx opens up about a health scare that landed him in the hospital last year.

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The Manhattan DA's office says it is open to delaying Donald Trump’s hush money trial sentencing date and the state Supreme Court announced Rudy Giuliani is officially disbarred in New York. Hurricane Beryl is moving through the Caribbean towards Jamaica. The Biden administration is rolling out the first-ever heat safety standard for workers. Illegal crossings at the U.S. Mexico border fall to a three-year low. Plus, dozens of passengers are injured following strong turbulence on an Air Europa flight.

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Former President Donald Trump's legal team is trying to delay, dismiss, and overturn some of the cases he’s facing in light of the Supreme Court's immunity ruling. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is lashing out against the judgement, which his team hopes will give him a bump in the polls. Hurricane Beryl continues toward Jamaica as a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm. The head of Gaza’s largest hospital claims he was repeatedly tortured during his seven months in Israeli detention. Plus, Andy Murray is dropping out of the singles event at Wimbledon.

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President Joe Biden has lashed out at the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, as Trump's team is already making legal moves. After hitting Barbados, Hurricane Beryl is continuing to strengthen as it heads towards Jamaica. Ukrainian officials say they’ve foiled a plot to overthrow the government. Panama says it’s reached a deal with the US to close a region used by migrants. Plus, the judge in the Karen Read murder case has declared a mistrial. 

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The Supreme Court granted former President Donald Trump partial immunity in his federal January 6 case – we look at what’s likely to happen next. Victims of the October 7 terrorist attack in Israel and their families sue Iran, Syria and North Korea for allegedly supporting Hamas. The murder trial of a woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend has been declared a mistrial. We track the projected path of the Category 4 storm Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean. Plus, Hunter Biden sues Fox News over a “mock trial” miniseries.

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We start with the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on presidential immunity. Steve Bannon has started his four-month prison sentence for defying a congressional subpoena. Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in the Caribbean as a Category 4 storm. We’ll tell you about Boeing’s acquisition deal for one of its major suppliers. And, some big-name athletes secured their spots to compete in the Paris Olympics.

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The Supreme Court rules that Donald Trump may claim immunity from criminal prosecution for some of his conduct while president. We’ll break down the other opinions the high court dropped on the last day of its term. President Joe Biden is going to keep fighting after his dismal debate performance. Hurricane Beryl hits the Caribbean. Plus, the Catholic Church gets its first millennial saint.

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The Supreme Court is expected to rule on whether former President Donald Trump can claim immunity from federal election subversion charges, while the Biden campaign continues its damage control. Beryl is set to slam into the Caribbean this morning as a powerful category 4 hurricane. Utica, New York's mayor met with the community this weekend, after a 13-year old boy was shot and killed by police. Israel has set off international condemnation after a plans were announced to legally recognize five unauthorized West Bank settlements. Plus, Steve Bannon is to report to federal prison today.

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The Biden campaign continues its damage control as the Trump campaign, and many others, await the Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity. The Justice Department is nearing an agreement with Boeing that one lawyer for victims families calls a “sweetheart deal.” A downgraded but still powerful hurricane is set to hit the Caribbean this morning. French politicians are scrambling after one of France’s far right parties led the first round of parliamentary elections on Sunday. And, Michael J. Fox rocked on a guitar with Coldplay at Glastonbury this weekend.

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The Supreme Court wraps up its current term on Monday. Justices are finally expected to issue a major decision on presidential immunity as it relates to special counsel Jack Smith's election subversion charges against former President Donald Trump. Another decision limiting obstruction charges for January 6th rioters could also have ramifications in that case. In this episode, we break down what it said and why a separate ruling is sending shockwaves through the federal government.

Guest: John Fritze, CNN Supreme Court Reporter

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A dad’s offer to be a stand-in parent for LGBTQ couples has grown into a global network of allies. A family of Taekwondo athletes sprang into action to save a woman from being assaulted. In Missouri, a small-town fire department’s bank account was running out, until a 91-year-old man gave them a game-changing donation. Visitors with disabilities can explore the Great Smoky Mountains in new ways. Plus, what are the best US towns to visit this summer? We’ll share some of CNN Travel’s top 10. 

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President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump hit the campaign trail today after last night's CNN’s debate showdown. We have key takeaways from the Supreme Court’s decision on January 6th charges and what it means for Trump. The FDA sampled raw milk for the bird flu virus – we break down new findings from its test results. A woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend is waiting to learn her fate – we’ll tell you where her trial stands. Plus, a judge is expected to rule on whether to dismiss Alec Baldwin’s indictment in a fatal movie set shooting case.

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US prices didn’t rise last month for the first time since November. The US Supreme Court ruled homeless people can be ticketed for sleeping outside. We have two state supreme court rulings related to abortion and gender-affirming care for minors. The US is dismantling the humanitarian pier to Gaza for a third time. And, Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts are getting greater pay and benefits.

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President Joe Biden is brushing off concerns about what many Democrats are calling a disappointing debate performance. The Supreme Court ruled the Justice Department overstepped in charging hundreds of January 6 rioters. The high court also passed down a decision that will significantly weaken the power of federal agencies. A summer bump in Covid-19 cases has arrived in the U.S. Plus, we're poised to see the first father-son duo play together in the NBA.

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