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The third heatwave of the year has started across parts of the United Kingdom with temperatures expected to rise up to 34C for some by the middle of the week.

From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026

Beginning on July 4, the Small Business Administration will let small firms borrow up to $10 million with the government’s backing—double the previous amount, and the most the agency has ever offered.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 5, 2026

Anyone found guilty of taking part in cockfighting faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2026

"When someone comes up whose heart is hurting, we can get them to smile, and children are able to come up to our dogs and pet them," she said.

From Barron's • Jul. 5, 2026

She walks right up to him and says, “Ell! What are you doing here?”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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