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- Lexington Herald-Leader
‘A bobcat attacked my wife!’ Security camera captures wild encounter in North Carolina
The 46-second clip has been viewed millions of times online.
- The Telegraph
Queen shares favourite unseen photograph of Prince Philip
The Queen has shared one of her favourite photographs of herself relaxing with the Duke of Edinburgh, her beloved husband of 73 years. The image depicts the couple in a rare private moment, off duty, relaxed and enjoying each other's company in one of their favourite beauty spots atop the Coyles of Muick on the Balmoral estate. The candid snap was taken by the Countess of Wessex in 2003. The couple, smiling broadly at the camera, are clearly enjoying a break amid the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands. The Duke, lying back on a rug, is propping himself up on his left elbow, his hat jauntily placed on his right knee. The Queen, dressed in a tartan skirt, blouse and cardigan accessorised with a string of pearls, is also sitting on a rug. It is thought the picture was taken during the couple's traditional summer break at the Queen's nearby private estate of Balmoral.
- USA TODAY
Watchdog: Pompeo, his wife made more than 100 personal requests of State Department employees
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and his wife asked State Department employees to help with everything from hair appointments to dog care.
- The Independent
Trump’s post-presidency makeover: Former president losing weight, cutting back on M&Ms and ditching spray tan, report says
‘When I saw him, he looked healthier and in better physical condition than I had seen him in a long time,’ a Trump advisor says
- INSIDER
Donald Trump Jr. promoted Jake Paul's next fight days after the YouTuber addressed a sexual assault allegation made against him
Donald Trump Jr. promoted controversial YouTuber Jake Paul's next big fight after Paul was accused of sexual assault.
- Reuters
Blood type not a COVID-19 risk factor in U.S.; inhaled asthma drug may keep mild illness from worsening
The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus. Blood type does not affect susceptibility to COVID-19 in U.S. patients, a new study suggests. Researchers analyzed data on nearly 108,000 people from Utah, Idaho, and Nevada who were tested for COVID-19 and whose blood type was listed in their medical records.
- The Telegraph
Previously unseen Prince Philip photos show his early sailing prowess
The Duke of Edinburgh’s early nautical prowess was captured in photographs from his school days that have never previously been seen. Taken in 1937, Prince Philip is seen sitting confidently at the helm of Diligent, one of the sailing boats belonging to the boarding school in Scotland where he was educated, Gordonstoun. The teenage Duke was also pictured in a pose that belied the splendour of the years ahead, as he washed up dishes onboard the boat while grinning at the camera. The black-and-white images have finally come to light after the great-nephew of the former student who took them made contact with the school following the Duke’s passing. Diligent was Gordonstoun’s first offshore vessel and had been bought by a member of staff, who was also a yachtsman, in June 1936, according to the school. The 14-ton trading ketch was first used by the school, in Moray, north east Scotland, for a cruise to Fair Isle and the Shetlands the following month and soon began to be used regularly by pupils during term time.
- Reuters
Unofficial EU note on redrawing Balkan borders causes angst in Bosnia
An unofficial European Union diplomatic note seen by Reuters on redrawing borders along ethnic lines in the Western Balkans has caused angst and distress in Bosnia, which fears an unexpected shift in EU strategy. The document was first leaked to the Slovenian media and ascribed to Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa, who reportedly had sent it to European Council President Charles Michel as a proposal on how to deal with the region after Slovenia takes over presidency of the EU in July. But Jansa denied that he had sent the document and accused "fake media" of trying to harm Slovenia's efforts to help integrate the Western Balkan states into the wealthy bloc.
- The Independent
Lawyer of police officer who shot Adam Toledo says it’s ‘disheartening’ no one has asked how officer is doing
Police union president called the officer’s actions “heroic”
- Reuters
With food and fuel, Hezbollah braces for the worst in Lebanon collapse
Lebanon's Hezbollah has made preparations for an all-out collapse of the fracturing state, issuing ration cards for food, importing medicine and readying storage for fuel from its patron Iran, three sources familiar with the plans told Reuters. The steps highlight rising fears of an implosion of the Lebanese state, in which authorities can no longer import food or fuel to keep the lights on. The plan chimes with worries in Lebanon that people will have to rely on political factions for food and security, in the way many did in the militia days of the 1975-1990 civil war.
- INSIDER
'Lost' creator Damon Lindelof says Justin Theroux 'wasn't interested' in lead role that went to Matthew Fox
Lindelof and Theroux eventually worked together on HBO's "The Leftovers," which ran for three seasons and gained huge critical acclaim.
- Business Insider
A Republican senator delayed the passage of a bipartisan bill that he co-sponsored
The procedural delay threw a wrench into a rare bipartisan effort in the Senate to counter China's aggressiveness on the global stage.
- Business Insider
Alexei Navalny says prison authorities threatened to force-feed him because his health has declined so much
Putin's chief critic said in March that he was going on hunger strike after he was denied medical help in prison.
- BBC
Why are so many babies dying of Covid-19 in Brazil?
As the pandemic rages in Brazil, hundreds of babies and young children are dying of Covid.
- The Independent
Babies dying from Covid in Brazil as ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ hits country
Médecins Sans Frontières says country has been plunged into ‘permanent state of mourning’
- Business Insider
4 virus variants are spreading in the US, and studies suggest they can make people sicker, evade the immune response, or spread faster. Here's why experts are concerned.
COVID-19 "variants of concern" include the coronavirus variant first found in South Africa. These new strains differ from the original in key ways.
- The Telegraph
Duke of Edinburgh's ponies and carriage to play part in his funeral
The Duke of Edinburgh's love of carriage driving will feature in his funeral, with his carriage – which he designed himself – and ponies making an appearance. The polished dark green four-wheeled carriage, accompanied by two of Prince Philip's grooms, will stand in the Quadrangle of Windsor Castle on Saturday as the duke's coffin is carried past in a procession on a Land Rover hearse. It was Philip's most recent carriage, which he began using for riding around Windsor and other royal estates at the age of 91. With it will be the Duke's two black Fell ponies, Balmoral Nevis and Notlaw Storm, both born in 2008. Balmoral Nevis was bred by the Queen, with Fell ponies being an endangered breed. The carriage, made of aluminium and steel, was built to Prince Philip's specifications eight years ago, drawing on his knowledge of Federation Equestre Internationale driving. He had been designing driving carriages since the 1970s.
- The Independent
Coronavirus: Brazilians told to delay having children ‘until a better moment’ as variant spreads
Country’s health system is buckling under pressure of highly contagious P1 variant
- Associated Press
Browns release veteran DT Richardson in salary-cap move
This off-season remodeling of the Browns' defense includes a surprising removal. Veteran tackle Sheldon Richardson's contract was terminated on Friday, a head-scratching move that creates more salary-cap space but also a hole in the middle of Cleveland's defensive line. Days after adding free agent end Jadeveon Clowney, the Browns parted with Richardson, who started 16 games last season and played well for the team since signing a three-year, $37 million contract with Cleveland in 2019.
- Associated Press
Gaetz and DeSantis: A friendship that may become a liability
When he launched his campaign to become Florida’s governor in January 2018, few expected Ron DeSantis to prevail in America’s toughest political battleground. Gaetz appeared at campaign events alongside DeSantis, played his Democratic rival Andrew Gillum in mock debate preparations and encouraged then-President Donald Trump to back DeSantis for governor. At one campaign stop in Navarre, Florida, Gaetz jokingly referred to DeSantis as “Batman” to his “Robin.”