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It's Wednesday, June 24th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Attacks on French Christians up by 70 percent Attacks on Christians in France surged over 70 percent last year. The data comes from a recent report by the government.  General anti-religious attacks more than doubled since 2010. Anti-Christian violence followed the trend, nearly doubling over the same period. The European Center for Law & Justice notes that the actual number of anti-Christian acts may be two to three times higher than the official figures. The group also reported that France lacks any dedicated institutional framework to combat anti-Christian hatred. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned The United Kingdom's head of government announced his resignation on June 22nd. The country is set to have its sixth prime minister in just seven years. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stepped down after his Labor Party experienced major election losses in May.  STARMER: “The question my party is asking now is whether I am best placed to lead us into the next general election. I have heard the answer of my parliamentary party, and I accept that answer with good grace. Every decision I have taken has been about putting the country I love first. “That is why I will resign as leader of the Labor Party. I have spoken to His Majesty the King [Charles III] this morning to inform him of my decision. I will ask the National Executive Committee of the Labor Party to set out a timetable with nominations opening on the ninth of July.” Keir Starmer, an avowed atheist, was known for his support for abortion and assisted suicide.  Proverbs 29:2 says, “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when a wicked man rules, the people groan.” British study: Marriage brings more stability New research from the United Kingdom confirms that marriage is a major factor in relationship stability.  The report from the Marriage Foundation found that unmarried couples were nearly twice as likely to separate as married couples. Dr. Harry Benson is the Research Director at the Marriage Foundation. He noted, “This groundbreaking study categorically demonstrates the benefits of marrying, and blows apart decades of government policy that has consistently downgraded marriage to just another form of relationship like cohabitating.” Proverbs 18:22 says, “He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord.” U.S. abortions down slightly In the United States, the reported number of babies murdered in the womb decreased slightly last year. The Society of Family Planning, a pro-abortion group, estimates there were 1.13 million abortions in 2025. That's down from 1.14 million in 2024. The data shows in-person abortions are decreasing while so-called “telehealth” abortions are increasing. Nearly a third of abortions are now done outside of physical locations by swallowing the Abortion Kill Pill which mothers order by mail. Texas judge allowed recusal from officiating homosexual faux weddings A Texas judge won her religious freedom case last week against the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. The Commission had issued Judge Dianne Hensley a public warning, sanctioning her for Christian beliefs. She had simply recused herself from performing weddings for couples living in unnatural relations.  The recent settlement awarded Hensley $10,000 and required the Commission to pay her attorney's fees of $630,000.  Economist Alan Greenspan died at 100 Economist Alan Greenspan died at the age of 100 on Monday from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He served as the chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006. He has been credited as the orchestrator of U.S. economic growth in the 1990s. However, his easy-money policies were also blamed for the 2008 financial crisis.  Greenspan was often known as the second most powerful person in the country after the president.  47 percent of Protestant pastors oppose celebrating America's 250th birthday A new survey from Lifeway Research asked pastors about celebrating America's 250th birthday.  Fifty-percent of U.S. Protestant pastors agree that their church should do something special to commemorate the event. Forty-seven percent disagree.  Also, 45 percent of pastors support patriotic elements in worship services during the week of July Fourth. That's down from 61 percent in 2016. Meanwhile, 30 percent of pastors say their congregation's love for America sometimes seems great than their love for God. That's down from 53 percent.   U.S. soccer players glorify God And finally, the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team is advancing in the World Cup. The team has achieved back-to-back victories for the first time since 1930. Members of the team are also making headlines for their faith in Jesus Christ.  Last week, star player Christian Pulisic posted a picture of teammates praying on the field after their game against Australia. One of his teammates, Mark Mackenzie, commented on the photo with a reference to Ecclesiastes 4:9-10. The passage says, “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.” Listen to Mackenzie comment on his faith in Christ. MACKENZIE: “The salvation that I have is nothing that I earned; it's a gift. There's nothing else to it. Every day that goes by is a day where I have to look up and say, ‘Thank you, Lord, for seeing me through this.'” Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, June 24th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

This is Episode 12, where electricity is our STCKY means of death. This is The Current Situation by Kathleen Marple KalbFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KathleenMarpleKalbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathleenmarplekalb/Website: https://kathleenmarplekalb.com/ABOUT Kathleen Marple KalbKathleen Marple Kalb describes herself as an Author/Anchor/Mom…not in that order. A Regional Edward R. Murrow Award-winning weekend anchor at New York's 1010 WINS Radio, she writes mysteries, long and short. Her eleven published novels include the Old Stuff and Ella Shane series at Level Best Books, including the upcoming A Fatal Flourish, featuring Flora and Frankie's parents. As Nikki Knight, she writes the Vermont Radio and Grace the Hit Mom series. Her stories, under both pen names, have appeared in Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine, Black Cat Weekly, and many anthologies, including two Derringer Award finalists. She's also been a finalist for Agatha, Derringer, National Excellence in Storytelling, and Black Orchid Novella Awards. She serves on the national board of Sisters in Crime. She, her husband, and son live in a Connecticut house owned by their cat.DeliberationUp and coming attorney Flora St. Aubryn has career case on her desk. She is sure the case against Beatric Armitage is circumstantial, but it would put her over the top if she could point the finger at the person responsible for Mr. Armitage's death. People in the house that evening were:Mr. Archibald Armitage, food magnateMrs. Beatrice Armitage, social elitistMr. Chesney, the butler, haughty like his employersThe Upstairs Maid, nice as far as we knowNeill Clarendon, Mrs. Armitage's secretary, politeWRAP UPThat wraps this episode of Mysteries to Die For. Support our show by subscribing, telling a mystery lover about us, and giving us a five-star review. Check out our website m2d4podcast.com for links to this season's authors.Mysteries to Die For is hosted by TG Wolff and Jack Wolff. The Current Situation was written by Kathleen Marple Kalb. Music and production are by Jack Wolff. Episode art is by TG Wolff. Join us next week for a Toe Tag, which is the first chapter from a fresh release in the mystery, crime, or thriller genre. Normally we would be back in two weeks, but we are going to take a week off for the July Fourth holiday. Our next original story will drop on July 20th where heat, pressure, and chemical is our STCKY means of murder. It's Rendering the Truth by Chuck Brownman

To the Editor and residents of Floresville, Re: “Muñoz on July 4 event: ‘We'll honor a contract if it's there,'” May 20 My name is Krista Scott, and I am one of the directors of The Market in Floresville. I am writing because our residents, vendors, and small business owners deserve transparency regarding recent changes surrounding the City's July Fourth event and decisions that impacted local vendors and entrepreneurs. During initial planning meetings attended by City representatives, community leadership, and event partners, it was communicated that The Market in Floresville would coordinate vendor operations through a partnership involving the event.... Article Link

Editor: Re: “Muñoz on July 4 event: ‘We'll honor a contract if it's there,'” May 20 The City of Floresville appreciates the passion and investment our local business owners and community organizations bring to the community events, especially the upcoming annual Independence Day celebration. Events like these are an important part of our community identity and provide an opportunity to support local commerce, tourism, and civic pride. This year's July Fourth event is being organized by the 4A Corp., with the city partnering in support of the event and its fundraising efforts. The Floresville 4A Corp. operates as its own... Article Link

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, May 5, include: minimum wage policy tied to Lincoln City Council discussions, rising farm costs linked to global shipping disruptions, Nebraska volleyball releases Big Ten schedule, Lincoln Fire and Rescue survey reveals morale concerns, new inspector general named for state corrections system, fireworks industry faces worker shortages ahead of July Fourth, Omaha residents reflect on historic streetcar era.

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It's Day 35 of the government shutdown- at this point, Washington is like that one friend who says they're “five minutes away” when they haven't even left the house. Meanwhile, It's Election Day in New York City — the calm before the political storm, where campaign volunteers are running on caffeine and hope, and voters are just trying to remember if their polling place is still the same deli they went to last year. The city waits, nervously, like a pitcher staring down the final batter in the ninth inning. Meanwhile, in Queens, the Mets are back to doing that thing they do best: convincing us it'll be different this time. But that might be a little bit harder as Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz have officially opted out of their contracts and are now free agents. The day before election day, President Trump seems to throw his support behind Andrew Cuomo, saying “Regardless of whether you like him or not, you must vote for Andrew Cuomo and hope that he does a good job.” And as ballots are prepped, curveballs are thrown, and coffee pots are refilled across the five boroughs, we're left with one simple question: who's getting the keys to City Hall? Whoever it is, I just hope they know how to fix a budget, a bullpen, and a broken MetroCard reader — in that order.In the headlines on #TheUpdate this Tuesday, we end our coverage of The Road To City Hall. On the last day of this long running campaign, New York City's voters are deciding the outcome of a generational and ideological divide that will resonate across the country as they choose the next mayor to run the nation's largest city.A driver who crashed his pickup truck into a July Fourth barbecue and killed four people was convicted of murder in the 2024 wreck in a New York City park.And in Washington, Dick Cheney, the hard-charging conservative who became one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in U.S. history and a leading advocate for the invasion of Iraq, has died at age 84.

When floodwaters swept through Camp Mystic in the early morning hours of July Fourth, Skyler Derrington and her fellow campers found safety and strength by singing through the storm. After that night, Skyler wrote a song to the tune of “Hallelujah,” which quickly went viral, bringing comfort to many who were affected by the tragedy.  Listen to Skyler and her mom, Lacey, share about the heartbreaking flood—and the hope that has followed—on this episode of GPS: God. People Stories. Connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Facebook at Billy Graham Radio.If you'd like to know more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ, or deepening the faith you already have, visit FindPeacewithGod.net. If you'd like to pray with someone, call our Billy Graham 24/7 Prayer Line at 855-255-7729.

 Today, we replay our extra-long July Fourth show, with a fresh introduction that makes it more relevant today than last month. I tie in the lessons and ideals of the founding fathers to the time we are living in today. Weaving together the final thoughts on the budget reconciliation bill and judicial tyranny, I demonstrate how MAGA Inc. is subverting its own stated beliefs because it's easier to declare victory on false hope rather than actually fight for results. As I predicted, the Supreme Court ruling on universal injunctions did nothing to stop the judicial tyranny. I list six reasons why that ruling was subversive. Yet MAGA leaders continue to perpetuate the myth of judicial supremacism in the Constitution when it flies in the face of the entire principle we celebrate on July Fourth. We need to have a plan. MAGA Inc.'s plan is to grift on social media off fake victories. It is incumbent upon us to formulate a real plan — if not federally, at least in a few states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new round of flood warnings in Texas. Officials say heavy rains in the state could cause more flash flooding. Rescue and evacuation efforts for some areas are underway. In the meantime, the search for missing victims from the July Fourth floods have been temporarily paused.Today marks one year since President Trump survived an assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania. Hear how he reflected on the past year, during an interview with Lara Trump.As Trump teases a major announcement about Russia coming Monday and NATO's Secretary General visits Washington next week, can we expect a turning point in the Russia-Ukraine war? Two guests join us to explore.Diet has a lot to do with health, but so does getting good sleep. The question is, are you getting the right kind of shut-eye? A sleep physician goes deep on slow-wave sleep.And, unexpected "creatures" appear in deep space as the James Webb telescope spots a cosmic owl and a galactic jellyfish.

In the early morning of July 4th, the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning, but two hours later, the swollen Guadalupe River swept camp children out of their cabins at Camp Mystic. A wall of water then flooded the Hill Country and most of Central Texas, eventually killing more than 110 people, including dozens of children. Another 170 people are still missing, and the victims are strewn from Kerr County down to Sandy Creek. But flash floods are familiar to this area, known as “flash flood alley,” so why did the July Fourth floods catch so many off-guard? From missing warning systems to critical staffing gaps at the National Weather Service, spotty cell phone service and just plain complacency, veteran KXAN Meteorologist Jim Spencer joins host Nikki Davaughn to examine what could have gone wrong and how Texans can better prepare for the next flash flood. Late Wednesday, Gov. Greg Abbott announced that several flood-related items, including funding flood warning systems, are now on the agenda for the Texas Legislature's upcoming special session.   Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode: Jones Dairy Farm LBJ Presidential Library Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

More than 100 people are dead and 170 are still missing in Texas, where, on July Fourth, the Guadalupe River in Kerrville rose more than 30 feet in five hours. Staff shortages at the National Weather Service may have made it harder to coordinate a response, and Texas lawmakers are now reconsidering a bill to improve local governments' emergency communications infrastructure. Also: the economics of rebuilding wildfire-burnt homes with fire-resistant steel framing.

More than 100 people are dead and 170 are still missing in Texas, where, on July Fourth, the Guadalupe River in Kerrville rose more than 30 feet in five hours. Staff shortages at the National Weather Service may have made it harder to coordinate a response, and Texas lawmakers are now reconsidering a bill to improve local governments' emergency communications infrastructure. Also: the economics of rebuilding wildfire-burnt homes with fire-resistant steel framing.

The death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend has surpassed 100 as the massive search continues for missing people. As that operation continues, questions are already being asked about weather warnings, and why some summer camps did not evacuate ahead of the catastrophic flooding.

Americans were projected to toss 126 million pounds of food after Independence Day—at a record-high cost.

Today's Headlines: President Trump signed his sweeping budget bill into law. The law eliminates taxes on silencers and some firearms, adds new taxes on remittances, and includes bizarre provisions like $40 million for a MAGA statue garden and Trump-branded savings accounts for babies. It extends Trump's 2017 tax cuts, slashes Medicaid (projected to leave 12 million uninsured), defunds Planned Parenthood reimbursements, and guts food assistance while ballooning ICE's budget to over $100 billion. Elon Musk, furious over the bill's impact on his business, announced a vague new “America Party” as his teen protégé “Big Balls” was hired by the Social Security Administration. Meanwhile, 79 people died in sudden Texas floods, FEMA grant programs are quietly being withdrawn, and Kristi Noem is under scrutiny for accepting undisclosed payments from a nonprofit promoting her political ambitions. On the global stage, Trump's trade war deadline looms with only 3 of 90 deals finalized, and up to 70% tariffs threatened for non-compliant countries. Proximity talks between Israel and Hamas resume this week in Qatar, as Netanyahu visits the White House following Israel's rejection of Hamas's latest ceasefire demands. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NBC News: Trump signs big tax cut and spending bill into law in July Fourth ceremony Axios: An increasing share of American adults are going hungry AP News: Musk to form a new political party after split with Trump over tax cuts law  Wired: ‘Big Balls' Is Now at the Social Security Administration  AP News: Death toll in central Texas flash floods rises to 79 as sheriff says 10 campers remain missing ProPublica: States Fear Critical Funding From FEMA May Be Drying Up ProPublica: Kristi Noem Secretly Took Personal Cut of Political Donations Axios: Tariffs return to April rates on August 1 without deals, Bessent says Axios: Israel and Hamas to hold indirect ceasefire talks in Qatar Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In case you missed it, the US passed One Big Beautiful Bill on Friday. But what does it all mean — for Australia and the world? We need all the explanations. Fortunately, our US correspondent Amelia Lester joins Mia, Jessie and Em V to unpack Trump's latest 'feat'. And, our favourite astronaut Katy Perry has announced a new way to separate. Move over 'conscious uncoupling' because you've just been dethroned. Plus, Princess Treatment. What is it and what do women have to do to get it? Surprisingly, it takes more effort than you might think to achieve this most royal of treatments. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: BONUS: Our Honest Thoughts About 'And Just Like That' Season Three Listen: You're A Bitch And That's Why We Lack Community Listen: When Your Family Is the Problem Listen: A Child Care Worker, An Arrest & The Backlash Against Male Educators Listen: The Leaderboard Of Cool Listen: The Bezos Wedding Was A Very Rich Text Listen: Absolutely Everything Is Feminism’s Fault! Parenting Out Loud: Dr Becky's DFK Theory & The Great Trampoline Debate Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: An exhaustive timeline of Elon Musk and Donald Trump's possibly co-dependent situationship. Donald Trump's victory has forced us to confront a difficult truth. After months of speculation, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have shared a joint statement. Orlando Bloom's breakup posts are getting more cryptic by the day. Not every Disney Princess has to be a girl boss. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For today's trifecta, Mark gives a list of three food and drink items he had while at Conneaut Lake over the July Fourth weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For today's trifecta, Mark gives a list of three food and drink items he had while at Conneaut Lake over the July Fourth weekend.

Historic rainfall in the Texas Hill Country over the July Fourth weekend killed at least 67 people statewide. Some of the missing are from the Greater Houston area, including some young girls from the sleep-away camp, Camp Mystic. With state leaders promising a “relentless” search and federal assistance on the way, host Raheel Ramzanali and executive producer Laura Isensee talked on Sunday to bring you the latest on what we know and how to help.The latest on the historic flooding and stories we talked about:  Houston Chronicle's Live Coverage  Here's why the Texas Hill Country flood was much worse than anyone ever expected In Texas region prone to catastrophic floods, questions grow about lack of warning Making sense of the weather that led to a horrible Texas flooding tragedy What we know about the Camp Mystic girls still missing after devastating floods in Central Texas Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHoustonDon't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts!Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fire up the grill: This week, we're covering all of your July Fourth favorites. We unravel the history of the hot dog with author Bruce Kraig and hear from Hot Dog Ambassador John Champlin about one unforgettable frankfurter. Plus, Ken Zuckerman of the National Mustard Museum touts mustard as the ultimate condiment; J. Kenji López-Alt takes grilled corn to the next level; and Rose Hattabaugh shares new ideas for an old favorite: flag cake. (Originally aired June 25, 2024.)Get this week's recipe for 1-2-3 Frosting here.Song credit: It's All Right Baby - Assaf Ayalon, courtesy of Artlist.Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify

Friday, July 4, 2025 Welcome to our July Fourth show! Our own Kerby Anderson hosts today. To begin, Kerby brings us a teaching hour about the history of the Fourth of July. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on Twitter @PointofViewRTS with your opinions or comments. Looking for just the Highlights? Follow us […]

Fireworks, marching bands, and words from some famous Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week C.J. and Kent stick to the news and discuss the rise in alcohol-related liver disease deaths in Wisconsin, Ron Johnson's opposition to the increased Medicaid tax, and a Republican-proposed bill intended to expand access to treatment over incarceration for the mentally ill people who arrested for low level crimes.

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a popular rapper's decision to not play at a Philadelphia July Fourth festival.

On today's Keepin It Real, Cam wishes us a happy Independence Day and reminds us that on July 4th, 1776, nearly thirty percent of the population didn't want it. ----- Happy Fourth of July. Our nation's independence. It's a big deal. I don't think we feel it today like generations did in the past. The significance of it is likely lost on many of us. Those that fought in wars have a different type of appreciation for the Fourth of July but there are so many fewer of them today than there were. In 1980, about twenty percent of our population had served in the military. Today that number is closer to six percent. And less than three percent of our adult population has ever seen combat, this all from ChatGPT, by the way. So the veterans that have a special connection to July Fourth are such a small, small group. To most of us, today is a day where we sleep in a bit, get outside a bit, and hope to end the night with all ten fingers intact after shooting fireworks. We'll certainly see those stories on social media tomorrow– please don't let it be you. And in our remarkably divided country, both sides will make passionate speeches about liberty and freedom. Both sides will make claims that they're defending the country evil, which is the other party. Both sides will get cheers for their stances and jeer at the other party for theirs. Both sides convinced the other side is the root of nearly every problem from dud firecrackers to eczema to their bike's flat tire. “What do I do about this?”, I asked a friend last week. “What is my responsibility to this turmoil? To this hate?” She lives and works in New York City and had her non-profit's funding eliminated. Her answer was simple. Go talk to people, she said. Simply try to be a nice person. Try to understand. Maybe we will see the humanity in the other person and, we hope, they'll see it in us. Another I spoke to this week said he believes in pendulum swings and right now the pendulum has swung far in one direction. And just like a pendulum, the momentum can only last so long before it stops and reverses course. We celebrate July 4th for the bold decisions that led to the world we live in today. But in 1776 as much as thirty percent of the population opposed independence. And as much as forty percent didn't care one way or the other. Again, all of this courtesy of my new best friend ChatGPT. So, in 1776, a minority of our nation, about forty five percent, made cataclysmic decisions that we live with today. There must have been very heated discussions. Massive assumptions about those they disagreed with. However, to be able to discuss the direction our country is going in, to have a role in it, however small, I think we can agree, is a privilege. So today, for me, I'm going to focus on my good fortune to live in a place where I have some small input into our nation's direction. Though I feel like honesty, civility, and character are out of fashion right now, I believe the pendulum will eventually swing back. And, perhaps, I can speed up it's return by having some sincere conversations with people I disagree with. Consider joining me, please. Let's do this together. I'm Cam Marston and I'm just tyring to Keep it Real.

It's July Fourth, and in this episode of Coffee with Your Retirement Coach, Nic and I kick things off with holiday cheer, backyard BBQs, and a few firework fails—yes, my pyrotechnic history makes a brief, reluctant appearance! But while the grills are hot and online sales are hotter, we shift focus to something far more important: how to protect yourself from online shopping scams. We break down the latest tactics scammers are using, especially around big holiday sales and through social media ads, phishing texts, and fake websites. More importantly, we share how you can still take advantage of the convenience and deals of online shopping—safely and confidently. Plus, we're giving away some special goodies and a free checklist to help you stay scam‑free this summer! Episode Timeline: [0:34] – Celebrating the Fourth: Fireworks, grilling, and family fun [2:15] – Marietta Square memories and small-town community charm [4:10] – Holiday deals and the draw of themed online shopping [5:45] – The rise of fake websites and too-good-to-be-true offers [7:30] – Why you should never click links in promotional emails [8:00] – Spotting phishing scams via text and how to respond [10:20] – The safest way to pay online: credit cards vs. debit cards [12:55] – Real-life scam story: credit card fraud caught in action [15:00] – How to use points and perks wisely on your credit cards [16:40] – Social media ad scams and how to avoid them [17:30] – Free one-sheet checklist offer to stay scam-safe   Links & Resources:

On today's special, extra-long July Fourth show, I tie in the lessons and ideals of the founding fathers to the time we are living in today. Weaving together the final thoughts on the budget reconciliation bill and judicial tyranny, I demonstrate how MAGA Inc. is subverting its own stated beliefs because it's easier to declare victory on false hope rather than actually fight for results. As I predicted, the Supreme Court ruling on universal injunctions did nothing to stop the judicial tyranny. I list six reasons why that ruling was subversive. Yet MAGA leaders continue to perpetuate the myth of judicial supremacism in the Constitution when it flies in the face of the entire principle we celebrate on July Fourth. We need to have a plan. MAGA Inc.'s plan is to grift on social media off fake victories. It is incumbent upon us to formulate a real plan — if not federally, at least in a few states.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the last two and a half centuries people in the US have used July 4 to make their stand against injustice, inequality, and oppression, and demand their rights. From an infamous speech by Frederick Douglass to women suffragists demanding the right to vote, civil rights protests, and a historic farm workers' march, today we look at moments of July 4 resistance.This is episode 55 of Stories of Resistance—a podcast co-produced by The Real News and Global Exchange. Independent investigative journalism, supported by Global Exchange's Human Rights in Action program. Each week, we'll bring you stories of resistance like this. Inspiration for dark times. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, like, share, comment, or leave a review. And please consider signing up for the Stories of Resistance podcast feed, either in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, or wherever you listen.Please consider supporting this podcast and Michael Fox's reporting on his Patreon account: patreon.com/mfox. There you can also see exclusive pictures, videos and interviews from these stories and follow Michael Fox's work. Written and produced by Michael Fox. ResourcesMost of these stories were taken from the Zinn Education Project. We highly recommend you check it out.People's History of Fourth of July: https://www.zinnedproject.org/materials/peoples-history-of-fourth-of-july/Frederick Douglass: “The Meaning of July Fourth for the Negro”: https://www.zinnedproject.org/materials/frederick-douglass-meaning-july-fourthDanny Glover Reads Frederick Douglass: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mb_sqh577Zw Suffragists Protest on Independence Day: https://msmagazine.com/2012/07/04/the-suffragists-protest-on-independence-day-1876-you-are-there/Susan B. Anthony, Declaration of the Rights of the Woman of the U.S. July 4, 1876: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeIJywsnBmASubscribe to Stories of Resistance podcast hereBecome a member and join the Stories of Resistance Supporters Club today!Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on BlueskyLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

Communities across Minnesota will be celebrating the Fourth of July with parades, picnics and fireworks displays. While most fireworks are Friday night, a few cities will get an early jump on the holiday with shows Thursday. That includes the Stars and Stripes Days fireworks in Pequot Lakes beginning at dusk. On the Iron Range, the Aurora Patriotic Days fireworks begin at 10 p.m. and the Thunder Over Eveleth fireworks are at 10:15 p.m. In the Twin Cities, Bloomington's annual Summer Fete is Friday evening.Minneapolis police are hoping to avoid a repeat of the mayhem that plagued the last three July Fourth holidays. While gun-related crime in Minneapolis has spiked around July 4 for the past five years, crime statistics overall are trending downward.Law enforcement is warning boaters it will be aggressively enforcing laws prohibiting impaired boating over the Independence Day weekend. The Department of Natural Resources is calling the campaign Operation Dry Water. It runs tomorrow through Monday. The White Earth Nation opened its second, off-reservation recreational cannabis dispensary Thursday, this time in St. Cloud.

If you have plans to a see a fireworks show this weekend, it's likely you'll see the work of RES Pyro. It's a pyrotechnics company out of Belle Plaine that puts on fireworks displays across Minnesota and also manufactures pyrotechnics for shows internationally. Joining Minnesota Now with an inside look at the fireworks industry is the president and CEO of RES Pyro, Will Wallus.

In Hour 2 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim St. Onge breaks down the latest developments on Capitol Hill as lawmakers debate a major bill following a narrow procedural vote. The hour includes a deep dive into immigration policy, asylum claims, and a judge blocking a key executive order. Anti-Semitism also takes center stage with discussion of Zohran Mamdani's controversial remarks and recent vandalism in New York City. As Fourth of July celebrations approach, Kim covers security concerns and Trump's planned appearance in Iowa. The hour wraps up with In Other News featuring the crew and Sue Thomas, where they discuss the St. Louis versus Kansas City barbecue rivalry, a bizarre pink foot statue in NYC, and a surprising study on napping and mortality.

Fox News correspondent Griff Jenkins joins Kim St. Onge on the Marc Cox Morning Show to discuss the latest developments in border security and immigration. Jenkins breaks down the upcoming border bill that includes funding for the wall, low illegal crossing numbers in June, and growing concerns about potential terrorist infiltration. The conversation also covers Florida's controversial “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility, legal battles over immigration policy, and the Supreme Court's ruling on nationwide injunctions. As Fourth of July celebrations approach, Jenkins previews Fox News' special coverage and addresses heightened security concerns around possible threats during holiday gatherings.

The Senate passed President Donald Trump's spending bill on Tuesday after Vice President JD Vance arrived to break a 50-50 tie. The bill is now headed back to the House where Republican Speaker Mike Johnson can only afford to lose three members and still pass the bill by a party line vote. To learn more about what this means for Republicans' big beautiful bill and the looming July Fourth deadline, we spoke with Nicholas Wu, a congressional reporter for Politico.And in headlines: President Trump tours "Alligator Alcatraz," Florida's new migrant detention center, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell says Trump's tariff wars pretty much stopped it from cutting interest rates, and the Trump-Musk feud is reignited.Show Notes:Check out Nicholas's work – www.politico.com/staff/nicholas-wuCall Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

In this powerful back-to-back episode, Tara and Lee tackle two seismic stories reshaping America's political landscape. First, they detail Donald Trump's unprecedented move forcing the University of Pennsylvania to reverse course on transgender athletes, restoring titles, records, and dignity to female swimmers like Riley Gaines—an extraordinary rollback in the culture wars never seen before. Then, they pivot to jaw-dropping revelations from whistleblower documents exposing the FBI's deliberate cover-up of Chinese election interference designed to help Joe Biden win in 2020. Tara lays out the evidence: destruction of critical records, felony-level perjury by FBI Director Christopher Wray, and a coordinated effort to censor Americans discussing election fraud. From record July Fourth travel chaos to corruption at the highest levels, this episode connects the dots between cultural battles and deep state deception—revealing how free speech and citizen scrutiny are finally shining a light on truths long suppressed.

Public safety measures are ramping up in Minneapolis ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Law enforcement leaders from the city of Minneapolis, Hennepin County and the state of Minnesota held a press conference Wednesday morning at Boom Island Park in Minneapolis to talk about additional safety measures that will be in place this weekend. MPR News reporter Matt Sepic attended the press conference joins Minnesota Now with details.

Huge reaction to the bombshell news that Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of brutally slaughtering four University of Idaho students, has agreed to plead guilty. Kohberger now avoids the death penalty and that's split the victim's families-- with half outraged he won't be going on trial. And now the little girl who fell off a Disney cruise ship, leading to her dad jumping in after her. A passenger has come forward saying a ship crew member told her the parents were playing shuffleboard when their daughter went overboard. Plus, President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" passed the Senate today. He got the news as he toured what's being called ‘Alligator Alcatraz'-- a migrant detention center right in the middle of the Florida Everglades surrounded by alligators. And get ready for gridlock! Triple A is predicting this will be the busiest July Fourth weekend ever when it comes to travel. Les Trent has what you need to know before hitting the road or taking to the air. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats have dropped 51 points in being proud Americans since 2001. Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) joins to discuss the long road Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has to pass as the Senate is taking an axe to critical issues in the bill. Glenn gives an important message for the July Fourth weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Left is constantly pointing out America's sins and downfalls, but where would your life be if America didn't exist? Ahead of the July Fourth weekend, Glenn highlights some of the good America has done in the last 200 years. Glenn goes through all the things that America created that you likely use in your everyday life. Democrats have dropped 51 points in being proud Americans since 2001. Glenn and Stu uncomfortably watch New York City Democrat mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani eat food with his hands. Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) joins to discuss the long road Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has to pass as the Senate is taking an axe to critical issues in the bill. Our Republic president and co-author of “Propaganda Wars” Justin Haskins joins to discuss the vital need for America to win the AI war against China. Glenn gives an important message for the July Fourth weekend. Economist and “The Greatest American” author Mark Skousen joins to give the story of Benjamin Franklin that you haven't heard.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A targeted ambush leaves two firefighters and the suspected shooter dead in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho – the latest in the ongoing investigation. Also, Trump's ‘Big, Beautiful Bill' passes a major Senate hurdle despite pushback from some Republicans. Plus, severe weather forecasts prompt widespread airport delays and cancellations ahead of July Fourth weekend. And, witnesses due in court today to decide who will testify in the upcoming trial of Bryan Kohberger. 

The U.S. Senate is nearing its self-imposed July Fourth deadline to vote on President Donald Trump's proposal of tax breaks and spending cuts. It's what he's calling the ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill Act.' Senators are on the floor in Washington and are expected to spend the entire day hearing amendments and voting. Democratic U.S. Sen. Tina Smith joined Minnesota Now from Washington to explain.

July Fourth is an action-packed day in the stars! Neptune turns retrograde in Aries for the first time in this cycle, bringing a clash of compassion and combat. Love planet Venus connects to chaotic Uranus in Taurus that day, too, then moves into fickle Gemini until July 30. Summer love could go sideways or get seriously spicy! On Wednesday, a quarter moon in Libra sounds the call for justice—right before a monumental Senate vote on Friday that has been hanging in the balance. We discuss it all, plus the Bezos wedding and other pop culture moments. Show notes:⁠Free Human Design Free Webinar with Erin Clare Jones⁠⁠Readings with The AstroTwins⁠⁠Detroit Bookfest

Republicans are trying to get President Donald Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts package passed by his July Fourth deadline. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.

President Trump hosts a press conference Friday to praise the Supreme Court's curb on birthright citizenship injunctions and answer questions on U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, the Senate's scramble to pass the Trump-backed 'Big, Beautiful Bill' before July Fourth and a White House-brokered peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. Laura Jarrett joins to break down the Supreme Court's decision and fact check the President's response. 

The release of the biggest portion of the Senate GOP's reconciliation bill triggered internal party clashes over the scope of Medicaid cuts and the size of the state and local tax deduction known as SALT, among other disputes. CQ Roll Call's Caitlin Reilly, Sandhya Raman and David Lerman outline the sticking points in the Senate Finance Commitee's draft text and what they mean for the effort to pass a reconciliation bill by the July Fourth recess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The release of the biggest portion of the Senate GOP's reconciliation bill triggered internal party clashes over the scope of Medicaid cuts and the size of the state and local tax deduction known as SALT, among other disputes. CQ Roll Call's Caitlin Reilly, Sandhya Raman and David Lerman outline the sticking points in the Senate Finance Commitee's draft text and what they mean for the effort to pass a reconciliation bill by the July Fourth recess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here are some songs from your life, "Backstreet Girl" by the Rolling Stones, "Joey" by Bob Dylan, "Road to Nowhere" by the Talking Heads, "Boy In The Bubble" by Paul Simon, "July Fourth, Asbury Park", better known as "Sandy" by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, "Wouldn't It Be Nice" by the Beach Boys. They all rely heavily on the accordion. "Wouldn't It Be Nice" is the biggest shock. Even if you know that song, it might never have occurred to you that Brian Wilson uses I'm pretty sure two accordions to make the primary propulsive musical fabric of that song. The last two decades of indie music ought to have normalized the accordion - Tom Waits, REM, Arcade Fire, The Decemberists... I could go on. It has also endured years of ridicule here in the United States, even while it remained beloved and esteemed in Argentina, Paris, and almost everywhere else in the world. Now, it's enjoying a renaissance here in the States. This hour, we celebrate that with accordion rock stars of all styles. You'll meet a man who is reclaiming the accordion, outfitting his latest version with MIDI controls, so it can mimic voice and other instruments, a woman who specializes in klezmer, and a man who plays his accordion in a trio alongside a guitar and tuba. You also meet other accordion rock stars, including James Fearnley from The Pogues. Just try to tell him that the squeezebox isn’t cool. GUESTS: Cory Pesaturo: Multiple award-winning accordion player from Rhode Island Christina Crowder: Accordion player who specializes in klezmer and other Eastern European styles, and is a member of the Accordion/Violin/Viola trio, Bivolita Will Holshouser: Accordion player and founder of the accordion/guitar/tuba trio, Musette Explosion James Fearnley: Accordion player for The Pogues and the author of the memoir, Here Comes Everybody, The Story of The Pogues. He’s also a composer, and a founding member of The Low And Sweet Orchestra Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode. Colin McEnroe and Chion Wolf contributed to this show, which originally aired on August 7, 2014.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Washington, Congress is hard at work trying to pass a “one big, beautiful bill” that brings together key parts of the Trump administration's agenda—covering energy, taxes, immigration, and more. There's hope it could deliver real benefits for Americans, including tax cuts, health care reform, and regulatory relief. Getting it across the finish line by the desired July Fourth deadline will be no easy task.Back home in Texas, we're seeing policies branded as “conservative” but are not. A massive, California-style spending bill just passed. What's conservative about that? During this session, Texans were promised real property tax relief and universal school choice, but lawmakers haven't delivered. There's still work to be done to keep Texas a bold beacon of pro-growth policy and prosperity, with Sine Die on June 2.Watch now and subscribe for weekly updates on how we can let people prosper.Visit: VanceGinn.comSubscribe: VanceGinn.Substack.comListen on: YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify

Click here to get a 25% discount on the Dwell Bible App. During today's conversation on Back Porch Theology we're having the biblical equivalent of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest that takes place on Coney Island every July Fourth. Because while we won't be trying to gobble 62 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes like world champion Joey Chestnut did last summer, we are going to attempt to digest some of the major doctrinal themes found in the book of Romans in one single podcast! Speaking of Christian doctrine, Martin Luther - widely known as one of the key leaders of the Protestant Reformation in the 1500s – was a dutiful priest who almost drove himself crazy trying to live a life holy enough to please God. He spent hours in prayer every day, he fasted for so long and so often that it caused severe intestinal problems, and he even practiced self-harm, thinking that the discomfort and pain that resulted from intentionally wounding himself was a necessary penance for his sin. It wasn't until he taught on the book of Romans that the Holy Spirit opened his eyes to divine grace – to the unmerited favor of Jesus Christ – and that's what dramatically changed his personal life and gave rise to the Protestant church. Luther described Romans as, “The gate to paradise” because it's what led him from practicing rote religion to experiencing a real relationship with our Creator Redeemer. We hope today's conversation opens the gate for some of you to walk into a much closer relationship with Jesus, too. So please grab your favorite beverage a snack and a Bible – if you have one – and come prop your feet up on the porch with us.