Stories from United States

The New York Mets have activated medical protocols for a Dominican slugger following forearm muscle pain. The player is scheduled for an MRI to rule out serious injury. He will continue to bat as a designated hitter to reduce physical strain on his arm during recovery.

A companion of Ghislaine Maxwell reportedly discovered a note in July 2019 after Jeffrey Epstein was found unconscious with a cloth around his neck. The information was reported by the New York Times. An iOS application for 'epsteinweb' has been released to provide access to web-based data regarding the case. A two-page timeline within the Epstein files references a note allegedly found by a former cellmate of Jeffrey Epstein. Federal prosecutors in New York who charged Epstein with sex trafficking minors stated they were previously unaware of the note's existence.

The Philadelphia Phillies have appointed the first father and son duo to hold leadership roles in MLB history. Preston Maringley has been named general manager, while his father, Don Maringley, will serve as interim manager.

A Pew Research Survey shows 61% of Americans disapprove of the president's handling of the conflict, while 37% approve. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand challenged Mike Johnson regarding public support for the war.

Kansas City Royals second baseman Jonathan India will miss the remainder of the season. The player requires surgery on his left shoulder labrum. India has played 17 games so far this season.

A teenage girl will remain at the Waterville Youth Correctional Facility until July 20th. The lawyer argued the teen had learned her lesson, but the judge noted this was her second breach of this manner. Blair Rhodes of CBC News reported the development. Judge Mark Harima ordered the detention after the girl admitted to breaching her conditions by associating with a person holding a criminal record. This marks the second time she has breached her conditions in this manner, according to the court. The girl's lawyer argued for her release without further jail time, claiming she has learned her lesson.

Bain Capital is reportedly planning to offload its majority stake in Tyger Capital, according to industry sources.

Law enforcement officers in Tarrant County raided a suspected chop shop located in Dallas County.

The US Senate approved a bipartisan resolution today to prevent senators and their staff from using prediction markets. The move follows discussions regarding financial transparency for lawmakers. Senator Bernie Moreno, a Republican from Ohio, presented a resolution to change the standing rules of the United States Senate. The move is intended to ensure constituents know that such monetization is prohibited. The source noted that administration employees should also be subject to these rules to prevent corruption and self-dealing. The decision was reported from Capitol Hill. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth suggested that the ceasefire in effect since early April has effectively halted the 60-day clock regarding certain war powers. The move follows concerns reported by NPR regarding the use of these platforms for potential insider trading.

President Prabowo Subianto is conducting a working visit to Washington DC.