US news roundup: 26 June to 2 July

US news roundup: 26 June – 2 July

This week: protecting federal data, surveying the cosmos and requiring financial returns from university programmes The post US news roundup: 26 June – 2 July appeared first on Research Professional News.

Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US

I was really looking forward to July 4, and not just because I love a poolside barbecue. This year the American holiday also marked a big symbolic deadline for US nuclear power. Last year the Trump administration set a goal to see three new microreactors achieve criticality, a technical milestone establishing that a reactor can

Morning Roundup: Fraud case exposes administrative weakness, US–Iran tensions reignite, and NATO summit begins

The RTL Today Radio news team brings you the latest headlines for 8 July.

Is July 3 a federal holiday? What is open and closed on Friday ahead of Fourth of July

As the United States gears up for its 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the preceding Friday, July 3, will be observed as a federal holiday. While most retail stores and postal services will operate normally, banks will be open with potential adjusted hours. The stock market, however, will be closed. State DMVs and city offices will see varied closures, so checking local schedules is advised.

Every New Movie & TV Series Coming to Free Streaming July 2026 – Tubi, Plex & Pluto TV Line-Ups

July has officially arrived and that means not only is it a month of celebration for Americans with the Fourth of July marking the 250th birthday of the country, but it is also a time for movie and television fans to celebrate new additions to streaming platforms for the new month. While premium streaming platforms []

DCC's Faith Ward on Social Media Drama and More Us Weekly Top Stories

Get a rundown of Us Weekly‘s top stories making headlines in celebrity news, sports and entertainment on June 25, 2026. Here are the key takeaways: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders breakout Faith Ward addressed being confronted by DCC director Kelli Finglass over unflattering teenage photos during season 3 of Netflix’s America’s Sweethearts. Ward told Us the []

Google's next Pixel event is on August 12

Google's next Pixel event will be August 12 at 6pm ET.

The free trade protesters finding hope in CUSMA limbo

July 1 is the deadline for the Canada-US-Mexico free trade agreement to be reviewed. Canada and Mexico want to see the agreement extended. The post The free trade protesters finding hope in CUSMA limbo appeared first on rabble.ca.

WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 BC: July 12

Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6 BC.

Trump’s Airshow Immediately Plunges Airport Into Chaos

Evan Vucci/File Photo/ReutersTravelers hoping to fly into Washington for the America250 celebrations may face serious delays thanks to Trump’s planned airshow and rehearsals.The Federal Aviation Administration has warned that delays of more than an hour could occur at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Thursday because of military air traffic over and near the National Mall.The warning, in effect between 10:45 a.m. and 2 p.m., is due to “air show” activity over Washington, with an average flight delay of 24 minutes expected. Other warnings are expected to be posted in the days leading up to the Fourth of July.Read more at The Daily Beast.

THURSDAY, July 2, 2026

THURSDAY, July 2, 2026

LIST: The stores, restaurants that are open for July 4 this year

Forgot the hot dogs and fireworks? Need a snack on the road?

Top Things to Do in Los Angeles This July by Time Out Los Angeles

Summer is in full swing, and July is shaping up to be one of the busiest months of the year. Whether you're looking for the best Fourth of July celebrations, can't-miss concerts, or new experiences around town, there's no shortage of things to do. Joining us with his top picks was Michael Juliano, National Things To Do Editor at Time Out Los Angeles. For even more ideas on what to do around Los Angeles, visit timeout.com/la. You can also follow Time Out LA on social media for the latest events and recommendations. This segment aired on KTLA's Off the Clock on June 30, 2026.

Shanghai - New York: to Become a Benchmark for China-U.S. Subnational Cooperation

SHANGHAI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 July 2026 - On June 30, 2026, New York time, the launch ceremony and New York Forum for OUR WATER Season 3 were successfully held at Bloomberg Headquarters in New York. This event, themed Rivers of Opportunities, focused on the shared certainties of ...

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4th of July 2026: Surprising Facts for America 250, Fireworks and Celebration Guide

America's 250th birthday arrives July 4, 2026, with record travel, a heat dome, and dueling America250/Freedom 250 celebrations. From a July 3 Times Square countdown to tall ships in New York and fireworks at the Lincoln Memorial, here's what's surprising, what's planned nationwide and how to stay safe amid heat and drought-related fireworks bans.

‘Flyover after flyover’: Washington gears up for ‘salute to America’ on Independence Day

Sky News Washington Correspondent Jonathan Kearsley discusses the schedule for the July 4 celebrations in Washington DC. “I’ve just had a look at the program; it’s going to be flyover after flyover after flyover,” Mr Kearsley told Sky News host James Morrow. “It is going to be a show of military might, a salute to America; it’s being branded before President Trump takes the stage in the mid-evening. “It is going to be an absolute cracker.”

Banks to remain closed on July 1

Central bank stated that July 1 will be observed as a Bank Holiday. The post Banks to remain closed on July 1 appeared first on BOL News.

News Quiz for July 4, 2026

News Quiz for July 4, 2026

July Culture Guide: 38 Things to Do in the DC Area

Happy July, DC! Fourth of July kicks off the month with concerts, museum exhibitions, and community festivals to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday. Also, the National Air and Space Museum unveils their gallery renovations, and tennis fans can watch Frances Tiafoe compete in Mubadala Citi DC Open. 10 Best Things to Do in DC [] The post July Culture Guide: 38 Things to Do in the DC Area first appeared on Washingtonian.

SNAPSHOT | Rafizi's aide claims Bersama fundraiser torpedoed; minister cites 402 drug cases in vape ban push

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Famous birthdays for July 2: Lindsay Lohan, Richard Petty

Famous birthdays for July 2: Lindsay Lohan, Richard Petty