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Jul 11, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Graham Plattner withdraws from Maine’s Senate race following rape allegations, while a UN report warns of severe aid cuts impacting women globally. Spain advances to the World Cup semifinals after beating Belgium, and crews drain the Lincoln Memorial’s reflecting pool amid renovation disputes. Additionally, PEN America’s president resigns over an article on boycotts, and a man is arrested in Britain for the death of former lawmaker Anne Whittacombe.

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Schwab ad and NPR News intro Graham Plattner withdraws from Maine Senate race UN report on aid cuts affecting women and girls Spain advances to World Cup semifinals Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool drained again PEN America president resigns over boycott article Arrest made in death of former UK lawmaker Mattress Firm ad
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