NPR News: 07-05-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
President Trump delivered his Independence Day address on the National Mall, praising the military and space exploration. Meanwhile, large crowds in Tehran began mourning Ayatollah Khamenei, who died in recent airstrikes. Researchers warn that dangerously humid heat days have doubled globally since the 1970s, posing public health risks. Other stories include Byzantine archaeological finds in Egypt, Joey Chestnut’s hot dog eating victory, and criticism of Egypt’s soccer coach for waving a Palestinian flag.
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Trump's Independence Day address on the National Mall
Mourning ceremonies for Ayatollah Khamenei in Tehran
Rising global days of dangerously humid heat
Byzantine-era archaeological finds in Egypt
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest results
Egypt soccer coach criticized for waving Palestinian flag
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