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Jul 8, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over following U.S. strikes on military installations, while Maine Senate candidate Graham Plattner faces pressure amid new sexual assault allegations. A study reveals significant premium hikes for Affordable Care Act plans next year due to reduced subsidies. The Trump administration also scrapped plans to feature Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. Additionally, young Maryland crabbers are adapting to declining blue crab populations through social media marketing.

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Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over after US strikes Maine Senate candidate faces pressure amid assault allegations ACA health insurance premiums set to rise significantly Trump administration scraps plan for Harriet Tubman on $20 bill Young crabbers adapt to declining Chesapeake Bay populations Wall Street Dow Futures down 492 points NPR Tiny Desk contest tour announcement
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