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Stories from June 28, 2025

Severe weather risk for Saturday night: threat for large hail, tornadoes and strong winds

Severe weather risk for Saturday night: threat for large hail, tornadoes and strong winds

Severe storms are expected Saturday night, bringing threats of hail, high winds, and tornadoes. While the severe risk diminishes Sunday, isolated strong storms remain possible as slightly drier air filters in.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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10 ways travel insiders deal with annoying flight delays

10 ways travel insiders deal with annoying flight delays

Clever advice on how to quickly rebook your flight, skip long lines and avoid flight issues in the future. One tip? Try queuing up for an agent in the airport lounge.
by Amelia Edelman

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Hundreds of thousands mourn top Iranian military commanders and scientists killed in Israeli strikes

Hundreds of thousands mourn top Iranian military commanders and scientists killed in Israeli strikes

Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the funeral of top Iranian commanders and scientists killed in a 12-day war with Israel. The caskets of Revolutionary Guard chief Gen. Hossein Salami and missile program head Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh were paraded Saturday through the city.
by The Associated Press

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At least 60 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza as ceasefire prospects inch closer

At least 60 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza as ceasefire prospects inch closer

Palestinian health workers say Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 60 people in Gaza. Strikes on Friday and Saturday hit areas sheltering displaced people, with dozens of bodies taken to Gaza hospitals.
by The Associated Press

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Heat index soars for Saturday; threat of severe storms

Heat index soars for Saturday; threat of severe storms

Another weekend of heat and humidity is on the way as temperatures and dew points rise with a warm front lifting north. The steamy setup could fuel strong to severe thunderstorms, with another round of severe weather possible.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Defense Department will stop providing crucial satellite weather data

Defense Department will stop providing crucial satellite weather data

Hurricane forecasters rely on weather data collected and processed by Department of Defense satellites. That data will no longer be available as of Monday, June 30.
by Rebecca Hersher

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In an about-face, Germany plans to build Europe's biggest military

In an about-face, Germany plans to build Europe's biggest military

A new Trump presidency and the Ukraine war have pushed Germany to change its constitution to spend more on its military. "Building up our military is our top priority," said Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
by Rob Schmitz

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At their funeral, Hortmans remembered for humility, humanity in a harsh political world

At their funeral, Hortmans remembered for humility, humanity in a harsh political world

Hundreds of mourners, including former President Joe Biden, honored Melissa and Mark Hortman Saturday at the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis. Gov. Tim Walz said Melissa Hortman would be remembered as “the most consequential speaker in Minnesota history.”
by Dana Ferguson, Clay Masters, Peter Cox and Catharine Richert

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General Mills reports lower sales and profit this quarter

General Mills reports lower sales and profit this quarter

The maker of well-known products like Lucky Charms, Cheerios and Bisquick reported lower sales and profit in its fiscal fourth quarter and for its fiscal year.
by Chris Farrell

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