Disneyland Reopens as Vaccination Milestone Joins Recovery
Disneyland reopened in Southern California with 25 percent capacity as the U S reaches 100 million fully vaccinated, boosting optimism alongside cruise lines eyeing a midsummer resumption. CDC reports mild vaccine reactions but no serious illness, while leaders forecast July reopenings across cities like New York.
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Biden seeks permanent child tax credit amid 2025 sunset
Biden aims to lock in a permanent child tax credit despite a 2025 expiration. The plan would offer $300 monthly for children under six and $250 for older kids, with critics citing a roughly $100 billion annual cost. Supporters say it could cut poverty and boost well being, but pay‑fors and political power dynamics loom.
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Noem sues over Mount Rushmore Fourth of July display
Sioux Falls reports Gov Kristi Noem filed suit against the Interior Department seeking to restart a Mount Rushmore National Monument fireworks show on July 4. The NPS denied the bid citing safety concerns and tribal objections after earlier Trump involvement. NASA extends Ingenuity Mars helicopter tests into May with new flights and rover scouting role.
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Stampede at Lag BaOmer gathering kills 45 in Israel
About 100000 people crowded Mount Meron for Lag BaOmer. a narrow passage and slippery stairs led to a deadly stampede. Zaka confirmed 45 dead and around 150 injured as efforts to identify victims continued. Netanyahu called it one of the worst disasters in Israel.
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Trial of Minn Officers to be broadcast
Derek Chauvin's murder trial marked Minnesota's first live televised criminal trial. The judge ordered live broadcasts for Chauvin and will apply to the August trials of Thomas Lane J Keung and Tou Thao, amid pandemic limits and global interest. Minnesota Public Radio noted initial concerns but the feed ran smoothly and witnesses testified off camera for juveniles, per Ellison.
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