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Grading the top eight draft picks in NBA Summer League

NBA Summer League is in its second week and the top picks from the 2025 draft have mostly had a chance to show off their skills. Here are grades for the Summer League efforts of the top eight picks in Las Vegas so far.

Kyle Kirkwood proud of progression as he blossoms into IndyCar title contender

If it wasn't for Alex Palou having the most dominant IndyCar campaign since A.J. Foyt in 1964, Kyle Kirkwood would be in the midst of a dogfight for the 2025 IndyCar championship. 

Najee Harris news could change Chargers' backfield plans

The Los Angeles Chargers planned to use a one-two punch at running back this season, but that may have to wait. 

Mets, Yankees interested in reuniting with former All-Star reliever

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Caitlin Clark's WNBA All-Star weekend decision should be clear after injury update

Fans probably couldn't wait to watch Caitlin Clark at WNBA All-Star weekend, but may have to wait until next year.

Putting the X-59 to the Test

Researchers from NASA and the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) recently tested a scale model of the X-59 experimental aircraft in a supersonic wind tunnel located in Chofu, Japan, to assess the noise audible underneath the aircraft. The test was a

10 Years Ago: NASA’s New Horizons Captures Pluto’s Heart

This is the most accurate natural color image of Pluto taken by NASA's New Horizons spacecraft in 2015.

Hubble Observations Give “Missing” Globular Cluster Time to Shine

This NASA Hubble Space Telescope image features a dense and dazzling array of blazing stars that form globular cluster ESO 591-12.

Aurora Australis

The aurora australis arcs above a partly cloudy Indian Ocean in this photograph from the International Space Station as it orbited 269 miles above in between Australia and Antarctica on June 12, 2025.

Barack, Michelle Obama address divorce rumors on “IMO” podcast

Barack Obama joked that they were «touch and go» while appearing on his wife's podcast

Yes, Stevie Wonder is blind

Stevie Wonder told the crowd at his UK show last week that he's blind, confirming what we already know

Grossout metal act GWAR supports NPR, PBS amid Trump threats

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Epstein, Maxwell prosecutor Maurene Comey fired

Maurene Comey was terminated from her position as a federal prosecutor in Manhattan, per reports

The MAGA war on PBS was never about money

The latest GOP push to defund public media won't save much cash. But it will disadvantage poor and rural kids

Cosmic images from the world's largest digital camera are so big they require a 'data butler'

The amount of data generated by the Rubin Observatory is going to blow all previous cosmic datasets out of the water, but handling that much information poses a severe challenge.

Trump teases ‘major statement’ on Russia

The US president has reiterated that he is “disappointed” with Moscow when it comes to the settlement of the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

EU ‘has no money except for war’ – Hungarian official

Brussels is reportedly considering sending an additional €100 billion to Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

Trump’s African outreach is a facade – Liberian activist

Emmanuel Gonquoi has delivered a sharp critique of Donald Trump’s recent remarks to African leaders Read Full Article at RT.com

Merz pressuring Trump for more Patriot missiles for Kiev

Germany is ready to buy US-made air defense systems for Ukraine, Chancellor Merz has claimed Read Full Article at RT.com

NATO countries will pay full price for American weapons – Trump

The US president has indicated that some American weaponry could be bought by European countries and sent to Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

Trump threatens Brazil with 50% tariffs over ‘witch-hunt’ trial

President Lula da Silva has pushed back, vowing reciprocal action and defending the country’s court system Read Full Article at RT.com

Ruble hits two-year high against dollar

The Russian currency has also surged against the euro, boosted by government policy support Read Full Article at RT.com

Stars trade veteran defenseman, second-round pick to Penguins

Both teams have since announced the trade, which doesn’t include any salary retention.

Chargers RB Najee Harris injured in fireworks incident

The running back’s agent, Doug Hendrickson, released a statement assuring that his client only suffered superficial injuries and will be good to go for the 2025 campaign.

Jalen Williams deal locks up Thunder's young core

It is 10 days into July, and the Thunder have their core of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams locked up for the rest of this decade.

Scientists discover that mysterious giant structures beneath the North Sea seemingly defy what we know about geology

Giant mounds of sand discovered beneath the North Sea off Norway may scramble what we know about a key geological process.

1,600-year-old tomb of Maya city's first ruler unearthed in Belize

Archaeologists have discovered the tomb of the Maya king who founded the city of Caracol in what is now Belize.

EPA chief clashes with MAGA over weather conspiracies

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin might be stripping away billions of dollars in grants, but at least he’s delivering hard-hitting information on beloved MAGA conspiracies.  After posting a video on X Thursday in which Zeldin an

The Recap: Pete Hegseth gets shredded, and transportation secretary pulls double duty

A daily roundup of the best stories and cartoons by Daily Kos staff and contributors to keep you in the know. Watch Trump being creepy—and dumb—again There are many things you can call Trump—”appropriate” or a “feminist” is not one of them. T

Army faces heat from families of those killed in Potomac collision

The U.S. Army is facing increasing backlash from families of the 67 people killed in January’s catastrophic midair collision over the Potomac River, with relatives accusing military officials of evasion, stonewalling, and refusing to take responsibility. I

Cartoon: Fanning the flames

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Federal judge outwits Supreme Court on birthright citizenship—for now

Cue Jeff Goldblum in “Jurassic Park”: The lower courts … find a way. U.S. Federal District Judge Joseph Laplante just did what the Supreme Court conservatives told him to do—and they’re likely furious.  In Barbara v. Trump, one of the cases c

Fernando Tatis hits HR to put Padres on board vs. Diamondbacks

Fernando Tatis hit a HR that put the San Diego Padres on board against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Yankees Turn No-Hitter Into Extra Innings Walk-Off Victory

Aaron Judge’s walk-off sacrifice fly in the 10th inning capped the Yankees' 6-5 comeback win over Seattle after Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo took a no-hitter into the eighth.

Mariners vs. Yankees Highlights | MLB on FOX

Check out the best moments between the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees.

Nationals vs. Cardinals Highlights | MLB on FOX

Check out the best moments between the Washington Nationals and St. Louis Cardinals.

Rays vs. Red Sox Highlights | MLB on FOX

Check out the best moments between the Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox.

JR’s Tree of 10,000 Hands Takes Root in a Former Montpellier Church

Known for his large-scale participatory art projects, JR has embarked on a new project that breathes life into a historic venue. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as litt

Wood and Ceramic ‘Guardian’ Assemblages by Expanded Eye Emphasize Earthy Materials

Through large-scale installations and framed tile pieces, the artists explore the possibilities of texture, pattern, and color. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as littl

Tenderly Crocheted Sculptures by Caitlin McCormack Contend with Existential Dread

The Philadelphia-based artist channels a nostalgic medium to peer more closely at what we ignore in the present. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per mon
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