Program note: Hot off the Wire will return on Wednesday, July 9, after a short holiday break.

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• Truckers work on English skills as US proficiency policy takes effect.
• A Revolutionary War-era boat is being painstakingly rebuilt after centuries buried beneath Manhattan.
• 'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts.
• These Canadian rocks may be the oldest on Earth.
• London's secret wartime tunnels are set to draw tourists with a spy museum and underground bar.
• Commuter traffic stops for whales on Australia's humpback highway.
• Flutes for Fido Volunteers play music to soothe shelter animals.
• Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear.
• Supreme Court says Maryland parents can pull their kids from public school lessons using LGBTQ books.
• Iran says level of damage to nuclear sites caused by US strike is 'high.'
• Trump says Iran must open itself to inspection to verify it doesn't restart its nuclear program.
• MAGA leaders warned bombing Iran would backfire on Trump. So far, his voters are cheering the move.
• Bipartisan bill aims to block Chinese AI from federal agencies.
• Key inflation gauge rose last month while Americans cut back on spending.
• Unemployment among young college graduates outpaces overall US joblessness rate.
• A wedding for the ages Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's Venice extravaganza.
• Who is Zohran Mamdani State lawmaker seeks to become NYC's first Muslim and Indian American mayor.
• Windows' infamous 'blue screen of death' will soon turn black.
• Wimbledon 2025 Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz give tennis two young superstars.
• 6 Americans detained in South Korea for trying to send rice and Bibles to North Korea by sea.
• A Supreme Court ruling allows religious objections to LGBTQ schoolbooks, and a new class of priests bucks a trend of decline.
• Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ lawyer mocks sex trafficking case in closing, says charges 'badly exaggerated.'
• How Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial has played out.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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• On today's episode: President Donald Trump says the U.S. has signed a deal with China on trade; Iran says negotiations with the U.S. have been complicated due to the airstrikes; Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza; South Korea detains Americans for trying to send rice and Bibles to North Korea by sea; and the editor of "Vogue" is stepping down and changing roles.
• Senators diverge sharply on damage done by Iran strikes after classified briefing.
• Hegseth responds to an early intelligence briefing on Iran strike.
• Iran’s supreme leader warns against further American attacks in his first statement since ceasefire.
• Prosecutors tell judge government plans to deport Abrego Garcia to a country that's not El Salvador.
• Kennedy's vaccine committee endorses preservative-free fall flu shots.
• States can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, the Supreme Court rules.
• Bill Moyers, the former White House press secretary turned acclaimed TV journalist, dead at 91.
• Prosecutor casts Sean 'Diddy' Combs as a criminal who abused others through power, violence and fear.
• Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman to lie in state as suspect faces court date.
• US stocks rise to the brink of a record and recover nearly all their 20% springtime drop.
• Duncan Hines parent Conagra Brands says it will phase out artificial colors.
• Kroger plans to close 60 US stores in 18 months to improve profits.
• Average long-term US mortgage rate drops to 6.77%, the lowest level since early May.
• US economy shrank 0.5% between January and March, worse than 2 earlier estimates had revealed.
• A former baseball All-Star is found guilty of sexually abusing a minor, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are named MLB All-Star starters, the NFL suspends a veteran kicker after sexual misconduct accusations, a pair of All-Americans are drafted early in round two of the NBA Draft and a shared course record at the Rocket Classic.
• Buildings damaged as wildfire prompts evacuations near Athens.
• North Korea will open its biggest tourist site next week, though it's not yet welcoming foreigners.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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• On today's episode: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned against any further U.S. attacks on Iran while President Donald Trump says there will be talks between the two nations next week; European Union leaders are meeting to discuss global and regional issues; Kroger is closing dozens of stores; Myanmar is cracking down on illegal drugs; private astronauts have arrived at the International Space Station; Mississippi executed a prisoner; and a meeting with the CDC alarmed pediatricians.
• President Donald Trump is insisting that U.S. strikes on Iran delivered a crushing blow to the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.
• Trump defends US strikes on Iran as intel assessment stirs debate.
• Trump affirms his commitment to NATO's Article 5 pledge for mutual defense.
• Trump meets with Zelenskyy and says higher NATO defense spending may deter future Russian aggression.
• Trump gets 'golden share' power in US Steel buyout. US agencies will get it under future presidents.
• Federal judge orders US Labor Department to keep Job Corps running during lawsuit.
• Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in jail while attorneys debate whether he’ll be deported if released.
• Iranian-backed hackers go to work after US strikes.
• Fed's Powell repeats warning about tariffs as some GOP senators accuse him of bias.
• US Rep. LaMonica McIver pleads not guilty to assault charges stemming from immigration center visit.
• Japanese court convicts a US Marine in sexual assault, sentencing him to 7 years in prison.
• Closing arguments are scheduled to start Thursday in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial.
• US stocks hang near their record as Wall Street takes a breath following two big days.
• Cooper Flagg is the new Maine man for the Mavericks as the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, a draft night trade sends a seven-footer to Phoenix, a two-time WNBA champion is released, a two-time Cy Young winner flirts with a no-hitter, the West champs ship off a veteran in hockey and a proposed 84-game NHL season is discussed.
• Iran says over 120 homes destroyed, 500 damaged in war with Israel.
• Drone debris found in Ukraine indicates Russia is using new technology from Iran.
• Zelenskyy will sign off on special tribunal to prosecute Russian leaders over Ukraine.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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• On today's episode: Andrew Cuomo concedes to Zohran Mamdani in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary; the ceasefire between Iran and Israel appears to be holding; a private flight as arrived at the International Space Station; and new concerns over global vaccination rates.
• Federal judge orders Trump administration to release EV charger funding in 14 states.
• Powell says Fed rate cut is on hold even as Trump demands cuts.
• Early US intelligence report suggests US strikes only set back Iran’s nuclear program by months.
• Trump administration postpones classified briefings for lawmakers on Iran.
• Trump says whether he'll commit to NATO mutual defense guarantee 'depends on your definition.'
• President Donald Trump has a sleepover this week in the Netherlands that is, quite literally, fit for a king.
• UK says it will buy F-35 jets capable of carrying nuclear bombs.
• Carrier strike group embarks on a scheduled deployment amid Middle East tensions.
• Sean 'Diddy' Combs confirms he won't testify and compliments the trial judge for an 'excellent job.'
• NTSB Chair says systemic failures led to door plug flying off Boeing 737 Max plane midflight.
• Temperature in New York City reaches 100 degrees as eastern US swelters under extreme heat wave.
• Cargo ship carrying new vehicles to Mexico sinks in the North Pacific weeks after catching fire.
• Florida executes a man convicted of raping and killing a woman outside of a bar.
• Texas will put warning labels on some foods, but its additives list has inaccuracies.
• What to know about Alligator Alcatraz, Florida's immigration detention site in the Everglades.
• New York City closes arrival center for migrants in once grand Manhattan hotel.
• Man charged with supplying chemicals to Palm Springs fertility clinic bomber dies in custody.
• US stocks approach their all-time high as oil prices tumble.
• Americans' view of the economy slides in June, wiping out gains from previous month.
• A three-time All-NBA guard has a new deal in Dallas, fellow basketball stars Kristaps Porzingis and CJ McCollum are on the move, the sale of an NBA team is approved, a four-time NFL MVP says 2025 is likely his last season and an eight-member Class of 2025 in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
• 7 Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza as Iran-Israel ceasefire holds.
• Porto celebrates the summer and a beloved saint with plastic hammers, sardines and leeks.
• Japan conducts first missile test on its own territory as part of military buildup to deter China.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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• On today's episode: NATO leaders are heading to the Netherlands for a summit; Israel says Iran violated a truce; the final body has been found in Lake Tahoe after a boat capsized; and New York is planning a new nuclear power plant.
• Trump says Iran and Israel to have a phased-in ceasefire over 24 hours.
• The Republican attempt to discourage Trump lawsuits has hit a big obstacle.
• Iran responds to US attacks.
• Supreme Court allows Trump to restart swift deportation of migrants away from their home countries.
• President Trump floats regime change in Iran.
• The number of abortions kept rising in 2024 because of telehealth prescriptions, report finds.
• Health insurers promise to improve coverage reviews that prompt delays and complaints.
• Jury sees more sex videos as prosecutors wind down case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
• Early-season heat dome brings highest temperatures in years to parts of Eastern US.
• A Michigan church shooting Sunday that left the gunman dead and one person wounded.
• Early-season heat dome brings highest temperatures in years to parts of Eastern US.
• Florida condo owners will get financial relief under a new law.
• Man gets stuck in chimney while trying to get his dog out of a locked building.
• Stocks rally and oil tumbles as Wall Street hopes for a limited retaliation after US strikes on Iran.
• Federal Reserve's Bowman says rate cut should be on table in July.
• Elly De La Cruz’s near cycle helps Reds down Yankees, prosecutors request five-year sentence for embattled Rays shortstop, torn Achilles confirmed for Pacers guard in NBA Finals finale, NFL owner buys stake in Premier League side and an offseason NHL trade.
• Dominican prosecutors in Wander Franco trial seek 5-year prison sentence.
• Israeli strike hits tents sheltering displaced Palestinian families in Muwasi, Gaza.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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• On today's episode: The latest news out of the Middle East following the US bombing of nuclear sites in Iran; there was a shooting at a Michigan church; Giants pitcher Sean Hjelle accused of abuse by his wife; and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals.
• Here's how Iran could retaliate after US strikes on its nuclear program.
• GOP's food stamp plan is found to violate Senate rules. It's the latest setback for Trump's big bill.
• Mahmoud Khalil vows to continue protesting Israel's war in Gaza after coming back home.
• Verdict against a pardoned Capitol rioter is only a partial victory for a police officer's widow.
• Federal judge blocks Trump effort to keep Harvard from hosting foreign students.
• Supreme Court revives lawsuits against Palestinian authorities from US victims of terrorism attacks.
• Police Suspect shot and killed by a security guard after a shooting at a church in Michigan.
• Eastern half of U.S. braces for more long days of dangerous heat.
• 15 sets of twins are graduating from one New York high school.
• US stocks drift to a mixed finish as Wall Street closes another week of modest losses.
• Layoff notices delivered to hundreds of Voice of America employees.
• Purdue Pharma's $7B opioid settlement is set for votes from victims and cities.
• Billions of login credentials have been leaked online, Cybernews researchers say.
• The Thunder prevail in winner-take-all Game 7 of NBA Finals, Tyrese Haliburton suffers a reported Achilles injury, Kevin Durant is headed to Texas, Shohei Ohtani shines and LSU claims another title in baseball, a three-shot rally at the Travelers plus a third-time women’s major winner in golf and the U.S. wins Gold Cup Group D.
• Wisconsin, NIL collective sue Miami, allege tampering and NIL inducements to land football player.
• Cubs legend Sammy Sosa returns to Wrigley Field after 20-plus-year hiatus.
• Russian attacks on Ukraine kill at least 9 and injure over a dozen.
• President Lee picks South Korea’s first civilian defense chief in 64 years.
• Suicide bomber kills at least 20 in Greek Orthodox church in Syria during Divine Liturgy.
• 8 killed, 13 injured after hot-air balloon catches fire and falls in Brazil.
• Searchers recover 2nd body after rockfall near Canada's Banff National Park hiking trail.
• Fearful of Iranian missiles, many sleep in Israel's underground train stations.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• Smaller amusement parks hope for a strong summer under the shadow of tariffs
• Toy company challenges Trump’s tariffs before the Supreme Court in long shot bid for quick decision
• What to know about the COVID variant that may cause 'razor blade' sore throats
• Americans want Medicaid and food stamps funding maintained or increased, AP-NORC poll shows
• Could you eat this much ice cream after walking 1,100 miles Some Appalachian Trail hikers try
• AP lifestyles reporter explains the origins, benefits of chair yoga and its surge in popularity
• Long Island's last duck farm rebuilds after a flu outbreak forced the culling of its entire flock
• Rebuilding one of the nation's oldest Black churches to begin at Juneteenth ceremony
• Aflac finds suspicious activity on US network that may impact Social Security numbers, other data
• Denmark tests unmanned robotic sailboat fleet with tensions high in the region
• Food rations are halved in one of Africa's largest refugee camps after US aid cuts
• On this week's AP Religion Roundup, Charleston church massacre survivors commemorate 10 years since the shooting, and reconstruction begins on a black church as old as the United States.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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• On today's episode: British lawmakers have begun debating whether to back a bill to help terminally ill adults end their lives in England and Wales; authorities in southern Mexico were still assessing damage and watching rising rivers as rain from the remnants of Hurricane Erick doused the region; Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to a charge related to the serious beating of a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023; Suga, a rapper and songwriter in the global K-pop sensation BTS, has been discharged from South Korea’s mandatory military service, marking the official return of all seven members from their enlistment duties; and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will impose new tariffs on U.S. steel and aluminum imports on July 21 depending the progress of trade talks with U.S. President Donald Trump.
• Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for a third time, without clear legal basis.
• ICE agents asked to leave Dodger Stadium parking lot, team says.
• Trump has no timeline for a decision on Iran.
• Heat dome will blanket much of the US, with worrisome temperatures in Midwest.
• Juneteenth celebrations across the US commemorate the end of slavery.
• Hackers say they wiped out $90 million from Iran cryptocurrency exchange.
• Indiana routs Oklahoma City to force the NBA Finals’ first Game 7 since 2016, a major league pitcher is stretchered off the field, the world’s No. 1 and No. 73 golfers share the Travelers lead and multiple speeding tickets for a controversial young NFL QB.
• NFL widows struggled to care for ex-players with CTE. They say a new study minimizes their pain.
• Scheffler hits a perfect shot and plenty of great ones for a 62 to share lead at Travelers.
• Spain rejects NATO’s anticipated defense spending increase as 'unreasonable.'
• Europeans see a window for diplomacy as they meet Iran's top diplomat.
• Iranian missiles hit a hospital and wound over 200. Israel threatens Iran's top leader.
• Russia's economy minister says the country is on 'the brink of recession.'

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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