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Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian refineries have caused a summer fuel crisis in Russia, prompting Moscow to seek fuel imports. Scorching heat waves across the Northern Hemisphere have pushed European hospitals to prepare for more extreme weather while ocean temperatures hit record June highs. A democratic socialist challenger ousted a 15-term incumbent in Colorado's primary, signaling continued momentum for progressive outsiders. The U.S. Supreme Court ended a momentous term expanding presidential power while also delivering losses to Trump. Venezuela's devastating earthquakes have killed nearly 2,000 people and created a deepening humanitarian crisis.

Ukrainian drone strikes trigger Russian fuel crisis

Ukrainian drone strikes trigger Russian fuel crisisUkraine has intensified drone attacks on Russian oil refineries and supply routes, leading to severe gasoline shortages across Russia. Moscow has been forced to turn to fuel imports for the first time in years, underscoring the effectiveness of Ukraine's strategy. The strikes coincide with continued Russian attacks on Ukrainian territory, keeping both nations locked in an energy-focused escalation. The situation threatens to worsen as summer driving demand peaks in Russia.

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Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis (AP News)
Russian attacks kill three in Ukraine as Kyiv hits another oil refinery (Al Jazeera)
Russia moves to import fuel, showing the depth of its gasoline crisis (CBC)
Ukraine keeps striking Russian refineries and supply routes. How close is the country to an energy crisis? (CBC)
Ukraine launches drone offensive in Crimea and inside Russia, where fuel shortages are taking a toll (CBC)

Extreme heat grips Northern Hemisphere, oceans set June records

Extreme heat grips Northern Hemisphere, oceans set June recordsA massive heat wave is sweeping across the Northern Hemisphere, with temperatures putting millions at risk in the United States and Europe. European hospitals are applying lessons from previous heat waves to prepare for more extreme weather ahead. Scientists report that the world's oceans experienced their hottest June on record, raising concerns about accelerating climate impacts. The heat wave is now spreading eastward across the U.S., expanding the danger zone.

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Hospitals in Europe are gearing up for the next heat wave armed with lessons from this one (AP News)
World’s oceans experience hottest June ever, scientists say more heat ahead (Al Jazeera)
Heat Wave Spreads East, Putting Millions More in U.S. at Risk (NYT)

Democratic socialist upends Colorado primary, unseats veteran incumbent

Democratic socialist upends Colorado primary, unseats veteran incumbentDemocratic socialist candidate Kiros has defeated a 15-term incumbent in Colorado's primary election, marking another victory for progressive outsiders challenging established politicians. The upset has sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party and signals that voters are demanding more aggressive progressive policies. Analysts point to this as part of a broader trend of anti-establishment sentiment within the party's primaries.

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Democratic socialist Kiros defeats longtime incumbent in Colorado primary (Al Jazeera)
Democratic Socialist Ousts 15-Term Congresswoman in Colorado (NYT)
Democratic Outsiders Keep Rolling: 5 Takeaways From Colorado’s Primaries (NYT)

Supreme Court term expands presidential power, deals mixed rulings for Trump

Supreme Court term expands presidential power, deals mixed rulings for TrumpThe U.S. Supreme Court concluded a landmark term that significantly expanded the power of the presidency while also handing Trump several notable legal defeats. Conservative justices secured enduring victories on key issues, reshaping the legal landscape for years to come. The term's rulings have far-reaching implications for executive authority and the balance of power in Washington.

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US Supreme Court has dealt heavy defeats to Trump, while expanding his power (BBC)
The HeadlinesAudioThe Supreme Court’s Momentous Term, How Trump Has Made at Least $2.2 Billion in Office, and More10min listen (NYT)
Despite Some Losses for Trump, Supreme Court Delivers Enduring Conservative Wins (NYT)

Venezuela earthquakes kill nearly 2,000, humanitarian crisis deepens

Venezuela earthquakes kill nearly 2,000, humanitarian crisis deepensA series of powerful earthquakes in Venezuela has killed at least 1,943 people, with search and rescue operations still underway. Many Venezuelans deported from the U.S. were killed hours after arriving home, adding a tragic dimension to the disaster. Survivors and relatives are directing anger at the government over its response, testing the U.S.-backed administration. International attention is turning to the growing humanitarian needs in the affected regions.

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Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as attention turns to humanitarian crisis (AP News)
Venezuelans deported from the U.S. were killed hours later in powerful quakes (NPR)
As Venezuelans struggle to find earthquake survivors, many blame the government (NPR)
Venezuela's deadly quakes put its U.S.-backed government to the test (NPR)
Venezuela quake death toll rises to 1,943 (China Daily)