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Donald Trump stated on Air Force One that he had not made a final determination regarding Greenland while noting it depends on making a very good deal there and on developments with Iran. The U.S. has reduced its military presence in Germany and Poland. Denmark's prime minister stated that Greenland is not for sale and that Denmark is prepared to defend every inch of NATO territory.

The St. Louis Cardinals have signed rookie second baseman JJ Wetherholt to an eight-year contract extension. Verified details confirm the signing and length of the deal, while the reported value of $112.5 million remains unverified. The agreement provides the team with long-term control over the player ahead of arbitration eligibility.

The National Capital Planning Commission approved preliminary site and building plans for a 250-foot arch at the Virginia-end traffic circle of Memorial Bridge on Thursday while deferring a final decision on height compliance. The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts had approved the design in May, and a final NCPC vote is possible in September. Dozens of people registered to testify during the review process.

Egypt lost to Argentina in a World Cup match, prompting Egyptian complaints of biased officiating and a pundit's claim blaming Israel. Pierluigi Collina defended the referee's decisions. Reports from two sources document the controversy without detailing specific disputed calls.

The US Climate Prediction Center reported an 81 percent chance that the current El Niño will rank among the strongest on record when it peaks between October and December, with sea surface temperatures 1.2°C above average in the Niño 3.4 region. The agency also assessed a 97 percent probability that the event will continue through early spring 2027. Typical regional effects include drier conditions in Australia, wetter winters in East Africa and the southern United States, and higher global temperatures.

The Houston Texans conducted a workout with cornerback Terrion Arnold, who faces robbery and kidnapping charges according to court records referenced by multiple outlets. USA Today and New York Post both confirm the workout and the existence of charges. Additional details regarding the number of counts, other team interest, and pretrial proceedings appear only in New York Post reporting and remain unverified.

France has reached the semifinals of the World Cup according to reports from Times of India and USA Today. Multiple additional details about the quarterfinal match, including opponents, scoreline, goal scorers, venue, and historical context, remain unverified across available sources.

Harry Kane, captain of England and Bayern Munich player, confirmed in a press conference that he played golf with Donald Trump in Palm Beach, Florida, approximately 18 months before July 2026. Kane described the experience as surreal, rated Trump's golf skills as pretty good, and expressed gratitude. Trump later posted on Truth Social praising Kane as a great player following England's 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico.

USA Today and Yahoo report that McDonald's, Wendy's, and additional chains are offering free fries or related deals on National French Fry Day. The two sources, both rated left-center by Media Bias Fact Check, provide the sole factual basis for all verified claims. Coverage of the event's origins, redemption mechanics, and supply-chain effects remains absent from the reporting.

ABC Australia reports a France-Morocco quarterfinal in Boston featuring lineup changes and prior results, yet the account incorporates 2022 semifinal facts alongside impossible 2026 outcomes. Historical elements such as Morocco's 2022 semifinal appearance and France's 2-0 win are corroborated by the source, while current match details conflict with established tournament timelines. Coverage from two left-center sources limits perspective diversity.

Public health reports confirm nearly 2,000 cyclosporiasis infections in the United States this year, with Michigan reporting 1,562 cases and 44 hospitalizations as of July 10. The parasite cyclospora, transmitted through contaminated fresh produce, does not spread person to person. Prior outbreaks have been linked to items including bagged salads, basil, cilantro, peas, and berries.

Randolph Mantooth, who portrayed paramedic Johnny Gage on the 1970s series Emergency!, died at age 80 according to reports from USA Today and Variety. Both outlets confirm the same biographical details with no numerical discrepancies. Interpretations of the cultural significance of his work vary across political perspectives.

Graham Platner, previously a candidate for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine, has officially withdrawn from the race and is no longer on the ballot. Reports from USA Today and NBC News confirm the withdrawal and ballot removal. The development narrows the candidate field in the contest.

England defeated Mexico 3-2 in a World Cup round-of-16 match on Sunday, with defender Jarell Quansah sent off in the second half for a tackle on Jesus Gallardo. FIFA's disciplinary committee issued Quansah a two-match ban for serious foul play, causing him to miss the quarterfinal against Norway. The same committee suspended a separate one-game penalty for Folarin Balogun after reported contact between Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

Scottie Scheffler missed the cut at the Scottish Open with an even-par 36-hole total, ending a streak of 78 consecutive cuts made that dated back 1,428 days to the 2022 FedEx St. Jude Championship. The result occurred at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick, where Scheffler posted a second-round 72 and finished two shots above the projected cut line of two under par. Scheffler is the defending champion at the British Open the following week at Royal Birkdale.

Eight men aged 19 to 32 were indicted July 9 in Columbus, Ohio, on charges of conspiracy to commit murder and provide material support to terrorists for an alleged plan to attack a June 14 UFC event on the White House South Lawn using armed drones and snipers. Law enforcement disrupted the plot before the event, which occurred without incident. Reporting on the case relies exclusively on two left-center sources.

President Trump arrived in Ankara, Turkey, and later the United Kingdom on July 7, 2026, aboard a new presidential aircraft donated by Qatar, then departed Turkey on an older Air Force One model after Secret Service advice. CBS News reported that the new plane was placed into service quickly and lacks some capabilities, with the Secret Service declining to comment. The article was published July 9, 2026.