Lowell Sun

Senator Ed Markey secured a decisive victory over Congressman Seth Moulton in the Democratic primary, garnering 74.2% of the vote. This win positions Markey for another six-year term in the Senate, highlighting the generational divide in the party.

Cuba's tourism has dropped by 62% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, largely due to intensified U.S. sanctions and an energy embargo. The decline has led to widespread closures of hotels and attractions, severely impacting the island's economy.

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the Kansas City, Kansas school district regarding its policies on transgender students. The lawsuit follows an investigation that found the district in violation of federal privacy laws by not disclosing students' gender transitions to parents.

Republican candidate Mike Minogue secured a decisive victory in the GOP gubernatorial primary, garnering 79.7% of the vote against Brian Shortsleeve. He will face Democratic Gov. Maura Healey in the upcoming general election in November.

Interest rates on government bonds are rising globally, leading to increased borrowing costs for consumers and businesses. This trend raises concerns about government debt and inflation, particularly as geopolitical tensions affect oil prices.

Simón Bolívar International Airport in Venezuela has partially resumed commercial operations nearly 10 weeks after two major earthquakes caused extensive damage. The initial phase will allow for limited domestic and international flights as the airport works towards full recovery.

The House voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards for unprofessional behavior towards female staffers, following an Ethics Committee investigation. This action highlights ongoing concerns about workplace conduct in Congress.

Tiger Woods plans to change his not guilty plea in a DUI case linked to a rollover crash in Florida. The incident, which occurred in March, involved Woods' vehicle colliding with a truck, leading to his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence.

A shooting at Venture-N gay bar in Tucson left three dead, including the shooter, and is being investigated as a potential hate crime. Community groups are organizing a vigil to honor the victims.

The FBI has confiscated more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas, disrupting the group's funding. The operation also involved taking control of websites and communication platforms used for fundraising.

Gregory Bovino, the former chief of Border Patrol, retired while under investigation for misconduct related to immigration enforcement operations. Records reveal he was contacted about allegations just days before announcing his retirement.

Upper Pottsgrove Police Cpl. Sean Farrell has been charged with voluntary manslaughter for the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Glenwood Earl Pysher IV, who was unarmed and waiting for friends at the wrong house. The incident raises serious questions about police use of deadly force.

The Society of Professional Journalists is updating its century-old Code of Ethics for the first time in 12 years, addressing the challenges posed by artificial intelligence in journalism. This update aims to reinforce the role of ethical journalism in safeguarding democracy.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is urging G20 nations to adopt tariff measures similar to those of the Trump administration to combat trade imbalances. He emphasizes the need for countries to protect their manufacturing sectors from cheap imports, particularly from China.