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Federal authorities file charges against five suspects in the case of Matthew Perry’s overdose. Health & Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra joins “Start Here” to discuss discounted drug prices for seniors. And Collins adds 2,000 words to its official Scrabble dictionary.

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With an encouraging inflation report, both presidential campaigns pitch voters on their economic visions. The World Health Organization declares a global health emergency over mpox. And the FBI investigates an alleged hack by Iran-linked actors against American campaigns.

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Missouri becomes the second state in two days to put abortion on this November’s ballot. Greek firefighters battle back a blaze approaching Athens. And both presidential candidates endorse plans to eliminate income taxes on tips, even as economists pan the idea.

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Military officials prepare for an expected Iranian attack on Israel. Former President Donald Trump returns to the site once known as Twitter, joining forces with Elon Musk. And Ukraine’s push into Russian territory has grown to encompass dozens of towns.

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Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance defends his 'thought experiment' of giving parents extra votes in a sitdown with ABC News. Gaza ceasefire talks appear to stall. And team USA brings home the most medals as the Paris Olympics come to a close. 

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Ukraine launches a surprise incursion of a Russian city. Sen. JD Vance questions Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s military service, in what some are calling a “Swift Boat”-like attack. And American sprinter Noah Lyles misses out on a historic double gold after competing with COVID.

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The GOP hones its case against Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Austrian police claim to thwart a terror plot revolving around a Taylor Swift concert. And one year after a deadly Maui wildfire, the historic town of Lahaina is still trying to rebuild.

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Vice President Kamala Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Sources describe a second plot to assassinate former President Donald Trump. And rapper Pitbull inks a deal to buy the naming rights to a college football stadium.

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A global stock plunge stokes fears of a wider recession. Debby lurches onshore as a hurricane, threatening the Southeast with massive floods. And Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., becomes the latest member of the “Squad” to face deep-pocketed primary opposition.

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With Vice President Harris pulling even in most national polls, former president Donald Trump says he’ll only debate on Fox. Anti-immigrant riots break out in several U.K. cities. And Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejects a plea deal for the masterminds of the 9/11 terror attacks.

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