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"I don't remember an outpouring of emotion from David Beckham when Not Such an Innocent Girl peaked at number 6"

— one fan on that viral photo of Victoria Beckham watching the FIFA World Cup. She's posh, not sporty.

Mourners gather at a candlelit vigil to honor Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.

Immigration

ICE Back in the Spotlight

What’s going on: Yesterday, ICE officers in Maine shot and killed Joan Sebastian Guerrero, a 26-year-old man originally from Colombia, while he was driving. Sen. Angus King (I-ME) said that Guerrero was not the target of the agency's operation. This comes less than a week after ICE agents in Houston shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was also not the target of their operation. Homeland Security claims that Salgado Araujo “weaponized his vehicle,” though –– as has been the case in at least one other ICE-related death this year –– eyewitnesses dispute their account. That’s to say nothing of the abuse reported by detainees in ICE custody –– including alleged sexual assault and medical neglect that resulted in at least one death.

A pattern of behavior: ICE operations dominated headlines this winter, especially after Renée Good and Alex Pretti were killed. But news quelled after Kristi Noem was replaced by Markwayne Mullin as Department of Homeland Security Secretary. So far, Mullin has operated a quieter (but arguably more aggressive) department. The New York Times reports that ICE arrested more than 6,000 people over three days last week, after the agency doubled its daily numbers in late June. Some groups, like pregnant and postpartum women as well as the 1.3 million immigrants whose protected status is now up in the air, are especially vulnerable. Meanwhile, ICE just got another cash infusion from Congress that will last through 2028.

The News in 5

🗞️ President Donald Trump announced a major new move targeting Iran that takes effect Tuesday afternoon.

🗞️ South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve out the remainder of Graham’s congressional term following his death.

🗞️ Twelve states joined forces to block the Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger. Anything for a cheaper subscription.

🗞️ Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) asked JPMorganChase’s CEO to clarify something about Jeffrey Epstein.

🗞️ And the latest scheme rich people use to avoid taxes is…

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In Our Rotation

One of our editors wore this maxi dress to a wedding rehearsal and confirmed it’s even more comfortable than she expected. Plus, it's top heavy-friendly.

This dry shampoo is our new go-to good-hair hack. It comes in six tinted shades (i.e., no white residue) and has a powder puff for precise application.

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Cause & Effect

A Caregiving Countdown

What's going on: The US is already short on caregivers, thanks to an aging population, worker burnout, and low pay. And a recent Supreme Court ruling could make that shortage even worse. About 1.3 million people live in the US under Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which shields immigrants who fled disasters in their home countries from deportation. But, in June, SCOTUS cleared the way for the Trump administration to end TPS status for immigrants from Syria and Haiti. Now, the caregiving industry is facing a crisis. According to The 19th, about one-third of approximately 350,000 Haitian TPS holders work in healthcare, frequently as caregivers in nursing homes and hospitals. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are raising the alarm. “Immediately shutting off TPS will create a crisis in our hospitals, nursing homes, and in the I/DD [intellectual and developmental disabilities] community,” wrote Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) on X.

What happens next?: The Department of Homeland Security has extended Haitians' TPS status until July 24 — at least the second such extension. (TPS holders from six other countries have until July 17.) The extension came just hours before the original deadline, and some employers had already fired workers. Now, lawmakers, unions, and nonprofits are racing to find a solution –– including another TPS extension or exceptions for healthcare workers. The need for caregivers will only increase as Americans age: More than 20% of the US population will be 65 or older by 2030. One healthcare expert told Boston’s WGBH that losing so many caregivers could trigger staffing shortages comparable to the COVID pandemic.

Related: Hundreds of Springfield Residents Rallied to Support Their Haitian Neighbors (The Springfield News-Sun)

Money

Fraud, but Make It Friendly

What's going on: We’ve all sort of committed fraud. Not the Bernie Madoff kind, more like the “I got a refund for an Amazon item that never showed up, only for it to arrive days later” kind. Or the “my kid unknowingly racked up some subscription fees, so I called my bank thinking I’d been hacked” kind. Those gray-area moments (also known as “friendly fraud”) are part of why charge-backs exist: to help customers fight legitimate disputes by asking their banks to reverse charges made on their cards. According to new research, 158 million transaction disputes were filed in 2025, an increase of 29% since 2021. While some of the claims are legit, experts say many are driven by confusion, misread statements, and even a belief among some that they can “stick it to the man” by skimming a bit off the top. (Yes, there are even tutorials on TikTok.)

So... I probably shouldn’t do it?: It’s easy to feel squeezed by retailers that continue to post big profits, and want to fight back. Consider it the consumer version of “just this once.” But honest mistakes are bound to happen in the digital commerce world, and disputing a charge you know to be legitimate isn’t petty — it’s stealing. And it’s likely costing businesses millions. Charge-backs — which one industry report says 74.4% of merchants now describe as a “moderate or significant” concern — are “influencing pricing, customer policies, staffing decisions and the economics of digital commerce,” one expert said. Best to (actually) buy now or plan to pay (even more) later.

Quick Hits

🪐 Scientists have discovered a surprising substance near the heart of the Milky Way, and it sounds like a Harry Styles song.

🥞 Three chefs agree this is the best pancake mix. Pass the maple syrup.

👑 Prince Harry shared his full job title during a recent podcast appearance. That won’t fit on one resume line.

💅 Your next manicure might have a nutty little secret, and it’s not the number of Q-tips you used to clean it up.

🏟️ Rihanna came out of quasi-retirement and back on stage for this VIP occasion. Now we just need the album.

🧑‍🦲 If you recently purchased a bald cap to go see Mr. Worldwide, this one’s for you.

Skimm This

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American Horror Story cast members in NYC

A quick refresher: Every Tuesday, we’ll share a photo, trend, meme, or very online moment. You send us your best skimm… in 20 words or fewer. Don’t overthink it. This is for fun.

Once you’ve submitted, we’ll pick our top three, and then Skimm’rs will vote for their favorite here on Thursday. We’ll feature the winner in Friday’s Daily Skimm.

This week: Cast members from American Horror Story shooting for their newest season — lucky number 13 — in New York City.

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On Our Calendar

Tuesday, July 14

⚽ World Cup semifinals kick off

Four teams, two games. The first comes to you live at 3 pm ET from Arlington, TX. Here’s who you might see on the field.

⚾ MLB All-Star Game

The best players in the league go head-to-head in Philadelphia. Here’s who made the cut and who did not. Watch it on FOX at 8 pm ET.

🇫🇷 Bastille Day

The holiday marks the storming of the Bastille fortress, which kick-started the French Revolution. Here’s your celebratory menu — bon appétit.

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Summer’s Top Products

Somehow, we’re already well into summer (and — jump scare — halfway through 2026). Which means we’ve had plenty of opportunities to find great new stuff for the season. Here are the top products of the summer so far, as chosen by our shopping editors and Skimm’rs yourselves:

Teeth whitening strips that don’t hurt sensitive gums
A maxi dress you can wear anytime, anywhere
A handheld fan you can throw in your beach bag
A chic one-piece swimsuit that doesn’t show too much skin
Something to keep you busy while you chill in the A/C

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In Our Rotation

Our shopping editors are pitched hundreds of new products a day (not an exaggeration). These are the ones worth knowing about.

Looking for a juicy summer read? Here's what's on our Skimm Reads editors' TBRs.

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A. Of course: Same story, different format

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