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A medic pours water on U.S. Marines who were suffering from heat exhaustion in the Nawa district in Afghanistan's Helmand province.  (Photo by David Guttenfelder / AP) Earn our trust or go, Afghan villagers tell US soldiers The mullah's message was blunt. We don't trust you and if you don't earn our trust, our first meeting will be our last. MSNBC Marines press hard across southern Afghanistan NPR 2 US troops killed in Afghanistan CNN One trip, 3 different agendas for Obama Determined to change the way the world views the United States, President Obama intends his next foreign mission to address three issues: Russian relations, climate change, and his vision for Africa. MSNBC Obama heads to Moscow for 'reset' summit Reuters   Palin: 'The media will never understand' In an Independence Day message to supporters, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin said she was leaving office for a "higher calling" and blasted the "main stream media" for failing to understand her decision. CNN Special section: 5 questions for Sarah Palin Politico Blog: Sarah Palin 'out of politics, period' Huffington Post Palin to quit as Alaska governor YouTube Bill banning forced identity-chip implants clears PA House Invasion of privacy is an issue that really gets under State Rep. Babette Josephs' skin. That's why the Philadelphia Democrat introduced a bill that would ban the forced implantation of computer chips in humans. Philadelphia Inquirer Global blacklist plan to ground unsafe commercial planes The setting up of a new global blacklist of planes unfit to fly will be discussed this week at a summit meeting between the European transport commissioner and the International Civil Aviation Organization. Guardian   NATION A fake country's real mission The central N.C. community known as Pineland is an alternate universe with dual identities, yellow money — and military exercises that help Special Forces train for assignments overseas. Charlotte Observer Coroner: Teen 5th killed by apparent serial killer A girl was killed while helping her father in their family's furniture store, becoming the fifth victim of a suspected serial killer terrorizing a small South Carolina community, authorities said. ABC News Many US cities celebrate 4th of July without a bang As municipalities grope for ways to shore up budgets, expensive fireworks displays are becoming the latest victims of the economic downturn. CNN Born on the 4th of July MSNBC POLITICS TEA Party activists rally at Capitol Instead of celebrating the Fourth of July holiday with barbecues and sparklers, about 2,000 small-government advocates, toting signs and chanting slogans, rallied outside the U.S. Capitol. CNN Former Secretary of State Colin Powell worries Obama tackling too much Colin Powell worries that President Obama is trying to tackle too many big issues at one time and he offers this advice: take a look at costs and consider the red tape that will be created. Google News LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT ‘Slumdog’ child star moves into new home A child star of the Oscar-winning movie "Slumdog Millionaire" moved into his new home in an upmarket Mumbai suburb, a far cry from his family's former dwelling — a shanty by the railway tracks. MSNBC Fans clamor for Jackson memorial tickets So many fans want to come to the Michael Jackson memorial service that one Web site calculated they have a 0.04 percent chance of getting a ticket. They are more likely to be struck by lightning. CBS News SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Tiny new battery is printable A new battery, small and thin, weighs almost nothing and can be printed in a process similar to silk-screening shirts. LiveScience New brain-controlled wheelchair is '95 percent accurate' It may not look like much, but researchers in Japan have pulled off a Jedi mind trick of sorts for directing electric wheelchairs. National Geographic Brain-controlled wheelchair YouTube ENVIRONMENT California's new water plan aims to save Puget Sound orcas A plan to restore salmon runs on California's Sacramento River also could help revive killer whale populations 700 miles to the north. McClatchy Social factors influence neighborhood asthma rates Childhood asthma is less common in neighborhoods with high economic potential and strong community vitality, a new research shows. Reuters RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY Catholic prelate worships across an old Cuban divide The Catholic archbishop for U.S. armed forces made a pilgrimage of peace from the U.S. Navy base at Guantánamo to the Castros' Cuba. Miami Herald Gay row 'may cause Church split' A traditionalist Anglican group has warned the issue of homosexuality could split the Church of England the way the Episcopal Church has done in the U.S. BBC   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column: 'Miracle' plane crash survivor Yahoo! News Editorial: Staying on board with private schools Economist Column (james suroweski): Protecting consumers New Yorker Column: Palin goes gonzo The Nation Column: Quitters never win Slate Column: Why art is vital to freedom Christian Science Monitor Editorial: Independence Day: citizen soldiers USA TODAY Blog: The great barbecue debate Slate   Site edited by: Brian Levine, Randall Rich, Max Miller, Jessie Wright-Mendoza, Ryan Kieffer, Walt Chiu and Yvonne Lee.   GOOD NEWS Long after WWII, female pilots honored President Obama signed a bill granting the Congressional Gold Medal to the Women Airforce Service Pilots or WASP. NPR Lady Liberty's crown reopens The first visitors allowed into the Statue of Liberty's crown in nearly eight years made the arduous climb on an Independence Day laden with symbolism. NPR Crowning moment for Lady Liberty ABC News WORLD Calm urged after North Korea launches missiles Russia, China and the U.S. have all called for calm after North Korea test-fired a series of missiles off its coast. BBC North Korea fires 7 missiles off coast YouTube Iran media wants Mousavi treason trial An Iranian newspaper has called for opposition leader Mir-Hossein Mousavi to face trial for inciting the wave of protests after last month's presidential election. ABC News Iran 'to free UK embassy worker' BBC BUSINESS Most economists say the worst is over But hopes for a faster recovery have cooled since the Labor Department said another 467,000 jobs disappeared in June. NPR 'Car guys’ retrain for lower pay As the auto industry in America, which once employed more than 1 million people, continues to shrink rapidly, workers are struggling to acquire new skills. MSNBC Oil's record high, 1 year later Crude is less than half its price, which peaked at $145 in 2008, as a global economic slowdown zaps demand. CNNMoney HEALTH Bipolar is a disorder with many faces Although the symptoms of bipolar disorder can vary significantly from person to person, mental health professionals have identified four main subtypes. Health Magazine Congress prepares to face health care With an August deadline looming, Congress is expected to return from the July Fourth holiday to tackle the complex issue of health care reform with a sense of urgency. San Francisco Chronicle EDUCATION Students take lead in antidrug effort using at-home tests A new program has students solicit peers to take home a free kit and prove they are living a drug-free lifestyle. Some observers have raised privacy and other concerns. Boston Globe Schwarzenegger signals key concession Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, optimistic California can finish its budget negotiations in a few days, is willing to reconsider his proposed cuts to education. Reuters SPORTS Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair shot and killed in Nashville Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair was killed in a shooting in Nashville, Tennessee, authorities said. McNair, 36, spent 13 seasons in the NFL, the majority with the Tennessee Titans. CNN Gehrig's courage honored around MLB In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the farewell speech of Hall of Famer Lou Gehrig, teams held on-field ceremonies in an effort to raise awareness and financial support for the fight against ALS. MLB.com Federer takes on Roddick, history in the making at Wimbledon A year ago, plenty of people were feeling sorry for Roger Federer, sending letters with good wishes or — believe it or not — tennis tips. Not anymore. 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