SUMMARY: This weekend (June 27-29) in Mississippi offers a variety of events across the state. Central Mississippi hosts the Kiwanis Club of Pearl Golf Tournament, multiple hot air balloon events including the Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Festival in Canton, and exhibitions like Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers in Jackson. There are also family-friendly activities such as Guys and Dolls Jr. in Natchez, Pilates and yoga events in Jackson, and farmers markets in Jackson, Natchez, and Vicksburg. The Pine Belt region features Story Time with a Soldier in Hattiesburg, immersive theater experiences, karaoke, and runs supporting recovery programs in Laurel.

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SUMMARY: With the Fourth of July on a Friday, AAA expects a record 72.2 million Americans to travel domestically over the long weekend, including 61.6 million by car—a 2.2% increase from last year. Busiest driving days are July 2 and 6, with afternoon hours the most congested. Major highways in cities like Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, and New York will see peak traffic. AAA advises early departures and vehicle maintenance. TSA anticipates 5.84 million air travelers during the week, a 1.4% increase, with July 6 the busiest airport day. Popular destinations include Orlando, Seattle, and New York, while Vancouver tops international spots.

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SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran after 12 days of conflict marked by missile attacks and deep frustration from both sides. Despite initial violations, including intercepted Iranian missiles and Israeli strikes, Trump confirmed the ceasefire held following his intervention and talks with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The conflict began with Israeli strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear sites; Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Israel and a U.S. base in Qatar. The war has caused hundreds of deaths and injuries. The U.S. evacuated some Americans amid ongoing regional tensions and sporadic drone attacks in Iraq.

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