On July 9, 2025, scientists at the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service (IERS) reported that the Earth completed its rotation approximately 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds faster than the standard 24-hour period. Moreover, this is expected to happen again on July 22 and August 5 this year.

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Below are the hints, categories and answers for today’s Connections game, puzzle #759, on July 9.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a man from El Salvador on July 9 in the Omaha area who it said is an "MS-13 kingpin."

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July 9 (UPI) -- Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos give a peek into the "quintessential underdog story" in "Running with the Wolves," a four-part docuseries that showcases the couple's experiences after purchasing an Italian soccer team.

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So far, the shortest day ever recorded was July 5, 2024, when Earth rotated 1.66 milliseconds faster than usual. This year, scientists predict three shorter days in July and August. On July 9, the day is expected to be 1.30 milliseconds shorter, followed by an even shorter -1.38 milliseconds on July 22 and a -1.51 milliseconds on Aug. 5.

Greenville Native Nikki Lane, who is best friends with Lana Del Rey, opened for Chris Stapleton at the July 9 show in Greenville