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ISIS ambush kills two US soldiers and civilian interpreter - Syria

Two US Army soldiers and one American civilian interpreter were killed and several others wounded in an ISIS ambush near Palmyra Syria US Central Command confirmed the attacker was engaged and killed and the White House vowed retaliation

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5.6 million - People affected by the credit check company data breach

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"There will be very serious retaliation" — President Donald Trump

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Active shooter reported at Brown University - Campus on lockdown

An active shooter incident unfolded on Brown University’s campus with multiple victims reported. Authorities conducted a manhunt and later announced a suspect was in custody amid continuing investigations into casualties and campus safety alerts.

U S troops and civilian killed in ambush in Syria - Pentagon

American forces suffered casualties in central Syria when attackers ambushed a patrol. U.S. military and administration officials confirmed deaths and wounded personnel and signaled plans for retaliation as investigations continue.

Trump sends top envoys to Europe for crunch Ukraine peace talks - White House

The White House has dispatched special envoys to Europe to press a peace initiative for Ukraine. Meetings in Berlin will bring US representatives together with President Zelensky and European leaders to pursue negotiations.

Israel says it killed top Hamas commander in Gaza strike - Military

Israel carried out targeted strikes in Gaza that it says killed senior Hamas commanders. The strikes risk destabilizing a fragile ceasefire and drew claims and counterclaims about responsibility and legitimacy.

US military seizes shadow tanker off Venezuela - 'Dark fleet' operation

US forces intercepted a shadow fleet tanker near Venezuela amid mounting pressure on Maduro. Officials unsealed a seizure warrant while Cuba and Venezuela denounced the action, escalating tensions in the Caribbean.

Belarus frees Nobel laureate and 123 prisoners after US eases sanctions

Belarus released a large number of political prisoners after Washington eased sanctions on key exports. The move included high profile dissidents and signals a rare diplomatic opening between the US and Minsk.

Drone strike on UN logistics base in Sudan kills six peacekeepers - UN

A drone strike hit a UN peacekeeping base in Sudan killing multiple peacekeepers. The United Nations and member states condemned the attack and called for investigations amid mounting regional violence.

Nearly 5.6 million people hit in major credit check company data breach

Major data incidents and cyber threats surfaced this weekend. A large credit reporting breach exposed millions while NHS files and new malware campaigns raised fresh privacy and security alarms.

United flight bound for Tokyo returns to Dulles after engine fire

A Tokyo bound United Airlines Boeing 777 experienced an engine problem that forced a return to Dulles. Authorities reported the flight landed safely after crew dealt with an engine issue that ignited nearby brush.

Arctic air sweeps south as Pacific Northwest braces for flooding

A blast of Arctic air is driving flooding concerns in the Pacific Northwest and across northern states. Emergency services warned of mudslides and levee strain while cold warnings spread into the Midwest and South.

Russia bombs Odesa port as peace talks press on - Power outages reported

Russian attacks targeted Ukraine energy infrastructure and a Ukrainian drone strike killed civilians in Russia. Power outages and cross border strikes complicate international peace efforts as talks continue.

Justice Department sues 18 states for voter registration data access

The Justice Department intensified efforts to obtain voter registration and related election data from several states. New lawsuits seek detailed records amid ongoing federal scrutiny of election systems.

Jury orders Johnson Johnson to pay $40 million to two ovarian cancer plaintiffs

A Los Angeles jury ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $40 million to two women who claimed talc products caused ovarian cancer. The verdict adds to longstanding litigation against the company over asbestos and talc claims.

AI boom delays US municipal projects as construction workers shift to data centers

The AI boom is reshaping energy and infrastructure demand. Localities face huge power needs from data centers while municipalities delay projects as skilled labor shifts to AI builds and chipmakers weigh ramping output.

US commandos raided cargo ship bound for Iran and seized dual use tech

US special forces operations and new cyber doctrine surfaced in related reports. Commandos seized cargo destined for Iran and the administration is crafting an offensive cyber posture that may enlist private firms.

US Syrian joint patrol comes under fire near Palmyra - State media

Separate reports show US and Syrian forces came under fire during joint missions in the Palmyra region. State media and military sources described engagements with armed elements and resulting casualties and injuries.

Why Trump is edging toward a serious conflict with Venezuela - Analysis

The US pressure campaign on Venezuela intensified after the tanker seizure and military signals. Analysts warn Maduro faces limited options while regional actors and Cuba strongly condemned US actions.

One dead after U Haul truck explodes in Idaho shopping center parking lot

A deadly U Haul explosion in Idaho killed at least one person and sparked investigations into the cause. Local authorities are probing the scene and responding to community safety concerns.

DOJ weighs rare federal charges in alleged Charlie Kirk killing

Federal prosecutors and the Justice Department are weighing unusual or novel federal charges in the high profile killing of Charlie Kirk. State and federal teams are reported to be in dispute over charging strategies.

Trump tariffs reshape video game console market and holiday shopping

Trade friction and tariffs are altering holiday supply chains and retail prices. Reports detail how tariffs affect video game consoles and other consumer goods while the administration plots contingency plans for contested trade measures.

Broadcom shares plunge after weak AI sales outlook rattles investors

Markets rotated away from AI winners this week as investors seek value and downside protection. Tech giants saw big moves and analysts flagged sectors likely to outperform in the year ahead.

TSA forwards passenger lists to ICE to aid deportation operations

The Transportation Security Administration and the Justice Department are involved in new immigration enforcement and legal controversies. Reports show passenger data is being shared with ICE and DOJ sought to block contempt probes tied to deportation operations.

Oracle Stargate deal with OpenAI pushes Oracle to center of the AI boom

Major moves in AI and cloud compute landed Oracle and OpenAI at the center of enterprise AI deals while regulators and rivals debate the risks of concentrated AI power. Industry insiders flag governance and resilience concerns.

Fear grips Uvira after M23 rebels take control and civilians flee

Fighting and rebel advances in eastern Congo raised alarms about a regional security collapse. The US accused Rwanda of violating a brokered peace deal while residents fled and humanitarian conditions deteriorated.

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"The Brown University Police reversed their previous statement — The suspect is NOT in custody."