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Pretti killing: DHS says two agents fired

A government notice to Congress confirms two federal officers discharged firearms during the Minneapolis encounter that killed Alex Pretti, while leaked DHS materials and new video challenge the administration's initial public account of the incident

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16,000 - Number of jobs Amazon announced it will cut globally

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"She probably had herself sprayed" — Donald Trump

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DHS: Two agents fired in Minneapolis killing

A set of government materials and new footage are reshaping the narrative around the Minneapolis killing of Alex Pretti. Official reports say multiple federal officers fired, while leaked DHS documents contradict the White House account and newly released video shows the moments before the shooting.

Rep Ilhan Omar sprayed at Minneapolis town hall

A violent disruption at a Minneapolis town hall targeted Rep. Ilhan Omar. Video shows a man spraying an unknown liquid, a suspect was arrested, and the incident has sparked immediate national debate and presidential commentary.

House Democrats push to impeach DHS secretary Noem

The fallout from the Minneapolis incidents has escalated into a political crisis for the Department of Homeland Security. Democrats are moving toward impeachment proceedings while senior House figures publicly endorse removal efforts.

Trump says 'were going to deescalate' in Minnesota

The White House signalled a tactical shift in Minnesota after public outrage. President Trump said he will 'deescalate', the administration dispatched border czar Tom Homan to local leaders, and the previous Border Patrol commander was reassigned.

Shutdown looms as immigration fight splits Congress

Immigration enforcement has become the centerpiece of a funding standoff in Washington. Senators remain far apart on a compromise, raising the chance of a partial government shutdown as lawmakers tie DHS funding to policy changes.

Amazon cuts about 16000 jobs in new round of layoffs

Amazon announced a major round of corporate job cuts and mishandled internal communications that alarmed employees. The company faces a second large layoff wave alongside operational confusion reflected in premature notices and calendar invites.

Amazon to close Fresh and Go stores in the US

Amazon is restructuring its retail footprint and identity services. The company will close its Amazon Fresh and Go stores and announced it will discontinue the Amazon One palm ID system with user data deletion plans.

China approves imports of Nvidias H200 AI chip

Chip markets surged on AI demand and a flurry of corporate updates. China approved Nvidia H200 imports, ASML reported record orders and strong guidance, but the sector also faces job cuts as companies rebalance after the boom.

Fed poised to hold rates despite White House pressure

The Federal Reserve meeting drew intense political attention as the White House pressures the central bank. Markets reacted to a weak dollar while the Fed prepared to hold rates steady and Fed Chair Jerome Powell briefed markets afterward.

US conducts military exercises in Middle East amid Iran tension

Washington and regional capitals brace as tensions with Iran escalate. The US launched exercises and deployed a carrier group while Gulf partners signalled limits to their support for any strike, complicating military options for Washington.

Study finds Russian and Ukrainian military casualties nearing 2 million

The war in Ukraine continues to inflict heavy human costs with fresh attacks on civilians. A new study tallies staggering military casualties while recent Russian strikes targeted passenger trains, prompting international condemnation.

US takes preliminary steps to reopen embassy in Venezuela

The US signalled renewed engagement in Venezuela following regime change. Washington has taken procedural steps on reopening an embassy while Caracas and interim leaders discuss unblocking assets and intelligence efforts expand inside the country.

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar killed in plane crash

A private jet crash in western India killed a high ranking regional leader and multiple passengers. Officials confirmed the deputy chief minister's death as investigators probe the cause and the charred wreckage raised questions about the emergency landing.

Apple CEO Tim Cook scrambles after attending Melania event

Apple's CEO is under internal and public pressure after attending a White House event tied to the first lady amid the Minneapolis crisis. Cook issued employee communications expressing heartbreak while external critics question the optics.

Chinese hackers reportedly breached phones at the heart of Downing Street

As Britain's leader embarks on a rare China trip, reports of state-linked hacking have surfaced. The visit includes trade and diplomatic delegations while UK officials dispute the scope of any breach and insist on high security measures.

TikTok settles and avoids landmark social media trial

Legal and content disputes swirl around TikTok as ownership changes and court actions continue. The platform settled a major trial, users report censorship and deletions, and TikTok has become politicized amid immigration protests and moderation debates.

NASA WB57 research plane makes gear up belly landing in Texas

A NASA WB 57 research jet performed a gear up emergency landing in Texas, skidding on its belly and emitting flames. The agency confirmed the incident and launched an investigation while officials reported no fatalities.

SpaceX mulls a $1.5 trillion IPO

Elon Musk's SpaceX is reportedly weighing an IPO in a multibillion dollar range with insiders discussing symbolic timing. The potential flotation would be among the largest in tech history if pursued.

United States formally exits the Paris climate agreement

Climate and Arctic politics are in focus as the US exits the Paris pact and Greenland pushes back on external pressure. Cultural figures have offered gestures of support while geopolitical debate over sovereignty and security heats up.

Measles cases in South Carolina surpass 2025 Texas outbreak

Public health officials are grappling with vaccine preventable outbreaks and policy questions. South Carolina's measles tally rose above a prior 2025 outbreak and federal guidance from HHS is prompting debate over national health messaging.

Weight loss drugs face thousands of lawsuits alleging serious harm

A wave of litigation targets GLP-1 weight loss drugs as patients allege serious harms. The lawsuits raise regulatory and safety questions for blockbuster medications now under legal scrutiny.

Sudans internal displacement crisis peaks as millions eye return

Sudan's civil war has produced the planet's largest internal displacement crisis as millions consider returning to devastated homes. Humanitarian agencies warn of urgent needs and long term reconstruction challenges.

South Sudan launches major offensive against opposition forces

Fighting flared in South Sudan as government forces launched a major offensive against opposition groups. The operation risks fresh civilian displacement and regional instability as humanitarian concerns mount.

NTSB finds DCA midair collision was 100 percent preventable

Federal investigators released damning findings in last year's midair collision near Washington. The NTSB labelled the crash preventable, produced new animations of the lead up, and placed blame on systemic FAA failures.

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"A massive Armada is heading to Iran. It is moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose. It is a larger fleet, headed by the great Aircraft Carrier Abraham Lincoln, than that sent to Venezuela. Like with Venezuela, it is, ready, willing, and able to rapidly fulfill its mission, with speed and violence, if necessary.…"