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Pentagon watchdog: Hegseth's Signal use jeopardized troops

The Pentagon inspector general found Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used unsecured Signal chats to discuss operational details, potentially exposing classified information and endangering U.S. personnel. The report deepens bipartisan scrutiny and fuels calls for congressional oversight and possible disciplinary action

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200,000 - Projected additional deaths of children under age five this year linked to cuts in global health funding

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"Israel’s conduct of war in Gaza is fundamentally wrong" — United Nations Secretary General António Guterres

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Pentagon watchdog says Hegseth risked troops safety with Signal messages

A Pentagon inspector general report and subsequent reporting have placed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth under intense scrutiny for sharing sensitive information and authorizing lethal follow‑on strikes. Congress and the public are focused on potential violations, operational failures, and legal exposure for senior officials.

Trump grants full pardon to entertainment exec Tim Leiweke

President Trump has issued multiple clemency orders that include allies and unexpected beneficiaries, prompting political backlash and legal questions. Pardons of high-profile figures are reshaping Washington’s clemency debates.

ICE launches enforcement sweep targeting mostly Somali immigrants in Minneapolis

The administration has ramped up immigration enforcement with coordinated operations in major US cities while also moving to restrict immigration from multiple countries. Local communities and state officials are confronting federal enforcement actions.

Trump draws fire after calling Somali immigrants 'garbage'

President Trump's incendiary rhetoric toward Somali Americans has provoked local alarm and political backlash. Community leaders, lawmakers, and activists are responding to federal enforcement and incendiary presidential comments.

Trump warns US may launch land operations inside Venezuela 'very soon'

US military strikes on alleged drug boats and escalating threats toward Venezuela have raised diplomatic and legal alarms. Families of those killed have filed challenges and lawmakers are weighing war powers and oversight responses.

Trump says Russia‑Ukraine peace path unclear after envoys meet Putin

Diplomatic efforts and stalled talks over Ukraine remain central as Putin travels and signals hardline aims. The Kremlin and Western capitals spar over peace proposals even as fighting continues on the ground.

Hamas returns body of last Thai hostage in Gaza

Israel and Hamas developments center on hostages, remains, and border crossings. Moves to open Rafah and the transfer of remains intensify humanitarian and diplomatic focus as tensions and casualties mount.

House Democrats release never before seen photos of Epstein island

Lawmakers released previously unseen photos and civil litigants press for access to files related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. New images and legal filings have revived scrutiny of the island estate and calls for transparency.

Trump administration orders expanded social media vetting for H 1B applicants

The administration is expanding visa vetting for skilled workers and citing online activity and prior work in censorship as part of new checks. Tech and immigration stakeholders are watching for implementation details and impacts on talent flows.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang meets Republicans as AI race debate rages

AI policy and industry lobbying are intensifying as major companies meet with politicians and researchers debate interpretability and risk. OpenAI moves and Nvidia lobbying highlight the stakes in the accelerating AI race.

Anthropic exec warns firms are 'YOLOing' with massive AI bets

AI leaders warn about overreach and risk while some argue bans on superintelligence would be misguided. Industry insiders are publicly debating investment, safety, and the pace of deployment.

ADP jobs data shows US lost 32,000 positions last month

Signs of economic strain have emerged with weak payroll data, falling consumer confidence, and looming healthcare subsidy fights in Congress. Lawmakers and markets are watching job reports and budget debates closely.

China local debt soars as real estate collapse deepens

Europe and global markets confront Russia’s frozen assets and China’s mounting local debt, fueling geopolitics and financial anxiety. Proposals to tap Russian funds for Ukraine meet stern Kremlin warnings.

A dozen former FDA chiefs denounce proposed vaccine policy changes

A group of former FDA leaders publicly condemned proposed vaccine policy changes and leadership shifts at the agency, triggering debate among public health experts and political actors about the future of approvals and safety standards.

Fraud scandal leaves Minnesota Somali community bracing for crackdown

A widening fraud scandal in Minnesota involving Somali communities has led to overturned convictions and congressional probes. The political and legal fallout is prompting federal investigations and heated local debate.

CNN investigation alleges Israeli forces bulldozed bodies of Palestinians seeking aid

Investigations and reporting have accused Israeli forces of harsh conduct in Gaza including alleged bulldozing of bodies and deteriorating prison conditions. Human rights groups and auditors are drawing attention to alleged abuses.

Hong Kong fire toll rises to 159 as officials order citywide scaffolding net removal

A deadly high rise fire in Hong Kong continues to produce new casualties and scrutiny as officials order removal of unsafe scaffolding nets. Survivors and families press for accountability amid a difficult recovery.

More than 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese recalled over metal fragment risk

Large food recalls have hit major retailers and pet owners, creating public health warnings and supply disruptions. Regulators and manufacturers are tracing contamination risks across multiple products.

For first time in decades child deaths are projected to rise this year

Global health funding cuts are projected to reverse decades of progress and cause a sharp rise in child mortality. International agencies warn of devastating human costs if funding is not restored.

NASA warns satellite constellations could contaminate nearly all space telescope images

Orbital congestion and satellite launches are creating new challenges for astronomy and national space policy as private firms and agencies ramp up deployments. Regulators and scientists warn of contamination of space telescope imagery.

Human remains of multiple people found at California home

Authorities have uncovered multiple sets of human remains and explosives in separate investigations, prompting homicide probes and questions about linked suspects. Local law enforcement is conducting forensic searches and arrests.

Drone video shows devastated Ukrainian town nearly encircled by Russian forces

New drone footage and daily war logs reveal intense fighting and near encirclements on the battlefield in Ukraine. Western officials and analysts debate strategy as diplomatic efforts continue without clear progress.

SoftBank to sell large portion of InMobi stake in $250M deal

Major corporations and markets announce strategic moves from stake sales to IPO preparations as Asia and Europe equities react to global trends. Investors track these corporate maneuvers amid volatile market sentiment.

House Judiciary subpoenas former special counsel Jack Smith for closed door interview

House Republicans escalated oversight by subpoenaing former special counsel Jack Smith over his prosecutions tied to the president. The move signals an intensifying partisan confrontation over legal accountability and privilege.

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