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Trump Unveils $175 Billion Golden Dome Missile Defense Plan

President Donald Trump announced a massive $175 billion plan to build a 'Golden Dome' missile defense system promising unparalleled protection for the US, slated for operation by 2029, highlighting a major national security initiative.

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24 Hours Trump unveils $175B Golden Dome missile defense plan + Israel mulling strike on Iran nuclear sites: report + UN warns 14,000 babies in Gaza face death amid aid blockade + Andrew Cuomo under DOJ criminal investigation for Covid testimony + House GOP pushes trillion-dollar Medicaid and food stamp cuts + Senate passes no tax on tips bill unanimously + Ukrainian ex-politician shot dead outside Madrid American school + Pope Leo XIV appeals for humanitarian aid to Gaza + Trump pressures GOP for big budget bill vote + Elon Musk cuts political spending after heavy 2024 donations + Germany breaks up far-right teen group plotting attacks + Biden's last prostate cancer screening was in 2014, office confirms + South African President Ramaphosa to meet Trump at White House + Bloomberg Terminal outage disrupts traders + D.C. Councilman slams current stadium deal + TikTok influencer's son drowns days after emotional video + Pakistan suicide bomber kills children on school bus + Nancy Mace reveals nude photo in House hearing on voyeurism + M&S cyberattack to cost nearly one-third of annual profits + Pope Leo's MAGA brother meets Trump in Oval Office

Number 175 billion - Estimated cost of Trump's Golden Dome missile defense system.

Quote "I renew my appeal to allow the entry of dignified humanitarian aid and to put an end to the hostilities" — Pope Leo XIV

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TOPICS

Trump unveils $175B Golden Dome missile shield plan

Trump announces $25B startup fund for Golden Dome shield

Trump to announce Golden Dome missile defense today

President Donald Trump reveals a $175 billion 'Golden Dome' missile defense system aiming to protect the US from missile attacks, with plans to be operational by 2029, while Canada expresses interest in participation.

Israel may strike Iran nuclear sites — report

US intelligence warns Israel prepping Iran nuclear strike

US intel signals Israeli strike plans on Iranian nukes

Israeli military and US intelligence prepare for possible strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, escalating tensions amid fears of a broader conflict.

UN warns 14,000 Gaza babies face death amid blockade

Pope Leo XIV calls to end Gaza hostilities and aid siege

Pope urges Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens as the UN and Pope Leo XIV urge Israel to allow humanitarian aid amid warnings that thousands of babies may die without food and medical supplies.

DOJ opens criminal probe into Andrew Cuomo COVID testimony

Justice Department investigates Cuomo over pandemic claims

DOJ probing Cuomo amid his NYC mayoral bid

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces a criminal investigation by the Department of Justice over his testimony concerning the COVID-19 pandemic and nursing home deaths.

House GOP pushes nearly $1T cuts to Medicaid, food stamps

Trump urges GOP to back ‘big, beautiful’ budget bill

GOP lawmakers clash over Medicaid cuts in big bill push

House Republicans push sweeping cuts to Medicaid and food stamp programs as part of a nearly $1 trillion savings plan, stirring debate on potential impacts on millions.

Senate passes no tax on tips bill unanimously

US Senate approves Trump-backed no tax on tips act

No tax on tips legislation clears Senate by unanimous vote

Senate unanimously passes a bill eliminating federal income tax on tips, fulfilling President Trump's campaign promise and benefiting millions of service workers.

Ukrainian ex-politician shot dead outside Madrid school

Portnov, Ukrainian lawyer, killed in Madrid attack

Ukrainian politician gunned down while taking kids to school

Former Ukrainian politician Andrii Portnov was shot dead outside an American School in Madrid, highlighting the ongoing violence impacting political figures linked to the Ukraine conflict.

Pope Leo appeals for Gaza ceasefire and aid

Pope renews call to allow aid into Gaza, end hostilities

Pope condemns war, urges aid access in Gaza and Ukraine

Pope Leo XIV calls for ceasefire in Gaza and Ukraine, pressing for humanitarian aid access and an end to war, amid escalating global conflict.

Trump pressure fails to unite House GOP on megabill

Trump pushes GOP holdouts on big budget bill votes

GOP rebels challenge Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ bill

House Republicans face internal conflict as some members resist Trump's efforts to pass the 'big, beautiful' budget bill amid ongoing negotiations and political pressure.

Musk says he’s done with heavy political spending

Elon Musk to do ‘a lot less’ political funding

Elon Musk announces reduction in political spending after being a major donor during the 2024 election, signaling a shift in his political engagement strategy.

Germany busts teen far-right group planning attacks

Five teens arrested for far-right plot in Germany

Germany arrests five teenagers linked to a far-right group aiming to destabilize the country, highlighting concerns over extremist youth activities in Europe.

Biden’s last prostate screening was in 2014, office says

Biden had no prior cancer diagnosis before recent reveal

Biden’s last known PSA test from 2014 confirmed by spox

Reports confirm that former President Joe Biden's last prostate cancer screening occurred in 2014 and he was only recently diagnosed with an aggressive stage 4 form of the disease.

Ramaphosa to meet Trump amid US-South Africa tensions

South Africa’s leader to visit White House for talks

Ramaphosa heads to Washington to mend ties with Trump

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa travels to Washington to meet President Trump, aiming to repair and strengthen bilateral relations amid recent tensions.

Bloomberg Terminal outage rattles traders

Bloomberg Terminal experiences a major outage disrupting traders and financial markets, raising concerns over reliance on critical trading platforms.

D.C. Councilman blasts stadium deal as bad for city

D.C. Councilman criticizes current stadium deal, arguing it is unfavorable for the city, highlighting contentious local governance and urban development issues.

TikTok star’s son drowns days after heartfelt video

TikTok influencer Emilie Kiser posts emotional motherhood video days before her 3-year-old son tragically drowns, bringing attention to personal tragedy and social media impact.

Suicide bomber kills children in Pakistan school bus blast

School bus blast in Pakistan kills 4 children, wounds dozens

Pakistan car bomb targets school bus killing kids

A powerful suicide car bombing attack on a school bus in Pakistan's Balochistan region kills multiple children and adults, highlighting the ongoing violence and terrorism risks.

Nancy Mace shows nude photo in privacy hearing

Rep. Mace displays naked image amid voyeurism probe

Rep. Nancy Mace reveals non-consensual nude photos of herself during a House hearing about privacy violations, spotlighting issues around surveillance and consent.

M&S cyberattack to cost third of annual profits

Cyberattack on UK retailer Marks & Spencer will slash nearly one-third of its annual profits as online and in-store disruptions continue through July.

Pope Leo's MAGA brother meets Trump in White House

Pope Leo XIV’s older brother is pictured with President Trump in the Oval Office, marking a notable MAGA affiliation within the Vatican's family.

Donald Trump Jr. teases possible presidential bid

Trump Jr. says ‘that calling is there’ on presidency

Donald Trump Jr. hints at contemplating a presidential run in future, indicating ongoing political ambitions within the Trump family.

Storms and floods kill three in French Riviera

Flooding turns France holiday towns into warzones

Severe storms and flooding in southern France kill at least three people, turning popular holiday areas into disaster zones.

Nvidia CEO blasts US AI chip export curbs as failure

Nvidia chief says US chip controls backfired on China

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang criticizes US export controls on AI chips to China as a failure, noting they accelerated Chinese AI development and affected company market share.

SCOTUS restores voting rights for censured Maine lawmaker

Supreme Court backs lawmaker censured over trans sports post

The US Supreme Court restores Maine State Rep. Laurel Libby’s voting rights after she was censured for publicly opposing transgender athletes competing in girls' sports.

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