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Israeli embassy staffers slain in DC terror attack

Suspect charged with murder in Israeli embassy shooting

DC Jewish Museum shooting suspect fired after victims down: affidavit

Two Israeli Embassy staffers were fatally shot in Washington D.C. outside the Capital Jewish Museum, sparking investigations into the incident as both a hate crime and act of terror. Suspect Elias Rodriguez has been charged with murder, and the event has raised concerns about security and antisemitism.

Trump administration blocks Harvard foreign student visas

Judge blocks Trump’s move to revoke international student status

DHS Secretary Noem blocks Harvard foreign student enrollment

The Trump administration has blocked Harvard University from enrolling international students, escalating a feud over campus antisemitism and student protests. Federal judges have partially blocked some of these restrictions, but thousands of students face uncertain futures due to visa revocation and enrollment blocks.

Supreme Court allows Trump to fire independent agency heads

Supreme Court upholds Trump’s firing powers in agency dispute

Supreme Court clears way for Trump to fire agency leaders

The U.S. Supreme Court has granted President Donald Trump significant authority to remove heads of independent federal agencies, including ruling on related pending cases. This decision is a major political victory for the Trump administration and affects the control of multiple watchdog agencies.

House passes Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill

House GOP passes Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' barely

Senate GOP prepare to rewrite Trump’s megabill

House Republicans narrowly passed President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill dubbed "One Big Beautiful Bill," featuring major tax cuts and spending changes. The bill now faces an uncertain future in the Senate, with some GOP senators expressing skepticism or intent to amend it.

San Diego plane crash kills multiple, ignites homes

Multiple deaths in San Diego private plane crash

Plane may have clipped power lines before San Diego crash

A private plane crashed into a military housing neighborhood in San Diego, killing multiple people and causing extensive property damage. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause, with early reports of potential power line collision prior to the crash.

Trump hosts private dinner for biggest meme coin buyers

Trump meme coin dinner sparks ethics questions

Democrats decry exec crypto dinner as 'orgy of corruption'

President Donald Trump hosted an exclusive private dinner for the top 220 investors in his meme cryptocurrency at his golf club, raising ethical concerns and drawing protests from Democrats and some Republicans. The event signifies Trump's ongoing involvement in crypto despite widespread skepticism.

US sanctions Sudan for chemical weapons use in war

The U.S. government has imposed new sanctions on Sudan after finding its use of chemical weapons in ongoing conflict. This move underscores the serious concerns regarding violations of international laws and escalates diplomatic tensions in the region.

North Korea vows arrests over failed naval ship launch

North Korea is intensifying investigations and targeting individuals responsible for a failed naval ship launch. This heightened scrutiny signals internal repercussions within the regime following recent military setbacks.

Pay raises promised for Army paratroopers

The Pentagon announced planned pay raises for U.S. Army paratroopers, signaling support and recognition for military troops and their families during ongoing defense reorganization efforts.

FTC investigates Media Matters for advertiser collusion

Trump administration probes Media Matters amid lawsuits

Federal regulators open probe into Media Matters

Various Federal Trade Commission actions target leftist watchdog Media Matters amid allegations of collusion with advertisers. The Trump administration continues investigations and increases regulatory pressure on the group, reflecting ongoing political tensions in media oversight.

Trump blocks Harvard foreign student enrollment program

Trump probes diversity efforts at Virginia high school

Illegal admissions policy probed at Virginia school

The Trump administration escalated its campaign against diversity and immigration, blocking international student visas at Harvard and investigating alleged illegal admissions policies at Virginia schools. These moves are part of broader efforts to reshape education and immigration policy.

RFK Jr. unveils alarming MAHA child health report

MAHA report cites ultra-processed foods driving child illness

Health Secretary RFK Jr. issues childhood disease alert

The latest 'Make America Healthy Again' (MAHA) report led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warns of growing childhood chronic illnesses, attributing causes to diet, chemicals, and medical overuse. The report fuels debate over public health policies and vaccine skepticism.

Senate GOP promise to change Trump’s megabill

Senate debates fate of Trump’s big tax-spend bill

Republicans balk at Trump’s tax and spending package

Senate Republicans are preparing to revise the House-passed 'Big Beautiful Bill,' signaling internal party debate over the sweeping tax and spending legislation backed by President Trump. The bill faces uncertain prospects as negotiations continue.

G7 threatens more sanctions as Ukraine war drags on

Trump says Putin isn’t ready to end Ukraine war

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine remains tense, with G7 finance ministers threatening further sanctions on Russia. The international community watches closely as Donald Trump comments on political developments and Zelenskyvows continued fighting.

Supreme Court shields Fed against Trump firings

Fed insulated as Trump gains firing rights elsewhere

SCOTUS lets Trump fire key agency leaders but spares Fed

The Federal Reserve received a tentative legal shield from firings by the Supreme Court, easing worries about its independence amid a ruling that allows President Trump to remove other independent agency leaders.

FTC drops Biden-era price discrimination suit vs PepsiCo

Lawsuit against PepsiCo dismissed by Federal Trade Commission

FTC nixes antitrust lawsuit targeting PepsiCo

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission dropped a Biden-era lawsuit against PepsiCo over alleged price discrimination. The case's dismissal reflects shifts in regulatory focus under the current administration.

House passes Trump’s tax cuts and Medicaid cuts bill

Trump-backed bill faces criticism for Medicaid slashes

Bill slashes health access, passes by narrow GOP majority

The House narrowly passed a controversial bill promising extensive tax breaks, Medicaid cuts, and other conservative priorities backed by President Trump. The legislation faces sharp criticism for its social impacts and faces challenges in the Senate.

House Oversight demands Biden aides testify on health cover-up

Federal judge blocks Trump Education Dept dismantling order

Supreme Court lets Trump keep agency board members sidelined

Political tensions rise as various investigations and legal battles focus on former and current government officials, including probes into Biden's health cover-up, Trump administration dismissals, and federal rule changes blocked by judges.

FDA advisers recommend updates to COVID vaccines

Trump orders drug price cuts amid vaccine and COVID debate

Controversy grows over Trump administration's vaccine policies

The pandemic and its vaccines remain a subject of public debate as FDA vaccine advisers review updates to COVID shots, with recent executive orders by President Trump to control drug prices spurring controversies and conspiracy claims.

G7 pledges to tackle global economic imbalances

JPMorgan’s Dimon warns US stagflation risk

China and US trade dialogue shows signs of progress

G7 finance ministers pledge to counter China’s trade practices amid broader economic concerns, while tensions persist over tariffs and stimulus plans in the US and global markets.

NOAA predicts active 2025 hurricane season

Hurricane season expected above average with major storms

Concerns over disaster relief after FEMA leadership overhaul

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is forecast to be above normal, fueling concerns about preparedness amid federal budget cuts and questions about FEMA response capability.

North Korea probes failed ship launch

Iran threatens to move nuclear materials to avoid strikes

Russia readies for major POW exchange with Ukraine

North Korea, Russia, and Iran are increasing military and nuclear activity. North Korea investigates failed naval tests, Iran threatens to conceal nuclear materials, and Russia prepares for prisoner exchanges amid ongoing global tensions.