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Trump Halts Student Visa Interviews Amid Social Media Vetting

Trump Admin Pauses Student Visa Interviews and Prepares for Social Media Checks

Trump administration enforces tighter immigration rules targeting foreign students with pauses on visa interviews and plans for expanded social media vetting, intensifying scrutiny on international applicants and affecting universities like Harvard.

SpaceX Starship Test Flight Spins Out of Control Again

SpaceX’s Starship Test-Flight Loses Control 30 Minutes After Launch

SpaceX Launches Another Starship Mega Rocket—Flight Out of Control

SpaceX’s latest Starship test flight ended in a loss of control, marking the third consecutive failure as the company strives to perfect its massive mega rocket for moon and Mars missions, renewing concerns over program stability.

Trump Plans Pardons for Reality Stars Todd and Julie Chrisley

Trump to Pardon Reality TV Stars Todd and Julie Chrisley

President Trump Will Pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley After Fraud Convictions

President Donald Trump plans to pardon reality television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, convicted of fraud and tax evasion, signaling a controversial shift in his use of presidential pardons to aid allies and supporters.

Hundreds of Drones Attack Moscow, Russia Claims Defense Success

Ukraine-Russia War Intensifies with Mass Drone Assaults on Moscow

Large-scale drone attacks on Moscow caused disruptions, with Russia shooting down nearly 300 Ukrainian drones overnight, intensifying the conflict as the Ukraine-Russia war continues.

Judge Blocks Trump Order Targeting WilmerHale Law Firm

Judge Strikes Down Trump Order Targeting WilmerHale Firm

Trump Loses Another Legal Battle Over Law Firm Sanctions

A federal judge permanently blocked President Trump's executive order targeting the law firm WilmerHale, critiquing the administration’s efforts as unconstitutional and continuing a string of legal setbacks for Trump’s legal crackdown.

Chaos Erupts at New Gaza Aid Distribution Site

Dozens Wounded After Israel Opens Fire at Gaza Aid Hub

Gaza Aid Hub Attack Leaves 1 Dead and 48 Injured

The new aid distribution system in Gaza, backed by the U.S. and Israel, quickly collapsed amid chaotic crowds and violent incidents, leading to casualties and criticism from international organizations concerned about the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

UN Nuclear Watchdog Says 'Jury Still Out' on Iran-US Talks

The UN nuclear watchdog expressed cautious optimism over ongoing Iran-US talks, but emphasized that outcomes remain uncertain as negotiations continue to address nuclear concerns.

Germany, Ukraine Leaders to Meet Amid Growing War Pressure

Zelenskyy to Meet Germany's Merz to Seek More Support

Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy as the European nation plays a more assertive role supporting Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict with Russia.

Trump Pushes Canada to Join US as 51st State Over Missile Shield

Trump Claims Canada Considering Statehood to Avoid $61B Defense Fee

Trump Offers Canada Free Missile Shield If It Joins US

President Trump suggested Canada could become the 51st U.S. state in exchange for avoiding costs associated with his 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, a claim met with widespread skepticism and political backlash.

California Changes Girls Track Rules After Trump Threat

California Sports Federation Tweaks Rules Over Trans Athlete Issue

California Alters Track Eligibility After Trump Funding Threat

California altered girls’ high school track and field rules following threats by President Trump to revoke federal funding over participation of transgender athletes, sparking controversy over sports eligibility policies.

DOJ Sues North Carolina Over Faulty Voter Rolls

Trump Administration Takes Legal Action Against NC Election Board

The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against North Carolina, accusing state election officials of failing to properly maintain accurate voter registration records, escalating legal battles over election integrity.

Elon Musk Slams Trump’s Tax and Spending Bill

Musk Disappointed by GOP ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Elon Musk Says Trump Spending Bill Undermines DOGE Mission

Elon Musk publicly criticized the tax and spending package championed by President Trump, expressing disappointment that it would undermine cost-cutting efforts at his Department of Government Efficiency.

Ex-Russian President Warns of World War III Threat

Russia’s Medvedev Raises Nuclear War Specter Amid Ukraine Tensions

Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev issued alarming rhetoric about the potential for World War III amid rising tensions between the US and Russia related to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Secret Service Agents Suspended After Fight Outside Obama Home

Two Secret Service Agents Brawled Near Obama’s Mansion, Suspended

Two Secret Service agents were suspended after being caught fighting outside former President Barack Obama's Washington, D.C., residence, raising concerns about conduct within the elite protection agency.

Trump Pardons Corrupt Former Virginia Sheriff

President Trump Grants Pardon to Ex-Sheriff in Corruption Case

President Trump pardoned a former Virginia sheriff convicted of corruption, part of a broader pattern of controversial pardons under his administration sparking debate over law enforcement and justice standards.

Czech Republic Blames China for Cyberattack on Ministry

China Accused of Malicious Cyber Campaign Against Czech Foreign Ministry

China was accused by the Czech Republic of conducting a cyberattack on its foreign ministry, leading to diplomatic tensions and further scrutiny of state-sponsored cyber operations affecting international relations.

Senate GOP Pushes Russia Sanctions Amid Ukraine War

Republican Senators Urge Tougher Sanctions on Moscow

Senate Republicans are pressing President Trump to impose new sanctions on Russia in light of intensified military attacks on Ukraine, emphasizing a more aggressive stance to push Russia towards negotiations.

Trump Administration Warns States on Medicaid for Illegals

Federal Officials Crack Down on Illegal Immigrant Access to Medicaid

The Trump administration is warning state governments that Medicaid funds used for illegal immigrants will face increased scrutiny and enforcement, signaling a crackdown on welfare benefits misuse.

Forces Fire on Crowd Overrunning Gaza Aid Site, 1 Dead, 48 Injured

An aid distribution site in Gaza faced violent clashes when forces opened fire on a crowd overrunning the facility, resulting in deaths and numerous injuries, worsening the humanitarian situation amid the conflict.

Judge Blocks Trump From Ending NYC Congestion Pricing

Federal Judge Halts Trump Administration Move Against NYC Toll

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to halt New York City’s congestion pricing plan, maintaining the city’s authority to charge drivers entering Manhattan and complicating the administration’s policy agenda.

Trump Administration Sues North Carolina Over Voter Rolls

DOJ Challenges North Carolina Election Board Over Registration Records

The Trump administration is suing North Carolina over allegedly inaccurate voter registration rolls, accusing the state's election board of violating federal laws related to maintaining accurate voter lists.

NPR Sues Trump Over Federal Funding Cut

National Public Radio Takes Legal Action Against Trump Funding Order

NPR has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration challenging the executive order that ceases its federal funding, claiming that the move violates the First Amendment and constitutional rights to free speech.