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Senate Scrapes By to Advance Trump's ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

Senate Republicans narrowly cleared a major procedural hurdle late Saturday to begin debate on President Trump's massive tax and spending package amid tense negotiations and GOP dissent. Vice President JD Vance was key in breaking the deadlock as conservatives hold sway over the bill’s fate.

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24 Hours Supreme Court enforces nationwide 'Don't Say Gay' school opt-outs + Ukraine loses F-16 pilot amid massive Russian air assault + Russia launches biggest aerial attack on Ukraine since war's start + Senate Republicans advance Trump's megabill after tense late-night vote + Israeli airstrike kills Hamas co-founder in Gaza + Trump threatens GOP senator with primary challenge over megabill vote + Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions in Trump birthright citizenship case + Hundreds protest Bezos wedding in Venice amid overtourism anger + White House joins Minnesota funeral for slain lawmaker Melissa Hortman + Iranian state funeral held for commanders killed in 12-day war + Senate GOP removes public land sell-off from Trump megabill + Elon Musk blasts Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' as 'utterly insane' + NATO jets scramble after massive Russian missile barrage on Ukraine + Ugandan President seeks seventh term edging toward 50 years in power + Biden and Harris attend Minnesota lawmaker's funeral with Gov. Walz + Deadly stampede kills 3 at eastern India Hindu festival + Russian drones strike Odesa, killing 2 and injuring 17 + Iran IAEA chief says uranium enrichment could resume within months + DHS mocked for 'Alligator Alcatraz' ICE detention center image + Israel considers new Gaza offensive as ceasefire talks stall

Number 537 - Number of missiles and drones Russia launched in overnight attack on Ukraine

Quote “It’s not the hurt feelings of judges: it is the separation of powers at stake.” — Chief Justice John Roberts

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Senate Advances Trump’s 'Big Beautiful Bill' After Intense Negotiations

Trump Threatens GOP Senator With Primary Over Bill Opposition

Senate GOP Drops Public Land Sell-Off From Megabill

The Senate is pushing forward President Donald Trump's expansive tax and spending bill amid fierce intra-party conflict. Key holdouts and defections threaten its passage, while amendments scale back Medicaid and energy incentives. Vice President JD Vance plays a pivotal role tying the vote.

Ukraine Loses F-16 Pilot Amid Largest Russian Airstrike Yet

Russia Launches Largest Air Assault on Ukraine Since War Began

NATO Scrambles Warplanes After Russia Fires 500+ Missiles

Ukraine faces heavy Russian aerial attacks including missile and drone barrages. Ukrainian forces lose F-16 pilots defending key cities. NATO scrambles jets fearing conflict spills into neighboring countries. Ukraine claims destruction of Russian helicopters and air defenses in Crimea.

Israel Kills Hamas Co-Founder in Gaza City Airstrike

Israeli Strikes Kill Over 60 in Gaza As Ceasefire Nears

Hamas Founder 'Eliminated' in Targeted Israeli Strike

The Israeli military continues targeted strikes against Hamas leaders including the reported killing of co-founder Hakham Muhammad Issa Al-Issa. Casualties rise amid ongoing airstrikes on Gaza despite ceasefire hopes. Hostage negotiations and new Gaza operation strategies remain stalled.

Supreme Court Limits Nationwide Injunctions in Birthright Case

SCOTUS Hands Trump Major Win Against Liberal Injunction Abuse

Parents Can Opt Kids Out of LGBTQ School Materials Nationwide

The Supreme Court hands President Trump critical victories including limiting nationwide injunctions and upholding parental rights to opt children out of LGBTQ+ curricula nationwide. The Court also curbs district courts' ability to block administration actions, delivering a setback to liberal opposition.

Hundreds Protest Jeff Bezos Wedding in Venice Over Tourism Woes

'Kisses Yes, Bezos No': Venice Wedding Protesters Rally Streets

Bezos Wedding Sparks Division Amid Venice Festivities

Massive protests erupt in Venice against Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's extravagant wedding that draws hundreds of celebrities but sparks backlash over overtourism. Demonstrations continue throughout the three-day event with slogans opposing the billionaire’s presence in the lagoon city.

Biden, Harris Attend Funeral for Slain Minnesota Lawmaker

Massive Funeral Held for Melissa Hortman and Husband Mark

Minnesota mourns slain state House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark in a widely attended funeral with former President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Governor Tim Walz joining grieving supporters to honor their lasting legacy.

Iran Holds State Funeral for Commanders Killed in Gaza War

IAEA Chief Warns Iran Could Enrich Uranium Within Months

Hundreds Mourn Iranian Military Figures Killed in Conflict

Iran holds large state funerals for commanders and nuclear scientists killed in recent conflicts with Israel, drawing hundreds of thousands in Tehran. Meanwhile, the IAEA chief warns Iran could resume uranium enrichment within months despite recent attacks on nuclear sites.

Environmental Groups Sue to Stop Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

Protesters Line Florida Highway Opposing ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

DeSantis Defends ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ as Immigration Solution

The environmental and immigration debate heats up in Florida around the 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center in the Everglades. Lawsuits and protests allege ecological damage and criticise detention conditions, while Governor Ron DeSantis promotes the facility as a crackdown on illegal immigration.

Trump Administration Ends Deportation Protection for Haitians

DHS Raids LA Home Linked to Iranian Human Smuggling Ring

ICE Arrests Surge Nationwide Under Trump Administration

Legal battles and controversies escalate over immigration enforcement and deportation policies under the Trump administration, including swim lane changes to Temporary Protected Status affecting Haitians, ICE raids against Iranian smuggling rings, and heightened arrests of foreigners and alleged criminals nationwide.

Nvidia Execs Dump $1B In Stock Amid Tech Rally

Meta Poaches Four More OpenAI AI Researchers

Warren Buffett Donates $6 Billion Stock to Five Foundations

The corporate and Wall Street world reacts in turmoil over tech stock rallies, AI research poaching, and government investments. Nvidia executives sell over $1B in shares, Meta hires top AI researchers from OpenAI amidst competition, and Warren Buffett donates $6 billion worth of stock to foundations.

Russia Instructs China on Beating US and NATO Arms

NATO Scrambles Jets Over Growing Russian Military Moves

Putin's Massive Missile Offensive Sparks NATO Response

Russia and China deepen military cooperation to counter US and NATO weaponry, with Russia sharing tactics amid ongoing Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile, US-led NATO scrambles jets in response to Russian aerial threats in Europe, signalling rising geopolitical tensions.

Big Trump Wins Amid Close Supreme Court Term

Trump Praises Court for Undoing Birthright Citizenship 'Scam'

Justice Kagan Slammed Over Hypocrisy on Nationwide Injunctions

High-impact Supreme Court rulings and political battles mark the term's end, including big wins and setbacks for Trump, controversies over 'Don't Say Gay' policies, and renewed fights over birthright citizenship that shape the national political landscape.

Southern Europe Endures Scorching First Summer Heatwave

Deadly Floods Kill 32 in Pakistan As Monsoon Rains Devastate

Experts Warn of Rising Emotional Toll from Climate Change

Environmental and climate crises dominate headlines with new heatwaves in Europe and the US, flooding disasters in Pakistan and India, and warnings about the emotional toll of climate change especially on youth. Governments and activists push for stronger climate action ahead of major summits.

Thousands Defy Budapest Pride Ban in Massive March

Far-Left NYC Candidate Mamdani Faces Racism, Islamophobia

NYC Caps Pride Month With Mix of Party and Protest

Sharp social and political clashes unfold around LGBTQ+ rights and activism: Budapest Pride marches despite bans, New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faces both support and Islamophobic attacks, and debate continues around school curricula and Pride Month events across major cities.

Washington Post Journalist Charged With Child Pornography

Funeral Home Owner Gets 20 Years for Stashing Decayed Bodies

27 Arrested in Chicago Human Trafficking Sting

Major crime and legal developments including high-profile arrests, investigations and convictions: Washington Post journalist charged with child pornography possession; Colorado funeral home owner sentenced for corpse mistreatment; multiple arrests in human trafficking, and hate crimes surface nationwide.

Sudan War Overwhelms Border Town As Refugees Flood Chad

Armenia Cracks Down With Top Cleric Arrested in Coup Probe

Serbian Police Clash With Anti-Govt Protesters in Belgrade

International conflicts and diplomacy see continued turmoil: Sudan civil war overflows into Chad; Armenia arrests a top cleric over coup allegations; tensions rise in Serbia with anti-government protests; Taliban government in Afghanistan seeks tourism opportunities amid instability.

Landslide in Colombia Kills 22, Dozens Missing

Teen Shark Attacked in New York Beach Incident

Severe Storms Cancel Hundreds of Flights at Atlanta Airport

Natural disasters and accidents cause fatalities and disruptions: deadly landslide hits Colombia killing 22; shark attacks reported in New York and Australia; heavy storms cancel flights at Atlanta airport; tragic deaths and injuries in various incidents across the US and abroad.

Zohran Mamdani Sparks GOP Attacks and Surprising Praise

Trump Declares War on Deep State Leakers

Senate GOP Grapples With Divisions Over Trump Megabill

Controversial political figures and movements stir debate and unrest: Zohran Mamdani's rise to NYC mayoral candidacy ignites conservative attacks and praise; Trump escalates attack on critics and opponents; GOP senators navigate infighting amid Trump's legislative agenda; rising concerns about socialism and political shifts.

DOJ Fires Three Key Jan. 6 Prosecutors

UVA President Resigns Amid Trump-Era DEI Probe

Senate Dems To Force Reading Of Megabill To Delay Vote

US domestic policy and judicial proceedings impact government operations: DOJ abruptly fires three January 6 prosecutors; University of Virginia president resigns amid DEI controversy; legislation to limit Trump's military actions on Iran fails; and Senate Democrats plan to slow megabill passage with reading demands.

Markets Rally On Tech Stocks Despite Economic Risks

Gas Prices Hit Four-Year Low After Middle East Ceasefire

Falling Home Prices Stoke Deeper Housing Market Correction Fears

Significant economic and market developments emerge: Wall Street record highs amid tech rally, but falling home prices raise recession fears; oil prices hit four-year lows; debates around tariffs and domestic manufacturing continue; and major wealth transfers via philanthropy recorded.

Tesla Makes First Fully Autonomous Car Delivery

Authors Push Publishers To Curb AI Usage

FBI Warns Aviation Industry of Hacker Targeting

AI and technology sectors face industry shifts and controversies: Meta intensifies recruitment from OpenAI; Authors petition to limit AI use in publishing; Tesla debuts first fully autonomous vehicle delivery; prominent AI assistants unveil novel features; and FBI warns aviation industry of increased hacker threats.

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