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Diddy guilty on prostitution charges not racketeering - verdict in

Jury splits on Diddy charges acquits top counts convicts lesser

Sean Combs sex trafficking case ends in split verdict

The ongoing trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs concludes with a mixed verdict, acquitting him of most serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges but convicting him on prostitution-related counts, raising questions about sentencing and judicial repercussions.

Trump’s tax and spending megabill squeaks past Senate

House GOP scramble to pass Trump megabill by July Fourth

Big bill sparks Republican rebellion as House vote looms

President Donald Trump's massive tax and spending bill, dubbed the 'Big Beautiful Bill', passed narrowly in the Senate, facing GOP divisions and a challenging House vote amid last-minute lobbying and party splits.

Microsoft to cut 9,000 employees in latest mass layoff

Tech giant Microsoft lays off thousands in major cut

Microsoft confirms layoffs impacting 4% of workforce

Microsoft announces major layoffs affecting up to 9,000 employees across divisions in its largest cut since 2023, signaling continued corporate restructuring amid economic pressures.

US pauses shipments of key weapons to Ukraine

US halts some arms shipments amid stockpile concerns

Pentagon freezes certain weapon deliveries to Ukraine

The US government halts some shipments of air defense and precision weapons to Ukraine, citing concerns over declining US military stockpiles as Russian forces intensify attacks, stirring geopolitical tensions.

Trump seals US-Vietnam trade deal before tariff deadline

President Trump declares major trade victory with Vietnam

US and Vietnam reach sensitive trade pact under Trump

President Trump announces a new trade deal with Vietnam ahead of the upcoming tariff deadline, aiming to secure wide market access and bolster US economic ties with a key partner.

Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down 1849 abortion ban

Liberal majority ends nearly two-century-old abortion ban

High court rules Wisconsin abortion ban no longer valid

Wisconsin's Supreme Court invalidates the state's 176-year-old abortion ban in a close 4-3 ruling, sustaining abortion access under modern laws and quashing archaic restrictions.

Hamas open to Gaza truce but rejects Trump 60-day deal

Terror group studies ceasefire proposals refuses temporary pact

Hamas ready for ceasefire yet declines US-backed pause

Hamas signals openness to a ceasefire with Israel but rejects a 60-day truce proposal backed by President Trump, maintaining demands for a full end to conflict as negotiations continue.

Paramount pays Trump $16M to settle 60 Minutes lawsuit

CBS parent company caves pays millions over Trump suit

Legal battle ends as Paramount shells out $16 million to Trump

Paramount Global settles President Trump's lawsuit over edits to a '60 Minutes' Kamala Harris interview by agreeing to pay $16 million, raising concerns about media independence and fair reporting.

Illegal crossings plummet to record low in June

Trump effect credited as border arrests hit all-time lows

Border czar touts zero admissions for illegal aliens in June

Illegal border crossings into the U.S. plunge to historic lows, attributed by border officials to administration policies, marking a significant shift in migration trends for June.

Israel signals commitment to ceasefire deal talks

Israeli officials optimistic on truce amid diplomatic talks

Israel expresses seriousness about reaching a ceasefire in Gaza amid ongoing conflict, citing positive diplomatic signals as a possible breakthrough looms between Israeli and Palestinian factions.

Judge stops Trump admin from ending Haitian deportation relief

Court halts accelerated deportation move for Haitians

Federal judge blocks the Trump administration’s effort to end temporary deportation protections for hundreds of thousands of Haitians, delivering a legal setback amid ongoing immigration policy conflicts.

House races to pass Trump megabill amid disruptions

Late scramble as lawmakers race back to DC for vote

White House summons GOP holdouts amid bill fight

House Republican leaders and the White House make a final push to secure passage of Trump’s expansive budget bill amid weather-related travel disruptions and GOP resistance ahead of a critical vote.

Russia escalates offensives as US arms halt shakes Ukraine

Russian strikes surge after US cuts weapon shipments

Ukraine battles intensify amid diminished Western aid

Russian military intensifies multi-front offensives in Ukraine, coinciding with U.S. decision to halt or cut weapon shipments due to depleted stockpiles amid escalating Eastern European conflict.

Massive fireworks blast shakes California community

Residents flee as California fireworks warehouse explodes

Fireworks warehouse in California suffers huge explosion days ahead of Fourth of July, sparking fires and forcing evacuations, heightening concerns over safety during busy holiday season.

North Korea to send 30k more troops to back Russian fight

North Korea reportedly plans to deploy an additional 30,000 troops to bolster Russian efforts in Ukraine, following high casualties and recent displays of leader Kim Jong-un's mourning.

Trump tours ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Florida migrant jail

Border czar praises ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ to target criminals

New Florida detention center sparks controversy and deaths

Trump administration’s new immigration detention center in Florida, dubbed ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ opens amidst rising deaths in ICE custody, drawing both political support and activist resistance.

Judge blocks Trump bid to end Haitian deportation shield

US federal judge blocks the Trump administration from ending temporary legal status protections for Haitian nationals, marking ongoing legal resistance to immigration enforcement efforts.

Private sector loses 33K jobs in June amid slowdown

Unexpected job market contraction hits private payrolls

ADP reports unexpected drop of 33,000 jobs in private sector for June, signaling possible economic weakening and raising concerns for labor market and policy makers.

Paramount agrees $16 million Trump settlement over ’60 Minutes’

Paramount Global agrees to a $16 million settlement with President Trump over a lawsuit concerning the editing of a ‘60 Minutes’ interview with Kamala Harris, avoiding a prolonged legal battle.

Wisconsin court nixes 176-year-old abortion ban

High court affirms modern abortion rights in Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Supreme Court’s liberal majority strikes down the state’s 176-year-old abortion ban, reinforcing legal protections amid ongoing national debate over abortion rights.

Trump pressures House GOP on megabill amid feud with Musk

Trump praises ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ amid political battles

Trump claims Israel agreed to ceasefire warns Hamas

President Trump escalates feud with Elon Musk, praises Israel ceasefire deal, and pressures Congress to pass his megabill while warning Democrats and addressing immigration enforcement policies.

Trump admin freezes $6B+ in after-school and camp funds

Conflict flares between LA mayor and ICE over immigration raids

Biden's administration and Trump's policies stir controversy over immigration enforcement, funding for after-school programs, and clashes between local authorities and federal agencies.

Ukraine fears after US halts key military support

Russian strikes intensify in Ukraine following US decision to halt weapons shipments, leading to increased battlefield pressure and strategic recalculations.

Huge blast razes California fireworks warehouse

Fireworks warehouse in California explodes causing multiple fires and evacuations, just days before major Independence Day celebrations, highlighting safety risks.

Tesla sales tumble 14% as Musk’s politics hit brand

Nvidia leads Wall Street with fresh rally optimism

Microsoft confirms layoffs as gaming division cuts deepen

Tech and economic developments include Tesla's declining sales amidst political backlash, Nvidia's market surge, and Microsoft’s continued workforce reductions.