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Trump’s megabill nears final House vote after GOP holdouts relent

Hakeem Jeffries delays Trump bill vote with marathon speech

House advances big, beautiful bill toward final vote, setting stage for major Trump triumph

The US House is pushing forward President Trump's massive tax and spending package amidst delays and opposition. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is leading protracted speeches to stall the bill, while some GOP holdouts relent. The bill includes sweeping tax cuts, increased ICE funding, Medicaid cuts, and has sparked heated debates.

US Economy adds 147,000 jobs in June beating estimates

S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs on strong jobs data

US employers added surprising 147,000 jobs last month despite economic worries

Robust US labor market data shows surprising job growth and falling unemployment, boosting stock markets to record highs. Economists note the market's resilience despite uncertainties from trade tensions and fiscal policy.

Russian Navy deputy commander killed near Ukraine border

Israel intensifies Gaza strikes amid ceasefire talks

Trump and Putin hold sixth phone call this year

Global tension escalates with ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Israeli military actions, and diplomatic engagements. Russian Navy’s deputy commander killed near Ukraine; Israel strikes intensify in Gaza and near Beirut; Trump and Putin hold another call amidst the crisis.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs convicted on lesser prostitution charges

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces growing wave of civil suits post-trial

Sean 'Diddy' Combs will remain jailed pending sentencing over violence concerns

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces partial convictions and ongoing legal challenges after federal trial. Convicted on two lesser counts, his future remains uncertain with civil suits progressing and potential for pardon discussions.

Wildfires force 1,500 to evacuate on Greek island Crete

Wildfires erupt in California as drought expands

Wildfires devastate popular tourist regions prompting evacuations in Greece and California. Authorities battle blazes in Crete and other areas amid a broader heatwave, impacting thousands and causing travel disruptions.

Four dead and 14 injured in Chicago drive-by shooting

Man injures four in axe attack on German train before arrest

Multiple people stabbed at shopping centre in Finland

Tragic shootings unfold with multiple fatalities and injuries. Chicago experiences a deadly drive-by shooting killing four and wounding 14; German train attack injures four; and stabbing incidents stir panic in Finland.

Supreme Court to take up state bans on trans student athletes

Supreme Court to rule on state transgender student sports bans

Supreme Court agrees to hear cases involving transgender athletes

Supreme Court agrees to hear and decide multiple cases involving bans on transgender athletes in girls’ and women’s sports, signaling a landmark ruling on this cultural flashpoint in the coming term.

First immigration detainees arrive at Florida center in the Everglades

House Democrats filibuster but only delay final passage of Trump’s big bill

Democrats flip out about Alligator Alcatraz

US immigration enforcement intensifies with new detention centers and budget increases for ICE, sparking political fallout and protests. 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility opens in Florida, with criticism and calls for closure from Democrats.

US lifts export restrictions on chip-design software to China

Trump’s Vietnam trade deal aims to block China’s tariff evasion

Vietnam deal with US complicates trade with China

US-China trade tensions see latest developments as the Trump administration eases chip export restrictions to China but finalizes trade deals with Vietnam, targeting tariff evasion schemes and impacting global supply chains.

Two tourists killed by elephant on African safari

Elephant kills 2 female tourists from UK and New Zealand in Zambia

Deadly incidents involving tourists attacked by wildlife in Africa. Two elderly female tourists from the UK and New Zealand are killed by an elephant during a safari in Zambia, highlighting risks in wildlife tourism.

Thousands of passengers hit by French air traffic control strikes

WATCH: Airports brace for busy travel rush for Fourth of July

Fourth of July Travel: Flood Warning Issued as Weather Threatens Thousands

FAA and airlines prepare for busy Fourth of July holiday amid weather challenges and labor disruptions. Air traffic control strikes in France cause hundreds of flight cancellations impacting thousands of travelers during the peak holiday period.

Nvidia on track to become world’s most valuable company

CoreWeave deploys Nvidia’s latest AI chips in commercial cloud

Stock Market rallies on solid jobs report and tech strength

Nvidia approaches historic market valuation as US tech sector leads gains amid optimism from strong jobs data and AI advancements. CoreWeave and Nvidia collaborate on deploying latest AI chips in cloud servers, with significance for AI industry growth.

Wrongfully deported man claims torture in El Salvador prison

Federal judge blocks Trump asylum access suspension order

Judge orders Trump White House to comply with gag rules in Abrego case

Several lawsuits and legal developments related to immigration and deportations emerge. Wrongfully deported individuals allege torture abroad; federal judges issue rulings on Trump asylum policies and gag orders restricting public statements involving detainees.

Congressional intern fatally shot blocks from Capitol

Driver killed young mother during reckless crash, judge says

Four dead, 14 injured in Chicago shooting outside nightclub

Tragic deaths and legal cases reported, including congressional intern shot dead in Washington, driver killed young woman in crash, and mass shooting incidents. Public authorities mourn victims and press for justice amid ongoing violence.

US plans nuclear talks with Iran in Oslo next week

Trump speaks with Putin following Ukraine weapons halt

Trump and Ukraine's Zelenskyy to discuss weapons delivery pause

US international diplomacy efforts continue with nuclear talks planned with Iran, and US President Trump's communications with foreign leaders including Putin and Zelenskiy, amidst geopolitical disputes and weapons shipment suspensions.

Sinaloa Cartel member details violent faction war

Houston bail bondsmen, ICE officer indicted for bribery

UN: Gangs have near-total control of Haiti capital

Large-scale criminal and corruption investigations continue worldwide. Sinaloa Cartel faction war discussed; federal bribery scandal in Houston; UN reports gangs control Haiti’s capital amid escalating violence.

Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down anti-abortion law

Supreme Court to hear bans on transgender athletes in girls sports

Federal judge allows deportation for Colorado terror suspect’s family

US and international courts engage in major rulings involving abortion laws and transgender rights. Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down 1849 abortion law; several Supreme Court cases on transgender athlete bans pending; federal judges make key deportation rulings.

Wildfire rages on Greek island Crete prompting mass evacuation

Wildfires in eastern Germany force evacuations and injure firefighters

Elderly man dies amidst raging Turkey wildfires

Severe wildfires cause evacuations and disrupt life in Europe and the US. Wildfires blaze through Crete and Germany; elderly man dies in Turkey fires; evacuations continue as heatwave persists across regions.

Zohran Mamdani stirs controversy in NYC Democratic mayoral race

Pro-Hamas protests prompt 24/7 security for Michigan Regents

CNN commentator Bakari Sellers humiliates self over Trump children

Black Lives Matter and racial justice protests and political controversies grow. New York Mayor primaries incite heated exchanges; activists accused of causing security concerns; media and politicians clash over rhetoric and policy.

Delta plane wing flap detaches mid-flight lands in driveway

Skydiving plane crashes in New Jersey injuring at least 15

Airline and transport incidents cause disruption and investigations. Delta Airlines wing flap separates mid-flight; skydiving plane crashes in New Jersey injuring multiple; French air traffic control strikes cancel thousands of flights during holiday travel.

Trump settles 60 Minutes lawsuit with CBS for $16 million

CBS News staffers mourn Trump settlement blow to journalism

Trump escalates threats to jail political foes

Legal battles, settlements, and controversies in media and politics continue. Trump settles lawsuit with CBS for $16M; media insiders voice outrage; Trump pushes aggressive immigration and political tactics.

Baidu overhauls search engine with AI features

US eases chip-design software export curbs to China

US and global tech companies advance AI and trade initiatives. Nvidia and partners roll out new AI chips and servers; Baidu enhances search with AI; US eases some chip export restrictions; debates over AI regulations continue.