Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill Passes Narrowly—Major Policy Shift Hits Desk
After months of political strife, President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, dubbed the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill,’ secured a narrow 218-214 House victory. This major legislation delivers significant tax cuts, Medicaid rollbacks, and new immigration enforcement funds, marking a pivotal shift in U.S. domestic policy.
Number 72.2 million - Expected number of Americans traveling for Fourth of July weekend
Quote "I think it’ll have a huge impact on 2026" — Karl Rove on Trump’s big bill passage
Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill Passes Narrowly in House
Trump Takes Victory Lap After House Passes Megabill
House Passes Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill in Triumph
President Donald Trump's signature legislation, the 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' passes narrowly in the House, marking a major domestic policy victory with sweeping tax cuts, Medicaid cuts, and expanded immigration enforcement funding.
Russia Launches Heaviest Drone and Missile Attack on Kyiv
Trump Says Call with Putin Yields No Ukraine Ceasefire Progress
Russia Pounds Kyiv in Largest Assault Since War Began
Russia intensifies its war on Ukraine with the largest missile and drone barrage on Kyiv since the war began, following a disappointing phone call between Presidents Trump and Putin that yielded no progress on a ceasefire.
Dozens Killed in Gaza During Aid Attempts
Israeli Strikes Kill 15 in Gaza as Trump Awaits Hamas Response
UN Reports 613 Gaza Killings Near Aid Sites
Violence escalates in Gaza with Israeli airstrikes killing dozens of Palestinians, including those waiting for humanitarian aid, amidst ongoing ceasefire negotiations and humanitarian crisis.
California’s Madre Fire Becomes State’s Largest Blaze in 2025
Wildfires Rage in Greece and Turkey, Thousands Evacuated
Firefighters Battle Crete Wildfire as Temperatures Soar
California faces severe wildfire threats as the Madre Fire explodes to become the state's largest blaze of the year, prompting evacuations and firefighting efforts amid extreme heat.
Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrested by ICE Over Cartel Ties
Julio César Chávez Jr Detained for Deportation in US
ICE Arrests Mexican Boxer Chávez Jr for Sinaloa Cartel Links
Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. is arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement for alleged involvement with the Sinaloa cartel and faces deportation amidst organized crime charges.
Huge Explosion Rocks Rome Gas Station, Dozens Injured
Gas Station Explosion Injures Multiple in Rome
Petrol Station Blast in Rome Sparks Fire and Injuries
An explosion at a gas station in Rome leaves dozens injured, causing widespread damage and prompting emergency response, adding to concerns over firework-related incidents during the holiday.
200 Marines Deployed to Aid ICE Immigration Crackdown in Florida
US Military Assists ICE with Deportations in Florida
The U.S. deploys 200 Marines to Florida to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement with deportation efforts, signaling an intensified crackdown on illegal immigration in the region.
Supreme Court Clears Deportations to South Sudan for Criminal Aliens
High Court Sides with Trump on Deporting Illegal Criminals
SCOTUS Smacks Down Lower Court Blocking Deportation Orders
Supreme Court allows Trump administration to deport criminal illegal immigrants to South Sudan despite objections, marking a controversial immigration enforcement ruling.
Israeli Military Kills 15 in Gaza as Ceasefire Talks Loom
Israel Strikes Kill Dozens Amid Ceasefire Negotiations
Hamas Consults Factions Over Gaza Ceasefire Proposal
Israeli forces kill 15 Palestinians in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and as US President Trump awaits Hamas's response to ceasefire proposals.
Record 72.2M Americans Travel Over July 4 Holiday Weekend
Severe Storms Threaten Holiday Travel for Millions
Heat and Storms Clash with Record July 4 Travel Surge
A historic record number of 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel over the July 4 weekend, as severe storms and heat pose travel dangers and disrupt plans.
House Freedom Caucus Backs Trump Megabill After Pressure
Freedom Caucus’ Final Surrender Seals GOP Bill Passage
GOP Lawmakers Fold as Trump’s Big Bill Clears House
House Freedom Caucus initially threatened to oppose Trump’s megabill but eventually backed the legislation, which was passed amid tense negotiations and party pressure.
Trump Plans UFC Fight at White House for 250th Anniversary
President Trump Floats Hosting UFC Match on White House Grounds
Trump to Host UFC Fight at White House’s America250 Event
President Trump announces plans to host a UFC fight at the White House in 2026 as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations, blending politics and entertainment.
China’s First Homemade Aircraft Carrier Sails into Hong Kong
China Flexes Military Muscle with Carrier Visit to Hong Kong
China launches its domestically-built aircraft carrier in Hong Kong waters, showcasing its growing military strength amid global power shifts and regional tensions.
North Korean Defector Crosses Minefield into South Korea
North Korean Crosses Heavily Fortified Border to South Korea
Unarmed North Korean Man Detained After Defection
North Korean civilian makes a rare, dangerous escape across heavily fortified and mined DMZ into South Korea, highlighting ongoing tensions and human stories at the border.
UN Nuclear Inspectors Withdraw from Iran Amid Conflict
IAEA Withdraws Teams from Tehran Over Safety Fears
UN Pulls Nuclear Inspectors Out of Iran for Safety Reasons
US nuclear inspectors leave Iran amid safety concerns, escalating tensions following conflict and Iran’s suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Deadly Storms Slam Northeast Ahead of July 4 Travel
Severe Weather Disrupts Holiday Travel Plans Nationwide
Storms Kill in New Jersey, Complicate Fourth of July Travel
Storms and severe weather disrupt Fourth of July travel across the US Northeast, leading to fatalities, cancellations, and travel headaches over the holiday weekend.
Supreme Court Will Decide on Transgender Athlete Bans
SCOTUS Sets Hearing on Bans for Trans Girls in Sports
Supreme Court to hear landmark cases on state bans of transgender athletes in women’s sports, signaling a pivotal moment in ongoing culture wars in the United States.
Record Lone Children Arrive on UK Small Boats
Record number of lone children crossing the English Channel on small boats strains UK child welfare systems and highlights ongoing migrant crises in Europe.
Gaza Aid Fund Accused of ‘Depravity’ Amid Conflict
US-Backed Gaza Aid Group Denies Shooting Civilians
Are Soldiers Firing on Aid Seekers in Gaza? Claims Fly
New details on humanitarian crises and violence as aid convoys and civilians caught in conflict zones face deadly attacks and accusations of misconduct.
Massive Fireworks Blast Destroys Four Homes in LA
One Dead in California Fireworks Explosion
Fireworks Fire Burns Multiple LA Homes, Injures Two
Fireworks-related accidents cause multiple fires and injuries across California and Los Angeles, raising safety concerns ahead of holiday celebrations.
Trump’s Budget Boosts ICE to Record Funding Levels
ICE Agents Caught Urinating Near School After Raid
Immigration Raids Prompt Southern California Fireworks Cancellations
Increased funding and legal measures expand immigration enforcement amid controversial raids and accusations against Immigration and Customs Enforcement agencies.
Actor Michael Madsen Dies at 67
Tributes Pour in for Late Actor Michael Madsen
Hollywood Mourns as Michael Madsen Passes at 67
Michael Madsen, acclaimed actor famous for roles in Quentin Tarantino films such as Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill, dies at age 67, prompting widespread tributes.
Europe Faces Deadly Heat Fueling Fires and Power Failures
US Record Heat Waves Compound Summer Dangers
Czech Republic Power Outage Halts Prague Transit
Heat waves and environmental crises intensify across Europe and the U.S., causing wildfires, power outages, and human health risks amid climate change concerns.
Jeremy Corbyn Plans New Party as Labour Faces Challenges
Poll Shows Britons Doubt Labour’s Tax Pledge
Keir Starmer Faces Tough First Year in Power
New political turbulence in the UK with former Labour leaders planning a new party and polling revealing challenges for Keir Starmer’s administration.
China Imposes Duties on European Brandy Amid Trade Fight
China and US Speed Up Trade Truce Implementation
Trump Threatens to Raise Tariffs After Deadline
Advance of China and U.S. trade tensions with China implementing tariffs amid high-level bilateral talks aimed at speeding up trade agreements and easing disputes.
Germany in Talks to Buy Patriots for Ukraine Aid
US Pauses Some Weapon Shipments to Ukraine
Development in defense and military cooperation with Germany intensifying efforts to supply Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine amid US delivery pauses.
Drive-By Shooting Kills 4, Wounds 14 in Chicago
Man Charged for Killing Minnesota Lawmaker Held
TikTok User Allegedly Kills Marine Vet in Texas Parking Lot
Incidents of violence and law enforcement actions mark the US with shootings and arrests, emphasizing ongoing domestic security challenges faced during the July 4th period.
FBI, DHS Warn of Lone Wolf July 4th Attacks
Federal Officials Caution on Terror Threats This Holiday
US agencies warn about potential 'lone wolf' terror threats during the Independence Day celebrations, urging vigilance among the public and authorities nationwide.
Republicans Face Backlash Over Medicaid Cuts in Megabill
Democrats Blast Trump Megabill as ‘Cruel and Reckless’
GOP’s Sweeping Immigration Enforcement Expand Funding
Amid political controversies, social and legal debates rage over immigration enforcement, healthcare cuts in Trump’s megabill, and ongoing partisan strife over national identity.
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