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Texas flash floods kill 32 as search for missing camp girls intensifies

Desperate search continues for 23 missing girls from Texas summer camp

Officials slam National Weather Service over forecasting failures in Texas floods

Devastating flash floods in Texas have caused at least 32 deaths, including many children, with dozens still missing from a Christian summer camp. Rescue and search operations continue amid widespread grief and criticism over forecasting failures.

Musk officially forms 'America Party' to 'give back freedom'

Elon Musk and Steve Bannon trade barbs as new party tensions rise

Elon Musk announces formation of a new political entity called the 'America Party' to challenge existing US parties, intensifying his public feud with former President Donald Trump. This move has sparked significant media and political reaction.

Iran’s leader appears publicly for first time since Israel war began

Iran's Khamenei attends ceremony amid war tensions with Israel

Iran supreme leader breaks silence with public event amid conflict

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei makes first public appearance since the outbreak of the Iran-Israel conflict amid ongoing war tensions. This has drawn international attention and speculation about the situation in the region.

Israel to send negotiators to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks

Hamas submits positive response to US-backed Gaza ceasefire plan

Top Israeli officials convene on Gaza truce strategy

Israel and Hamas prepare for indirect ceasefire negotiations in Qatar, aiming to resolve escalating violence in Gaza. Both sides show indications of cooperation, raising hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough.

Two dead, five injured in Indianapolis mass shooting over July Fourth weekend

Multiple shootings mark Fourth of July holiday across US cities

Chicago experiences deadly overnight shootings amid holiday

Significant shootings and violent incidents disrupt various US cities over the Fourth of July holiday, including a mass shooting in Indianapolis leaving multiple dead and injured, adding to ongoing concerns about public safety.

Madre fire balloons to nearly 80,000 acres in California

California wildfire grows rapidly amid hot, windy conditions

Madre Fire now largest blaze in California this year

California faces a growing wildfire as the Madre Fire in San Luis Obispo County expands, becoming the largest blaze in the state for the year. Firefighters and officials battle the fast-moving fire threatening communities.

Trump administration deports eight criminals to South Sudan

US completes deportation of eight migrants to South Sudan

Judge lifts block to deportations, paving way for transfers to South Sudan

The US completes controversial deportations of eight criminal immigrants to South Sudan after prolonged legal battles and court interventions, marking a significant and contentious immigration enforcement action.

Tropical Storm Chantal forms, heads for Carolina coast

Chantal strengthens as it approaches South Carolina coast

Storm warnings extend up to North Carolina as Chantal nears

Tropical Storm Chantal forms off the US Southeast coast, prompting issued warnings and preparations in the Carolinas due to forecasted heavy rains and potential disruptive weather conditions in the region.

OPEC+ to boost crude oil output by over half a million barrels in August

Eight OPEC+ nations agree to larger-than-expected production hike

OPEC+ speeds up oil output increase amid global demand shifts

OPEC+ countries decide to increase oil production by 548,000 barrels daily starting in August, driving changes in global energy markets and influencing geopolitical energy dynamics amid ongoing supply concerns.

UK foreign secretary renews ties with Syria after 14 years

David Lammy’s historic visit reestablishes UK-Syria relations

British diplomacy returns to Syria with Lammy's Damascus trip

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visits Syria, restoring diplomatic ties after 14 years, signaling a shift in UK foreign policy and re-engagement with war-torn Syria’s government amidst ongoing regional complexities.

Feds bust North Korean laptop farms targeting US firms

North Korean cyber spies arrested in US nationwide crackdown

US federal authorities crack down on North Korean cyber espionage operations embedded in American companies, arresting multiple suspects involved in illegal schemes funding weapons programs, heightening security concerns.

Indiana mass shooting leaves two dead and several wounded

An Indianapolis mass shooting early Saturday left at least two dead and several injured, highlighting ongoing violence issues in urban areas amid a tumultuous Fourth of July holiday period marked by multiple shootings nationwide.

Dozens arrested in London after Palestine Action banned

More than 20 detained at Palestine Action protest in UK capital

UK police arrest dozens of protesters supporting the now banned Palestine Action group, tackling concerns about suspected terrorism-related activities during demonstrations in London, following the government’s terrorist classification.

Rescuers hunt for missing after Texas floods kill 27

Search intensifies for missing children after Texas flood disaster

At least 24 dead as Houston-area floods devastate Texas

Search and rescue efforts continue in Texas amid devastating flash floods, with dozens of individuals still missing, including many girls from Camp Mystic, as authorities and families strive to locate survivors amid rapidly rising death tolls.

Ukraine targets Russian air base amid drone barrages

Russia steps up drone attacks as Ukraine retaliates on airfields

Ukraine hits Russian base in Voronezh region amid conflict

Ukraine launches strikes against Russian military airbases as Russia intensifies drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian territory, indicating ongoing escalation of the conflict and shifts in battlefield control and strategic targeting.

Texas leaders criticize National Weather Service after deadly floods

The US National Weather Service faces criticism and funding cuts blamed for inadequate forecasting preceding the devastating Texas floods, sparking political backlash amid ongoing rescue efforts and discussion of systemic failures.

Turkey detains 3 opposition mayors in widening crackdown

Two more opposition mayors arrested in southern Turkey

Several mayors from Turkey’s opposition parties are arrested amid a government crackdown on dissent, escalating political tensions and raising concerns about democratic backsliding and suppression of political rivals in the country.

Two US aid workers injured in Gaza attack at food site

American veterans wounded while distributing aid in Gaza

Two American aid workers supporting U.S. and Israeli-backed humanitarian efforts in Gaza were wounded in a targeted attack at a food distribution site, underscoring the growing risks for civilian and foreign aid personnel in the region.

Israel continues Gaza airstrikes after Hamas moves toward ceasefire

Israel to send delegation to Qatar amid ceasefire talks

Following an airstrike campaign, Israeli forces continue intense military operations in Gaza while negotiating ceasefire terms with Hamas, amid rising casualties and international pressure to halt fighting and end hostilities.

Actor Julian McMahon dies at 56 after cancer battle

Julian McMahon, 'Nip/Tuck' star, passes away aged 56

Actor Julian McMahon, known for his roles in 'Fantastic Four' and 'Nip/Tuck,' has died at age 56 after a private battle with cancer, prompting tributes from the entertainment industry.

Trump signs sweeping 'One Big Beautiful Bill' into law

President Trump hails new tax and spending megabill

The Trump administration signs the massive ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ into law during Fourth of July celebrations, enacting sweeping tax cuts and domestic policy changes, while facing polarized political reactions and potential future challenges.

Violence at ICE centers prompts zero tolerance warning

Protests erupt with arrests near ICE facilities in US cities

Tensions erupt at ICE detention centers with violent attacks and protests, prompting the Trump administration to declare a 'zero tolerance' stance and increase security measures across multiple sites.

700 Palestinians killed seeking aid amid Gaza crisis

Hamas signals positive response to US ceasefire plan

Gaza humanitarian crisis intensifies as more than 700 Palestinians reportedly killed seeking food aid. International efforts focus on ceasefire negotiations and relief distribution amid ongoing conflict and severe shortages.