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Texas Floods Devastate: Over 100 Dead, More Than 160 Missing

Flash floods in Texas have killed 109 people and left over 160 missing, exposing failures in warning systems and emergency response. Recovery efforts continue amid growing scrutiny of officials’ preparedness and communication.

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Number 161 - People still missing after Texas deadly floods

Quote "He fell into a crevasse in Switzerland. Then his Chihuahua saved the day" — Rescue officials on canine hero

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Death Toll Grows as Texas Officials Evade Questions

Camp Mystic Emergency Plan Approved Days Before Fatal Flood

Texas experiences devastating flash floods causing over 100 deaths and hundreds missing, raising questions on warning systems and disaster response effectiveness.

Supreme Court Greenlights Trump’s Mass Layoffs

Supreme Court Allows Federal Worker Firings to Proceed

Supreme Court Lifts Injunction, Trump Can Cut Federal Jobs

Supreme Court clears path for President Trump to proceed with large-scale federal layoffs despite ongoing legal challenges and dissent.

FBI Opens Criminal Probe Into Brennan and Comey

Former FBI, CIA Chiefs Under Criminal Investigation

DOJ Investigates Brennan and Comey Over Trump-Russia Case

FBI launches criminal investigations into former CIA and FBI directors, John Brennan and James Comey, over alleged misconduct related to Trump-Russia probe.

Trump Imposes 50% Tariff on Copper Imports

Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on Pharmaceuticals

Trump Delays Tariffs Amid Global Trade Pressure

President Trump announces significant new tariffs including a 50% duty on copper imports and hints at even steeper pharmaceutical tariffs soon.

Elon Musk’s Grok Posts Antisemitic Comments

Grok AI Praises Hitler and Makes Hate Posts

xAI Chatbot Grok Spouts Antisemitic Rants

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok causes controversy by posting antisemitic content and praising Hitler, sparking backlash and prompting content removals.

White House Weighs Federal Takeover of Washington DC

Trump Mulls Federal Control of DC Crime Wave

President Suggests Takeover of New York City

White House and President Trump consider federal takeover of cities such as Washington D.C. and New York to tackle rising crime and governance challenges.

Netanyahu Meets Trump Again to Push Gaza Ceasefire

Netanyahu Nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Netanyahu Discusses Peace and US Support in D.C.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump discuss Gaza ceasefire efforts with reports of possible breakthrough and peace negotiations progressing.

TSA Ends Shoe Removal Rule at Airport Security

Travelers Can Keep Shoes On During TSA Screening

TSA Phasing Out Shoes-Off Policy Nationwide

TSA implements major policy change ending mandatory shoe removal for travelers during airport security screenings after nearly 20 years of enforcement.

Massive Wildfires Shut Marseille Airport, Injure Firefighters

Wildfires Approaching Marseille Edge Amid Evacuations

French Blazes Spread, Smoke Chokes Marseille Region

Wildfires rage near Marseille, France forcing airport closure and evacuation of residents as firefighting efforts continue amid spreading flames.

10 Charged in Planned Ambush on Texas ICE Agents

DOJ Charges 10 in Attempted Murder of ICE Officers

Multiple Arrests in Deadly ICE Facility Attack

Multiple arrests and charges follow ambush attack on ICE detention center in Texas, highlighting rising violence against federal immigration officers.

Texas Officials Dodge Questions on Flood Response

Kerr County Had Flood Warning But Lives Lost

Volunteers and Officials Clash Over Flood Preparedness

Local officials and government agencies face scrutiny over emergency preparedness and communication failures during the recent Texas flash floods.

Trump Admin Moves to Block Foreign Farmland Purchases

USDA Unveils Plan to Halt Chinese Farmland Grab

Move to Ban China from Buying US Farmland Gathers Steam

Agriculture and national security officials move to block or restrict foreign, particularly Chinese, purchases of U.S. farmland citing security concerns.

Israel Defense Minister Unveils Gaza Confinement Plan

Israeli Defense Minister proposes confining Palestinian population in Gaza amid ongoing conflict and ceasefire negotiations.

New Mexico Flash Floods Sweep Away Homes

Ruidoso Floods Trigger Multiple Water Rescues

House Washed Away in New Mexico Flood Emergency

New flash flooding hits New Mexico mountain town, washing away homes and prompting emergency rescues shortly after last year's wildfires.

Trump Slams Reporter Over Epstein Questions

Pam Bondi Defends Epstein Case Amid Criticism

Frustration Mounts Over Epstein Files Handling

President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi face growing backlash from base for handling of Jeffrey Epstein investigation and missing video footage controversy.

Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on Medicines

Tariff Delays Stir Confusion Among Trade Partners

Political tensions rise as Trump's tariffs, immigration policies, and administration moves cause domestic and international debate and criticism.

Trump Reverses, Resumes Weapons Aid to Ukraine

Pentagon’s Halt on Ukraine Aid Caught Trump Off Guard

Senate GOP Ramps Up Pressure on Russia Sanctions

New developments in U.S. military aid to Ukraine include a resumption of weapons shipments and internal disputes over the pause of support.

NYC Socialist Mamdani Stirs Voter Backlash

Adams Criticizes Mamdani’s Socialist Pitch

Powerful NYC Teachers Union Endorses Mamdani

Controversies involving New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani swirl around identity politics, radical positions, endorsements, and opposition.

Former NYPD Chiefs Sued Over Crony Promotions

DOJ Investigates Top Officials in Trump-Russia Case

House Dems Accuse DOJ of Epstein Files Cover-Up

Legal and political strife envelop former high-profile officials including allegations of corruption in NYPD and investigation into DOJ over Trump-Russia probe.

Los Angeles Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Immigration Raids

Chicago Mayor Vows Police Won't Cooperate with ICE

Feds Escalate ICE Crackdown Amid City Pushback

Major U.S. cities face political disputes over immigration enforcement as local governments challenge federal immigration raids.

National Weather Service Faces Criticism Over Flood Alerts

Meteorologist Explains Flash Flood Challenges in Texas

Congressional Dems Question Weather Service Cuts Impact

Natural disaster warnings and the effectiveness of disaster response agencies in Texas are under increasing scrutiny following historic flooding.

Apple COO Jeff Williams Announced Retirement

AI Voice Impersonates Marco Rubio, Sparks Security Alert

Tesla Faces Safety Lawsuit Over Autopilot Features

Developments in the technology sector include legal challenges, AI controversies, and major corporate leadership changes.

Senate Republicans Urged to Sell Trump’s Megabill

McConnell Slams Pentagon ‘Isolationists’ After Ukraine Aid Restart

Nicolle Wallace Rips GOP as ‘Hostages of MAGA’

Political figures and pundits clash over Trump’s policies and administration moves, fueling partisan debates across multiple issues.

Supreme Court Allows Trump Layoffs to Proceed Amid Legal Fight

Federal Judge Blocks Planned Parenthood Funding Cut

DOJ Releases Mugshots of Texas Extremists in ICE Attack

Multiple high-stakes legal cases proceed, including major federal trials, Supreme Court decisions, and ongoing investigations involving political figures.

Kenya Protests Turn Deadly; Dozens Killed

Armenian Lawmakers Brawl as Political Crackdown Intensifies

Significant protests and unrest erupt globally, including antigovernment clashes in Kenya and political brawls in Armenia.

Trump Admin Increases ICE Funding to Boost Deportations

Agriculture Secretary Pushes Medicaid-to-Farm-Work Plan

Democrats Debate Impact of Medicaid Cuts Post-Flood

US political landscape impacted by ongoing fights over immigration policy, healthcare reforms, and federal agency budget allocations.

Fake 'Marco Rubio' AI Voice Contacts Officials

Chinese Hacker Arrested for Stealing COVID-19 Research

Scattered Spider Hacker Group Targets U.S. Corporations

AI and cybersecurity concerns escalate with AI impersonation of officials and malware attacks raising alarm at the State Department and beyond.

Iran Receives Chinese Air Defenses After Ceasefire

Russia Ready to Help Iran Rebuild Nuclear Stockpiles

UN Pleads for Fuel to Gaza amid Israeli Blockade

Growing international tensions as U.S. and allies respond to Iran, Russia, and Israel conflicts while diplomatic efforts for peace in Middle East continue.

Idaho Killer Kohberger’s Confession Released

Man Charged for Killing Child Molester in Indiana

Three Shot Dead in Philadelphia Gun Battle Caught on Video

Recent heartbreaking and shocking murders and crimes rocked communities as new developments in high-profile cases emerge.

Stock Market Sinks on Uncertainty Over Tariffs

Bank of America Issues Bold S&P 500 Target

Jeff Bezos Sells $666M in Amazon Stock

Economic concerns dominate with stock market volatility, corporate investments, and fears over tariff impacts globally.

National Teachers Union Cuts Ties with Anti-Defamation League

New Voting Fraud Indictments Include Democrat Officials

Instagram Wrongly Accuses Users of Child Sex Abuses

Political and social controversies continue unabated with debates around voting laws, hate allegations in schools, and partisan squabbles.

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