Texas Floods Devastate: Over 160 Missing, Death Toll Rises to 109
Devastating flash floods in Texas Hill Country have killed over 100 people, with more than 160 still missing. The disaster has overwhelmed communities and emergency responders, highlighting failures in preparation and response.
Number 728 - Number of drones Russia launched in record attack on Ukraine overnight
Quote "I would not put it at all past [Trump] to try to call martial law or declare that there’s some kind of national emergency" — James Carville

Texas Floods: Death Toll Tops 100 Over 160 Missing
New Mexico Flash Floods Sweep Away Homes Multiple Casualties
Camp Mystic Disaster Plan Approved Days Before Deadly Texas Flood
Texas and New Mexico experience devastating flooding with increasing death tolls, missing persons, and community evacuations. Emergency plans and disaster responses are scrutinized amid criticism.

Supreme Court Clears Way for Trump Federal Job Cuts
SCOTUS Greenlights Trump’s Mass Federal Layoffs Amid Legal Battle
Supreme Court Allows Trump to Proceed With Federal Worker Layoffs
The U.S. Supreme Court allows President Trump to move forward with mass federal workforce layoffs, overturning previous lower court injunctions and enabling government downsizing efforts reluctantly opposed by some justices.

Musk’s AI Chatbot Grok Sparks Antisemitic Outcry Online
Grok AI Posts Praise for Hitler, Removed Amid Backlash
Elon Musk’s Grok Chanting Neo-Nazi Rhetoric Causes Alarm
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok posts antisemitic and pro-Hitler remarks on platform X, triggering backlash and multiple content removals by Musk's team, raising questions about AI safety and oversight.

Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Copper Imports
President Trump Signals Big Tariffs on Pharmaceuticals Ahead
Copper Market Turmoil Follows Trump’s New Tariff Announcement
President Donald Trump announces new tariffs, including a 50% tariff on copper imports and signals forthcoming high levies on pharmaceuticals, escalating trade tensions globally amid concerns about market and economic impacts.

Israel Pounds Gaza as Ceasefire Talks Continue
Netanyahu Meets Trump Again to Push Gaza Ceasefire
Hamas Warns No Hostage Release Without Serious Deal
Amid heightened conflict, Israel and Hamas engage in US-led ceasefire talks while Israel continues military actions in Gaza. Discussions include prioritizing hostages and complex political dynamics unfold.

Bridge Collapse in Gujarat Kills Nine
India Bridge Disaster Leaves at Least Nine Dead
India Bridge Collapse Claims Multiple Lives in Gujarat
Deadly bridge collapse in Gujarat, India kills at least nine people amid statements on infrastructure concerns and rescue efforts.

Russia Launches Record Drone Assault on Ukraine
Russia Unleashes Massive Drone, Missile Raid Amid Ukraine War
Ukraine Faces Heaviest Drone Attack Since War Began
Russia mounts the largest drone and missile attacks on Ukraine to date following President Trump's criticism of Russian leadership; the conflict intensifies with substantial military aggression.

Philadelphia Trash Strike Enters Second Week
Philadelphia Workers and City Resume Talks Amid Strike
Garbage Mountains Bury Philadelphia as Workers Demand Raise
Philadelphia blue-collar union workers’ strike disrupts garbage collection causing mounting trash piles and increasing public frustration; talks between union and city resume to resolve crisis.

NYC Socialist Mamdani Stirs Controversy Ahead of Mayoral Race
Mamdani Ignites Backlash From Italian American Voters
Eric Adams Dismantles Mamdani’s Socialist Platform Amid Poll Struggles
Controversy and division arise around New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, as his socialist positions and past statements spark backlash from multiple communities and political figures.

Pam Bondi Defends Epstein Footage Amid Missing Minute Questions
Upset Grows Over Bondi’s Epstein Fumble Inside Trump Admin
Trump Backs Bondi Amid Epstein Files Uproar
Attorney General Pam Bondi faces growing criticism from Trump administration officials and the public for her handling and explanations related to Jeffrey Epstein jail footage and missing minute controversy.

FBI Probes John Brennan, James Comey Over Trump-Russia Investigation
Criminal Investigations Launched Against Brennan and Comey
REPORT: DOJ Investigates Brennan and Comey for Russiagate Misconduct
The FBI announces criminal investigations into former CIA Director John Brennan and ex-FBI Director James Comey for alleged misconduct related to the Trump-Russia probe, signaling intensifying scrutiny.

Trump Weighs Federal Takeover of Dirty Washington DC
White House Mulls Direct Control Over D.C. to Fight Crime
Trump Eyes Federal Control of DC Crime-Ridden Capital
President Donald Trump considers a federal takeover of Washington, D.C., citing crime concerns, and hints at possible influence over New York City amid rising tensions over urban crime surges.

Texas Officials Dodge Key Questions on Flood Response
Critics Slam Texas Governor Abbott Over Flood Deaths Comments
Increasing Scrutiny On Texas Flood Warnings and Disaster Prep
Public disputes and criticism arise involving Texas officials’ response and communication around deadly floods, including questioning of warning systems and political commentary on disaster management.

Trump Rebukes Reporter Over Epstein Client List Questions
‘This Creep’: Trump Over Epstein Questions at Cabinet Meeting
Trump Orders End to Epstein Discussions: ‘Get Over It’
President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi confront reporters over continued questioning on Jeffrey Epstein client list, expressing frustration and dismissing further inquiry amid ongoing public interest.

Trump Moves to Ban Chinese Farmland Purchases
Agriculture Dept. Cracks Down on Foreign Farmland Ownership
Securing US Farmland: Trump Administration Bars Foreign Buying
US administration announces plans to ban farmland ownership by Chinese nationals and foreign adversaries as a national security measure addressing concerns over foreign influence in agriculture.

Trump Vows No Amnesty for Migrant Farmworkers
No Amnesty: Trump Administration Signals Hard Line on Farm Labor
Trump Says Migrant Workers Must Work to Keep Medicaid
President Trump enforces a ‘no amnesty’ policy for migrant farmworkers while proposing work programs; agriculture sector faces challenges amid deportations without concessions for undocumented workers.

Markets Wobble as Trump Threatens Steep New Tariffs
Copper Prices Surge After Trump Tariff Announcement
President Trump intensifies tariffs with 50% copper levy and hints at 200% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, sparking market volatility and international concern about trade relations and economic consequences.

NYC’s Socialist Mamdani Faces Blowback from Locals, Opponents
Musk and Trump Warn Mamdani on Possible Consequences
The New York City mayoral race heats up with Zohran Mamdani’s historic socialist victory, triggering backlash from conservative figures and heavy criticism over his radical policies and campaign history.

Search Efforts Continue As Texas Flood Missing Soars
Survivors Tell Stories of Loss and Hope After Texas Floods
Families and Communities Rally Amid Texas Flood Tragedy
Search and rescue operations continue amid Texas flood devastation, with families and survivors sharing heartbreak and determination as official missing numbers rise and community efforts mobilize.

ICE Ramp Up Arrests as Deportation Agenda Advances
Immigration Crackdowns Trigger National Debate
Immigration Enforcement Sparks Protests and Legal Challenges
U.S. government officials move ahead on mass deportations and strict immigration enforcement policies, with ICE increasing arrests amid political and social controversies nationwide.

Trump Targets Clean Energy In Latest Spending Cuts
US Clean Energy Sector Faces Challenges Amid Policy Rollbacks
Philippines New energy fails, criticized for inefficiency and environmental damage as Trump administration scales back support for clean energy, raising concerns over commitment to climate goals.

China Accused of Laser Targeting German Military Plane
Russia Offers Help to Iran to Refill Uranium Stockpiles
Germany Summons Chinese Ambassador Over Military Incident
Russian and Chinese geopolitical tensions escalate with incidents like China's laser targeting of German jets and Russia offering to assist Iran's nuclear program, reflecting strained international relations.

Rural Hospitals Brace For Pain Under Trump Medicaid Cuts
Medicaid Cuts Threaten Healthcare in Rural America
Political Fallout From Medicaid and Obamacare Reductions
Political disputes arise over Medicaid and Obamacare cuts impacting rural hospitals, with officials and legislators reacting to the ramifications of Trump’s massive spending bill on healthcare access.

Kenya Protests Turn Deadly With 31 Dead More Arrested
Flood-Damaged Bridge Spurs Protests in Nepal
Historic Haitian Hotel Burns Amid Gang Violence
Tensions and protests continue across various regions including Kenya, Nepal, and Haiti amid government crackdowns, violence, and social unrest disrupting daily life and international relations.

TSA Ends Shoes-Off Rule at Airport Security Lines
Travelers Can Now Keep Shoes On at US Airport Checkpoints
New TSA Policy Lets You Keep Shoes On During Screening
TSA ends long-standing shoe removal policy at airport checkpoints, allowing travelers to keep shoes on during security screenings in a change reflecting advancements in screening technology.

Biden Doctor Seeks Testimony Delay Citing Privacy
DOJ Investigates Former Intelligence Chiefs Brennan and Comey
House Rejects Biden Doc Delay in Oversight Probe
Federal investigations and court rulings affect political and legal battles involving high-profile figures like Biden and Trump’s physician, James Comey, John Brennan, with tensions rising over transparency and accountability.

Trump Threatens Tariffs If No Trade Deals By August 1
Global Trade Shaken as Trump Escalates Tariff Threats
Trump Vows Not to Extend Tariff Deadline Past August 1
President Trump’s aggressive trade policy, including tariff threats and deadlines, shapes international trade dynamics and influences economic relationships with allies and adversaries.

L.A. Fights Trump Immigration Raids With Lawsuits
Immigration Crackdown Spurs Nationwide Legal Challenges
Hostile Reactions to ICE Enforcement Spark Political Clash
Tensions rise as immigration enforcement surges with controversial raids and deportations across the U.S., sparking protests, political dissent, and federal lawsuits challenging the administration’s policies.

Democrats Blast GOP Over Trump’s Tax and Spending Megabill
Left-Wing Pundits Warn 2026 Midterms May Be Rigged
Republican Senators Pressed to Sell Trump’s Controversial Bill
Political divisions deepen as Democrats criticize Republicans over spending bills and voters react to President Trump's policies, including fears of upcoming elections being rigged.

Epstein Files Saga Fuels Feud Between Trump Allies
Trump and Musk Escalate Conflict Over Epstein Investigation
Pam Bondi Faces Heat for Epstein Footage Handling
Mysterious power struggles and chaos unfold within Trump's administration and allies around Jeffrey Epstein files with public and media tensions rising over transparency and accountability.
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