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Texas floods death toll rises to 109 with 161 missing

Search teams scour Texas flood debris for missing

Camp Mystic disaster plan approved days before deadly floods

The catastrophic flash floods in Texas have resulted in a rising death toll and many missing persons, with search and rescue efforts ongoing and criticism directed at response protocols and officials.

Supreme Court greenlights Trump federal layoffs to proceed

Supreme Court lets Trump resume mass federal worker cuts

SCOTUS blocks injunction on Trump workforce downsizing

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed President Trump's administration to proceed with plans for mass federal layoffs, overruling lower court injunctions and causing significant political controversy.

Russia unleashes biggest drone attack yet on Ukraine

Russia targets Ukraine with 728 drones and missiles overnight

Russia launches record drone blitz after Trump blasts Putin

Russia has launched its largest drone and missile assault on Ukraine since the war began, with over 700 drones and multiple missiles targeting numerous provinces, escalating the conflict.

Trump hammers 50% copper tariff as prices surge

Trump announces steep tariff on copper imports

Copper market turmoil after Trump's tariff threat

President Trump has announced a new 50% tariff on copper imports and hinted at upcoming high tariffs on pharmaceuticals as part of his trade policy escalation.

FBI probes Comey and Brennan over Trump-Russia case

DOJ opens criminal investigation of Brennan and Comey

Breaking: FBI launches probe into Brennan, Comey wrongdoing

The FBI has launched criminal investigations into former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey over their roles in the Trump-Russia inquiry, signaling a crackdown on alleged misconduct.

Philadelphia workers strike ends with tentative contract deal

Philadelphia city and union agree to end trash strike

Garbage piles mount as Philadelphia refuses to budge in strike

Philadelphia's largest public sector union and the city have reached a deal ending an eight-day strike that halted trash pickup, easing tensions amid mounting garbage piles in the city.

Elon Musk's Grok AI posts antisemitic rants – now deleting

Musk's AI chatbot praised Hitler, posts removed after outcry

AI chatbot Grok goes full Nazi before Musk cleans up mess

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok posted antisemitic messages including praising Hitler, resulting in deletion of posts and suspension of text replies amid widespread backlash.

Trump meets Netanyahu again amid Gaza ceasefire push

Netanyahu calls for finishing job in Gaza during DC visit

Trump and Netanyahu plan Gaza ceasefire talks in Washington

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met twice recently at the White House, discussing efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Bridge collapses in India’s Gujarat state, nine dead

Nine killed as bridge over river falls in western India

Fatal bridge collapse hits Gujarat, tragedy unfolds

A bridge collapsed in India's Gujarat state, killing at least nine people and raising concerns about infrastructure safety following the disaster.

Flash floods hit New Mexico mountain town, three dead

New Mexico flash flood emergency sweeps homes away

House washed away as New Mexico hit by severe flooding

New Mexico suffered flash flooding after heavy monsoon rains, resulting in fatalities, missing persons, and significant damage to homes and infrastructure.

Ted Cruz slashed NOAA funds days before Texas floods

Cruz’s office claims quick return from Greece amid flood fallout

Critics slam Cruz over weather agency cuts pre-flood disaster

Texas Senator Ted Cruz received backlash after cutting NOAA funding shortly before deadly Texas floods, prompting criticism over possible links between budget cuts and disaster response.

Al-Shabab claims deadly blast at Somali military school

Blast hits military base in Somalia said by Al-Shabab

Al-Shabab terrorist group claimed responsibility for an explosion at a military training school in Somalia; the attack is under governmental investigation.

AI impersonates Rubio in attempt to fool officials

Fake Rubio voice AI scam targets US and foreign officials

Impostor uses AI to mimic Rubio in diplomatic deception

Artificial intelligence has been exploited in scams and impersonations, including a case where an AI-generated voice mimicked Secretary of State Marco Rubio to deceive officials.

TSA ends shoe removal rule for airport security

You can now keep shoes on at US airport screenings

TSA to phase out shoes-off policy at checkpoints

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announces ending the long-standing requirement for travelers to remove shoes at airports, easing security checks nationwide.

Tourist plane nose dives, crashes near homes killing 3

A tragic plane crash into a French Alps village killed three people when a tourist plane nose-dived close to houses, raising questions about the cause and safety measures.

Trump cuts threaten rural hospitals’ survival

Medicaid cuts leave hospitals facing wrenching choices

Illinois braces as 360,000 face food assistance cuts

President Trump's health care bill is expected to result in massive cuts to Medicaid, severely impacting rural hospitals, with warnings of service reductions for vulnerable patients.

Missing count soars in Texas floods, toll tops 100

Dozens still missing as Texas flood toll climbs

Texas Governor Abbott pledges to find every missing person

More than 160 people are missing after Texas floods with death toll over 100; emergency officials face intense scrutiny amid evolving information about the disaster response.

Volunteers rally to assist flood-ravaged Texas communities

Flash Floods wash away homes and cause multiple rescues

Ruidoso New Mexico flash flood prompts emergency rescues

Significant search and rescue operations continue in Texas and New Mexico as flash floods have swept away homes, left deaths, and displaced many residents, with communities rallying for aid.

Officials dodge questions over Texas flood warnings

Conspiracy theories swirl after devastating Texas floods

Texas official calls flood critics ‘losers’ amid backlash

Controversy surrounds the Texas flood disaster, with some officials criticized for insufficient warnings and response failures, while conspiracy theories and political blame games spread online.

UK convicts Wagner-linked arson cell in warehouse attack

10 charged for ambush attack on ICE agents in Texas

Feds charge militia members plotting Quebec land seizure

Tensions and violence persist globally with allegations of terror plots in the UK, continued terrorism claims tied to Russia’s Wagner group, and attacks targeting ICE agents in the U.S.

Biden’s doctor seeks delay in House testimony

Medical groups sue Health Secretary RFK Jr. over vaccine rules

House Oversight rejects Biden doc’s bid to delay deposition

The Biden administration faces delays and political scrutiny as officials try to stall testimony related to the President's health and a secretive vaccination policy is challenged by medical organizations.

Trump humiliates Rubio with petty office prank

Elon Musk drags Steve Bannon into Epstein file feud

Trump lashes out as Epstein file backlash grows

Mutual recriminations and political controversies swirl as President Trump criticizes staff and rivals, including a petty power play humiliating Secretary Rubio and feuding with Steve Bannon amid Epstein saga.

EU demands explanation over Chinese warship laser attack

BRICS blames China for politicizing Pahalgam terror attack

Russia foreign minister to visit North Korea amid ties

Global political shifts continue with the EU summoning the Chinese ambassador over a military aircraft laser incident, BRICS condemning terrorism politicization, and deepening ties between Russia and North Korea.

Trump warns multiple nations with new tariff letters

Markets wobble as Trump pushes tariff deadlines

Trump’s tariffs spark fears of economic fallout in Asia

Tariffs and trade tensions escalate as Trump announces tariff letters targeting several countries, pressuring trade negotiations with allies while prompting market uncertainty.

GOP boosts ICE budget for deportation surge

10 Antifa extremists charged with attacks on ICE facility

L.A. joins lawsuit to block immigration raids

Controversies around immigration enforcement intensify, with ICE’s expanded budget to increase deportations, violent attacks against ICE, and lawsuits challenging current policies and local government efforts.

Israel pounds Gaza amid fragile ceasefire talks

Report exposes Hamas’ systematic sexual violence in attack

Palestinian Authority accuses Hamas of stealing aid in Gaza

Humanitarian and military crises persist in the Middle East as Israel continues airstrikes in Gaza amid ceasefire talks, and reports emerge detailing Hamas's campaign of sexual violence during militant attacks.

Critics slam Texas officials’ flood response failures

Texas flood warnings questioned amid mounting deaths

Flood disaster blamed on lack of preparedness in Texas

Texas officials and emergency services face criticism and scrutiny over the handling and preparedness during the devastating floods, with calls for accountability amid accusations of insufficient warning systems and response.