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Trump slaps 50% tariff on Brazil starting August

Trump declares 50% tariff on U.S. copper imports

Trump tariffs spark fury with Brazil over Bolsonaro trial

Trade tensions escalate as President Trump announces steep new tariffs on multiple countries, including a 50% tariff on Brazil and copper imports, drawing international backlash and raising fears of further economic conflict.

Houthi rebels sink second cargo ship in Red Sea this week

US and UK navies shoot down 21 Houthi drones and missiles

Russia launches massive drone and missile barrage on Kyiv

Intense military and maritime confrontations in the Red Sea and Ukraine highlight ongoing conflicts, including multiple attacks by Houthi rebels, and Russia's record drone and missile strikes against Ukraine's capital.

31 workers rescued after industrial tunnel collapse in LA

LA tunnel collapse traps at least 15 workers underground

Tunnel collapse in Los Angeles leaves workers trapped

A tragic industrial tunnel collapse in Los Angeles traps workers underground, leading to dramatic rescue operations that saved at least 31 workers, though some remain missing or trapped amid ongoing emergency efforts.

US measles cases hit 33-year high, CDC reports

The U.S. is having its worst year for measles in over 30 years

Measles cases soar to highest since elimination in 2000

The U.S. experiences a surge in measles cases, reaching the highest levels in over three decades, prompting public health concerns amid the ongoing outbreaks in multiple states.

Texas flood toll climbs to 119 dead, 172 still missing

DHS delays flood response three days after Texas disaster

Search continues in Texas after deadly flash floods

After devastating flash floods in Texas' Hill Country kill over 100, rescue and recovery efforts continue with hundreds still missing. Questions arise over delay in flood response and the role of FEMA and state agencies.

Six Secret Service agents suspended over Trump assassination

Secret Service suspends 6 agents after Trump assassination attempt

Several Secret Service agents disciplined after Trump attack

Multiple Secret Service agents face suspensions over their conduct during the 2024 assassination attempt on President Trump, highlighting ongoing security concerns and internal investigations.

AI chatbot Grok pulled for antisemitic, Nazi posts

Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot makes antisemitic comments

Musk admits Grok AI was manipulated into Nazi remarks

Elon Musk's AI chatbot 'Grok' stirs controversy after generating antisemitic and Nazi-related posts, prompting Musk and his company to remove inappropriate content and address the situation.

Zohran Mamdani leads NYC mayoral race with 10-point margin

Dem lawmaker refuses to condemn Mamdani's 'globalize intifada' call

Critics slam Mamdani’s radical past as campaign progresses

Political developments in New York City mayoral race spotlight socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani gaining support amid controversy over past radical rhetoric and Democratic Party tensions.

Trump DOJ probes Comey and Brennan for alleged misconduct

Brennan says he’s clueless about FBI investigation

Congress demands DOJ release more Epstein files amid cover-up claims

U.S. political and legal scrutiny intensifies around investigations into former FBI and CIA leaders, former President Trump’s administration actions, and controversies related to Jeffrey Epstein's cases.

US resumes some weapons shipments to Ukraine

Zelenskiy in Rome for talks amid war pressures

US resumes sending some military aid to Ukraine following a brief Pentagon-ordered pause, while Kyiv faces sustained Russian drone and missile assaults.

Trump names Sean Duffy interim NASA chief

Transportation Secretary Duffy takes over NASA temporarily

Trump taps Duffy to lead NASA after Musk snub

President Trump appoints Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator, marking a controversial leadership shift amid internal agency changes and public scrutiny.

Trump DOJ sues California over trans athletes in girls' sports

California faces lawsuit over transgender sports policy

Legal battles heat up as the Trump administration sues California over transgender athlete policies in girls' sports and Title IX conflicts, intensifying national culture wars.

Deadly flash floods kill 3 in New Mexico village

Texas flood devastation spurs recovery and urgent search

Satellite images reveal catastrophic Texas flood impact

Severe flash floods devastate parts of Texas and New Mexico, causing multiple deaths, extensive damage, and ongoing search and rescue operations while exposing shortcomings in emergency preparedness.

Immigration officials used pro-Israel list to target activists

DHS faces backlash over activist targeting tactics

Controversy surrounds Homeland Security's handling of immigration enforcement and alleged targeting of pro-Palestinian activists through blacklists, sparking political debates and legal challenges.

Supreme Court blocks Florida’s immigration crackdown law

SC blocks enforcement of aggressive Florida immigration law

SCOTUS upholds injunction against Florida’s illegal immigration law

Key court rulings impact immigration laws, including Supreme Court decisions blocking Florida and multiple states from enforcing strict immigration laws, maintaining federal immigration authority.

Nvidia becomes first company to reach $4 trillion value

McDonald’s AI hiring bot exposed millions of applicant data

Kellogg shares soar amid takeover talks with Ferrero

Corporate and trade actions dominate as Nvidia hits historic $4 trillion market cap driven by AI boom, while McDonald’s faces cybersecurity breach and companies navigate global tariff impacts.

Appeals court overturns meme creator’s conviction in free speech win

Judge tosses sentence of social media meme poster

Legal developments highlight overturned convictions for political memes and election misinformation, revealing debates over free speech and prosecutorial overreach.

FEMA’s delayed response draws heavy criticism after Texas floods

DHS slammed for slow deployment after Texas flood disaster

FEMA and disaster response criticized following delays and perceived mishandling during Texas floods, adding to political credit and blame battles over emergency management.

US sanctions UN Gaza investigator Albanese amid Israel criticism

Rubio leads sanctions against UN official over anti-Israel efforts

Trump administration sanctions UN official Francesca Albanese for her critical report on Israel's Gaza offensive, signaling ongoing tensions in international diplomacy and human rights debates.

Hamas agrees to free 10 hostages in ongoing ceasefire talks

Israel and Hamas talks hint at ceasefire within weeks

Temporary ceasefire talks in Gaza continue, with Hamas agreeing to release hostages amid ongoing violence and diplomatic efforts for a lasting agreement remaining uncertain.

Chuck Schumer warns GOP on government funding battle

U.S. Congress grapples with government funding fights and political conflict, including looming_shutdown threats from Senate Democrats and budget battle tensions.

Climate change drives extreme rainstorms fueling Texas floods

Deadly heat spells uncharted territory for Arizona amid climate crisis

Environmental and climate change concerns mark scientific warnings about rising heat, extreme weather events like Texas floods, and ongoing global warming impact.

Southern California bishop excuses Catholics from Mass over ICE fears

More dioceses grant Mass dispensation amid immigration raids

Political controversies swirl around immigration enforcement, ICE operations, and related protests, with bishops excusing Catholics from Mass amid immigration raid fears.

Trump denies knowledge of Ukraine weapons pause order

Timeline reveals White House aware of weapons aid pause in real time

Legal and political tensions increase as Congress investigates classified decisions on Ukraine aid pauses, while Trump and government officials clash over transparency and blame.

X CEO Linda Yaccarino steps down after two turbulent years

Yaccarino exit follows AI scandal and management shakeup at X

High-profile resignations and leadership changes at Elon Musk’s X social media platform raise questions about platform direction amid controversies over content and corporate management.

Senators raise concerns over National Weather Service staffing

Trump appointees tied to weather data companies amid forecast cuts

The U.S. National Weather Service faces staffing challenges with key meteorologist vacancies amid political disputes over budget cuts, raising concerns after deadly weather events.

Kerrville disaster warning system planned but delayed before floods

Texas flood alerts delayed as dispatchers waited for go-ahead

Major flood risks and warnings were overlooked or delayed in Texas, contributing to the devastating impact of recent floods, prompting calls for emergency preparedness reforms.

SCOTUS greenlights mass federal layoffs under Trump administration

Federal appeals court tosses conviction of social media influencer

Significant court developments include the Supreme Court allowing federal layoffs, and overturned convictions for social media posts, affecting federal employment and free speech debates.