Texas Flood Death Toll Surges Past 170 Amid Growing Rescue Efforts
Deadly flash floods in Texas Hill Country have left over 170 confirmed dead and many more missing. Authorities face mounting criticism over emergency response delays as communities unite in recovery and mourning.
Number 50% - Trump’s new tariff rate on Brazilian imports starting August 1
Quote “She will never again spread her poison on American campuses or enter the country. Justice is served. Good triumphs over evil.” — Marco Rubio on UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese

Texas flood death toll climbs above 170 amid frantic search
Texas officials face backlash over delayed flood alerts
Faith and grief intertwine as Texas floods recovery continues
Texas faces catastrophe after deadly floods with rising death toll, missing persons, and scrutiny over emergency response delays. Faith and communities unite in mourning and recovery efforts amid calls for accountability.

Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Brazil imports and Bolsonaro trial
Trump announces 50% tariff on copper imports starting August 1
Brazil hits back with retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods
President Trump escalates trade conflict by imposing 50% tariffs on Brazil and copper imports, provoking retaliatory measures and global economic tension.

6 Secret Service agents suspended over Trump assassination failure
Secret Service suspends staff after Trump assassination attempt
Six agents punished for security lapses at Trump rally attack
Secret Service suspends six agents for security failures during assassination attempt on President Trump at rally, stirring controversy and demands for accountability.

Russia pounds Kyiv with renewed drone and missile barrage
Kyiv under heavy Russian attack as conflict escalates
Russia launches record drone strikes on Ukraine capital
Russia intensifies assault on Kyiv with mass missile and drone attacks causing casualties and destruction amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Trump admin resumes weapons shipments to Ukraine
U.S. reverses pause, sends weapons again to Ukraine
Ukraine receives fresh U.S. arms amid ongoing attacks
U.S. resumes military aid to Ukraine a week after Pentagon paused some shipments, reaffirming commitment amid volatile conflict with Russia.

31 workers rescued after LA tunnel collapse
Industrial tunnel collapse in Los Angeles traps 15 workers
Dozens saved as LA tunnel collapses during major construction
Workers trapped in Los Angeles following partial industrial tunnel collapse are rescued through intense emergency response, with dozens brought to safety after hours underground.

EU unveils voluntary AI code to regulate tech firms
Von der Leyen survives EU confidence vote despite far-right challenge
European Commission faces no-confidence motion over vaccine deal
The European Union unveils its voluntary AI code of practice and faces political challenges as President Ursula von der Leyen survives no-confidence vote amid controversies.

Harvard diversity websites taken down amid admin crackdown
Trump admin targets Harvard over alleged antisemitism cover-up
Harvard University's minority and LGBTQ student websites go offline amid conflict with the Trump administration over alleged antisemitism and diversity compliance issues.

Italy opens Ukraine rebuilding conference amid defense doubts
Europe pledges €10 billion for Ukraine reconstruction
Italy hosts conference focusing on Ukraine's rebuilding efforts, while European leaders pledge over €10 billion to support reconstruction amid ongoing conflict.

John Kerry admits Trump was right on border issues
John Kerry acknowledges President Trump was right about border challenges, signaling shifts in political discourse and immigration policy perspectives.

Trump names Sean Duffy as interim NASA chief
Duffy takes dual role heading NASA and Transportation
Trump appoints own man to lead NASA amid Musk feud
President Trump appoints Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator, intensifying feud with Elon Musk and reshaping space agency leadership.

Senate GOP braces for fight on foreign aid cuts
GOP gearing up for major budget spending battles
House Republicans prepare for an intra-party conflict over proposed billions in cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting funding ahead of key votes.

Microsoft Outlook down, users locked out worldwide
Major Microsoft Outlook outage confirmed
Amazon Outlook email service suffers a major outage disrupting user access and communication globally, drawing attention to tech vulnerabilities.

Swedish PM’s bodyguards expose private locations on Strava
Swedish Prime Minister’s bodyguards accidentally reveal his location and private residences via fitness tracking app, raising security concerns.

US sanctions UN official critical of Gaza war
Trump admin sanctions UN Palestinian rights envoy
U.S. sanctions United Nations officials critical of Israel’s actions in Gaza amid rising diplomatic tensions over human rights investigations.

FBI suspends six agents over Trump assassination attempt
6 federal agents suspended for Trump shooting lapses
Secret Service suspends six agents for Trump protection failings
FBI suspends six personnel without pay following security failures during assassination attempt on President Trump, fueling scrutiny of federal protective services.

Measles cases spike to highest point in 33 years in US
US measles outbreaks raise alarm across 38 states
Measles cases in the U.S. reach the highest level recorded in over 30 years, sparking public health concerns and calls for increased vaccination efforts.

Rubio meets Russia’s Lavrov amid Ukraine tensions
Marco Rubio holds talks with Russian counterpart in Malaysia
Rubio, Lavrov set for tense talks over Ukraine
Marco Rubio meets with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Malaysia amid escalating tensions surrounding the Ukraine conflict and international diplomacy.

DOJ launches probe into Comey and Brennan
Brennan calls FBI investigation clueless
Justice Department opens criminal inquiry on intelligence chiefs
FBI and DOJ investigations target high-profile figures like James Comey and John Brennan, raising questions about political motivations and accountability in intelligence.

DOJ subpoenas doctors performing youth transgender care
Trump DOJ probes gender-affirming clinics under fire
U.S. FDA and Justice Department issue subpoenas to numerous doctors and clinics involved in transgender medical procedures for minors, intensifying legal scrutiny.

X CEO Linda Yaccarino steps down abruptly
Elon Musk’s X faces uncertain future after CEO exit
Amazon CEO Linda Yaccarino resigns after less than three months, marking a sudden leadership change at X (formerly Twitter) amid challenges with AI and content moderation.

Hamas agrees to release 10 hostages amid ceasefire talks
Israel pounds Gaza targets as truce talks continue
Gaza ceasefire gains traction but permanent deal uncertain
Israel and Hamas move toward ceasefire talks with Hamas agreeing to release hostages, while Israeli strikes continue in Gaza amid ongoing negotiations for peace and prisoner exchange.
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