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Ex-officer gets 33 months for Breonna Taylor raid

Federal judge rejects no-prison term in Taylor case

Former cop sentenced nearly 3 years in Taylor raid

The legal aftermath of the Breonna Taylor death case culminated in the sentencing of a former Louisville police officer to nearly three years in prison for violating her civil rights during a botched drug raid. The sentencing differed sharply from the government's lenient recommendation, sparking public reaction.

5 million pools recalled after 9 child drownings

Millions of pools recalled amid toddler drowning risk

Pool recall after deaths linked to climbing hazard

Massive recalls of over 5 million above-ground swimming pools across the US and Canada have been ordered after reports linked the pools' design feature to at least nine drowning deaths, primarily involving children. Safety concerns and related warnings have been issued.

Bangladesh air force jet crashes into school: 27 dead

Death toll climbs to 27 in Bangladesh jet crash

Bangladesh jet crash kills school children, report says

A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashed into a school campus in Dhaka, causing at least 27 deaths, mostly children. The tragedy has led to a day of national mourning and an ongoing investigation into the causes and aftermath of the accident.

Trump bans WSJ from Scotland trip press pool

White House blocks WSJ over Epstein letter report

Trump sues WSJ over ‘fake’ Epstein letter story

The Trump administration escalated its feud with The Wall Street Journal by banning the newspaper from the presidential press pool on an upcoming trip to Scotland. This follows a lawsuit accusing the paper of defamation related to a report on Trump's ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Hunter Biden says Joe Biden on Ambien before debate

Hunter Biden suggests Ambien caused Biden’s debate woes

Hunter Biden sparked controversy with statements blaming his father Joe Biden’s poor debate performance on the sleep aid Ambien. The claim has drawn significant media attention and further spotlighted Hunter’s outspoken interviews and commentary.

Russia drones swarm Ukraine nightly in new campaign

Drone wars escalate as Russia targets Ukraine nonstop

Russia continues nightly drone assaults on Ukraine, focusing on industrial and eastern regions in an intensified campaign of aerial attacks to undermine Ukrainian defenses and morale.

Ukraine, Russia set fresh peace talks in Turkey

New Kyiv-Moscow talks planned after failed ceasefire

Zelensky confirms new peace round with Russia

Ukraine and Russia are set for a new round of peace talks in Istanbul following earlier unsuccessful attempts to end the conflict. Ukrainian President Zelensky announced that discussions would resume with hopes to find a resolution.

Pentagon orders 700 Marines out of Los Angeles

Marines pulled from LA amid immigration protests

Trump administration withdraws troops from LA

The Pentagon ordered withdrawal of 700 active-duty U.S. Marines from Los Angeles, ending a deployment that had drawn criticism amid protests related to immigration enforcement and sanctuary city policies.

UK borrowing climbs as inflation pushes debt skyward

Government borrowing spikes in June on debt costs

UK borrows 20.7 billion pounds in June, ONS says

UK government borrowing is rising faster than expected, pressured by inflation and increasing debt servicing costs, adding to fiscal headaches for the government.

China launches giant hydropower dam in Tibet

China, Hong Kong shares rally on dam project boost

China has begun construction on the world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibet, a major infrastructure project that is expected to significantly boost renewable energy capacity while stirring regional geopolitical interest.

Sizewell C nuclear plant approved, 10,000 jobs ahead

The £38 billion Sizewell C nuclear power station in Suffolk, UK, received approval, promising to create 10,000 jobs and significantly expand the nation's low-carbon electricity supply in the coming decades.

Astronomer CEO quits amid Coldplay kiss cam scandal

Coldplay kiss cam CEO scandal rocks tech firm

New CEO speaks out after Coldplay kiss cam fallout

A CEO scandal erupted after a viral 'kiss cam' incident at a Coldplay concert involving the tech company's CEO, triggering a high-profile resignation and widespread public attention.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies at 54 in accidental drowning

‘Cosby Show’ star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dead at 54

Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner drowns on Costa Rica trip

Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, famous for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, died at age 54 by accidental drowning during a family vacation in Costa Rica, prompting tributes from fans and colleagues.

House grinds to halt as GOP blocks Epstein votes

Epstein fallout slams House work, GOP stalls votes

House GOP delays Epstein file votes before recess

House Republicans have halted major legislative activity as internal disputes over the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files stall work ahead of a summer recess, drawing criticism from Democrats and the public.

OpenAI users send over 2.5 billion prompts daily

ChatGPT handles 2.5 billion daily requests worldwide

OpenAI announces US office to deepen policy ties

OpenAI's ChatGPT service surpassed 2.5 billion daily prompts globally, with significant use in the US, reflecting rapid growth and adoption of AI technologies in various sectors.

WHO: Israeli forces hit Gaza health facilities, detain staff

Israeli strikes target humanitarian aid in Gaza, WHO says

The World Health Organization reported that Israeli forces attacked its facilities and detained staff in Gaza, raising international concern over the protection of humanitarian operations amid escalating conflict in the region.

Judge blocks Trump defunding Planned Parenthood move

Planned Parenthood wins partial funding fight in court

Judge extends pause on Planned Parenthood funding cuts

Federal judges have partially blocked President Trump's efforts to cut funding to Planned Parenthood as legal battles continue over defunding attempts tied to his sweeping tax and spending legislation.

Fed Chair Powell criminally referred to DOJ for perjury

GOP lawmaker asks DOJ to probe Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Jerome Powell faces criminal referral amid GOP feud

Former president Donald Trump has ramped up attacks against Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, with a House Republican ally formally referring Powell to the Department of Justice for alleged criminal perjury.

US to deport Haitian legal residents linked to gangs

ICE to remove Haitians supporting gang activities

Rubio backs deportation of permanent residents aiding gangs

The U.S. government has allowed deportation of some Haitians with permanent resident status accused of gang involvement, part of a broader Trump administration immigration crackdown targeting high-profile individuals.

UK, France and 23 nations slam Israel over Gaza civilian deaths

Nearly 30 nations call for Gaza war to end immediately

Western foreign ministers denounce Israeli attacks on Gaza aid seekers

Senators from the UK, France, and 23 other nations have condemned ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza and demanded an immediate end to the conflict amid rising civilian casualties and humanitarian distress.

Ukraine war briefing: Int’l calls grow for peace talks

The new round of peace talks on Ukraine-Russia conflict highlights ongoing international efforts to find a diplomatic resolution amid escalating hostilities and severe humanitarian impact.

Speaker says no House vote on Epstein files before recess

House won’t vote on Epstein release this week

House Republicans delay Epstein document votes again

The House remains deadlocked over the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, with Speaker Mike Johnson confirming no votes will happen on the matter before the August recess due to GOP resistance and political calculation.

Hunter Biden rants at Dems and celebrities in profanity blitz

Hunter Biden curses out Clooney and others in tirade

Hunter Biden ‘F*** Clooney & Carville’ in wild rant

Hunter Biden launched a profanity-laden series of attacks against prominent Democrats, celebrities, and critics in a recent media blitz, stirring controversy and spotlighting the former president’s son’s turbulent public profile.

Jerome Powell faces criminal perjury referral — GOP

House GOP cites Fed Chair Powell for alleged perjury

Republican lawmaker refers Fed Chair Powell to DOJ

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell faces increasing scrutiny and legal challenges during the Trump administration, with references to alleged perjury and contentious criticism over the Fed's policies.

OpenAI to open first DC office next year

OpenAI’s Washington push signals policy focus

ChatGPT usage hits record with 2.5B daily prompts

OpenAI expands its presence by announcing plans to open its first office in Washington, D.C., aiming to increase governmental engagement and showcase AI products as policy interest in artificial intelligence grows.

ICE attacks spike amid tense immigration standoff

Homan vows to flood sanctuary cities with ICE agents

Tom Homan criticizes NYC sanctuary laws over officer shooting

The Biden administration’s approach to immigration enforcement faces growing criticism, as reports reveal rising attacks on ICE officers and debates over sanctuary city policies intensify under officials like Tom Homan.

Trump admin dumps 230,000 pages of MLK files

Records on MLK assassination released despite family objection

FBI’s MLK files made public, stirring controversy

The Trump administration has released more than 230,000 pages of previously classified FBI documents related to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., despite objections from King’s family and civil rights organizations.

Harvard vows to restore $2.6B funding in court fight

Federal court questions Trump’s Harvard funding cut

Trump blasts Obama judge over Harvard funding case

Harvard University fights the Trump administration’s decision to cut billions in federal funding amid a high-profile legal battle that questions the legality and political implications of the financial freeze imposed on the Ivy League school.

Pentagon directs $200M to AI firms amid bias concerns

Pentagon awards contracts worth up to $200 million to AI companies including Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, and xAI, despite concerns over ideological biases in AI models amid growing defense applications of artificial intelligence.