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Massive quake off Russia triggers Pacific tsunami warnings

Tsunami waves hit West Coast, Alaska and Hawaii

Hawaii ‘past the worst’ as tsunami warnings fade

Tsunami warnings triggered across Pacific following massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka coast, prompting evacuations in Hawaii, Japan, and US West Coast states. US authorities downgrade warnings with little damage reported.

Trump slaps India with 25% tariff plus penalty for Russia deal

Senate Dems invoke rare rule to force release of Epstein files

Scoop: Senate Dems mount last-ditch push to block Trump tariffs

President Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Indian imports with additional penalties for Russian military ties, escalating trade tensions. Senate Democrats push to block tariffs and force government transparency on Epstein files.

Senate confirms Trump lawyer Emil Bove as federal judge

DOJ says Epstein and Maxwell grand juries heard only two witnesses

Trump DOJ seeks release of Epstein grand jury transcripts

Senate narrowly confirms Trump-aligned judge Emil Bove despite Democratic opposition and GOP defections. DOJ faces fallout over handling of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury records, revealing few witnesses testified.

NYC mass shooter had concealed permit and cited brain disease

Officials probe motive in NYC mass shooting spree

Mourners honor NYC shooting victims as grief spreads

New York City rocked by mass shooting; investigation uncovers shooter had concealed carry permit and claimed brain disease linked to damage. Victims mourned in emotional tributes as security concerns rise nationwide.

Three dead as Nebraska plant blasts continue burning

Dramatic plant explosion leaves missing, dead in Nebraska

Firefighters continue rescue efforts after deadly blast

Nebraska biofuel plant explosion kills two girls and adult man; firefighters continue battle as investigation unfolds. Community mourns tragedy amid ongoing emergency response.

Fed set to hold rates steady amid Trump pressure

US GDP jumps 3 percent in Q2, beating expectations

Dissent rises at Fed but rate cut remains unlikely

Federal Reserve widely expected to keep interest rates steady despite pressure from President Trump to cut. Economic data including robust GDP growth bolsters case for rate pause amid uncertainty.

Cory Booker fumes at Democrats in fiery Senate meltdown

Sen. Booker calls Democrats complicit in Trump agenda

Dem strategist unloads on Booker over ‘absurd rant’

Cory Booker publicly lashes out at fellow Democrats in intense Senate floor rant, accusing party of complicity with Trump agenda. His outburst triggers backlash and highlights growing tensions within Democratic ranks.

Ozzy Osbourne mourned as funeral procession floods Birmingham

Family and fans give emotional send-off to Ozzy Osbourne

Thousands line streets to honor metal icon Ozzy Osbourne

Thousands gather in Birmingham, UK, to honor rock legend Ozzy Osbourne during emotional funeral procession. Fans and family pay final respects to the 'Prince of Darkness' with heartfelt tributes throughout his hometown.

NASA and India launch groundbreaking Earth-tracking satellite

Radar satellite joins NASA’s climate monitoring fleet

Earth mapping tech promises better flood alerts

Google and NASA launch new Earth-mapping radar satellite tracking subtle shifts in land and ice, advancing climate research. The $1.3 billion mission aims to improve flood forecasting and disaster response worldwide.

FBI chief finds mass of collusion docs stashed in 'burn bags'

Patel reveals secret trove of Russia probe evidence

Political firestorm follows FBI document discovery

FBI Director Kash Patel discovers large cache of hidden Russia collusion documents in FBI burn bags, raising questions about earlier investigations and potential cover-ups. This revelation fuels political controversy.

Army chief boots Biden censorship czar at West Point

Army Secretary orders removal of Biden’s appointed censorship czar from West Point amid growing backlash. This move highlights tensions over free speech and political influence in military academia.

UCLA agrees $6M settlement over Jewish exclusion claims

University faces civil rights probe for campus anti-Semitism

UCLA settles lawsuit for nearly $6.5 million over allegations of creating a Jewish exclusion zone on campus amid anti-Semitism protests. The settlement draws attention to campus hate and civil rights violations.

United Airlines lands emergency flight at Heathrow post-engine fail

Smoke prompts United flight to halt at London airport

United Airlines forced emergency landing at Heathrow after engine failure, passenger safety paramount as aviation authorities investigate incident. Flight disruptions impact travelers amid summer travel peak.

FDA’s top vaccine regulator quits after brief stint

Vinay Prasad departs FDA amid policy clashes

FDA vaccine chief leaves post under pressure

Top Food and Drug Administration vaccine official resigns after controversial three-month tenure during Trump administration, raising questions about vaccine policy and agency stability.

Epstein and Maxwell grand juries relied on just 2 witnesses

DOJ admits minimal witness testimony in Epstein case

New court filing details sparse grand jury records on Epstein

Justice Department reveals Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell grand juries heard testimony from only two law enforcement witnesses, fueling public interest and controversy over the depth of the investigations.

Texas GOP releases new map to flip five US House seats

‘Redistricting war’ heats up in Texas with GOP plan

Democrats vow fight against Texas gerrymandering move

Texas Republicans unveil gerrymandered congressional maps to create five new GOP-leaning districts, sparking fierce backlash from Democrats who call it illegal voter suppression ahead of 2026 midterms.

Trump admin losing control of Epstein crisis amid cover-up claims

Democrats seek full Epstein files release amid scandal

Trump admits to ‘fishy’ Epstein remarks sparking alarm

Administration and lawmakers scramble as Trump administration faces mounting pressure over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, with allegations of cover-ups and political fallout affecting investigation transparency.

US economy grows 3 percent in Q2 beating forecasts

GDP rebound gives Trump more leeway on agenda

Economy beats odds as tariffs drive data distortion

New economic data shows surprising 3% US GDP growth in second quarter of 2025, outperforming expectations and bolstering President Trump's economic agenda despite ongoing tariff tensions and trade wars.

Federal probe launched into violent Cincinnati mob attack

Three arrested in brutal Cincinnati street beating case

One arrestee in Cincinnati mob attack was out on weapons bond

FBI and DOJ launch federal investigation into viral Cincinnati mob attack captured on video, leading to several arrests including a suspect out on bond. Attack raises security and racial tension concerns.

NTSB opens hearings on fatal DC midair collision

Families break down as new crash video is released

New footage shows moments before deadly plane crash

Transportation safety officials begin hearings on deadly January midair collision near Washington D.C., where an Army helicopter collided with passenger plane killing 67, seeking causes and safety improvements.

Senate panel advances bill banning stock trades by lawmakers

Bipartisan health price transparency bill introduced

Republicans clash over stock trading and ethics reforms

Congressional efforts continue to increase transparency and ethics with proposed bills banning stock trading by lawmakers and expanding price transparency in health care, facing partisan battles as political tensions rise.

Army pilots considered avoiding passenger jet before crash

New details emerge in DC helicopter collision

Midair crash probe focuses on pilot decisions

Army Black Hawk pilots discussed possible flight path change before January crash in Washington D.C. investigation, shedding light on causes of deadly midair collision under scrutiny by authorities.

Justice Department drops charges against Fat Brands CEO

DOJ reverses course on corporate fraud case

DOJ drops controversial charges against Fat Brands and its chair amid political pressure, highlighting issues in prosecutorial discretion during Trump administration.

Tesla inks $16B deal for Samsung AI chips amid China concerns

Tesla aims to sidestep China with new chip agreement

Tesla signs $16 billion deal for Samsung AI chips, bypassing China-based suppliers to fortify AI infrastructure amid global tech competition and supply chain challenges.

Texas GOP releases redistricting plan favoring Republicans

New map could shift balance in US House

Trump’s redistricting orders shake up Texas politics

Texas Republicans unveil highly partisan congressional maps aiming to create five new GOP seats, intensifying national debates over gerrymandering ahead of 2026 midterm elections.

Trump pushes for Fed rate cuts despite dissent

Fed expected to maintain interest rates amid political heat

Tense relations between Trump and Powell escalate

Amid political turmoil, President Trump intensifies pressure on Fed Chair Powell to cut interest rates, but Federal Reserve likely to hold steady, highlighting growing tensions between White House and central bank.

Palo Alto’s $25B CyberArk deal aims at AI security surge

Stocks tumble on massive CyberArk acquisition news

Wall Street reacts to Palo Alto’s bold $25 billion move

CyberArk acquisition by Palo Alto Networks valued at $25 billion targets rising cybersecurity threats driven by AI, raising investor concerns amid stock selloff and market uncertainty.

FBI locates 'missing minute' of Epstein jail footage

Epstein death tape mystery deepens with new claims

Mysterious ‘missing minute’ from Jeffrey Epstein jail video reportedly found by FBI, adding fuel to conspiracy theories about circumstances of Epstein’s death and government transparency.