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Steel Plant Explosion Traps Workers Under Rubble in Pennsylvania

A massive explosion at U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works near Pittsburgh has left multiple workers injured and trapped under rubble. Emergency crews are conducting a large-scale rescue operation amid fears of casualties.

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Number 15% - U.S. government cut on Nvidia and AMD chip sales to China

Quote "This is liberation day in D.C. We are taking our capital back" — President Donald Trump

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Steel Plant Explosion Traps Workers in Pennsylvania

Blast Rocks Pennsylvania US Steel Plant Injures Dozens

People Trapped Under Rubble After Steel Plant Explosion

Multiple reports detail a powerful explosion at U.S. Steel's Clairton Coke Works near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, leaving multiple injuries and workers trapped under rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing amid emergency responses.

Trump Federalizes DC Police, Deploys National Guard

Trump Takes Over DC Police In Sweeping Crime Crackdown

Trump Declares 'Liberation Day' In D.C. With Guard Deployment

President Donald Trump announces federal takeover of Washington, D.C.'s Metropolitan Police Department and plans to deploy the National Guard to combat crime and homelessness, sparking mixed reactions from politicians and residents.

Ukrainian Drone Strike Kills 1 in Russia Before Summit

Ukraine Drone Strike In Russia Raises Summit Tensions

Ukrainian Attack Continues Ahead of Trump-Putin Alaska Meet

Ukrainian forces conduct a drone strike killing one person in Russia's Nizhny Novgorod region as tensions escalate ahead of the planned Trump-Putin summit in Alaska.

Nvidia AMD to Pay US 15% on AI Chip Sales to China

US Government To Take Cut of Nvidia AMD China Chip Sales

Chipmakers Agree to Revenue Cut to Export AI Chips to China

Nvidia and AMD have reached a deal with the U.S. government to pay 15% of revenue earned from advanced AI chip sales in China as a condition to receive export licenses, stirring debates on trade and technological competition.

Tropical Storm Erin Forms in Atlantic Ocean

First Named Storm Erin Could Become Atlantic’s First Hurricane

Erin Gains Strength in Atlantic Hurricane Watch Underway

Tropical Storm Erin has formed in the Atlantic Ocean and is expected to strengthen into the first hurricane of the 2025 season, with forecasters closely monitoring its development and trajectory towards US coasts.

Netanyahu Defends Expanded Gaza Offensive Despite Outrage

Netanyahu Outlines Military Expansion Plan for Gaza City

Israel Plans Full Occupation of Gaza with 400K Troops

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defends an expanded military offensive in Gaza including plans to take over Gaza City, facing growing international condemnation amid escalating violence and humanitarian concerns.

Colombian Presidential Hopeful Miguel Uribe Dies After Shooting

Senator Miguel Uribe Dies Weeks After Campaign Shooting

Colombian Senator Succumbs to Gunshot Wounds

Colombian presidential hopeful and senator Miguel Uribe Turbay has died after being shot during a campaign event. His death highlights ongoing violence and instability amid Colombia’s political landscape.

Judge Denies Request to Unseal Ghislaine Maxwell Grand Jury Records

Federal Judge Rejects Bid to Release Maxwell Grand Jury Testimony

Court Blocks Release of Epstein Associate Maxwell’s Transcripts

A federal judge denies the Trump administration’s request to unseal grand jury transcripts in the criminal case of sex trafficker associate Ghislaine Maxwell, maintaining the confidentiality of court records.

Texas GOP Vows Special Sessions Until Dems Return

Redistricting Fight in Texas Could Last For Years, Says Abbott

Texas House Reconvenes Amid Redistricting Standoff

Texas Republicans vow to continue calling special legislative sessions as Democrats fled the state attempting to block congressional redistricting plans, signaling a prolonged partisan battle over electoral maps.

Ford Invests $2 Billion in Kentucky EV Assembly Plant

Ford Unveils Plans for Affordable EV Production in Louisville

Ford Bets Big on New Model T EV Platform to Build Cheap Trucks

Ford Motor Co. announces a $2 billion investment to transform its Louisville, Kentucky plant to produce affordable electric vehicles, marking a major pivot toward cost-effective EV manufacturing in the U.S.

US Stocks Near Record as Inflation Data Looms

Dow Edges Higher Despite Chip Stocks Slipping

Wall Street Mixed Ahead of Busy Week of Economic Releases

Global stock markets, including the U.S. Dow Jones and Nasdaq, remain cautious but near record highs ahead of key inflation data releases, as investors brace for potential impact on economic outlook.

Israel Kills Al Jazeera Journalist in Gaza Strike

Al Jazeera Correspondents Targeted and Killed by Israel in Gaza

Israel Claims Al Jazeera Reporter Was Hamas Operative

Israeli forces assassinate Al Jazeera journalist Anas al-Sharif in Gaza, drawing international outrage amid ongoing conflict, with Israel alleging he was a Hamas terrorist linked to militant activities.

Trump-Putin Summit Set in Alaska This Friday

Trump to Meet Putin Amid Ukraine War Talks

Trump Prepares for High-Stakes Alaska Meeting with Putin

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska this Friday to discuss potential peace in Ukraine, raising hopes and concerns amid ongoing global geopolitical tensions.

Europe Wary Trump-Putin Summit May Sidelined Ukraine

EU Ministers to Meet Before Trump-Putin Talks

European Leaders Urge Ukraine’s Role Ahead of Summit

European leaders express concern that the upcoming Trump-Putin summit could sideline Ukraine, urging inclusion of Kyiv in negotiations and preparing for security challenges in the region.

Trump Outlines Crime Crackdown Plan for Washington DC

Trump Vows to Jail Criminals and Clear Homeless from DC

California Sues Trump Over National Guard Plan for DC

President Trump outlines a hardline plan to tackle crime and homelessness in Washington, D.C., including deploying federal law enforcement and National Guard troops, facing pushback from city officials and critics.

Trial Begins Over Trump National Guard Deployment in LA

Federal Judge to Rule on Legality of Guard Troops in LA

Legal Fight Tests Trump’s Use of Military in Domestic Cities

Legal battles continue over the Trump administration's deployment of the National Guard in Los Angeles, testing the limits of federal authority and legal statutes regarding military use in domestic cities.

Ford Commits $5 Billion to US EV Expansion

Ford’s Next Model T: Massive Investment in EV Future

Blue Oval Bets Big on Affordable Electric Trucks

Ford announces a major $5 billion investment in the U.S. for new electric vehicle production, seen as a 'next Model T moment' aiming to revolutionize their vehicle lineup and compete in the EV market.

Trump Calls Out Rep Crockett in Fierce Cognitive Test Demand

Trump Hurls Insults at Female Dems Amid Political Firestorm

Trump Doubles Down on ‘Deranged Bum’ Insults for Critics

Donald Trump slams Democrats, particularly Rep. Jasmine Crockett, urging cognitive tests and lashing out with derogatory insults, escalating partisan tensions ahead of key political events.

Texas Democrats Extend Walkout Over Redistricting Fight

Abbott Warns Redistricting Battle Could Drag On for Years

Texas GOP Demands Return of Fleeing Democrats to Pass Maps

Texas Democrats continue their walkout to block GOP’s redistricting plans as Governor Greg Abbott threatens prolonged special sessions until lawmakers return to vote.

Deadly Maryland House Fire Kills Four Children, Two Adults

Massive Maryland Blaze Claims Six Lives, Investigation Underway

Fatal Fire in Maryland Rips Through Family Home

An investigation follows a deadly fire in Waldorf, Maryland that killed multiple children and adults, with authorities working to determine cause as tragedy impacts the community.

Paramount Strikes $7.7B Deal for UFC Streaming Rights

UFC Moves Exclusively to Paramount for Seven Years

Historic Shift: UFC Ends PPV Joins Paramount Streaming

Paramount has secured a seven-year, $7.7 billion deal to become the exclusive home of UFC events in the U.S., ending pay-per-view and shifting the landscape of sports streaming rights.

Europe Scorched by 44C Heatwave, Fire Warnings Issued

France Spain Under Red Alerts Amidst Record Heat

Southern Europe Faces Blistering Temperatures and Wildfires

An intense heatwave sweeps through Europe, with parts of France and Spain under red weather warnings as temperatures soar and wildfire risks escalate.

JD Vance Says ‘A Lot’ Will Be Indicted in Russiagate Scandal

Vance Predicts Major Raids Over Russian Collusion Probe

Vice President Hints at Legal Storm Over Russiagate

Vice President JD Vance warns of impending indictments related to the Russiagate scandal and signals ongoing political turbulence involving prominent figures.

Texas Redistricting War Heats Up Amid Legislative Showdown

GOP Redistricting Power Grab Might Backfire in Texas

Republicans Urged to Fight Back on Gerrymandering Tactics

Texas House Republicans push aggressive redistricting efforts amid Democratic walkout, with national debates intensifying over gerrymandering and electoral fairness.

Ford Reveals Breakthrough in Low-Cost EV Production

Ford reveals a breakthrough manufacturing process aiming to lower electric vehicle costs significantly, spearheading new competitive strategies against rivals in the EV sector.

Al Jazeera Staff Among Dead in Israeli Gaza Strike

Press Freedom Under Fire as Journalists Assassinated in Gaza

Tensions rise as Israeli military targets media in Gaza, killing Al Jazeera journalists including Anas al-Sharif, fueling global outcry over freedom of press and civilian safety.

AOL to End Dial-Up Internet Service After 30 Years

Final Days for AOL Dial-Up as Service Ends in September

Legacy Internet Service AOL to Shut Down

AOL announces it will discontinue its dial-up internet service after more than 30 years, marking the end of an era for one of the first widespread online access platforms.

Trump Plans National Guard Deployment Across US Cities

Trump to Deploy Guard to DC NY Chicago LA Amid Crackdown

Power Play: Trump Readies Troops for Major Urban Deployments

President Donald Trump faces criticism and scrutiny as he pushes to deploy the National Guard on multiple U.S. city streets including Washington D.C., New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles to tackle crime.

Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Rocks Northwestern Turkey

Earthquake Kills One, Collapses Buildings in Turkey

Turkey Quake Leaves Fatalities and Destruction

An unusually intense magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes northwestern Turkey's Balikesir province, causing building collapses and at least one fatality, raising concerns of aftershocks and further damage.

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