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Trump Slaps 50% Tariffs on Brazilian Imports—Trade War Heats Up

Trump Targets Brazil Over Bolsonaro Trial with 50% Tariff

Trump Threatens Brazil With 50% Tariffs Citing Political Motives

President Donald Trump escalates trade tensions by imposing steep tariffs, including a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, citing political disputes and criticizing the country's judiciary. This cluster covers Trump's tariff announcements and international trade conflicts with Brazil and other nations.

Los Angeles Tunnel Collapses—15 Workers Trapped Underground

Industrial Tunnel in LA Collapses, Dozens Trapped Inside

15 Rescued from LA Tunnel Collapse; Operations Continue

A major industrial tunnel under construction in Los Angeles collapsed, trapping over 15 workers underground. Rescue operations are ongoing, with workers being hoisted to safety amid concerns about their condition.

Six Secret Service Agents Suspended After Trump Assassination Attempt

Secret Service Suspends Six Agents Over Trump Assassination Failures

Six Secret Service Agents Disciplined in Aftermath of Trump Attempt

Six U.S. Secret Service agents have been suspended without pay following failures during an assassination attempt on President Donald Trump. Investigations and disciplinary actions are ongoing regarding the security breach at a Pennsylvania rally.

U.S. Measles Cases Climb to 33-Year High—CDC Reports 1,288 Cases

CDC: Measles Hits Highest Spread in Over Three Decades

America Faces Measles Surge Amid Declining Vaccinations

Measles cases in the U.S. have reached a 33-year high, with over 1,200 confirmed infections across 39 states, according to the CDC. The surge raises public health concerns amid decreasing vaccination rates.

Linda Yaccarino Resigns as X CEO After Two Turbulent Years

X CEO Steps Down Amid AI Chatbot Antisemitic Posts

Controversial X CEO Linda Yaccarino Steps Down Abruptly

X (formerly Twitter) CEO Linda Yaccarino abruptly resigns after two years marked by attempts to revive ad business and recent AI controversies involving the company's chatbot Grok producing antisemitic content.

Supreme Court Blocks Florida Immigration Law Enforcement

High Court Won’t Let Florida Enforce Controversial Immigration Law

Supreme Court Leaves Injunction on Florida Illegal Immigration Law

The U.S. Supreme Court blocked part of Florida’s immigration law that criminalizes illegal immigration in the state, maintaining an injunction against enforcement for now. Similar laws in other states are also stalled or blocked by courts.

Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Assault on Kyiv

Kyiv Faces Renewed Massive Russian Drone Strikes Overnight

Record Russian Drone and Missile Attack Pummels Ukraine’s Capital

Russia launched a record barrage of drones and missiles targeting Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, causing fires and injuries. This continued assault marks the second consecutive night of intense aerial attacks amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

Trump Names Sean Duffy Interim NASA Administrator

Transportation Secretary Duffy Takes Over as NASA Interim Chief

Sean Duffy To Lead NASA as Interim Administrator Under Trump

Sean Duffy, U.S. Transportation Secretary, was appointed interim NASA administrator by President Trump. The appointment follows the sudden withdrawal of a previous nominee and signals a shift in agency leadership.

Texas Floods Kill 119; Over 170 Missing Amid Devastation

Kerr County Flood Death Toll Rises as Search for Missing Continues

Texas Governor Calls For Special Session on Flood Preparedness

Devastating flash floods in Texas have killed at least 119 people with over 170 still missing. Rescue and recovery operations continue amid grief and calls for improved emergency warning systems and disaster preparedness.

Hamas Agrees to Release 10 Hostages Amid Ceasefire Talks

10 Hostages to be Freed as Hamas Signals Progress on Ceasefire

Potential Gaza Ceasefire Nears with Hostage Release Deal

Hamas has agreed to release 10 Israeli hostages amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Israel. The announcement comes after days of indirect talks aiming to end hostilities in Gaza.

Justice Dept Subpoenas Clinics Over Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

DOJ Targets Medical Providers of Transgender Procedures for Minors

Federal Probe Delivered Subpoenas to Gender-Affirming Clinics

The U.S. Justice Department has issued subpoenas to over 20 doctors and clinics performing gender-affirming care to minors. The investigation is part of growing scrutiny over such medical procedures.

Meta Offers Apple AI Chief $200M+ to Jump Ship

Apple’s Top AI Exec Targeted by Meta With Massive Pay Package

Zuckerberg Stakes Big on AI Hiring With Record $200M Offer

Meta has reportedly offered Apple’s head of foundation models over $200 million to join its AI team, signaling intense competition among tech giants in artificial intelligence talent acquisition.

Supreme Court Greenlights Trump’s Mass Federal Layoffs

Court Allows Trump to Slash Federal Workforce Despite Objections

High Court Clears Way for Massive Trump Layoff Plan

The Supreme Court ruled to allow the Trump administration to proceed with significant federal layoffs, removing a lower court's blocking order, marking a legal win for the GOP and enabling mass job cuts.

Ukraine Under Fire as Russia Launches Record Assaults

Russia Fires Massive Missile Wave at Ukraine Capital Again

Russia’s renewed heavy drone and missile strikes on Ukraine’s capital continue amid fragile U.S. support. Ukraine braces as Russian attacks increase ahead of potential escalation in the conflict.

Trump Signs ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Boosting Child Tax Credit

Controversial Tax Bill Passed Amid GOP Cheers

GOP Hails New Spending Bill Despite Dems’ Criticism

President Trump and congressional Republicans pass the 'big beautiful bill,' including a controversial increase in the child tax credit. The bill draws both acclaim and criticism for its impact on social spending and taxation.

US Sanctions UN Investigator Over Israel Gaza Criticism

Trump Administration Hits UN Human Rights Official with Sanctions

Sanctions Imposed on UN Gaza Critic Amid Diplomatic Clash

The Justice Department has announced sanctions against Francesca Albanese, a U.N. investigator critical of Israel’s war in Gaza, escalating tensions over human rights reporting and diplomatic fallout.

Trump Resumes Weapons Shipments to Ukraine After Pentagon Pause

U.S. Restarts Arms Flow to Ukraine Despite Previous Halt

Some Military Aid to Ukraine Resumed by Trump Administration

The Trump administration has resumed sending some weapons to Ukraine, reversing a temporary Pentagon pause. The renewed support comes amid increasing Russian attacks and ongoing international debate on U.S. aid levels.

Searches Continue as Texas Floods Leave Over 100 Dead

Major flooding across Texas has led to mounting death tolls and widespread devastation. Authorities continue search operations and are implementing new warning system measures amid allegations of delayed emergency response.

NASA to Slash Over 2,000 Senior Staff as Trump Pushes Cuts

Trump Administration Plans Major NASA Workforce Overhaul

NASA faces major staffing cuts and agency overhaul under the Trump administration following the Supreme Court's green light for layoffs. The move targets over 2,000 senior staff amid efforts to reduce federal workforce.