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Trump Slaps Brazil With 50% Tariff Amid Bolsonaro Probe

Trump Hits Brazil With 50 Percent Tariff While Citing Support for Bolsonaro

Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50%, citing 'witch hunt' trial against Bolsonaro

President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 50% tariff on imports from Brazil, citing the prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro and accusing the country of unfair trade practices. This move has escalated the ongoing trade tensions and prompted threats of retaliation from Brazil.

Russia fires record barrage of drones and missiles at Ukraine

Russia hits Kyiv with more missiles and drones, causing fires and injuring at least 10

Kyiv hit by new massive Russian drone attack, Ukraine officials say

Russia has launched a record barrage of drones and missiles targeting Ukraine's capital Kyiv, causing fires and injuries amid ongoing conflict. The attacks represent an escalation in the war as the US resumes some weapons deliveries to Ukraine after a brief pause.

6 Secret Service agents suspended over Trump assassination attempt

Six Secret Service agents suspended over conduct during attempted Trump assassination

Secret Service suspended six personnel without pay following Trump assassination attempt

Six U.S. Secret Service agents have been suspended without pay in connection to their conduct during the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump last year. This disciplinary action follows internal reviews highlighting operational failures in security.

US measles cases hit highest level in 33 years

The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades

U.S. measles cases hit highest level in 33 years, CDC reports

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control report that the U.S. is experiencing its worst year of measles cases in over three decades, with 1,288 cases reported so far in 2025. This resurgence raises public health concerns.

Linda Yaccarino resigns as X CEO after AI scandal

X CEO Linda Yaccarino Steps Down in Surprise Move

X CEO Resigns a Day After Grok AI Debacle

Linda Yaccarino has announced her resignation as CEO of Elon Musk's social media platform X, following a turbulent tenure marked by controversies including the AI chatbot Grok's antisemitic posts. The departure raises questions about the platform's future direction.

Philadelphia workers and city reach deal to end strike

Philadelphia city workers reach tentative agreement to end strike

Philly Trash Standoff Ends as Union Reaches Tentative Deal

Philadelphia city workers, including sanitation and 911 dispatchers, have reached a deal to end a strike that halted trash pickup and other municipal services, easing a major disruption for the city.

Former CIA Director John Brennan clueless about FBI probe

Ex-CIA Director John Brennan says he’s had no contact with feds amid FBI probe

Brennan says he's 'clueless' about why FBI wants to investigate him

Former CIA Director John Brennan claims he is ‘clueless’ about the FBI investigation into him amid wider probes of political figures tied to the Trump-Russia affair. The Justice Department is reportedly looking into him and former FBI Director James Comey.

US resumes some weapons shipments to Ukraine

U.S. resumes sending some weapons to Ukraine, official says

Trump administration resumes sending some weapons to Ukraine after Pentagon pause

U.S. weapons shipments to Ukraine have resumed after a pause by the Pentagon, as fighting intensifies with massive Russian drone and missile attacks on Kyiv. The resumption highlights U.S. support amid escalating conflict.

Trump taps Sean Duffy as interim NASA chief

Trump taps Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator

Trump Names Musk Foe Interim Head of NASA After Ditching Billionaire’s Ally

Transport Secretary Sean Duffy has been appointed interim NASA administrator by President Donald Trump after the original nominee was dropped. This marks a reshuffle in top NASA leadership amid agency budget cuts and restructuring.

Supreme Court clears way for Trump admin federal layoffs

Breaking down Supreme Court ruling on mass federal layoffs

Supreme Court won't lift injunction against Florida's immigration law

The U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to proceed with mass federal layoffs as part of efforts to reshape the government workforce, overturning lower court injunctions against the layoffs.

Texas flood death toll climbs to 119 with 173 missing

Texas flooding death toll climbs to 119 as search for more people continues

Central Texas flood casualties rise to 118 killed 172 missing

Texas continues to suffer from catastrophic flooding following record rainfall, with death tolls rising above 119 and hundreds missing as rescue operations continue. Officials debate preparedness and response delays.

Nvidia hits $4 trillion market cap amid AI boom

Chipmaker Nvidia becomes most valuable company at $4 trillion

NVIDIA hits historic $4 trillion value on AI dominance

Tech company Nvidia has hit a historic market capitalization of $4 trillion amid soaring interest in AI technologies. The company's shares have surged following record-breaking performance and investor enthusiasm.

Zohran Mamdani leads NYC mayor race by 10 points

Mamdani backpedals on police defund rhetoric

Democratic Socialist Mamdani gains ground in NYC race

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, holds a commanding 10-point lead as polls show incumbent Mayor Eric Adams trailing in fourth place, indicating a potential political upset in the upcoming election.

DOJ subpoenas doctors over gender-affirming care for minors

Justice Department sends subpoenas to gender-affirming clinics

Trump's Justice Department targets doctors, clinics for transgender procedures

The Justice Department has issued subpoenas to more than 20 doctors and clinics performing gender-affirming care on minors as part of an investigation into transgender medical procedures, highlighting federal scrutiny on such practices.

The drone factories fueling Russia’s unprecedented assaults on Ukraine

Patriot missile stockpile a fraction of Pentagon needs as Trump arms Ukraine

Russia’s summer push targets three fronts amid stern resistance

Russian drone attacks on Ukraine surge to unprecedented levels, increasing strain on Ukrainian defenses. The U.S. faces challenges in maintaining sufficient missile stockpiles as it continues to provide military aid to Ukraine.

Trump praises Brennan and Comey probe reports: ‘Maybe they have to pay a price’

Trump celebrates FBI probe into Comey and Brennan

Trump blasts Comey Brennan: ‘Crooked as hell’

Former FBI Director James Comey and CIA Director John Brennan are under criminal investigation by the Trump administration related to alleged misconduct. This investigation fuels ongoing political tensions and claims of government weaponization.

Supreme Court won't revive aggressive Florida immigration law

New Supreme Court ruling blocks Florida immigration enforcement

The Supreme Court has blocked Florida from enforcing a controversial immigration law that criminalizes illegal immigration, maintaining federal authority over immigration enforcement and upholding judicial blocks in several states.

Jeffrey Epstein files scandal puts Trump under scrutiny

FBI opens investigation into Comey and Brennan for 2016 probe

DOJ subpoenas more than 20 gender-affirming care doctors clinics

Multiple investigations and political upheavals continue, including FBI probes into former officials, controversies around Jeffrey Epstein files, and disputes over immigration enforcement policies.

Trump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president

Trump meets presidents of 5 African nations in bid to boost trade

Trump praises Liberia leader’s English, the country’s official language

President Trump held a multilateral meeting with West African leaders, praising the Liberian president's English, and discussing trade and development opportunities amid ongoing political discussions.

Bishop in California frees Catholics from Mass due to ICE fears

Los Angeles Mayor Bass sues Trump admin to protect illegal aliens

San Bernardino bishop allows Catholics to skip Mass over ICE raids

The Trump administration faces backlash and criticism over its handling of immigration raids and deportations, including Catholic bishops allowing parishioners to miss mass over ICE fears and legal battles involving immigration enforcement.

Microsoft pledges $4 billion toward AI education

OpenAI challenges Google Chrome with AI-powered browser

Perplexity launches AI web browser Comet

Nvidia continues tech dominance with AI developments; Microsoft commits billions to AI education; OpenAI and startup Perplexity release AI-powered browsers; AI technology impacts various sectors amid cybersecurity concerns.

Trump DOJ sues California over trans athletes in girls’ sports

Former White House doctor refuses to testify in GOP probe

Supreme Court declines to let Florida enforce immigration crackdown

Federal and state governments face challenges adjusting policies amid political shifts in immigration, health, and education; Supreme Court rulings impact enforcement laws; legislative actions target social policies and agency operations.