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US strikes 8th alleged drug boat in Pacific - First strike outside Caribbean

The US military expanded its campaign against suspected narco vessels with an eighth strike in the eastern Pacific killing two people and marking the first reported attack in Pacific waters as the operation widens

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38 trillion - US gross national debt tops $38 trillion during the federal shutdown

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"It was time" — President Donald Trump

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US strikes 8th alleged drug boat in Pacific - Pentagon confirms

The US has expanded its controversial campaign of strikes on vessels alleged to be carrying drugs, marking the eighth known attack and the first reported strike in Pacific waters. Officials confirm lethal force and provide few public details as the strikes widen geographically.

Trump slaps sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil - Treasury

The White House moved to punish Moscow with fresh economic pressure, targeting Russia's largest oil companies as Washington presses for a ceasefire in Ukraine. Treasury signals the measures are the start of a wider sanctions uptick if diplomacy stalls.

JUST IN: Trump to demolish entire East Wing for ballroom

Demolition of the White House East Wing has begun as the administration presses forward with a $250 million ballroom project. The teardown has prompted outrage over permits, historical concerns and potential safety issues as heavy machinery moves in.

Government shutdown hits 22nd day as talks stall

The federal government shutdown has stretched into its third week with mounting effects on services, food banks and military training. Political leaders trade blame while some state officials deploy National Guard forces to relieve local pressure.

What we know about Trump’s bid to claim 230 million from DOJ

Reports detail President Trump seeking roughly $230 million from the Justice Department to cover legal costs and alleged harms from prior federal probes. The unprecedented demand has drawn legal and political rebukes from across the spectrum.

Louvre director admits a terrible failure after crown jewels heist

The Louvre admitted major security failures after thieves stole crown jewels in a daylight raid, prompting the museum to close briefly and then reopen. Officials and lawmakers demand accountability as investigations focus on blind spots in surveillance.

ICJ orders Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza

The International Court of Justice and UN organs pressed Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza while the World Health Organization led urgent evacuations of critical patients. The rulings and actions come amid an increasingly fraught ceasefire implementation.

Putin directs nuclear forces drills as summit plans stall

Russian forces carried out major strikes across Ukraine while Moscow ordered nuclear readiness drills as diplomatic efforts to schedule a Trump‑Putin summit faltered. The attacks have caused civilian casualties and raised international alarm.

US lifts restriction on Ukraine use of long range missiles

The U.S. shifted its Ukraine policy with a lift on restrictions for long‑range strikes while also debating whether to provide Tomahawk missiles. The moves reflect a tug of war between deterrence strategy and concerns over escalation.

US weighs curbs on exports to China made with US software

Washington is weighing export controls tied to US software as part of a broader response to Chinese rare earth restrictions and technology competition. Officials and industry warn of far reaching trade and supply chain impacts.

OpenAI launches Atlas browser to take on Google Chrome

OpenAI stunned the tech world by launching ChatGPT Atlas, a browser aimed at challenging Google. The move sent shockwaves through markets and prompted immediate reactions across Big Tech ecosystems.

Family alleges OpenAI relaxed ChatGPT guardrails before teen suicide

Safety and corporate responsibility questions swirl around OpenAI after families allege loosened guardrails contributed to a teen suicide. The claims add to regulatory scrutiny as the company expands products aggressively.

Internal documents show Amazon goal to replace 600000 workers with robots

Amazon's internal plans to automate large parts of its workforce have surfaced alongside new hardware and robotics initiatives aimed at reducing labor costs. The revelations have reignited debate over tech job displacement and corporate strategy.

Meta to cut about 600 roles in its AI superintelligence lab

Big tech and AI face turbulence as Meta cuts roles in its Superintelligence Lab and platforms and publishers clash over AI training data. Simultaneously Google reports quantum computing progress that could reshape research and industry.

Trump administration dispatches 100 immigration agents to San Francisco

Immigration enforcement operations in multiple cities have provoked clashes and legal fights as ICE steps up raids and the administration moves agents to San Francisco. Graphic footage and high‑profile arrests have fueled protests and political fallout.

Pentagon touts a new next generation press corps of right wing outlets

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has reshaped Pentagon media access and communications with new rules limiting press freedoms and congressional contacts. Critics warn the changes undermine transparency as the department adopts a partisan tilt.

US gross national debt tops 38 trillion amid shutdown

Fiscal strain and inflation worries collide as US debt tops $38 trillion during the shutdown and Treasury projects consumer price declines ahead. Markets react to mixed earnings and commodity swings including a sharp drop in gold.

NATO chief meets Trump to push Russia Ukraine ceasefire plans

Diplomacy intensifies around Ukraine as NATO and US leaders meet while Kyiv secures new aircraft purchases. High level visits and matériel moves underscore Western efforts to shore up defenses as fighting continues.

Israeli lawmakers advance West Bank annexation bills

Right wing lawmakers in Israel advanced bills to formally annex parts of the occupied West Bank while deportations and restrictions on activists continued. The moves deepen tensions with regional and international actors.

Tesla posts 37 percent drop in profit after price cuts

Tesla reported a sharp profit decline after cutting vehicle prices even as deliveries surged and revenue rose. Investors and analysts weigh margin pressures and future AI and vehicle strategies heading into earnings season.

North Korea stole billions via crypto hacks and payroll fraud

Cyber theft and AI enabled fraud are rising global threats as North Korean hackers drain billions via crypto hacks and criminals exploit synthetic media across freight and logistics. Legal fights over AI defamation and liability are emerging.

University of Virginia strikes deal to pause federal investigations

The University of Virginia reached a deal with the Trump administration to pause federal civil rights investigations, an unprecedented agreement for a public university that raises questions about oversight and precedent.

North Carolina lawmakers pass GOP drawn congressional map

Republican state legislators pushed through middecade redistricting in North Carolina to add likely Republican seats, part of a national GOP effort to reshape House math ahead of 2026. The maps are expected to face legal and political challenges.

Tropical Storm Melissa expected to explode into a major hurricane

Tropical Storm Melissa intensified in the Caribbean with forecasts showing possible rapid strengthening into a hurricane as uncertainty remains over its eventual path toward the US East Coast. Authorities warned of heavy rain and flooding.