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Senate GOP Races to Pass Trump's Megabill by July 4 Deadline

JD Vance Arrives to Cast Possible Tie-Break on Big Beautiful Bill

Senate Dems Force Full Reading of 940-Page GOP Megabill

Senate Republicans push ahead to pass President Trump's massive tax and spending bill, dubbed the Big Beautiful Bill, amid intense intra-party pressures and Democratic opposition tactics, with key GOP senators wavering and late-night negotiations ongoing.

IDF Kills Top Hamas Founder in Targeted Airstrike

Israeli Strikes Kill Over 60 in Gaza as Ceasefire Hangs in Balance

Israel Says It Killed Hamas Co-founder in Gaza City Strike

Heightened conflict in the Middle East as Israeli Defense Forces continue strikes in Gaza killing dozens, including Hamas military leaders, while ceasefire prospects remain uncertain amid rising tensions and widespread mourning.

Supreme Court Limits Judges’ Power to Block Trump Policies Nationwide

SCOTUS Hands Trump Big Win on Birthright Citizenship Ruling

Justice Barrett Blasts Dissent in Birthright Citizenship Case

Supreme Court delivers a major win to the Trump administration by limiting judges' power to issue nationwide injunctions, affecting birthright citizenship and expanding executive authority, triggering fierce reactions across the political spectrum.

Socialist Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Democratic Mayoral Primary

Zohran Mamdani’s Tax Whites More Plan Sparks Accusations of Racism

Republicans Attack Democrats Over Mamdani’s Radical Platform

New York City's mayoral race shaken by socialist Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the Democratic primary; his radical platform and race-based tax plan have ignited fierce debates and political backlash among Republicans and Democrats alike.

At Least 66 Children Dead from Malnutrition in Gaza Amid Siege

One of Gaza's Last Hospitals Struggles with Lack of Supplies and Staff

Families Decry Conditions Inside Overcrowded US Immigrant Detention Centers

Humanitarian crisis deepens in Gaza as at least 66 children die from malnutrition amid tightened Israeli siege and dwindling medical supplies, with international aid struggling to access besieged areas facing dire shortages.

Russian Drones Kill 2 Civilians, Wound 17 in Odesa Strikes

Ukraine Claims Drones Destroy Russian Helicopters and Air Defenses in Crimea

Deadly Drone Strikes Increase on Ukraine’s Southern Cities

Russian drone attacks escalate in Ukraine targeting key cities like Odesa, resulting in civilian casualties and injuries, while Ukraine claims significant destruction to Russian military assets amid ongoing conflict.

Iran Executes Three for Alleged Spying for Israel

Hundreds of Thousands Mourn Iranian Commanders Killed by Israeli Strikes

Iran Holds State Funeral for Military Leaders Killed in War with Israel

Tensions rise as Iranian regime cracks down with rapid executions and arrests of suspected spies, publicly mourns prominent military leaders killed in conflict, and faces criticism over internal repression amid escalating conflict with Israel.

NATO Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Spy Plane over Baltic Sea

Russian spy plane intercepted by NATO jets over Baltic Sea as the Kremlin warns of a 'direct' response amid escalating military tensions on NATO’s eastern borders.

Funeral Held for Slain Minnesota Lawmaker Melissa Hortman and Husband

Biden, Harris Attend Funeral for Minnesota State Rep Melissa Hortman

Former President Biden Pays Respects to Slain Minnesota Lawmaker

Hundreds of thousands mourn slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband at funeral attended by President Biden, Kamala Harris, and other dignitaries, with tributes emphasizing her legislative impact and personal warmth.

California Closes $12B Budget Deficit with Migrant Policy Cuts

Newsom Blasts GOP Over Seniors and Budget Disputes

California Moves to Restrict Gender Ideology in Schools Amid Legal Threats

Budget struggles and reforms mark California politics as the state closes a $12 billion deficit through cuts targeting migrants, sparking political debates over fiscal priorities amid national immigration and budget controversies.

Haitians to Lose TPS Status as DHS Orders Departures

ICE Arrests Surge Nationwide Under Trump Administration

Noem Praises Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Prison for Illegal Aliens

Rising tensions over immigration policies as Trump's administration ends TPS status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and ramp ups ICE enforcement, leading to increased arrests and deportations amidst legal and humanitarian backlash.

Severe Storm Forces Hundreds of Flight Cancellations at Atlanta Airport

Nearly 400 Flights Canceled at Atlanta Airport Amid Severe Weather

Delta Focuses On Recovery Following Atlanta Storm Damage

Severe weather disrupts travel as thunderstorms and hailstorm hit Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson airport causing hundreds of flight cancellations, raising holiday travel concerns nationwide.

US-Mediated Peace Deal Signed Between Congo and Rwanda Ends Decades of Conflict

Trump Suspends U.S.-Canada Trade Talks Over Digital Tax Dispute

IAEA Chief Warns Iran Likely to Enrich Uranium Within Months

Major international political developments include US-led U.S.-mediated peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, suspension of US-Canada trade talks over Canadian digital taxes, and increased scrutiny on Iran's nuclear ambitions following recent strikes.

Officials Confirm Likely Shark Bite at Popular New York Beach

Woman Likely Bitten by Shark at New York’s Jones Beach

Two Police Officers Injured in Milwaukee Shooting Incident

Public safety concerns rise with reports of shark bites in New York waters and violent crime incidents across major cities, while law enforcement agencies respond to ongoing criminal threats and arrest suspects in human trafficking and violent attacks.

Senate GOP Slashes Solar and Wind Subsidies in Megabill Tax Plan

Europe Faces First Heatwave of the Summer Amid Climate Change

Heat Dome Passes but Climate-Fueled Waves Persist

Energy and climate policy under attack as Senate GOP moves to cut green energy subsidies in Trump’s megabill, while global climate change drives dangerous heatwaves across Europe and parts of the US, stressing infrastructure and public health.

FBI Confirms Hacker Group Behind Hawaiian Airlines Cyberattack

Rampant Cybercriminal Group Targets US Airlines and Infrastructure

El Chapo Cartel Hired Hacker to Track FBI Informant Movements

Concerns mount about national security in cyberspace as notable hacker groups target airlines and FBI surveillance systems, raising questions about vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and law enforcement agencies.

Serbia Police Clash with Anti-Govt Protesters in Belgrade

Riot Police Fire Tear Gas at Protesters Demanding Early Election in Serbia

Serbian Students and Opposition Rally for Snap Elections

Political destabilization grows in Serbia amid mass anti-government protests calling for early elections, with riot police deploying tear gas against demonstrators, reflecting rising public frustration and demands for regime change.

Jeff Bezos Marries Lauren Sánchez in Lavish Venice Ceremony

Venice Divided as Bezos Wedding Sparks Glamour and Protests

Hundreds Protest Bezos Wedding Chanting ‘Kisses Yes, Bezos No’

High-profile wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez in Venice draws global celebrity attendance, lavish celebrations, and widespread protests highlighting tensions over wealth disparity and over-tourism in the historic city.

Trump Ends Deportation Protections for 500,000 Haitians

Homeland Security Releases Comical ICE Alligator Image Prompting Public Reaction

Controversy grows around President Trump's immigration policies including terminating Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and building the ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center in Florida, prompting lawsuits and political debate.

Senate GOP Scrambles to Pass Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill

Key GOP Senator Defects, Threatening Trump’s Megabill Passage

Schumer Intends to Force Reading of 1,000-Page GOP Megabill

Intense political battles continue with Trump facing crucial Senate votes on his domestic agenda, receiving mixed support from GOP senators, while Democrats employ delaying tactics including forcing full readings of bills to slow passage.

Trump Scores 3 Big Foreign Policy Wins This Week

US-Iran Conflict Escalates as Trump Orders Bombings of Nuclear Sites

Iran Nearly Assassinated Mike Pompeo in 2022, New Book Reveals

International tensions simmer as the US and Israel conduct military actions against Iran’s nuclear sites, with Trump administration leveraging executive power amid domestic and foreign challenges; Iran’s leadership retaliates with crackdowns.

Thousands Protest in Bangkok Calling for Thai PM Resignation

Budapest Pride Draws 100K Defying Government Ban and Police Orders

Serbian Protesters Rally for Snap Election Against Populist Rule

Political turmoil and protests erupt across the world, including Thailand demands for PM’s resignation, Hungary’s LGBTQ+ community defying bans with large pride marches, and rising protests in Serbia calling for early elections.

Pam Bondi Fires Three DOJ Prosecutors Linked to Jan. 6 Cases

DOJ Abruptly Removes Three Prosecutors Involved in Jan. 6 Investigations

Reports: Trump Justice Department Fires Jan. 6 Prosecutors

Legal and law enforcement shakeups continue as Attorney General Pam Bondi fires key prosecutors in Jan. 6 cases, raising questions about political influence at the Department of Justice amid high-profile investigations and prosecutions.

Meta Hires Four More Top AI Researchers From OpenAI

Mark Zuckerberg’s Secret List to Poach Top AI Talent Sparks Frenzy

OpenAI Loses Key Staffers to Meta in Major Recruiting Drive

Tech giants and AI firms experience turmoil and competition as Meta aggressively poaches top AI talent from OpenAI, while TikTok and other social media platforms face growing scrutiny over misinformation and data security concerns.

Warren Buffett Donates $6 Billion in Berkshire Stock to Five Foundations

Buffett’s Lifetime Giving Tops $60B with Latest $6B Donation

High-value philanthropic donations shock markets as Warren Buffett announces another $6 billion stock donation to five foundations, increasing his lifetime giving to over $60 billion and influencing charitable funding streams globally.

Landslide Kills 22, 8 Missing in Colombia Disaster

Toddler Stung More Than 150 Times Fights for Life After Wasp Attack

Man Killed, 2 Injured in Ambush Gun Attack in Chicago

Tragic local incidents highlight rising violence and dangers including fatal landslides in Colombia killing at least 22, a toddler stung 150 times by wasps fighting for life, and violent shootings injuring and killing several in US cities like Chicago.

Cotton Pushes Bill to Slash Waste in Intelligence Bureaucracy

Senators Scramble to Pass Trump’s Budget Before Deadline

Supreme Court Curbs Judges’ Powers, Boosts Trump’s Exec Authority

Congressional and legal battles persist as Republicans aim to reform intelligence agencies, cut waste, and limit executive power while Democrats intensify oversight, challenging Trump’s second-term agenda and regulatory moves.

Invasive Fish That Survives Out of Water Found in Canada

Bears Take Over California Home Abandoned After Multiple Burglaries

Bison Boils to Death in Yellowstone Hot Spring Shocking Tourists

Environmental and wildlife concerns rise with invasive species found in Canada, bear takeovers of homes following burglaries, and shocking animal deaths observed at national parks, prompting calls for increased awareness and action.