Senate Scrambles to Pass Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Amid Skepticism and GOP Fractures
Senate Republicans push to advance President Trump’s massive $4 trillion tax and spending package despite significant opposition within their ranks, procedural delays, and resignations, setting the stage for a high-stakes weekend vote that could reshape U.S. policy.
24 Hours Senate races to pass Trump’s big beautiful bill this weekend + Elon Musk slams Senate’s take on Trump’s megabill + Israeli strikes kill over 60 in Gaza amid ceasefire hopes + Hamas leader eliminated in Israeli airstrike + Minnesota lawmaker and husband laid to rest after fatal shooting + Thousands defy Hungary’s ban to march at Budapest Pride + Zoom tensions flare over Biden, Harris at funeral service + IDF kills key Hamas founder behind October 7 attacks + Trump intensifies pressure on GOP holdouts for megabill + Iran holds massive funerals for slain commanders and scientists + Senate GOP cuts green energy subsidies in Trump megabill + California sues Fox News for $787 million over defamation + Tesla completes first fully autonomous car delivery + Russian drone strikes kill and wound dozens in Odesa + UK seizes over $130 million in cocaine from Panama ship + Lebanon hit by Israeli attacks killing multiple people
Number 62 - Number of people killed in latest Israeli strikes on Gaza
Quote "There’s got to be a way to pass this or it will be the ultimate betrayal to the American people" — White House on GOP holdouts opposing Trump’s megabill

Senate races to pass Trump’s big beautiful bill this weekend
Trump intensifies pressure on GOP holdouts for megabill
GOP senators scramble to pass Trump’s big beautiful bill
Senate Republicans are pushing to advance President Donald Trump's massive tax and spending bill known as the 'big, beautiful bill,' despite internal GOP dissent and procedural delays. The bill includes tax cuts, spending cuts, and defense funding, and faces opposition over Medicaid cuts and green energy provisions.

Israeli strikes kill over 60 in Gaza amid ceasefire hopes
Hamas leader eliminated in Israeli airstrike
Iran holds massive funerals for slain commanders and scientists
Tensions in the Middle East escalate as Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza, including Hamas leaders, amid fragile ceasefire talks. Iran mourns top commanders and scientists killed by Israeli attacks, deepening regional unrest.

Minnesota lawmaker and husband laid to rest after fatal shooting
Biden, Harris attend funeral for slain Minnesota lawmaker
Former President Biden joins mourners at Melissa Hortman’s service
The funeral of slain Minnesota state lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband drew notable political figures including Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, highlighting the impact of the tragedy and ongoing political ramifications across parties.

Thousands defy Hungary’s ban to march at Budapest Pride
Tens of thousands march at Budapest Pride despite ban
Tens of thousands march against Hungary's government for LGBTQ rights
Mass protests challenge government bans and restrictions, as tens of thousands in Budapest march in defiance of Hungary's Pride ban, demonstrating rising activism among LGBTQ+ communities and their supporters.

Elon Musk slams Senate’s take on Trump’s megabill
Elon Musk resumes attacks on Trump’s 'big, beautiful bill'
Elon Musk calls Trump's big bill 'political suicide'
Elon Musk condemns President Donald Trump's tax and spending bill variously called the 'big beautiful bill,' labeling it insanity and destructive, as Senate prepares for key votes amid divided opinion.

Tesla completes first fully autonomous car delivery
Tesla says it delivered its first car autonomously from factory to customer
Tesla’s viral autonomous car delivery video splits internet
Tesla made headlines with its first fully autonomous car delivery from factory to customer, showcasing advancement in driverless vehicle technology and sparking debate over adoption and safety.

Washington Post journalist charged with possession of child pornography
Chicago arrests 27 men in human trafficking sting
UK authorities seize over $130 million in cocaine
Multiple key arrests and legal battles highlight ongoing crime and justice issues: from arrests in human trafficking, drug rings, and a Washington Post journalist charged with child pornography to lawsuits surrounding immigrant detention centers.

Bezos wedding divides Venice with glamour and protests
Hundreds protest extravagant Bezos wedding in Venice
Final party ends Bezos-Sánchez wedding extravaganza in Venice
Controversy surrounds the lavish wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez in Venice, drawing massive protests over over-the-top extravagance amid city’s overtourism crisis and political criticism.

Supreme Court limits judges power to block Trump orders
SCOTUS gives Trump partial win on birthright citizenship
Justice Barrett blasts Justice Jackson over injunction dissent
Supreme Court rulings significantly limit the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunctions that block federal policies, delivering major legal victories for President Donald Trump and reshaping federal judicial powers.

Serbian police clash with anti-government protesters
Serbia braces for another anti-government protest
Thousands gather in Bangkok to demand PM’s resignation
Multiple reports highlight ongoing violence, protests, and political unrest worldwide, including Serbian police clashing with anti-government protesters and rallies in Bangkok demanding prime minister's resignation.

Woman found dead in clothing donation box in Florida
Fisherman mauled to death by crocodile in Malaysia
Woman fights off attacker trying to rape her in NYC bus stop
Crime and tragedy reports from across the U.S. include shocking deaths and attacks: from a woman found dead in a Florida clothing donation box to a man mauled by a crocodile in Malaysia, and multiple violent incidents across cities.

Hundreds of thousands mourn Iranian commanders killed by Israel
Iran holds state funeral for top military commanders and scientists
Iranian regime fighting inside enemies amid external wars
Hundreds of thousands mourn Iranian military leaders and nuclear scientists killed in recent Israeli strikes, showcasing the scale of loss and national grief amid ongoing hostilities.

DOJ fires three prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 cases
Trump wins as Supreme Court wraps up term
DOJ fires prosecutors linked to January 6 riot cases
U.S. political and legal developments include the firing of prosecutors linked to January 6 cases, Supreme Court rulings favorable to the Trump administration, and ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement.
Meta hires four more top OpenAI researchers
Meta ramps up AI with poaching of key OpenAI talent
Technology and AI shakeups include Meta hiring multiple OpenAI researchers amid competitive poaching and Tesla showcasing milestones in autonomous vehicle delivery raising public debate on safety and AI advancement.

New York City mayor race wide open after Mamdani win
Zohran Mamdani’s tax whites more plan sparks racism claims
Republicans attack Democrats over Mamdani’s radical policies
Political fights heat up in New York City’s mayoral race as socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani wins Democratic primary, triggering national debate and criticism over his policies and race-focused tax proposals.

Trump cancels U.S.-Canada trade talks over tech taxes
What is Canada’s digital tax sparking U.S. trade split
Trump ends trade talks over Canadian digital services tax
International trade tensions rise as President Trump cancels U.S.-Canada trade talks over Canadian digital tax plans affecting American tech firms, further complicating already strained economic relationships.

‘Cannibal killer’ sentenced to death for triple murders in Texas
Woman attacked and injured by stranger in New York City
Missouri nurse poisoned husband for lover, faces murder deal
Crime and violence reports around the U.S. include shocking murders, attacks, and unusual incidents such as a woman attacked randomly in NYC, a man charged with murder after poisoning, and a brutal serial killer sentenced to death.

Environmentalists sue to stop Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz
Legal challenge filed days before opening of Alligator Alcatraz
DeSantis defends new Everglades detention center as future enforcement
Environmental and legal battles unfold as critics file lawsuits to block Florida’s 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center and environmentalists express concerns about ecological impacts.

Severe storm cancels hundreds of flights at Atlanta airport
Lightning, hailstorm forces flight cancellations in Atlanta
Hundreds of flights delayed at Hartsfield-Jackson Saturday morning
Weather disruptions cause major travel issues as severe storms and lightning lead to hundreds of flight cancellations and delays at Atlanta’s busiest airport, impacting holiday and summer travel in the U.S.

ICE arrests surge nationwide under Trump administration
Report: Thousands of Iranian migrants on ICE non-detained docket may face arrest
ICE agents ramp up immigration raids amid political push
U.S. immigration enforcement intensifies with surges in ICE arrests nationwide, including detentions linked to Iranian nationals and immigrants, stirring political debate and protests in affected communities.

Key GOP senator defects on vote, imperiling Trump’s megabill
Tillis third GOP senator to oppose Trump’s big bill
Sen. Ron Johnson won’t support bill until more questions answered
Several U.S. senators voice concerns or opposition to Trump’s 'big, beautiful bill' focusing on Medicaid cuts and procedural issues, threatening to delay or block final passage amid increasing pressure.

Chatbots endanger users with delusions and suicidal thoughts
The hidden human cost of AI content moderation revealed
AI companies chalk up legal wins but copyright issues remain
Emerging technology and AI ethics discussions focus on chatbot risks, AI moderation human toll, and legal uncertainties surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in various sectors including media and internet infrastructure.

Russian drones kill 2, wound 14 in Ukraine’s Odesa
Kremlin reacts to NATO defense spending hike with dismissive tone
Rampant cybercriminal group targets US airlines
Military conflicts and security threats persist globally with Russian drone strikes killing civilians in Ukraine’s Odesa, NATO increasing defense spending, and cybercriminal groups targeting U.S. airlines, highlighting an escalating security landscape.

Trump denounces CNN ‘hoax’ over Iran deal rumors
Critics slam Nancy Mace’s private Trump exemption request
Republican aims DOJ probe into NYC socialist mayoral candidate
Political and social tensions flare in the U.S., as Trump dismisses media reports, critics on both left and right clash over immigration, legislation, and political rhetoric, and controversies over figures like Zohran Mamdani amplify partisan divides.

Stock market hits new record highs amid cautious optimism
Gas prices hit four-year low after Middle East ceasefire
Gen Z leading in retirement savings contributions
Economic and market developments include record stock market highs, falling gas prices, rising retirement savings among Gen Z, and debates over policy impact on jobs and inflation.

California sues Fox News for $787 million over defamation
ACLU files class-action suit against Trump birthright order
Supreme Court limits judges’ power in birthright citizenship case
Legal battles, government investigations, and political controversies mark news cycles covering immigration law challenges, lawsuits against media companies like Fox News, Supreme Court decisions on birthright citizenship, and DOJ actions under Trump administration.

Collapse of world’s coral reefs likened to death by thousand cuts
Invasive fish found in Canada alarms scientists
Climate change’s emotional toll grows, especially among youth
Climate and environmental challenges persist with reports on the collapse of coral reefs, invasive species spreading in Canada, and the increasing emotional toll of climate change, while energy policies face shifts amid political battles.

North Korea opens expansive seacoast resort
Iran pursues enemies within amid war with Israel
Iranian sleeper cells suspected active in Canada, reports say
Global geopolitical tensions intensify with North Korea opening a major seacoast resort amidst growing military plans, and Iran focused on internal crackdowns while pursuing retaliations against regional enemies.
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