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Justice Dept abruptly fires Epstein prosecutor Maurene Comey

Maurene Comey fired amid Epstein files fallout

Attorney General Pam Bondi fires James Comey’s daughter

Justice Department fires federal prosecutor Maurene Comey, known for prosecuting cases involving Jeffrey Epstein and Sean Combs, sparking political controversy and criticism from media and political figures.

Senate approves Trump’s $9B cuts to foreign aid and NPR

Senate passes $9 billion in aid and broadcasting cuts

Senate GOP rams through Trump’s $9B rescission package

President Trump's administration pushes for rescinding billions in public broadcasting and foreign aid funding, passing $9 billion cuts in Senate amid opposition from Democrats and some Republicans.

Tomorrowland main stage consumed by massive fire

Fire engulfs main stage at Belgium’s Tomorrowland festival

Fire severely damages Belgium Tomorrowland stage ahead of festival

A massive fire destroys the main stage of Belgium's Tomorrowland festival just days before it’s set to begin, causing significant damage and prompting urgent response efforts.

7.3 mag earthquake rocks southern Alaska coast

Tsunami warning issued after 7.3 earthquake in Alaska

7.3 quake triggers tsunami advisory for Alaska Peninsula

Major earthquake of magnitude 7.3 strikes southern Alaska, triggering tsunami warnings along coastal areas which are later downgraded, causing evacuations and heightened alert across the region.

Syria’s interim president vows to protect Druze community

Israel intensifies strikes on Damascus after Druze clashes

New ceasefire agreed between Syrian government and Druze

Syria faces escalating violence amid Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, with Syrian government and Druze minority agreeing to renewed ceasefire amid continuing tensions and fighting in the region.

Trump rescinds $4B funding for California bullet train

Trump ends federal funds for California rail ‘boondoggle’

Funding cut threatens California’s high-speed rail project

President Trump announces plans to end $4 billion in federal funding for California's long-delayed high-speed rail project amid tensions with Governor Newsom and project feasibility concerns.

21 kids taken into custody amid surrogacy abuse probe

Couple arrested after 21 surrogate children seized in California

Surrogate moms misled in L.A. abuse case with 21 children taken

21 children removed from a California home amid abuse allegations and claims that parents misled surrogate mothers, triggering investigations and arrests related to surrogacy scandal.

Trump floats firing Fed Chair Powell, then backs off

Trump unlikely to fire Fed Chair Powell, markets jittery

Senate GOP warns firing Powell would send shockwave through economy

Stock market reacts to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell firing rumors as Trump publicly denies imminent termination but privately raised the issue, causing volatility and political tensions.

Russia massive drone strike targets Zelensky’s hometown

Russian air raids hit eastern Ukraine shopping center

Russia unleashes drone swarm in Ukraine offensive

Russian forces launch massive drone attack on Ukraine, hitting critical cities including Kryvyi Rih and causing casualties amid ongoing conflict and escalating violence in eastern Ukraine.

Trump signs law hardening fentanyl trafficking penalties

Trump signs legislation to crack down on fentanyl trade

HALT Fentanyl Act signed by Trump to fight opioid crisis

President Trump announces new tougher fentanyl legislation with increased penalties for traffickers as part of efforts to combat opioid crisis and drug-related deaths across the U.S.

DOJ fires James Comey’s daughter Maurene Comey

Maurene Comey ousted as federal Epstein prosecutor

Manhattan prosecutor tied to Epstein case fired by DOJ

The Department of Justice fires Maurene Comey, daughter of ex-FBI Director James Comey and key prosecutor in the Epstein and Maxwell cases, sparking widespread media attention and political fallout.

Senate passes $9B cut package to foreign aid and PBS

Senate advances Trump rescission bill slashing aid, media

Senate approves major GOP spending cuts in key vote

U.S. Senate votes narrow margin to cut $9 billion from public broadcasting and foreign aid programs, a significant legislative move supporting President Trump's budget reduction goals amidst partisan tensions.

US trains with Panama to defend key canal from China

US prepares military defenses for Panama Canal amid China concerns

Joint US-Panama drills focus on Canal security

US military conducts joint defense exercises with Panama to prepare for potential threats to the Panama Canal, highlighting rising geopolitical tensions and strategic military readiness against China’s influence.

Deadly fire kills 50 in Iraqi shopping mall

Massive fire rips through Iraq commercial building, dozens dead

At least 50 perish in blaze at Iraq hypermarket

One of the deadliest fires in Iraq’s recent history kills at least 50 people in a commercial building, leading to official mourning as rescue and investigation efforts continue.

President Trump claims Coke will use real cane sugar again

Trump declares Coca-Cola will ditch corn syrup for sugar

Trump makes Coke ‘Mexican again’ with real cane sugar

President Trump asserts Coca-Cola will revert to using real cane sugar in its US production, a move he claims to have influenced, though the company offers mixed responses amid public and media scrutiny.

GOP senators demand release of education funds

10 GOP senators oppose freeze on school funding

Senate Democrats slam GOP moves on public broadcasting cuts

Senators and lawmakers debate proposed cuts to education funds and foreign aid, with some Republicans urging prompt release while others, including Democrats, express concerns about impacts on services and programs.

Ground squirrels overrun North Dakota city streets

North Dakota battles ground squirrel infestation

City fights back as squirrels multiply uncontrollably

Ground squirrels swell population in a North Dakota city, overwhelming residents and officials who seek ways to control the nuisance pest spreading rapidly.

20 states sue Trump administration over FEMA grant cuts

States file suit to restore canceled disaster mitigation funds

The Justice Department faces lawsuits from 20 states over the Trump administration's cancellation of a disaster prevention and mitigation grant program, challenging its legality and impact on natural disaster readiness.

NATO prepares to transfer Patriot missile units to Ukraine

US confirms defense support for Ukraine escalates

The United States prepares to send advanced Patriot missile units to Ukraine with NATO support while geopolitical tensions with Russia and uncertainty over the fate of military aid continue to develop.

Louisiana police chiefs indicted for visa fraud scheme

Three cops charged in immigration fraud conspiracy

Multiple criminals, including three Louisiana police chiefs, face federal charges for allegedly falsifying police reports to assist illegal immigrants in gaining legal status in a visa fraud scheme.

Senate GOP nears tight vote on $9B rescission package

Vote-a-rama underway on Trump’s rescissions bill

Senate progress on controversial Trump funding cuts

U.S. Senate Republicans approach narrow vote on rescission package including $9 billion cuts as internal divisions and concerns over political fallout arise ahead of the final passage expected soon.