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House passes Trump’s $9B spending cuts package early Friday

Trump orders AG Bondi to release Epstein grand jury transcripts

House GOP eyes vote on Epstein files amid rebellion

President Donald Trump's administration pushes through a $9 billion spending cuts package affecting foreign aid and public broadcasting, while facing escalating controversy and political pressure surrounding the release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files. Trump orders the release of grand jury transcripts related to Epstein.

CBS cancels Stephen Colbert’s Late Show next May

Stephen Colbert reacts to Late Show cancellation news

Critics slam CBS after axing Colbert’s Late Show

CBS announces the cancellation of Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' in 2026, citing financial reasons, provoking widespread reactions across the media and political spectrum.

Wall Street Journal reveals lewd Trump birthday letter to Epstein

Trump vows to sue WSJ and Murdoch over Epstein letter story

Trump denies writing lewd Epstein letter, calls it fake

Wall Street Journal publishes a controversial report revealing a 'bawdy' 2003 birthday letter attributed to President Donald Trump sent to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, sparking denials from Trump and threats to sue the WSJ and its owner Rupert Murdoch.

Fed’s Jerome Powell defends $2.5B Fed renovation

Federal Reserve Chair responds to White House criticism

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell defends the agency's $2.5 billion headquarters renovation project amid criticism from the Trump administration, affirming compliance with approved plans and responsible stewardship of public resources.

Israel regrets deadly strike on Gaza Catholic church

Trump calls Netanyahu furious over Gaza church strike

Israel issues a rare apology after a deadly strike on the only Catholic church in Gaza kills three and injures others, following a tense phone call between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Heavy monsoon rains kill 54 in Pakistan in 24 hours

Heavy monsoon rains in Pakistan result in at least 54 deaths and widespread flooding, exacerbating the region's vulnerability and prompting emergency response measures.

Sectarian violence in southern Syria kills hundreds

Syrian government forces start withdrawing from Sweida

Tensions escalate in southern Syria as sectarian clashes between Druze militias and government forces lead to hundreds of deaths and displacement, with ongoing concerns over regional stability.

Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency

White House updates on Trump’s swollen legs, bruised hands

President Donald Trump is diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common vein disorder linked to his leg swelling and bruised hands, with White House maintaining he remains in good health.

NATO urges fast Patriot missile transfers to Ukraine

NATO announces acceleration plans to move Patriot missile defense systems from European allies to Ukraine as part of ongoing military support amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Netflix posts 45% profit jump for second quarter

Netflix reports strong Q2 earnings with a 45% profit surge, driven by subscriber growth and increased advertising revenue as streaming competition intensifies.

US sanctions head of Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang

United States imposes sweeping sanctions on Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua and associates, targeting organized crime under the Trump administration’s efforts.

Massive 7.3 quake hits off Alaska’s coast — tsunami warning issued

A 7.3 magnitude earthquake strikes near Alaska’s Aleutian Islands, triggering tsunami warnings that prompt evacuation orders along the southern coast, though no major damage reported immediately.

Royal Caribbean cruise hit by mysterious illness outbreak

Over 140 passengers and crew aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship fall ill with an unidentified disease, forcing concerned responses and medical evaluations onboard.

House GOP readies vote on Epstein file release measure

House Republicans prepare to hold a vote on a resolution demanding release of additional Jeffrey Epstein files amid rising public and intra-party pressure for transparency.

Afghan data breach leaks MI6 and SAS agent info

Ex-minister defends secrecy over Afghan intel leak

Afghan data breach exposes sensitive information of covert UK agents, including MI6 and SAS members, raising concerns about national security and intelligence operations.

Russia claims new gains as Zelensky-Trump drone deal looms

Zelensky and Trump consider drone mega-deal to repel Russia

Russian forces claim progress on capturing Ukrainian settlements while Zelensky and Trump discuss a major drone weapons deal; fighting and drone warfare escalate on the eastern front.

House passes crypto GENIUS Act, advancing regulation

Historic US crypto bills surge through House this week

House Republicans pass historic crypto legislation, including the GENIUS Act, marking significant regulatory advances for the cryptocurrency industry amid ongoing debates about digital assets.

Over 140 fall ill on Royal Caribbean cruise amid mystery virus

Royal Caribbean cruise passengers suffer from an illness causing vomiting and sickness, with over 140 affected, raising concerns of an outbreak on board during a Mexico voyage.

Trump admin gives ICE access to Medicaid data for deportations

'Alligator Alcatraz' detainees sue over poor conditions

The Trump administration aggressively advances immigration enforcement, sharing Medicaid data with ICE to help locate undocumented immigrants; controversial detention facilities dubbed 'Alligator Alcatraz' draw criticism.

House clears $9 billion rescission bill, sends to Trump

Congress sends spending cuts package to Trump for approval

House Republicans approve a bill to claw back $9 billion in federal spending, including foreign aid and public media funding, sending the legislation to President Trump's desk for signature.

Trump officials tour Alcatraz advancing prison reopening plan

AG Bondi, Interior Sec. Burgum visit Alcatraz for reopening

President Trump's administration pushes to reopen Alcatraz prison as a federal facility for America's most dangerous inmates, with Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum touring the site.

House GOP scrambles to quell Epstein revolt amid party split

Democrats storm out of hearing advancing Trump judicial nominee

House Republicans and Democrats are at odds over the handling and release of Jeffrey Epstein files, with ongoing political battles threatening legislative priorities in Congress.

Top Fed official backs July rate cut as Trump ramps pressure

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller supports immediate interest rate cuts as inflation softens, increasing pressure on Fed Chair Powell amid President Trump's calls for easing monetary policy.

Wildfire near Madrid sends giant smoke cloud over city

A devastating wildfire burns near Madrid, Spain, sending a thick cloud of smoke over the capital and prompting emergency response measures to control the blaze.