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Massive 8.8 quake hits Russia’s far east… Tsunami warnings spread fast

Tsunami warnings blast Hawaii and US West Coast

Tsunami Waves Reach US After Massive Russian Quake

A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's Far East, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific for Hawaii, Alaska, Japan, and the U.S. West Coast. The quake led to evacuations and subsequent tsunami waves reaching multiple coastal areas.

Trump hits India with 25% tariff starting Aug 1… Warning on Russia trade

Trump slaps 'friend' India with brutal 25% tariff and penalty

Trump threatens India with tariffs, warns of extra penalties

President Donald Trump has announced he will impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from India starting August 1, with additional penalties for India's purchase of Russian military equipment and energy. This move escalates trade tensions ahead of a tariff deadline.

US economy roars back 3% in Q2 despite tariff strain

GDP surges 3 percent in Q2 as tariffs reshape trade flow

Economy rebounds with surprising 3 percent growth in Q2

The US economy rebounded strongly in the second quarter of 2025 with 3 percent growth, defying concerns about a tariff-induced downturn. The growth was buoyed by consumption and a shift in trade balances connected to trade policies.

Senate OKs controversial Trump lawyer Emil Bove for appeals court

Emil Bove fight ends with Senate confirmation despite whistleblowers

Trump ally Emil Bove confirmed to lifetime federal judgeship

Senate Republicans confirmed Emil Bove, a former Trump personal lawyer and Justice Department official, to a lifetime appointment on the federal appeals court, despite opposition and whistleblower allegations against him.

NYC gunman targeted NFL HQ… Four killed in Midtown attack

Victims named as NYC mourns after deadly office shooting

Manhattan shooter had gun license and sinister note, police say

New details emerge on the NYC office building gunman who killed four people; investigations reveal he had a firearm license and attempted to target NFL offices. A vigil was held honoring the victims including a New York City police officer.

Thousands line up for Ozzy Osbourne funeral procession in Birmingham

Ozzy Osbourne's funeral: Fans bid emotional farewell to rock legend

Osbourne's coffin parades through hometown streets

Thousands gathered across Birmingham, UK, to honor legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne at his funeral procession, marking the end of a celebrated career in heavy metal music.

Three still missing after Nebraska plant explodes and collapses

Nebraska plant blast leaves three unaccounted for

Massive factory explosion in Nebraska: search ongoing for missing

Three people remain missing following a massive explosion at a Nebraska manufacturing plant, with firefighters battling huge flames and efforts continuing to reach those trapped in the rubble.

Family pushes for action as brain-eating amoeba kills boy

Deadly brain-eating amoeba claims 12-year-old in water tragedy

A family raises awareness after losing their son to a rare brain-eating amoeba, calling for increased warnings following the tragic death tied to recreational water exposure.

NYC Mayor lashes out at rival Mamdani’s elite NYPD task force cut plan

Mamdani under fire for anti-police rhetoric after slain officer tribute

NY real estate leaders back anti-Mamdani political action committees

Mayor Eric Adams criticizes mayoral rival Zohran Mamdani’s plan to disband the NYPD Strategic Response Group, previously involved in responding to the recent Manhattan mass shooting, calling it 'extremely dangerous.'

Democrats press DOJ to release Epstein grand jury files now

Justice Department reveals only two law enforcement witnesses testified in Epstein probes

Dems cite obscure 1928 law to pry loose Epstein documents

Senate Democrats push to force the Department of Justice to release Jeffrey Epstein grand jury files, invoking a seldom-used federal law and increasing pressure amid controversy over the handling of sex trafficking investigations.

Fed set to keep rates steady despite Trump pressure campaign

Federal Reserve likely holds rates despite Trump’s demands

Markets await Fed’s rate hold as Trump weighs in

Federal Reserve expected to hold interest rates steady amid pressure from President Trump to cut rates. The decision comes during a critical period for markets and economic indicators.

NTSB opens hearings into deadly DC helicopter-jet crash

NTSB begins probe of January’s fatal midair collision

Army apologizes to victims’ families as NTSB holds hearing on DCA crash

The National Transportation Safety Board launches a three-day hearing into the January midair collision in Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people, reviewing evidence and seeking answers on the tragic incident.

Private companies add 104,000 jobs, rebounding in July

ADP jobs report shows stronger-than-expected private sector gains

July sees robust private payroll growth amid economic tensions

US private payrolls rebound strongly in July with a 104,000 increase, reflecting resilience in the labor market despite economic uncertainties and tariff impacts.

Manhunt underway for Arkansas trail double murder suspect

Police release sketch of person of interest in Arkansas homicide

A manhunt continues for a suspect wanted for double murder on an Arkansas hiking trail after a couple was killed while hiking with their children, prompting statewide alerts and investigations.

Microsoft pay scales revealed amid AI disruption warnings

Report questions Microsoft’s security amid China Pentagon access claims

Microsoft warns AI threatens best and worst jobs

Microsoft internal documents reveal salary ranges while the company faces scrutiny over AI impact on jobs and has been accused of granting China privileged access to Pentagon data, raising security concerns.

Trump claims Epstein ‘stole’ young women from Mar-a-Lago spa

Trump reveals fallout with Epstein over spa workers

Trump adds fresh spin on Epstein friendship ending

Controversies swirl as President Trump accuses Jeffrey Epstein of 'stealing' young women from his Mar-a-Lago resort, while also revealing new details about their relationship and fallout.

Half a million in Gaza face famine conditions as crisis deepens

Aid scarce as Gaza starvation worsens amid war

UN warns Gaza famine ‘worst case’ scenario unfolding

Ongoing tensions in Gaza continue with reports of a worsening famine-like food crisis affecting half a million residents, prompting international calls for urgent humanitarian aid and ceasefire negotiations.

NY mayoral hopeful Mamdani hammered over anti-police rhetoric post shooting

Right-wing media uses NYC shooting to attack Mamdani

Political strife envelops New York mayoral race after a mass shooting, with right-wing media criticizing candidate Zohran Mamdani for past anti-police statements, intensifying scrutiny in the aftermath of the tragedy.

Senate committee pushes bipartisan housing affordability bill

A new wave of bipartisan housing legislation has advanced aiming to boost supply and affordability in the U.S. housing market as the nation grapples with a housing crisis impacting millions.

Trump orders Grassley: Ditch blue slip, confirm judges fast

President pushes Senate GOP to speed up judge confirmations

President Trump continues aggressive pressure campaign on Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley to eliminate the ‘blue slip’ tradition, aiming to expedite confirmation of his judicial nominees despite opposition.

Violent scenes in NYC, Reno, Cincinnati spotlights crime surge

Two charged in brutal Cincinnati brawl following viral video

Reno casino shooter had no ties to victims, police reveal

Law enforcement and community safety issues dominate headlines with shootings in Manhattan and Reno, violent brawls in Cincinnati, raising concerns over crime and law enforcement responses nationwide.

FDA’s top vaccine chief leaves amid conservative backlash

Vinay Prasad steps down as FDA medical chief after four months

Controversial FDA vaccine official exits agency unexpectedly

FDA experiences turmoil as top vaccine official Vinay Prasad resigns after a brief tenure, amid controversy and pressure surrounding COVID-19 policies and vaccine regulatory decisions.

Senator Booker lashes out at Democrats for ‘complicity’ with Trump

Democrats face fierce infighting as Booker denounces party

Booker meltdown exposes fractures within Democratic Senate

Political divisions in the Democratic Party erupt publicly as Senator Cory Booker accuses fellow Democrats of complicity in enabling President Trump's agenda, signaling deep intra-party conflict ahead of upcoming elections.

Cruise ships abandon ports amid tsunami fears after massive Russia quake

Massive quake chaos closes airports and roads in Pacific rim

Travel chaos erupts after tsunami alerts on West Coast and Hawaii

Widespread evacuations and travel disruptions followed after a powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake hit off Russia's coast, sparking tsunami alerts that impacted cruise ships, coastal communities, and airlines across the Pacific region.

UK threatens Palestine state recognition if Gaza war doesn't cease

Starmer warns UK to back Palestinian state in UN vote soon

France and UK push for Palestinian state amid Gaza conflict

Ongoing geopolitical negotiations and international relations heat up as the UK considers recognizing a Palestinian state if Israel does not agree to ceasefire, alongside heavy criticism of Netanyahu's policies related to Gaza crisis.

MS-13 gang kills 7 at Guatemalan funeral, wounds 13

ISIS-backed rebels massacre 49 Christians in Congo attack

Rising violence and gang attacks escalate in Central America and Africa, with MS-13 killing multiple people in Guatemala and ISIS-backed militants slaughtering Christians, highlighting ongoing security crises in these regions.

Doctors perform surgery despite massive quake shaking Russia

Surgery continues unpaused amid Moscow earthquake chaos

A rare video shows medics continuing surgery undeterred during a major 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia's Kamchatka region, demonstrating resilience amidst natural disasters and emergencies.

NBA sets multi-year plan for games in European cities

Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic to play in Europe starting 2026

The NBA announces plans to play regular-season games in Europe from 2026, starting with matchups between teams like the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic, marking a new era of international basketball exposure.

DOJ drops case against LA anti-ICE protestor, extends prosecutor

Trump admin keeps LA prosecutor Essayli amid case controversies

The Department of Justice moves to drop charges against controversial activists at anti-ICE protests while extending the tenure of Los Angeles prosecutor Bill Essayli, reflecting shifting legal and law enforcement dynamics.

Democrats clash bitterly over police funding bills in Senate

Senator Booker condemns party over police bill hesitancy

A rising debate on police funding and public safety unfolds, highlighted by intense Senate floor clashes among Democrats and ongoing criticism by politicians in the wake of recent violent incidents.