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Massive 8.8 quake rocks Russia sparks Pacific tsunami alerts

Tsunami hits Hawaii Japan after Russia mega quake

Hawaii, Alaska, US West Coast under tsunami alert post Russia quake

A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggered widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific, affecting Japan, Hawaii, Alaska, and the US West Coast with waves hitting several coastal areas.

US economy rebounds strong 3 percent in Q2 beats estimates

US GDP surges 3 percent in Q2 reversing early year slump

US economy growth defies tariff impacts in second quarter

The US economy showed strong resilience, growing at a robust 3% annualized rate in the second quarter despite ongoing tariffs, highlighting a surprising economic rebound that exceeded many analysts’ expectations.

Trump slaps 25 percent tariff on India starting August 1

India to face 25 percent tariffs plus penalty for Russian deals

Trump warns India tariffs may rise if trade deal unfinished

President Donald Trump announced imposing a 25% tariff on imports from India starting August 1, along with a 'penalty' due to India's purchases of Russian military equipment, escalating the ongoing trade tensions.

Senate confirms Trump lawyer Emil Bove to lifetime appeals court

Controversial Trump pick Emil Bove wins narrow Senate confirmation

Senate ignores whistleblower claims confirms Trump judge Emil Bove

The US Senate confirmed President Trump's nominee Emil Bove to a lifetime appeals court seat despite whistleblower complaints and Democratic opposition, marking another key judicial appointment amidst political controversy.

Deadly NYC shooting targets NFL offices claims police

New info on Manhattan shooter who killed four before suicide

Manhattan shooter worked in Las Vegas casino security

A shooting incident rocked Midtown Manhattan leaving four dead including a police officer. New details emerged showing the gunman targeted the NFL and had a background in casino surveillance in Las Vegas.

Israeli official hints at Gaza annexation move

UK threatens to recognize Palestine if Gaza war persists

France joins UK demand as Gaza crisis intensifies

Israeli government discussions hint at annexing parts of Gaza as international pressure builds with UK and France threatening Palestinian state recognition if Gaza war continues.

Angola fuel hike sparks deadly protests hundreds arrested

Protests erupted in Angola following a government fuel price hike of over 33%, leading to deaths and hundreds of arrests amid public discontent with economic pressures.

Senator Booker accuses Democrats of being Trump complicit

Booker lashes out at Dems in rare Senate floor clash

Fiery Booker demands Democrats have backbone against Trump

Senator Cory Booker publicly accused fellow Democrats of complicity with President Trump during a Senate floor confrontation, revealing deep intraparty divisions over policy and political stance.

NTSB hearing starts on deadly DC helicopter and plane crash

Feds probe fatal Jan crash of Army helicopter and jet

NTSB releases documents as hearings commence on Potomac crash

The National Transportation Safety Board begins hearings on a deadly midair collision in Washington D.C. involving an Army helicopter and a commercial jet that resulted in 67 fatalities.

Hawaii lifts tsunami evacuation as quake waves fall short

Tsunami threat eases in Hawaii after massive Russian quake

Hawaii passed worst part as tsunami warning downgraded

Hawaii's tsunami warning was downgraded to an advisory after smaller-than-expected waves struck following the 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, easing immediate fears.

UK to recognize Palestine unless Israel ends Gaza war

Starmer threatens Palestine state recognition if no ceasefire

Britain joins France in pushing recognition of Palestinian state

The United Kingdom warns that it will officially recognize the Palestinian state at the upcoming UN assembly unless Israel agrees to a cease-fire and humanitarian conditions in Gaza.

DOJ confirms only law enforcement testified in Epstein grand juries

Justice department rebuts claims on missing grand jury Epstein testimony

DOJ seeks to unseal grand jury transcripts in Epstein case

The Department of Justice confirmed that only law enforcement witnesses testified before the grand juries investigating Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, challenging conspiracy claims.

LA County proposes law barring cops from masking identities

Leaders push to end law enforcement anonymity in LA

County moves to curb masked law enforcement during raids

Los Angeles County officials plan legislation to prevent law enforcement officers from concealing their identities while on duty, in reaction to recent immigration raids and community concerns.

Defense chief Hegseth plans run for Tennessee governor

Pete Hegseth eyes political bid after Pentagon tenure

Hegseth discusses leaving post for political campaign

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly planning to leave the Pentagon and run for political office in Tennessee, indicating potential shifts in the administration's leadership.

Microsoft eyes US bank purchase to speed lending expansion

Microsoft is reportedly considering purchasing a US bank to expedite its banking operations, aiming to boost its lending capabilities and compete more directly with fintech rivals.

Amazon shells out $20–25M yearly for NYT AI content license

NYT earns steady revenue from AI content deals

Media firms monetize content for AI platforms

Amazon reportedly pays New York Times $20 to $25 million annually to license editorial content for AI platforms, accounting for about 1% of the NYT's total 2024 revenue.

Schumer urges FBI to assess Epstein files for threats

Senate Democrats push for transparency in Epstein case

Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer calls on the FBI to conduct a counterintelligence threat assessment regarding Jeffrey Epstein files, heightening scrutiny over the case.

ISIS-linked rebels slaughter 49 Christians praying in Congo

Religious violence escalates in Democratic Republic of Congo

Pope condemns brutal machete attack in Congo

A deadly machete attack in Congo by ISIS-backed rebels killed 49 Christians during prayer, drawing condemnations from the Pope and international figures over escalating terror violence.

Trump orders Grassley to scrap Senate blue slip rule

President pushes GOP to ram judicial picks without Dems

Trump demands faster confirmation process for judges

President Trump pressed Senator Chuck Grassley to end Democrats’ veto power on judicial nominees, calling to eliminate the 'blue slip' tradition and expedite confirmation of his appointees.

Suspects arrested in brutal Cincinnati mob beatdown

Cincinnati police seek more arrests in violent street brawl

Cincinnati attack highlights escalating crime in US cities

Angry protests shake Cincinnati after violent mob attack, with suspects arrested amid concerns over ongoing racial tensions and crime surge in the city.

NC GOP overrides vetoes on guns genders and deportations

State battle sharpens over partisan policies in North Carolina

North Carolina Republicans overturned Democratic vetoes on key issues including gun control, gender policies, and deportations amid a heated political power struggle.

Half a million in Gaza face famine-like conditions warns aid group

Gaza’s starving children risk permanent damage from hunger

Leading hunger authority warns worst-case famine scenario Gaza

Experts warn of worsening famine conditions in Gaza with half a million people suffering severe hunger, amid rising international concern over humanitarian crises.

Oprah opens Maui road amid tsunami evacuation backlash

Winfrey responds to claims she blocked Hawaiian evacuation route

Celebrity helps Hawaiians reach safety during tsunami alert

Oprah Winfrey opened her private road to assist Hawaii residents fleeing to higher ground amidst tsunami warnings, responding to backlash over access concerns during the emergency.

Robinhood stock rallies 175 percent leads US tech this year

Amazon's Robinhood stock surges 175 percent this year as investor optimism grows ahead of second-quarter earnings, outperforming US tech stocks.

Emil Bove confirmed to appeals court amid whistleblower uproar

Controversy swirls as Senate pushes Trump judge Bove confirmation

Senate confirms Trump lawyer Emil Bove despite protests

Democrat Senator Emil Bove confirmed to Third Circuit Court despite controversy and whistleblower allegations from within the Justice Department, sparking partisan conflict.

Fed set to hold rates steady resisting Trump pressure

Federal Reserve likely to keep interest rates unchanged

Market braces as Fed holds key rate steady again

Federal Reserve expected to hold interest rates steady today amid intense pressure from President Trump, maintaining current borrowing costs as economic data unfolds.

UK Supreme Court forces Uber to pay 20 percent VAT outside London

The UK Supreme Court denied Uber’s appeal regarding VAT on rides outside London, forcing Uber to pay 20% VAT while competitors avoid it, affecting the ride-hailing industry's tax policies.

France and UK lead calls for Palestinian state recognition

Amid rising tensions over Gaza, key global leaders including Macron and Starmer push for Palestinian state recognition as humanitarian crises deepen and ceasefire talks falter.