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Texas flood death toll surpasses 50 with dozens still missing

Frantic search continues for missing children in Texas floods

Texas officials slam National Weather Service for botched flood forecast

Devastating floods in Texas have resulted in a mounting death toll and numerous missing persons, including many children from summer camps. Officials and rescuers continue urgent search and recovery efforts amid criticism of the National Weather Service's warnings and government responses.

Tropical Storm Chantal hits South Carolina coast with heavy rain

Chantal strengthens as it nears South Carolina landfall

Tropical storm warnings extended up to North Carolina amid Chantal threat

Tropical Storm Chantal has formed off the Southeastern U.S. coast, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the Carolinas. Warnings have been issued as the storm approaches landfall, raising concerns about flooding and dangerous surf conditions.

Elon Musk forms new 'America Party' to break political duopoly

Musk's America Party launches amid Trump clash and megabill protests

Billionaire Musk announces America Party after fallout with Trump

Elon Musk has officially launched the 'America Party,' a new political faction aiming to challenge the existing two-party system in the United States, following his public feud with President Donald Trump.

Israel to send Qatar delegation for Gaza ceasefire talks

Renewed momentum for Israel-Hamas ceasefire with Qatar talks

Hamas submits positive response to US-backed Gaza ceasefire plan

Israel is sending a delegation to Qatar for indirect negotiations with Hamas aimed at reaching a ceasefire amid ongoing conflict. The talks come despite Hamas's 'unacceptable' changes to previous proposals, with both sides seeking a resolution to the hostilities in Gaza.

Iran's supreme leader makes first public appearance since war

Ayatollah Khamenei seen publicly for first time since Israel war

Iran's supreme leader attends religious event after conflict start

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance since the 12-day war with Israel began, attending a mourning ceremony. This appearance ends weeks of speculation about his health and status amid the ongoing conflict.

Arsonist charged over Melbourne synagogue attack

Israeli PM demands full force against antisemitic attacks in Australia

Series of antisemitic attacks rock Melbourne Jewish sites

Multiple antisemitic attacks in Melbourne, Australia, including an arson attack on a synagogue and a violent raid on an Israeli restaurant, have caused alarm. Authorities have arrested suspects and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has condemned the acts, calling for strict legal action.

Trump admin completes deportation of 8 criminals to South Sudan

US deports 8 men amid weeks of legal battles

US finishes sending criminal aliens to Africa after Supreme Court nod

The U.S. has completed the deportation of eight criminal migrants to South Sudan after weeks of legal challenges, marking a significant action by the Trump administration in immigration enforcement. The move follows Supreme Court rulings allowing the deportations to proceed.

FBI reports 10 percent dip in violent crime in 2024

Massachusetts sees drop in major crimes but rise in hate attacks

The FBI reports a 10% national drop in violent crimes in the first half of 2024, including decreases in murder and armed robbery statistics. However, hate crimes in some states, like Massachusetts, have recently increased, particularly antisemitic incidents.

Emergency teams battle wildfires in Syria’s northeast

California's Madre fire swells to largest blaze of 2025 at 80,000 acres

Wildfires continue to cause destruction across multiple regions, including Syria's northeastern areas and California, where the large Madre fire has grown to nearly 80,000 acres, becoming the state's largest this year. Emergency crews struggle to contain the blazes and safeguard residents.

Texas cop shot near ICE detention center, suspects captured

Trump admin vows zero tolerance after attack on ICE facility cop

Texas law enforcement and ICE facilities face violence as a police officer was shot near an ICE center in Texas. The Trump administration vowed zero tolerance against attacks on immigration enforcement, with multiple suspects arrested following the shooting.

Bobby Jenks, White Sox World Series hero, dies at 44

Former All-Star pitcher Bobby Jenks passes away aged 44

Chicago White Sox mourn Bobby Jenks’ death at 44

Bobby Jenks, former Chicago White Sox All-Star pitcher and two-time World Series champion, died at age 44 after battling stomach cancer. The baseball community mourns the loss of the decorated reliever known for his pivotal roles in championship seasons.

Turkey arrests three opposition mayors on corruption charges

Fifteen detained in Turkish corruption probe including mayors

Three mayors in Turkey affiliated with an opposition party have been arrested on corruption charges amid a government crackdown. The arrests are part of a wider corruption investigation targeting political opponents of President Erdogan.

NYC’s Mamdani under fire over ‘African American’ claim

Adams and Cuomo call for probe into Mamdani’s racial claims

NYT faces backlash for reporting on Mamdani's racial identity

New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faces criticism and controversy over his racial identification on college applications, sparking debates on identity and politics. Local leaders and media are questioning his background and campaign.

Family shares final photo of 8-year-old flood victim from Texas camp

Brave efforts as Texas flood victims remembered

Father dies trying to save children and fiancée in Texas floods, highlighting the human tragedy behind the catastrophic weather disaster. Families mourn loved ones lost as rescue efforts continue.

Parisians take historic plunge into Seine after 100 years

Seine open for public swimming following Olympic cleanup

Joyful Parisians swim in Seine amid summer festivities

Parisian residents celebrate swimming in the Seine River for the first time in over a century after a major cleanup effort ahead of the Olympics. The historic reopening represents a cultural milestone and public health success for the French capital.

OPEC+ to raise oil output by 548,000 barrels daily in August

OPEC+ surprises with larger-than-expected production hike

Eight OPEC+ nations agree to production boost for late summer

OPEC+ countries agree to boost oil production significantly in August, exceeding earlier expectations. This expansion comes as part of efforts to manage supply amid fluctuating global demand and economic shifts.

UK renews ties with Syria after 14 years of conflict

David Lammy visits Damascus as UK restores diplomatic relations

UK restores diplomatic relations with Syria after 14 years of severed ties; Foreign Secretary David Lammy visits Damascus signaling a thaw in long-standing tensions tied to the conflict in Syria.

James Carville predicts GOP wipeout after Trump tax cuts

Dem strategist Carville warns of mass extinction for GOP moderates

James Carville, prominent Democratic strategist, predicts that Republicans will face severe losses in 2026 following the passage of President Trump’s tax bill, labeling it a 'mass extinction' for the GOP’s moderate wing.

NATO chief hails Trump’s defense spending push

Trump earns praise from NATO leader for alliance support

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte publicly praises President Trump’s commitment to the alliance, highlighting his efforts to encourage greater defense spending among member nations during the recent summit.