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US strikes Iran’s nuclear sites in unprecedented attack

Israel pounds Tehran with massive air attacks on Iran targets

Qatar shuts airspace amid fears of Iranian retaliation

The US has launched precision airstrikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a significant escalation in US-Iran tensions, with Israel taking coordinated steps and Qatar closing airspace amidst regional turmoil.

Iran fires missiles at US base in Qatar amid rising tensions

US, UK tell citizens in Qatar to shelter in place

US embassy in Qatar urges Americans to shelter in place

Iran retaliates by launching missiles at US military bases in the Middle East, particularly in Qatar, heightening fears of further regional conflict and prompting warnings by Western governments.

DHS issues terrorism advisory after US strikes on Iran

FBI ramps up surveillance of Iran-backed operatives in US

Senator Cotton says Americans ‘right to worry’ about Iranian sleeper cells

The US government braces for looming Iranian retaliation at home and abroad, with heightened homeland security alerts and increased surveillance on potential sleeper cells inside the United States.

Trump declares ‘monumental damage’ in Iran strike, calls for keeping oil prices down

Trump floats Iran regime change after US airstrikes

White House Press Secretary hints at Iran regime change

President Trump defends and doubles down on US strikes on Iran, praises military success, calls for oil price controls, and hints at regime change despite mixed messages from administration.

House Democratic veterans back moves to limit Trump’s military authority

Judge orders release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia pending trial

DOJ appeals order to release MS-13 suspect Abrego Garcia

Legal and political fallout unfolds with House Democrats and some Republicans seeking to limit Trump’s war powers, while a federal judge orders release of immigrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia amid controversy.

Poll shows Zohran Mamdani leads Cuomo in NYC mayor race

Cuomo gets last-minute endorsement from Bill Clinton

NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani proposes $65M for trans medical care

New York City mayoral primary heats up with socialist Zohran Mamdani overtaking Andrew Cuomo in polls, signaling a major shift in political landscape ahead of ranked-choice voting.

Tesla quietly launches robotaxi service in Austin Texas

Tesla shares soar after robotaxi hits the road

Tesla stock jumps 10% following robotaxi debut

Tesla launches its first robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, sparking a surge in stock prices and marking a major milestone for autonomous vehicle technology.

NATO leaders set to meet amid Iran-Israel tensions

Trump rallies NATO allies to increase defense spending to 5% GDP

Japanese prime minister cancels NATO summit attendance

NATO leaders meet amid geopolitical tensions, focusing on defense spending commitments as US President Trump pressures allies and Middle East conflict simmers.

Israel hits Iranian government targets after US barrage

Iran vows retaliation following US and Israeli strikes

Global protests erupt over US strikes on Iran

Amid escalating conflict, Israel intensifies airstrikes targeting Iranian government and nuclear sites, while Iran promises retaliation and global protests erupt.

State Department issues worldwide caution after US strikes on Iran

US Embassy in Qatar tells Americans to shelter in place

US and UK warn citizens in Qatar to shelter in place

US and UK ramp up travel and safety warnings for citizens abroad amid fears of Iranian retaliation following US strikes, as nations prepare for potential escalations.

Oil prices spike on Iran conflict fears, Strait of Hormuz in focus

Trump demands energy producers keep oil prices down as uncertainty looms

Insurance and shipping industries brace for fallout from Iran tensions

Economic impacts of Iran conflict emerge with oil price fluctuations and fears of supply disruptions if Strait of Hormuz is closed by Iran.

House GOP lawmaker Thomas Massie defied Trump on Iran strike

AOC calls Trump Iran attack grounds for impeachment

White House Press Secretary fires back at GOP critics on Iran briefing

US politics roiled by disputes over Trump’s Iran strike decision with GOP infighting, Democrats pushing impeachment, and controversies around military authority and briefings.

Judge grants bail to Kilmar Abrego Garcia, DOJ appeals

Federal judge orders release of smuggling suspect Garcia

Legal fights continue over immigration detainees amid enforcement ramp-up

Legal battles unfold as federal judges order releases in high-profile immigration and criminal cases, including that of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, amid escalating immigration enforcement tensions.

Record-breaking heat dome scorches 28 US states

States of emergency declared as dangerous heat wave spreads across US

Power prices soar amid midyear heatwave and grid stress in US

Extreme heatwave blankets large parts of the US, prompting warnings, record temperatures, and stressing power grids as millions face life-threatening weather.

Fractures in Iran as Khamenei goes into hiding amid war

Exiled Iranian prince opens channel for defections, offers fair trial

Iran’s top commander warns Trump retaliation ‘imminent’

Iranian political instability grows as reports emerge of Supreme Leader Khamenei’s hiding and factions positioning for succession amid escalating conflict with the US and Israel.

LA County Sheriff deletes post sympathizing with Iran bombing victims

Sheriff's Dept apologizes for ‘offensive’ post on Iran airstrikes

Sheriff's Dept deletes tweet calling US strikes on Iran ‘tragic event’

Controversy and backlash result from Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's social media posts sympathizing with Iran victims of US airstrikes, leading to public uproar and apologies.

Putin vows aid to Iran after US strikes, slams attacks as unjustified

Russia warns US strikes on Iran may open ‘Pandora’s box’

Top Russian leader claims countries may supply Iran nuclear warheads

Amid rising tensions, Russia offers assistance to Iran while condemning US and Israeli strikes; Russian officials warn of potential global nuclear catastrophe.

Airlines weigh Middle East cancellations after US Iran strike

US Embassy warns Americans abroad amid Iran conflict fears

State Department issues worldwide caution for US citizens post-Iran strikes

Transportation and travel disruptions escalate as major airlines suspend Middle Eastern flights amid growing conflict and terrorism alerts following US strikes on Iran.

House Republicans pitch measures to honor Trump’s legacy

Senate GOP aims to finish tax bill amid Trump pressure

Democrats protest Trump’s takeover of Kennedy Center with Pride event

Controversial legal and political moves unfold with House Republicans honoring Trump, Democrats protesting, and major legislation struggles including tax and budget debates.

ICE detains Marine veteran’s wife amid protests

Detroit church shooter linked to congregation, mother attends

Anti-ICE activism complicates enforcement efforts amid protests

Legal and policy battles around immigration and enforcement highlight ICE detentions of Marine veteran’s wife, protests, and challenges to deportation and detention orders.

Supreme Court agrees to hear Rastafarian inmate dreadlocks case

Lower courts ruled against inmate's religious hair rights

High court weighs suit over religious rights violations in prison

Supreme Court to hear significant religious rights case on Rastafarian inmate’s shaved dreadlocks, in a ruling that could affect religious freedoms in prisons nationwide.

NWS forecasts Virginia and Maryland temps rivaling Death Valley heat

Dangerous heat dome bakes central and eastern US

Heat wave intensifies as temperatures near Death Valley levels in parts of Virginia and Maryland, sparking health warnings and stressing infrastructure.

Senator predicts GOP support to restrict Trump’s war powers

Rep. Jason Crow weighs in on Congress checking presidential war powers

Democrats push limits on Trump’s military authority post-Iran strike

Lawmakers and courts debate limits on presidential war powers, with bipartisan calls for oversight after Trump’s unauthorized military strikes in Iran.

Political violence increases fears for public officials’ safety

Gunman kills 1 in Michigan church shooting, stopped by security

Police praise church members for halting mass shooting in Michigan

A spike in violence and political unrest continues in the US amid rising threats to officials, with attacks and heightened concerns over safety of public figures.

Vera Rubin Observatory debuts first stunning cosmic images

Powerful new telescope reveals galaxies and cosmic collisions

Rubin Observatory’s first images offer revolutionary astronomy insights

New satellite images from Vera C. Rubin Observatory reveal stunning cosmic vistas, promising to transform astronomical research with unprecedented data on stars and galaxies.

Abortion rates rise in US driven by telehealth despite bans

Senate Democrats aim to restart abortion debate on Dobbs anniversary

Crisis pregnancy centers advised to avoid ultrasounds in ectopic cases

Legal controversies and protests swirl over abortion rights as rates rise post-Dobbs, telehealth prescriptions expand access, and state bans spark national debates.

Killer whales use kelp to groom in first documented marine tool use

Scientists document orcas’ toolmaking by massaging with kelp brushes

Human and animal interest stories highlight bizarre discoveries of killer whales using kelp as tools and tens of millions of Americans coping with extreme heatwaves.