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Trump unveils $175B Golden Dome missile shield plan

Trump Announces He Has Chosen Architecture for 'Golden Dome' Defense Shield

Trump, Hegseth to make Golden Dome announcement

President Donald Trump announces an ambitious $175 billion missile defense system dubbed 'Golden Dome' to protect the United States by 2029, drawing international attention and domestic political focus.

Justice Dept opens criminal probe into Andrew Cuomo

DOJ opens investigation into Andrew Cuomo over pandemic testimony

DOJ launches criminal investigation into Andrew Cuomo

The Justice Department launches a criminal investigation into former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo regarding his COVID-19 nursing home testimony, amid political tensions and media scrutiny.

Senate unanimously passes no tax on tips bill

Senate unanimously codifies Trump's 'No Tax on Tips' policy

Senate unanimously approves bill to eliminate tax on tips

The US Senate unanimously passes legislation to eliminate federal taxes on tips, fulfilling a major campaign promise by President Trump and signaling bipartisan support.

Newark airport flight restrictions amid outages

FAA Limits Newark Flights Amid Repeated Control Outages

Newark airport sees fourth air traffic control outage in 3 weeks

Newark Liberty International Airport faces frequent air traffic control outages leading to flight restrictions imposed by the FAA to reduce congestion and ensure safety.

Six Ukrainian soldiers killed in Russian strike

A Russian missile strike kills six Ukrainian soldiers during a training exercise, highlighting ongoing hostilities in the Ukraine conflict.

Israel-Gaza aid blockade draws war crime claims

Israel-Gaza war live: Israel ‘very close’ to war crimes, UN warns

International concern grows as Israeli blockade continues in Gaza with aid still blocked; former Israeli PM and the UN warn of possible war crimes during conflict escalation.

Trump visits Capitol to push ‘big, beautiful bill’

Trump pushes GOP holdouts on Capitol Hill to support his massive domestic policy bill

Trump pressure fails to shore up House GOP support for big agenda

President Donald Trump makes a rare visit to Capitol Hill to rally Republican support behind his sweeping domestic policy bill known as the 'big, beautiful bill.'

South Africa’s Ramaphosa meets Trump at White House

South Africa’s leader aims to salvage relationship with Trump in White House visit

South Africa's president heads to White House for key Trump talks

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa meets President Trump at the White House in an effort to reset or improve strained relations amidst controversies.

Suicide bomber kills children in Pakistani school bus attack

Suicide car bomb hits school bus in Pakistan killing 4 children

A suicide bomber targets a school bus in southwestern Pakistan, killing multiple children and causing dozens of injuries, underscoring growing violence in the region.

DOE Secretary Hegseth orders review of Afghanistan withdrawal

Hegseth Launches Special Task Force To Investigate Biden’s ‘Chaotic’ Afghanistan Withdrawal

Hegseth Orders Afghanistan Withdrawal Investigation

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders a comprehensive investigation into the chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, seeking accountability for the deadly event.

Russia-Ukraine fighting continues; Putin visits Kursk

Putin makes first visit to Kursk since Ukraine recapture

Amid fighting in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin visits the recaptured Kursk region for the first time since April, signaling confidence amid ongoing conflict.

Biden’s last prostate cancer test was in 2014, says spox

Biden last had a prostate cancer antigen blood test in 2014

Biden’s prostate cancer was not diagnosed until last week

Former President Joe Biden’s office confirms his last prostate cancer screening was in 2014, sparking renewed debate and scrutiny over his health and transparency.

Chrome to get new AI Gemini assistant integration

Google rolls out major AI update with Gemini assistant

Google announces AI advances including embedding its Gemini chatbot assistant in Chrome browser and search service, enhancing interactive and contextual capabilities.

Nvidia CEO slams US chip export controls as failure

Nvidia says US export controls on AI chips to China were 'a failure'

Nvidia Chief Calls US Chip Controls a ‘Failure’ That Backfired

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang criticizes US chip export controls on China as counterproductive, stating they accelerated China’s chip development and reduced Nvidia’s market share drastically.

House Speaker Johnson nears SALT deduction deal

Johnson, SALT Republicans zero in on critical agreement

Blue-state Republicans, GOP leaders land tentative deal for $40k SALT

House Speaker Mike Johnson moves closer to a deal with blue-state Republicans to increase the state and local tax deductions (SALT) cap, pushing forward President Trump's tax legislation.

Democratic Rep McIver charged after ICE scuffle

House Dems blast Trump’s DOJ for charging Rep. LaMonica McIver

McIver Turned Down Plea Deal To Avoid Federal Charges

Democrat Rep. LaMonica McIver faces federal assault charges over a confrontation with ICE agents, sparking political backlash and support claims of intimidation from the Trump Justice Department.

Trump struggles passing major bill amid GOP dissent

Trump pitch fails to move GOP holdouts on agenda megabill

Senators unmoved by Johnson’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ pitch

Trump faces challenges passing his comprehensive budget bill as internal GOP dissent and skeptical holdouts slow efforts despite his Capitol Hill pushes.

Severe tornado devastates southern Kentucky, kills 19

Josh Hawley calls for FEMA aid after deadly St. Louis tornado

Mississippi tornado survivors await FEMA aid amid delays

A severe tornado in southern Kentucky causes extensive devastation and fatalities, raising concerns over FEMA's preparedness and response under the Trump administration.

At least four children killed in southwest Pakistan blast

At least four children killed in a blast targeting a school bus in Balochistan, Pakistan, marking another deadly attack in the restive southwest region.

Democrats hold NY state Senate seat Trump won in landslide

Soros-backed Philadelphia DA wins key primary race

Democratic candidates secure key victories in New York and Pennsylvania amidst strong political contests ahead of upcoming elections.

Elon Musk to cut political spending: 'I think I've done enough'

Elon Musk Signals Retreat From Politics: ‘I Think I’ve Done Enough’

Elon Musk announces he will cut back political spending after significant contributions in 2024, signaling a shift in his involvement in US elections.

House Democrats slam DOJ for charging Rep. McIver

McIver charges branded Trump effort to intimidate by Dems

Justice Department faces criticism as charges against Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver are seen as politically motivated, exacerbating partisan tensions.

Marco Rubio scorches Dems over immigration, foreign policy

Rubio and Van Hollen spar over MS-13 deportations

Democrats and Republicans clash in Senate hearings as Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends Trump administration's foreign policy and immigration enforcement tactics.

Memorial Day gas prices expected lowest in decades

Gas Prices Dip to Lowest Level for Memorial Day Travel

Recent gas price drops offer relief for American families during the Memorial Day travel season, marking the lowest prices in decades adjusted for inflation.

Judge orders US officials to keep custody of migrants deported to South Sudan

Trump admin’s deportations to South Sudan violate court order

Trump admin deports migrants to war-torn South Sudan amid legal fight

South Sudan deportation controversy arises as Trump administration allegedly deports non-South Sudanese migrants to the conflict-ravaged country despite a court order.

George Wendt, 'Cheers' star, dies at 76

Beloved ‘Cheers’ Actor George Wendt Dies At 76

George Wendt, who played Norm on 'Cheers,' dies at 76

Actor George Wendt, best known for his iconic role as Norm on 'Cheers,' has died at age 76, prompting widespread tributes and reflections on his legacy.

FDA tightens requirements for COVID vaccine

FDA to set higher bar for Covid booster shots

FDA pulls recommendation for Covid shots for most Americans

FDA tightens COVID-19 vaccine regulations, requiring gold-standard clinical trials for future booster approvals, limiting routine vaccine use in healthy younger populations.