Trump to Decide on Military Strike Against Iran Within Two Weeks
President Donald Trump faces mounting international pressure as he weighs US involvement in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. The White House announces Trump will make a final decision on possible military action against Iran within the next two weeks.
24 Hours Trump to decide on Iran war action within two weeks + Appeals court lets Trump keep control of CA National Guard + Israel strikes key nuclear sites in Iran + Iranian missile hits Israeli hospital amid war + Los Angeles Dodgers block ICE agents at stadium + Russian drones hit Ukrainian city Odesa overnight + White House sees chance for Iran diplomacy soon + Rockslide in Banff kills 1, injures 3 hikers + Former Chinese student jailed 24 years for rapes + Senator Kaine pushes to limit Trump Iran strike powers + Massive SpaceX Starship rocket explodes in Texas + New tax cuts tipped to bankrupt consumers + US extends TikTok sale deadline again + Ransomware hack drains $90M from Iran crypto exchange + Juneteenth celebrated nationwide amid political clashes + UK warship defies Chinese warning in Taiwan Strait
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Quote "Iran has all it needs to produce a nuclear weapon in a couple of weeks" — White House on Iran nuclear program

Trump to decide on Iran strike within two weeks
Appeals court backs Trump on California Guard control
Federal judge blocks Trump plan to tie funding to immigration enforcement
President Donald Trump delays decision on military action against Iran, facing internal and external pressure while setting a two-week ultimatum for diplomacy. Appeals courts support his control over National Guard deployment in California amidst protests and legal battles involving Governor Gavin Newsom.

Israel bombs Iran's Arak nuclear reactor
Iranian missile strikes Israeli hospital in latest barrage
Missiles rain on Israel and Iran as war intensifies
Israel escalates military strikes against Iran, targeting nuclear and research facilities, while Iran retaliates with missile attacks on Israeli hospitals and cities amid growing Middle East conflict. The confrontation fuels global tension and rising casualties.

Los Angeles Dodgers block ICE agents at stadium
Dodgers say ICE agents denied entry to parking lot
Federal immigration agents denied entry to Dodger Stadium
Los Angeles Dodgers deny immigration agents entry onto stadium grounds amid rising protests and political pressure. The incident highlights growing controversy over immigration enforcement and escalating tensions in California.

Russian drones hit Ukrainian city Odesa overnight
One killed, 14 injured in Russian overnight Odesa strike
Russian drones sustain attacks on Ukrainian cities causing casualties. Western countries express alarm while Ukraine remains under severe threat amid ongoing war and security concerns.

SpaceX Starship explodes in Texas test
Mega SpaceX rocket bursts into flames during trial
SpaceX rocket explodes at Starbase launch site
SpaceX's latest Starship rocket explodes during a test in Texas, marking one of multiple recent setbacks for the company. Elon Musk downplays the incident despite the dramatic fireball and disruption.

Rockslide in Banff kills 1, injures hikers
US heatwave brings dangerous high temperatures
Severe storm derails tram in Sweden, dozens hurt
Severe weather causes fatalities and injuries with a heatwave impacting the US and a rockslide in Canada's Banff National Park killing one hiker, highlighting the dangers posed by natural disasters.

Chinese student jailed 24 years for raping 10 women
Woman charged with murder in missing Rolex case
Judicial and criminal news highlighting serious crimes including a Chinese PhD student's 24-year sentence for multiple rapes in the UK, and murder charges linked to a missing Rolex case, demonstrating ongoing criminal justice developments.

Senate Republicans split over Iran strike powers
Senators warn Trump on war powers for Iran strikes
US lawmakers debate military powers and oversight as Republicans resist curbing Trump's authority to launch strikes on Iran, highlighting political divisions over potential war decisions.

Assaults on ICE agents jump 500 percent
ICE denies congressional oversight access amid conflict
Federal agents blocked from Dodger Stadium in immigration spat
Immigration enforcement escalates amid political turmoil with ICE facing increased assaults, detentions, and contested access to facilities, intensifying the national debate on immigration policies.

Trump rants: US has too many non-working holidays
Juneteenth goes uncelebrated at White House amid Trump snub
Biden leads Juneteenth unity event in Texas
Political controversies around Juneteenth unfold as President Trump criticizes U.S. federal holidays and skips official celebrations; Democrats and opposition figures respond with calls for unity and remembrance.

Europe to hold talks with Iran amid war fears
Iran foreign minister to meet European diplomats in Geneva
European diplomats prepare for talks with Iran amid ongoing Middle Eastern conflict. The potential for diplomacy remains as the U.S. and its allies weigh intervention amidst pressure from escalating hostilities.

Hackers drain $90M from Iran’s largest crypto exchange
Big AI models emit 50 times more CO2 than smaller versions
Meta plans nuclear power deal to fuel AI demand
Tech and cybersecurity sectors face challenges with reports highlighting hacking incidents on Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges, disrupted AI projects, and AI's environmental impact, raising concerns about cyber warfare and sustainability.

Appeals court affirms Trump's National Guard command powers
Court sides with Trump in LA Guard deployment dispute
Federal court blocks lower order on Guard control
US federal courts continue to uphold President Trump's rights to deploy and command National Guard forces amidst protests and legal challenges, solidifying executive authority in contentious politically charged environments.
Oil prices shoot up as Israel-Iran conflict worsens
Dow futures tumble on Iran war fears
Central banks cut rates as market jitters grow
Economic and market concerns rise amid Middle East conflict with oil prices surging, stock futures falling, and liquidity floodgates opening due to monetary policy changes and geopolitics impacting global trade.

Minnesota lawmaker recounts harrowing shooting attack
Man charged with stalking Memphis mayor amid kidnapping plot
Police probe car bomb threat targeting NYC candidate
Social and political unrest escalates with violent attacks including shootings targeting legislators, threats against officials, and ongoing investigations into extremist plots spreading anxiety across affected communities.

Russia, Indonesia boost economic and political bonds
EU limits China’s role in medical device procurement
New Zealand PM stresses China trade in Xi meeting
International trade and political relations show complexity as Russia and Indonesia deepen ties, the EU restricts China’s medical procurement role, and New Zealand engages with China amid ongoing global tensions.

U.S. resumes student visas with social media vetting
Ilhan Omar deletes controversial Juneteenth tweet
MAGA influencer Loomer compiles critics list
Cyber and misinformation issues rise with Facebook bans, misleading media, and scrutiny on social media use by visa applicants, plus notable social media controversies involving political figures.

Texas man charged over explosives plot at LA protests
Worksite immigration raids net 84 illegal immigrants
DOJ investigates ICE facility unrest amid escalating tension
US law enforcement actions intensify with major arrests in immigration raids and explosive plot foiled in Los Angeles, sparking sharp political debates regarding immigration enforcement policies.

Democrats in turmoil with calls for leadership overhaul
DNC chairman slammed as weak amid party infighting
James Carville warns Democrats betrayed working class
U.S. political divisions widen as Democrats face leadership crises, infighting, and calls for change amid public dissatisfaction, compounded by allegations of incompetence and internal factionalism.

Federal courts uphold Trump policies amid challenges
Judge allows Trump to keep National Guard command
Trump's judicial pick faces scrutiny but advances
Federal courts and agencies face legal battles over Trump administration policies, including immigration enforcement, National Guard control, and judicial appointments, with several rulings favoring Trump’s positions.

Planting forests to offset emissions needs North America size area
Plastic bag bans significantly reduce shoreline litter
Senate Republicans split over green energy subsidies phaseout
Environmental and climate concerns arise as studies highlight the need for massive tree planting to offset fossil fuels, debates over green subsidies occur, and plastic bag bans show positive impact on reducing pollution.

Putin offers to broker Iran-Israel conflict deal
Kremlin warns US against military action in Iran
Mixed Israeli messages on regime change in Iran
International political diplomacy and tensions escalate with Russia offering to mediate Middle East conflict, Kremlin warning US and Israel about Iran strikes, and varied stances on regime change in Iran amid ongoing hostilities.

Gunmen kill over 200 Christians amid escalating violence
Whoopi Goldberg slammed over offensive Iran-America comparison
Black history commemorations shaped by politics and protests
Social unrest and violence reported with attacks targeting Black communities, increased hate crimes, and controversies around public figures sparking widespread criticism and divided public opinion.

Fed holds rates steady despite criticism
Trump tax bill includes new breaks for private equity
Wall Street trading surges amid tariff fears
US markets and economic policy updates reveal uncertainty with Federal Reserve maintaining rates amid criticism, stock volatility tied to Middle East tensions, and latest efforts to reform tariffs and tax breaks affecting businesses.

Massachusetts State Police probe murder-suicide case
Man accused of stalking and attempting to kidnap Memphis mayor
Multiple gangbangers sentenced for deadly shooting of 11-year-old
Notable criminal investigations and violent incidents include multiple killings, murder-suicide in Massachusetts, and stalking charges against politicians, raising concerns about safety and law enforcement response.

Mississippi drops US history test amid controversy
Oregon House opens with drag performance amid backlash
Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for minors
Political battles over education policies and cultural controversies as schools drop history tests, drag performances stir debate, and arguments intensify over gender-affirming treatments and transgender rights across the US.
Google trains AI video model using YouTube content
ChatGPT linked to cognitive decline in new study
Technology and AI developments receive attention with Meta's AI power plans, Google's use of YouTube for AI training, and discussions around the social impact of generative AI and digital surveillance practices.

Senator Padilla criticizes administration actions
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee ban on trans minors care
US political and social leadership under scrutiny with Senate focusing on homeland security, Supreme Court rulings challenging liberal policies, and political figures clashing over issues like war powers and party direction.
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