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Trump sets two-week countdown on Iran strike decision

Appeals court backs Trump to keep control of California Guard

White House says Trump will decide Iran action within two weeks

President Donald Trump is under pressure to decide on military action against Iran, with a two-week deadline announced amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The US courts and political leaders are involved in disputes over immigration enforcement and National Guard deployment.

Israel demolishes Iran's Arak nuclear reactor

Iran missile strikes Israeli hospital - casualties mount

Israel vows intensified strikes as missile barrages continue

Military tensions escalate as Israel strikes Iran's nuclear sites, including the Arak heavy water reactor, while Iran retaliates with missile attacks targeting Israeli hospitals, causing casualties and ramping up regional conflict.

LA Dodgers block ICE agents from stadium grounds

Dodgers deny ICE entry amid growing deportation raids

Dodgers rebuff federal immigration officials at ballpark

The Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team is actively resisting federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations by denying agents access to stadium grounds, sparking protests and political controversy.

SpaceX Starship explodes in Texas test fire

SpaceX confirms no injuries after Starship rocket blast

Elon Musk: Starship explosion just a scratch

SpaceX experiences its fourth major Starship rocket explosion in 2025 during testing at its Texas launch facility, causing a massive fireball but no reported injuries. Elon Musk downplays the incident calling it 'just a scratch.'

Tram derails at high speed, smashes into restaurant in Sweden

At least seven injured in Sweden tram crash

Public transportation in Sweden faces tragedy as a tram derails due to high-speed turning before crashing into a pizzeria, leading to numerous injuries and emergency responses.

US evacuates diplomats from Israel amid escalating war

Americans urged to leave Israel as conflict with Iran heats up

US government initiates evacuation of American diplomats and citizens from Israel amid rising conflict tensions between Israel and Iran, as military exchanges escalate and safety concerns grow.

Federal judge blocks Trump plan to tie funding to immigration cooperation

Appeals court extends order allowing Trump to deploy National Guard in LA

California court allows Trump control of National Guard troops

Legal battles and court decisions shape the federal immigration enforcement landscape as judges block Trump administration efforts to withhold funds from sanctuary states and uphold control over National Guard deployments.

Influential NJ union backs GOP gubernatorial candidate

New Jersey's political landscape shifts as a major labor union endorses Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the closely fought gubernatorial race, signaling potential broader changes in the state’s political dynamics.

Border Patrol closes half-mile smuggling tunnel at US-Mexico border

US Border Patrol discovers and shuts down a nearly half-mile long sophisticated drug smuggling tunnel connecting Tijuana and San Diego, blocking a major narcotics trafficking route.

Seven charged in $100M jewelry heist near Los Angeles

Law enforcement arrests seven suspects involved in a $100 million jewelry heist near Los Angeles, marking it as one of the largest thefts in US history and a significant blow to organized crime.

Fed holds rates steady amid inflation concerns

Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady amid ongoing inflation uncertainties, signaling cautious monetary policy in response to economic conditions and global market factors.

Iran secures enriched nuclear materials amid war tensions

Iranian officials claim to have moved all enriched nuclear materials to secure locations amid the intensifying conflict with Israel and growing international focus on its nuclear program.

Trump delays TikTok ban for third time

President Trump signs new executive order delaying TikTok ban

President Trump extends the US ban deadline on TikTok by another 90 days, granting the Chinese-owned app more time to find a US buyer amid ongoing scrutiny and national security concerns.

NYPD guard stabbed stopping shoplifter in Manhattan

Chicago mayor to veto new teen curfew law amid criticism

Chicago police investigate multiple violent incidents including a stabbing incident involving a security guard, and the imposition of a controversial teen curfew amidst ongoing community safety concerns.

Russia economy teeters on brink of recession

Putin Hawks demand formal war declaration amid Ukraine conflict

Russian economy shows signs of strain amid sanctions and ongoing conflicts, with officials warning of a looming recession as the country faces challenges from military engagements and international pressure.

FBI boosts surveillance of Iran-linked sleeper cells in US

US Federal Bureau of Investigation intensifies monitoring of potential Iran-backed sleeper cells within the US, responding to concerns over national security amid regional conflicts.

Supreme Court upholds ban on transgender care for minors

Supreme Court upholds Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors, marking a significant legal victory for conservatives and sparking nationwide debate on transgender rights.

Putin offers Russia as mediator in Iran-Israel war

Russian President Vladimir Putin offers to mediate peace talks between Iran and Israel amid escalating conflict, proposing Moscow as a broker for a possible settlement in the Middle East.

Man charged with attempted kidnapping of Memphis mayor

Ongoing gun and assault incidents, including an attack on a Memphis mayor and a stabbing of a security guard, highlight rising violence and security concerns in US cities.

Fed chair Powell faces criticism over rate strategy

The Federal Reserve's approach to interest rates receives criticism amid economic uncertainty, with debates around the inflation trajectory and impact on markets.

DOJ files to seize $225 million in crypto scams

Trump admin closes loophole on DNA flows to China

US federal investigations reveal massive cryptocurrency seizures and shutdown of foreign medical research, reflecting tightening controls in tech and finance sectors.

Riots and protests flare after immigration raids

Federal agents crush anti-ICE mob in Portland

Various civil unrests and protests over immigration enforcement and political violence sweep through multiple US cities, with federal responses escalating amid tensions.

DNC Chair Ken Martin slammed as party division deepens

US Senator Ken Martin faces internal Democratic Party backlash as infighting grows, revealing deep divisions and leadership challenges within party structures ahead of upcoming elections.

DOJ charges suspect for explosives plot at LA riots

Efforts to combat organized crime notch gains with arrest of a major suspect in a large-scale jewelry heist near Los Angeles, and FBI investigations into plots against law enforcement during riots.

Extreme heat dome to scorch much of the US this week

Hurricane Erick slams Mexico as Category 3 storm

Major weather events include severe heat alerts across the US leading into summer, Hurricane Erick hitting Mexico's Pacific coast, with ongoing recovery and safety concerns.

DOJ scrutinizes Colorado election data in ongoing probe

Judge halts Trump plan linking DOT funds to immigration

Education board drops US history test for Mississippi students

Investigations and lawsuits challenge the fairness and effectiveness of election processes, education systems, and immigration policies across multiple states and cities amidst political uproar.