Trump pulls NASA nominee days before Senate vote... chaos looms
President Donald Trump abruptly withdrew Jared Isaacman's nomination to head NASA just days before a critical Senate confirmation vote, signaling deeper turmoil and a swift shakeup in space agency leadership amid political controversy.
24 Hours Trump pulls NASA nominee days before Senate vote + Iran boosts near nuclear-grade uranium stockpile 50% + Hamas seeks changes to US Gaza ceasefire proposal + At least 151 dead in Nigerian floods, thousands displaced + Paris erupts into chaos after PSG Champions League win + Russian bridge collapse kills 7, train derails near Ukraine + US envoy blasts Hamas response as 'totally unacceptable' + US Defense Secretary warns allies on 'imminent' China threat + White House announces new pick for NASA administrator soon + Sen. Joni Ernst doubles down on 'we're all going to die' remark + Trump doubles steel tariffs from 25% to 50% + NYC subway assaults rise 19%, many target police officers + Moscow reports Russia 'flirting with banking collapse' + Biden jokes he could 'beat the hell out of' Jake Tapper + MIT bans class president over pro-Palestinian speech + LAFC beats Club América in extra time, Club World Cup bound + At least 26 killed in Israeli strike near Gaza aid center + Trump warns Rand Paul on opposing 'Big, Beautiful Bill' + German Chancellor Merz to meet Trump at White House next week + Blue Origin spacecraft carries 6 to edge of space
Number 151 - Confirmed deaths in northern Nigerian town flooded by recent rains.
Quote "There’s no reason to sugarcoat it." — Pete Hegseth on China’s threat

Trump pulls NASA nominee days before Senate vote
Trump administration’s deep cuts to public health leave system reeling
Trump reignites feud with Harvard with financial cuts
The Trump administration is facing various controversies involving NASA nominations, public health funding cuts, a clash with Harvard University, immigration enforcement, and escalating tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. These issues collectively highlight conflicts in federal policy and governance affecting science, public health, education, and trade.

Hamas seeks changes to US Gaza ceasefire proposal
Israeli attack kills 30 near Gaza aid center amid conflict
Israeli military kills Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar
Rising tensions in the Middle East focus on Gaza ceasefire negotiations with Hamas seeking changes to the U.S. proposal amid ongoing fighting. Meanwhile, Israel conducts lethal strikes against Hamas leaders, escalating the conflict with concerns over humanitarian aid disruptions and hostages in Gaza.

Iran boosts near nuclear-grade uranium stockpile 50%
UN watchdog reveals Iran's secret nuclear activities
Iran producing near weapons-grade uranium amid talks, warns UN
Iran escalates its nuclear program with a significant boost in near weapons-grade uranium stockpiles, raising global alarm. The International Atomic Energy Agency reports secret nuclear activities and increased uranium enrichment provocations amid ongoing but fragile nuclear deal talks.

Russian bridge collapse kills 7, train derails near Ukraine
Bridge collapses onto train in Russia near Ukraine border with fatalities
At least 7 dead after Russian bridge collapse causes train derailment
Russian infrastructure near Ukraine suffers critical damage as a bridge collapses causing a deadly train derailment with multiple casualties. The incident heightens tensions in the border region amid ongoing conflict, raising safety and security concerns.

NYC subway assaults rise 19%, many target police officers
Two officers wounded in shooting in Baldwin Park, California
Drive-by shooting wounds 7 teens near Chicago church
Violence and crime surge across U.S. cities and states, including shootings that wound officers and civilians, fatal traffic accidents involving impaired drivers, and increased assaults in transit systems. Law enforcement faces challenges amid rising violent incidents.

NBA Finals set: Thunder vs. Pacers starting Thursday
Pacers race past Knicks to punch Finals ticket
The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder will meet in the NBA Finals
The NBA Finals is set with a major showdown between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder. Fans anticipate key matchups as the series kicks off, capping a remarkable season of momentum and achievement for both teams.

Paris erupts into chaos after PSG Champions League win
At least 81 arrested in Paris after PSG victory
Several Paris Jewish institutions sprayed with green paint
Paris descends into chaos as celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain's first Champions League victory erupt in violent clashes leading to dozens of arrests. Vandalism targets Jewish sites, with authorities launching investigations into antisemitic hate crimes amid unrest.

Transgender athlete wins girls high jump at California finals amid protests
Trans athlete earns and shares first place in California track event
California track-and-field championships draw limited protest over trans student's participation
Controversy surrounds transgender athletes competing in high school track-and-field championships in California amid protests and political threats. The issue splits public opinion and draws national attention on sports, gender identity, and related policy.

White House to announce new pick for NASA soon
Trump admin pulls Musk ally’s NASA nomination amid controversies
Trump exerts pressure on Musk’s DOGE cuts, report says
The Trump administration faces internal strife with shuffling nominations, including the withdrawal of NASA candidate Jared Isaacman days before confirmation, and criticism over dealings connected to Elon Musk and policy conflicts.

At least 151 killed in Nigerian floods, thousands displaced
Canadian wildfires force tens of thousands to evacuate
Severe geomagnetic storm watch issued for June threatens infrastructure
Worsening natural disasters cause mass evacuation and death, with severe flooding in Nigeria submerging towns and killing over 150, and Canada battling widespread wildfires forcing thousands to flee, as scientists warn of impending geomagnetic storms that could disrupt infrastructure.

Poland holds pivotal presidential runoff heavily influenced by Trump
South Korea voting after political chaos to replace impeached leader
Pro-EU and MAGA visions clash in Poland’s presidential runoff
Political tensions surge globally as Poland holds a presidential runoff election influenced by far-right and Trump-backed candidates challenging the current government. Meanwhile, South Korea votes in snap election with implications for regional relations. These elections reflect rising populism and international geopolitical realignments.

Experts warn cuts to federal agencies raise hurricane season risks
FDA approves Moderna’s new lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine
Former rehab exec charged in journalist harassment conspiracy
Public health and safety controversies expand as federal cuts threaten preparedness amid growing hurricane season fears, vaccine approvals progress with new Moderna COVID-19 shot authorized with restrictions, and lawsuits highlight wrongful arrests and harassment incidents in care and law enforcement sectors.

Senator Ernst doubles down on bleak Medicaid cuts remark
Biden says he can beat critics following cancer diagnosis
Tim Walz calls for Democrats to be 'meaner' to Trump
U.S. politics roils with controversies: Sen. Joni Ernst faces backlash over grim Medicaid remark while doubling down, Biden dismisses critics amid cancer diagnosis, and Democrats seek aggressive strategies ahead of 2028. Trump’s 'Big Beautiful Bill' sparks intra-party disputes with allies like Rand Paul.

Two killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as talks remain uncertain
Nine arrests in murders of band members near Mexico border
2 NYPD officers placed on leave over accused kidnapper ties
Social unrest and political violence intensify with incidents including shootings near schools and churches, arrests in gang-related murders, and law enforcement facing criticism over tactics. These challenges underscore widening security issues in urban areas.

AI disrupts job market at top companies like Anthropic
Meta plans to automate product risk assessments with AI
Tesla charging theft caught on camera at Florida restaurant
Corporate and technological sectors face upheaval as AI transforms job markets, with layoffs and automation impacting workers; while major companies like Meta plan AI-driven product risk assessment, and Tesla incidents highlight infrastructure issues. XAI's data center also draws environmental scrutiny.

US Defense Chief warns Indo-Pacific allies of imminent China threat
Israel blocks Arab foreign ministers visiting West Bank
Syria and Saudi Arabia agree to boost economic cooperation
International diplomacy and military warnings intensify as U.S. warns Indo-Pacific allies about 'imminent' China threat, Israel conducts strikes and blocks West Bank diplomatic visits, Syria and Saudi Arabia strengthen cooperation, and UN nuclear reports raise alarms over Iran’s weapons program.

Supreme Court backs Trump immigration crackdown
Appeals court blocks mass federal firings by Trump admin
Lawyers call Trump law firm deals akin to deals 'with a gun to the head'
Legal battles and court rulings play a critical role with the Supreme Court backing Trump's immigration crackdown, federal judges blocking Trump workforce cuts, and appeals courts keeping pauses on mass firings. Meanwhile, law firms criticize Trump’s coercive deals amid ongoing judicial conflicts.

Millions of bees escape after truck overturns in Washington state
At least 151 killed in Nigerian floods, thousands displaced
Wildfires trigger evacuation orders across central Canada
Natural and man-made disasters prompt emergency responses: massive bee escapes from overturned trucks in Washington cause warnings, flooding displaces thousands in Nigeria, wildfires rage in Canada prompting evacuations, and U.S. officials prepare for possible geomagnetic storms causing infrastructure threats.

Broadway community condemns Patti LuPone for degrading comments
MIT bans class president over pro-Palestinian speech controversy
California transgender athlete competes amid protests
Cultural and social controversies arise as Broadway condemns Patti LuPone for offensive remarks, protests occur surrounding transgender athlete participation, and debates over free speech and campus discipline ignite, reflecting tensions in race, gender, and political discourse in arts and education.

Neuralink brain implant helps Arizona man regain control
Biden upbeat about cancer treatment, says prognosis is good
Hiker finds burned body near Georgia tourist spot Stone Mountain
High-profile deaths and health updates include the passing of Emmy-winning actress Valerie Mahaffey, medical breakthroughs in brain implant technology aiding disabilities, ongoing cancer treatments for former President Biden, and tragic deaths linked to accidents and illness across various locations.

Blue Origin spacecraft carries 6 to edge of space
SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites from West Coast
Trump pulls NASA nominee Jared Isaacman, new pick pending
International space and technology advancements continue with Blue Origin's successful suborbital flight carrying six passengers, SpaceX deploying Starlink satellites, and NASA leadership changes underway amid Trump's withdrawn nominations and new candidate announcements.

Dem Rep. Nadler aide detained by DHS agents in Manhattan
Man detained amid controversy in NYC lawmaker’s office
Boston ICE operations obstructed by activists amid criticism
Legal and political controversies deepen as Rep. Jerrod Nadler’s aide is detained by federal agents in chaotic Manhattan incident, and allegations of bias and harassment surface in various cases, exposing tensions between lawmakers and law enforcement agencies.

Soaring US debt risks triggering global market contagion
US consumers pull back, goods imports drop sharply
JPMorgan CEO warns of ‘enemy within’ as biggest US risk
Economic and financial markets exhibit insecurity amid large U.S. debt concerns, sluggish import trends, and volatile investor sentiment. JPMorgan CEO warns of internal risks overshadowing foreign threats while bond auctions show waning confidence in economic health.

Floods kill over 150 in Nigeria as thousands displaced
Gaza aid supplies hit by looting amid worsening famine crisis
Wildfires rage across Canada, force evacuations in multiple provinces
Environmental and climate concerns mount with the spread of wildfires and floods in North America and Africa, bureaucratic mishaps in aid distribution in conflict zones causing humanitarian crises, and the growing urgency for sustainable policies alongside debates over renewable energy reliability.

Buttigieg leads 2028 Democratic field, poll shows
Wes Moore, Tim Walz urge fiercer Democratic party in South Carolina
Democrats seek new ways to win back young men
Key political figures and candidates gear up for upcoming elections as Democratic hopefuls Buttigieg and others jockey for lead. Controversy stirs over party strategy, with calls for fiercer tactics against Republicans and debates on outreach towards male voters and ideological divides.

Assaults on NYPD cops surge with firearm losses
Former Arkansas police chief’s prison escape challenges authorities
California rejects bill closing loophole on violent offenders
Multiple incidents bring law enforcement and criminal justice into focus with rising assaults on officers, increasing violent crimes in cities, contested prison reforms, and legal challenges involving former political figures and allegations of harassment or misconduct.

Trump grants pardons amid escalating political and legal battles
Bill Maher supports Trump’s war on Harvard as ‘asshole factory’
Ex-Trump insider calls Trump's sons part of 'major grift'
High stakes controversies around Trump's administration continue with pardons for high-profile figures, battles over Harvard University funding, and disputes involving political appointees and insiders amid growing media scrutiny and political polarization.
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