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DOJ Opens Probe Into Epstein Ties to Prominent Democrats - Bondi Complies

Attorney General Pam Bondi has ordered a top prosecutor to examine emails and relationships tied to Jeffrey Epstein after a White House push, launching a high stakes Justice Department inquiry into prominent Democrats and major institutions

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4 - People killed in the U S military strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean

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"I'm not buying Starbucks and you shouldn't either." — Katie Wilson

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NEW DOJ probe into Epstein ties after Trump demand - Bondi acts

The Justice Department is opening new inquiries into Jeffrey Epstein's network after the White House pushed investigations into his ties with prominent Democrats and financial institutions. Attorney General actions and SDNY involvement signal a renewed federal focus.

House vote set to force release of Epstein files

Survivors and advocates are pressuring Congress to release the full tranche of Epstein-related files, while lawmakers prepare procedural votes that could force public disclosure. Victims urge transparency as political fights intensify.

Trump orders DOJ to probe Epstein links to Democrats and banks

President Trump has directed the Justice Department to investigate people and institutions named in the Epstein emails, triggering a wave of political responses and accusations of partisan targeting as the administration seeks to shift the narrative.

Major Russian drone and missile barrage slams Kyiv - civilians killed

Russia launched a major drone and missile assault on Kyiv, killing and injuring civilians and damaging infrastructure. Ukrainian counterstrikes and power grid effects add to the escalating conflict as Western support continues.

Coast Guard detects Russian military vessel about 15 miles off Hawaii

The U.S. monitored unusual Russian naval activity near Hawaii, raising concerns about maritime intelligence and naval posturing in the Pacific. Coast Guard and Navy units tracked the vessel operating close to U.S. territorial waters.

U S military strike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean kills four

U.S. forces continued strikes on suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, drawing scrutiny after a secret memo justified operations and reports said strikes killed several people. Legal and diplomatic questions persist.

Trump expands immigration crackdown to additional cities including armored teams

Immigration enforcement has escalated into nationwide operations and local clashes. Anti-ICE protests have turned violent in places like Chicago suburbs while the administration plans targeted enforcement in new cities.

Border Patrol agents to be sent to Charlotte and New Orleans for enforcement

The administration plans targeted Border Patrol deployments to cities like Charlotte and New Orleans as part of wider enforcement operations, prompting local officials to prepare and community groups to mobilize.

FAA plans to roll back some flight restrictions at major airports

After shutdown-related strain on air traffic operations, the FAA is moving to ease some mandatory flight reductions at major U.S. airports while leaving limits in place as staffing and safety backlogs are addressed.

Trump cuts tariffs on beef coffee and tropical fruit to lower grocery costs

The White House moved to ease tariffs on key food items to tackle rising grocery prices and reached a trade framework with Switzerland that will sharply reduce duties on Swiss goods, part of an affordability push ahead of elections.

USDA to require all SNAP recipients to reapply for benefits

The USDA announced sweeping changes to food assistance programs including plans that would require SNAP beneficiaries to reapply, prompting debate over impacts on low income families as benefits resume after the shutdown.

Postmaster general warns USPS needs revenue growth not just cuts

The U.S. Postal Service faces persistent financial pressure with senior officials warning that cost cuts alone are insufficient and that revenue growth and pricing changes are needed to stabilize operations.

Bankruptcy judge OKs multibillion dollar Purdue Pharma settlement

A bankruptcy judge moved toward approving a multibillion dollar settlement by Purdue Pharma to resolve thousands of opioid claims, a deal that would require Sackler family contributions and significantly reshape litigation outcomes.

Laney College coach John Beam dies after being shot on campus

A beloved college football coach featured in a Netflix series was shot on campus and later died, prompting arrests and an investigation as the community mourns a prominent mentor and education leader.

Ethiopia confirms first outbreak of deadly Marburg virus

Ethiopia reported its first confirmed outbreak of Marburg virus, triggering WHO attention and emergency responses as health officials investigate spread and containment in affected regions.

Israel returns 15 Palestinian bodies to Gaza amid fragile deals

Heavy rains and poor shelter conditions devastated displacement camps in Gaza, while Israeli forces and Hamas continued exchanges involving returned bodies and hostage negotiations, compounding a humanitarian crisis ahead of winter.

FBI Director Kash Patel rebuffs Tucker Carlson's claims on Trump shooter probe

Controversy swirls around FBI leadership after public disputes with media figures and reports of bypassed vetting for senior hires, raising questions about oversight and internal security processes.

First known large scale AI driven cyberattack traced to Chinese actors

Security researchers and AI firms reported the first known large scale cyberattacks orchestrated with AI assistance and linked to state backed actors, raising alarms about automation in espionage and the need for new defenses.

DOJ announces actions to combat illicit North Korean government revenue

The Justice Department pursued financial and criminal actions against networks tied to North Korea including plea deals and civil forfeitures for virtual currency theft as part of wider sanctions enforcement.

S&P cuts Senegal rating as debt strains deepen

Global markets reacted to mixed signals as S&P adjusted African sovereign ratings and investors mulled tech and crypto swings, creating volatility that traders attributed to AI momentum and geopolitical risks.

Chinese astronauts alarmed after finding cracks in spacecraft window

China's Shenzhou mission reported cracks in a capsule window attributed to orbital debris, delaying astronaut return and raising safety concerns about human spaceflight and debris risks.

Iran seizes tanker in Strait of Hormuz as regional tensions spike

Iran seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions in the region, an action that could escalate maritime risks and draw international diplomatic responses.

Double decker bus crashes into Stockholm bus stop killing several

A double decker bus ploughed into a bus stop in central Stockholm killing and injuring multiple people as authorities investigate cause and emergency services respond at the scene.

Preliminary findings show fatigue crack caused Keystone Pipeline oil spill

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