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Trump scores ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ win after Congress passes massive tax and spending legislation

House narrowly passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ after marathon vote

GOP pushes ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to Trump’s desk amid GOP rift

The Republican-controlled US House passes the 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' a sweeping tax and spending package championed by President Donald Trump, advancing his legislative agenda amid tight votes and some GOP opposition.

Hakeem Jeffries breaks record with 8+ hour speech to delay Trump tax bill vote

Jeffries filibusters nearly 9 hours against GOP tax and spending bill

House Minority Leader’s marathon speech sparks rare delay in vote

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries launches a record-breaking speech to stall and oppose President Trump’s budget and tax legislation, using extended floor time to delay the House vote.

US economy adds 147,000 jobs in June with unemployment rate dipping to 4.1%

Solid Jobs Report Keeps Fed Rate Cuts at Bay amid strong hiring numbers

US employers surprise with stronger-than-expected June jobs growth

The US labor market continues to show strength with 147,000 jobs added in June and unemployment unexpectedly falling to 4.1%, contrary to economic uncertainty and tariff concerns.

Deputy head of Russian Navy killed in missile strike near Ukraine border

Russia confirms Major General killed during combat near Ukraine

Russia suffers a significant military loss with the death of Major General Mikhail Gudkov, the deputy head of the Russian navy, in a strike near the Ukraine border.

Crete wildfire forces evacuation of 1,500 as blaze spreads in heatwave

California Madre fire burns over 35,000 acres, largest wildfire this year

Wildfires spread rapidly on the Greek island of Crete and in California, forcing thousands to evacuate as authorities battle the largest blazes of the year amid ongoing heatwaves.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs acquitted on serious charges, awaiting sentencing

Sean Combs trial ends with partial acquittal, civil suits loom

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is acquitted on the most serious federal charges in his sex trafficking trial but remains facing lesser convictions and sentencing, while civil suits continue.

Nissan recalls 480,000+ vehicles over engine failure risk

Major Nissan recall hits US and Canada amid engine defect fears

Nissan initiates large recall of over 480,000 vehicles in the US and Canada due to manufacturing defects that risk engine failure during operation.

First detainees arrive at Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigrant center

House Democrats call for closure of Florida immigrant detention camp

Florida's controversial new immigrant detention center 'Alligator Alcatraz' begins receiving detainees, drawing significant attention and opposition from Democratic lawmakers.

Israel intensifies Gaza strikes, killing over 90 Palestinians in 48 hours

Israeli drone strike kills and wounds near Beirut amid renewed conflict

Israel escalates its military offensive in Gaza resulting in over 90 Palestinian deaths within 48 hours as ceasefire negotiations continue amid intense conflict.

Pentagon confirms US airstrikes delay Iran nuclear program by up to 2 years

US military strikes cripple Iranian nuclear advancements

The Pentagon confirms US airstrikes have set back Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, striking multiple key nuclear sites in June further pressuring Tehran.

Drive-by shooting outside Chicago nightclub kills four, injures fourteen

Chicago shooting casts shadow over nightlife after mass casualties

A deadly drive-by shooting outside a Chicago nightclub leaves four dead and fourteen injured, highlighting ongoing violence challenges in the city.

Congressional intern fatally shot near US Capitol in Washington DC

Fatal shooting of House intern prompts investigation in Washington DC

A 21-year-old congressional intern is fatally shot in Washington, DC, causing shock and urgent investigation near the US Capitol.

Trump to host freed American hostage at White House amid Gaza talks

Gaza ceasefire deal advances with hostages set for early release

President Donald Trump to host recently freed American hostage Edan Alexander at the White House, highlighting ongoing tensions and hostage-ceasefire negotiations in Gaza.

Putin tells Trump Russia won’t retreat from Ukraine objectives

Trump and Putin hold sixth phone conversation this year

President Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump continue diplomatic communications amid Ukraine conflict, with recent phone calls addressing war goals and weapons shipments.

Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ slashes Medicaid, boosts ICE funding

Megabill funds ICE at historic levels while cutting health coverage

The United States faces a massive tax and spending bill that slashes Medicaid benefits for millions, extends tax cuts favoring the wealthy, and funds Immigration and Customs Enforcement at record levels.

Supreme Court to hear cases on transgender athlete bans in women’s sports

SCOTUS to decide legality of bans on transgender students in sports

The Supreme Court agrees to hear pivotal cases related to bans on transgender athletes participating in girls’ and women’s sports, signaling a major cultural and legal battle ahead.

FDA issues highest risk warning for blueberry recall over listeria

12,000 pounds of blueberries recalled amid listeria risk alert

The US government faces the highest risk recall on blueberries due to listeria contamination, prompting a nationwide product recall amid serious health concerns.

Trump’s US-Vietnam trade deal targets Chinese tariff evasion

New trade pact with Vietnam sets stage for tensions with China

The political and economic impact of President Trump's latest trade deal with Vietnam aims to curb Chinese tariff evasion but raises friction with China as global trading dynamics shift.

Ferry sinks near Bali leaving 4 dead and dozens missing

Rescuers search for survivors after ferry disaster off Bali coast

Multiple fatalities occur as a ferry sinks off the coast of Bali, Indonesia, prompting a large-scale rescue operation amid uncertain casualty figures.

Michael Madsen, ‘Kill Bill’ and ‘Reservoir Dogs’ star, dies at 67

Hollywood mourns Michael Madsen’s death at 67

Actor Michael Madsen, known for his roles in iconic Quentin Tarantino films, passes away at 67, triggering widespread tributes across Hollywood and fans worldwide.