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Admiral Drops Bombshell: All 11 on Struck Boat Were Approved Targets

A senior naval admiral told lawmakers that every person on the September struck vessel was on an approved military target list, intensifying calls for full transparency and pushing Congress to demand release of the contested strike video

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164 - Tremors recorded in Alaska in 24 hours after a magnitude 7 quake

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"The second boat strike was essentially murder" — Sen. Tammy Duckworth

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Admiral: All 11 on Struck Boat Were Approved Targets

Fresh disclosures and testimony have intensified scrutiny of U.S. strikes on suspected drug smuggling boats. A senior naval admiral told lawmakers everyone on one struck vessel had been designated as a military target, while Democrats press for release of strike footage and Defense officials defend continued operations.

Himes: Hegseth Has Zero Credibility on Boat Strikes

Bipartisan anger and accusations are mounting on Capitol Hill over the Caribbean strikes. Key lawmakers blasted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's credibility, labelled the follow up strike as tantamount to murder, and demanded transparency through video release.

Hegseth: War Department Will Not Be Distracted

The Defense Secretary's conduct and internal communications remain under fire. Hegseth defended an 'America first' strategy even as some Democrats call for his removal and he repeatedly stopped short of committing to release contested strike footage.

Supreme Court Agrees to Revisit 90 Year Ruling on Presidential Power

The Supreme Court is poised to revisit century old precedents that shape presidential authority. Chief Justice Roberts has already intervened in lower court rulings, setting the stage for a major test of executive power that could reshape federal governance.

Supreme Court Blocks Automatic Citizenship for Non Jewish Children of Immigrants

A high profile legal fight over birthright citizenship is moving through the courts. The cases directly challenge the scope of citizenship by birth and the Trump administration's executive orders on the issue.

Netanyahu: Israel and Hamas Set to Enter Second Phase of Ceasefire Soon

Diplomatic shuffling around Gaza continues as Israel and Hamas prepare to move into the next phase of a ceasefire. Senior Hamas officials say they could discuss freezing or storing weapons, while secret talks aim to rebuild ties between regional players.

Zelensky Says He Had Long Substantive Call With Kushner and Witkoff

Diplomacy and combat continued to collide as US mediated peace efforts press forward and Russia stepped up attacks. Ukrainian officials report substantive talks even as Russian strikes keep pounding cities and energy infrastructure.

Nuclear Risks Mount at Chernobyl After Russian Strike

Damage to nuclear containment at Chernobyl has raised alarms after Russian strikes and drone activity. The UN and watchdogs warn the protective shield's integrity is compromised even as radiation monitors show mixed short term results.

Soldiers on State TV Announce They Have Seized Power in Benin

An apparent coup attempt in Benin triggered an immediate regional response. Soldiers announced a takeover on state TV while the government and regional forces moved to reassert control and secure the capital.

Paramilitary Drone Attack Kills 50 in Kordofan Including 33 Children

Brutal drone and air attacks in Sudan have struck civilian targets, including schools and kindergartens. Humanitarian groups warn of a deepening crisis as casualties mount and disappearances continue.

Indonesia Flood Death Toll Tops 900 as Hundreds Remain Missing

Flooding across Indonesia has produced catastrophic losses with the death toll rising into the hundreds. Authorities continue search and rescue operations as communities reel from the scale of the disaster.

Nightclub Fire in Goa Kills at Least 25

A nightclub blaze in Goa killed dozens and left authorities investigating safety breaches. The deaths include tourists and locals and have prompted urgent inquiries from state officials.

Harvard Scientist Suggests Interstellar Comet 3I ATLAS Could Be Artificial

Unusual readings and images from an interstellar object continue to fuel debate among astrophysicists. NASA published new pictures after an anomalous 'heartbeat' detection while some scientists publicly speculate about non natural origins.

Magnitude 7.0 Quake Triggers Over 160 Aftershocks in Alaska

A magnitude 7.0 quake in the Alaska wilderness set off a torrent of aftershocks. Authorities monitored hundreds of tremors while officials confirmed no tsunami warnings were triggered in the immediate aftermath.

Kīlauea Eruption Destroys Camera Recording 38th Eruption of Year

Hawaii's Kīlauea continues frequent eruptions that have damaged monitoring equipment. Live cameras have captured dramatic lava fountains even as instruments are lost to flowing lava.

Treasury Secretary Bessent Predicts 3% GDP Growth This Year

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent offered upbeat growth forecasts while also facing scrutiny over personal divestments. Officials promoted robust holiday spending even as farmers face pressure and Bessent moved to divest his soybean holdings.

China Readies Rare Earths 'Trump Card' Against Trade Pressure

Trade tensions and threats of tariffs are reshaping global supply chains. Beijing's leverage over rare earths and European pressure on Chinese surpluses are colliding with U.S. assessments that Beijing is broadly complying with trade commitments.

$1B Fraud in Minnesota Spurs Scrutiny of Somali Community

A sprawling fraud scandal in Minnesota has heightened political and enforcement tensions. Authorities say hundreds of millions have been stolen, ICE and Trump administration officials defended enforcement actions, and Rep. Ilhan Omar warned against conflating fraud with terrorism.

Trump Rips Pardoned Rep Henry Cuellar as Disloyal

President Trump's surprise pardon of Rep Henry Cuellar has spiraled into public recrimination. The president publicly attacked Cuellar after pardoning him, denouncing the congressman for remaining a Democrat and provoking intra party turmoil.

Ukraine Says Sea Drones Are Forcing Russian Retreats

Ukraine's use of sea drones is emerging as a potent tactic against Russian naval forces. Kyiv says the uncrewed campaign has forced Russian retreats and plans to scale up operations next year.

Swedish Navy Reports Almost Weekly Encounters with Russian Submarines

Northern European waters and Russian military cooperation with China are flashing new signs of tension. Sweden reports an uptick in submarine encounters while Beijing and Moscow hold expanded anti missile drills on Russian soil.

Firefighter Killed Battling Out of Control Bushfires North of Sydney

Out of control bushfires north of Sydney have cost at least one firefighter's life and prompted broad evacuation orders. Authorities warn residents to remain on alert as blazes rage across multiple fronts.

X Cuts Off European Commission Ad Account After €120 Million Fine

The European Commission's €120 million fine of X has triggered a public spat and swift retaliation from the platform. X suspended the Commission's ad account while critics and supporters traded accusations over free speech and enforcement.

Russia Launches Drone and Missile Strikes as Talks Continue

Russian air and missile strikes continued across Ukraine even as diplomats pushed talks forward. Attacks have hit transport hubs and infrastructure, leaving civilians dead and complicating ceasefire and peace efforts.

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