Trump Scores Big Win: Keeps Command Over California National Guard
Appeals courts deliver multiple victories for President Trump in his fight with Governor Gavin Newsom over control of National Guard troops deployed in Los Angeles amid immigration protests, affirming presidential authority and halting state challenges.
24 Hours Trump scores big court win over California guard clash + Trump to decide on Iran strike within two weeks + Israel and Iran exchange strikes as war escalates + Appeals court lets Trump control California National Guard + Record heatwave sweeps across major US cities + Hurricane Erick hits Mexico with deadly force + Darden Restaurants beats earnings, forecasts growth + Iran refuses talks until Israeli attacks stop + Pro-Palestinian activists breach UK airbase, damage jets + Chris Brown pleads not guilty in London assault case + Federal judge blocks Trump tying funds to immigration compliance + MPs pass historic assisted dying bill in UK + Russian drones kill and wound civilians in Ukraine attacks + Massive drug smuggling tunnel found under US-Mexico border + Trump rages after poll shows approval slipping + Los Angeles Dodgers deny ICE agents access to stadium + Biden speaks out against historical erasure on Juneteenth + UK holds emergency talks with Iran over escalating conflict + Trump delays decision on Iran military strike + Texas man charged with planning attack during LA riots
Number 23 - Number of Palestinians killed near Gaza aid site by Israeli forces
Quote "There is no room for negotiations with the U.S. until Israeli aggression stops" — Iran’s foreign minister

Trump Scores Big Win in National Guard Clash with Newsom
Appeals Court Lets Trump Maintain National Guard Control in California
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Trump’s Control of California Guard
President Donald Trump scores major legal victories in his battle with California Governor Gavin Newsom over control of the National Guard. Multiple federal appeals courts uphold Trump's authority to maintain command over troops deployed in Los Angeles amid immigration protests and unrest.

Israel and Iran Exchange Strikes in Escalating War
Iran’s Foreign Minister Meets European Officials Amid War Fears
Trump to decide on US role in Israel-Iran war within two weeks
Tensions between Israel and Iran escalate into a week-long conflict with missile strikes and military attacks. International diplomatic talks are underway as President Trump delays a final decision on potential U.S. military involvement. The conflict raises global security and economic concerns.

Trump to decide on Iran strike within two weeks
White House: Trump will decide on Iran in ‘next 2 weeks’
President Trump will decide on intervening in Iran in two weeks
President Trump delays decision on military action against Iran, setting a two-week timeline amid diplomatic efforts. The White House navigates criticism and maintains pressure on Iran's nuclear program while the global community watches closely.

Hurricane Erick Pounds Mexican Coast, Causes Death and Damage
Mexico Assesses Damage as Hurricane Erick Weakens
Record-Shattering Heat Wave Sweeps US Cities
Major weather events impact North America and Mexico, including Hurricane Erick causing fatalities and damage in Mexico, and a record-setting heat wave sweeping across the US, prompting health warnings.

MPs Pass Historic Assisted Dying Bill in UK
Judge Halts Trump Plan Tying Transportation Funds to Immigration Enforcement
Federal Judge Blocks Trump from Linking State Funds to ICE Cooperation
In US politics, the landmark assisted dying bill passes in the UK Parliament, signaling major changes for terminally ill adults. In the US, legal battles over immigration enforcement tactics and National Guard control continue to unfold, with mixed reactions from lawmakers and courts.

Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty to London Nightclub Assault
Singer Chris Brown Denies 2023 Bottle Attack Charge
Chris Brown Not Guilty Plea in London Assault Case
Entertainment and celebrity news, including Chris Brown pleading not guilty in London assault case and Danny Boyle's film techniques, were reviewed but many entertainment items were excluded for low urgency or relevance.

Aflac Cyber Breach May Expose Health Data and SSNs
Half-Mile Drug-Smuggling Tunnel Discovered on US-Mexico Border
Border Patrol Shuts Down 3,000-Foot Drug Tunnel Under Border
Cybersecurity concerns rise with Aflac breach exposing sensitive customer data and the discovery of a massive drug smuggling tunnel under the US-Mexico border, raising alarms about growing threats to US security and enforcement.

Futures Rise as Trump Delays Iran Strike Decision
US Stock Futures Edge Up Amid Middle East Uncertainty
Stock Market Volatile on Israel-Iran Conflict and US Moves
Stock markets show volatility amid the escalating Israel-Iran conflict and uncertainty over US involvement. Futures fluctuate as investors react to Trump's two-week decision timeframe and geopolitical tensions shake markets.

Assaults on ICE Officers Spike 500 Percent Amid Raids
Federal Judge Blocks Trump from Tying State Funds to ICE Cooperation
ICE Agents Denied Access to Dodgers Stadium Amid Raid Backlash
US federal agencies and immigration enforcement face escalating tensions, including ICE's increased raids, obstruction lawsuits, and public controversies. Various officials face attacks and legal battles, highlighting rising domestic unrest related to immigration policies.

GOP Divided Over Iran Strikes as Trump Sets Two-Week Deadline
Senate Conservatives Demand Changes to Trump’s Megabill
Senate GOP Battles on Trump’s Budget and War Powers
Legal and political divisions grow within the GOP and Democrats over Trump's policies, Iran war decisions, and the upcoming megabill, reflecting fractures in party unity and challenges ahead for leadership and legislation.

Rockslide Kills 1, Injures 3 in Canadian Rockies
Mass Casualty Tear Gas Incident Hits Berlin Primary School
Netflix Star Killed in Hamptons Hit-and-Run Crash
Natural disasters and accidents cause casualties and damage worldwide, including rockslides in Canada killing hikers, mass casualties from tear gas attack in Berlin, and a hit-and-run killing Netflix star Sara Burack in the Hamptons.

Meta Unveils Oakley Smart Glasses with 3K Video Capture
SpaceX Starship Explodes Again in Texas Test
Nvidia Invests in Bill Gates’ Nuclear Energy Startup
Tech and AI developments advance as Meta unveils new Oakley smart glasses with 3K video recording and Nvidia invests in nuclear energy for AI. Meanwhile, SpaceX faces setbacks with repeated Starship rocket explosions.

Trump Launches Trump Mobile Phone Service
Trump Signs Order to Extend TikTok Ban Deadline
Senate Republicans Clash Over Trump’s War Powers and Budget
In U.S. political moves, President Trump launches a self-branded mobile service and extends TikTok ban deadline. Congressional Republicans push controversial bills, while debates over immigration and war powers intensify.

Armenian PM to Meet Erdogan in Rare Turkey Visit
Spain Rejects Major NATO Defense Spending Hike, Summit in Doubt
NATO Summit Hangs in Balance as Spain Resists Spending Hike
Major international political developments include Armenia and Turkey moving toward diplomatic normalization with a historic visit, and Spain’s rejection of increased NATO defense spending, casting doubt on upcoming summit success.

Diddy Trial ‘Drug Mule’ Expected to Testify Next
Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty in London Assault Case
Wisconsin Judge Trial Delayed Amid Serious Charges
High-profile trials capture attention: the ongoing Diddy sex trafficking case sees the alleged ‘drug mule’ testify after a pause; Chris Brown pleads not guilty in London assault; and a Wisconsin judge’s trial is delayed amid assault charges.

Drinking Water Contaminated with Toxic Forever Chemicals in UK
Study Finds More Microplastics in Glass Bottles Than Plastic
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Triggers Recall of Ready Meals
Environmental and health alerts arise as studies reveal high microplastic levels in glass bottled drinks, the danger of forever chemicals in water supplies, and a deadly listeria outbreak leads to food recalls.

Israeli Consul Calls Iranian Ayatollahs ‘Nazis of Our Time’
Bernie Sanders Says Netanyahu ‘Wrong’ on Iran War
Multiple political figures and commentators issue strong statements amid rising tensions: Barack Obama warns America is close to losing democracy, Israeli officials call Iranian leaders Nazis, and Bernie Sanders criticizes Netanyahu’s war push.

Teen Struck by Lightning in Central Park, New York
Florida Dad Arrested After Toddler Dies in Hot Car
Dangerous Heat and Fires Spread Across US and France
Natural disasters and public safety incidents highlight dangers: lightning strikes teens in Central Park, a Florida toddler dies in hot car neglect case, and wildfires and heat advisories spread across parts of the US and Europe.

US Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee’s Transgender Care Ban
UK Parliament Debates Assisted Dying Bill in Critical Vote
Daily Caller Exposes Easy Access to Unsafe Abortion Pills
US Supreme Court and legal rulings impact controversial social issues including assisted dying laws, gender-affirming care, and abortion pill access, sparking debates on legal standards and health policies across the country.
Minnesota Lawmaker Shot Nine Times in Targeted Attack
Suspect Charged with Plot to Attack Officers During LA Riots
San Antonio Jewish Center Threat Suspect Arrested
Federal and local law enforcement face challenges amid rising political violence and hate crimes, including shootings of public officials, suspect arrests in violent plots, and increased threats targeting Jewish sites and officials.

Darden Restaurants Beats Estimates, Predicts 2026 Growth
Darden Lifts Sales Forecast, Beats Quarterly Numbers
South Korea’s SK Group to Build $5B AI Data Center with AWS
Major corporate developments include Darden Restaurants surpassing earnings estimates with optimistic forecasts, and major investments in AI infrastructure and data centers rising across Europe and the US, advancing technology and economic growth.
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