Israel Declares Gaza City Combat Zone — Major Offensive Underway
Israel has launched initial waves of attack on Gaza City, officially declaring it a combat zone and suspending humanitarian aid. The military recovered bodies of hostages amid growing violence, marking a critical escalation in the Gaza conflict.
Number 2.9% - Core US inflation rate increase in July 2025, signaling persistent price pressures.
Quote "You can’t be MAGA if you’re anti-Israel" — Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu

Minneapolis shooter kills 2 children, wounds 18 in Catholic school attack
Shooter ‘obsessed with killing children’ in fatal Minneapolis attack
Minnesota shooter expressed hate for nearly every group, US attorney says
Violence erupted at a Minneapolis Catholic school when a transgender shooter opened fire, resulting in two child deaths and multiple injuries. Investigations reveal the shooter's hatred for various groups, obsession with killing children, and mental health struggles. The tragedy sparks national debates on gun control, transgender issues, and prayer responses.

Trump cancels Kamala Harris' Secret Service protection
Trump revokes Harris' Secret Service detail extended by Biden
Trump ends Kamala Harris' Secret Service protections
President Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, a move that has sparked multiple reports and official confirmations. This action includes previous extensions initiated under the Biden administration and reflects ongoing political tensions.

Fed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over firing attempt
Trump lodges criminal referral against Fed's Lisa Cook
Second criminal referral filed amid Fed standoff with Lisa Cook
The Federal Reserve faces turmoil as President Trump attempts to fire Governor Lisa Cook, sparking legal battles and criminal referrals. The case challenges presidential authority over the independent central bank, highlighting broader economic and political tensions.

Israel declares Gaza City combat zone, halts humanitarian pauses
Israeli military begins initial stages of Gaza City assault
Bodies of Hamas hostages recovered in Gaza by Israeli forces
The Israeli military has declared Gaza City a combat zone amid launching an initial wave of attacks. Hostage bodies have been recovered, and humanitarian aid pauses have been suspended. The situation intensifies amid pressures over Gaza’s humanitarian crisis and ongoing military operations.

UK blocks Israeli officials from London defense expo
UK government bars Israeli delegation from major arms fair
British government blocks Israeli officials from defense show
UK and European powers push back against Israel over Gaza conflict by barring Israeli officials from defense shows and arms expos. The move highlights diplomatic tensions amid the military escalation in Gaza and international debates over the conflict and humanitarian issues.

Trump ends 'de minimis' tariff loophole for small packages
US tariffs now apply to millions of low-value parcels
End of de minimis exemption shakes global shipping markets
The Trump administration ends the 'de minimis' tariff exemption for small packages, affecting millions of low-value shipments to the U.S. This sparks logistical challenges, price increases, and trade disruptions globally, impacting e-commerce, small businesses, and supply chains.

CDC director ousted amid agency turmoil and resignations
Senior CDC officials resign following director's firing
CDC rocked by leadership shakeup, staff protests
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention faces unprecedented turmoil with the firing of its director Susan Monarez and the resignation of senior staff. The agency’s stability and public health mission are at risk amid political interference and leadership chaos.

JD Vance takes time to pray for children killed in shooting
Vance calls out media on 'thoughts and prayers' after shooting
Vance leads crowd in prayer for shooting victims
The Minneapolis Catholic school shooting results in national debate over gun laws, prayer, and transgender issues. Vice President JD Vance and others defend prayer and criticize media responses following the tragedy.

Trump administration plans major immigration crackdown in Chicago
Federal base near Chicago requested for immigration operation support
Trump orders major ICE surge targeting Chicago area
President Trump increases immigration enforcement efforts targeting Chicago, signaling a massive federal crackdown including requests for military base support and deployment of ICE agents. This is part of a broader administration focus on immigration policy and law enforcement.

Two firefighters arrested by Border Patrol amid Washington wildfire
Federal agents detain firefighters battling state wildfire
Border Patrol arrests fire crew members at Washington wildfire site
The localized U.S. wildfires in Washington state lead to Border Patrol arrests of contract firefighters, sparking criticism from politicians and agencies over immigration enforcement at disaster sites.

Europe moves to reimpose sanctions on Iran for nuclear violations
UK, France, Germany trigger ‘snapback’ sanctions on Iran
European powers sanction Iran amid nuclear program concerns
The U.S. and European nations move to reimpose sanctions on Iran over nuclear violations, aiming to pressure Tehran to comply with international agreements. Diplomatic tensions rise amid ongoing concerns about Iran's missile programs and economic activities.

FDA authorizes updated COVID vaccines with limited use
CVS delays offering COVID vaccines in 16 states
Federal officials narrow approved COVID vaccine groups
The Biden administration reveals updated COVID-19 vaccination approvals and distribution plans, focusing on narrower groups, while CVS hesitates to offer shots in multiple states pending federal guidance.

Mainstream media omit shooter’s trans identity in coverage
Media debate rages over transgender shooter’s pronouns
Experts criticize media’s silence on mass shootings by trans individuals
The Minnesota shooting sparks national debate on transgender issues, mass shootings, and media coverage, with criticism about political narratives and the media's handling of the perpetrator’s identity.

Core inflation steady but ticks higher in July report
US markets pause after inflation data release
Stock futures dip ahead of inflation report
The US economic outlook shows mixed signals with inflation holding steady but core inflation ticking up, while markets react to Federal Reserve rate policies and important economic indicators.

Xi, Putin, and Kim to lead historic military parade in China
China hosts parade attended by Russia and North Korean leaders
Chinese military event marks alliance with Russia and North Korea
China, Russia, and North Korea prepare for a joint military parade in Beijing, signaling unity among nations opposing Western hegemony and showcasing their diplomatic and military cooperation.

European defense chiefs vow pressure after deadly Kyiv strike
Kyiv mourns 23 dead as brutal Russian attacks continue
Russia ignores warnings, continues strikes on Ukrainian capital
European defense leaders, outraged by Russian strike on Kyiv that killed civilians and children, pledge to increase pressure on Moscow to end the war in Ukraine amid ongoing high-profile attacks.

US notifies Congress of $825M missile sale to Ukraine
Arms deal strengthens Ukraine's defense amid Russian assaults
Kyiv mourns victims as fighting escalates in Ukraine conflict
The U.S. government announces nearly $1 billion arms sale to Ukraine, including missile guidance systems, as Kyiv faces ongoing military pressure with high civilian casualties from Russian attacks.

Chicago schools approve budget with $200M high-interest loan
Newsom increases special law enforcement teams amid crime surge
Mayor Adams to deploy 1,000 cops to Bronx after shooting surge
The Chicago public schools approve a 2025-26 budget incorporating a $200 million high-interest loan despite concerns, while federal and city officials ramp up law enforcement presence in crime-stricken areas.

CDC director fired after refusing to resign; agency in chaos
Senior CDC officials resign amid leadership turmoil
RFK Jr.'s vaccine policies spark walkout at CDC headquarters
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention faces deep internal strife as senior officials resign or are fired during a leadership shakeup sparked by politicized vaccine policies under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

US senators arrive in Taiwan amid China tensions
Taiwan gets serious on defense as senators visit under fire
China decries US senators' Taiwan trip as sovereignty threat
Multiple U.S. Senators, including prominent Republicans, visit Taiwan to discuss security and economic cooperation amidst heightened tensions with China, which condemns the visits as provocations.

Federal agents detain Washington wildfire firefighters
Border Patrol arrests fire crew during Olympic Peninsula blaze
Politicians criticize arrests of firefighters at wildfire
Two firefighters working to combat a wildfire in Washington state are arrested by U.S. Border Patrol agents, sparking criticism from politicians and agencies about the approach to immigration enforcement during disaster response operations.

Trump mandates classical style for all federal buildings
President Trump pushes 'making federal architecture beautiful again'
Federal building designs to switch to traditional styles under Trump
President Donald Trump orders federal buildings to adopt classical architectural styles, aiming to restore traditional aesthetics in government structures and reflecting his personal preferences on national heritage in public construction.
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