Trump Slaps Brazil With Crushing 50% Tariff Amid Bolsonaro ‘Witch Hunt’
President Donald Trump escalates trade war, imposing a steep 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, citing political retaliation for the prosecution of ally Jair Bolsonaro, igniting fresh tensions and threats of retaliation in global markets.
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Trump Slaps Brazil With 50% Tariff Amid Bolsonaro Probe
Trump Hits Brazil With 50 Percent Tariff While Citing Support for Bolsonaro
Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50%, citing 'witch hunt' trial against Bolsonaro
President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 50% tariff on imports from Brazil, citing the prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro and accusing the country of unfair trade practices. This move has escalated the ongoing trade tensions and prompted threats of retaliation from Brazil.

Russia fires record barrage of drones and missiles at Ukraine
Russia hits Kyiv with more missiles and drones, causing fires and injuring at least 10
Kyiv hit by new massive Russian drone attack, Ukraine officials say
Russia has launched a record barrage of drones and missiles targeting Ukraine's capital Kyiv, causing fires and injuries amid ongoing conflict. The attacks represent an escalation in the war as the US resumes some weapons deliveries to Ukraine after a brief pause.

6 Secret Service agents suspended over Trump assassination attempt
Six Secret Service agents suspended over conduct during attempted Trump assassination
Secret Service suspended six personnel without pay following Trump assassination attempt
Six U.S. Secret Service agents have been suspended without pay in connection to their conduct during the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump last year. This disciplinary action follows internal reviews highlighting operational failures in security.

US measles cases hit highest level in 33 years
The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades
U.S. measles cases hit highest level in 33 years, CDC reports
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control report that the U.S. is experiencing its worst year of measles cases in over three decades, with 1,288 cases reported so far in 2025. This resurgence raises public health concerns.

Linda Yaccarino resigns as X CEO after AI scandal
X CEO Linda Yaccarino Steps Down in Surprise Move
X CEO Resigns a Day After Grok AI Debacle
Linda Yaccarino has announced her resignation as CEO of Elon Musk's social media platform X, following a turbulent tenure marked by controversies including the AI chatbot Grok's antisemitic posts. The departure raises questions about the platform's future direction.

Philadelphia workers and city reach deal to end strike
Philadelphia city workers reach tentative agreement to end strike
Philly Trash Standoff Ends as Union Reaches Tentative Deal
Philadelphia city workers, including sanitation and 911 dispatchers, have reached a deal to end a strike that halted trash pickup and other municipal services, easing a major disruption for the city.

Former CIA Director John Brennan clueless about FBI probe
Ex-CIA Director John Brennan says he’s had no contact with feds amid FBI probe
Brennan says he's 'clueless' about why FBI wants to investigate him
Former CIA Director John Brennan claims he is ‘clueless’ about the FBI investigation into him amid wider probes of political figures tied to the Trump-Russia affair. The Justice Department is reportedly looking into him and former FBI Director James Comey.

US resumes some weapons shipments to Ukraine
U.S. resumes sending some weapons to Ukraine, official says
Trump administration resumes sending some weapons to Ukraine after Pentagon pause
U.S. weapons shipments to Ukraine have resumed after a pause by the Pentagon, as fighting intensifies with massive Russian drone and missile attacks on Kyiv. The resumption highlights U.S. support amid escalating conflict.

Trump taps Sean Duffy as interim NASA chief
Trump taps Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator
Trump Names Musk Foe Interim Head of NASA After Ditching Billionaire’s Ally
Transport Secretary Sean Duffy has been appointed interim NASA administrator by President Donald Trump after the original nominee was dropped. This marks a reshuffle in top NASA leadership amid agency budget cuts and restructuring.

Supreme Court clears way for Trump admin federal layoffs
Breaking down Supreme Court ruling on mass federal layoffs
Supreme Court won't lift injunction against Florida's immigration law
The U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to proceed with mass federal layoffs as part of efforts to reshape the government workforce, overturning lower court injunctions against the layoffs.

Texas flood death toll climbs to 119 with 173 missing
Texas flooding death toll climbs to 119 as search for more people continues
Central Texas flood casualties rise to 118 killed 172 missing
Texas continues to suffer from catastrophic flooding following record rainfall, with death tolls rising above 119 and hundreds missing as rescue operations continue. Officials debate preparedness and response delays.

Nvidia hits $4 trillion market cap amid AI boom
Chipmaker Nvidia becomes most valuable company at $4 trillion
NVIDIA hits historic $4 trillion value on AI dominance
Tech company Nvidia has hit a historic market capitalization of $4 trillion amid soaring interest in AI technologies. The company's shares have surged following record-breaking performance and investor enthusiasm.

Zohran Mamdani leads NYC mayor race by 10 points
Mamdani backpedals on police defund rhetoric
Democratic Socialist Mamdani gains ground in NYC race
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, holds a commanding 10-point lead as polls show incumbent Mayor Eric Adams trailing in fourth place, indicating a potential political upset in the upcoming election.

DOJ subpoenas doctors over gender-affirming care for minors
Justice Department sends subpoenas to gender-affirming clinics
Trump's Justice Department targets doctors, clinics for transgender procedures
The Justice Department has issued subpoenas to more than 20 doctors and clinics performing gender-affirming care on minors as part of an investigation into transgender medical procedures, highlighting federal scrutiny on such practices.

The drone factories fueling Russia’s unprecedented assaults on Ukraine
Patriot missile stockpile a fraction of Pentagon needs as Trump arms Ukraine
Russia’s summer push targets three fronts amid stern resistance
Russian drone attacks on Ukraine surge to unprecedented levels, increasing strain on Ukrainian defenses. The U.S. faces challenges in maintaining sufficient missile stockpiles as it continues to provide military aid to Ukraine.

Trump praises Brennan and Comey probe reports: ‘Maybe they have to pay a price’
Trump celebrates FBI probe into Comey and Brennan
Trump blasts Comey Brennan: ‘Crooked as hell’
Former FBI Director James Comey and CIA Director John Brennan are under criminal investigation by the Trump administration related to alleged misconduct. This investigation fuels ongoing political tensions and claims of government weaponization.

Supreme Court won't revive aggressive Florida immigration law
New Supreme Court ruling blocks Florida immigration enforcement
The Supreme Court has blocked Florida from enforcing a controversial immigration law that criminalizes illegal immigration, maintaining federal authority over immigration enforcement and upholding judicial blocks in several states.

Jeffrey Epstein files scandal puts Trump under scrutiny
FBI opens investigation into Comey and Brennan for 2016 probe
DOJ subpoenas more than 20 gender-affirming care doctors clinics
Multiple investigations and political upheavals continue, including FBI probes into former officials, controversies around Jeffrey Epstein files, and disputes over immigration enforcement policies.

Trump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president
Trump meets presidents of 5 African nations in bid to boost trade
Trump praises Liberia leader’s English, the country’s official language
President Trump held a multilateral meeting with West African leaders, praising the Liberian president's English, and discussing trade and development opportunities amid ongoing political discussions.

Bishop in California frees Catholics from Mass due to ICE fears
Los Angeles Mayor Bass sues Trump admin to protect illegal aliens
San Bernardino bishop allows Catholics to skip Mass over ICE raids
The Trump administration faces backlash and criticism over its handling of immigration raids and deportations, including Catholic bishops allowing parishioners to miss mass over ICE fears and legal battles involving immigration enforcement.

Microsoft pledges $4 billion toward AI education
OpenAI challenges Google Chrome with AI-powered browser
Perplexity launches AI web browser Comet
Nvidia continues tech dominance with AI developments; Microsoft commits billions to AI education; OpenAI and startup Perplexity release AI-powered browsers; AI technology impacts various sectors amid cybersecurity concerns.

Trump DOJ sues California over trans athletes in girls’ sports
Former White House doctor refuses to testify in GOP probe
Supreme Court declines to let Florida enforce immigration crackdown
Federal and state governments face challenges adjusting policies amid political shifts in immigration, health, and education; Supreme Court rulings impact enforcement laws; legislative actions target social policies and agency operations.
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