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Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate are arrested in Miami as British authorities seek extradition on 59 total charges of rape and sex trafficking.
The U.S. Marshals Service arrested influencer brothers Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate in Miami on Saturday following an extradition request from the United Kingdom. The brothers, who are dual British an…
The administration launched airstrikes against Iran to punish the country for killing two American service members in a recent attack in Jordan.
The administration launched a series of airstrikes against Iran to "swiftly punish" the Revolutionary Guard for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members, left one missing, and inju…
President Trump threatened Canada with additional tariffs after wildfires produced hazardous smoke across the Midwest and Northeast U.S.
President Trump threatened to impose additional tariffs on Canada on Friday, blaming the northern neighbor for failing to contain the wildfires currently producing heavy smoke across the United States…
The FBI is investigating the disappearance and death of Nolan Wells after he went missing during a July 4 boat trip.
The FBI is assisting in the investigation of Nolan Wells, who was found dead off Horn Island on July 6 after going missing during a July 4 boat trip. Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter confirmed th…
David Brouillette is identified as the ICE officer who fatally shot an illegal immigrant in Maine amid calls for better vetting.
David Brouillette is the Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who fatally shot 25-year-old Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford, Maine. While federal officials have not officially confir…
Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding impacted the New York City metropolitan area on Saturday, bringing heavy rain and clearing wildfire smoke.
Severe thunderstorms and heavy downpours impacted the New York City metropolitan area on Saturday, triggering flash flood warnings across New York, New Jersey, and Westchester County. The storm system…
Rep. Ralph Norman announced his candidacy for the South Carolina Senate seat to succeed the late Lindsey Graham.
Rep. Ralph Norman announced on Saturday that he will run in the special primary election to replace the late GOP Senator Lindsey Graham. The announcement comes despite the fact that the administration…
President Trump claims China acquired 220 million U.S. voter files in what he called the largest compromise of election data in history.
President Trump stated that China conducted the largest compromise of election data in history by illicitly acquiring 220 million U.S. voter files. The administration highlighted that China now posses…
Graham Platner ended his campaign for the Maine Senate seat, prompting a rush for a replacement on the general election ballot.
Graham Platner officially ended his campaign for the Maine Senate seat, creating an immediate need for a replacement on the general election ballot. The departure follows a series of quick-fire debate…
Sheri Polster Chappell requires official evidence to confirm if the "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center is permanently closed.
U.S. District Judge Sheri Polster Chappell has ordered state or federal officials to provide formal evidence regarding the permanent closure of the "Alligator Alcatraz" detention facility. While the s…
David Crowley reenters the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary after receiving a major endorsement from outgoing Governor Tony Evers.
David Crowley has reentered the Wisconsin Democratic primary for governor after briefly withdrawing his candidacy to support Sara Rodriguez. The Milwaukee County executive returned to the race on Satu…
Portland Police arrest four Seattle teenagers following a violent gas station robbery and shooting in Northeast Portland.
Portland Police arrested four teenagers from Seattle following a gas station shooting in Northeast Portland on Friday morning. The suspects were linked to a string of violent crimes occurring througho…
The National Hurricane Center has increased the probability of a tropical depression forming from Invest 91L in the northeastern Gulf.
The National Hurricane Center has raised the odds of a tropical depression developing from Invest 91L to 60% over the next 48 hours. The system is currently producing widespread showers and thundersto…
The administration launched new strikes on Iran to punish the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps after two US service members were killed in Jordan.
The administration launched new strikes on Iran to "swiftly punish" the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) following Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks that killed two US service member…
President Trump gives Darline Graham his complete and total endorsement to run for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by her late brother.
The administration announced that Darline Graham has the president's full support to run for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by her late brother, Lindsey Graham. President Trump stated that Darline G…
The administration rescinds the "harm" rule under the Endangered Species Act to streamline wildlife protection and reduce regulatory burdens.
The administration announced the formal rescission of the "harm" rule under the Endangered Species Act, a move that shifts how the federal government defines what constitutes a threat to wildlife. For…
David Steiner and the U.S. Postal Service receive a temporary legal victory as a federal appeals court allows a new mail-in voting rule to proceed.
The administration announced a significant legal win on Friday as a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., put on hold a lower court ruling that had blocked the U.S. Postal Service from implementi…
Joseph Charles Henrichsen and his son were arrested after holding two U.S. Forest Service workers hostage in a California national forest.
Joseph Charles Henrichsen and his son, Phoenix Henrichsen, were taken into custody after a multi-agency standoff in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The two men were arrested following a situation …
Heavy rains across Central Texas cause widespread flooding and two deaths, though the death toll remains significantly lower than last year's disaster.
Heavy rains across Central and South Texas caused significant flash flooding this week, resulting in two deaths and hundreds of rescues. While the Guadalupe River rose to nearly 38 feet in some areas,…
Lake Travis reaches 100% capacity for the first time since 2019 as heavy rains fill the reservoir.
Lake Travis has reached 100% capacity for the first time since 2019 following a period of heavy rainfall in Central Texas. The Lower Colorado River Authority reported that the reservoir, which serves …
Markwayne Mullin warns of potential prison time for state officials who fail to comply with the administration's noncitizen voter roll audits.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced that the administration is seeking to standardize how states identify noncitizens on voter rolls to ensure election integrity. During a news conf…
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was killed by ICE agents in a Houston traffic stop that sparked a debate over whether his van contained narcotics.
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old construction worker and longtime resident, was fatally shot by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Houston on July 7. While the administration initially…
Zohran Mamdani considers arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes during a potential visit to New York City.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is exploring whether his administration has the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the United Nations General Assembly in Sep…
The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent.
The House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act this week in a 308-117 vote, a move that would eliminate the biannual ritual of changing clocks. The legislation would keep the United S…
The administration champions the Sunshine Protection Act to eliminate the annual clock-changing ritual.
The House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to pass a measure to eliminate the annual clock-changing ritual, moving the Sunshine Protection Act closer to becoming law. The bill aims to make dayl…
Severe thunderstorms and damaging winds are expected to impact Northeast Ohio, the Tri-State area, and Connecticut on Saturday.
Severe thunderstorms are forecast to move across the Northeast and Midwest on Saturday, bringing damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and potential localized flooding. The Storm Prediction Center has plac…
President Trump reinstates the naval blockade as the US-Iran ceasefire collapses, signaling a prolonged conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
The administration announced the reinstatement of a naval blockade as the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran collapsed. This move follows a period of renewed strikes where both natio…
Annie Andrews remains focused on South Carolina Senate race following the unexpected death of Senator Lindsey Graham.
Annie Andrews, a Democratic candidate for South Carolina’s U.S. Senate, stated that the death of Senator Lindsey Graham has not altered her campaign goals. Graham, a long-serving Republican, died on J…
AIPAC stops accepting donations from 15 House Democrats who voted to cut off all military aid to Israel.
The pro-Israel lobby group AIPAC has suspended fundraising contributions for 15 House Democrats who voted in favor of a measure to eliminate all US military aid to Israel. The amendment, introduced by…
San Francisco Police Department locates sunken memorial boat Volare 130 feet below the surface near Alcatraz Island
The San Francisco Police Department announced that its Marine Unit has located the 49-foot cabin cruiser Volare, which sank on Tuesday while carrying 20 people. The vessel is resting between 120 and 1…
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act becomes law to increase the nation's housing supply and improve affordability.
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act officially became law on July 11 after the administration chose not to veto the bipartisan measure. The legislation aims to address the national housing shortage b…
President Donald Trump pushes for the passage of the SAVE America Act to federalize elections and mandate voter identification.
The administration announced a primary focus on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, also known as the SAVE America Act, which seeks to federalize elections by requiring documentary proof of …
The Ohio Fire has expanded to 1,000 acres northeast of Hailey, prompting immediate evacuations for residents in Blaine County.
The Ohio Fire, a fast-growing wildfire burning off Ohio Gulch Road, has expanded to 1,000 acres, forcing Blaine County officials to issue urgent evacuation orders. Residents in the Indian Creek zone, …
Wayne Lewis witnessed a tree narrowly miss him during severe thunderstorms that damaged homes and knocked out power across Maryland.
Wayne Lewis narrowly escaped injury on Saturday when a tree fell on his front porch during a series of severe thunderstorms that swept across Maryland. While the storm produced only 0.7 inches of rain…
The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war - AP News
The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war
The administration will impose a 25% tariff on most Brazilian goods starting July 22 to address unfair trade practices.
The administration announced a 25% tariff on most Brazilian goods, effective July 22, following a yearlong investigation into unfair trade practices. This move marks the first time Washington has util…
Severe thunderstorms and poor air quality triggered a first alert for the Philadelphia region on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
The Philadelphia region is under a first alert due to poor air quality and severe thunderstorms. While wildfire smoke is expected to improve by late morning, off-and-on thunderstorms will persist thro…
The City of Austin issued a waterway ban on Lake Austin, Lady Bird Lake, and the Colorado River until Tuesday afternoon.
The City of Austin issued a waterway ban effective Friday, July 17, to ensure public safety as floodgate operations begin. The ban remains in effect until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, covering Lake Aus…
Lieutenant Chris Houben admitted to a miscalculated turn during a controversial low-altitude Blue Angels flyover at Pensacola Beach.
Lieutenant Chris Houben, the pilot responsible for a risky, ultra-low-altitude swing over Pensacola Beach, reportedly admitted to making a mistake during the maneuver. State Representative Michelle Sa…
Bobby Corser declares a Storm Tracker 2 Weather Alert for a heat wave expected to begin Monday in the Willamette Valley.
Bobby Corser, a Storm Tracker 2 Digital Meteorologist, has declared a weather alert for an extended period of above-average temperatures starting Monday. The heat wave will see daily high temperatures…
Gretchen Whitmer faces criticism from Democratic voters for supporting a controversial $16bn datacenter project in rural Michigan.
Gretchen Whitmer is facing a potential political backlash as many Democratic voters express frustration over her support for a massive $16bn datacenter project in Saline Township. While the Michigan g…
President Trump threatens to impose new tariffs on Canada to offset the economic costs of wildfire smoke and "willful negligence."
The administration announced that Canada may face new tariffs to account for the economic impact of wildfire smoke currently blanketing much of the United States. President Trump accused the country o…
Decision Desk HQ forecasts a 75% chance that one party will achieve full control of Congress in the 2026 elections.
Decision Desk HQ released a 2026 election forecast indicating that there is a 75% probability that either Democrats or Republicans will secure control of both the U.S. House of Representatives and the…
Cindy Burbank submits official paperwork to remove her name from the Nebraska U.S. Senate ballot.
Cindy Burbank has officially filed a "declination of candidate nomination" form to be removed from the Nebraska U.S. Senate ballot for the November 3 election. The move by the Democratic nominee could…
Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal and others champion a bipartisan bill to impose sweeping sanctions on Russia’s economy and military.
Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal and several colleagues unveiled a bipartisan sanctions bill on Tuesday aimed at pressuring Moscow to reduce its revenue from the war in Ukraine. The legi…
Alan Longstreet reports that Michigan faces a dual weather threat of severe thunderstorms and lingering Canadian wildfire smoke this Saturday.
Alan Longstreet reports that Michigan residents will face a dual weather threat this Saturday as a cold front brings potential severe thunderstorms and Canadian wildfire smoke continues to impact air …
Iran threatens to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait as regional tensions escalate following a series of U.S. strikes.
Iran has signaled its intent to use the Houthi rebels to potentially close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a critical maritime gateway connecting the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea. This move follows a period …
President Trump threatens new tariffs on Canada as wildfires create a "smoke-pocalypse" across North America
The administration announced that President Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Canada to offset the "incalculable" costs of wildfire smoke damage. The smoke, caused by hundreds of active blazes…
Mitch McConnell breaks silence on mystery hospitalization and confirms he will return to the Senate to finish his term.
Mitch McConnell confirmed on Sunday that he is recovering from a fall on June 14 that left him "briefly unconscious" and hospitalized. The Kentucky Republican, who has been absent from the Senate for …
WORLD
Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms Ukrainian long-range drone strikes hit two major Wildberries logistics warehouses in Russia's Moscow and Tambov regions.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that Ukrainian long-range strikes hit two major logistics facilities belonging to the Russian online retailer Wildberries in the Moscow and Tambov regions. The strikes, w…
Mykhailo Fedorov is dismissed as Ukraine's Defence Minister following a period of successful technological reforms and a clash with the commander-in-chief.
The administration announced the dismissal of Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine's Defence Minister on July 15, ending a six-month tenure marked by significant modernization. Fedorov, who previously served a…
The administration launched new strikes on Iran to punish the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps after Iranian fire killed two US service members.
The administration launched new strikes on Iran to "swiftly punish" the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) following Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks that killed two US service member…
Delcy Rodriguez reports that the death toll from two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 5,069.
Delcy Rodriguez confirmed that the death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month reached 5,069 on Friday. The interim government reported that the number of injured individ…
Andy Burnham to become the United Kingdom’s seventh prime minister in a decade following his appointment as the new Labour leader.
Andy Burnham will officially become the United Kingdom’s seventh prime minister in a decade on Monday after replacing Sir Keir Starmer as the leader of the ruling Labour Party. The former mayor of Gre…
Volodymyr Zelensky reported that Russia launched one of the largest ballistic missile attacks of the war against the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv.
Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia launched a massive combined strike against Ukraine, utilizing over 120 attack drones and more than 40 missiles of various types. The capital city of Kyiv served a…
Tamás Sulyok signs constitutional amendment to end his presidency following a "serious loss of confidence" from the Hungarian public.
Tamás Sulyok signed a constitutional amendment on Saturday that officially ends his term as the president of Hungary. The legislation, passed by the ruling Tisza party, cites a "serious loss of confid…
President Trump stated that the United States is winning big as the administration continues to trade strikes with Iran.
President Trump stated that the United States is "winning big" in Iran as the administration continues to trade strikes with the nation. The escalation follows the collapse of a fragile truce, leading…
Xi Jinping urges international cooperation on artificial intelligence to prevent any single country from dominating the technology.
Xi Jinping called on nations to cooperate on artificial intelligence to ensure the technology remains a global public good rather than a solo performance by one country. Speaking at a major tech confe…
Israeli strikes in Gaza City killed at least nine Palestinians on Saturday as the military continues to target Hamas infrastructure.
Israeli military strikes in Gaza City killed at least nine Palestinians on Saturday, including three children. A warplane destroyed an apartment in the al-Nasr neighborhood, killing five people, while…
A landslide in Pengshui County has killed at least eight people and left 34 missing after burying residential buildings in Chongqing.
A landslide in Pengshui County killed at least eight people and left 34 missing after massive amounts of rocks and soil washed down a slope on Friday morning. The disaster buried more than 10 resident…
Japan's upper house of parliament approved a bill to relax imperial succession rules to preserve the dwindling royal family.
Japan's upper house of parliament approved a bill to relax imperial succession rules, aiming to secure the number of royal family members as the lineage ages. The legislation allows the imperial famil…
A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast on Friday, shaking Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador with no major casualties reported.
A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast on Friday morning, centered near the border of Mexico and Guatemala. The tremor was felt as far as Mexico City and El Salvador, tho…
Sonam Wangchuk is hospitalized after police forcibly removed the activist from a 20-day hunger strike in New Delhi.
Sonam Wangchuk was moved to a government hospital on Saturday after his health deteriorated during a 20-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar. The 59-year-old engineer and education reformer has been pro…
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store expressed his condolences after a massive fire destroyed over 100 homes in southern Norway.
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store sent his condolences to residents after a major fire destroyed more than 100 homes in southern Norway. The blaze, which occurred on the outskirts of Drammen, is the lar…
Miiyah Paavola and the Namaygoosisagagun First Nation community fled by boat as a fast-moving wildfire devastated their remote home.
Miiyah Paavola and the Namaygoosisagagun First Nation, also known as Collins First Nation, were forced to flee their community by boat after a fast-moving wildfire destroyed nearly all of their homes …
Ilya Remeslo is detained by Russian authorities after transitioning from a pro-Kremlin loyalist to a vocal critic of President Vladimir Putin.
Ilya Remeslo has been remanded in custody for two months on charges of spreading "fake news" regarding the Russian military. The detention follows a dramatic shift in the blogger's stance; after years…
Alexander Dobrindt warns of a heightened security threat to Germany as intelligence reports indicate imminent attacks.
Alexander Dobrindt, Germany's interior minister, has classified the country's security situation as a high threat due to an increased volume of intelligence reports. The conservative politician told t…
Vladimir Putin oversees a significant surge in Russian cash circulation as businesses seek to avoid taxes and navigate wartime internet disruptions.
Vladimir Putin has seen a massive increase in Russian cash circulation, with 1.56 trillion roubles added since the start of the year. This represents the largest rise in cash outside of the Covid-19 p…
Pedro Sánchez and Fabian Picardo celebrate the removal of the final border fence between Spain and Gibraltar following a new treaty.
Pedro Sánchez and Fabian Picardo have overseen the official removal of the final border fence separating Spain from the British overseas territory of Gibraltar. The treaty, which took effect at midnig…
Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz pledge deeper Franco-German defense cooperation to reduce reliance on American military technology.
Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz announced a series of strategic initiatives to bolster European defense autonomy and reduce dependence on United States technology. The two leaders confirmed that Ge…
Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles families express disappointment over light charges in Laos methanol poisoning case
A court in Laos has charged a distillery owner with operating an illegal business and selling food products harmful to health following the 2024 methanol poisoning deaths of six foreign tourists. The …
Robert Brovdi reports that Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces have struck 172 vessels in Russia’s shadow fleet to disrupt maritime logistics.
Robert Brovdi, commander of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces, reported that Ukrainian drone strikes have hit 172 vessels belonging to Russia’s shadow fleet. The campaign, designated Operation “Moloch…
Palestinian youth footballer Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan died from a gunshot wound sustained during an Israeli settler attack in the West Bank.
Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan, a 17-year-old member of the Palestinian national youth team, died on Saturday from injuries sustained during an Israeli settler attack. The teenager was shot in the thigh on …
Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut reports that fuel shortages are impacting Russia’s agricultural sector despite directives from President Vladimir Putin.
Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut stated on Friday that nationwide fuel shortages are beginning to pressure Russia’s agricultural sector. Despite a directive from President Vladimir Putin to ensure suff…
The 425th "Skelia" Separate Assault Regiment has successfully cleared the city of Kostiantynivka from Russian invaders.
The 425th "Skelia" Separate Assault Regiment reported that it has completed a clearing operation in Kostiantynivka, a city in the Donetsk Oblast, placing it under the control of the Ukrainian army. Th…
Sanctioned tanker is leaking oil near Oman, according to satellite images and experts - Reuters
Sanctioned tanker is leaking oil near Oman, according to satellite images and experts - Reuters
Iranian attacks on the Strait of Hormuz have created a worst-case scenario for oil tankers as the U.S. reimposes a naval blockade.
The Strait of Hormuz has returned to a "worst-case scenario" for maritime trade as Iran repeatedly attacks oil tankers, forcing a significant drop in vessel traffic. The administration announced the r…
Dr Line Victoria Moen is investigating whether biphasic sleep can help shift workers mitigate the health risks of disrupted sleep cycles.
Dr Line Victoria Moen, a researcher at Norway's National Institute of Occupational Health, is studying how splitting sleep into two distinct blocks may benefit shift workers. While many people attempt…
Scoop: U.S. sending dozens of refueling planes to Israel as Iran escalation looms - Axios
Scoop: U.S. sending dozens of refueling planes to Israel as Iran escalation looms
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appoints Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister to lead Ukraine's wartime government through a strategic political reshuffle.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Serhii Koretskyi as Ukraine's new prime minister to lead the country through the upcoming winter of the ongoing war with Russia. Koretskyi, a technocrat and engineer,…
The administration tentatively agreed to allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium without requiring standard international safeguards to prevent nuclear weapons development.
The administration tentatively agreed to allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium without enacting the international safeguards typically intended to prevent nuclear weapons development. The draft nuclear…
Benjamin Netanyahu pushes through a final wave of controversial legislation as the Knesset prepares to dissolve for the October 2026 elections.
Benjamin Netanyahu led his coalition through a rapid legislative blitz this week, passing several high-profile bills designed to secure his political survival and satisfy key allies. The most contenti…
Emily Sharp explains how "grandma hobbies" like knitting and baking provide a vital tactile escape from modern digital fatigue.
Emily Sharp, an art therapist, notes that "grandma hobbies"—low-tech, tactile activities such as knitting, baking, and embroidery—are experiencing a significant renaissance as a remedy for screen fati…
Josué Martínez Contreras was murdered in a drive-by shooting in Puebla while reporting on local security and public funds.
Josué Martínez Contreras, the director of the news outlet Noticias San Martín Texmelucan, was shot and killed on Thursday in the state of Puebla. The 39-year-old journalist, known locally as "The Jagu…
Vladimir Putin's approval rating fell by 5 percentage points in a single week as Russia faces a deepening fuel crisis.
Vladimir Putin saw his approval rating drop to 66 percent in a single week, marking the sharpest weekly decline since the start of the war in Ukraine. Data from the Public Opinion Foundation (FOM) sho…
Idit Silman reclassifies Nile crocodiles as "specially managed" wild animals to facilitate a new Palestinian detention facility.
Idit Silman, the Israeli Environment Minister, signed a decree reclassifying Nile crocodiles as "specially managed wild animals." This legal shift allows the state to utilize the reptiles for security…
Why Locals Are Gatekeeping Their Favorite Places From Tourists - The New York Times
Why Locals Are Gatekeeping Their Favorite Places From Tourists - The New York Times
Mykola Bielieskov and other analysts highlight Ukraine's growing advantage in the war against Russia through innovative drone technology and strategic maneuvers.
Ukraine is establishing a significant military advantage against Russia by leveraging a massive expansion in drone production and innovative battlefield tactics. According to analyst Mykola Bielieskov…
Giovanni Paolo Accinni and 31 others convicted in first criminal verdicts following the 2018 Morandi bridge collapse
Giovanni Paolo Accinni, the former chief executive of Autostrade per l'Italia, was sentenced to 12 years in prison as part of the first criminal verdicts following the 2018 Morandi bridge collapse. Th…
Somali pirates seized the oil tanker Asana off the coast of Yemen in a recent maritime raid.
Somali pirates hijacked the oil tanker Asana on Friday after it was boarded by approximately seven armed gunmen in the Gulf of Aden. The vessel, which is registered in Tanzania and managed from South …
Britain formally designates Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a national security threat, making support for the group punishable by up to 14 years in prison.
The U.K. government has officially designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a threat to national security. Under the new rules, providing assistance to the organization is now a c…
Belgium approves a ban on importing goods produced in Israeli settlements to fulfill international law commitments.
Belgium has officially approved a ban on importing goods produced in Israeli settlements within the occupied Palestinian territories. The decision, finalized during the government's last cabinet meeti…
Alexandra Schneider estimates that 5,120 heat-related deaths occurred in Germany in the first half of 2026.
Alexandra Schneider, a meteorologist and epidemiologist, reports that Germany experienced 5,120 heat-related deaths between January and June 2026. These figures were calculated by the Robert Koch Inst…
Uganda's government suspends all school trips following a fatal bus crash that killed 20 children and one adult.
The Ugandan government has suspended all school trips nationwide following a devastating bus crash in the Kapchorwa district. The accident occurred on Thursday night as a bus from King David Junior Sc…
Analysts suggest the United States struggles to achieve decisive political success in long-term wars despite overwhelming military firepower.
The United States continues to face challenges in translating raw military power into lasting political stability across the Middle East. While the U.S. has successfully utilized overwhelming firepowe…
Greece seeks to modify the European Union's ban on Russian liquefied natural gas to preserve global shipping opportunities.
Greece is pushing to adjust the European Union's planned ban on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG), which is set to take full effect in 2027. While the bloc agreed to prohibit the purchase and import…
Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine Black Sea ports, killing three - Reuters
Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine Black Sea ports, killing three
An unidentified female worker at the Moon Palace The Grand Punta Cana resort went on a rampage, throwing objects at guests during a restaurant dispute.
An unidentified female worker at the Moon Palace The Grand Punta Cana resort caused a scene by hurling objects at guests during a confrontation in a resort café. Footage shows the worker striking a ma…
Rabbi Yigal Cohen urges the Orthodox community to avoid spying for Iran as Israeli authorities launch a targeted public awareness campaign.
Rabbi Yigal Cohen, a member of Israel's Chief Rabbinate, has issued a formal appeal to the Haredi community to stop cooperating with Iranian intelligence. The administration of the campaign seeks to a…
I was a private chef on superyachts for 17 years. Billionaires want 5 things now they're more health-conscious. - Business Insider
I was a private chef on superyachts for 17 years. Billionaires want 5 things now they're more health-conscious. - Business Insider
Ret. Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg assesses a confidential report revealing that nearly three-quarters of Iranians support fundamental structural reforms or a total regime change.
Ret. Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg recently evaluated a classified report titled "What Iran Wants," which suggests the Islamic Republic may be more vulnerable to regime change than previously thought. The do…
Ukraine conducts the world's first combat mission using a sea drone to deploy an armed ground robot on the Kinburn Spit.
The 123rd Separate Territorial Defense Brigade successfully executed the first known combat mission where a sea drone transported and deployed an armed ground robot behind Russian lines. The operation…
Marcin Wiśniewski discovered a remarkably well-preserved 2,700-year-old bronze sword standing upright in a Polish forest.
Marcin Wiśniewski, a hobbyist metal detectorist, discovered a rare bronze sword from the Late Bronze Age while exploring the Gdańsk Forest District in northern Poland. The artifact, which dates back t…
Volodymyr Zelenskyy launches a 40-day campaign of long-range strikes to pressure Russia into ending the war.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ordered a 40-day campaign of deep strikes against Russian targets to compel the aggressor state to end the war. This initiative focuses on striking key supply lines in Russian-…
Eric Klose and Ground Squirrel Ventures are shipping recycled fishing nets to Ukraine to provide affordable protection against exploding drones.
Eric Klose, founder of Ground Squirrel Ventures, is leading an initiative to provide Ukrainian soldiers with recycled fishing nets to serve as a cost-effective defense against drones. During a visit t…
Roosevelt Skerrit and other Caribbean leaders agree to a unified diplomatic mission to Brussels to negotiate the future of Citizenship by Investment programs.
Roosevelt Skerrit, the Prime Minister of Dominica, chaired a summit in Roseau where leaders from five Eastern Caribbean nations met to address the European Union's plan to suspend visa-free access to …
Oswadeliz Núñez identified her son Daniel Núñez after he was killed in a Venezuelan earthquake following his deportation from the United States.
Oswadeliz Núñez successfully identified the body of her son, Daniel Núñez, following a devastating earthquake in Venezuela. Daniel Núñez had been deported from the United States after being detained b…
Historian and scholar of Mosul, the author of "Mosul Eye," documented the city's transition to Islamic State rule through a clandestine blog.
Historian and scholar of Mosul, the author of "Mosul Eye," remained inside the Iraqi city during its 2014 fall to the Islamic State to provide an accurate record of the occupation. While many resident…
President Trump Acknowledges Iranian Opposition Faces Difficult Odds Against Ruling Regime Following Initial Call to Action
President Trump recently admitted that the Iranian opposition faces a significant uphill battle against the ruling regime, noting that the rebels lack the necessary firepower to seize control. This ad…
Dmitry Baranov reports that Russia’s Amur-LNG reusable rocket will now begin flight tests in 2031.
Dmitry Baranov, the Roscosmos Deputy Director General for Rocket Programs, revealed this week that the development timeline for Russia's Amur-LNG reusable rocket has shifted. While the state-backed co…
Mikhail Kasyanov claims Vladimir Putin has failed to provide stability and security as Russia faces growing pressure from Ukraine.
Mikhail Kasyanov, a former Russian finance minister and prime minister, stated that Vladimir Putin has failed to deliver the stability and security that defined his early leadership. Speaking from exi…
BUSINESS
Taylor Farms recalls shredded iceberg lettuce across 27 states following a multistate Cyclospora parasite outbreak.
Taylor Farms has issued a voluntary recall of shredded iceberg lettuce distributed in 27 states due to potential Cyclospora contamination. The parasite, which causes symptoms such as nausea and stomac…
Donald Trump Media & Technology Group to launch paid "Truth API" to sell Wall Street traders high-speed access to influential Truth Social posts.
Trump Media & Technology Group announced the launch of "Truth API," a paid data feed designed to provide Wall Street traders and investment firms with millisecond-fast access to the most influential p…
Elon Musk scrubbed the 13th test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket after several engines failed to ignite during the launch sequence.
Elon Musk scrubbed the 13th test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket on Thursday evening after a computer system triggered an automatic abort. The launch, which was the first Starship attempt since t…
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota creates "very unhealthy" air quality for 115 million people across the United States.
Wildfires in Ontario, Canada, and northern Minnesota are producing massive plumes of smoke that have reduced visibility and created hazardous air quality for 115 million people from the Midwest to the…
Moonshot AI unveils Kimi K3 model as concerns over artificial intelligence spending bubble weigh on global stock markets
Global stock markets fell Friday as investors grew increasingly concerned that the massive spending on artificial intelligence might fail to deliver expected results. The S&P 500 dropped 1%, the Nasda…
Chinese AI model takes US tech industry by surprise with abilities rivaling Claude and ChatGPT - Tech Xplore
Chinese AI model takes US tech industry by surprise with abilities rivaling Claude and ChatGPT
Kirsten Davies and Michael Duffey announce the Pentagon will freeze Phase 2 of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirements.
Defense Department Chief Information Officer Kirsten Davies and Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Michael Duffey unveiled plans Monday to suspend the Phase 2 requirements of t…
The Justice Department Is Pulling Back on Prosecuting Corporate Crime - WSJ
The Justice Department Is Pulling Back on Prosecuting Corporate Crime - WSJ
Sam Shaddox and Matt Souza launch Talairis Law Group to challenge traditional Big Law models using AI-native workflows.
Sam Shaddox and Matt Souza have launched Talairis Law Group, a firm designed to advise startups by integrating artificial intelligence into every legal workflow. While traditional "Big Law" firms are …
Pro Tour Magic: The Gathering® | Marvel Super Heroes Day One Highlights - magic.gg
Pro Tour Magic: The Gathering® | Marvel Super Heroes Day One Highlights
SpaceX shares fell to an all-time closing low of $123.99 following a series of technical setbacks and high valuation pressures.
SpaceX shares reached an all-time closing low of $123.99 on Friday, marking the sixth consecutive daily decline for the rocket maker and satellite internet provider. The stock has lost approximately 4…
Netflix stock fell as investors reacted to a lackluster second-quarter earnings report and concerns over slowing growth.
Netflix stock plunged at the opening bell on Friday as Wall Street reacted to a lackluster second-quarter earnings report. The streaming giant missed expectations for its third-quarter revenue outlook…
Apple files trade secret lawsuit against OpenAI alleging the company systematically misappropriated confidential hardware designs and engineering data.
Apple has filed a formal lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the artificial intelligence company systematically misappropriated trade secrets to develop its upcoming hardware. The complaint highlights a …
China expresses strong dissatisfaction with the UK government's decision to nationalise British Steel from the Jingye Group.
The UK government officially nationalised British Steel on Thursday, taking full ownership of the loss-making firm from the Chinese owner, Jingye Group. The administration announced the move was neces…
The Federal Aviation Administration restores Boeing's authority to self-certify airworthiness for the 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The Federal Aviation Administration announced that Boeing will resume the responsibility of certifying airworthiness for all of its 737 Max and 787 planes starting July 20. This decision follows an ei…
Defense and security risks take center stage at the Farnborough International Airshow as aerospace manufacturers navigate production challenges.
Defense and security concerns are expected to dominate the Farnborough International Airshow as aerospace and arms manufacturers work to meet rising demand while stabilizing civil jet production. The …
International Business Machines (IBM) maintains a Hold rating from Seeking Alpha analysts following a historic 25% share price drop earlier this week.
International Business Machines (IBM) received a Hold rating from Seeking Alpha analysts on Saturday. The rating reflects a balance of bullish and bearish sentiment following a significant market corr…
Coca-Cola pauses Fairlife milk production in the United States following a ransomware cyberattack.
Coca-Cola has temporarily suspended production operations for its Fairlife dairy brand in the United States after a ransomware attack breached the company's systems. The beverage giant reported that a…
Stephen Miller says the administration is seeking to debank illegal immigrants to encourage self-deportation from the United States.
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller stated that the administration is moving to debank illegal immigrants as a primary incentive for them to self-deport. This strategy follows an executiv…
Akston Biosciences and OKAVA Pharmaceuticals are testing GLP-1 weight-loss treatments to combat feline obesity in clinical trials.
Akston Biosciences is sponsoring a Cornell University clinical study to evaluate a once-weekly GLP-1 therapy for overweight and obese cats. This research aims to address feline obesity, which Todd Zio…
Two unexpected revelations in Warren Buffett's CNBC interview - CNBC
Two unexpected revelations in Warren Buffett's CNBC interview
Alexander Morris of F/m Investments released an AI tool called WarshGPT to help investors decode the new, more concise communication style of Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh.
Alexander Morris, CEO of F/m Investments, has launched "WarshGPT" to help investors navigate a shift toward less public forecasting by Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh. Since taking office in May,…
Lawrence Yun reports that elevated mortgage rates and high home prices are creating a tepid housing market for buyers.
Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of Realtors, reports that the housing market is currently experiencing a tepid period characterized by high costs and elevated mortgage rates…
National Ice Cream Day on July 19 features various deals and freebies from national chains and local businesses across the United States.
Americans will celebrate National Ice Cream Day on July 19 with a variety of promotions from major food chains and local shops. The holiday offers numerous opportunities for consumers to enjoy free sc…
SpaceX is reportedly discussing a multi-billion-dollar computing contract with the Department of Defense to run artificial intelligence models.
SpaceX is in negotiations to secure a multi-billion-dollar computing contract with the Department of Defense. The agreement would allow the Pentagon to utilize SpaceX data centers to run artificial in…
President Trump Reinstates Iranian Shipping Blockade as Oil Prices Surge and U.S. Stocks Fall
President Trump reinstated a blockade on Iranian shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil prices to jump and U.S. stock indexes to decline on Monday. The administration announced the move as…
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie requests statewide standards for autonomous vehicles to improve performance during major events and emergencies.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has requested that the California Department of Transportation establish unified statewide standards for autonomous vehicles to ensure reliability during extraordinary…
Saronic selects Brownsville, Texas, as the site for Port Alpha, a new $3 billion shipyard and manufacturing facility.
Saronic, an autonomous vessel maker, announced it will invest more than $3 billion to build Port Alpha, a next-generation shipyard in Brownsville, Texas. The facility is designed to produce a wide ran…
Mars Wrigley will relocate its U.S. headquarters from Newark to Chicago by the end of October, eliminating 307 jobs.
Mars Wrigley will move its U.S. headquarters from Newark to Chicago by the end of October, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification filed with the state of New Jersey. The move wil…
Jensen Huang expands NVIDIA’s physical AI footprint in Japan through new robotics, automotive, and healthcare alliances.
Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, visited Japan this week to solidify the company's role as a core platform for the nation's industrial and urban infrastructure. The administration announced a …
The International Maritime Organization launched an operation to evacuate over 11,000 seafarers from the Strait of Hormuz following a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.
The International Maritime Organization announced a coordinated effort to move trapped ships and more than 11,000 seafarers out of the Strait of Hormuz. The operation, conducted in cooperation with Ir…
Citizens Bank will end its financial relationship with private prison companies CoreCivic and The GEO Group.
Citizens Bank announced it will wind down its financial relationship with CoreCivic and The GEO Group, two major private prison operators that have served as government contractors under the administr…
Apple briefly surpassed Nvidia to become the world's most valuable company by market capitalization during Friday's trading session.
Apple briefly overtook Nvidia as the world's most valuable company on Friday, reaching a market capitalization of approximately $4.88 trillion. The iPhone maker reclaimed the top spot for the first ti…
Michael Creedon of Dollar Tree plans to close 75 stores in 2026 as the retailer works to modernize its 9,400 locations.
Michael Creedon, CEO of Dollar Tree, announced that the discount retailer will close approximately 75 stores in 2026 as part of a broader strategy to modernize its massive retail footprint. The move f…
Influencer Tony Bartleson highlights Walmart's new security measure of placing ground beef and steaks inside metal cages to prevent shoplifting.
Tony Bartleson, a popular influencer known as "Meatdad," shared a viral video showing a San Jose Walmart securing high-quality meat behind metal cages. The footage features rib-eye steaks and three-po…
Melissa Dezendorf faces financial uncertainty as the administration transitions student loan borrowers from the SAVE plan to the new RAP plan.
Melissa Dezendorf, a veterinarian from New Mexico, is among millions of borrowers navigating a period of significant volatility in student loan policy. After the administration announced the SAVE plan…
The administration moves to establish a government clearinghouse to control access to frontier artificial intelligence models.
The administration announced a new strategy to assert greater control over the rollout of future artificial intelligence models by dictating which entities are granted access to the latest frontier mo…
Ljubisa Karović was nearly sucked out of a Ryanair plane after a window dislodged during a flight from Greece to Germany.
Ljubisa Karović, a 61-year-old Serbian national, was partially pulled from a Ryanair aircraft after a window shattered shortly after takeoff from Thessaloniki, Greece. The incident occurred when a pie…
Rob Barber reports that U.S. foreclosure filings rose 21% in the first half of 2026 as the housing market returns to typical patterns.
Rob Barber, CEO of ATTOM, reported that U.S. foreclosure filings reached nearly 228,000 in the first half of 2026, marking a 21% increase from the previous year. The data indicates that the housing ma…
Christine Benz Outlines Essential Financial Strategies for Individuals Preparing to Retire Within One Year
Christine Benz, Morningstar’s director of personal finance and retirement planning, recommends a structured approach for those entering retirement within the next 12 months. She advises retirees to fi…
Target is recalling over 200,000 Cat & Jack children's sandals due to a potential choking hazard caused by falling pearls.
Target is issuing a nationwide recall of 211,000 Cat & Jack-branded children's sandals sold between January 2020 and May 2026. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the recall after recei…
Meta is in preliminary talks with Anthropic to lease computing capacity as the social media giant eyes a new cloud computing revenue stream.
Meta is in early discussions with Anthropic to lease out its artificial intelligence computing capacity. The potential deal could position the social media giant to compete directly with industry lead…
AI race splits in two as China wages open-weight insurgency - Axios
AI race splits in two as China wages open-weight insurgency
General Mills recalled nearly 736,000 Pillsbury bread rolls across 19 states due to potential glass contamination.
General Mills issued a voluntary recall of nearly 736,000 Pillsbury bread rolls after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration identified potential glass contamination in the products. The recall, which …
Honda will end U.S. sales of the Prologue SUV after the 2026 model year as the automaker shifts focus toward hybrid vehicles.
Honda will officially end U.S. sales of the Prologue SUV following the completion of the 2026 model year. The move leaves the automaker without a fully electric offering in the American market startin…
United Airlines clarifies its policy regarding free destination switches for passengers who dislike the new President Donald J. Trump International Airport.
United Airlines is clarifying its stance on offering free airport switches for passengers who wish to avoid the newly renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport. An internal memo suggeste…
Abigail Jackson faces criticism from rioters after comparing Olive Garden's pasta pass security to the administration's voter ID requirements.
Abigail Jackson, a spokeswoman for the White House, drew criticism from rioters after she compared the security of Olive Garden’s Never-Ending Pasta Pass to the administration's voter ID requirements.…
Deb Boyden highlights the gap between the $1.2 million retirement goal and the actual savings trajectory of most American workers.
Deb Boyden, head of U.S. defined contribution at Schroders, reports a significant disconnect between how Americans perceive their retirement needs and their actual savings progress. While many workers…
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International remains the world's busiest airport for 2025 according to new global aviation data.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International maintained its position as the world's busiest airport in 2025, handling over 108 million passengers last year. According to data from Airports Council Interna…
Costco introduces new chicken tenders to its food court menu nationwide after a successful testing phase.
Costco has officially launched a new chicken tender meal across its food court locations nationwide. The offering features five large, breaded chicken breast strips served with a container of dipping …
The Fastest-Growing Risk to Air Travel Is Probably in Your Pocket - WSJ
The Fastest-Growing Risk to Air Travel Is Probably in Your Pocket - WSJ
Matt Walsh highlights a looming national labor shortage as the United States faces a significant deficit of workers across multiple industries.
Matt Walsh, CEO of the Phoenix-based recruiting firm Blue Signal, reports that the United States is facing the largest labor shortage in its history. While artificial intelligence often dominates head…