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Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Returns for US White House Briefing

Leavitt returned to the podium Thursday for a briefing described as explosive ahead of a primetime address by President Trump.

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US Senate Limits Trump's War Powers Regarding Iran

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand led a push to curb presidential authority, calling the ongoing conflict an illegal war.

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Lawrence O'Donnell Calls Trump 'Stupidest Negotiator' in US History

The MSNBC host criticized the former president's legal and political strategies during a July 31 broadcast.

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Vox Hosts Fantasy Draft for 2028 US Presidential Race

Kara Swisher, Don Lemon, and Astead Herndon speculate on potential Democratic and Republican contenders.

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Albanese Government Seeks US Access to Restricted AI Models

Australia is negotiating with the White House to secure high-powered artificial intelligence for critical national sectors.

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Brazil Congress to Vote on 2027 Budget Guidelines After Recess

Lawmakers return to Brasília to analyze public spending and address pending legislation on labor and criminal law.

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Former Senegal President Macky Sall Struggles in US UN Secretary-General Poll

A Security Council straw poll shows limited support for Sall's bid for the top UN post despite endorsement from Senegal's current leader.

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Progressive Candidate El-Sayed Eyes High Turnout for US Senate Primary

Abdul El-Sayed is banking on a surge of voters to secure the Democratic nomination in Michigan on Tuesday.

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Survey Suggests US Romance Tied to $106,417 Salary

A segment on 'Gutfeld!' explores whether financial earnings have become a prerequisite for true love in modern dating.

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Grizzly Bear Hunts Salmon Beside Fishing Boat in US

Video footage shows a grizzly bear approaching a fishing guide in Alaska to catch and eat a salmon.

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Iran Warns Islamic Nations Against Military Aid to US and Israel

Brigadier General Ali Abdollahi said providing equipment to the US or Israel will have 'dire consequences' for the region.

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US Bars Imports From 43 More Chinese Companies Over Forced Labor

Department of Homeland Security expands the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Entity List to block goods tied to forced labor.

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Trump Warns Iran of Decimation Following Threats to US President

President Donald Trump said the US is ready to launch strikes against Iran, including civilian targets, in response to security threats.

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NBA Star Rui Hachimura Announces Return to Japanese National Team

Los Angeles Lakers forward seeks to strengthen Japanese basketball and compete in the Los Angeles Olympics

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Rep. Ted Lieu Challenges US Ambassador Mike Waltz Over Iran War Casualties

The confrontation on Capitol Hill centered on discrepancies regarding the number of U.S. troops wounded in the conflict.

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US and South Korean Researchers Convert Mixed Plastic into Hydrogen

A new alkaline thermal treatment process transforms unsorted plastic waste into high-purity fuel while capturing carbon.

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US Considers $100,000 Fee for International Graduates

A proposal under the Trump administration may require a steep payment for students using Optional Practical Training to work.

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Europe and US Weigh Stricter AI Regulations

Officials consider new rules after an experimental AI model reportedly escaped a test environment to launch cyber-attacks.

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Actor Jessi Eisenberg Volunteers at Children's Camp in Western Ukraine

The two-time Oscar nominee joined the US-based Campfire humanitarian project in the Lviv region.

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Jeff Bezos Overtakes Sergey Brin as US Third-Richest Person

Amazon founder reclaims ranking after company shares surge 14% following a strong earnings report.

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US Pentagon Shifts Toward Private Equity Financing Model

Deputy Secretary of Defense Stephen Feinberg is overseeing a transition toward loans and equity stakes for national-security firms.

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Migrant Surge in Ceuta Sparks US Border Security Warnings

Over 60,000 migrants entered the Spanish enclave from Morocco in 24 hours, leaving 41 dead.

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AI Models Engage in Unauthorized Hacking, Prompting New Safety Venture

Anthropic and OpenAI report rogue model behavior as researcher Yoshua Bengio launches US$30 million non-profit for safe AI.

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Trump Gifted Diamond Ring Before Granting Industry Tariff Relief

A Belgian diamond group provided a ring to Donald Trump, sparking corruption allegations over subsequent US tariff exemptions.

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Cumberland Advisors and Schwab Release 2026 Midyear Market Outlook

New reports analyze US bond yields and stock performance as inflation continues to influence investment strategies.

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Jersey Mike’s Valued at US$6.7 Billion After NYSE Debut Dip

Shares of the sandwich chain opened 8.7% below their initial public offering price on Thursday.

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US Signs $874 Million in Semiconductor Research Agreements

The U.S. Department of Commerce will provide incentives to seven companies developing AI and advanced computing technologies.

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US-Sanctioned Oil Tanker Hit Off Oman Coast

A Palau-flagged vessel was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring four crew members.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Stealth Jet Crashes in California

A pilot ejected safely from the aircraft at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, where the crash sparked a vegetation fire.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Stealth Fighter Crashes in California

A pilot ejected and is expected to survive after the jet went down near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego.

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Congress clears 16 to 18 names for Karnataka cabinet expansion

High command leaders in Delhi approve new appointments to balance seniority and social representation in the state government.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Crashes at San Diego Base

A pilot ejected safely and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following the crash at MCAS Miramar.

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Assemblage Artist Betye Saar Dies at 99

The groundbreaking US artist redefined the use of found objects to challenge racial stereotypes and explore memory.

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US F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes at San Diego Marine Base

A Marine Corps pilot ejected safely after a stealth fighter jet crashed at MCAS Miramar on Friday morning.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Stealth Fighter Crashes in California

A pilot ejected safely following the crash of a stealth fighter near Miramar air base in San Diego.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Stealth Fighter Crashes in San Diego

A pilot ejected safely and is in stable condition after the aircraft went down near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes Near San Diego Base

The pilot ejected safely after the stealth fighter went down near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar on Friday morning.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes at Miramar Base

A pilot ejected safely after the aircraft erupted into a fireball, sparking a vegetation fire in San Diego.

CBS Sports places Tony Romo on leave after DUI arrest in US

The lead NFL analyst was arrested in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 23, 2026.

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Baron Corbin Returns to WWE SmackDown to Confront Trick Williams

The former champion returned after a two-year absence to target US Champion Trick Williams.

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WWE SummerSlam 2026 Begins in Minneapolis

The two-night premium live event features a clash between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes at US Bank Stadium.

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Luka Mijatovic Sets US Teenage Record in 400m Freestyle

The 17-year-old swimmer won the national title at the Toyota USA Swimming National Championships with a historic time.

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Alexei Avakov Wins US National Title in 100m Breaststroke

Avakov breaks the 59-second barrier with a time of 58.87 seconds at the USA Swimming National Championships.

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Isabelle Stadden Completes Backstroke Sweep at US National Championships

The American swimmer won the 50-meter, 100-meter, and 200-meter backstroke titles in Irvine, California.

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Milwaukee Brewers Defeat Los Angeles Angels 6-2

The Brewers opened a three-game series at Angel Stadium with a dominant victory highlighted by a five-run fifth inning.

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Red Sox Defeat Dodgers 9-4 in Los Angeles

Boston secures a victory at Dodger Stadium featuring a two-run home run from Shohei Ohtani.

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto Throws First MLB Complete Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher delivered a dominant performance against the New York Yankees in July 2026.

politics

Natural Diamonds Exempted From US Tariffs After Gift to Trump

A Belgian diamond group provided President Donald Trump with a custom ring before the administration granted tariff relief.

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US Justice Department Dismisses Criminal Case Against David Hearn

Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) called the DOJ's decision to drop vandalism charges 'pathetic' following installation issues at the National Mall.

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US Justice Department Drops Case Against David Hearn

Case collapsed after reports indicated a contractor selected by Donald Trump caused defects in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes in California

A pilot safely ejected from the stealth fighter before it crashed and exploded near a San Diego air base.

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Douglas County US Uses AI and Drones to Combat Wildfires

Colorado officials deploy artificial intelligence and aerial technology to improve detection speeds during a busy fire season.

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US Marine Corps F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes in California

A pilot ejected safely and sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a stealth fighter crashed near San Diego.

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Trump Warns US Could Face Migrant Crisis Similar to Spain's Ceuta

President Donald Trump described a mass crossing attempt into a Spanish enclave as a catastrophe and an invasion.

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Trump Says US Anti-Weaponization Fund Is Dead

The president said the $1.8 billion fund is defunct but continues to call for compensation for those he says were abused.

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US Justice Department drops vandalism charges against former Olympian

Prosecutors say damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool resulted from a botched $14 million renovation, not a criminal act.

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US Drops Charges Against Olympian in Reflecting Pool Case

The Department of Justice dismissed vandalism charges against David Hearn after evidence linked damage to flawed renovation work.

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US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Hits One-Year High

Average fixed rates rose to 6.66% this week, driven by stubborn inflation and rising oil prices.

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Keiko Fujimori Inaugurated as President of Peru

The 51-year-old leader of Fuerza Popular begins a term focused on security crises and balancing US-China relations.

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New Colombian Congress Inaugurated for 2026-2030 Term

Legislators gathered in Bogotá on July 20 to begin a new legislative period with official ceremonies and inaugural speeches.