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Maine Primary: Scandal-Hit Graham Platner Poised for Democratic Senate Nod Despite Controversies
Polls close at 8 PM ET in Maine's primaries, with scandal-plagued candidate Graham Platner appearing to hold onto his lead despite multiple controversies. The race highlights deep divisions within the state's Democratic base.
Trump Confirms Crew Safety After Apache Helicopter Crash Near Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump announced that both pilots survived a U.S. Army Apache attack helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident underscores ongoing tensions in the region as the administration signals cautious optimism about nuclear talks with Iran.
UK Police Warn of Surge in 'Cuckooing' as Gangs Seize Hundreds of Homes Weekly
British police chiefs report that drug gangs are taking over hundreds, possibly thousands, of homes each week across the UK, often targeting vulnerable individuals. The practice, known as 'cuckooing,' involves criminals exploiting residents to use their properties for drug storage and dealing.
Trump Denies Iran Conflict Violates 'No New Wars' Pledge
President Donald Trump refutes claims that military action against Iran contradicts his 2024 campaign promise of avoiding new foreign wars, arguing the strikes were necessary for national security.
UK Deputy PM Confronts US Vice President Over False Migration-Murder Link
David Lammy rebuked JD Vance in a phone call for blaming the murder of a British teenager on immigration, calling Vance's social media post 'wrong' and warning against exploiting tragedy for political gain.
LA Mayoral Race Tightens: Raman Narrows Gap Against Reality Star Pratt
City Council member Nithya Raman has cut into Spencer Pratt's once-formidable lead in the Los Angeles mayoral primary, with new vote tallies showing a dramatic shift. The race, which initially seemed to favor the former 'Hills' star, now appears headed for a photo finish.
Voter Fury Over AI Data Centers Grows, But Politicians Hesitate to Ban Them
As communities across the U.S. protest the massive energy consumption of data centers powering artificial intelligence, voters in key midterm battlegrounds are demanding action. Yet politicians from both parties remain reluctant to support outright bans, balancing economic benefits against environmental concerns.
Trump Abruptly Ends NBC Interview Over Questions on Election Fraud Claims and DOJ Fund
President Donald Trump walked out of a pre-recorded interview with NBC's 'Meet the Press' after being confronted about his unsubstantiated election fraud allegations and a controversial Department of Justice fund.
Trump Picks Personal Attorney Todd Blanche as Attorney General Nominee
President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Todd Blanche, his former personal lawyer and current acting attorney general, to lead the Justice Department permanently. The announcement came during a White House dinner, signaling Trump's continued preference for loyalists in key legal roles.
US House Takes Historic Step to Curb Presidential War Powers on Iran
In a rare bipartisan rebuke, the House has passed a war powers resolution aimed at preventing President Trump from ordering new military strikes against Iran. The vote signals deepening congressional frustration with an unauthorized conflict that has dragged on for months.
UK Report Suggests Ban on Political Badges for NHS Workers to Combat Antisemitism
A new review by the UK's independent antisemitism adviser recommends barring NHS staff from wearing political insignia, including pro-Palestinian badges, to address rising antisemitism within the health service. The proposal has sparked debate over free expression versus workplace neutrality.
Trump Claims He Brokered Beirut Raid Halt, Rubio Faces Congress Amid Iran Conflict
President Donald Trump says he convinced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to call off a major attack on Beirut, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepares to testify before Congress for the first time since the Iran war began.
US Supreme Court Clears Alabama's GOP-Friendly Congressional Map, Sparking Racial Bias Debate
The U.S. Supreme Court has granted Alabama's request to use a congressional map that critics say intentionally dilutes Black voting power, blocking a lower court ruling and setting the stage for special primaries in August. The decision, split along ideological lines, has reignited tensions over racial gerrymandering and the Voting Rights Act.
Trump's Iowa Endorsement Fails: 4 Key Primary Takeaways
In a rare setback for Donald Trump, his endorsed candidate for Iowa governor lost the Republican primary to an outsider. Meanwhile, Democrats selected their Senate nominee in a race they hope will be competitive. Here are four takeaways from Tuesday's primaries in Iowa and beyond.
Trump Suggests White House UFC Arena Could Become Permanent Fixture, Likens It to Eiffel Tower
President Donald Trump has floated the idea of keeping the UFC arena built on the White House South Lawn as a permanent structure, comparing it to the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The arena, constructed for the 'UFC Freedom Fights 250' event on June 14, has already altered White House press operations.
Global Markets Rally as Trump Reports Israel-Hezbollah De-escalation Agreement
World stock markets mostly rose on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hezbollah had agreed to reduce hostilities. The gains were led by European indices, while crude oil prices fell on hopes of eased Middle East tensions.
British Bikers Jailed in Iran Lose Appeal, Family Says as Hunger Strike Intensifies
Craig and Lindsay Foreman, the British couple sentenced to 10 years in Iran for espionage, have lost their appeal, their family reports. The couple, on hunger strike, await a Supreme Court review amid diplomatic tensions.
Violent Clashes Erupt in Southampton After Stabbing of Student Henry Nowak
Riot police in Southampton faced off with protesters in Portswood on Tuesday night, with stones, bottles, and flares thrown at officers. The demonstration follows the life sentence handed to Vickrum Digwa for the murder of 18-year-old university student Henry Nowak.
Iowa Man Kills Six Family Members in Domestic Shooting Spree
A 52-year-old man shot and killed six family members across multiple locations in Muscatine, Iowa, before taking his own life. Police say the shootings stemmed from a domestic dispute.
Rubio Faces Congressional Grilling Over Iran War Strategy and Stalled Diplomacy
Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before Congress for the first time since the Iran war began, facing tough questions about the Trump administration's fragile ceasefire and escalating costs. The hearings highlighted growing bipartisan unease over the conflict's economic impact and the administration's shifting goals.
Arsenal's Premier League Title Parade Draws Nearly One Million Fans in North London
Arsenal's open-top bus parade celebrating their first Premier League title in 22 years drew an estimated crowd of up to one million people, with emergency services rescuing dozens of fans from precarious vantage points and 16 arrests reported.
Arsenal Victory Parade Sees 75 Rescued, 16 Arrested Amid Massive Celebrations
London emergency services reported rescuing 75 people from heights and arresting 16 during Arsenal's double-title bus parade, as hundreds of thousands of fans flooded north London streets to celebrate the club's historic Premier League and Women's Champions Cup wins.
Family of Four Killed in Virginia Bus Pileup En Route to Wedding; Driver Charged
A Massachusetts family of four, traveling to a wedding with homemade desserts, died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 when a bus slammed into stopped traffic. The bus driver, a non-English speaker, faces manslaughter charges as investigators probe excessive speed and language barriers.
Newark Mayor Imposes Nightly Curfew Near Immigration Detention Center After Violent Protests
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has enacted a curfew around Delaney Hall immigration detention facility following days of clashes between demonstrators and police. The unrest stems from detainee hunger strikes over poor conditions amid the federal government's heightened immigration enforcement.
Federal Judge Orders Trump to Justify IRS Settlement Amid Collusion Allegations
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams has demanded that former President Donald Trump and his co-plaintiffs respond to allegations that their IRS settlement was collusive, potentially involving fraud on the court. The case raises unprecedented questions about a president suing his own government and settling with himself.
Wizz Air CEO Urges UK Travelers to Arrive 3 Hours Early for Return Flights Amid EU Border Delays
The head of Wizz Air's UK operations advises British holidaymakers to reach European airports three hours before their flight home due to extended queues from new biometric border checks under the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES).
Utah Judge Rules Preliminary Hearing Must Stay Open as Defense Pushes for Supreme Court Review on Cameras
A Utah judge has denied a motion to close Tyler Robinson's capital murder preliminary hearing, but the defense is now seeking a stay while appealing a separate ruling that permits cameras in the courtroom. The case, involving the fatal shooting of activist Charlie Kirk, continues to face procedural delays.
EU Digital Border System Sparks Chaos: Airlines Advise Extra Hour at Airport
British travelers returning from the EU are being told to arrive three hours early as the new Entry-Exit System (EES) causes massive queues at airports across Europe, with some waits exceeding three hours.
Trump's Foreign Policy Ambitions Stall as Conflicts in Iran, Ukraine, and Gaza Drag On
President Trump's early promises of swift victories in Iran, Ukraine, and Gaza have given way to prolonged stalemates, raising questions about his administration's strategy and the costs of extended military and diplomatic engagements.
Georgia Town's Nuisance Lawsuit Against ICE Megacenter Could Set National Precedent
Social Circle, Georgia, is challenging a massive ICE detention center under state public nuisance law, a novel legal approach that experts say could reshape how communities fight federal immigration enforcement. The case highlights tensions between local rights and federal power.