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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to end US military aid, describing it as 'welfare' Israel no longer needs, amid tensions with Washington over Iran policy.

The EPA has approved two new fluorinated pesticides for corn and soybeans, sparking controversy over health risks and legal challenges following a Supreme Court ruling limiting lawsuits against pesticide makers.

The Society of St. Pius X plans to appoint bishops without papal approval, risking excommunication. The group insists on preserving traditional Catholic practices despite warnings from Pope Leo XIV.

The FBI has determined that ransom notes linked to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance were fake, complicating the investigation into the Arizona case.

Viral claims about Iraqi MPs, 'golden underwear,' millions in cash and gold have spread online. Here's what has been confirmed and what remains unverified

Germany opposes the EU's €2 trillion budget, seeking €450 billion in cuts, citing financial sustainability concerns amid economic pressures. The debate highlights differing priorities on EU spending and integration.

Rural farmers are facing economic challenges, questioning Trump's trade policies as export markets shrink and production costs rise, leading to financial uncertainty and political debate.

US Congressman Thomas Massie confronted a Fox Digital reporter with an unexpected question, sparking debate about political reporting after denying allegations from a former girlfriend.

Ukraine partners with Sweden to procure 16 Gripen E fighter jets in a £1.9 billion deal, enhancing its aerial defence amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

Thirteen Republicans plus Steve Scalise sank Speaker Mike Johnson's procedural rule 198-224 on 30 June, blocking Trump's SAVE America Act path through the NDAA.

Elon Musk faces criticism for dismantling USAID, accused of causing a humanitarian crisis. Representative Ro Khanna and journalist Nicholas Kristof highlight the severe impact on global health and aid.

The US Supreme Court's ruling on election funding removes restrictions, enhancing Republican financial power and sparking debate over wealth's influence in democracy.

Rumours surrounding Trump and aide Natalie Harp have fuelled online debate, but no evidence has confirmed claims of an affair. Critics instead raise speculation about the President's health.

A wildfire in northern Greece has killed two people and forced 4,000 residents to evacuate near Thessaloniki. Firefighters have controlled the main fire front, but flare-ups continue.

A secretive White House construction deal worth $500 million has raised transparency concerns, as critics question the legality of bypassing standard procurement protocols for the East Wing ballroom project.

A group of Republican lawmakers proposes repealing the 17th Amendment, sparking debate over democratic participation and state sovereignty.

Seattle's Pride Parade faces criticism after videos show nude participants, sparking debate over public decency and family-friendly events. The controversy highlights differing views on social nudity.

The Supreme Court rejected Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, citing the 14th Amendment. Trump plans to pursue legislative changes, though significant obstacles remain in Congress.

A Chinese tourist died after a rock arch collapsed on Comino, Malta. The incident injured two others, prompting an investigation into the rock formation's stability.

Republicans are considering visa restrictions for pregnant women after Trump's birthright citizenship executive order was ruled unconstitutional, sparking legal and constitutional debates.

A woman accusing Trump of assault has gone 'off the grid' amid renewed scrutiny of Epstein files, highlighting ongoing legal and public interest in the allegations.

A survey reveals Americans' mixed feelings about national pride, political divisions, and the future as the US approaches its 250th anniversary, with tensions also affecting the US-UK alliance.

Armie Hammer returns to screens in 'Citizen Vigilante', a film inspired by two real Hamburg gang rape cases that Germany has blocked from public screening.

Boyle Heights residents face biohazard crisis after Lineage warehouse fire left 85 million pounds rotting meat, 14 families evacuated, 5,000 truckloads needed for cleanup.

The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, marking a significant defeat for his immigration policy. The decision underscores limits on executive power.

Amazon Prime Day is evolving into a major retail event, comparable to Black Friday, as consumers navigate economic challenges with cautious spending and strategic purchases.

The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold state bans on transgender athletes in women's sports, affecting laws in West Virginia and Idaho and potentially influencing legislation in other states.

Europe's deadly 2026 heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths, with 88 per cent of victims elderly people found dead alone in private homes, according to the WHO.

The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 against Trump's EO, affirming birthright citizenship for children born in the US to undocumented or temporarily present parents, citing historical legal precedents.