POLITICS

Daria Shipilova's mother has accused doctors of failing to save her daughter, while Russian authorities monitor potential contacts after the laboratory worker died from unexplained pneumonia.

The Federal Transit Administration is considering a formula that would increase federal funding for some transit projects in corridors with above-average marriage and birth rates.

Donald Trump's description of aide Natalie Harp as a "perfect person" at a Nebraska rally has prompted online speculation, although there is no evidence of a romantic relationship or reaction from Melania Trump.

Donald Trump's right hand and signature attracted online scrutiny after he presented an executive order at a Nebraska rally, while officials attributed discolouration to frequent handshakes.

Psychologist John Paul Garrison raises questions about Donald Trump's speech and arm movement, but the president's latest medical report found normal neurological function.

Former Republican congressman Joe Walsh criticised Donald Trump's Nebraska rally remarks, arguing that comments about gas prices, national security and attacks on US cities revealed a dangerous presidential judgement

Donald Trump faced criticism after abruptly shifting from bodybuilders to refineries during a Nebraska rally, prompting online speculation about his delivery and health without verified evidence.

Elon Musk says SpaceXAI will be renamed SpaceXSI after Donald Trump ordered US federal agencies to use 'Super Intelligence' and 'SI' in specified official materials.

Trump announces a Navy contract worth up to $2.9B for Anduril to build Virginia-class submarine parts, amid scrutiny of Trump Jr's 1789 Capital ties.

The White House says Trump will not repay nearly $12 million spent on 'patriotic' adverts, while MAGA Inc. will fund future advertising costs.

A viral exchange claiming Donald Trump said the US needed $2 billion a day to reopen the Strait of Hormuz cannot be verified in official records, while China's alleged response is also unsupported.

Republican Senator Roger Marshall's Kansas re-election campaign has become unexpectedly competitive after a medical debt controversy, voter frustration over costs and close polling boosted Democrat Adam Hamilton.

Explore Devin Jacob Ballard's military background, his denial of the allegations and the response to Anna Yagi's death in Okinawa.

The Pentagon says Nidal Hasan's execution has been approved by President Donald Trump and will be carried out by firing squad, potentially marking the US military's first execution since 1961.

Cornell is under renewed scrutiny after disciplinary records revealed varied sanctions for seven Chi Phi members accused in a civil lawsuit, while investigations and protests continue.

Fairshake will back 32 House incumbents after the CLARITY Act stalled in the Senate, with six candidates set to receive $1 million each in planned spending.

More than 1,000 people protested Cornell University's handling of sexual assault allegations involving former Chi Phi members, demanding reforms, accountability and stronger disciplinary action.

More than 950,000 HealthCare.gov policyholders in 30 states will receive automatic $500 ACA payments; claims of Biden-era overcharges remain unproven.

Christa Pike's lethal injection in Tennessee was halted after two doses of pentobarbital failed to kill her, prompting lawyers to seek commutation and an independent investigation.

A rural Georgia farmer who voted for Donald Trump says a friend's father's deportation led her to plan a vote for Sen. Jon Ossoff.

Donald Trump's comments about Iran potentially attacking Los Angeles or San Diego at a Nebraska rally drew condemnation from Gavin Newsom and renewed online speculation about his health

Donald Trump confused Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz during a rally, criticised the Walz family and stumbled over the word 'Teletron'

Donald Trump's changing route to Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews prompted renewed scrutiny, with White House officials defending his walk and no medical explanation identified.

ICE lost more than 2,900 employees in the first half of 2026 despite a major recruitment drive, raising fresh questions about vetting, training and workforce stability.

Trump's chances of winning the Nobel Peace Prize are reportedly low, but experts warn his influence could still shape the 2026 race. Find out who decides the winner.

Susan Collins's committees received $50,000 from AM General-linked donors after Congress approved $345M for Army JLTVs, despite plans to halt purchases.

Lawyers for Trump's former co-defendants want the 11th Circuit to move a November hearing over Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago report to January 2027 or later.

Geriatric neurologist Germaine Odenheimer said medication and reduced political restraints might help explain Donald Trump's behaviour, while stressing that no diagnosis had been established.

The Trump administration is directing military cyber and intelligence agencies to counter foreign threats to the 2026 elections, prompting debate over the extent of military involvement.