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FCC orders Disney's TV stations to renew licenses early, escalating tensions with Trump. Critics say the move challenges First Amendment rights and signals government overreach.

US petrol prices have surged to a four-year high due to geopolitical tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global oil supply and consumer costs.

A record number of House Republicans are retiring ahead of the 2026 midterms, driven by institutional frustration, financial considerations, and a shift towards state-level positions.

China's NDRC has blocked Meta's acquisition of Manus AI, citing concerns over technology transfer. The decision highlights China's regulatory stance on foreign investments in domestic AI assets.

UnitedHealthcare fired a social media manager after she expressed sympathy for an assassination attempt on President Trump, highlighting the company's zero-tolerance policy on violence.

Pope Leo XIV has said he no longer wants to answer questions about sex, urging the Catholic Church to stop 'revolving around sexual matters' and focus on justice and equality instead.

The United Arab Emirates' exit from OPEC sparks claims of 'the beginning of the end' for the group, unfolding amid Iran War–driven turmoil and uncertainty in the global oil industry.

Jane Fonda's Committee for the First Amendment defends Jimmy Kimmel after Trump's call for his firing over a satirical joke, highlighting ongoing free speech debates

The FBI and NASA dismiss conspiracy theories linking missing and deceased US scientists, citing no evidence of coordinated targeting.

Hundreds of Google employees have signed a petition urging CEO Sundar Pichai to reject a Pentagon AI deal, warning it could lead to 'unmonitored harm' in classified military use.

The Trump administration's new DHS guidance allows immigration officers to scrutinise immigrants' political speech, potentially affecting their residency or citizenship applications.

The US Department of Homeland Security plans to invest $7.5 million in smart glasses for immigration enforcement, sparking privacy concerns over technology's role in quiet enforcement tactics.

A new video analysis by commentator David Pakman claims Donald Trump's account of his response to a shooting scare at the White House Correspondents' Dinner does not match footage from the event.

The Melissa Isaak immigration judge controversy has ignited a fierce debate over judicial standards and federal vetting processes.

A Turning Point USA event featuring Erika Kirk and JD Vance was cancelled, sparking speculation about internal issues and leadership challenges within the organization.

Minocqua Brewing Company drew backlash after posting 'we almost got #freebeerday' following the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

The DOJ filed a motion against the National Trust for Historic Preservation, using unconventional language and citing national security concerns following a White House event shooting.

Senator Lindsey Graham supports using public funds for a new White House ballroom, citing national security. The proposal faces criticism and congressional hurdles over its $400 million cost.

Stephen King defends Jimmy Kimmel after Melania Trump calls for his cancellation over a joke made at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, highlighting political tensions.

A 60 Minutes Australia investigation reveals new allegations about Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch, including a 'designer baby project.' New Mexico's Truth Commission is investigating these claims.

Erika Kirk's emotional response to a security breach at the White House Correspondents' Dinner has sparked backlash, with critics urging her removal from Turning Point USA.

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed Kid Rock to fly in a US Army helicopter, sparking controversy over taxpayer costs and military asset use.

Stephen Sayle, a former tobacco executive, has been appointed as CDC deputy director for legislative affairs, sparking concerns about industry influence in public health policy.

The US Supreme Court has cleared Texas to use a controversial mid‑decade election map expected to add up to five Republican House seats.

Elon Musk reacted to the White House Correspondents' dinner shooting by warning that would-be assassins could be even more dangerous in office, and later attacked US graduate schools as 'indoctrination camps.'

The US is currently grappling with the longest DHS shutdown in US history as Congress remains deadlocked over a $70 billion ICE funding plan.

A viral scandal involving Kash Patel and Alexis Wilkins at the White House Correspondents' Dinner raises questions about infidelity, fueled by social media speculation and past controversies.

Unverified audio claims Melania Trump struck a deal to suppress rumors before the 2016 election, raising questions about political damage control.

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