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The U.S. Justice Department has charged six senior Hamas leaders with terrorism-related crimes for their involvement in the deadly October 7th attacks, highlighting the ongoing conflict. In Ukraine, two Russian missiles struck a military academy and hospital in Poltava, marking one of the deadliest strikes since the war began. Former New York Governor aide Linda Sun and her husband have been charg...

President Biden recently came out and said Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu needs to do more for Gaza ceasefire deal. The U.S. seized an illegally obtained plane from Venezuela’s President after it was transported to Florida. Recent photos of the Titanic wreckage shows evidence of the ship’s bow deteriorating on the seafloor. 2 U.S. Marines were attacked as they disembarked in Turkey and are c...

Tens of thousands of Israelis protest, demanding a ceasefire after the deaths of six more hostages in Gaza. Germany's far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), is poised to win an eastern regional election. Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Russian energy infrastructure. Brazil’s watchdog telecommunications regulator has suspended access to the social network X. Should their...

The Supreme Court once again blocks Biden’s SAVE plan for student loan relief and traps it in appeals court. The IVF and Israel have enacted a large-scale strike in the Palestinian occupied West Bank in what some journalists are calling the largest attack in the area in 20 years. The AI tech company Nvidia exceeds Wall Street expectations in the current quarter with almost $1 billion more than pre...

Former President Trump has been indicted again for trying to overturn the 2020 election, with charges including conspiracy to defraud the U.S., though prosecutors adjusted their argument due to immunity rulings. Israeli hostage Qaid Farhan Alkadi was rescued after 326 days in Gaza and has been reunited with family. Donald Trump has added RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard to his transition team following t...

The upcoming VP debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is stirring controversy, with Harris’ team pushing for uncensored microphones, doubting Trump's ability to maintain a "presidential" demeanor. Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine, killing four and injuring many, marking one of the largest assaults in recent months. US Open champion Dominic Thiem e...

Israel launched pre-emptive airstrikes in southern Lebanon, sparking rocket retaliation from Hezbollah before both sides backed off, avoiding immediate escalation. Telegram founder Pavel Durov was arrested in Paris on charges related to money laundering and drug trafficking through his platform. Hurricane Hone struck Hawaii’s Big Island with 85 mph winds, leading to flash flood warnings. A Syrian...

Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic presidential nomination, emphasizing unity over division. British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch was found dead after his yacht sank off Sicily, with his daughter still missing. Israel’s new demands are delaying a ceasefire with Hamas, mainly due to concerns over military control of Gaza’s borders. Ukraine continues its air assault, while the U.S. approved a $12...

RFK Jr. is reportedly planning to end his independent campaign and endorse Donald Trump, with a decision expected by week's end. Ukraine launched 11 drones into Moscow, all of which were shot down by Russia without causing damage or casualties. Over 2,000 pro-Palestine protesters marched in Chicago during the third night of the Democratic National Convention, remaining mostly peaceful. Trump,...

RFK Jr. 's running mate announced a potential team up between Trump and Kennedy after his chances slimmed dramatically of winning in recent weeks. Barack and Michelle Obama headlined at the DNC in support of Harris yesterday, promoting unity. US Secretary of State Blinken ended his visit in Israel with time-essential plans for a ceasefire deal. Donald Trump hosted a rally in Howell, Michigan,...

President Joe Biden's speech at the DNC highlighted women's power, a Gaza ceasefire, and his age, but the convention was overshadowed by protestors demanding a ceasefire, who interrupted Biden's address. George Santos pled guilty to wire fraud and identity theft, facing a trial until February. J. Michael Luttig endorsed Kamala Harris for president, citing her as crucial for democracy....

Progressive activists rallied at the Democratic National Convention, pushing for abortion rights and a Gaza ceasefire. Zelenskyy clarified the Kursk invasion aimed to create a buffer zone against Russia. Blinken visited Israel to advocate for a Gaza ceasefire, while Hurricane Ernesto prompted East Coast beach closures. Trump continued his attacks on Kamala Harris, even targeting her appearance. So...

The Biden Administration successfully talked down the top 10 drug prices from Big Pharma for prescription drugs. The VP candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz have agreed to face off in a debate in October. Trump, supported by the Secret Service, will resume outdoor rallies with bulletproof glass protecting him following his recent assassination attempt. LA-based ballerina Ksenia Karelina was sentenced...

Kamala Harris now leads or ties Trump in 6 of 7 battleground states, indicating a major shift from the Biden campaign. Israel and Hamas are resuming ceasefire talks amid increasing pressure from the potential Iran conflict. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will resign next month due to low approval ratings and scandal. Trump’s hush money trial faces further delays as he requests Judge Merchan...

Russia's attempt to criticize Western support for Ukraine at a UN meeting was dismissed by many members who stood by Ukraine. Iran warned that only a Gaza ceasefire could prevent retaliation for the killing of a Hamas leader, with Hezbollah poised to support any Iranian action. Tropical Storm Ernesto is heading toward Puerto Rico, prompting school closures and National Guard activation. In U.S...

Elon Musk was set to interview Donald Trump, but an apparent DDOS attack caused its cancellation. Ukrainian military commander announces that the nation has seized control of almost 400 square miles of Russian controlled Kursk region. US defense secretary ordered missile submarines and the USS Abraham Lincoln to move towards the Middle East as threats of increased conflict loom. LA is hit with a m...

Ukrainian troops have begun an offensive in Russia's Kursk region, causing mass evacuations and Russian bombings. Donald Trump's campaign reported a hack by alleged Iranian agents, while Joe Biden defended his withdrawal from the race to “maintain democracy.” An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school killed 90 Palestinians, drawing UN criticism for evacuation orders. A plane crash in Brazil la...

Trump has recommitted to the September 10th debate against Kamala Harris, taunting her and questioning her campaign's validity. Tim Walz's military record is under scrutiny as he runs for VP, with JD Vance questioning his National Guard service. Polls show Arizona, Georgia, and Nevada shifting towards Harris in the presidential race. A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's southern c...

Taylor Swift was forced to cancel her Austria leg of the Eras Tour due to a terrorist threat on the stadium. A state of emergency was declared in Kursk, Russia as Ukrainian troops advance forward across the border. Illinois state governor calls for the resignation of the sheriff who oversaw the deputy who fatally shot and killed Sonya Massey in her home. The UK and Egypt has instructed their comme...

Kamala Harris unveiled Tim Walz as her vice presidential pick to bolster Democratic support in the Midwest. The DOJ charged Asif Merchant for a failed assassination plot against U.S. officials, including Trump. Hamas named Yahya Sinwar as its new leader, with Israel pledging to eliminate him after his alleged role in the Oct. 7th attack. Boeing is redesigning the 737 Max door plug after a safety f...

Welcome to Gimme Five with Jones and Eli on Current Two. Today, we're discussing a strange tale from independent presidential candidate RFK Jr. Ten years ago, RFK Jr. allegedly drove a dead bear cub from upstate New York to New York City's Central Park, intending to skin and eat it, but left it there after realizing he had a flight to catch. The bizarre story, shared by RFK Jr. himself, ha...

Stocks plummeted on Monday, raising fears of a U.S. recession as Dow and S&P saw their worst performances in over two years, though economists advise caution in assuming the worst. RFK Jr. admitted in a resurfaced video to dumping a dead bear cub in Central Park a decade ago, sparking controversy among conspiracy theorists. A judge ruled that Google has been exploiting users and stifling compe...

Summary: The US General responsible for American forces in the Middle East arrived in Israel this weekend to oversee preparations for looming threats of war. Kamala Harris met with an onslaught of potential VP candidate picks in a round of interviews. American runner Noah Lyles won the first gold medal for America in 20 years in his event by a fraction of a second. UK riots broke out in support of...

The US recognized Edmundo Gonzalez as Venezuela’s election winner, despite Maduro’s official victory. Three American prisoners returned from Russia after lengthy negotiations. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro canceled his Hamptons trip before Kamala Harris’s running mate announcement. GOP senators blocked a child tax credit bill over funding issues. Bookmaker Mathew Bowyer will plead guilty to i...

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused of masterminding the 9/11 attacks, has agreed to a plea deal for a lifelong sentence. The Defense Department announced that Mohammed and two accomplices will plead guilty next week. Hamas' top political leader was killed in an airstrike in Iran, with Iran blaming Israel and threatening retaliation, heightening regional tensions. Donald Trump made racially charge...