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Sherrone Moore’s former executive assistant Paige Shiver has filed a new lawsuit against the University of Michigan, alleging the school blocked her FOIA requests after Moore’s firing — a move she says ignored the serious professional relationship between them. Despite the university reportedly spending $12 million on an internal investigation into Moore’s conduct — including alleged departmental...

Two police dogs, Rip and Boomer, died after being left in a patrol car in New Jersey on a 81-degree day — sparking criminal charges against officer Henderson for animal cruelty and neglect. Rip, a narcotics dog, and Boomer, a bomb-sniffing Springer Spaniel, were both highly trained and beloved, leaving the department and community heartbroken. Prosecutors say Henderson turned off the car and left...

A Chilean content creator turned his Mazda into a rolling World Cup shrine, covering it with 11,000 official stickers to celebrate the tournament—even though Chile didn’t qualify. Inspired by childhood dreams of completing a sticker album, he now drives the “FIFA Mobile” across cities, handing out albums and stickers to kids, turning his car into a joyful symbol of football fandom. His wife initia...

In a high-stakes Utah courtroom, prosecutors push for trial and the death penalty in the case of Tyler Robinson, accused of murdering conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Key evidence includes damning statements from Robinson’s roommate, Lance Twiggs — granted immunity — and a chilling note Robinson allegedly left saying he targeted Kirk “because he had enough of his hatred.” The defense fights to...

An ICE officer shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston — a man who’d lived and worked in the U.S. for 35 years, built a construction business, and was close to legal status. ICE claims he rammed their vehicle after entering illegally, but no video or photos have been released. His family and civil rights advocates demand accountability, pointing to a troubling pattern: at least eight dea...

China’s auto industry is in full global overdrive—exporting 80% more passenger cars in June alone, mostly electric, with over 4.4 million shipped in H1. Domestically, sales cratered 26% in June amid fierce price wars, shaky housing markets, and slashed EV incentives, with experts forecasting a 10% drop in total light vehicle sales this year. Automakers like BYD are aggressively expanding overseas,...

Migrants deported from the U.S. to a luxury hotel in Equatorial Guinea—owned by the president and previously used for COVID-19 isolation—are now allegedly sharing quarters with a suspected Ebola patient, sparking alarm and legal outcry. Seventeen deportees from Angola and Ethiopia say they heard doctors warn of the danger, yet received no official updates or protective measures. Lawyers report det...

Australia and India have struck a long-awaited uranium deal, ending years of diplomatic wrangling and paving the way for India’s nuclear energy expansion. Though details on volume and timing remain vague, the agreement signals a major shift in Indo-Pacific security and trade, especially as Australia and India deepen defense ties amid rising regional tensions — including Australia’s recent concerns...

Eswatini just welcomed its fourth group of U.S. deportees under a secretive third-country agreement, housing 11 people — including some in a maximum-security prison — while claiming to uphold humanitarian values and international law. Critics warn of lack of transparency and accountability, as local groups challenge the practice in court, and only a few deportees have actually returned home. With...

Another person is dead after a fatal shooting by a federal task force in Memphis — marking the second such incident in just four days and the fourth death linked to the unit since September. Agents serving a drug warrant at a hotel forced entry when the suspect refused to open the door, leading to a deadly exchange. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is now investigating. This follows a similar...

Andy Burnham is poised to become Labour’s next leader in a swift, almost inevitable race, with nominations closing July 16th and his swearing-in potentially just days after. Backed by former party figures like Al Carns, who’s stepping aside to avoid internal chaos, Burnham’s “Manchesterism” agenda promises economic revival while pledging foreign policy continuity—NATO, nuclear deterrent, and U.S....

Southern China reels from catastrophic flooding triggered by Tropical Storm Maysak, now claiming 39 lives—with 26 in Hengzhou after a dam breach—and 9 still missing. Record rains overwhelmed reservoirs, trapped residents for days, and even sent zoo animals fleeing, including zebras and birds, while snakes escaped farms prompting antivenom alerts. Cleanup crews are restoring power to 60,000 homes a...

Mexico is escalating its response to the deaths of its citizens in U.S. custody, demanding criminal charges for 17 Mexicans who died during immigration enforcement or in detention — a bold shift from diplomacy to direct legal action. The government is also suing U.S. detention contractors for human rights abuses, following the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent. Mexican Presi...

Ebola in Congo is spiraling out of control with over 600 deaths and cases now appearing in previously untouched regions like Tshopo and Haut-Uele. Two suspected cases in Kisangani—one linked to the outbreak zone, the other with no known connection—raise alarms. This is the continent’s fastest-growing outbreak, fueled by the deadly Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved vaccine or treatment. Hope...

South Korea’s Supreme Court just handed former President Yoon Suk Yeol a seven-year prison term for illegally declaring martial law in 2024 and covering it up — a move that sparked a national crisis and was swiftly repealed by lawmakers. The court found he bypassed proper procedures by not consulting his cabinet and then used presidential security forces to resist arrest. Despite not attending the...

China’s recent ballistic missile test in the South Pacific, conducted within a treaty-protected zone, has ignited global concern and regional backlash. Seen as part of a broader military buildup, the launch underscores China’s expanding sea-based nuclear capabilities and its growing strategic posture toward the U.S. While Beijing claims advance notice, Pacific nations—still reeling from past nucle...

A deadly fire at a shoe factory in China’s shoe capital claimed 28 lives, fueled by flammable materials and blocked stairwells, sparking national outrage and President Xi’s demand for accountability. Factory owners are detained, assets frozen, as authorities investigate amid a troubling pattern of industrial disasters across the country. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://s...

AI notetakers promise to save you time by summarizing meetings and generating to-do lists—but they’re secretly turning your conversations into data that could leak, resell, or train other AI models. Confidential info, trade secrets, and even privileged client talks are at risk, with voiceprints adding another layer of fraud potential. Experts warn against using them, urging users to demand transpa...

Major news outlets including The New York Times and the Chicago Tribune are suing OpenAI in federal court, accusing the AI giant of hiding evidence that shows it trained its models on millions of copyrighted news articles — essentially stealing content and traffic without permission. The newspapers argue this violates fair competition and copyright law, while OpenAI counters that it’s protecting u...

Germany’s taking a major leap in defense by securing U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles — long-range, precision weapons capable of striking deep behind enemy lines — in a deal finalized at the NATO summit. Chancellor Merz says this move fills a critical gap in Germany’s military strategy, responding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and boosting European security through shared U.S. tech. With a 1,0...

Jewish Americans are feeling politically adrift, with many saying neither Democrats nor Republicans truly represent them — especially as antisemitism surges and tensions around Israel deepen. A major poll reveals 63% view rising antisemitism as extremely or very concerning, while 77% believe it’s worsening since three years ago. Some Jewish Democrats report being silenced for supporting Israel, le...

France just returned a treasure trove of ancient Syrian artifacts—including Roman bronzes, Byzantine relics, Islamic art, and a Umayyad mosaic—to Syria after years of diplomatic stalemate. Loaned for an exhibition in 2011, the pieces stayed in Paris as relations soured. Syria hailed France as the first nation to help recover antiquities, a move that follows years of blocked efforts amid sanctions...

A U.S.-brokered peace deal between Lebanon and Israel hangs in the balance, sparking fierce political division. Israel insists on Hezbollah disarmament before full troop withdrawal, igniting outrage from Hezbollah allies who warn of civil war if the government pushes ahead. The deal, touted by Lebanon’s Western-backed government as a path to reclaiming territory and returning displaced families, i...

When Italy’s struggling southern region of Calabria turns to Cuban doctors for lifesaving healthcare, the U.S. is pressuring Rome to end the program — calling it a cash grab by Havana. But Calabria’s governor refuses, signing individual contracts to keep the doctors on staff, even as they send part of their pay back to Cuba. Patients praise their skill and compassion, while local hospitals stay op...

Tensions escalate as US and Iran exchange devastating strikes for a second night—America hits 90 targets including missile sites and infrastructure, while Iran retaliates by attacking US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, which largely held firm. President Trump claims Iran reached out for a deal, though Tehran denies it. Massive crowds in Iran mourn slain Ayatollah Khamenei, with some waving banners ca...