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ICE admits wrong man killed in Texas; Israel shares new Trump assassination intel 10.07.2026 10:41
ICE agents say the Mexican man killed during a Houston traffic stop wasn’t the person they were looking for. So why did the stop turn deadly anyway? Plus, Israel reportedly warned the U.S. about a new Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump. But not everyone in Washington is convinced by it. And the roommate of the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk testifies with a striking claim. He...
US, Iran trade new strikes; Platner exits Maine Senate race 09.07.2026 11:00
The U.S. strikes Iran for a second straight night. More than 90 targets have now been struck as President Donald Trump warns Tehran it could get much worse. Plus, Democrats are back to square one in Maine. Graham Platner drops out amid mounting pressure, forcing the party to replace its nominee in a race that could decide the Senate. And Kentucky’s governor demands answers from Sen. Mitch McConnel...
Trump declares Iran ceasefire ‘over’; Criticizes NATO allies over defense, Greenland 08.07.2026 10:08
President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over after new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz Plus, Republicans insist they’ve spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell as rumors about his health continue to spread. But their message leaves one key question unanswered. And Democrats are already preparing for a post-Platner race before he’s even left it. New contenders are wasting little time steppi...
Macron safe after Syria blasts; Platner weighs dropping Senate bid after rape allegation 07.07.2026 9:37
President Donald Trump heads to Turkey seeking greater NATO defense commitments. But Ukraine and Iran could complicate the talks. Plus, Maine Democrats face a growing problem. A new rape allegation has their Senate nominee weighing whether to stay in the race. And after days of controversy, Team USA is heading home. Belgium routs the Americans despite Folarin Balogun’s return. These stories and mo...
Kyiv battered in Russian assault; Trump’s FIFA intervention ignites backlash 06.07.2026 10:03
Russia hits Kyiv overnight with another massive barrage just before NATO leaders meet. Plus, Iran is burying its longtime supreme leader, but one person is still missing from public view. And a call from President Donald Trump is turning into a World Cup firestorm. And now America’s leading scorer is back on the field after FIFA reversed his suspension. These stories and more highlight your Unbias...
Iran preps for supreme leader’s funeral; Olympian charged with Reflecting Pool vandalism 03.07.2026 6:59
Technical talks between the U.S. and Iran have been put on hold as the country prepares to hold a multi-day funeral for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Events officially begin on Saturday, making a statement as it’s the same day America will celebrate 250 years of independence. Plus, a former Olympian is now facing federal charges after prosecutors say he purposely and “violently” rip...
Russian launches massive strike on Ukraine capital; Sky-high proposal ends in arrests 02.07.2026 8:21
Russia pounds Ukraine with more attacks on Kyiv. This morning, more than a dozen Ukrainians were killed, and others are trapped in the rubble. Plus, the death toll from the Venezuela earthquakes now exceeds 2,000, but tens of thousands remain missing one week later. And they made it to the top of the Empire State Building’s spire, kissed and the guy apparently proposed. How the two daredevils cli...
Johnson calls early recess amid SAVE Act standoff; Trump calls for law ending birthright citizenship 01.07.2026 8:20
A fight within the Republican Party has lawmakers shutting down and heading home early ahead of the holiday. What’s behind the rift? Plus, Democratic socialists are once again declaring victory in their efforts to unseat the establishment. How far left is Colorado after Tuesday night? And the president’s financial disclosures show he made a killing in crypto. These stories and more highlight your...
Trump’s Supreme Court wins and losses; Venezuela rescue efforts turn desperate 30.06.2026 11:51
The Supreme Court is issuing several major new opinions. President Donald Trump calls one a “big win,” but others don’t go his way. Plus, the United Nations is preparing for even more tragedy in Venezuela as rescue crews run out of time to pull survivors from last week’s earthquakes. And why critics say a newly passed House bill to protect kids online misses the mark. These stories and more highli...
US-Iran continue talks despite weekend strikes; Colorado wildfires turn deadly 29.06.2026 8:42
After a weekend of back-and-forth strikes, the U.S. says technical talks with Iran remain on track. However, one U.S. official says President Donald Trump’s patience may be wearing thin. Plus, rescuers in Venezuela remain hopeful of locating survivors in the rubble, despite search efforts entering their fifth day. And what you need to know about a dangerous heat wave moving through the U.S. this w...
Venezuela quake rescue efforts grow; Judge orders more Epstein files released 26.06.2026 8:19
The search for survivors continues in Venezuela as the death toll climbs after the country’s twin earthquakes. Rescue crews are still racing to find people trapped beneath the rubble. Plus, a judge is ordering the Justice Department to release more of the Epstein files, or explain every remaining redaction. The deadline is now set for next week. And the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool controversy...
Twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela; GOP senators reverse course after Trump clash 25.06.2026 9:02
Two major earthquakes struck Venezuela just 39 seconds apart, turning one disaster into two. Rescuers are still searching through the rubble while officials work to determine the full toll. Plus, President Donald Trump goes to Capitol Hill to unite Republicans, but ends up in a heated clash over Iran. Hours later, two key senators reverse course. And the White House wants to make a cheaper gasolin...
Mamdani flexes political muscle; Trump’s Reflecting Pool headache grows 24.06.2026 9:31
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani wasn’t on the ballot, but three candidates he backed won Tuesday night. The results suggest the mayor’s political influence is growing fast. Plus, the Senate votes to rebuke Trump’s Iran policy. Even though the measure won’t change policy, it sends a message. And the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool controversy continues to grow. New questions emerge about what’s...
Congress takes aim at housing costs; National Guard deployed to Reflecting Pool 23.06.2026 8:03
Buying a home feels more out of reach than ever, but Washington may have found one thing both parties agree on. The Senate has advanced a plan to build more homes and to take on big investors, and the House could vote on it today. Plus, President Donald Trump’s new intelligence chief isn’t wasting any time. Bill Pulte begins cutting jobs just days after taking over the nation’s intelligence office...
Starmer resigns, Britain searches for new PM; Iran talks survive rocky start 22.06.2026 8:58
Britain is about to get another prime minister. Keir Starmer is stepping down following a bruising political collapse, and attention is already shifting to the man many believe could replace him. Plus, the U.S.-Iran peace deal barely survives its first week. New fighting in Lebanon has delayed talks, and President Donald Trump is openly discussing restarting military action. And the Lincoln Memori...
Iran talks delayed after new strikes; Renovated Reflecting Pool already peeling 19.06.2026 10:22
Peace talks with Iran are next on the agenda. So why has Vice President JD Vance’s trip been delayed as Israel resumes strikes in Lebanon? The answer could shape what happens next. Plus, more than two feet of rain turns parts of the Gulf Coast into lakes. Homes are flooded, vehicles are swept away and the danger isn’t over yet. And the Pentagon made flu shots optional. Now, a major outbreak at an...
Trump, Iran sign peace deal early; Arthur raises flood threat along Gulf Coast 18.06.2026 10:25
The U.S. and Iran sign a deal sooner than expected, but the biggest issue is still unresolved. The fighting stops while negotiators turn to Iran’s nuclear program. Plus, the Fed leaves rates unchanged, and the new chairman lays out his first roadmap on inflation. And Tropical Storm Arthur is weakening, but the flood threat is growing. One forecast detail could make all the difference along the Gul...
Georgia voters split on Trump picks; Bystanders help survivors after Texas jet crash 17.06.2026 9:50
President Donald Trump wins in one of the night’s biggest primaries, but loses in another. Georgia Republicans embrace his Senate pick, but voters have other ideas in the governor’s race. Plus, a business jet crashes onto a Texas highway and erupts into flames. What happens next turns a group of passing motorists into unlikely rescuers. And a freshly renovated Washington landmark is already battli...
G7 opens with Iran, Ukraine in focus; B-52 crash kills 8 on test flight 16.06.2026 9:24
President Donald Trump arrives at the G7, claiming he helped end one war. Now he’s turning his attention to another. Plus, a routine test flight turns into a deadly fireball in the California desert. All eight people on board a B-52 died moments after takeoff. And Iran’s World Cup team claims it was told to leave the U.S. just hours after its opening match. The coach says what happened next wasn’t...
Iran deal set to reopen Strait of Hormuz; UFC fight night transforms White House 15.06.2026 8:44
President Donald Trump was threatening new strikes just days ago. Now he’s celebrating a deal with Iran that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease pressure on global oil markets. Plus, a skydiving trip ends in tragedy when a plane crashes seconds after takeoff in Missouri. Investigators are now trying to determine what went wrong. And the White House South Lawn gets an unusual makeover. Trump...
Deal or no deal? Iran outlines draft terms; SpaceX hits Wall Street 12.06.2026 10:08
President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran is nearly complete. Tehran is discussing reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but it’s still refusing to confirm that the agreement is final. Plus, Trump’s controversial intelligence pick creates a Capitol Hill headache, and now he’s moving to replace him before a key surveillance deadline hits. And SpaceX begins trading Friday in what could become the bigge...
US strikes again, Iran retaliates; Knicks pull off historic Finals comeback 11.06.2026 10:31
Peace talks are still happening, but so are the airstrikes. The U.S. hits Iran again, and Tehran fires back at American allies across the Gulf. Plus, inflation is back above 4%, and President Donald Trump says that’s good news. His reasoning may surprise you. And the Knicks looked dead at halftime. Hours later, they completed the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history. These stories and more highl...
Iran launches retaliatory strikes; Platner advances in key Senate race 10.06.2026 9:29
President Donald Trump has said peace could be close, but the bombs continue to fall. U.S. forces strike Iran again after an American helicopter is shot down, leaving a major question about the president’s prediction of a deal within days. Plus, Graham Platner survives weeks of controversy to win Maine’s Democratic Senate primary. Now both parties are staring at one of the year’s most closely watc...
Late ballots knock Pratt out of LA runoff; Trump draws spotlight at NBA Finals 09.06.2026 10:04
Los Angeles looked headed for a celebrity-versus-incumbent showdown. But days of ballot counting flipped the race, setting up a very different fight for City Hall. Plus, Apple promises a much smarter Siri after years of watching rivals dominate the AI space. The question now is whether the upgrade is enough to change the perception that Apple is simply playing catch-up. And President Donald Trump...
Missiles fly on Day 100 of war in Iran; Penn Station stabbing injures six 08.06.2026 10:47
The war in Iran reaches Day 100, as fresh attacks and new threats cast doubt on how much longer the ceasefire will hold. Plus, a knife attack at Penn Station sends six people to the hospital, striking one of the nation’s busiest transit hubs at a moment when New York is already on high alert. And an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fight at the White House heads to court. Opponents say the eve...
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