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France has opened an investigation into racist comments made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against Kylian Mbappé, following Paraguay's World Cup defeat.

Donald Trump's health is questioned again after visible bruises and swelling were noticed during the NATO summit, raising concerns about transparency from the White House regarding his condition.

Thousands of US federal employees express concern over job security after the Trump administration removes civil service protections, reclassifying nearly 8,000 workers under a new policy.

FIFA is investigating alleged racist abuse against streamer IShowSpeed during two World Cup matches involving Argentina, sparking widespread online condemnation and calls for action.

Trump denied $227 million in blizzard aid to four Democratic-led states days after approving relief for Republican states with far smaller damage claims.

A Brown professor says about 50 students used AI to cheat, yet leaders stayed silent. With costs near $100,000 a year, parents are asking what an Ivy League degree proves.

Trump wants the Supreme Court to rehear its birthright citizenship ruling after Texas border billboards advertised birth packages, but no argued case has been reheard since 1965.

Donald Trump's switch from a Qatari gifted Boeing 747 to the older Air Force One during his Turkey visit raises safety concerns amidst US-Iran tensions.

Ohio Representative Max Miller faces abuse allegations from two former partners, prompting scrutiny of Republican accountability and leadership amid growing controversy.

Victor Marx, a Republican candidate for Colorado governor, faces controversy over claims of killing people and military involvement, raising questions about his past and credibility.

Donald Trump's renewed interest in Greenland has sparked European concerns over sovereignty and security, highlighting tensions in transatlantic relations and questioning the future of US-European alliances.

Meta's AI data centre in Cheyenne, Wyoming, faces criticism after rare bacteria were found in wastewater, leading to new environmental regulations and concerns over AI infrastructure impacts.

The US resumed airstrikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, targeting military sites following Iran's alleged attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz

A flight instructor in Argentina jumped from a training aircraft, leaving his student to land the plane alone as her calm response drew widespread praise while authorities continued investigating the incident.

Russia's economy faces strain with fuel shortages and rising inflation, affecting households and businesses amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

President Trump has ordered a halt to US trade with Spain due to its refusal to meet NATO's 5% GDP defence spending target, escalating tensions within the alliance

Four US states demand $1.4 trillion from Meta, alleging Instagram and Facebook were designed to addict young users, misleading the public on safety. The trial is set for August

President Trump mistakenly claimed Japan fired missiles at a US carrier, confusing it with Iran, amid rising US-Iran tensions.

New Mexico health officials report the first wildlife plague case of 2026 after a rat tested positive, advising residents to take precautions as the disease remains a public health concern.

The Seventh Circuit Court has reopened Florida's lawsuit against the AAP, allowing the state to pursue claims about transgender youth treatments, with significant implications for state and federal legal dynamics.

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican builder in Houston, was fatally shot by ICE agents, prompting calls for an independent investigation from his family and local leaders.

President Trump announces plans to remove Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation, following a meeting with Syrian President al-Sharaa at the NATO summit, aiming to boost Syria's economic recovery.

A Venezuelan mother kept her children alive for eleven days by breastfeeding them under earthquake rubble, symbolising resilience amid a humanitarian crisis. Her story has captured global attention.

A senior Iranian lawmaker warns Trump that no American soldier would survive an attempt to seize Kharg Island, amid escalating tensions and military threats between the US and Iran.

Kash Patel released new FBI figures on foreign spies, cyber indictments and disrupted plots without detailing the reporting period or methodology.

Meta faces a potential $1.4 trillion penalty in a youth safety lawsuit as four US states accuse it of addicting teens to Facebook and Instagram, with a New Mexico verdict adding pressure.

Russia is experiencing widespread fuel shortages due to Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries, affecting nearly all regions and prompting emergency measures and importation of fuel.

Argentina's Football Federation is under US investigation for potential money laundering, coinciding with the national team's World Cup campaign. The probe involves significant financial transactions through American banks.

During a NATO meeting, President Trump mistakenly referred to Japan instead of Iran, sparking renewed debate over his mental fitness and cognitive health.