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President Trump emphasized his cognitive test success during a business summit, diverting attention from policy discussions

Vanessa Trump reemerges in public, focusing on family life amid boyfriend Tiger Woods' DUI controversy. Her daughter Kai's social media posts add to the spotlight, sparking online speculation.

Iran has launched the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, requiring ships to register and pay tolls to transit the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with the US over control of this vital waterway.

A viral video shows President Trump interacting with a young girl at a White House event, sparking debate over his comments and actions during the ceremony.

Trump Mobile's T1 phone launch, announced in June 2025, faces backlash due to billing issues, unfulfilled promises, and potential deceptive practices, prompting calls for an FTC investigation.

President Trump's promise of a $2,000 tariff dividend is questioned due to legal challenges and fiscal impracticalities, leaving many Americans uncertain about the pledge's fulfillment.

Elisabetta Tai Ferretto, an Italian accuser of Jeffrey Epstein, was found alive in the US after disappearing for two weeks, sparking an international search involving Italian and American authorities.

A viral video shows President Trump struggling to stay awake during a White House event, sparking health concerns and public scrutiny over his alertness and fitness as the oldest sitting US president.

Senate Republicans have added $1 billion in security funding for Trump's ballroom to an immigration bill, sparking controversy over taxpayer money and political priorities.

US officials spark controversy after linking rising beef prices to drought, wildfires, and political decisions while dismissing climate change, fueling debate over food inflation causes.

Gunfire erupted near the White House when Secret Service agents confronted an armed man, injuring a teenage bystander and triggering a temporary lockdown.

White House lawyers are briefing officials on how to handle potential probes if Democrats win a chamber in November, as Donald Trump and Republicans face declining approval ratings.

Dubai's tourism sector faces a significant downturn due to the US–Iran conflict, affecting hotels, airports and businesses.

A Washington Post investigation uncovers increased use of force in US immigration detention centers, revealing systemic issues and lack of accountability, with detainees often subjected to chemical force.

Connecticut's new ICE bill, signed by Governor Ned Lamont, bans masks for federal agents, expands lawsuit rights, and limits arrests in sensitive locations like schools and hospitals.

A new bipartisan bill seeks to prevent for-profit firms from exploiting disabled veterans by using automated calls to track and charge for benefits, following reports of predatory practices.

A US court released Bryan Rafael Gómez, an undocumented immigrant, without knowing he was wanted for murder in the Dominican Republic, raising questions about ICE's information-sharing practices.

California faces a fuel crisis as the last Middle East oil shipment arrives, with only weeks of supply left. Refinery closures and geopolitical tensions exacerbate the state's vulnerability.

Activists protested the 2026 Met Gala with urine bottles outside, criticising wealth inequality and corporate power, sparking a debate about the luxury event.

Delta Air Lines will cut free snacks on sub-350-mile flights, affecting 450 routes daily and sparking backlash amid rising industry cost pressures.

An Arkansas education director was sentenced for orchestrating a 'child fight club' at a school for vulnerable children, receiving jail time, house arrest, and probation after pleading guilty.

US petrol prices have reached a four-year high amid the Iran conflict, with Trump promising relief post-war. Analysts remain skeptical as prices continue to rise, impacting American families.

Two Brits have been infected with hantavirus aboard the MV Hondius. They join five other cases, three fatal, as the cause of the outbreak remains unknown.

A political storm in Washington arises as Trump's directive for UFO declassification meets resistance, amid claims of a decades-long cover-up of non-human intelligence since the 1940s.

Marjorie Taylor Greene alleges Donald Trump blamed her for threats against her son in a text exchange, fuelling renewed scrutiny of their political rift.

A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has resulted in three deaths and left passengers stranded off Cape Verde, with local authorities refusing docking due to health concerns.

Melania Trump faces allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein, with claims of a 'fixer' managing the fallout. Her team denies wrongdoing and warns of legal action against accusers.

According to Greene's account, the conversation happened after she refused to withdraw support from a discharge petition tied to the Epstein Files Transparency Act.

Viral clips and interviews have sparked speculation about Erika Kirk's relationship with her late husband's parents, with debates focusing on perceived emotional distance and lack of interaction.