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Batarti Gabbard, brother of a former US spy chief, was arrested in Waikīkī for allegedly approaching children at a hotel pool. The incident highlights a family crisis involving mental health issues.

Trump‑era science advisers are working through the president's UFO files, explaining many glowing orb sightings as manmade plasmas or rare weather but one 'mother orb' over a US base still defies any conventional account.

A Ghanaian TikToker has been jailed for one year after admitting to publishing false claims that President John Mahama sacrificed 32 cows to win the 2024 election.

Israel has removed a key legal obstacle to Itamar Ben-Gvir's proposal to surround a prison holding Palestinian detainees with crocodiles, though the controversial plan still faces legal and practical hurdles.

A federal lawsuit challenges South Carolina's bans on tattoos above the shoulders and near churches, arguing these restrictions violate First Amendment rights and hinder artistic expression.

A new video from a defence summit at the US Army War College appears to show Donald Trump nodding off as Pete Hegseth praises his military leadership, reigniting online debate about the president's alertness.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has refused an 18% pay rise approved by the City Council, rejecting nearly $50,000 extra a year as he pushes an anti‑waste, pro‑tenant agenda.

President Trump claims 'affordability' is a fake word, sparking online mockery. His remarks highlight ongoing political debates over economic pressures and the cost of living.

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver discusses Caitlin Clark's involvement in a national debate over WNBA officiating, highlighting the unfair scrutiny she faces and the need for consistent rule enforcement.

New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. are under a Code Purple air quality alert as Canadian wildfire smoke descends on the East Coast

Donald Trump is reportedly upset with Benjamin Netanyahu over criticism of a potential US-Türkiye F-35 deal, straining their previously close relationship.

Trump revives China election interference claims, drawing a sharp denial from Beijing and raising fresh questions over US-China relations and a planned Xi Jinping summit.

Donald Trump's threat to seek the revocation of ABC and NBC's broadcast licences after they declined to air his speech live has drawn fierce online backlash and renewed scrutiny of the FCC's role.

The UK's silent amendment of sanctions against Cypriot lawyer Christodoulos Vassiliades highlights significant legal and ethical issues in the country's sanctions regime, raising questions about transparency and accountability.

JD Vance rejects as 'absurd' a report alleging Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff profited from US-Iran talks, firmly denying Iran ever warned him during negotiations.

Donald Trump's hoarse, 'cooked' voice and stumbles on a new teleprompter operator overshadow a White House address, hours after his usual teleprompter guy was benched over a $100k betting scandal.

Nitish Kaushal, linked to the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria crime group, was arrested in Vermont as part of an international crackdown on Indian organised crime, facing serious federal charges in the US.

Anti-US billboards depicting Donald Trump and his family have appeared in Tehran as the United States continues strikes against Iranian infrastructure. T

US Vice President JD Vance accuses Israeli officials of trying to influence American opinion to undermine Iran negotiations, exposing tensions between Washington and Jerusalem.

Trump demands that the broadcast licences of ABC and NBC be revoked after they skipped his primetime speech, accusing the networks of being 'part of a plot' without providing evidence.

The Trump administration has abruptly cancelled at least 44 US health-care research grants worth $63 million, blindsiding researchers who study how Americans receive medical care.

The White House celebrates a drop in inflation to 3.5% in June, citing economic progress, while facing scrutiny over fluctuating gas prices linked to its Freedom Fuel network project.

Karoline Leavitt faces criticism after a clip shows her dismissing scrutiny over Epstein files as a Democratic 'hoax' against Trump, sparking outrage on social media.

Jesse Watters faces criticism for joking about increased testosterone levels in the military, sparking debate over sexual assault concerns and Pete Hegseth's hormone testing policy.

An ICE agent involved in a fatal Maine shooting is identified by his ex-wife, raising concerns about vetting processes amid allegations of past violent behaviour.

White House teleprompter operator Gabriel Perez faces unpaid leave amid allegations of insider trading on prediction markets, using Trump's speech details to win over $100,000.

Senator John Fetterman has warned he would leave the Democratic Party if it officially turns against Israel, highlighting a growing divide within the party over its stance on the Jewish state.

Kai Trump, granddaughter of Donald Trump, prioritises her golfing career and social media influence over political discussions, despite her family's political prominence.

Former President Trump claims China hacked US voter data and interfered in the 2020 election, unveiling declassified intelligence and promoting his Save America Act amid scrutiny over evidence.