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The IRS has confirmed there is no new August 2026 stimulus check on the way, despite viral claims of a $2,000 'tariff refund' tied to Donald Trump's proposals.

Kash Patel's $10 million lawsuit against Jim Stewartson was dismissed, prompting Stewartson's viral victory lap and igniting fresh debate over online speech, defamation and jurisdiction.

A US health envoy's presentation at the AIDS 2026 conference featured an AI-generated map that mislabelled African countries, highlighting concerns over AI's role.

Former Trump aide Alyssa Farah Griffin says White House insiders fear Donald Trump is 'sleepwalking' into a midterm disaster as his approval ratings plunge.

Reports suggest internal tensions in the White House over Iran strategy, with disagreements between hawks and restraint-minded advisers.

A federal judge has allowed Medicaid work requirements to proceed, despite concerns they may force seriously ill individuals to prove their incapacity to retain health coverage.

Explore Elon Musk's $120M political spending strategy for the midterm elections, targeting key states with door-to-door campaigns amidst a Wisconsin bribery investigation.

Ceuta faces a humanitarian crisis as thousands of migrants cross from Morocco, overwhelming local authorities. With 15 deaths reported, the situation highlights the need for international cooperation.

Scientists warn that climate change is making devastating wildfires in Europe more frequent, with conditions that fuel these fires becoming significantly more common, posing a growing threat to the continent.

A US State Department map made with OpenAI tools mislabelled every African country at the AIDS 2026 summit, and a former official blamed Trump's deep staffing cuts.

A podcast claims Barron Trump communicated with Andrew Tate, sparking debate over Tate's political connections.

Italian officials are considering reintroducing border controls for travellers from Spain.

DoorDash will pay $104 million to NYC delivery workers after a settlement over misused customer tips. The agreement aims to improve transparency and compensate affected workers from 2017 to 2019.

Joe Rogan's associates, including Sean Strickland and Sean Ryan, criticise Donald Trump, likening his rallies to Hitler's rise, sparking debate over Rogan's political stance.

A Pentagon photo showing an AI prompt to 'Create a WAR' sparked online panic, later clarified as a tool for Weekly Action Reports, not military planning.

Police have a credible CCTV sighting of missing paramedic Kayla Boisvert, last seen at Shambhala Festival. Investigators seek public help to trace her movements near the Canada-US border.

The State Department expands the rollout of a new commemorative passport featuring President Trump's portrait, sparking public debate and high demand despite the complex application process.

A routine Oval Office briefing ended abruptly, sparking speculation after President Trump's confusing remarks on foreign policy. The unexpected conclusion became a widely discussed political moment.

A US federal judge has upheld stricter Medicaid rules requiring documentation for exemptions, despite legal challenges and concerns over administrative burdens for patients with severe health conditions.

The Japanese yen surged against the US dollar, likely due to an unannounced market intervention by Tokyo authorities, marking its largest single-day gain since 2022 amid high trading volumes.

A coordinated cyberattack targeted 36 municipal water systems in Minnesota, suspected to be linked to Iran. The attack disrupted operations but did not involve ransom demands or data theft.

Mandela Barnes exits the Wisconsin governor race amid unverified misconduct claims, leaving Francesca Hong as the leading candidate ahead of the 11 August primary.

US mortgage rates have surged to a 12-month high, driven by inflation and geopolitical tensions, impacting the housing market and increasing borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers.

A mass migration at the Ceuta border resulted in nine deaths as thousands attempted to enter the Spanish enclave from Morocco, prompting calls for a national emergency and military intervention.

A viral clip from Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral shows a man grimacing behind Trump, sparking 'dirty diaper' rumours. Expert Judi James debunks these claims, attributing expressions to grief, not scandal.

Amnesty International's report reveals India's ongoing arms exports to Israel during the Gaza conflict, raising concerns about potential contributions to alleged genocide. The report urges India to halt these exports.

A plea deal offering a one-day jail sentence for a child abuse case has sparked bipartisan outrage against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, impacting his Senate race.

The European Commission has announced a €30bn initiative to establish AI gigafactories, aiming to reduce Europe's dependence on US and Chinese technology by enhancing its own AI infrastructure.

Thousands of migrants are attempting to reach Ceuta, Spain, exploiting a legal loophole. The Spanish government faces pressure to declare a national emergency as the border struggles to manage the influx.