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SpaceX will spend $100B on a Louisiana spaceport, its largest, to fly Starship and launch up to 1 million AI data-centre satellites into orbit.

As Donald Trump ordered flags lowered for Dolly Parton, Republican-led legislatures in Missouri and Indiana had already cut funding for her free children's book program

At least 47 American tourists are missing after a glacier-fed flood wiped out villages on the Nepal-China border, killing more than 150 as US families await State Department updates.

Queensland's economy outpaces national growth, driven by tourism, construction, and services. Interstate migration boosts population, while Olympic preparations and housing challenges shape future prospects.

A Kenyan man in Canada changed his African name to a Western one on his résumé, leading to job offers and sparking discussions on workplace bias and immigrant assimilation.

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused of orchestrating the 9/11 attacks, is set to stand trial in June 2028, nearly 27 years after the attacks, amid ongoing legal and procedural challenges.

Nepal flash floods have left 33 British tourists missing, including a 13-year-old girl, as rescue teams expand operations.

The proposed €6 billion Dragon Ball theme park near Paris lacks approval from Japanese rights holders, despite backing from Macron and Saudi Arabia. Critics raise concerns over human rights and licensing issues.

A federal judge has permanently blocked a Texas drag law, citing First Amendment violations and vague language that could criminalise performances like those honouring Elvis Presley or Dolly Parton.

Preston Harp reveals his sister Natalie's devotion to Trump stems from their mother's teachings, not romance, highlighting her lifelong fascination with political leaders and raising security concerns.

Barron Trump's rare public voice has sparked online curiosity, highlighting his private life amidst a public family. Despite limited public speaking, he communicates privately and influences behind the scenes.

A study looks at the prevalence of daily gambling, pornography, and gaming among young men, linking these habits to increased feelings of failure, loneliness, and depression.

Massachusetts State Rep. Francisco Paulino has been arrested for allegedly orchestrating a pandemic fraud scheme, manipulating federal programmes to fund personal ventures and campaign activities.

Iranian lawmakers have approved a bill criminalising unauthorised contact with foreign media, threatening citizens with up to two years in prison for sharing information or engaging with international outlets.

US federal law enforcement dismantled a China-linked cyber-espionage network targeting key institutions like NASA and the Federal Reserve, seizing domains used for surveillance campaigns.

US Army chief Gen Randy George was dismissed after an investigation into an unauthorised helicopter flyby at Kid Rock's home was halted, raising questions about military leadership changes.

Meta has agreed to a $17.1 billion settlement imposing strict limits on teen use of Facebook and Instagram, avoiding CEO Mark Zuckerberg's court testimony. The deal awaits court approval.

A psychologist claims Donald Trump's involuntary arm spasms could indicate a neurodegenerative disease, raising concerns about his health.

Helicopter pilot Aman Budathoki reports 'extremely frightening' six metre waves as flash floods rip through northern Nepal, prompting urgent probes into glaciers, earthquakes and climate risks.

A federal judge has ordered the release of a witness in the ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, citing due process concerns and conflicting accounts of the incident.

Chuck Schumer has branded a US Supreme Court ruling on Donald Trump's mail-in voting policy a 'dagger' to democracy as legal battles intensify before the midterms.

MAGA influencer Jennica Pounds accused a government official of trying to lure her into an alleged 'Deep State' trap, before her previously undisclosed Pentagon role emerged during the online feud.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces calls to resign after two unvaccinated individuals died after contracting measles in Pennsylvania, highlighting renewed scrutiny of his controversial vaccine stance amid a significant outbreak.

Anthony Scaramucci reveals Donald Trump's use of a Bronx bronzer for his iconic tan, criticises his former boss, and discusses his brief White House tenure.

Donald Trump's latest financial disclosure shows his investment accounts bought Boeing and SpaceX shares alongside more than 1,000 other June transactions, renewing scrutiny of his financial interests in companies that do business with the federal government.

US lawmakers demand Israel free sick US student Sama Safi amid torture claims, legal concerns and warnings over her health.

President Trump's UFO disclosure campaign, led by Dr Avi Loeb, aims to increase transparency about UAPs, though no confirmed alien technology has been revealed yet

An Ecuadorian mother and her daughter were taken into ICE custody after surviving a Florida car crash, with records showing neither woman had a criminal history.

Tehran criticises US trade policies, linking them to broader economic coercion. Officials argue that American tactics against Canada reflect global bullying.