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A Brooklyn judge blasted the Trump DOJ's 'highly unusual' move to drop Gautam Adani's bribery case, refusing two counts and probing a $10 billion US investment pledge.

Text messages from Dr Anthony Fauci reveal early concerns about COVID-19 vaccine risks for pregnant women, contrasting with public reassurances. The messages are part of a Senate investigation.

Disgraced YouTuber EDP445 admits to predatory behaviour in a new documentary, yet remains unprosecuted due to legal challenges with vigilante evidence, as explored by Chris Hansen.

Alaska Airlines rebooked two passengers after Miami-Dade deputies found no credible 'take over' threat but temporarily banned them for disrupting Flight 305.

US Senator Bernie Sanders urges AI firms to uphold their safety promises, warning of Senate action if they fail to pause risky developments.

Federal investigators are examining whether the Liberty Island boat that capsized, killing a mother and infant, was operating as an illegal charter.

A flesh-eating parasite is spreading north after decades of US eradication, with Mexico reporting rising human cases and Texas livestock infections.

Taylor Swift's songs were removed from Trump-affiliated TikTok posts, fuelling speculation about a policy change allowing artists to target specific accounts. TikTok has not confirmed any changes prompted by Swift.

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, leads the Wisconsin governor primary amidst criticism from Donald Trump and scepticism within her party, highlighting a turbulent race with significant national attention.

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit western Colombia, killing at least 22 people. Rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities assess damage and casualties, with significant structural damage reported in Cali.

A Porter Airlines flight was cancelled after a child refused to fasten their seatbelt, causing delays and leaving passengers stranded overnight at Victoria International Airport.

The Korea Football Association apologises for allegations of 'sexual bribery' involving foreign referees, as police consider criminal charges. The scandal involves corporate funds used for adult entertainment.

Netanyahu rejects Trump's Gaza peace plan and refuses an IDF withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed, throwing the US-backed roadmap into a dramatic standoff.

Trump supports a permanent daylight saving plan but health experts and religious communities raise concerns over biological and practical impacts.

An Iranian adviser suggests Tehran should avoid both war and deals with Trump, advocating for strategic patience until his presidency ends in 2029, while denying direct US talks.

Trump's top lawyer David Warrington is leaving the White House just months before the midterms, raising questions about the sudden exit of a key adviser on presidential power.

US President Trump expressed outrage after a judge dismissed charges against Olympian David Hearn, accused of vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing rushed and flawed renovations.

MAGA Representative Max Miller faces calls to resign after Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno demands he seek help over domestic abuse allegations. Miller denies claims and refuses to step down.

Footage of Donald Trump tapping his leg while boarding Air Force One has sparked online speculation about his health, with users suggesting it may indicate a 'dementia tic.'

Historian Timothy Snyder warns of potential US fragmentation due to political polarisation, with discussions of a 'national divorce' gaining traction amidst state-level defiance.

Trump claims he's 'one of the greatest presidents ever,' but Jake Sherman pushes back as their viral exchange raises fresh questions about impeachment and the 2026 midterms.

Donald Trump's assertion of increasing minority support for Republicans is contradicted by recent polls, which indicate a decline in his approval among Black and Hispanic voters since 2024.

Photos showing bruises on Donald Trump's arm have sparked renewed speculation about his health, with social media users suggesting medical treatment. The White House has not confirmed these claims.

Millions of American beneficiaries will receive their first wave of August Social Security checks on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.

The US Justice Department offers $300 million in public safety grants to cities that adopt specific law-and-order policies, sparking debate over local autonomy and federal influence.

F-16 fighter jets intercepted civilian aircraft entering restricted airspace near Trump's New Jersey golf club during a security alert. The planes were safely guided away without incident.

Iran names Mohsen Rezaei, wanted by Interpol over the 1994 AMIA bombing, to lead its Supreme National Security Council amid wartime power turmoil.

Miami restaurant owner Wilkinson Sejour regrets voting for Trump after TPS termination threatens his business, leading to potential closures due to staff shortages and immigration enforcement.

Mark Zuckerberg's superyacht, Launchpad, was at the centre of a viral Alaska rescue story after reportedly not responding to a Coast Guard call, while the Wilderness Legacy came to the rescue.