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A new detail was shared about the death of Michael Virgil. Here's what you need to know about him as his death was ruled as a homicide.

US President Donald Trump has warned Mexico of a 5% tariff increase to pressure compliance with water-sharing treaties affecting Texan farmers amid a Mexican drought.

Vice-President J.D. Vance's X post declaring 'mass migration is theft of the American Dream' drew fierce backlash after Rep. Shri Thanedar posted a photo of Vance's in-laws, turning a policy argument into a personal controversy.

Critics and social-media users have seized on Donald Trump's physical appearance during the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors, labelling it 'terrible,' 'worse by the day,' and raising questions about his health and public image.

Erika Kirk reveals her late husband Charlie's final book on the Sabbath, showing how rest, family, and focus shaped his life and legacy.

The Clinton marriage is said to be on the brink of a $90M divorce as the Epstein scandal explodes. Hillary is reportedly considering flipping on Bill amid new deposition orders and an explosive email revelation.

A North Carolina teen painted her school's spirit rock with a tribute to Charlie Kirk but was accused of vandalism and targeted by the school, prompting a lawsuit over alleged constitutional violations.

Donald Trump faces fresh health rumours after appearing 'Homer Simpson yellow' at a $12bn farm aid reveal, as polls show rural support is fading fast.

The IDF is allegedly spying a US base in south Israel. However, the Israeli military denied the accusations, calling them absurd.

Russia tests its nuclear-powered Poseidon torpedo, raising fears over underwater weapons capable of striking coastal cities undetected.

Melania Trump has reportedly 'exploded' in fury after a TikTok pastor leaked private details of a 'sacred' late-night phone call with her son, Barron.

Donald Trump claims state-level AI rules are 'killing innovation' and plans a one-rule executive order to create a single federal framework, sparking debate over oversight and global competitiveness.

A detailed look at the Erika Kirk conspiracy, separating fact from rumor as claims about Derek Chelsvig, Romania and her past circulate online.

Danika Troy, 14, was tragically lured into the woods by two boys—one claiming he had a crush on her—and fatally shot and set on fire, leaving her Florida community in shock as authorities investigate and the suspects face first-degree murder charges.

Jasmine Crockett enters the Texas Senate race after Colin Allred's shock exit, reshaping the Democratic field and shifting the contest ahead of 2026.

Reddit announced its compliance with Australia's social media ban for kids below 16 years, but worries about the implications of the new policy.

Donald Trump lashes out at the Supreme Court, claiming any tariff setback would cripple US security as trade tensions intensify worldwide.

Democrats chase a long-shot Texas upset as Jasmine Crockett launches a high-profile bid aimed at toppling GOP control statewide.

Revisiting Japan's 2011 earthquake and tsunami, nearly 20,000 deaths, £176bn damages, and lessons for 2025.

Japan is shaken by a 7.5-magnitude earthquake off Aomori Prefecture, triggering tsunami alerts and mass evacuations while authorities report injuries but no major nuclear or infrastructure damage.

Candace Owens claims Charlie Kirk warned he would be killed, alleging donor alerts and links to a wider political conspiracy.

The European Union has fined X £105 million for deceptive design and transparency failures, getting a furious reaction from Elon Musk. Here is what the penalty means for Twitter.

Green card applicants face new 18-month work permit limits after a Trump policy change, prompting warnings over delays, higher fees and employment risks.

A December 2025 Japan quake sparks online panic as a manga's 'mega-tsunami' prediction resurfaces, though experts confirm it's an unverified myth.

An iPhone app developer is suing the Trump administration after ICEBlock was removed from the Apple App Store, alleging a major free-speech violation that could impact every US citizen and reshape how government power interacts with digital platforms.

Donald Trump's proposed AI executive order aims to replace state regulations with a single federal rulebook. Still, growing opposition from lawmakers, civil-rights groups and tech-ethics experts warns it could weaken protections and hand Big Tech greater power over how AI is used across the US.

Broadcaster Piers Morgan called out conservative podcaster Nick Fuentes' pro-Hitler remarks, grilled him on his racist remarks and possible upbringing.

UC San Diego analysis shows students excelled in high school calculus but struggle with basic arithmetic, raising concerns about grade inflation, skills gaps, and future workforce readiness.

The Invest America Act under Donald Trump proposes government-funded investment accounts for children, helping them build long-term savings for education, housing, and early adulthood.