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The Pentagon's latest declassified UAP files, including eyewitness videos and historical documents, have reignited interest in extraterrestrial theories and alien life.

US security chief Markwayne Mullin faces backlash after admitting he did a 'happy dance' over Iran's World Cup exit, prompting a sharp response from Iran's football federation.

The US Supreme Court has backed Idaho and West Virginia laws banning transgender athletes from women's sports, a decision Donald Trump is touting as a major victory for his administration's Title IX agenda.

Microsoft is reportedly planning another round of layoffs, affecting less than 2.5% of its workforce, as it continues to invest heavily in artificial intelligence infrastructure.

A narrow US Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship has alarmed legal analyst Quinta Jurecic, who says the decision shows Donald Trump still enjoys deep sympathy among the justices for his expansive view of presidential power.

TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, settled a lawsuit with a Florida teen who claimed the platform's design contributed to mental health issues. The confidential agreement avoids a high-profile trial

The US Supreme Court reaffirmed birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump's attempt to limit it. Trump responded sarcastically to Xi Jinping, referencing the historic Wong Kim Ark case.

The name Melania briefly entered America's top 1,000 baby names in 2017, the year Melania Trump became First Lady, before disappearing from the rankings again.

The US House of Representatives voted 420-0 for a resolution demanding transparency on taxpayer-funded sexual misconduct settlements, aiming to restore public trust and accountability in Congress.

Footage of sparse attendance at Trump's Great American State Fair has gone viral, contradicting claims of large crowds and sparking widespread social media mockery.

President Trump reported over $580 million in crypto income for 2025, a tenfold increase from the previous year, largely from World Liberty Financial and $TRUMP meme coin ventures.

A former RNC spokesperson has claimed Donald Trump is 'too mentally feeble' to serve and is being steered by a 'stalker‑ish' aide who shapes his late‑night Truth Social posts.

Warren Buffett has paused his annual billion-dollar gift to the Gates Foundation for the first time in two decades, pending an Epstein review.

The name 'Donald' has reached its lowest popularity in the US, ranking 690th in 2025, despite its association with a former president. The decline reflects broader naming trends.

In 1947, pilot Kenneth Arnold's report of strange objects over Mount Rainier and a fateful media misquote created the 'flying saucer' and reshaped UFO history.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to end US military aid, describing it as 'welfare' Israel no longer needs, amid tensions with Washington over Iran policy.

The EPA has approved two new fluorinated pesticides for corn and soybeans, sparking controversy over health risks and legal challenges following a Supreme Court ruling limiting lawsuits against pesticide makers.

The Society of St. Pius X plans to appoint bishops without papal approval, risking excommunication. The group insists on preserving traditional Catholic practices despite warnings from Pope Leo XIV.

The FBI has determined that ransom notes linked to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance were fake, complicating the investigation into the Arizona case.

Viral claims about Iraqi MPs, 'golden underwear,' millions in cash and gold have spread online. Here's what has been confirmed and what remains unverified

Germany opposes the EU's €2 trillion budget, seeking €450 billion in cuts, citing financial sustainability concerns amid economic pressures. The debate highlights differing priorities on EU spending and integration.

Rural farmers are facing economic challenges, questioning Trump's trade policies as export markets shrink and production costs rise, leading to financial uncertainty and political debate.

US Congressman Thomas Massie confronted a Fox Digital reporter with an unexpected question, sparking debate about political reporting after denying allegations from a former girlfriend.

Ukraine partners with Sweden to procure 16 Gripen E fighter jets in a £1.9 billion deal, enhancing its aerial defence amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

Thirteen Republicans plus Steve Scalise sank Speaker Mike Johnson's procedural rule 198-224 on 30 June, blocking Trump's SAVE America Act path through the NDAA.

Elon Musk faces criticism for dismantling USAID, accused of causing a humanitarian crisis. Representative Ro Khanna and journalist Nicholas Kristof highlight the severe impact on global health and aid.

The US Supreme Court's ruling on election funding removes restrictions, enhancing Republican financial power and sparking debate over wealth's influence in democracy.

Rumours surrounding Trump and aide Natalie Harp have fuelled online debate, but no evidence has confirmed claims of an affair. Critics instead raise speculation about the President's health.

A wildfire in northern Greece has killed two people and forced 4,000 residents to evacuate near Thessaloniki. Firefighters have controlled the main fire front, but flare-ups continue.