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The FBI is offering a £154,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Monica Witt, a former US Air Force officer accused of espionage for Iran.

US Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks resigns amid allegations of sex tourism, adding to leadership instability within the Department of Homeland Security under the Trump administration.

The Trump-Xi summit in Beijing was marred by security disputes and press restrictions, leading to tense standoffs and physical confrontations between U.S. and Chinese officials.

US President Donald Trump faces criticism for allegedly nodding off during a White House event, sparking debates over his sleep habits and comparisons to Joe Biden.

The Trump administration's new deportation tactics face over 10,000 legal defeats, with federal judges declaring ICE detentions unlawful, impacting communities and straining the Justice Department.

A viral video shows Trump seemingly sipping champagne during a banquet with Xi Jinping, sparking debate over his teetotaler stance.

Health officials in the US are monitoring 41 potential hantavirus cases across 12 states, prompting federal response and public health warnings.

Candace Owens alleges a government effort to manipulate public perception following the WHCD shooting, claiming the White House Military Office amplified a video of Erika Kirk for strategic purposes.

President Trump appeared uneasy after a tense meeting with China's Xi Jinping, avoiding questions about Taiwan and sparking speculation about US-China relations.

President Trump's economic approval rating has hit a record low as grocery prices surge, challenging his 2026 campaign promises. Rising tariffs and global conflicts contribute to the economic downturn.

OpenAI faces another California lawsuit alleging ChatGPT user data was shared with Meta and Google, days after a separate suit linked ChatGPT to the FSU shooter.

Former Oklahoma schools Superintendent Ryan Walters is filing for divorce after 15 years of marriage, having pushed a policy requiring Bible teaching in Oklahoma schools.

Spracklen has denounced Donald Trump's handling of the Iran war as a 'disgusting betrayal' after the president admitted he does not think about Americans' finances when negotiating with Tehran.

A whistleblower alleges the CIA seized JFK and MKUltra files from Tulsi Gabbard's DNI office, sparking controversy and calls for congressional oversight.

Elon Musk's animated expressions at a Beijing state dinner with Xi Jinping and Donald Trump have gone viral, as the Tesla boss juggles social awkwardness and global business diplomacy.

A guerrilla video game installation mocking the Trump administration turns Washington's National Mall into a playable political satire, featuring a war game.

The US Army has reintroduced bayonet drills at Ranger School to prepare soldiers for combat scenarios where technology may fail, emphasising basic fighting skills and psychological resilience.

US grocery prices jumped 0.7% in April, the steepest monthly rise since August 2022, with tomatoes up 39% and seafood 6.2% higher year-on-year.

A Wisconsin school board banned a wordless wind ensemble piece from a concert, citing fears of political violence. The decision sparked a student walkout in protest of the removal.

The Trump administration has suspended part of California's Medicaid funding due to alleged widespread fraud, deferring £1 billion in reimbursements.

Zohran Mamdani says New York has closed a $12 billion deficit, but the deal relies on state aid, temporary fixes, and dropped tax plans, raising doubts about long-term stability.

JD Vance sparked a viral frenzy after comparing himself to Macaulay Culkin in 'Home Alone' while Donald Trump traveled to China with Marco Rubio amid growing MAGA succession chatter and controversy over a Medicare crackdown.

Oklahoma has banned child marriage, becoming the 17th US state to do so. Senate Bill 504, which faced Republican opposition, sets the minimum marriage age at 18 without exceptions.

Donald Trump appoints David Venturella, a former private prison executive, as acting director of ICE, intensifying scrutiny over the agency's ties with private detention firms.

A prayer rally in Washington, backed by Trump's administration, aims to 'rededicate' America to God, sparking debate over the intertwining of politics and religion.

Elon Musk's casual filming at a China summit sparked online humour, overshadowing discussions on trade and technology between the US and China

A Trump-Xi summit in Beijing briefly descended into chaos when a scuffle broke out on live video as Donald Trump entered a meeting room, with a voice shouting 'get the f--k out' before a camera hit the floor.

Japan's rural areas face rising bear encounters, driving demand for 'Monster Wolf' robots to deter wildlife and raising concerns over safety and wildlife management.

Mount Cristo Rey, a major pilgrimage site, faces US government seizure for border infrastructure, sparking a legal battle with the Catholic Church over religious freedom.