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A resurfaced video reveals Mayor Mamdani's electoral strategy, highlighting the use of white progressive figures to gain votes from ideological constituents, bridging gaps between minority candidates and progressive voters.

A viral clip suggests a White House aide 'zaps' Trump awake during events, sparking conspiracy theories despite no evidence. The internet remains captivated by the ongoing narrative.

The Powerball jackpot has surged to £722 million after no winner emerged in the latest draw, marking the largest lottery payout of 2026 and the eighth-largest in history.

President Trump signed an executive order reducing federal childhood vaccine recommendations to 11 diseases, sparking debate over its implications.

Powerball officials have released the winning lottery numbers for the 10 August draw, confirming that no ticket matched all six to claim the $905 million jackpot.

Anthony Scaramucci claims Donald and Melania Trump have grown apart during his second term, citing the absence of family from the White House as a key difference from his first term.

NYC First Lady Rama Duwaji's taxpayer-funded trip to Syria and Lebanon with NYPD bodyguards sparks backlash due to security concerns and her controversial social media history.

Michael Wolff claims Jeffrey Epstein alleged Donald Trump ran for president to revive his celebrity status and pursue personal interests, drawing parallels with past presidents Kennedy and Clinton.

Massachusetts has removed gestational limits from its abortion law, allowing physicians to decide on late-term procedures based on medical judgment.

From 9 September 2026, US employers with over 50% H-1B or L-1 workers face a $4,000 biometric fee for visa extensions, impacting costs for retaining international talent.

Doctors and Democratic lawmakers warn that Trump's new childhood vaccine order could confuse parents, burden families, and undermine decades of evidence-based public health guidance.

Reports say Trump was hidden in an airport catering container in Turkey to board a secret jet after a credible Iranian-linked assassination threat

Senator Bernie Sanders urges OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta to halt AI development, warning of risks and calling for safety commitments. He hints at Senate intervention if ignored.

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's on-camera nose-wiping incident went viral, reigniting criticism due to his past comments on hygiene. The gaffe coincides with his declining approval ratings.

Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes in Syria's 14-year conflict that killed an estimated 500,000.

The FAA is recruiting gamers as air traffic controllers, offering a path to six-figure pay without a traditional college degree as America battles a critical staffing shortage.

Trump Media says more than 10 institutional customers have signed up for Truth API, which can cost up to $100,000 (£73,500) monthly amid a $238.1 million (£175 million) loss.

Trump says he saw proof of soda-bottle-sized vaccines. Erin Burnett's fact-check exposes the stark gap between his claim, a real vaccine dose, and the scientific evidence.

The 9th Circuit Court has rejected Meta and TikTok's appeal, allowing over 3,000 lawsuits to proceed, challenging the companies' use of platform features that allegedly harm minors

Colombian influencer Sofia Murillo, her mother, and grandmother died in a helicopter crash during a sightseeing tour in Rio de Janeiro. An investigation into the accident is ongoing.

Oil prices rose sharply this week as Iran does not plan to negotiate with US President Donald Trump until he remains in office, which is until 20 January 2029.

Nate Kornacki, a former Green Beret, claims insider knowledge about Republican politicians' private lives via Grindr, sparking controversy but offering no evidence.

A leading far-right influencer has declared Donald Trump's MAGA project 'dead', blaming broken promises over immigration, Iran and Epstein as Republicans brace for damaging 2026 midterms.

A podcast debate on the Gaza war turned violent when Israeli Arab activist Yoseph Haddad and Republican Dennis Feitosa clashed, leading to physical altercation and a police report.

President Trump was covertly evacuated from Turkey using a catering truck decoy due to Iranian assassination threats, leaving journalists and staff on a decoy Air Force One.

A caregiver hired to look after Republican Senator Mitch McConnell was filmed sprinting away from a journalist outside his home, fuelling wild speculation about the true state of his ongoing health.

Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence from public life has ignited political controversy, with his chief of staff refusing to provide health updates.

Jayme Franklin, a conservative media figure, gained viral attention for her nodding during Trump's vaccine announcement, sparking online mockery and memes.

Firefighters in Pueblo, Colorado, rescued seven puppies and a pet rat from a house fire but despite their efforts, two adult dogs and one puppy succumbed to smoke inhalation.