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Bridget Reagan, a 35-year-old Ohio mother of three and beloved small-business owner, was killed when a massive tree suddenly toppled from a wooded area and crashed onto her Jeep Wagoneer as she traveled along U.S. Route 30. Authorities are investigating what caused the tree to fall in an accident police say could have happened to anyone.
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Meta is facing one of the biggest legal challenges in its history as U.S. states accuse the Facebook and Instagram parent of deliberately designing features that keep children hooked, misleading families about safety risks and collecting data from some children under 13 without parental consent. Meta denies wrongdoing and says it has spent years developing safeguards for young users.
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President Donald Trump says the United States is no longer negotiating with Iran and that no new talks are scheduled, while declaring that naval mines have been cleared from the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran disputes Washington’s portrayal of the strategic waterway, insisting restrictions will remain until the United States fulfills key conditions of a June agreement.
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Natalie Harp has emerged as one of President Donald Trump’s most closely watched White House aides. The former television presenter, now an executive assistant to the president, earned the nickname “human printer” for carrying a portable printer and supplying Trump with hard-copy news articles and other material — a seemingly simple task that has placed her unusually close to the center of presidential power.
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President Donald Trump and his allies are fiercely defending White House aide Natalie Harp after Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff invoked her while attacking Trump’s priorities. The remark triggered accusations of sexist innuendo, an angry Oval Office confrontation with CNN correspondent Kristen Holmes and an extraordinary White House social-media attack that brought the reporter’s children into the dispute.
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Former White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany says the Democratic Party’s growing progressive and democratic-socialist wing could become a political “gift” to Republicans in the 2026 midterms. Her argument comes after left-wing candidates scored notable primary victories, intensifying a Democratic debate over whether progressive momentum will energize voters or make the party more vulnerable in competitive districts.
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is emerging as an increasingly serious potential contender for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, gaining strength in early-state polling and even moving ahead of California Gov. Gavin Newsom in some prediction-market measures. But national polling remains highly unsettled, with Pete Buttigieg, Newsom, AOC and other Democrats competing for an early advantage.
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President Donald Trump’s renewed threat to bomb Oman is the latest example of his reliance on extreme warnings as a negotiating tool. But when threats are repeatedly issued, deadlines move and promised breakthroughs fail to materialize, Washington risks weakening the credibility that makes presidential warnings effective in the first place.
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President Donald Trump has posted a provocative map depicting the Strait of Hormuz as “NEW US Territory,” escalating his push to claim American control over one of the world’s most strategically important waterways as the confrontation with Iran continues.
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The White House has intensified a clash with CNN correspondent Kristen Holmes after President Donald Trump berated her during an Oval Office exchange. An official White House social-media account later made the confrontation deeply personal by invoking Holmes’ children, prompting criticism and a defense of the reporter from CNN.
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A 16-year-old rookie lifeguard is being hailed as a hero after battling towering waves at a Santa Cruz beach to rescue a young boy swept into dangerous surf. Dramatic video of the rescue went viral nationwide and even drew praise from President Donald Trump, who said he wanted to honor the teenager at the White House.
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A video showing an enthusiastic Trump supporter surrounded by American flags and a cheering crowd is circulating on social media, accompanied by the message “Only Trump! Share! Let them KNOW!!” The clip reflects the intense loyalty President Donald Trump continues to command among his core supporters as the United States heads deeper into a politically charged 2026.
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A viral social-media post claims President Donald Trump announced that children 17 and under will be prohibited from having phones beginning in 2026. But there is no credible evidence of a nationwide Trump phone ban. The claim appears to confuse real school cellphone restrictions and youth screen-time policies with a federal prohibition.
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President Donald Trump says North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has responded to his latest diplomatic outreach, raising the possibility of renewed direct engagement as Washington scales back military exercises with South Korea.
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President Donald Trump says Iran appears unwilling to accept the agreement he believes is necessary to end the U.S.-Iran war, while issuing an extraordinary threat of military action against Oman if the Gulf ally obstructs U.S. efforts surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.
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A police pursuit in Columbus, Ohio, took an unexpected turn when a fleeing bicyclist crashed into a backyard fence, sending him flying from the bike and leaving his pants behind in a moment captured on video.
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Iran is threatening a more aggressive military posture as negotiations with the United States remain stalled, raising fears of renewed confrontation around the Strait of Hormuz and further disruption to global energy supplies.
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The Trump administration is combining sanctions, military pressure and diplomacy in an effort to force Iran’s leadership toward concessions on the Strait of Hormuz, its nuclear program and regional security as the U.S.-Iran confrontation enters a critical new phase.
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President Donald Trump’s military campaign against Iran is entering another critical phase as diplomatic efforts remain stalled, Strait of Hormuz shipping slows and Washington considers increasing economic pressure on Tehran.
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Actress Hayden Panettiere, known worldwide for her roles in “Heroes,” “Nashville” and the “Scream” franchise, has died at age 36, her representative and family confirmed. A cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
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Trump Extends Emergency Shipping Waiver as Iran War Pressures U.S. Energy Supplies
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U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts remain stalled as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slows dramatically, raising fresh concerns about energy supplies and escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.
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President Donald Trump is signaling greater economic pressure on Iran as U.S.-Iran tensions persist, putting oil, gold and global markets on alert as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slows and hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough fade.
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President Donald Trump’s planned 50% tariffs on certain Canadian imports are set to take effect August 19, putting traders on alert as U.S.-Canada negotiations continue and markets assess the potential impact on currencies, stocks, inflation and gold.
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Donald Trump claimed that young women are thanking him for making Washington, D.C. safer, a comment that has drawn attention for both its phrasing and its…
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The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a new wave of tariffs affecting dozens of countries, raising concerns about global trade tensions and higher…
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The Trump administration has announced 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, claiming Canada discriminates against American goods in a major escalation of US-Canada…
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An Irish minister has said they would have no hesitation raising concerns over US foreign aid cuts with Donald Trump, as support for the issue grows in Ireland.
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A new analysis of Donald Trump's campaign communications highlights his extraordinary use of exclamation marks as a window into his high-energy, unconventional…
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A claim that Donald Trump labeled Paul McCartney an 'anti-Trump joke' in a Truth Social post is being examined by fact-checkers for authenticity.
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President Trump has praised the US-hosted FIFA World Cup as a major success ahead of the tournament's final, even as the event has drawn criticism over several…
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A potential World Cup final pitting Lionel Messi's Argentina against Lamine Yamal's Spain would be one of football's most extraordinary generational storylines.
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A CNN NewsNight segment turned combative as commentator Charles Blow called a New York Post figure a 'child' while Ana Navarro accused the same guest of lying.
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President Trump has threatened Iran with severe consequences, citing fears of assassination plots against him or US officials, sharply escalating tensions…
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Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White deflected questions about a letter from Republican lawmakers expressing concern over the physical treatment Caitlin Clark…
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Christian Pulisic suffered a leg microfracture during the US men's national team's loss to Belgium and is expected to miss several weeks of action.
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Portugal and Spain renew their fierce Iberian rivalry in a World Cup Round of 16 clash, with Cristiano Ronaldo eying a landmark knockout victory.
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President Trump says he asked FIFA to review the red card shown to U.S. forward Folarin Balogun, publicly disputing the officiating decision.
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Norway's head coach has sharply criticized FIFA over a ruling on Folarin Balogun's international eligibility, raising fresh uncertainty about the striker's…
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A scuffle erupted between French and Paraguayan players at the World Cup after Kylian Mbappe appeared to snub a handshake, drawing widespread attention.
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A single mother in Melaka has pleaded not guilty to charges relating to obscene material and digitally altered nude images, with her case now set to proceed to…
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Milania Giudice, daughter of Real Housewives star Teresa Giudice, was reportedly arrested following a domestic dispute described as erratic and involving…
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A renewed push for national concealed carry reciprocity would require states to honor out-of-state gun permits, sparking debate over public safety and states'…
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The Princess of Wales took on the demanding Three Peaks Challenge alongside her brother James Middleton, completing climbs across Britain's highest peaks.
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Ohio authorities arrested several adults after finding 16 children in severely neglected conditions inside a home, prompting child endangerment charges and a…
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A boat operator faces boating-under-the-influence charges after a 19-year-old woman disappeared from a lake during what authorities describe as a recreational…
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A deadlocked jury in a Palisades Fire-related trial has reignited debate over whether ideological sympathies are shaping verdicts in polarizing criminal cases.
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