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Trump claims Dolly Parton liked him
Donald Trump stated that Dolly Parton's death felt like losing a family member and claimed the country music icon "really liked me." He mandated that American flags be flown at half-mast nationwide in her memory.
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Politics · RussiaIndia's S. Jaishankar meets Putin in Moscow
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Jaishankar conveyed a personal message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed economic cooperation, trade, energy, and nuclear cooperation.
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Politics · United StatesTrump flew on secret jet after Iran threat, decoy Air Force One used
Donald Trump was moved from Air Force One to a secret military jet after intelligence identified a credible Iranian missile threat. A decoy plane carrying officials and journalists flew separately, escorted by US fighter jets. Trump initially denied any security concerns.
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Politics · United StatesMichigan Democratic Senate primary won by Abdul El-Sayed as Trump calls victory good for GOP
Abdul El-Sayed secured the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s U.S. Senate race after a narrow primary win over Representative Haley Stevens. President Donald Trump responded on Truth Social, calling the result ‘great news for the Republican Party’ and attacking El-Sayed’s politics.
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Politics · United StatesFederal judge allows Trump administration to end TPS for Somali immigrants
A federal judge cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Somali immigrants, affecting roughly 1,100 people. The decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that narrowed courts' ability to review TPS terminations, and is part of a broader effort to roll back protections for multiple countries.
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Politics · United StatesRep. Maria Elvira Salazar runs ad criticizing Trump’s immigration enforcement
Maria Elvira Salazar, a Republican congresswoman from Florida, released a campaign advertisement accusing President Trump of over‑reaching on immigration. The ad cites that half of ICE detainees in July lacked criminal records and appears amid polls showing Trump’s support among Hispanic voters at roughly 30 percent.
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Politics · United StatesJames Braid to leave White House legislative affairs post in September
James Braid, White House legislative affairs director, will leave the administration in September, Donald Trump and JD Vance confirmed. Braid has managed Trump’s congressional agenda since 2025, including major bills and confirmations. His next role is unclear, and no left-rated outlet reported the story.
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Home Office issues UK asylum guidance on housing and conduct rules
The UK Home Office published new guidance for asylum seekers, allowing stays with friends or family and detailing UK laws on rape, sexual assault, and gender equality. The leaflets cover accommodation rules, financial support, and behavioural expectations, amid government efforts to reduce reliance on state housing.
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Politics · United StatesUS Attorney General Todd Blanche may ask Supreme Court to rule on voter roll access
Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Justice Department may ask the Supreme Court to intervene in cases where states have blocked federal access to voter rolls. The Trump administration has filed 31 lawsuits against states resisting the effort, losing 22 so far. Blanche linked the push to election integrity and President Trump’s campaign platform.
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Politics · Middle EastJD Vance: US Middle East policy must not be subservient to Israel
US Vice President JD Vance said American policy in the Middle East cannot be made subservient to Israel. He argued that President Trump has shown a greater willingness than other recent presidents to diverge from Israeli interests when they conflict with American ones.
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Politics · IndiaModi walks with Putin, Pezeshkian at BRICS Forum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked alongside leaders including Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi. Modi was seen holding hands with the Iranian president, a gesture underscoring solidarity within the expanded grouping.
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Politics · ChinaModi urges BRICS to cut trade barriers, secure sea lanes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the BRICS Business Forum, calling for the removal of trade barriers and emphasizing the importance of secure sea lanes for global trade. He highlighted the economic contributions of BRICS nations and India's role as a hub for growth and stability.
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Politics · United StatesSenate panel obtains Fauci’s iPhone ahead of contempt vote
A Senate subcommittee chaired by Sen. Ron Johnson has obtained a copy of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s iPhone, provided by the Department of Health and Human Services. The panel plans to vote on holding Fauci in contempt of Congress after he repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment rights during a hearing.
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Politics · United StatesMichigan Senate Candidates Call for Gas Tax Suspension Amid High Prices
Republican US Senate candidate Mike Rogers has called for suspending state and federal gas taxes as prices in Michigan average $4.75 per gallon. Democratic rival Abdul El-Sayed also supports a pause, though he attributes price spikes to conflict, not taxes.
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Champagne says Russia's G20 presence caused discomfort
Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne stated that Russia's participation in a G20 meeting hosted by the U.S. created significant discomfort. The meeting took place in Asheville, North Carolina, and included Russia's Finance Minister Anton Siluanov.
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Politics · IndiaJaishankar calls for economic security at BRICS forum
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke at the BRICS Business Forum, advocating for economic security and resilient supply networks. He stated that increased economic activity and security contribute to self-reliance amid global uncertainty.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says Michael Cohen recanted testimony in New York hush-money case
Donald Trump stated that Michael Cohen has recanted his testimony in the New York hush-money case. Cohen, Trump's former attorney, was a key prosecution witness in the trial where Trump was convicted of 34 felony counts.
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PoliticsBC deficit forecast climbs to $13.8 billion
British Columbia's deficit forecast has risen by $450 million to $13.8 billion. The province's first quarterly report attributed the increase primarily to a calculation error regarding natural gas royalties and higher wildfire-related expenses.
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Politics · United StatesUS childcare assistance waitlists leave hundreds of thousands of eligible children without support
Hundreds of thousands of children eligible for government-funded childcare assistance were on waitlists across 23 states and D.C. in spring 2026, after $28bn in pandemic aid expired. Parents described forgoing necessities or relying on acquaintances to care for children while awaiting support.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Sullivan warns DOJ of penalties over Epstein files redactions
U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan warned Justice Department lawyers of potential penalties, including contempt, for failing to comply with orders to release Epstein files. The dispute centres on redactions and withheld handwritten notes, some involving unverified allegations about President Donald Trump.
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