Conflicting Facts

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Vought Defends Budget Amid Legal Scrutiny

White House Budget Director Russell Vought faced intense scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers during a House Budget Committee hearing Wednesday over allegations of violating federal laws while managing the administration's budget. The contentious session focused on President Trump's 2027 budget propos...

Apr 15, 8:55 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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WorldConflictCONFLICTING REPORTS

Trump Orders Strait of Hormuz Blockade

President Donald Trump ordered a full blockade of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz after high-stakes negotiations between the U.S. and Iran collapsed over the weekend. This move escalates tensions with both China and Iran, risking higher global oil prices and potential confrontation. The blocka...

Apr 15, 6:58 AM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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CrimeShootingMIXED REPORTS

FBI Arrests Man Shot by ICE Agents

The FBI arrested Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez , 36, after he was shot by ICE agents in Patterson, California. According to multiple reports, Hernandez faces charges for allegedly assaulting federal officers with a deadly weapon. Hernandez was pulled over on April 7 while driving to work. Dashcam fo...

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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ConflictCONFLICTING REPORTS

U.S.-Iran Talks End Without Deal; Naval Blockade Imposed

High-level talks between the United States and Iran concluded without an agreement on April 13 after 21 hours of negotiations in Islamabad, Pakistan. The discussions, led by U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the Serena Hotel, addressed critical issues including Iran's nuclear program, international sa...

Apr 13, 5:15 PM ET·4 min read

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ConflictCONFLICTING REPORTS

U.S. Strikes Kill 3 in Eastern Pacific; Death Toll Rises to 178

The U.S. military conducted another strike on an alleged drug-trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three people, according to a statement from U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) . This brings the death toll to at least 178 since operations began in early September, as reported by multipl...

Apr 13, 8:48 AM ET·2 min read

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LegalCONFLICTING REPORTS

OpenAI Pauses UK Data Center Project

OpenAI has paused its Stargate UK project, a multi-billion pound initiative aimed at boosting the UK's AI infrastructure. The project included a large data center in Northumberland and the deployment of up to 8,000 powerful GPUs in partnership with Nvidia and Nscale. The decision comes amid concerns...

Apr 9, 1:47 PM ET·2 min read

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ConflictCONFLICTING REPORTS

US-Iran Ceasefire Holds as Talks Begin in Islamabad

The United States and Iran are engaged in crucial peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, following a two-week ceasefire that has shown signs of fragility. The ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, includes a halt to fighting in all regions, including Lebanon, although Israel and the US have publicly disagre...

Apr 8, 2:57 PM ET·4 min read

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ConflictMIXED REPORTS

U.S., Iran Agree to Two-Week Ceasefire

The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire just minutes before President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement led to a significant drop in oil prices and a surge in global stock markets. Oil prices plummeted following the news, with U.S. crud...

Apr 8, 10:01 AM ET·5 min read

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ElectionsMIXED REPORTS

Pratt Defends Eligibility Amid LA Mayor Residency Questions

Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt has defended his eligibility to run for office after reports questioned whether he meets residency requirements. According to the Los Angeles Times and CBS News, Pratt has been living in Santa Barbara County since his Pacific Palisades home was destroyed i...

Apr 7, 5:04 PM ET·1 min read

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AccidentCONFLICTING REPORTS

Cruise Ship Runs Aground Near Fiji's Monuriki Island

The cruise ship Fiji Princess , part of Blue Lagoon Cruises, ran aground on a reef near Monuriki Island in Fiji. The incident occurred as the vessel visited the uninhabited island known for its filming locations, including Tom Hanks' movie "Cast Away". All 30 passengers and 17 crew members were safe...

Apr 7, 8:16 AM ET·1 min read

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Television

CBS to Replace Colbert with Byron Allen's Shows

CBS announced it will replace The Late Show with Stephen Colbert with Byron Allen's Comics Unleashed , starting on May 22. The network is selling its late-night time slot to Allen under a time-buy agreement, which includes airing two back-to-back half-hour episodes of 'Comics Unleashed' nightly at 1...

Apr 6, 9:17 PM ET·2 min read

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ConflictMIXED REPORTS

Hamas Rejects Disarmament Calls Amid Gaza Ceasefire

Hamas has rejected calls for disarmament before Israel fully implements the first phase of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza, viewing these demands as an attempt to continue what it calls genocide against Palestinians. In a televised statement, Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida stated that raising the...

Apr 6, 7:22 AM ET·3 min read

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DiplomacyMIXED REPORTS

DRC to Receive US Third-Country Deportees Under New Deal

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced it will receive third-country nationals deported from the United States under a new deal with the Trump administration. According to multiple reports, the Congolese Ministry of Communications confirmed in a statement on Sunday that the arrangement...

Apr 5, 12:00 PM ET·2 min read

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ReligionMIXED REPORTS

Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace in First Easter Mass

Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Easter Mass as pontiff, calling on world leaders to lay down arms and seek peace through dialogue. The ceremony marked a departure from tradition as he did not name specific conflicts in his Urbi et Orbi blessing. The U.S.-born pope emphasized Easter's message of hop...

Apr 5, 10:19 AM ET·2 min read

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CyberCrimeCONFLICTING REPORTS

Uffizi Galleries Confirm Cyberattack but Deny Security Breach

The Uffizi Galleries in Florence confirmed they were subject to a cyberattack , but denied that the security systems protecting its famous works had been compromised. According to multiple reports, hackers infiltrated the museum's IT systems and issued a ransom demand sent to director Simone Verde's...

Apr 3, 3:52 PM ET·2 min read

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ImmigrationCONFLICTING REPORTS

ICE Detains Wisconsin Mosque President

Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin's largest mosque and a 53-year-old Palestinian-born legal permanent resident, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on Monday in Milwaukee. According to multiple reports, over 10 ICE agents were involved in the operation. Sarsour ...

Apr 2, 10:05 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Trump Urges Boycott of Springsteen's 'Overpriced' Concerts

President Donald Trump called Bruce Springsteen a 'very boring singer' who looks like 'a dried up prune,' urging his supporters to boycott the musician's concerts. According to Daily Mail , Trump issued this statement on Truth Social days after Springsteen criticized him as 'reckless, racist and tre...

Apr 2, 7:55 PM ET·2 min read

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ScandalCONFLICTING REPORTS

Colbert's Anti-Trump Rant Draws White House Rebuke

Stephen Colbert's recent monologue criticizing President Donald Trump has elicited a biting response from the White House. According to multiple reports, Colbert highlighted that Trump's job approval rating had fallen to just 33%, as per a University of Massachusetts Amherst poll. He also noted that...

Apr 2, 2:07 PM ET·1 min read

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Government

Trump Fires Attorney General Pam Bondi

President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on April 2, 2026, replacing her with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as acting attorney general. According to multiple reports, Bondi's dismissal comes after a controversial 14-month tenure marked by her handling of investigative files rel...

Apr 2, 2:07 PM ET·3 min read

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Scandal

Kristi Noem's Husband Cross-Dressing Fetish Exposed

Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem 's husband, Bryon Noem , was exposed for his cross-dressing fetish involving online interactions with fetish models. The revelation has sparked concerns about national security risks and potential blackmail vulnerabilities during Kristi Noem's tenure as...

Apr 1, 3:06 PM ET·1 min read

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Policy

FDA Considers Allowing Compounding of Unapproved Peptides

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has signaled potential changes in FDA regulations that could allow compounding pharmacies to produce certain unapproved peptides, according to NPR . These peptides are popular among wellness enthusiasts but have not been tested for safety or efficacy in humans....

Mar 31, 2:59 PM ET·1 min read

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PharmaceuticalsMIXED REPORTS

Lilly to Acquire Centessa for Up to $7.8B

Eli Lilly has agreed to acquire Centessa Pharmaceuticals in a deal valued at up to $7.8 billion , according to reports from Reuters, STAT News, and CNBC. The acquisition aims to expand Lilly's portfolio beyond metabolic treatments into sleep disorders and neurological conditions. The UK-based Centes...

Mar 31, 12:32 PM ET·2 min read

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LegislationCONFLICTING REPORTS

Supreme Court Blocks Colorado Conversion Therapy Ban

The US Supreme Court ruled that Colorado's ban on conversion therapy for minors violates free speech rights guaranteed under the First Amendment. In an 8-1 decision written by Justice Neil Gorsuch, the court sided with Kaley Chiles, a licensed Christian therapist from Colorado Springs who argued tha...

Mar 31, 12:32 PM ET·2 min read

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LegislationCONFLICTING REPORTS

Supreme Court Skeptical of Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in Trump v. Barbara , a case challenging President Donald Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship for children born to undocumented or temporary resident parents. The case tests the interpretation of the 14th Amendment's Cit...

Mar 29, 8:36 AM ET·3 min read

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