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US Arrests Relatives of Slain Iranian General Soleimani

US authorities have arrested Hamideh Soleimani Afshar, the niece of slain Iranian general Qasem Soleimani, and her daughter in Los Angeles after Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked their green cards. According to a statement released by the State Department on Saturday, both women are now in the

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PoliticsDiplomacy

UK Considers Relabeling Marmalade Under EU Food Deal

The UK government is considering relabeling marmalade as 'citrus marmalade' under a planned food deal with the European Union (EU), according to reports from BBC , The Guardian , and Daily Mail . This change aims to align with new EU regulations that would allow all conserves to be marketed as marma

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Trump Considers Cabinet Shake-Up Amid Iran War Fallout

U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a broader cabinet shake-up amid growing frustration with political fallout from the war with Iran, according to multiple sources familiar with internal White House discussions. The potential reshuffling comes as Trump faces politically challenging circumsta

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Iran Executes Eight Individuals Amid War with US

Iran has carried out multiple executions, including members of the banned People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) opposition group and a teenage musician involved in anti-regime protests. According to Al Jazeera , two men were executed on Saturday after being convicted of PMOI/MEK members

Today 4:40 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Trump Seeks $152M to Reopen Alcatraz as Prison

President Donald Trump is seeking $152 million to begin rebuilding Alcatraz Island into an active federal prison, according to a budget proposal released for the 2027 fiscal year. The funding request aims to cover the first-year costs of transforming the historic site into 'a state-of-the-art secure

Yesterday 10:08 PM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Trump Orders Federal Oversight of College Sports

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday aimed at stabilizing college sports by enforcing stricter rules on eligibility, transfers, and pay-for-play agreements. According to multiple reports, the order directs federal agencies to evaluate whether violations of these rules render a uni

Yesterday 10:08 PM ET·1 min read

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Legislation

Georgia Lawmakers Fail to Resolve Voting Machine Conflict

The Georgia General Assembly adjourned its annual session early Friday without resolving a conflict over voting machines, leaving the state's election process in limbo ahead of a July deadline. Lawmakers failed to agree on new equipment to replace Dominion Voting Systems, which print ballots with QR

Yesterday 6:11 PM ET·1 min read

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Government

Feds Sue Three States Over Prediction Market Regulation

The federal government has sued Connecticut, Arizona, and Illinois to challenge their efforts to regulate prediction market operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket . According to multiple reports, all three states have issued cease-and-desist orders to these companies, accusing them of engaging in i

Yesterday 6:11 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Alito Treated for Dehydration After March Event

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was treated for dehydration after feeling ill during a Federalist Society event in Philadelphia on March 20, according to statements from the Supreme Court and reports from multiple news outlets. After experiencing lightheadedness, Alito agreed with his security de

Yesterday 3:52 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Trump's Iran War Strains GOP Ahead of Midterms

President Donald Trump's escalating war with Iran is creating significant political challenges for Republicans as they approach midterm elections. With gas prices surging to an average of $4 per gallon and growing public opposition to the conflict, many Republican lawmakers are struggling to articul

Yesterday 11:42 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Trump Proposes $1.5T Defense Boost with Domestic Cuts

President Donald Trump has proposed a $1.5 trillion boost in defense spending as part of his 2027 budget plan released Friday, marking the largest such request in decades. The proposal signals a significant shift toward military investments over domestic programs. The White House summary states that

Yesterday 9:36 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Cuba Releases 2,010 Prisoners Amid US Pressure

Cuba has begun releasing 2,010 prisoners , a move described by state-run media as a 'humanitarian gesture' coinciding with Holy Week. The amnesty comes amidst heightened pressure from the US government, which has imposed an oil blockade causing widespread blackouts and civilian suffering. The Cub

Yesterday 7:29 AM ET·2 min read

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CorruptionMIXED REPORTS

Ex-SF Human Rights Chief Charged in $8M Corruption Scheme

Sheryl Davis, the former head of San Francisco's Human Rights Commission, was arrested Monday on charges she funneled $8.5 million in city funds to nonprofits she controlled while maintaining personal and financial ties to them. According to prosecutors from three major outlets, Davis directed milli

Yesterday 3:49 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

DeSantis Signs Florida Voter Citizenship Law

Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida's version of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE) into law on Wednesday, requiring voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering and before casting ballots. The legislation takes effect January 1, 2027. According to The Guardian , four

Apr 2, 10:05 PM ET·2 min read

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Security

Hegseth Allows Troops to Carry Personal Firearms on Bases

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memo on Thursday allowing military service members to request permission to carry their personal firearms on U.S. military installations, including bases, naval yards, and recruitment centers. This policy change aims to enhance self-defense capabilities amid g

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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Diplomacy

Megyn Kelly Criticizes Graham's Disney Visit Amid Iran War

Megyn Kelly has expressed concern over Senator Lindsey Graham's demeanor and actions amid escalating tensions in Iran. During her show, Kelly noted that she becomes worried when she sees Graham appearing happy, particularly as he discussed the war on Fox News' Sean Hannity . According to Daily Mail

Apr 2, 6:02 PM ET·1 min read

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Legal

Judge Tosses Lively's Harassment Claims Against Baldoni

A federal judge in New York has dismissed actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against co-star Justin Baldoni, allowing two retaliation claims to proceed. Judge Lewis J. Liman ruled that Lively was an independent contractor rather than an employee, making her ineligible to bring sexual hara

Apr 2, 6:02 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Hegseth Fires Army Chief Amid Pentagon Shakeup

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to step down immediately, according to multiple reports. This move comes amid ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions and follows a series of leadership changes at the Pentagon. The Pentagon confirmed that George has been asked to take ea

Apr 2, 6:02 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Prince Harry's Privacy Lawsuit Against Daily Mail Concludes

The high-profile privacy lawsuit brought by Prince Harry against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday, has concluded after a grueling 10-week trial. The case centered around allegations that ANL engaged in unlawful information gathering practices, inclu

Apr 2, 2:07 PM ET·3 min read

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Immigration

ICE Agents to Monitor Marine Corps Graduation in South Carolina

Federal immigration agents will be stationed at an upcoming Marine Corps graduation ceremony at Parris Island, South Carolina , raising concerns among advocates about the potential targeting of undocumented family members. According to multiple reports, the agents are tasked with identifying whether

Apr 2, 2:07 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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Elections

Colorado Court Orders Resentencing for Tina Peters

The Colorado Court of Appeals ordered the resentencing of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters , who was convicted in an election fraud case. The court upheld her conviction on seven counts but ruled that Judge Matthew Barrett's comments during sentencing were improper, tainting the original nine-ye

Apr 2, 2:07 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Trump Fires Pam Bondi as Attorney General

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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Politics

US Arrests Relatives of Slain Iranian General Soleimani

UK Considers Relabeling Marmalade Under EU Food Deal

Trump Considers Cabinet Shake-Up Amid Iran War Fallout

Iran Executes Eight Individuals Amid War with US

Trump Seeks $152M to Reopen Alcatraz as Prison

Trump Orders Federal Oversight of College Sports

Georgia Lawmakers Fail to Resolve Voting Machine Conflict

Feds Sue Three States Over Prediction Market Regulation

Alito Treated for Dehydration After March Event

Trump's Iran War Strains GOP Ahead of Midterms

Trump Proposes $1.5T Defense Boost with Domestic Cuts

Cuba Releases 2,010 Prisoners Amid US Pressure

Ex-SF Human Rights Chief Charged in $8M Corruption Scheme

DeSantis Signs Florida Voter Citizenship Law

Hegseth Allows Troops to Carry Personal Firearms on Bases

Trump Urges Boycott of Springsteen's 'Overpriced' Concerts

Megyn Kelly Criticizes Graham's Disney Visit Amid Iran War

Judge Tosses Lively's Harassment Claims Against Baldoni

Hegseth Fires Army Chief Amid Pentagon Shakeup

Prince Harry's Privacy Lawsuit Against Daily Mail Concludes

ICE Agents to Monitor Marine Corps Graduation in South Carolina

Colbert's Anti-Trump Rant Draws White House Rebuke

Colorado Court Orders Resentencing for Tina Peters

Trump Fires Pam Bondi as Attorney General

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US Arrests Relatives of Slain Iranian General Soleimani

UK Considers Relabeling Marmalade Under EU Food Deal

Trump Considers Cabinet Shake-Up Amid Iran War Fallout

Iran Executes Eight Individuals Amid War with US

Trump Seeks $152M to Reopen Alcatraz as Prison

Trump Orders Federal Oversight of College Sports

Georgia Lawmakers Fail to Resolve Voting Machine Conflict

Feds Sue Three States Over Prediction Market Regulation

Alito Treated for Dehydration After March Event

Trump's Iran War Strains GOP Ahead of Midterms

Trump Proposes $1.5T Defense Boost with Domestic Cuts

Cuba Releases 2,010 Prisoners Amid US Pressure

Ex-SF Human Rights Chief Charged in $8M Corruption Scheme

DeSantis Signs Florida Voter Citizenship Law

Hegseth Allows Troops to Carry Personal Firearms on Bases

Trump Urges Boycott of Springsteen's 'Overpriced' Concerts

Megyn Kelly Criticizes Graham's Disney Visit Amid Iran War

Judge Tosses Lively's Harassment Claims Against Baldoni

Hegseth Fires Army Chief Amid Pentagon Shakeup

Prince Harry's Privacy Lawsuit Against Daily Mail Concludes

ICE Agents to Monitor Marine Corps Graduation in South Carolina

Colbert's Anti-Trump Rant Draws White House Rebuke

Colorado Court Orders Resentencing for Tina Peters

Trump Fires Pam Bondi as Attorney General

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