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US Supreme Court rulings on immigration and gun rights

The Supreme Court issued rulings impacting immigration, allowing the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians, and expanding presidential power over asylum seekers, while also striking down Hawaii’s concealed-carry restrictions.

Venezuela hit by deadly earthquakes; international aid arrives

Two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, struck Venezuela, causing at least 589 confirmed deaths and thousands of injuries, with international rescue teams and aid arriving as medical centers are overwhelmed.

Iran attacks ship in Strait of Hormuz; asserts shipping control

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the UN International Maritime Organization to pause evacuation plans and raising concerns about the fragile U.S.-Iran peace deal.

World Cup 2026: US team advances, Ecuador beats Germany

The U.S. men's team advanced to the World Cup Round of 32 despite a loss to Turkey, while Ecuador secured its spot in the knockout rounds by defeating Germany 2-1 with a 77th-minute goal from Plata.

DOJ ordered to unredact more Epstein files

A federal judge ordered the Department of Justice to release more unredacted information from the Epstein files by July 2, including names and details related to Trump and a 'torture video,' after lawyers conceded violating transparency law.'

Ukraine launches heaviest drone attack; Russia downs 660 drones

Ukraine has launched one of its heaviest drone bombardments on Russia and the annexed Crimean peninsula, prompting a state of emergency declaration in Crimea and leading to fuel shortages and power outages in Russian regions.

King Charles III Discloses $39.6M Tax Bill; Buckingham Palace Renovation Costs $17M

The British royal family has begun revealing personal tax bills, with King Charles III disclosing over $39.6 million in taxes, as Buckingham Palace undergoes a £369 million upgrade to remain a 'buzzing hive' of royal activity, despite the King not living there.

New York City Mayor Mamdani's progressive victories spark debate

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's endorsement of progressive candidates led to significant primary victories and a rent freeze for nearly 1 million apartments, sparking debate among Democrats and drawing criticism from Trump and rabbis.

Trump's influence on Republican party and 2026 agenda

President Trump's actions on housing, FISA, and Iran are creating political liabilities for Republicans, as he continues to turn party wins into loyalty tests and headlines the Faith & Freedom Coalition conference.

South Korea trains half a million soldiers as drone warriors

South Korea's Defense Ministry announced a major pivot to drones, planning to train 500,000 active-duty soldiers to become 'drone warriors' and making drone operation a universal combat tool across all military branches.

Supreme Court Upholds Trump's TPS Policy, Ending Haitian, Syrian Protected Status

The Supreme Court ruled to allow the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians, and to turn away asylum seekers at the border, impacting hundreds of thousands of immigrants.

Last updated: 6/26/2026, 1:03:32 PM