Balanced left-and-right coverage from this SplitView News edition.
The US military shot down four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz and struck Iranian radar sites. In response, Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, escalating tensions in the Gulf.
Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on St. Petersburg, targeting Russian military facilities, just hours after President Vladimir Putin rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's call for peace talks at an investment forum in the city.
Approximately 2,000 SoFi Stadium workers, including cooks, bartenders, and servers, voted to authorize a strike, citing insufficient pay and job erosion, just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to kick off in Los Angeles.
Xavier Becerra advanced to the November general election in California's gubernatorial race, emerging from a crowded primary field. Meanwhile, Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral race has narrowed.
Veteran actor James Handy, known for roles in 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Jumanji', was fatally stabbed at his Los Angeles home. His girlfriend's 44-year-old son, Michael Gledhill, has been charged with murder.
President Trump's focus on repair and beautification projects in Washington D.C. is causing concern among some Republicans, who fear it could backfire ahead of the midterms amidst broader affordability issues.
NASA briefly directed five of the seven International Space Station crew members to a 'safe haven' due to concerns over two small air leaks in the Russian section, which were subsequently repaired.
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner faces multiple allegations of abusive behavior towards ex-girlfriends and lying about a Nazi tattoo, leading to questions about his viability in the Maine primary and concerns among Democrats.
Preparations for the 2026 World Cup are facing issues, with staggering ticket prices and unsold seats in Canada, and SoFi Stadium workers in Los Angeles authorizing a strike over pay disputes.
Pope Leo XIV began a weeklong visit to Spain, where he urged leaders to temper divisions, met with migrants, and focused on social justice issues. His visit also included discussions on respect for human life.
A 35-year-old man spearfishing off Michaelmas Island died after being attacked by a suspected 4.5-meter shark, marking the third fatal shark attack in Australia in four weeks.
President Trump highlighted a stronger-than-expected jobs report as evidence of a booming US economy, declaring it's 'raining jobs,' despite ongoing concerns about affordability and rising interest rates.'