Virginia Councilman Set on Fire in Horrific Office Attack
Virginia City Councilman Lee Vogler was viciously attacked in his workplace when a man doused him with gasoline and set him ablaze, sparking shock and an ongoing investigation into the violent assault.
Number 3% - US GDP growth in second quarter, rebounding economy
Quote “Higher tariffs have begun to show through in our economy.” — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell

Trump slaps India with 25% tariff starting August 1
Trump signs order increasing Brazil tariff to 50 percent
Trump endorses Florida State lawmaker to head RNC
President Donald Trump intensifies trade conflict by imposing steep tariffs and penalties on India and Brazil, aiming to curb their economic activities linked to Russia. Concurrently, he advances domestic nominations and endorses party figures.

Fed keeps rates steady despite Trump’s push for cuts
Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged again
Fed chair Jerome Powell throws Trump under the bus in defiance
The Federal Reserve maintains interest rates despite demands from President Trump for cuts, reflecting internal divisions among officials and impacting market reactions amid ongoing economic recalibrations.

Virginia councilman doused with gasoline and set afire
Virginia city councilman set on fire in brazen attack
Virginia city councilman set on fire at office over ‘personal matter’
Virginia city councilman Lee Vogler was the victim of a violent attack involving being doused with gasoline and set on fire at his workplace, prompting investigations and widespread condemnation of the incident.

Supreme Court to review Maxwell's sex trafficking appeal in September
Supreme Court prepares to review high-profile sex trafficking appeal by Ghislaine Maxwell, drawing attention to legal proceedings linked to Jeffrey Epstein cases.

Senate advances bill banning stock trading for Congress with Trump carveout
Trump backs Pelosi investigation for insider trading
Trump rips GOP senator over proposed congressional stock trade ban
President Trump takes hard stance on stock trading legislation, calling out political opponents while the Senate advances a bill limiting securities trades by members of Congress with exceptions for the president.

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas arrested in illegal gambling probe
Gilbert Arenas accused of hosting illegal poker games at L.A. home
Gilbert Arenas arrested for alleged illegal gambling ring
Hundreds arrested in federal probe of illegal gambling involving former NBA star Gilbert Arenas among others, highlighting intensified crackdown on underground gambling rings.

Kamala Harris confirms no run for California governor in 2026
Kamala Harris will not run for California governor in 2026
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will not run for governor
Kamala Harris officially announces she will not run for California governor in 2026, stirring speculation about her potential 2028 presidential bid and opening up the gubernatorial race.

U.S. Treasury sanctions Brazilian Supreme Court Justice
US sanctions Brazil Supreme Court justice overseeing Bolsonaro case
US sanctions Brazilian justice overseeing Bolsonaro case
The U.S. Treasury imposes sanctions on Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, escalating diplomatic tensions amid investigations involving former Brazilian President Bolsonaro.

Deadly 8.8 Russia earthquake triggers Pacific tsunami alerts
Tsunami waves reach US shores after massive Russian quake
Tsunami warning sparks evacuations in Japan and US after quake
An enormous 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s coast triggers tsunami warnings across the Pacific, prompting evacuations and heightened alertness with minimal reported damage so far.

Federal Reserve consensus cracks as two dissent on rates
Fed left divided with dissent votes on steady rates
The Federal Reserve Board experiences rare internal dissent as it votes to maintain stable interest rates, amid growing pressure from President Trump and economic optimism.

Senate invokes rare rule to force release of Epstein files
Senate Democrats seek Epstein files through obscure law
Senate Democrats try to force DOJ's hand on Epstein files
Senate Democrats invoke rarely used 'Rule of Five' to compel Justice Department to release Jeffrey Epstein grand jury documents, escalating demands for transparency on the high-profile case.

US economy rebounds with 3 percent GDP growth in Q2
US Economy grew 3% in second quarter beating estimates
US economy grew after swing in imports in second quarter
US economy rebounds with surprising 3% growth in Q2 amid impacts of Trump's tariff policies, signaling mixed signals on overall economic health and market reactions.

Fed defies Trump, keeps interest rates unchanged
Federal Reserve holds key rate steady ignoring Trump’s calls
Fed stays on hold amid Trump pressure and board dissent
Federal Reserve defies Trump’s pressure to cut rates, maintaining a steady path amid strong economic data and internal board divisions, tempering market expectations.

Trump attacks Grassley over judicial nomination tradition
Senate GOP rejects Trump call to end blue slip tradition
Trump fires salvo at GOP senator over blue slips
High-profile political figures including Trump and Senate leaders engage in heated disputes over judicial nomination procedures and stock trading policies reflective of ongoing partisan battles.

Meta CEO Zuckerberg claims superintelligence ‘in sight’
Mark Zuckerberg signals new era of personal AI empowerment
Zuckerberg promises personal superintelligence coming soon
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces advances towards personal superintelligent AI, signaling a new era of AI integration in daily life amid the tech giant's ongoing growth.

Trump to unveil new healthcare data initiative
Trump administration pushes private health tracking apps
Trump speaks on ‘Making Health Technology Great Again’
The Trump administration moves to expand healthcare technology initiatives, including launching private health data tracking systems with tech industry collaboration.

NYC gunman showed promise before violent rampage
Investigators probe NYC office building mass shooting
NYC mass killing raises security concerns for corporations
Violent incidents and investigations shake New York City following a mass shooting where the gunman showed signs of mental health issues, raising security concerns for major corporations.

James Craig guilty of murdering wife by poisoning shakes
Conviction reached in protein shake poisoning murder trial
Colorado dentist convicted for wife’s poisoning death
Jurors convict Colorado dentist James Craig of murder in chilling case where he poisoned his wife’s protein shakes over several days in an elaborate plot.

Texas GOP unveils new congressional map to gain seats
Senate Democrats challenge Trump administration’s judges
Republicans prepare to bulldoze Schumer's obstruction tactics
Senate Republicans and Democrats face battles over redistricting plans, judicial confirmations, and legislative agendas ahead of the 2026 midterms, indicating high political stakes and division.

Seven more die from malnutrition in Gaza, Hamas-run ministry
Gaza hits ‘tipping point’ with clinics full of malnourished kids
At least 46 Palestinians killed amid Gaza hunger crisis
Severe humanitarian crisis deepens in Gaza with rising malnutrition and casualties amid ongoing conflict and international aid shortages.
US sanctions Brazilian judge overseeing Bolsonaro probe
U.S. sanctions Brazilian judge tied to Bolsonaro case
US Treasury freezes assets of Brazilian Supreme Court justice
US sanctions and diplomatic tensions with Brazil escalate over judicial actions and political interference related to former President Bolsonaro, intensifying international scrutiny.
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