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US scraps limits on emissions from coal and gas power plants
The EPA announced it is scrapping emissions limits for coal and gas power plants, saying the move will save $310 billion and reduce energy prices, while environmental groups warned of significant health and environmental costs.
Bob Mackie: Legendary costume designer dies aged 87
Bob Mackie, the renowned “Sultan of Sequins” who designed iconic costumes for Cher, Elton John, and other entertainment legends, has died at age 87. The Tony and Emmy-winning designer shaped decades of performance fashion history.
Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Trump say Putin ally paid for some wedding festivities as a ‘gift’
Donald Trump Jr’s wife confirmed that a Russian oligarch with ties to Vladimir Putin partially funded their May wedding in the Bahamas, paying hundreds of thousands of dollars for celebration events.
Geneva talks put Rwanda-DRC peace deal to the test
Officials from the DRC and Rwanda are meeting in Geneva to discuss implementation of their 2025 peace agreement, with ongoing fighting and unresolved security commitments complicating progress.
Trump administration suffers double legal setback over immigration rules
A federal judge blocked Trump administration visa caps for students and journalists, while Democratic-led states sued to stop residency restrictions tied to public benefit use.
Internet shutdown crosses 100 days in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Internet services have remained restricted in Pakistan-administered Kashmir for over 100 days following protests demanding electoral reforms, disrupting banking, business, and education.
Palestine weekly: Settlement sanctions spark diplomatic crisis
Western nations announced sanctions on Israeli settlements this week, prompting Israel to order the UK consulate’s closure and retaliate against perceived critics, while violence and humanitarian deterioration continued across Gaza and the West Bank.
Hungary to amend anti-LGBTQ law to align with EU standards
Hungary’s government submitted a bill to amend anti-LGBTQ rules for minors introduced under Viktor Orban, aiming to align the legislation with EU standards and remove references to banning homosexuality promotion.
What to watch in the US’s Delaware primary elections
Delaware holds its final state primary election before November midterms this week, with races for US Senate, House, and state offices on the ballot in the heavily Democratic state.
Trump threatens to block Canada’s Bombardier sales unless planes made in US
President Trump threatened to block Bombardier aircraft sales in the US unless the Canadian manufacturer shifts production to American facilities, escalating tensions between the nations.
Syria detains Assad-era general accused of bloody crackdown on protests
Syrian authorities have detained a former general accused of involvement in a 1982 massacre and directing troops to fire on unarmed protesters in 2011.
The domestic armed threat facing Iran
Iranian authorities have arrested members of alleged anti-revolutionary groups and are monitoring pro-monarchy sentiment and ethnic armed groups along its borders amid ongoing conflict and economic unrest.
Dozens feared trapped in collapsed building in Delhi
A five-storey residential building housing students collapsed in Delhi’s Satya Niketan neighbourhood, with dozens feared trapped and at least three confirmed dead.
Bosnian Serbs strengthen ties with Israel amid tensions
The Israeli Chamber of Commerce opened an office in Banja Luka this week, strengthening ties between Israel and Republika Srpska amid broader international criticism of Israel’s military actions.
Niger military accuses France of orchestrating failed coup: What to know
Niger’s military government accused France of orchestrating a failed mutiny in the capital last week, an allegation France denied. The incident reflects ongoing tensions between the nations following Niger’s 2023 coup.
Energy secretary says US might not reach nuclear agreement with Iran
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that the US may not reach a nuclear agreement with Iran, citing options including military action or awaiting a new Iranian administration.
Trump administration appeals again to US Supreme Court over mail-in voting
The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court for a second time seeking to enforce new mail-in voting restrictions ahead of November midterm elections, after a federal judge blocked the policy as likely unconstitutional.
Abdul El-Sayed uses speech to talk about Muslim faith and American identity
Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed addressed Muslim American identity and belonging at an Islamic conference, while criticizing U.S. military spending and foreign policy.
Philippine vice president is ordered arrested for threats against the president
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte was ordered arrested Friday over charges that she publicly threatened to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and two others.
Fuel tanker blast in western Iran kills at least 10
A fuel tanker explosion on a highway in western Iran killed at least 10 people on Saturday, triggered by a braking system failure that caused a road crash.
Families lose ‘lifeline’ after Haitian caregivers let go as TPS status ends
Long Island families are losing Haitian caregivers after their temporary protected status expired at the end of July, disrupting care for disabled individuals and seniors across the healthcare industry.
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Pedestrian Deaths Hit a 33-Year High Nationwide
Pedestrian deaths are on the rise, hitting a 33-year high, according to a recent report. The Highway Safety Association claims that the number of pedestrian deaths was 6,000 last year across the nation. The statistics also show that other traffic-related deaths are...
2017’s Happiest States in America
With the U.S. ranking No. 14 on this year’s World Happiness Report, down one spot since the previous edition, and research proving that money up to a certain dollar amount can contribute to happiness, the personal-finance website WalletHub conducted an in-depth...
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