United States · Politics
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Record-breaking heat wave scorches central and eastern US, Canada affecting over 100 million
A historic heat wave struck mid-July 2026, pushing temperatures above 43°C across parts of the US and Canada and affecting over 100 million people.
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Former US Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to felony vandalism at Lincoln Memorial pool
David Hearn, 67, denied felony charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool liner in Washington D.C. on July 9, 2026.
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Netanyahu and Trump Agree to Meet in US After Phone Call Amid Tensions
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Trump agreed on July 3 to meet soon in the US following rising tensions over Iran and Lebanon conflicts.
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Pope Leo XIV urges Europe and US to strengthen migrant protections during Lampedusa visit
Pope Leo XIV visited Lampedusa on July 4, 2026, urging Europe and the US to improve migrant protection and oppose harsh immigration policies.
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Trump delivers patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore for US 250th Independence Day
On July 3, 2026, President Donald Trump gave a speech at Mount Rushmore praising American exceptionalism and warning about a communist threat ahead of the US 250th Independence Day.
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Trump takes first flight on new Air Force One gifted by Qatar Boeing 747-8
US President Donald Trump flew July 1 for the first time on a Qatar-gifted Boeing 747-8 serving as new Air Force One.
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Spokane man arrested for first-degree arson in largest local wildfire
Aaron Farinacci, 37, was arrested for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, largest of three wildfires burning near Spokane, Washington.
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Ukrainian President Zelensky dismisses US ambassador Olha Stefanishyna after nearly one year
On August 3, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Olha Stefanishyna as ambassador to the US, following her nearly one-year tenure.
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Netanyahu to attend UN General Assembly despite NYC mayor's calls for arrest
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to attend the UN General Assembly in New York in September despite NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s calls to enforce an ICC arrest warrant against him.
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UN General Assembly Reappoints Volker Turk as UN Human Rights Chief for Second Term
The UN General Assembly voted 144-10-13 to reappoint Volker Turk as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights from 2026 to 2030 despite opposition.
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US and Saudi Arabia sign nuclear deal allowing uranium enrichment and reprocessing
The US and Saudi Arabia signed a 123 Agreement July 22 permitting Saudi uranium enrichment and nuclear cooperation using US technology.
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US Vice President JD Vance and wife Usha welcome fourth child Alec Neel Vance
Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha announced the birth of their fourth child, Alec Neel Vance, on July 19, 2026, at Walter Reed Medical Center.
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US approves $1.96 billion arms sale to Saudi Arabia amid Middle East tensions
The US State Department approved a $1.96 billion weapons sale to Saudi Arabia to boost air defenses amid escalating regional conflict.
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US House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent with 308-117 vote
The US House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act to keep daylight saving time year-round, ending clock changes nationwide.
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Iran Buries Slain Supreme Leader Khamenei Amid Renewed US-Iran Clashes
Iran buried Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on July 9, 2026, in Mashhad amid surging US-Iran hostilities.
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Western Allies Meet in Paris to Boost Ukraine Air Defence and Coordinate Sanctions
On July 13, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met 25 Western leaders in Paris to secure more air-defence aid and unify support against Russia.
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US judge orders Donald Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5 million for assault and defamation
A US federal judge ordered Donald Trump to pay writer E. Jean Carroll $5 million in damages for sexual assault and defamation after a 2023 jury verdict.
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Trump warns of renewed US strikes on Iran after ceasefire breakdown at NATO summit
On July 8, 2026, US President Trump warned the US will likely strike Iran again, declaring the ceasefire deal over amid rising tensions.
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Philippine Senate Secretary begins impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte
The Philippine Senate began the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 6, 2026, over allegations of graft, bribery, and assassination plots.
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US celebrates 250th Independence Day with Trump speech and global congratulations
President Trump warned of a 'communist menace' in a July 3 speech as the US marked its 250th Independence Day with international messages and events.
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Donald Trump posts AI-generated video depicting himself as doctor treating critics for 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'
On July 1, 2026, former President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated video portraying himself as a doctor treating celebrity critics for 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'.
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Two Arrested After Climbing Empire State Building Antenna for Proposal and Banner
Two Russian climbers scaled the Empire State Building antenna on July 1, proposed marriage, displayed a banner, and were arrested in New York City.
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US DOJ Drops Vandalism Charges Against Former Olympian Over Lincoln Memorial Damage
The US Justice Department dismissed felony vandalism charges against ex-Olympian David Hearn linked to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage.
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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill at least eight Palestinians amid stalled Hamas disarmament talks
Israeli forces killed at least eight Palestinians, including children, in Gaza airstrikes amid stalled talks over Hamas disarmament and troop withdrawals.