Texas floods missing persons drop to 3 in Kerr country
Summary The number of missing persons in Kerr County, Texas, has dropped sharply from over 160 to just three as the search enters its third week. The official death toll in Kerr County is 107, including 70 adults and 37 children. Statewide, Texas has…
Scott Bessent calls for federal reserve review
Summary US Treasury official Bessent calls for institutional examination of the Federal Reserve. The call emphasizes potential reforms to the Federal Reserve’s structure and operations. This statement reflects ongoing debates within US economic…
Off-Duty border patrol agent shot in Manhattan park
Summary An off-duty U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer was shot in the face and arm during an attempted robbery at Fort Washington Park in Manhattan. The officer, age 42, was sitting near the Hudson River with a female companion when…
Ankara aims to revitalize Iraq-Turkey Oil Pipeline Cooperation
Summary Turkey aims to initiate a new and vibrant phase in its oil pipeline cooperation with Iraq. The focus is on strengthening strategic energy ties between Iraq and Turkey. Ankara’s official emphasized the importance of reviving…
Japan PM Ishiba vows to stay after election defeat
Summary Japan’s PM Shigeru Ishiba’s party lost its Upper House majority for the first time since 1955. The ruling coalition secured only 47 of the 50 seats needed, losing control of both parliamentary houses. Voter dissatisfaction stemmed from rising…
Russian Missile strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv drones disrupt Moscow
Summary Russian missiles and drones strike Ukraine, killing at least one in Kyiv. Ukrainian drones disrupt all major Moscow airports, affecting over 140 flights. Peace talks discussed as both sides escalate attacks. Kyiv’s largest drone campaign in weeks…
UK plans $7B seized Bitcoin sale to boost budget
Summary The UK government is actively working to sell approximately $7 billion worth of seized Bitcoin. The seized assets are part of recovered cryptocurrency linked to criminal activities. Selling the Bitcoin aims to boost the UK’s national…
Mike Rigas tapped by Trump to lead GSA amid leadership shift
Summary Trump appointed Mike Rigas as acting administrator of the General Services Administration (GSA). Rigas, a Trump veteran, assumes the role to oversee GSA and control agency leadership. Move seen as effort to rein in Musk-aligned officials Stephen…
Congressional Republicans facing cuts while battling shutdown risk
Summary Congressional Republicans face challenges cutting spending while avoiding government shutdown. Passing all 12 appropriations bills before the September 30 deadline remains unlikely. House GOP aims for deep non-defense spending cuts; Senate less…
Gabbard alleges Obama officials faked Russia narrative
Summary Tulsi Gabbard released documents alleging Obama officials manipulated 2016 election intelligence. She claims a “treasonous conspiracy” aimed to harm President Trump. Gabbard threatened criminal referrals against former Obama…