Israel launched airstrikes on Syria's military headquarters in Damascus, killing one and injuring 18, amid escalating violence in Sweida. The strikes followed clashes between Druze and Sunni tribes, and the Syrian government's attempts to restore order. Israel cited its concern for Druze civilians and stated its intention to...
A massive fire severely damaged the main stage at Belgium's Tomorrowland music festival on July 16, just days before the event's start. No injuries were reported. Firefighters responded, and while the festival organizers haven't canceled the event, they are working on solutions for the weekend. DreamVille campsite...
California Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains, a doctor, announced her candidacy for Congress, challenging Republican Rep. David Valadao. Bains criticizes Valadao's vote for a bill endangering healthcare for millions in their district, including 290,000 Medi-Cal recipients. She highlights her experience as a physician and her occasional opposition to her own...
Central New York is under a heat advisory from 11 AM due to high temperatures and dew points, making it feel near 100 degrees. Early afternoon showers are expected, with severe thunderstorms possible after 5 PM. Thursday brings more showers and potential severe thunderstorms in the Adirondacks, followed...
California Governor Gavin Newsom threatened to gerrymander the state's congressional districts if Texas does the same, despite lacking the authority. Newsom's reaction follows Texas Governor Greg Abbott's planned redrawing of Texas's congressional boundaries to benefit Republicans. This move is seen as an attempt by Republicans to maintain control...
An ICE agent testified in a federal trial that the arrest of Tufts University doctoral student Rumeysa Öztürk, based on a revoked visa, was so unusual he sought legal confirmation. The agent, Patrick Cunningham, stated he found no evidence of criminal activity. Öztürk's attorney claims the arrest was...
James Gunn's "Superman" debuted with a $220 million worldwide opening, exceeding expectations domestically but underperforming internationally. While Wall Street reacted positively to the film's performance, box office analysts offered mixed reviews, citing disappointing international numbers. The film's $225 million production budget and $125 million marketing campaign, including high-profile...
Pete Davidson and his girlfriend, Elsie Hewitt, are expecting their first child. Hewitt announced the pregnancy on Instagram, showcasing ultrasound photos and cuddling pictures. The couple, who went public with their relationship in March, are reportedly overjoyed, with Davidson's family expressing their excitement. The baby is expected to...
The U.S. Army successfully conducted its first live-fire exercise of the Typhon missile system outside the continental U.S. during Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 in Australia. The system, capable of launching Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles, sank a maritime target. This demonstration showcases the Typhon's capabilities in the Indo-Pacific, a region...
President Trump is accusing former supporters of being "weaklings" for believing Democratic claims about Jeffrey Epstein, stating he no longer desires their support. This follows Republican allies in Congress pushing for the release of more Epstein-related documents. Trump calls the Epstein scandal a Democratic "scam" and a distraction from...
