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Trump calls on Thune to cancel Senate’s August recess to confirm his nominees

Senators hoping for an August respite after several weeks of late-night votes may not be in luck, with President Trump asking Majority Leader Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) Saturday to cancel the chamber’s traditional late-summer recess. Trump, in a Truth Social post on Saturday, asked the Senate to cancel its traditional August vacation to confirm his...

Published on: July 20, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Homan slams ‘buffoon’ Nadler over comments on ICE agent attacks

Border czar Tom Homan slammed Rep. Jerry Nadler (D) on Saturday over a comment the New York congressman made about assaults on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. “What attacks on ICE agents?” Nadler asked in a clip that aired on Fox News. “This buffoon knows exactly what attacks — his party is the one...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Hegseth senior staffer out at Pentagon

Justin Fulcher, a senior staffer at the Pentagon and advisor to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has left the Defense Department (DOD), an agency spokesperson confirmed to NewsNation. Fulcher’s departure is the latest shakeup in recent months in the top ranks of the DOD, which saw three top officials ousted in April. Fulcher was elevated to...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Tech company CEO resigns after video captured at Coldplay concert goes viral

The IT company CEO captured in awidely circulated videoshowing him embracing an employee at a Coldplay concert has resigned. Andy Byron resigned from his job as CEO of Cincinnati-based Astronomer Inc., according to astatement posted on LinkedInby the company Saturday.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

Portnoy on ‘arrogant’ Colbert’s cancellation: ‘What did you think was going to happen?’

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy bashed Stephen Colbert on Saturday, calling the late-night host “ungrateful” after Colbert's show was axed by CBS in what the network claimed was a “financial decision.” “For these people, including like Colbert, to be like, ‘This isn’t really right and we’re blindsided’ — buddy, you’re losing 40 million dollars a...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

What is publicly known about Trump’s yearslong relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

As Trump continues to spar with parts of his political base over his handling of the Epstein files, attention is turning to the relationship between the two men. John Yang speaks with New York Times White House correspondent Luke Broadwater, who has written about what’s known about the Trump-Epstein relationship, to learn more.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

News Wrap: Dozens injured after car crashes into crowd in Los Angeles

In our news wrap Saturday, an investigation is underway after a car plowed into a crowd outside a Los Angeles nightclub, at least 32 people in Gaza died after Israeli troops opened fire at a food aid site, the EPA announced the closing of its research branch, and Heritage Foundation co-founder Edwin J. Feulner died at age 83.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

How National Cancer Institute funding cuts could affect the fight against the disease

For decades, the National Cancer Institute has spearheaded breakthrough advancements against the disease. Cancer deaths have been reduced by a third since the 1990s, but now the world’s premier cancer institute is in the midst of a fierce battle over its future. William Brangham speaks with Rachana Pradhan of KFF Health News for more.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

Astronomer CEO resigns after Coldplay video goes viral

The CEO of Astronomer, a New York-based tech company, resigned Saturday following speculation surrounding a moment caught on camera during a Coldplay concert in Massachusetts this week.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Transgender military members fight to continue serving despite Trump’s ban

Thousands of transgender troops are facing removal from the U.S. military because the Trump administration is banning them from serving. The Pentagon says they can either self-identify and leave voluntarily with extended benefits, or face involuntary separation. Evident Media’s Dan Ming speaks with some of the transgender military members who are fighting the ban in court.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

A look at some of 2025’s new additions to UNESCO World Heritage List

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee met in Paris this month to add to its list of cultural sites around the world deemed to be of “outstanding value to humanity.” The 26 new sites reflect the wide range encompassed by UNESCO’s criteria. John Yang reports.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

MAGA comes to Trump's defense on Epstein after WSJ turmoil

Influential figures in the MAGA realm who have pushed the administration to release more documents related to Jeffrey Epstein’s case are coming to President Trump’s defense after The Wall Street Journal reported that the commander-in-chief allegedly sent a lewd letter to the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender over 20 years ago. The Journal reported...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Conservatives mourn death of Heritage Foundation founder

The death of Ed Feulner, the co-founder of the Heritage Foundation, has sparked an outpouring of support from Republican lawmakers and leaders. Feulner helped start the Heritage Foundation in 1973 and served as its president for nearly 40 years. “In the passing of Dr. Ed Feulner, the conservative movement has lost one of its true...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

The 5 Senate seats most likely to flip

An already active start to the 2026 cycle has kicked into overdrive in recent weeks with a major retirement announcement, the passage of a key GOP priority and moves by candidates that could further scramble the chess board. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) made waves in the lead-up to the passage of President Trump’s “big, beautiful...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

AI in health care could save lives and money — but not yet

A professor and researcher who studies AI and health care analytics explains why AI’s growth will be gradual, and how technical limitations and ethical concerns stand in the way of AI’s widespread adoption by the medical industry.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

Joe Rogan urges Texas Democrat to run for president

Podcast host Joe Rogan offered high praise for state Rep. James Talarico (D) on his podcast Friday, telling the Texas lawmaker that he should launch a White House bid. “You need to run for president. We need someone who is actually a good person,” Rogan said at the end of a multi-hour interview. Talarico, who...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Sunday shows preview: Trump-Epstein saga reaches fever pitch

The case of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein dominated headlines once again this week as President Trump has struggled to manage the fallout over an FBI and Department of Justice memo that pushed back on several conspiracy theories about the convicted sex offender. This is likely to be the focus of much of this week's Sunday...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

How to buy 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets

With 6.5 million fans expected to attend and millions more registered online, securing your spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup may not be as simple as logging in to your preferred ticket retailer.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Canadian woman dies after falling ill at Belgium's Tomorrowland music festival

A festival spokesperson said in an emailed statement that a 35-year-old Canadian woman fell ill at the event Friday and was hospitalized. But organizers were told Saturday morning she had died.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

Trump must not ignore Nigeria's humanitarian crisis 

Nigeria is experiencing a grave humanitarian crisis with over 3,000 Christians killed and 2,000 kidnapped, prompting calls for the US to designate the country as a Country of Particular Concern for systematic, ongoing, and egregious religious freedom violations.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Israeli troops fatally shoot 32 Palestinians trying to reach aid sites: Gaza officials

Most of Saturday's deaths occurred as Palestinians massed in the Teina area, about threekilometresfrom an aid distribution centre backed by the U.S. and Israel, near the southern city of Khan Younis.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

Brazilian president: Trump is not ‘the emperor of the world’

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva urged President Trump to negotiate a trade agreement this week as the U.S. has pursued increasingly aggressive action over the criminal prosecution of Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil’s former president. “What we cannot have is President Trump forgetting that he was elected to govern the U.S. he was elected not...

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

South African citrus growers face uncertainty amid proposed 30 percent US tariffs

The impending 30 percent tariff on South African citrus imports to the U.S. threatens the livelihoods of South African citrus farmers, as it could lead to food inflation and a disruption in the supply chain.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Tour boat in Vietnam capsizes during storm, killing over 30 people

A boat carrying tourists capsized during a sudden thunderstorm in Vietnam on Saturday afternoon during a sightseeing excursion, killing more than 30 people, state media reported.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

Man found shot after striking crowd with car outside Los Angeles nightclub, injuring 30

A vehicle rammed into a crowd of people waiting to enter a nightclub in Los Angeles early Saturday, injuring 30 people and leading bystanders to attack the driver, authorities said. The driver was later found to have been shot, according to Los Angeles police, who were searching for a suspected gunman who fled the scene.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

Congo and M23 rebels sign declaration of principles for permanent ceasefire

Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels on Saturday signed a declaration of principles in Qatar to end decadeslong fighting and commit to a comprehensive peace agreement that would include the restoration of state authorities in key eastern cities controlled by the insurgents.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

EPA eliminates research and development office as it begins thousands of layoffs

The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

Trump sues Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch over story reporting on Epstein ties

President Donald Trumpfiled a $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch Friday, a day after the newspaper published a story reporting on his ties to wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour

Congo, M23 rebels pledge to reach peace deal next month

Congo and the M23 rebel group on Saturday pledged to sign a peace agreement by Aug. 18, a sign of progress even as outstanding details need to be negotiated. Representatives for both sides were at a ceremony in Doha following months of Qatari mediation.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

Vehicle strikes people waiting to enter L.A. nightclub, injuring 30

A vehicle rammed into a crowd of people waiting to enter a nightclub along a busy boulevard in Los Angeles early Saturday, injuring 30 people and leading bystanders to attack the driver, authorities said.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

Clashes escalate in Syria's Druze region despites calls for sides to respect ceasefire

Sectarian clashes escalated in Syria's predominantly Druze region of Sweida on Saturday, with machine-gun fire and mortar shelling ringing out after days of bloodshed as the Islamist-led government struggled to implement a ceasefire.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

CEO resigns after he was caught cosying up to co-worker in Coldplay concert clip

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

Skydiver Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding crash at 56

Felix Baumgartner, the Austrian skydiver known for his 2012 supersonic jump from the stratosphere, died in a paragliding crash in Italy. He was 56. Local reports say he lost control mid-air and crashed near a hotel pool.

Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada

Minnesota Democrat convicted on felony burglary charge

Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell (D) was convicted of first-degree burglary on Friday after breaking into her stepmother's home last year. Mitchell, who is a former meteorologist and lieutenant colonel in the Air National Guard, was arrested in April 2024, while serving her first term in the Minnesota Senate. Mitchell has not indicated whether she...

Published on: July 18, 2025 | Source: The Hill

Tourists to US may face new $250 'visa integrity fee'

Tourists, international students and business travelers may be required to pay a $250 fee when visiting the United States on a non-immigrant visa. The new provision applies solely to visitors from countries that require a non-immigrant visa for entry, as outlined in the "big, beautiful" spending bill signed by President Trump, according to the Envoy...

Published on: July 18, 2025 | Source: The Hill