Man gifted his girlfriend a perfume he’d found. A few hours later, they became collateral damage in an international assassination plot “It went so tragically wrong so quick." We Got This Covered · Jul 13
CDC Says West Nile Virus Is Off to Its Earliest Start Since 2004 as Peak Season Approaches CDC confirms 48 West Nile cases by June 30, 2026 — nearly 5x the historical average. Maricopa County leads with 29 cases and 5 deaths. Peak season is still ahead. Medical Daily · Jul 13
Is Donald Trump winning his war against the media? President and allies have sued, cut access and issued subpoenas, but experts say media still producing strong work The Guardian - US · Jul 13
NATO just wrapped up a meeting in Turkey. As they left, President Erdogan handed the leaders a dangerous gift “It struck me that my gift of maple syrup kind of undermatched” We Got This Covered · Jul 13
Did the media fall short in its reporting on Graham Platner? The twisting road to the candidate’s exit left a lot to be desired. But ultimately, reporters ferreted out the truth The Guardian - US · Jul 13
Erling Haaland is a giant on the soccer pitch and off, but the internet and parasocial relationships are also turning him into their ‘babygirl’ "I cannot fathom being such a pretty Norwegian princess.” We Got This Covered · Jul 13
Neil the Seal has returned to the ocean, but scientists are now worried about what’s next, given his huge size and chaotic behavior “As a community, we’re just going to have to adapt.” We Got This Covered · Jul 13
Iran-US war latest: Trump launches new wave of strikes as UAE condemns Iran’s ‘brazen’ attacks on tankers Donald Trump has said the US will be guardians of Strait of Hormuz and impose a 20 percent toll on ships using it The Independent UK · Jul 13
Trump Administration Accused by New Mexico of Blocking Crucial Jeffrey Epstein Ranch Files New Mexico's AG accuses the USDOJ of delaying justice for Epstein's victims by withholding unredacted records crucial to the Zorro Ranch investigation, raising concerns over accountability. International Business Times UK · Jul 12
‘Mr President, you’re not far behind God’: Lindsey Graham in his own words South Carolina senator illustrated the changing face of the Republican party, from being an anti-Trump voice to a supporter of his war with Iran The Guardian - US · Jul 12
25-year-old Jayden Adams represented South Africa in FIFA. Now, the police are investigating the midfielder’s death "South African football has lost one of its brightest young talents.” We Got This Covered · Jul 12
Iran declares Hormuz closed after 'unauthorised' vessel hit, warns of 'severe response' Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel incident and warned of severe retaliation. The United States demands Iran cease attacks and ensure free passage through the waterway. Mediators are attempting to arrange talks between Iran and the United States regarding regional stability. Iran's new supreme leader vowed vengeance… The Economic Times · Jul 12
The U.S. and Iran can't agree on fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The solution could be straight out of the Old Testament Oman has drafted a proposal to manage traffic in the strait through two separately controlled routes, sources told CNN. Fortune · Jul 11
CNN gives update on Scott Jennings’ claims about Mitch McConnell’s health IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 11
Cinemablend · Jul 11 CNN Insiders Weigh In On The Main ‘Problem’ CBS News’ Bari Weiss Would Have If She Ran The Network CNN's corporate future is sparking discussions.
The Independent UK · Jul 11 CNN distances itself from their conservative commentator Scott Jennings’ claims about Mitch McConnell’s health ‘His account of a personal conversation with Senator McConnell reflects his experience and is not CNN reporting,’ network spokesperson said
International Business Times UK · Jul 11 A Soured Alliance: Why Netanyahu's Emergency Warnings Weren't Enough to Save His Relationship With Donald Trump Israel has warned the US of Iran's renewed plot to assassinate Trump, highlighting ongoing threats since the 2020 Soleimani strike, amid cooling relations between Trump and Netanyahu.
The Economic Times · Jul 11 A new plot to kill Trump? One US ally believes Iran was behind it: Report Israel has reportedly shared intelligence about an alleged Iranian plot targeting President Donald Trump. US authorities have not yet independently verified this specific threat information. This development occurs amid ongoing tensions and a strained ceasefire between the nations. US officials have previously warned of potential Iranian retaliation for past actions.…
The Times of India · Jul 11 New satellite images reveal Iran may be rebuilding nuclear facilities: Report Iran appears to have begun repairing and rebuilding parts of its nuclear infrastructure weeks after the US-Israel strikes, according to newly available satellite imagery. This can be a development that raises fresh questions over whether Tehran is complying with the memorandum of understanding (MoU) it signed with the United States…
The Times of India · Jul 11 '1,000 missiles locked & loaded': Trump warns Iran, claims 'orders given' if Tehran tries to assassinate him Donald Trump on Saturday warned Iran of a massive military response, saying "1,000 missiles are locked and loaded" and aimed at Tehran if it carried out any attempt to assassinate him, amid reports of an alleged new plot against the "sitting US president."
The Times of India · Jul 11 Did Israel push US to attack Iran by sharing Trump assassination intel - what was Tehran planning? Israel's decision to share intelligence alleging a new Iranian assassination plot against US President Donald Trump may have been aimed not only at warning Washington but also at influencing the White House's approach towards Iran, according to CNN, which cited US officials familiar with the matter.
The Independent UK · Jul 10 CNN reporter startled by thunder and lightning during White House report A CNN reporter became startled live on air when thunder and lightning broke out over the White House.
The Independent UK · Jul 10 Trump’s ghost town Great American State Fair goes out much like it came in - with a whimper President Donald Trump declared that ‘everybody’ has been ‘loving’ the Great American State Fair, but some attendees said they weren’t too impressed by the offerings
The Independent UK · Jul 10 Hegseth rages after learning not all Navy sailors are following his demand to be clean-shaven: report The Trump official has made a point of focusing on service members’ physical appearance as part of his campaign to invigorate the military’s ‘warrior ethos’
Latin Times · Jul 10 New Details in ICE's Fatal Shooting of Mexican Man in Houston Reveal Agents Targeted the Wrong Person The 52-year-old Mexican national was allegedly on his way to work on July 7 and was driving three other people in a white van. According to the DHS statement, surveillance of the intended targets had identified two white vans at the property.