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Trump Ballroom Fiasco: Watchdog Exposes Patrons Snaring £40B In Contracts After Giving Cash

A new watchdog report says corporate donors helping fund Donald Trump's £400m White House ballroom have received over £40bn in US contracts, raising fresh questions over influence and access.

International Business Times UK

Canadian Prime Minister Carney, Mexican President Scheinbaum to Join Trump at World Cup Final

The three leaders of the co-hosting nations were previously together at the 2026 World Cup draw in December in Washington, D.C.

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Washington voters to decide on an initiative to repeal legislation establishing an income tax for households earning over $1 million and ban income taxes in general

Voters in Washington will decide on a ballot measure that would repeal legislation establishing an income tax for certain households and ban income taxes altogether on Nov. 3, 2026.

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WA-03 Aug. 4 top-two primary features incumbent Gluesenkamp Perez (D) and candidates from both parties

Incumbent Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D), Brent Hennrich (D), John Braun (R), and six other candidates are running in the top-two primary for Washington's 3rd Congressional District on August 4, 2026. As of July 2026, Perez, Hennrich, and Braun led in fundraising and local media attention.

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Code Purple: Millions Across NYC, Philly, and DC Suffocating Under Record-Breaking Toxic Haze

New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. are under a Code Purple air quality alert as Canadian wildfire smoke descends on the East Coast

International Business Times UK

ConocoPhillips takes 42% stake in BP Iraq venture

ConocoPhillips will acquire a minority stake in BP's northern Iraq oil venture. The deal involves BP Energy Company of Kirkuk Limited's production sites. This agreement is expected during Iraq Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's Washington visit. ConocoPhillips anticipates value creation through efficient redevelopment and exploration. The partnership aims to boost production…

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Trump Reportedly Furious at Netanyahu Over Türkiye F-35 Sale; Israeli PM Cancels US Trip After White House Meeting Snub

Donald Trump is reportedly upset with Benjamin Netanyahu over criticism of a potential US-Türkiye F-35 deal, straining their previously close relationship.

International Business Times UK

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Elaine Chao's Bizarre Trench Coat In 106-Degree Heat Sparks Wild Mitch McConnell Theories

Elaine Chao's trench coat in Washington's heat has sparked online theories about Mitch McConnell's health, following his hospitalisation for a fall and pneumonia.

International Business Times UK

Dates set for Lindsey Graham funeral services

As Washington reels from the unexpected death of Sen. Lindsey Graham last weekend, his office on Friday released dates for expected memorials later this month, both in the nation’s capital and back in his home state of South Carolina. Taylor Reidy, who served as the late senator’s communication director, said…

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JD Vance Accuses Israeli Officials of Derailing US-Iran Peace Push and Extending War

US Vice President JD Vance accuses Israeli officials of trying to influence American opinion to undermine Iran negotiations, exposing tensions between Washington and Jerusalem.

International Business Times UK

'His Sister, a Senate Seat? That's an Inheritance Jackpot': Daily Show Turns Lindsey Graham's Death and Succession Into a Dynasty Joke

The Daily Show has turned Lindsey Graham's death and the appointment of his sister Darline to his Senate seat into a biting joke about political dynasties, calling it an 'inheritance jackpot'.

International Business Times UK

Wrapup: Congress’ July sprint off to a stumbling start

Republican leaders laid the groundwork for a final dash to pass partisan legislative priorities before August recess. But if this week was any indication, it won’t be an easy run. First, Washington was struck by the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on July 11. Moving quickly, South Carolina…

Roll Call

Karoline Leavitt Downplays Epstein Files as Democrats' 'Classic Washington Hoax' to Smear Trump

Karoline Leavitt faces criticism after a clip shows her dismissing scrutiny over Epstein files as a Democratic 'hoax' against Trump, sparking outrage on social media.

International Business Times UK

In 1980, Mount St Helens buried a river valley in volcanic sediment. Then 58 beavers helped turn the wasteland into a thriving wetland

More than 40 years after the Mount St. Helens eruption buried a Washington river valley under volcanic sediment, 58 relocated beavers have helped restore the damaged landscape. Their dams and wetlands brought back native plants, fish and wildlife. However, conservationists fear a planned government project to raise a sediment retention…

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Has Trump's Pakistan reset failed? Why Islamabad still leans towards China

In October 2011, Hillary Clinton stood in Islamabad next to Pakistan's foreign minister and delivered one of the most quoted warnings in the history of US-Pakistan relations. A country that keeps snakes in its backyard, she said, cannot expect them to bite only the neighbours. Eventually, she warned, those snakes…

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Trump accuses China of meddling in US elections in his speech to nation

WASHINGTON — United States President Donald Trump on Thursday spent considerable time accusing China of meddling in key US elections during a prime-time speech he delivered to the nation from the White House.

Bangkok Post

Startups bet on AI -- and a leaner future

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - When Eric Lauer needs to hire at Giftory, the online gift-giving platform he runs, he's no longer looking for eager young coders fresh out of college.

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US to tighten visa regulations for foreign students, journalists

WASHINGTON - The Trump administration moved on Thursday to tighten the duration of visas for foreign students, cultural exchange visitors and journalists.

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'Cyber threat to democracy': Trump claims Russia, China, Iran, North Korea can compromise US election systems

US President Donald Trump on Friday alleged that Russia, China, Iran, North Korea and non-state actors possess the capability to compromise America's election infrastructure.

The Economic Times

From mediator to marketer: Pakistan lobbies for a bigger US role

Pakistan hired a US lobbying firm to boost security cooperation and minerals investment. The two-year agreement aims to convert goodwill into tangible bilateral benefits for Pakistan. The firm will engage with Congress and government officials, including the Pentagon. Efforts focus on restoring defense dialogue and attracting investment in Pakistan's minerals…

The Economic Times

Iran strikes US military assets in Bahrain with drones after Washington's attacks on civilian infrastructure

Iran's Army on Thursday (local time) stated that it has launched drone attacks targeting US military assets in Bahrain in response to American strikes on civilian infrastructure in the Islamic Republic, which resulted in the death of three and injured several.

The Economic Times

White House says Iran 'very much continues' talks with Washington, wants to 'make a deal' despite US strikes

The White House on Thursday (local time) said Iran continues to engage in talks with the United States and has expressed its willingness to reach an agreement with Washington, even as US forces have carried out multiple rounds of strikes against Iranian targets in recent days.

The Economic Times

Trump threatens new Iran escalation and risks repeating old mistakes

President Trump has increased U.S. air strikes on Iran, but strategy shows little success. An interim ceasefire deal has collapsed, leaving the U.S. in a difficult situation. Iran has threatened to involve its allies in Yemen if strikes continue. Analysts believe escalation will not compel Iran to change its position.…

Latin Times

Leavitt's First Briefing Back Covers the Waterfront — But Talks Around the Week's Deadliest Immigration Story

Leavitt's first briefing since maternity leave covered election hype, cooling inflation, and a betting scandal — but sidestepped the deadliest immigration story of the week.

The Independent UK

National Guard deployment to DC will last through Trump's term

President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to the nation’s capital is being extended by more than two years and will last until the end of his term

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