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Belgium Blocks 13 Gaza Scholars Stranded Without Visas
Belgium's government failed to agree on welcoming 13 Palestinian scholarship students from Gaza, as Minister Prévot denounced a 'hostage-taking'.
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PoliticsEurope
De Ridder Defends Airport Deal Amid Subsidy Uproar
Flemish minister Annick De Ridder defends a secret airport settlement, denying she said subsidies would fall, despite her own website saying they would.
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PoliticsEducation
Who Is Really Behind Belgium's 'Mars Attacks' Teachers?
An RTBF investigation asks whether Belgium's Mars Attacks teachers' collective is a genuine grassroots movement or a vehicle for political infiltration.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Officials Propose Sweeping Census Overhaul
Trump officials propose sweeping 2030 census changes, excluding some immigrants from apportionment and dropping race and ethnicity questions.
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EducationPolitics
US School Satisfaction Hits All-Time Low, Gallup Finds
Gallup poll: only 32% of Americans satisfied with K-12 education, the lowest in 27 years, driven by political divides and academic concerns.
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Politics & Elections
NH Primary Tests Sununu, Pappas in Key Senate Race
New Hampshire voters head to polls Tuesday for primaries that will set up a closely watched Senate contest as Shaheen's exit opens competitive races.
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Politics
Armed Man Charged Toward Ohio Governor Candidate at Fair
An armed man charged toward Democratic Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before being stopped by troopers.
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SportsPolitics
Kaepernick praises Mamdani, reflects on political shift
Colin Kaepernick praises NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani as a leader 'moving the needle,' reflecting on his evolution from 2016 voting boycott.
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Politics
Groen Names Vandemaele as New Federal Faction Leader
Matti Vandemaele succeeds Stefaan Van Hecke as Groen's federal faction leader, pledging to prioritize security and climate resilience.
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PoliticsBelgium
Brussels Casino: Khattabi Questions Fiscal Returns
Zakia Khattabi questions whether Brussels will see fiscal benefits from the casino concession, as the Council of State suspends the award.
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PoliticsHealth
Belgian Minister Admits Politics Failed on Heat Deaths
Belgian Minister Melissa Depraetere admits politics should have acted faster after 1,747 excess deaths during the deadliest heatwave in 30 years.
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Politics
China's NPC Passes Five Laws, Removes Top Military Leaders
China's top legislature passes five laws, approves personnel changes, and removes two senior military officials from the Central Military Commission.
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Politics
Brussels Drug Commissioner to Take Office in September
Brussels will appoint a regional drug commissioner by end of September. Eleven candidates compete for a coordination role amid drug-related shootings.
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Politics
Belgium Budget Conclave: Government Must Not Fall
Les Engagés' Verougstraete says Belgium's government must not fall as the Arizona coalition faces a critical budget conclave.
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Politics
Mechelen Opposition Demands Probe into Mayor Somers
All opposition parties in Mechelen demand an investigation into Mayor Bart Somers over a salary increase for his secretary on the police payroll.
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Politics
China's Anti-Graft Body Reshuffles in Mid-Year Plenum
China's top anti-corruption body held its first mid-year plenary since 2012, electing new deputy secretaries and signaling stricter transition discipline.
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Politics
China's NPC to Review Sweeping Legislative Agenda
China's top legislature prepares for its 24th session with eight draft laws, from medical security to anti-cross-border corruption.
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Politics
China Bids Farewell to Former Premier Zhu Rongji
Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji cremated in Beijing as Xi Jinping and top leaders pay respects; public mourns reform-era icon.
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Politics
Chen Xinwu Elected Mayor of Chongqing
Chen Xinwu elected mayor of Chongqing after a period of political turbulence in China's southwestern megacity.
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Politics
Zhu Rongji's Remains to Be Cremated, Flags at Half-Mast
Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji's remains will be cremated Aug 18 with flags at half-mast nationwide, as the nation mourns the reform-era leader.
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Politics
Democratic Primary Turnout Surges Ahead of November Midterms
Record Democratic primary turnout in several states raises questions about whether enthusiasm can carry into November midterm elections.
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PoliticsChina
Inner Mongolia Official Feng Yuzhen Under Investigation
Feng Yuzhen, director of Inner Mongolia's finance committee, is under investigation for suspected serious discipline and law violations.
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Politics
DNC Approves 2028 Primary Calendar for Diverse Voters
The DNC approved its 2028 primary calendar, placing South Carolina first and elevating states with large Black, Latino, and union voter populations.
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Politics
Trump's Blame-Avoidance Pattern Under Scrutiny
Analysis examines President Trump's consistent pattern of deflecting responsibility, contrasting with Harry Truman's 'buck stops here' principle.
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Legal & Politics
Judge Drops Nevada Fake Electors Case for Second Time
Nevada judge dismisses forgery charges against six GOP fake electors for the second time, citing lack of intent evidence. AG Ford plans to appeal.
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Politics
Nevada Swing Voters Open to Socialist Candidates
Nevada swing voters open to socialist candidates amid economic frustration, signaling shifting political dynamics in a battleground state.
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CulturePolitics
Kennedy Center Board Votes to Shut Building, Add Trump Name
Kennedy Center board votes 20-3 to close main building for renovations and reinstate Trump's name, directly challenging federal court rulings.
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Politics
Les Engagés Sends Mediators to Quell Brussels Tensions
Les Engagés sends mediators to Brussels as Jette's mayor faces authoritarianism claims and a chief of staff faces discrimination accusations.
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Politics
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to Depart
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is leaving the Trump administration at the end of August to spend more time with her young family.
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PoliticsCulture
Kennedy Center Board Votes to Add Trump's Name, Close
Kennedy Center board votes to add Trump's name back to facade and approve two-year closure, testing a federal judge's earlier ruling.
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EntertainmentPolitics
Ben Jones, 'Dukes of Hazzard' Actor, Dies at 84
Ben Jones, who played Cooter on 'The Dukes of Hazzard' and served two terms in Congress, died at 84 after a massive heart attack.
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PoliticsUnited States
National Guard Deployment in DC Extended Through 2029
Washington grapples with a National Guard deployment extended until 2029, raising questions about security and civil-military relations.
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Politics
Trump names Will Scharf as new White House counsel
Trump names Will Scharf as new White House counsel, replacing David Warrington. Scharf brings experience from Trump's immunity case.
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Politics & Governance
Zunyi Official Under Investigation in Anti-Corruption Push
Liu Dongming, a senior Zunyi official, faces investigation for discipline violations amid Guizhou's expanding anti-corruption campaign.
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Politics
Belgium's 'Super Minister' Covers for 12 Colleagues
Rob Beenders, Belgium's consumer protection minister, handles portfolios of 12 federal colleagues during the summer break, ensuring government continuity.
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PoliticsTechnology
Clipping: Social Media Practice Reshaping Belgian Politics
Clipping - short video excerpts from political speeches on social media - is reshaping Belgian politics. Experts warn of decontextualization risks.
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Politics
De Ridder Defends Airport Deal at Europe's Second Port
Belgian minister Annick De Ridder defends the regional airport subsidy deal, arguing a business airport belongs at Europe's second-largest port.
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PoliticsLaw
Shandong Official Tang Fuquan Expelled for Corruption
Tang Fuquan, former Shandong provincial official, expelled from Communist Party and removed from office over bribery and disciplinary violations.
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Politics
Belgium ignored fiscal advice on defense 8 times
Investigation reveals De Wever government overruled Inspectorate of Finance negative advice on defense spending 8 times, raising governance concerns.
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PoliticsInternational
Brazil's Workers' Party Confirms Lula for Fourth Term Bid
Brazil's Workers' Party confirms Lula for fourth term bid amid foreign interference concerns and a polarized political landscape.
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Politics
Flemish Minister Under Fire Over Secret Airport Deal
Flemish Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder faces fallout after a secret airport subsidy deal was leaked, exposing policy contradictions.
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PoliticsEconomy
China's Politburo Sets October Plenum, New Economic Push
China's Politburo set the 5th Plenum for October and pledged bolder fiscal-monetary policy, acknowledging growing economic headwinds.
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Politics
New Jersey Voter Scandal Reignites Noncitizen Voting Debate
A software error registered 6,600 noncitizens in New Jersey. Trump and DHS allege far more nationwide, but states and fact-checkers dispute the figures.
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PoliticsChina
Former Ningxia Wine Official Huang Siming Probed for Graft
Huang Siming, former Party secretary of Ningxia's Helan Mountain wine park, is under investigation for corruption in China's ongoing anti-graft campaign.
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Politics
412,000 Disciplined in China Anti-Graft Campaign in H1 2026
China's anti-corruption authorities disciplined 412,000 people in H1 2026, including 74 senior officials, signaling an intensified crackdown.
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PoliticsCorruption
Hawaii Lieutenant Governor Indicted in Corruption Probe
Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke was indicted on bribery and conspiracy charges, prompting Gov. Josh Green to call for her resignation.
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PoliticsEconomy
Minister's Blunder Exposes Secret Airport Subsidy Deal
Flemish Minister De Ridder accidentally shared a confidential deal guaranteeing airport subsidies until 2039, sparking political outrage.
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PoliticsUS News
Secret Service Agent Probed for Leaking Vance Security Info
A Secret Service agent on Vice President JD Vance's detail is under investigation for allegedly leaking operational security information.
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Politics
Secret Airport Deal Exposed After Minister's Accidental Leak
Flemish Minister De Ridder accidentally revealed a secret airport deal: dropped claims and subsidies until 2039, sparking a major transparency controversy.
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PoliticsLaw
Trump $1 Coin Faces Legal Scrutiny Over Federal Laws
The U.S. Mint is minting a $1 coin featuring President Trump, but legal experts say it violates federal laws prohibiting living individuals on currency.
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Politics
Belgium Strikes Sweeping Deal on Leave, Work, and Security
Belgium's core cabinet reaches agreement on birth leave, flexible work, import ban, and security. Opposition parties call for emergency meetings.
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PoliticsUnited States
House Votes to End Daylight Saving Time, Senate Debate Ahead
The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent. The bill now heads to the Senate for an uncertain vote.
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PoliticsCulture
Hunter Biden on Public Shame: 'It Was a Gift'
Hunter Biden tells NPR that being publicly shamed was a gift, reflecting on addiction, his father's pardon, and his unconventional media strategy.
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PoliticsSocial Affairs
Belgium Passes Pension Reform Capping Inactivity Periods
Belgium's Chamber adopts pension reform capping inactivity periods, sparking debate over coalition tensions and COVID-era sick worker pensions.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Builds White House Helipad Without Required Approvals
Trump builds a White House helipad without congressional approval or environmental reviews, sparking legal and preservation concerns.
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PoliticsUnited States
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Aorta Tear, Shakes Hill
Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 from an aortic dissection, triggering a succession scramble in South Carolina and a void in Senate leadership.
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PoliticsUnited States
Lindsey Graham Dies at 71, Sparking Battle Over Senate Seat
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 from aortic dissection. Trump endorses Graham's sister as interim senator as South Carolina prepares for special election.
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PoliticsLegal
Court Denies Trump Bid to Keep His Name on Kennedy Center
Appeals court denies Trump's request to halt removal of his name from the Kennedy Center, ruling he failed to show irreparable harm.
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Politics
Taiwan Bans 'United Front' Exchanges; Beijing Fires Back
Taiwan's MAC bans cross-strait exchanges deemed as 'united front' activities. Beijing responds, accusing Taipei of demonizing normal people-to-people ties.
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PoliticsUnited States
McConnell Hospitalized Three Weeks; Aides Withhold Details
Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for over three weeks with aides providing minimal information, raising transparency concerns.
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PoliticsHealth
Belgium's 1733 Emergency Number Sparks Cabinet Clash
Belgian Health Minister Vandenbroucke seeks to transfer emergency number 1733 from Interior to Health after heatwave failures.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium Heatwave: 1,222 Dead as Political Backlash Grows
Belgium reports 1,222 heat-related deaths from a June heatwave, sparking political fury as opposition leaders accuse the government of inaction.
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PoliticsChina
Hong Kong: 394 Arrested Under National Security Law
China's Ministry of State Security reports 394 arrested in Hong Kong for endangering national security as of April 2026, with 180 convicted.
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PoliticsEurope
CD&V Wields Outsized Influence in Belgium's Abortion Debate
Despite electoral decline, Belgium's CD&V party continues to shape abortion policy. Analysts examine how it leverages coalition power.
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PoliticsMilitary
Democrats Send National Guard to D.C. for First Since Trump
Four Democratic-led states send National Guard troops to D.C., marking a reversal as legal experts question whether troops will join Trump's task force.
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PoliticsCulture
Great American State Fair: A Celebration Divided
The Great American State Fair on the National Mall faces controversy over inclusivity, sparse crowds, state boycotts, and political divisions.
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PoliticsChina
Cai Zhaohui Named Full-Time Director of Top China Legal Body
Cai Zhaohui appointed full-time director of China's top legal body, marking a rapid promotion from his previous role in Hainan Province.
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PoliticsEconomy
Wealth Tax Exposes 'Two Injustices' in Belgian Politics
A Belgian wealth tax proposal targeting the top 5% has ignited a fierce political battle, with experts arguing it reveals two deeper injustices.
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PoliticsSocial
CD&V Still Wields Outsized Influence on Abortion Debate
Despite declining electoral power, Belgium's CD&V party continues to shape abortion reform negotiations, leveraging its coalition position.
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PoliticsEconomy
Belgian Politicians Fight to Keep Double Pensions Under Cap
Louis Michel, Karel De Gucht and other top Belgian politicians risk losing double pensions as the government caps EU income.
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Daily News DigestBelgium
Belgium Digest: Heatwave Storms, Francken Protest, BTS Fever
Belgium's top stories June 27: violent storms follow heatwave, police brace for Francken protest, BTS sends hotel prices soaring, 14 hospitals at risk.
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PoliticsNational Guard
Democrats Send National Guard to DC for First Time
Democratic governors send National Guard troops to DC for America 250 celebrations, while DC settles with a protester who played Darth Vader's theme.
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PoliticsMilitary
Democrats Send National Guard to DC for First Since Trump
Democratic governors from four states sent National Guard troops to DC for America 250 celebrations, raising questions about mission control.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Unveils New Air Force One: A Converted Qatari Jet
President Trump unveiled a converted Qatari Boeing 747 as the new Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, replacing a 36-year-old aircraft.
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PoliticsTechnology
Belgian Minister Rebuked by Palace Over AI Video of Queen
Belgian minister Thomas Dermine was rebuked by the Royal Palace after sharing an AI-generated video of Queen Mathilde on social media.
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PoliticsNational
Kennedy Center Tarps Spark Debate After Trump Name Removal
Tarps remain over the Kennedy Center facade a week after Trump's name was removed by court order, sparking accusations of a cover-up.
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PoliticsEurope
Belgium Abortion Debate: Verlinden Says Politicians Decide
Belgian Justice Minister Verlinden defends her 14-week abortion proposal, arguing politicians—not experts—must decide. Debate exposes coalition tensions.
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Politics
Bouchez Remark Sparks Outrage in Belgian Parliament
MR leader Georges-Louis Bouchez accused PS deputy Patrick Prévot of alcohol abuse during a CETA debate, sparking outrage in the Belgian Chamber.
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Society
Scammed Twice, Now Homeless: A Belgian Politician's Downfall
Former alderman Christophe Verdonck now sleeps in train station toilets after losing €400,000 to scammers and battling alcohol addiction.
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Politics
Walz Approval Rating Craters to 39%, Trails Trump in Minn.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's approval rating drops to 39%, its lowest ever, as a massive fraud scandal pushes him below President Trump in the state.
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Politics
Belgian Senate Abolition Advances as Committee OKs Reform
Belgium's Constitutional Committee approved a key step toward abolishing the Senate, advancing the reform to a plenary vote needing a two-thirds majority.
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PoliticsMedia
Joy Behar Told JD Vance to Run for President, Podcast Reveal
Joy Behar told VP JD Vance during a commercial break on 'The View' that he should run for president. Vance and Behar both confirmed the exchange.
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PoliticsRegional
Illinois Split-State Movement Gains Momentum Before Midterms
A third of Illinois counties have voted to explore separating from Chicago to form a new state. The movement faces steep constitutional hurdles.
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PoliticsHealth
Mitch McConnell Admitted to Hospital, Spokesperson Confirms
Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized, his spokesperson confirmed. The Kentucky Republican's health history raises questions about his remaining term.
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PoliticsCulture
Trump Marks 80th Birthday with UFC Fights at White House
President Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with UFC fights on the White House South Lawn, blending pageantry with combat sports.
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Politics
Georgia Lawmakers Race to Fix Vote-Counting Method Ban
Georgia lawmakers convene a special session to address a looming ban on QR code vote-counting, with no replacement funded and elections weeks away.
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PoliticsCulture
Trump's Name Removed from Kennedy Center After Court Rulings
Workers removed Trump's name from the Kennedy Center facade after federal courts ruled the name change was illegal, restoring the JFK memorial.
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PoliticsSports
Trump Turns 80 with UFC Fights and Iran Deal at White House
President Trump marked his 80th birthday with a historic UFC fight card on the White House South Lawn and a peace deal to end the US-Iran war.
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Politics
Vance Chief of Staff Jacob Reses to Depart White House
Vice President JD Vance's chief of staff Jacob Reses is leaving the White House at summer's end. The departure comes as Vance eyes a potential 2028 run.
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PoliticsHealthcare
Belgium Abortion Reform at Risk as Coalition Allies Clash
Vooruit leader Conner Rousseau threatens to block CD&V Minister Verlinden's 14-week abortion proposal, demanding broader ethical reforms.
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PoliticsEnergy
Belgian Energy Chief of Staff Departs Amid Nuclear Talks
Gerben Croonenborghs, chief of staff to Belgian Energy Minister Mathieu Bihet, has left his post by mutual agreement amid nuclear talks with Engie.
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PoliticsMedia
Trump Storms Off Meet the Press After Heated Exchange
President Trump abruptly ended a Meet the Press interview after tense exchanges with host Kristen Welker over election claims and the fund.
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PoliticsSports
Lawsuit Seeks to Halt UFC Fight at White House for Trump
A federal lawsuit seeks to stop the UFC Freedom 250 event on the White House South Lawn, alleging unlawful use of federal parklands and conflicts
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Pardons Ex-Congressman Steve Buyer for Insider Trading
President Trump pardons former Rep. Steve Buyer, who served 22 months for insider trading. The pardon is backed by over 50 GOP lawmakers.
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PoliticsSocial Media
Hunter Biden Reclaims His Narrative in Viral Social Posts
Hunter Biden goes viral on X with unfiltered posts about addiction, family, and politics, transforming from political liability to social media sensation.
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PoliticsSociety
China Completes All 181 Targets of Human Rights Action Plan
China completes all 181 targets of its National Human Rights Action Plan (2021-2025), with 20 binding goals exceeded, marking a major milestone.
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PoliticsHealthcare
BIM Status Row: Vandenbroucke Accuses Coalition of Hypocrisy
Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke accuses N-VA, MR and Anders of hypocrisy in the parliamentary debate over the BIM healthcare benefit status.
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PoliticsHealthcare
Flemish PM Diependaele Urges Switch from CM Health Fund
Flemish PM Diependaele calls on CM members to switch health funds, escalating N-VA's clash with Belgium's traditional pillar organizations.
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PoliticsControversy
GOP Rep. Andy Ogles Deletes Homophobic Post, Blames Staffer
Rep. Andy Ogles deletes a homophobic social media post calling homosexuality un-American, blames a staffer, and draws bipartisan backlash.
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PoliticsSociety
China Names 8 Nominees for July 1 Medal, Party's Top Honor
China announces 8 nominees for the July 1 Medal, the CCP's highest honor, ahead of the Party's 105th anniversary.
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SocietyPolitics
Pride Celebrations Struggle as Corporate Sponsorships Dry Up
Pride events across the U.S. face funding crises as major corporations withdraw sponsorships amid shifting political and cultural landscapes.
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PoliticsCulture
Trump to Headline State Fair for America's 250th Anniversary
President Trump will headline the Great American State Fair after multiple artists withdrew, turning the 250th anniversary into a political flashpoint.
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Politics
Guan Zhizhou Appointed Hubei Provincial Party Secretary
China appoints Guan Zhizhou as Hubei Provincial Party Secretary, replacing Wang Zhonglin after a brief five-month tenure in the central Chinese province.
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PoliticsChina
Guan Zhi'ou Becomes Hubei Party Secretary, Youngest Ever
Guan Zhi'ou, 56, appointed Hubei Party Secretary, replacing Wang Zhonglin. He becomes China's youngest provincial party secretary.
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Politics
Belgium Shaken as MR Plunges, PS and PTB Surge in New Poll
The 2026 RTBF National Survey reveals dramatic political shifts in Belgium: MR collapses in Wallonia and Brussels while PS and far-left PTB surge to lead.
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CultureSocial Media
Cat Maximus Tops PM Bart De Wever in Instagram Followers
Maximus Textoris Pulcher, the Scottish Fold rescue cat of Belgian PM Bart De Wever, has surpassed his owner with 218,000 Instagram followers.
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PoliticsEducation
Conan O'Brien Mocks Trump Administration at Harvard
Conan O'Brien mocked the Trump administration's lawsuits and defended foreign students in a pointed Harvard commencement speech.
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PoliticsEconomy
Treasury Prepares $250 Bill Featuring Trump's Portrait
The Treasury Department has prepared designs for a $250 bill with President Trump's portrait, but a 160-year-old law and stalled Congress stand in the way.
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Politics
Belgian Politics: Airport Crisis, Budget Cuts, Coalition
Belgian politicians clash over Brussels Airport's chronic failures, Walloon budget cuts spark fierce opposition, and De Wever's program law faces delay.
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PoliticsUnited States
Gulf Widens Between Mamdani and Pro-Israel Jewish Leaders
NYC Mayor Mamdani's rift with pro-Israel Jewish leaders deepens over Nakba Day video, executive orders, and a boycott of his Jewish Heritage event.
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PoliticsU.S.
Trump Backs Bid to End Clock Changes, Make DST Permanent
President Trump endorses bipartisan effort to eliminate biannual clock changes as the Sunshine Protection Act advances out of House committee.
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Politics
Antwerp Mayor Accuses Groen Politician of Antisemitism
Antwerp Mayor Els van Doesburg and Groen's Meyrem Almaci clash over security camera costs, with van Doesburg insinuating antisemitic motives.
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Politics
Belgian Mutualities Face Credibility Crisis, Analyst Warns
Politologist Carl Devos argues Belgium's mutual health insurers brought blame upon themselves by reflexively opposing reform, as tensions escalate.
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