Trump Defends $1.8 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Amid Opposition to Blanche Nomination
President Donald Trump’s support for a controversial fund for Jan. 6 defendants complicates the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
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President Donald Trump’s support for a controversial fund for Jan. 6 defendants complicates the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
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politics
The Trump administration has filed an appeal against a Florida federal judge’s decision that found the president colluded with the government in a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, a case linked to the creation of a $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 9:05 PM
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Violence escalates in Gaza, Lebanon, West Bank, and Iran with significant civilian casualties, prompting UN Secretary-General António Guterres to demand an immediate halt to hostilities.
UN News | Jul 31, 2026, 8:42 PM
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US President Donald Trump contradicts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Patriot missile production license amid ongoing conflict and missile attacks.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 8:37 PM
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Salamanca City Central School District halts rollout of $60,000 humanoid robot 'Sally' after privacy issues and ties to sex doll manufacturer raise alarms.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 8:19 PM
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The UN human rights office highlights growing restrictions on civil liberties affecting opposition figures, journalists, and civil society in Uganda.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 7:59 PM
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Following months of diplomacy, Hamas has agreed to disarm, but Palestinians in Gaza express doubt about the deal's impact amid ongoing violence and political tensions.
ABC Australia News | Jul 31, 2026, 7:52 PM
world
Italy temporarily halts border-free travel with Spain following a surge of migrants into Ceuta, while also tightening controls on its Franco-Italian border.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 7:47 PM
world
Marking a significant shift after months of restraint, Saudi Arabia participated alongside the US in targeting Iran-backed militias in Iraq, citing self-defence amid escalating regional tensions.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 7:06 PM
general
The addition of AI technology to satellite images by Google has alarmed journalists, human rights advocates, and analysts who warn of unprecedented risks for misinformation.
NPR News | Jul 31, 2026, 6:12 PM
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The World Health Organization highlights the growing public health threat posed by wildfire smoke traveling far beyond fire zones amid rising wildfire frequency and intensity due to climate change.
UN News | Jul 31, 2026, 6:10 PM
politics
Despite a trillion-dollar global scam industry and billions lost by Americans, experts call for stronger federal action and international cooperation.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 5:54 PM
world
US President Donald Trump and far-right leaders use Spain's migration influx as a political warning, while over half of migrants have voluntarily returned to Morocco.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 5:16 PM
business
Fuel retailers in India absorbed significant losses in the quarter through June to protect consumers from rising energy costs linked to the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 4:52 PM
world
Severe wildfires in northern Tunisia have devastated homes, livestock, and harvests, exposing long-standing issues in the country's infrastructure and governance.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 4:50 PM
politics
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's announcement to sell World Cup rights to private equity investors, including Josh Kushner, sparks global backlash.
CBS Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 4:29 PM
world
A new proposal linking Hamas disarmament to Israeli withdrawal from Gaza presents a complex but potentially significant diplomatic opportunity amid ongoing conflict.
BBC World | Jul 31, 2026, 3:43 PM
world
Beijing accuses Washington of politicising undersea fibre-optic networks as the US plans a $175.8 million upgrade to block Chinese involvement in the Caribbean and Central America.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 3:33 PM
politics
Despite economic and military pressures, Iran and Russia continue to receive support from allied partners, challenging American influence in the Middle East and beyond.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 3:22 PM
politics
Political analyst Nate Silver highlights a sharp decline in President Trump's approval rating as the Iran war continues and gas prices surge, with polls showing growing public disapproval.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 3:17 PM
world
After tens of thousands crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, many migrants have voluntarily returned to Morocco amid EU calls for stricter border controls and political tensions.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 2:50 PM
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The nearly 14-foot, 1,650-pound great white shark named Contender is moving north along the Atlantic coastline as warming oceans shift shark migration patterns, raising concerns about increased human-shark interactions.
Guardian US | Jul 31, 2026, 2:32 PM
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Ceuta requests national emergency declaration after a surge of migrants from Morocco, sparking criticism of Spain's amnesty policies.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 2:26 PM
global-institutions
Ongoing fighting between the US and Iran has led to increasing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage across multiple Middle Eastern countries, according to the UN's aid coordination office.
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