FCC Officials Accepted Expensive Gifts from Paramount Amid Billion-Dollar Merger Approvals
FCC commissioners received costly Kennedy Center gala tickets from Paramount while overseeing the company's major merger approvals, raising ethics concerns.
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FCC commissioners received costly Kennedy Center gala tickets from Paramount while overseeing the company's major merger approvals, raising ethics concerns.
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Despite abuse allegations and the arrest of its founder, The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain in Arkansas continues to receive public funds amid limited state oversight of private schools.
ProPublica | Jul 15, 2026, 11:10 AMpolitics
After a delay caused by President Trump’s request, Jay Clayton, nominee for Director of National Intelligence, is scheduled to appear before the Senate Intelligence Committee on July 15, 2026.
CBS Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 11:03 AMworld
Kyiv and the European Union have agreed to combine Ukraine’s battlefield drone expertise with Europe’s industrial capacity to boost drone production amid ongoing conflict.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 11:01 AMus
As a severe heatwave grips the US, more than 1,600 Department of Energy webpages offering guidance on energy savings and grid protection have been deleted, coinciding with the Trump administration’s proposal to weaken appliance efficiency standards.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 10:52 AMpolitics
The cease-fire with Iran has ended, prompting President Trump to reject violations of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), raising questions about the administration's next steps.
National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 10:51 AMgeneral
Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing tests Republican unity amid the Senate Judiciary Committee’s efforts to fill the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 10:27 AMpolitics
The Department of Justice has subpoenaed four New York Times journalists over their reporting on security issues related to the Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet, marking a new phase in President Trump's ongoing conflict with the outlet.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:25 AMpolitics
During his confirmation hearing, Todd Blanche defended the controversial IRS settlement involving a $1.8 billion fund, despite criticism from a federal judge and bipartisan concerns.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 10:18 AMworld
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport in Gansu province has gained social media praise for creating a dedicated space for a family of stray cats, allowing passengers to interact with them while serving as natural pest controllers.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 AMgeneral
Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 9:31 AMworld
Russian strikes on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa have resulted in additional fatalities, coinciding with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Kyiv.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 9:30 AMworld
US and Iran exchange strikes amid resumed US naval blockade on Iranian ports and shifting US policy on Strait of Hormuz tolls.
France 24 English | Jul 15, 2026, 8:47 AMpolitics
Sen. Darline Graham has been sworn in to complete the Senate term of her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly.
NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 8:01 AMworld
Governments and cities worldwide are imposing moratoriums and bans on new data centres due to concerns over environmental and community impacts driven by AI infrastructure demands.
CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:00 AMworld
The United Nations highlights the growing security challenges posed by terrorist groups in West Africa and the Sahel, urging sustained international support and regional cooperation.
Africanews | Jul 15, 2026, 7:17 AMworld
The United Nations highlights how Sudan's warring factions exploit natural resources to finance military operations, perpetuating violence and disrupting livelihoods.
Euronews | Jul 15, 2026, 7:14 AMgeneral
Jashanpreet Singh, an illegal immigrant from India, received a prison sentence of four years and eight months after pleading guilty to vehicular manslaughter in a 2025 Southern California semitruck crash that killed three people, sparking outrage and calls for stricter enforcement.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 7:02 AMbusiness
Indonesian miner Indika Energy plans to start gold mining in South Sulawesi early next year as it diversifies from coal amid rising price fluctuations.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 6:20 AMgeneral
President Trump plans a primetime address focused on elections amid calls for stricter voting regulations ahead of November's midterms.
NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:18 AMworld
US President Donald Trump warns of military action targeting Iran’s civilian infrastructure amid ongoing tensions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:56 AMworld
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces plans for mandatory data centre regulations and protections for Australian creators amid AI expansion.
ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AMpolitics
A federal judge criticized a settlement approved by Todd Blanche that benefits President Trump and his family, raising concerns about Blanche's suitability for attorney general.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AMworld
The Auditor-General’s Office highlights nearly S$25 million in improperly approved HDB season parking applications and contract approval breaches in the Ministry of Health.
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