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Democratic socialism is gaining traction in the U.S., particularly following the inauguration of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Increasing numbers of candidates in major cities are now embracing this progressive ideology, signalling a potential shift in the political landscape. Nikole Killion reports.
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This morning, Europe faces economic challenges and political tensions
The United States Park Police have arrested multiple individuals for allegedly vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, following algae-related contamination. David Hearn, detained for touching the pool’s surface, plans to appear in court next month as the National Park Service did not respond to inquiries.
A drive‑by shooting erupted around 11 pm outside Artis Restaurant & Lounge in downtown Chicago’s River North area, where an album release party for local rapper Mello Buckzz had just ended.
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell announced that U.S.–led strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan have likely set back Tehran’s nuclear progress by 1 to 2 years, revising earlier intelligence suggesting only months of delay.
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly voted 219–213 late Wednesday to advance the Senate-passed version of former President Trump’s sprawling “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA) via the Rules Committee – clearing the way for a full floor vote by July 4.
A Manhattan federal jury delivered a split verdict in the high-profile trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
The passage of the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ signals a significant legislative achievement for Trump, fulfilling many of his campaign promises, particularly around immigration and military spending.
A federal judge ruled that President Trump’s asylum ban at the US-Mexico border overstepped his legal authority and bypassed established processes for asylum seekers.
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