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Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins has been elected as Alaska’s governor, marking the first Democratic victory in the state since 1998. The former lawmaker defeated three Republican opponents, including one endorsed by Donald Trump, and plans to foster bipartisan cooperation within his administration.
A Ukrainian drone strike has targeted the Russian warship Naro-Fominsk in the Gulf of Finland, marking a significant escalation in maritime conflict.
House Democrats are investigating sexual harassment allegations against Brian Poindexter, who recently won against GOP Rep. Max Miller. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has engaged an independent firm to examine the claims, which emerged shortly before the election from two political action committees.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his efforts in promoting peace in the region.
At least 95 people have died due to flash floods in Texas, with significant casualties in Kerr County, where 75 fatalities have been recorded, including 27 at a girls’ summer camp.
Donald Trump is imposing new trade tariffs starting from 1 August, applying rates of up to 40% on goods from countries including Japan, South Korea, and South Africa, among others.
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(Friday 11 July 2025) – The US President has issued new steep tariffs on 14 countries, including Brazil, fueling fears of more trade wars over the summer.
Elon Musk has been in the news this week as he revealed his plans to start his own political party.
Earlier in the week, Trump had announced a delay to his tariff plans as he appeared to push for a global trade deal, but did threaten an extra 10% tariff on any country siding with the policies of the BRICS alliance.
As of Friday, 120 people are confirmed dead from the Texas floods, and at least 150 remain missing. Following the massive floods, more rain arrived, hampering rescue efforts.
President Trump has postponed the roll-out of planned tariffs, originally scheduled by July 9, to take effect on August 1 instead.
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