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US Navy Suffers Multiple Fighter Jet Losses Amid Rising Houthi Tensions

07.05.2025, 06:00

The USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier has experienced a troubling streak of incidents, with two F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jets lost at sea within a week, totaling four major mishaps in recent months. Both jets fell into the Red Sea while the carrier was allegedly avoiding fire from Houthi...

Papal Conclave Set to Begin as Cardinals Prepare to Elect New Pope

07.05.2025, 06:00

The Vatican is abuzz as the papal conclave approaches, with voting expected to start soon to elect a successor to Pope Francis. Cardinal groups have been in discussions about key issues facing the church, with many vying for influence in a process characterized by secrecy and tradition. Key...

Restart of Student Loan Collections Raises Concerns for Borrowers

07.05.2025, 05:00

The U.S. Department of Education is reminding colleges and universities of their obligations to assist struggling borrowers as federal student loan collections resume after a five-year pause. The Trump administration plans to garnish wages for approximately 5.3 million defaulted student loan...

Fatal Alligator Attacks in Central Florida

07.05.2025, 05:00

Authorities report a series of tragic alligator attacks in Central Florida, particularly on Lake Kissimmee. Multiple incidents have resulted in fatalities, including a woman who was canoeing and another who was kayaking. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has confirmed these fatal...

Concerns Rise Over National Weather Service Staffing and Budget Cuts Ahead of Hurricane Season

07.05.2025, 04:00

With the hurricane season approaching, lawmakers and former directors of the National Weather Service (NWS) are expressing deep concerns over staffing shortages and recent budget cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Reports indicate that crippling vacancies may impact...

Tragic Crash in Kansas Claims Eight Lives, Including Students and Coaches

07.05.2025, 04:00

A devastating head-on collision on U.S. 169 in Franklin County, Kansas, resulted in the deaths of eight individuals, including students and staff members from Oklahoma schools. Among the victims were two high school basketball players and their coach, as well as a beloved community figure from Iowa....

AMD Reports Strong Q1 Earnings but Faces Revenue Hit from US Export Curbs to China

07.05.2025, 03:00

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) has released its financial results for the first quarter, reporting a revenue increase of 36% to $7.43 billion. Despite surpassing analyst expectations with strong performance in its data-center business, AMD anticipates a $1.5 billion revenue impact due to new U.S...

Congress Faces Heated Debate Over Proposed Medicaid Cuts

07.05.2025, 03:00

As Congressional Republicans explore significant cuts to Medicaid, the discussion is heating up across multiple states with warnings about the potential devastating effects on millions. Recent proposals, which might dramatically impact disability services and healthcare for low-income families, are...

US Treasury Secretary Comments on Trade Talks With China

07.05.2025, 02:00

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated that the US is not currently engaged in trade negotiations with China, contradicting earlier claims by President Trump. Bessent emphasized that while communication exists, substantial progress requires China to de-escalate trade tensions. He noted that the...

WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy Amid Market Changes