US Supreme Court allows Trump’s ballroom project to continue for now
The Trump administration has argued the $400m White House ballroom is needed for national security purposes.
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21.08.2026
US court slashes Alex Jones fines for Sandy Hook school shooting case
Court cuts Infowars founder's penalty for false claims that school shooting was a 'hoax' from $50m to $1.5m.
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21.08.2026
USS Lincoln heads home after sailors complain of poor conditions
The USS Lincoln is headed back to San Diego after an extended deployment in the Middle East. The U.S. Navy vessel is making its way back after crew complained of deteriorating conditions, with both su
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21.08.2026
Why Iran is threatening Europe’s ‘strategically important’ southeast
Tehran has threatened Bulgaria, home to a US air base, but how credible is that threat?
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21.08.2026
West Nile virus deaths are climbing as US enters peak season for deadly mosquito-borne infections
Most people infected with West Nile virus are asymptomatic but roughly one in five experience develop flu-like symptoms or worse
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21.08.2026
Tornadoes pummel New York’s Long Island and Delaware capital
First responders also rescued flood-stranded people after storms unleashed heavy rains in the US north-eastResidents in Delaware’s capital and on Long Island, New York, were picking up the pieces on F
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21.08.2026
Andrew Tate and brother Tristan reported to counter-terror police over ‘Russian propaganda’ video
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21.08.2026
Jannik Sinner to miss US Open tennis major due to knee injury
Five-time major champion Sinner, who won the US Open in 2024, will not be competing at Flushing Meadows this year.
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21.08.2026
Iran's president: Time to end war in 'position of strength'
Iranian media cite Masoud Pezeshkian as saying it would be a good time to end the war with the US, "as we are in a position of strength and dignity." He also said Tehran would never "bow to intimidati
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21.08.2026
Why Dubai may be vital to the Trump administration's economic war on Iran
The effectiveness of a bolstered economic campaign against Iran may rest largely on one close U.S. ally in the Persian Gulf, the United Arab Emirates.
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21.08.2026
How Much the National Debt Grew Under Trump and Biden
The U.S.’s national debt surpassed $40 trillion for the first time ever this week—more than double what it was a decade ago.
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21.08.2026
China rejects US claim that Myanmar analyst wrongfully detained
Min Zin was arrested on June 3 after the Chinese government invited him to attend a conference.
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21.08.2026
Remains of American climber Mallory Geis found weeks after avalanche killed entire expedition
Search teams have found the remains of American climber Mallory Geis, the last missing member of a 10-member international team killed in an avalanche on Broad Peak
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21.08.2026
Iran's president calls for end to war from 'position of power' as US ups pressure
President Pezeshkian said Iran was in a position of "power and dignity" and should end the war on its own terms, even as Washington prepares to ramp up economic sanctions it described as "Economic D-D
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21.08.2026
Rise in migrant deaths as 19 bodies found along Arizona border last month
Pima county figures show highest number of monthly migrant deaths in two years as critics condemn US policyAccording to newly released data from the medical examiner’s office in Pima county, Arizona,
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21.08.2026
Democrats rally behind progressive Aisha Wahab after win in California special election – US politics live
First Muslim woman and Afghan American elected to California legislature held lead throughout race over main opponent Melissa HernandezSign up for the US Breaking News emailHello and welcome to our li
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21.08.2026
First Thing: US aircraft carrier arrives to relieve USS Lincoln amid reports of poor living conditions
The USS George Washington has arrived in the Middle East. Plus, an investigation into the add-on utility fees that can lead to evictionsGood morning.The USS George Washington aircraft carrier has arri
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21.08.2026
Russia ready for ‘new ideas’ on Ukraine war that match Putin’s goals
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov suggests Moscow is eager for the US to revive its support for Russian agenda.
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21.08.2026
North Korea: Will Trump-Kim talks happen anytime soon?
As Donald Trump claims a meeting is planned with Kim Jong Un, North Korea's response sends a signal that it wants maximum concessions in return for talks with the US.
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21.08.2026
Chaos across Northeast as possible tornado hits beach and floods swallow cars
Heavy rain and winds are pounding the Northeast U.S. Storms tore through a beach on Long Island and stranded dozens of people in their cars in New Jersey on Thursday
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21.08.2026