Tennessee skydiving plane crashes moments after takeoff, leaving multiple passengers injured

A skydiving plane carrying 20 people crashed shortly after takeoff from Tullahoma Regional Airport in Tennessee on Sunday. Several people were injured, with four taken to hospitals—three by helicopter and one by ambulance—while others were treated at the scene. No fatalities or ground injuries were reported. The DeHaviland DH-6 Twin Otter plane struck trees and terrain due to an unknown issue, Fox News has reported. … Continue reading Tennessee skydiving plane crashes moments after takeoff, leaving multiple passengers injured

Tropical storm Barbara off south-west Mexico coast could become hurricane

Tropical Storm Barbara is strengthening off Mexico’s Pacific coast and could become a hurricane by Monday, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center. Centered southwest of Zihuatanejo, the storm has 65 mph winds and is moving west-northwest. While it’s expected to stay at sea, heavy rain may cause flooding and mudslides in parts of western Mexico, the Associated Press has reported. Coastal areas may also … Continue reading Tropical storm Barbara off south-west Mexico coast could become hurricane

Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers

Russia claims its forces have advanced to the edge of Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region amid intensified fighting and growing tensions over stalled peace talks and the return of war dead. Moscow has seized over 190 square km of northeastern Ukraine in recent weeks and continues pushing west from Donetsk. Ukraine says its forces are holding the line and accused Russia of playing politics with prisoner and … Continue reading Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers

6.3 magnitude earthquake hits central Colombia, no casualties reported

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck central Colombia early Sunday near Paratebueno, southeast of Bogotá.  No casualties were reported. The quake was followed by smaller tremors, and authorities are assessing the impact. People in Bogotá felt the shaking, but early reports indicate no damage, ABC News has reported. Colombia is located in the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading 6.3 magnitude earthquake hits central Colombia, no casualties reported

Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship, detaining Greta Thunberg and other prominent activists

Israel has vowed to block the “Madleen” aid ship from reaching Gaza, calling it a media stunt. The vessel, part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, aims to challenge Israel’s blockade. Israeli officials warn the attempt is unlawful and undermines humanitarian efforts, CNN has reported. Despite limited aid recently allowed into Gaza, humanitarian groups warn of worsening famine and crisis conditions. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship, detaining Greta Thunberg and other prominent activists

Colombia presidential hopeful shot in head at rally

Colombian presidential candidate and senator Miguel Uribe Turbay remains in critical condition after being shot three times—twice in the head—during a campaign event in Bogotá. A 15-year-old suspect was arrested at the scene with a firearm. Uribe, a right-wing critic of President Gustavo Petro, was rushed into surgery and remains in intensive care. Leaders across Colombia and abroad condemned the attack as a threat to … Continue reading Colombia presidential hopeful shot in head at rally

James Webb Space Telescope reveals largest-ever panorama of the early universe

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have released the largest map of the early universe to date, revealing nearly 800,000 galaxies in an expansive image from the COSMOS-Web project. This wide-field survey, the largest of JWST’s first year, stitched together over 10,000 images covering a sky area the width of three full moons. The data offers insights into galaxy formation, cosmic environments, and … Continue reading James Webb Space Telescope reveals largest-ever panorama of the early universe

SpaceX launches Sirius XM radio satellite to orbit

SpaceX successfully launched the SXM-10 satellite for SiriusXM early Saturday, June 7, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. The rocket’s first stage landed on a drone ship in the Atlantic, marking its eighth reuse. The 14,100-pound satellite, built by Maxar Technologies, will join SiriusXM’s broadcasting network, Space.com has reported. This was SpaceX’s 69th Falcon 9 launch in 2025 and the second SiriusXM mission … Continue reading SpaceX launches Sirius XM radio satellite to orbit

Mars volcano twice as big as Earth’s tallest one seen poking through clouds

NASA’s Mars Odyssey orbiter captured a stunning image of Arsia Mons, a 12-mile-high volcano on Mars, poking through dawn clouds—marking the first time such a view has been seen from the Martian horizon. Taken on May 2, the photo highlights water ice clouds around the Tharsis Mountains during Mars’ aphelion. The image helps scientists study seasonal atmospheric changes. Odyssey, launched in 2001, is the longest-operating … Continue reading Mars volcano twice as big as Earth’s tallest one seen poking through clouds

UK judge warns of risk to justice after lawyers cited fake AI-generated cases in court

A UK High Court judge warned that lawyers could face prosecution for using unverified AI-generated content in legal proceedings, after two recent cases involved fake citations. In one, a lawyer cited 18 nonexistent cases in a £90 million lawsuit; in another, five false cases were submitted in a housing claim. Justice Victoria Sharp called the incidents serious threats to public trust in the legal system … Continue reading UK judge warns of risk to justice after lawyers cited fake AI-generated cases in court

Palantir CEO Karp says AI is dangerous and ‘either we win or China will win’

Palantir CEO Alex Karp warned that the U.S.-China AI arms race will end with one nation dominating, emphasizing the high stakes and dangers of AI. Karp argued the U.S. currently holds an edge, crediting corporate agility and innovation, and said Palantir is central to enhancing national security and efficiency. Amid strong stock gains—up 74% in 2025—he defended the company’s valuation and denied claims it surveils … Continue reading Palantir CEO Karp says AI is dangerous and ‘either we win or China will win’

Tariffs prompt record plunge in US imports

U.S. imports plunged 20% in April—the largest monthly drop on record—after President Trump’s new wave of tariffs took effect, following a rush by firms to import goods earlier in the year. Imports from China and Canada fell to their lowest levels in years, and the overall goods trade deficit was nearly cut in half. Trump’s broad tariffs, now at their highest levels since the 1930s, … Continue reading Tariffs prompt record plunge in US imports

The US economy added 139,000 jobs in May, slightly more than expected

The U.S. labor market added 139,000 jobs in May, signaling a slowdown from previous months, though still slightly above expectations. The unemployment rate remained at 4.2%, and wages continued to outpace inflation. Revisions lowered March and April’s job gains by 95,000, bringing 2025’s average monthly job growth to 124,000—its weakest non-recession start in 30 years, CNN has reported. Economists warn the labor market is cooling, … Continue reading The US economy added 139,000 jobs in May, slightly more than expected

Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs sickens dozens of people across 7 states

A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs from California-based August Egg Company has sickened 79 people across seven states, with 21 hospitalized, according to the CDC. In response, the company recalled 1.7 million dozen brown cage-free and organic eggs sold under various brands at major retailers like Walmart and Safeway. The company has halted fresh egg sales and is now sending eggs to be pasteurized, CNN … Continue reading Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs sickens dozens of people across 7 states

Trump says Musk will face ‘very serious consequences’ if he funds Democratic candidates

President Trump warned Elon Musk of “serious consequences” if he funds Democrats opposing the GOP’s budget bill, escalating their public feud. Trump said he has no intention of repairing ties with Musk, whom he accused of disrespecting the presidency. Musk had criticized Trump and the bill, even posting (then deleting) calls for Trump’s impeachment and highlighting past Epstein links. Trump responded by suggesting canceling Musk’s … Continue reading Trump says Musk will face ‘very serious consequences’ if he funds Democratic candidates

Congressional Budget Office wrongly analyzed Trump’s big bill, missed record savings, White House says

The White House is disputing a Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report that claims former President Trump’s tax and spending package—dubbed the “big, beautiful bill”—would increase the federal deficit by $2.4 trillion over the next decade. The White House argues the CBO’s analysis is flawed, assuming Trump’s 2017 tax cuts won’t be extended. Instead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) projects the bill would reduce … Continue reading Congressional Budget Office wrongly analyzed Trump’s big bill, missed record savings, White House says

Newsom floats withholding federal taxes as Trump threatens California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom suggested the state consider withholding its federal tax contributions—over $80 billion annually—in response to reports that Donald Trump may cut federal funding to California, especially for universities. Newsom and other state leaders criticized the potential cuts as unconstitutional and politically motivated. While the Trump administration denied any final decisions, it criticized California’s policies. Newsom’s comments come amid rising tensions with Trump, … Continue reading Newsom floats withholding federal taxes as Trump threatens California

Pope Leo XIV receives the President of Argentina, Javier Milei, at the Vatican

Pope Leo XIV met with Argentine President Javier Milei at the Vatican on Saturday. Following their meeting, Milei held talks with top Vatican officials, where they reaffirmed strong bilateral ties and discussed shared concerns, including economic development, poverty reduction, and peace efforts amid global conflicts. The visit follows Milei’s attendance at Pope Francis’ funeral and Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration, Vatican News has reported. Written by … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV receives the President of Argentina, Javier Milei, at the Vatican

Musk Deletes Posts Demanding Trump Impeachment, Opening Epstein Files, Criticizing President

After launching a fierce and personal attack on Donald Trump via his Twitter (X) account—accusing him of ties to Jeffrey Epstein, calling for his impeachment, and endorsing JD Vance for president—Elon Musk abruptly deleted all the inflammatory posts. The online clash sparked widespread media coverage and drew sharp responses from Trump’s allies, including accusations against Musk. Now, only Musk’s comments on a bill and his … Continue reading Musk Deletes Posts Demanding Trump Impeachment, Opening Epstein Files, Criticizing President

‘Mass shooting’ thwarted at Michigan high school graduation; 2 suspects arrested

A fistfight at a Michigan high school graduation nearly escalated into a mass shooting, officials said. Two suspects, ages 19 and 20, both with weapons-related criminal histories, were taken into custody after a threat to “shoot up the crowd” was posted on Snapchat and quickly removed. Authorities recovered two fully loaded firearms with 80 rounds combined from the suspects’ packages stashed under cars at the … Continue reading ‘Mass shooting’ thwarted at Michigan high school graduation; 2 suspects arrested

FBI Patel Seizes Fauci’s Phones, Hard Drives

FBI Director Kash Patel revealed on the Joe Rogan Experience that federal agents have recovered a cell phone and hard drives used by Dr. Anthony Fauci during the COVID-19 pandemic. The devices could shed light on key decisions regarding lockdowns, masks, and connections to the Wuhan lab. Patel called the discovery a major step in the ongoing investigation into the pandemic’s origins, though details on how the … Continue reading FBI Patel Seizes Fauci’s Phones, Hard Drives

Washington governor activates National Guard in search for accused killer, Travis Decker

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has activated the National Guard to aid in the search for Travis Decker, a former soldier wanted for the murder and kidnapping of his three daughters, whose bodies were found at a campground near Leavenworth. Decker disappeared after failing to return the girls to their mother on June 2. Authorities believe he may be traveling along the Pacific Crest Trail. The … Continue reading Washington governor activates National Guard in search for accused killer, Travis Decker

Immigration officials target 3 Los Angeles sites in raids condemned by area leaders

Federal immigration agents conducted raids at three locations in central Los Angeles on Friday, arresting 44 people and drawing strong backlash from local leaders. Protesters clashed with agents, and SEIU California President David Huerta was arrested for allegedly obstructing law enforcement. Officials say the raids targeted fake employee documents at businesses like Ambiance Apparel. Governor Gavin Newsom, Mayor Karen Bass, and multiple city council members … Continue reading Immigration officials target 3 Los Angeles sites in raids condemned by area leaders

A former police chief who escaped from an Arkansas prison is captured

Grant Hardin, a convicted murderer and former police chief dubbed the “Devil in the Ozarks,” was captured Friday just 1.5 miles from the Arkansas prison he escaped nearly two weeks earlier. Hardin, who had been serving time for murder and rape, fled by impersonating a corrections officer. A massive manhunt involving drones, helicopters, bloodhounds, and a U.S. Border Patrol tactical team tracked him through the … Continue reading A former police chief who escaped from an Arkansas prison is captured

Wagner to withdraw from Mali after ‘completing mission’

The Wagner Group has announced its withdrawal from Mali, claiming it has completed its mission of fighting Islamist militants alongside the Malian military since 2021. The exit coincides with renewed jihadist attacks in the region, including deadly assaults on military bases in Boulikessi, Timbuktu, and Mahou. Despite Wagner’s departure, Russia will maintain a presence in Mali through Africa Corps, a rival mercenary group. Wagner’s exit … Continue reading Wagner to withdraw from Mali after ‘completing mission’