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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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Two powerful 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes struck near Morón, Venezuela, on Wednesday evening, just 39 seconds apart, causing widespread building collapses, over 130 aftershocks, and shutting down Maiquetía International Airport. Officials reported 188 deaths and more than 1,500 injuries, with thousands missing and La Guaira declared a disaster zone. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared a state of emergency, while leaders like U.S. President Trump, El Salvador's Nayib Bukele, and others pledged aid including rescue teams and supplies to support ongoing search efforts.

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Rescue teams pulled dust-covered children from pancaked buildings in La Guaira, as families waited anxiously amid the rubble of the worst quakes in over a century.

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Customers in the United States and United Kingdom have flooded X with complaints against USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Royal Mail, citing delivery delays, frozen tracking updates, and misdelivered packages as the holiday rush intensifies. Specific grievances include ignored redirect requests, undeliverable marks without delivery attempts, and packages stuck in service loops despite repeated contacts. Carriers responded with standard offers to investigate via direct messages, while USPS noted a potential disruption from a Louisville airport incident on November 19; no widespread systemic issues were reported by major outlets amid pre-Thanksgiving volume spikes.

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Parcels looping endlessly between hubs and vanishing from trackers have ignited a wave of fury on X this week.

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Rodney Smith Jr. started Raising Men & Women Lawn Care Service after helping an elderly neighbor, growing it into a nonprofit where over 6,000 kids aged 8-17 have mowed 50 free lawns each for the elderly, disabled, single parents, and veterans. His open letter to the White House, shared in early June, asks to bring challengers to D.C. with his flag-themed mower for the nation's 250th birthday, hoping President Trump signs it for veterans. White House officials have responded with questions after CBS Evening News coverage, while kids like Liam and Zalen in South Dakota, Colten in Kentucky, and siblings Brenden and Laila in Iowa push through their challenges in the summer heat.

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Picture kids from across the country firing up mowers on the White House lawn for July 4—Rodney Smith Jr.'s heartfelt pitch born from a decade of teaching service through free yard work.

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United Airlines will restart daily nonstop flights between Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Caracas' Simón Bolívar International Airport on August 11, using Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The outbound flight UA1046 leaves Houston at 11:45 p.m. and arrives in Caracas at 5:30 a.m.; the return UA1045 departs Caracas at 8:00 a.m. and lands in Houston at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are now available pending approvals. The move follows eased U.S. sanctions after political changes, including the capture of former President Nicolás Maduro, and aims to boost economic ties, especially in oil, with support from U.S. officials.

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Families separated by years of distance can soon hop on a direct flight home, thanks to United's return to Venezuela skies.

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Yuki Ishikawa led with 22 points, including 21 attacks at 64% efficiency, to guide Japan past Iran 25-19, 25-19, 20-25, 23-25, 15-12 in Volleyball Nations League Week 2. Iran rallied fiercely behind Milad Haghparast's 19 points, nearly pulling off a reverse sweep, but Ran Takahashi and Seita Agawa steadied Japan late. The victory keeps Japan undefeated atop the standings with 16 points, setting up a key matchup against the USA on Sunday.

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Yuki Ishikawa's ace put Japan on match point in the fifth set, sending the Arena d’Orléans crowd into a roar as they clinched another win.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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The United Farm Workers union and Cesar Chavez Foundation announced they will not join Cesar Chavez Day events on March 31, citing serious claims of inappropriate sexual behavior by Chavez, who died in 1993, including abuse involving young women and possibly minors. They have no direct reports but are creating confidential channels for victims to come forward while partnering on support services. The decision led to cancellations of marches in cities like San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and Tucson, with community members expressing heartbreak and some skepticism amid Chavez's complex legacy of labor victories and later criticisms.

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Cesar Chavez built a movement that changed lives for farmworkers, but new allegations of sexual misconduct with young women and minors have prompted those closest to his legacy to step back from celebrations.

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Adriano Espaillat endorsed Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor one year prior. Mamdani is accused of fabricating a racism story against Espaillat, resulting in Espaillat's removal from Congress and replacement by Mamdani's supporter.

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The duo from Thailand's *Fourever You* series lit up The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan in Bangkok for a Valentine's Day fan meet during the 'Joy Luck Love' Chinese New Year 2026 celebrations. Dressed sharply with Bever in glasses and Tonliew tossing hearts, they performed songs, bantered playfully, and shared cheek-to-cheek moments that echoed their on-screen chemistry as lovers Fah and Phoon. Fans filled the Lifestyle Hall, capturing every smile and pose, while posts praised their handsome and adorable looks amid dragon dances and festive rituals.

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Bever and Tonliew stepped onto the stage in matching red leather outfits, waving to screaming fans under pink cherry blossoms and glowing lanterns.

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Born in 1932, Valdés fought in key revolutionary battles like Moncada and Santa Clara before founding Cuba's Ministry of the Interior and its State Security in the 1960s. He later served as vice president and Politburo member until 2021. Official praise called him a hero of unwavering loyalty, while exiles and critics labeled him 'Puddle of Blood' for alleged repression. His passing leaves only Raúl Castro and one other from the original revolutionary era amid Cuba's ongoing challenges.

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Ramiro Valdés survived the Granma yacht landing with just 11 others and built Cuba's security system from the ground up. His death on Father's Day drew tributes from leaders who saw him as a father figure.

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The meeting focused on President Trump's recent memorandum of understanding with Iran, which ended a four-month conflict sparked by U.S. and Israeli strikes that led Iran to block the Strait of Hormuz and attack UAE targets, killing at least a dozen. Rubio stressed that the strait must stay open with no tolls or fees, rejecting Iran's proposed navigational charges as against international law, while praising UAE resilience and reaffirming U.S. security commitments. Gulf allies remain cautious about the 60-day ceasefire and seek stronger guarantees amid ongoing talks on Iran's nuclear program; Rubio's tour also includes Kuwait and Bahrain to build alignment.

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Marco Rubio sat down with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, addressing worries over a fragile U.S.-Iran truce that followed deadly strikes and a closed oil chokepoint.

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The 2026 World Cup introduced a new fan-focused ceremony where competing nations' flags are laid across the field in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Saudi Arabia's flag bears the Shahada, declaring faith in Allah and Muhammad, while Iraq's features 'Allahu Akbar' in Kufic script—both revered in Muslim tradition and kept off the ground. This adjustment started in Saudi Arabia's opener against Uruguay on June 15 in Miami Gardens and Iraq's match against France, with opponents' flags also elevated for balance. A FIFA spokesperson noted close work with teams to meet such requests amid the 48-team tournament.

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Before kickoff, massive flags usually blanket the pitch for a stunning visual. For Saudi Arabia and Iraq, FIFA keeps theirs held high by volunteers to respect the holy Islamic phrases they carry.

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Starmer resigned on June 22 amid local election losses, a Makerfield by-election defeat to Burnham, and polls showing Reform UK leading at 28%. Labour's fast-tracked contest opens July 9, with no challengers to the 56-year-old Greater Manchester mayor, positioning him for leadership on July 17 and a No. 10 handover July 20. Known for 'Manchesterism'—devolution and anti-austerity—Burnham returns to Westminster after nearly a decade away, facing online fury from Reform UK critics demanding a general election and policy clashes over migration.

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Keir Starmer's sudden exit left Labour reeling, paving the way for Andy Burnham to step up without a fight—just weeks after his big by-election win.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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Prime Minister Osama Hammad issued Decision No. 113 of 2026, prohibiting citizens of Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia from entering areas controlled by the Benghazi-based government via land, sea, or air. Officials call it a step to regulate migration and strengthen border controls, with exemptions for diplomats, their families, and permitted workers in education and health. The move comes amid Libya's split governance, over 550,000 Sudanese arrivals since 2023, and criticism from Amnesty International labeling it racist and xenophobic, as the country remains a key route for dangerous Mediterranean crossings.

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In a nation already divided and strained by migration, eastern Libya's leaders drew a hard line at its borders late Tuesday.

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Researchers at Germany's Potsdam Institute analyzed data from satellites, buoys, and ships, linking the continent-sized cold blob to reduced heat transport in the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) since the 1950s. Direct measurements from the RAPID array show the AMOC's flow has weakened by 10-15% since 2004, with freshwater from Greenland's melting ice making surface waters less dense and slowing the current. Online views divide, with some warning of colder European winters and others pointing to past cool periods without collapse, though experts stress century-scale trends amid ongoing monitoring.

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A massive patch of unusually cool ocean water southeast of Greenland has people talking about the Atlantic's vital current system. Known as the 'cold blob,' it's cooled by up to 1°C over 150 years while the rest of the world's oceans warm.

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The first public hearing opened Thursday in the Fourth Criminal Court, accusing Hassoun of complicity in war crimes, crimes against humanity, incitement to murder, and more for providing religious justification to Assad's forces, including barrel bombs on civilians. Arrested in March 2025 while trying to flee, the session adjourned until July 16 without a verdict, amid attendance by officials, lawyers, and human rights observers. The trial follows Assad's fall in December 2024 and signals Syria's transitional justice push in civilian courts, though opinions divide on whether it unites or divides communities.

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At 77, Ahmad Badr al-Din Hassoun stood in a metal cage in Damascus court, facing charges for fatwas that backed the Assad regime's brutal crackdowns.

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The change came during a Kremlin briefing on May 10, right after Russia's subdued Victory Day parade on Red Square, where Putin expressed openness to a personal meeting with Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy responded with a sarcastic decree allowing the event without strikes, highlighting Ukraine's long-range capabilities. People online are contrasting the clips, with some seeing it as a sign of respect or weakness after four years of stalemate, while others view it as preparation for a Russian offensive. The shift underscores the war's evolution, from quick-victory promises to attrition and hints of talks.

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Putin once labeled Ukraine's leaders a 'gang of drug addicts and neo-Nazis.' Now, he's politely addressing Volodymyr Zelenskyy as 'Mr. Zelensky' amid ceasefire appeals.

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The 26-year-old from Gold Coast's Broadbeach left home at 3 a.m. on June 14 in his silver Hyundai towing a caravan, heading to Springbrook. His abandoned vehicle turned up two days later near hiking spots in Mount Cougal National Park, prompting a massive search with over 100 rescuers, drones, and helicopters covering rugged trails. On June 24 around 11 a.m., they discovered his body in the bushland; police say the death is not suspicious, with a coroner's report pending. His family, who noted he seemed off beforehand and loved the area marked by tattoos on his fingers, received condolences from authorities.

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Daniel Hidden, the Queensland mentalist whose name fit his vanishing act too perfectly, drove into the rainforest and never came back—until searchers found him today.

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Iranian accounts claim construction started last week on the 657-kilometer Herat-Mazar-e-Sharif railway in Afghanistan, built by Iranian firms and funded by local minerals for a seamless connection to China. Proponents see it as a sanctions workaround via the Five Nations Corridor, potentially slashing trade distances by 50% and opening paths for pipelines. No confirmation comes from Iran's Railways, Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Works, or state media, despite recent Tehran talks on June 8 and ongoing feasibility studies. The project follows years of delays, with security and funding hurdles still in play.

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Social media lights up with reports of shovels breaking ground on a key Afghan rail line linking Iran to China. But official voices remain silent so far.

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Euro Pacific Asset Management chief Peter Schiff this week dismissed Bitcoin as a flawed medium of exchange and inferior store of value compared to tokenized gold. He referenced Cathie Wood's revised $1.2 million Bitcoin target for 2030, blaming stablecoins' rise in emerging markets. Amid Bitcoin's 5% year-to-date drop to $90,400, gold has surged 54% while drawing online mockery of Schiff's repeated past predictions.

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Peter Schiff strikes again: Bitcoin is doomed, he says, as stablecoins steal its transaction role and gold crushes it in value storage.

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The Brisbane Broncos beat the Dolphins 26-12 on Friday night, extending their rivalry edge to 6-1 with late tries from Reece Walsh, Gehamat Shibasaki, and a double from star centre Kotoni Staggs, who ran 203 metres. Despite the Dolphins controlling possession and run metres, Brisbane's 85% completion rate, scramble defence, and Adam Reynolds' precise kicking turned the game. The win marks a turnaround after recent heavy losses, with captain Pat Carrigan immense up front and the side now holding two high-scoring teams to just 26 points combined.

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With 45,882 fans roaring at Suncorp Stadium, Kotoni Staggs barged over in the third minute, setting the tone for Brisbane's gritty dominance.

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