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Volume 1 • Issue No. 187 • Updated Sunday, July 6, 2025 at 12:20 AM UTC

Texas flash floods leave at least 43 dead and dozens missing from a girls camp

Catastrophic flash floods in Texas have resulted in at least 43 fatalities, with many more missing, including dozens of girls from a summer camp. The floods have caused widespread devastation, with search and rescue operations ongoing.

Sources: AP News, NPR


Trump signs significant tax and spending bill into law

President Trump has signed a major tax and spending bill into law, marking a significant legislative achievement. The bill includes extensive tax breaks and spending cuts, with potential political and economic implications.

Sources: AP News


Oasis announces reunion tour after 16-year hiatus

The iconic British band Oasis has announced a reunion tour, ending a 16-year hiatus. The tour is highly anticipated by fans worldwide, promising performances of their classic hits.

Sources: AP News


Iran’s supreme leader appears in public for the first time since Iran-Israel war began

Iran’s supreme leader has made his first public appearance since the onset of the Iran-Israel war, signaling a significant moment in the ongoing conflict and its regional implications.

Sources: AP News


Ukraine reports striking Russian airbase amid intensified drone attacks

Ukraine has claimed a successful strike on a Russian airbase, as Russia continues to launch hundreds of drones into Ukraine. The conflict shows no signs of abating, with both sides sustaining significant losses.

Sources: AP News, NPR


President Trump proposes hosting UFC fight at the White House

In a unique proposal, President Trump has suggested hosting an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) match at the White House, as part of celebrations for America's 250th birthday.

Sources: AP News, NPR


Discovery of long-lost Chinese typewriter sheds light on modern computing origins

The discovery of a prototype Chinese typewriter from the 1940s has provided insights into the origins of modern computing, highlighting the challenges and innovations in adapting complex languages for technology.

Sources: NPR


North Korea opens luxury beach resort amid ongoing isolation

North Korea has unveiled a luxury beach resort in Wonsan, showcasing its ambitions for economic development through tourism, despite remaining largely closed to most foreign visitors.

Sources: NPR


Mariska Hargitay explores family legacy in documentary 'My Mom Jayne'

Mariska Hargitay's documentary 'My Mom Jayne' delves into her family's complex history, revealing personal and cultural insights about her mother, actress Jayne Mansfield, and their shared legacy.

Sources: NPR


Buy now, pay later purchases to affect credit scores

FICO announced that buy now, pay later loans will soon be incorporated into credit scores, reflecting the growing popularity of these payment plans and their impact on consumers' financial profiles.

Sources: NPR