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Officials are raising concerns over the increase in fentanyl; a study provided more evidence that fentanyl is rising at astronomical rates.

115 million fentanyl pills seized in 2023, agent says ‘cartel controls border’

During heavy rain and thunderstorms in Mumbai, India, a large billboard collapsed, resulting in 14 fatalities and at least 74 injuries.

Large billboard collapses, killing at least 14 people in Mumbai

The Biden administration imposes new tariffs on Chinese goods, aiming to protect American jobs amid concerns over unfair trade practices.

Biden administration unveils new tariffs on Chinese imports, including EVs

Michael Cohen, the one-time lawyer for Donald Trump, took the stand in the former president’s criminal trial.

Cohen testifies Trump said ‘just do it’ about payment to Daniels

Wildfires in Canada are once again burning, creating hazardous conditions not only in Canada but also the United States.

Nearly 90 wildfires burn in Canada as air quality threat looms in upper Midwest

Chinese scholarships exploit UK universities for espionage; panel raises concerns, calls for funding investigations.

Report warns China using scholarship programs to plant spies, quash dissent

Revised death tolls of Palestinian women and children show a significant change. The UN cited numbers that show numbers nearly 50% lower than previously reported.

Number of women, children killed in Gaza cut nearly in half in new UN report

A dazzling light display graced the night sky across America this past weekend, thanks to a rare yet powerful solar storm. The aurora borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, typically appears only in areas near the North Pole. However, due to increased solar activity, this captivating phenomenon was visible as far south as Florida.

Solar storm brings Northern Lights to skies across US

Two women have been arrested after damaging the glass case protecting the Magna Carta, which is believed to be the foundation of Western democracy.

Anti-oil activists try to break into Magna Carta display as part of climate protest

Climate activists attempted to storm a Tesla facility in Germany because of a proposed expansion that will destroy 250 acres of trees.

Climate activists try to storm Tesla plant in Germany, clash with police

The world's largest vacuum is now operational and on a mission to help combat climate change by sucking up planet-heating pollution.

The world’s largest vacuum ever is here to help fight climate change

As thousands of Palestinians flee parts of Rafah, the U.N.'s World Food Program is warning its critically low on humanitarian aid.

As thousands flee Rafah, UN aid group warns food and fuel supplies critically low

After hours of testimony by Stormy Daniels, lawyers for former President Donald Trump requested a mistrial.

Judge denies Donald Trump’s request for mistrial after Stormy Daniels concludes testimony

As food scarcity worsens for many Palestinians, the first aid ship bound for the new Gaza pier has set sail from Cyprus.

Outbound help: First aid ship bound for new Gaza pier sets sail from Cyprus

Denver cleared two migrant encampments after migrants make demands, prompting about 100 migrants to move to city-run shelters

Migrants in Denver issue list of demands to city before clearing encampments

As protests grow across Europe, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met with university leaders to prevent any potential antisemitism on campuses on Thursday.

UK PM Sunak warns of spread in antisemitism as European protests grow

Russia showcased depleted military on Victory Day as the U.K. escalates crack down on Russian espionage and destabilizing activities.

Russia V-Day parade raises questions about military capabilities, supplies

President Joe Biden expressed frustration over delays in emergency relief distribution after Hurricane Beryl due to difficulties contacting Texas officials.

Biden says US will not supply weapons to Israel for Rafah operation

Italy's government wants to restrict solar panels on agricultural land, as energy companies say this will drive up electricity costs.

Italy curbs solar panels on agricultural land, some warn it may raise power costs

Tensions rise as France considers sending troops to Ukraine, while Russia warns that Ukraine's new F-16 jets pose a nuclear threat.

Russia labels Ukraine’s F-16 jets nuclear threat, warns against French involvement

The Biden administration has paused ammunition shipments to Israel, despite Congress' bipartisan aid package, prompting Republican inquiries.

Republicans demand answers after Biden admin halts Israel bomb shipments

Russian missiles and drones damaged three Ukrainian power plants and other infrastructure, injuring three and straining the energy system in a seven-hour attack.

Russian airstrikes damage Ukrainian energy facilities

The U.S. pauses shipment of bombs to Israel amid concerns over an invasion in Rafah.

US pauses shipment of bombs to Israel amid concerns over Rafah operation

The U.S. is falling behind in its shipbuilding capabilities; this could be problematic as China seems to be making maritime advances.

American shipbuilding struggling to meet demands as China’s shows progress