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US authorities have charged an Iraqi national with coordinating at least 20 terrorist attacks that prosecutors say were intended to prevent or stop a war with Iran. The case links a series of plots to an effort to influence American policy toward Tehran through violence. Details of the suspect's identity, the targets and the timeline of the attacks have not been fully disclosed, and officials have not said whether anyone was harmed.

US federal authorities have issued a bulletin ahead of the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, warning that foreign terrorist organisations continue to encourage followers to carry out attacks. The advisory reflects ongoing concern among officials about lone-actor threats and calls for violence inspired abroad, timed to the annual commemoration.

The CDC has asked its own staff to volunteer to help carry out Ebola screenings at US airports, as an Ebola outbreak continues in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The move highlights strain on screening resources as health officials work to prevent imported cases while the outbreak in central Africa grows.

US officials have outlined what they say would be included in a potential agreement aimed at ending or averting a war with Iran. Details of the proposed terms remain limited, and the reported framework is drawing attention as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue. Observers are watching whether the outlines lead to formal negotiations or an actual deal.

The US Air Force secretary has publicly acknowledged that the United States has weapons operating in space, marking a rare official confirmation of the country's orbital military capabilities. The statement is drawing attention amid ongoing debates about militarization of space and rivalry with China and Russia in orbital defense systems.

The US Supreme Court has turned down the Trump administration's attempt to impose restrictions on mail-in voting. The decision preserves existing rules for absentee ballots ahead of upcoming elections, handing a setback to the administration's voting policy efforts. The ruling is drawing attention from election officials, voting rights advocates and political commentators across the country.

Japan, Britain, France, Germany, Italy and the Netherlands are reported to have pledged support for securing the Strait of Hormuz, reversing their earlier refusals amid pressure from the United States. The claim is circulating widely on social media, but no official statements from the governments involved have been confirmed.

A US Senate committee has voted to hold Anthony Fauci, the former top US infectious disease official, in contempt of Congress. The vote escalates a long-running standoff between lawmakers and Fauci, who has faced repeated congressional scrutiny over the federal response to Covid-19 and related records requests. The referral now heads toward a full Senate vote, keeping Fauci at the center of America's ongoing political fights over pandemic-era decisions.

Two US service members have gone missing in Morocco while taking part in a multinational military exercise. The circumstances of their disappearance have not been reported, and a search for the two personnel is understood to be underway. US officials have not released their names or details of how and when they went missing.

Taylor Farms has issued a recall of lettuce products across 27 US states amid a cyclosporiasis outbreak, a foodborne illness caused by a parasite that causes intestinal symptoms. Health officials are investigating cases linked to contaminated leafy greens, and consumers are being urged to check their refrigerators and discard or return affected lettuce products.

Officials say students enrolled in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps subdued and killed a gunman at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Details about casualties, the shooter's identity and how the confrontation unfolded have not been fully released. The episode has drawn national attention for the students' decisive intervention during the campus incident.

The United States has moved to simplify environmental reviews for natural gas projects, a step officials frame as making it easier to build energy infrastructure. Supporters say faster permitting could boost gas supply and lower costs, while environmental groups warn that streamlined reviews risk weakening oversight of projects with significant climate and local impacts.

Moonshot AI, one of China's leading artificial intelligence startups, is reportedly seeking access to additional Nvidia Blackwell chips. The report lands just a week after a Trump administration official flagged an alleged breach of US export controls on advanced semiconductors to China. The situation highlights ongoing tension between Washington's restrictions on cutting-edge AI chips and Chinese firms' demand for the hardware needed to train large models.

X has removed around 13,000 accounts it says were linked to foreign influence operations based in Russia, China and Iran, with the action taken ahead of the US midterm elections. The platform's announcement is drawing attention as voters and officials watch for foreign interference in the run-up to the vote.

An envoy for Donald Trump said Chinese-made cars will not be allowed to cross the border from Canada into the United States. The statement adds to growing trade tensions over Chinese vehicles entering North American markets, with officials concerned about tariffs and circumvention of US trade rules. It signals the incoming administration's intent to keep up pressure on Chinese auto imports.

Pete Hegseth was repeatedly interrupted by protesters during his appearance at the US Army's conference. According to the Associated Press, demonstrators disrupted his remarks multiple times, forcing pauses as security handled the interruptions. The incidents unfolded in front of a room of soldiers and Army officials, drawing wide attention as footage of the disruptions circulated.

Reports circulating claim Iran has begun moving oil to China by train, bypassing the US blockade on Iranian oil exports. The claims say volumes could reach millions of barrels per week, though the figures are unverified and no official source has confirmed the rail route or the quantities involved.

CNN is among the most searched news outlets as a wave of political stories dominates coverage. These include Trump's election attacks entering a new pre-emptive phase, a DOJ lawsuit that would block Alaska's Senate results if a Republican loses, and DOJ official Blanche defending the move by saying 'there could be a crime'. Other leading stories cover Brazilian authorities questioning Flávio Bolsonaro's whereabouts after he failed to surrender passports, and Bill Maher's interview with Karoline Leavitt.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said a cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting at least 1,600 people across five US states is 'under control.' Multiple ABC affiliates and ABC News carried the remarks. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by a food- or waterborne parasite, typically causing diarrhea and fatigue. The comments are drawing attention as the case count across several states remains high and officials work to identify the source of infections.

US national security adviser Mike Waltz and Cuba's foreign minister traded shouted exchanges during a session at the United Nations, according to The New Republic. The heated public confrontation between the two officials drew immediate attention, with observers weighing in on the unusual scene of American and Cuban diplomats yelling at each other on the world stage.

US Congressman Eric Swalwell is trending after a report claimed the FBI raided a mansion in Beverly Hills, California, in connection with an investigation involving him. No official confirmation from the FBI or Swalwell's office has been reported, and details about the alleged investigation remain unknown. Swalwell, a California Democrat and frequent critic of Donald Trump, has not publicly commented on the claim so far.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a Level 3 travel advisory for Ceuta, the Spanish enclave on the North African coast, urging Americans to reconsider travel there. The warning cites tens of thousands of migrants arriving in the territory, with officials saying safety can no longer be guaranteed for visitors.

US lawmaker Mike Waltz became involved in a heated shouting match with Cuba's delegate during a session at the United Nations. The confrontation is drawing wide attention as footage of the exchange circulates, with viewers debating the propriety of a public diplomatic clash between a US official and Cuban representatives at the international body. Details of what sparked the argument remain limited.

The UK has reportedly deployed three of its four nuclear deterrent submarines at the same time, in what officials describe as unusual circumstances. The news comes amid other submarine-related developments: reports that Russia has transferred non-nuclear submarine technology to China, and a $6.6 billion US investment involving Anduril and the US Navy to expand America's submarine industrial base, tied to a new shipyard project announced by Trump.

European officials have intensified discussions on reducing Europe's dependence on the United States and American defense contractors. The renewed push follows a recent blame game surrounding restrictions on Ukraine's use of Starlink, which highlighted how deeply European and Ukrainian operations rely on US-supplied technology and services.

Russia's foreign ministry says Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will travel to the United States this week for a G20 foreign ministers meeting. It would be a rare visit by a senior Russian official to American soil amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine. Details on the exact venue and agenda, or whether the trip is confirmed by US authorities, were not given.

A judge in Minnesota has threatened US Immigration and Customs Enforcement with contempt of court and sanctions in a case involving the re-arrest of an immigrant. The warning stems from ICE actions that reportedly ran counter to court directives in the ongoing immigration matter. The case is drawing attention to tensions between federal immigration enforcement and the judiciary, with officials warning that failure to comply could bring formal penalties against the agency.

Mexican officials report that commercial negotiations with the United States are 'very advanced, but there is still work to do,' according to President Claudia Sheinbaum. Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard has been leading the talks, which cover tariffs and trade frictions between the two countries. Attention is on when a final deal will be announced and what it will mean for Mexican exports.

Waymo has announced plans to bring its autonomous ride-hailing service to Toronto, marking the company's first move into a Canadian city. The announcement, published on Waymo's official blog, has drawn attention as the robotaxi operator continues expanding beyond US markets, with observers weighing what driverless cars will mean for Toronto's streets.

A sensational warning circulating widely claims that an unexplained phenomenon in the ocean poses a catastrophic threat and urges people to stay away from it. No specific location, scientific finding, or official confirmation is given, and the claim has spread rapidly, drawing large audiences with its dramatic framing and apocalyptic tone.