The Trump administration has requested the Supreme Court to stay a federal judge’s order that restricted immigration agents in Los Angeles from stopping individuals based on factors like “apparent ethnicity” and language. This case centers on whether immigration agents can use such characteristics as part of the “reasonable suspicion” standard for detentions. The litigation stems from arrests at a bus stop in June, leading to a temporary restraining order by a district judge, which was then unsuccessfully challenged in the 9th Circuit. The Supreme Court is now considering whether to allow agents to continue using these factors while the lawsuit proceeds.
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President Donald Trump has expressed his desire to rename the Department of Defense back to the Department of War, as it was known before 1949. Trump cited a preference for the historical connotations and a perceived emphasis on offense. The renaming idea, previously considered by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, was discussed during an Oval Office event and a formal announcement is expected in the coming weeks. Critics suggest that the change could alter perceptions of the department’s role, particularly in domestic missions.
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Following a car crash, two individuals are now being sought by the police. One of the suspects reportedly approached the other driver, brandishing a firearm and demanding their belongings. Authorities have not yet released information regarding the identities of the suspects or the specific items they sought. The Metropolitan Police Department is actively investigating the incident and asking for the public’s assistance in locating the individuals.
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Keurig Dr Pepper will split into two separate entities following an $18 billion deal to acquire the owner of Peet’s Coffee, effectively unwinding their 2018 merger. This strategic move will allow the two resulting companies to better focus on their respective markets: coffee and cold beverages. The combination with Peet’s parent company expands the coffee business’s global presence, while the split allows the beverage company to concentrate on growing categories like energy drinks. The separation is expected to generate cost savings and position each entity for growth, with the deal slated to close in the first half of 2026.
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President Trump touted the government’s new investment in Intel, expressing his enthusiasm for similar deals to benefit the U.S. economy. This recent investment, a 10% stake valued at approximately $8.9 billion, is part of a broader strategy to establish a sovereign wealth fund, according to White House economic advisor Kevin Hassett. Trump believes these deals will bring more money and jobs to America, and he signed an executive order to start such a fund. Hassett noted this move isn’t unprecedented, citing previous government involvement in private companies like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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The upcoming posthumous memoir of Virginia Giuffre, titled “Nobody’s Girl,” is set to be published in October, promising to keep the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in the public eye. Giuffre, who committed suicide in April, claimed she was trafficked by Epstein and forced to have sex with Prince Andrew, who has denied the accusations. The memoir is expected to contain fresh details regarding her allegations against Prince Andrew and could shed light on Epstein’s relationship with Donald Trump, who also knew Epstein. Ultimately, Giuffre’s memoir is expected to offer greater honesty than the actions taken by the US government.
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Hamas militants were photographed carrying grenade launchers during the funeral of Marwan Issa, a high-ranking Hamas military commander. Issa was killed in an Israeli airstrike amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The funeral took place on February 7, 2025. The photograph was taken by Reuters.
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During a press conference with President Zelenskyy, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre revealed Norway’s plan to provide approximately US$8.5 billion to Ukraine next year. This allocation, part of the Nansen Programme, will be presented to parliament as a proposal. The majority of the funds will be directed towards military equipment for Ukraine’s defense forces, following this year’s US$8 billion commitment. Støre also stated that he hopes to maintain this level of support.
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President Donald Trump has publicly called ABC and NBC “the worst and most biased networks in history,” suggesting the FCC should revoke their licenses. This follows a pattern from Trump’s first term, where he frequently criticized media outlets using the term “fake news.” Trump’s remarks have sparked concerns within the industry about potential challenges to truthful reporting and access. The president’s recent actions indicate a continuation of the adversarial relationship between Trump and the media, especially as the midterm elections draw nearer.
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President Trump recently issued an executive order directing federal prosecutors to pursue criminal charges against individuals who burn the American flag during protests. This action aims to circumvent a 1989 Supreme Court decision, *Texas v. Johnson*, which protects flag burning as a form of protected political expression under the First Amendment. The order instructs the US attorney general to explore charges like disturbing the peace or environmental violations, rather than directly criminalizing flag burning. Trump has a long history of advocating for consequences for flag burning, a stance shared by a majority of Americans according to recent polling.
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