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House War-Funding Vote Sends $95B Fight to Senate
The House passed H. Con. Res. 113 on July 22, 2026, setting up a Senate fight over a $95 billion Republican package tied to Iran war funding and other priorities.
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U.S. and Saudi Arabia Sign Nuclear Deal, Setting Up Congress Fight
The 30-year framework gives U.S. companies priority access to Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear program while leaving enrichment and inspections at the center of the review.
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The U.S. Collected $13B in Venezuelan Oil Cash. It Isn't U.S. Profit
The U.S. has collected more than $13 billion from Venezuelan oil sales since Nicolas Maduro's January capture, according to a Financial Times estimate. Here is what the number does and does not mean.
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The Pentagon’s Iran War Cash Crunch: Why $75B Unspent Isn’t Simple
Why the Pentagon says it needs $67.1 billion for the Iran war despite about $75 billion in unspent defense funds, and what Congress must verify next.
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India's Cockroach Movement Halts Marches but Keeps Protest Alive
India's Cockroach Janta Party protest is still camped in New Delhi after police used force near Parliament. Here is what changed, what protesters want, and what happens next.
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UK Electricity VAT Cut Starts Oct. 1. What Households Should Check
The UK government says domestic electricity VAT will drop to zero from October 1, 2026, with an expected roughly 45 pound annual price-cap effect and a Budget test still ahead.
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Peru Earthquake: Why a 5.5 Quake Caused Deadly Damage
A 5.5 earthquake near Sicaya, Peru killed at least six people. Here is why a moderate quake can still cause severe damage.
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Ukraine's Moscow Drone Attack Shows the War's New Range
Ukraine sent more than 400 drones toward Moscow, officials said, as Russia leans on ballistic missiles that are harder for Kyiv to stop.
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U.S.-Iran Strikes Widen Across the Gulf. What Changed Today
U.S. and Iranian attacks widened across the Gulf on July 20, raising new risks for American forces, Gulf states, shipping and energy markets.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate Fight UK Extradition After Miami Arrests
Andrew and Tristan Tate will contest extradition to the UK after their Miami arrests. Here is what changed in court and what happens next.
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Public Charge Rule Takes Effect Sept. 18. What Applicants Should Check
DHS's final public charge rule was published July 20 and takes effect Sept. 18, 2026. Here is what changes, who should check official guidance, and what remains uncertain.
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Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister. What Changes First
Andy Burnham took office as UK prime minister on July 20, 2026. Here are the first policy signals, what is confirmed, and what remains unclear.
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How to Track a Bill in Congress Before It Becomes Law
Use Congress.gov, GovInfo and official legislative terms to check whether a congressional bill is introduced, stuck in committee, passed by one chamber or actually becoming law.
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Houthis Declare Maritime Embargo on Saudi Arabia, Details Unclear
Yemen's Houthis declared an immediate maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia on July 20, 2026, raising new risks for Red Sea shipping and oil exports as the measure's scope remains unclear.
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China Landslide Rescue Continues as 34 Remain Missing
A landslide in southwest China's Chongqing municipality killed at least eight people and left dozens missing as rescue crews worked around unstable debris.
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Iran Says U.S. Struck Unfinished Darkhovin Nuclear Plant Site
Iran says U.S. forces struck the unfinished Darkhovin nuclear power project on July 19. The IAEA is investigating and says no nuclear material was present at its last visit.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested in Miami as UK Seeks Extradition
Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami on July 18, 2026, after UK prosecutors authorized new charges and said they would seek extradition.
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Texas Floods Test New Warning Systems After Last Year’s Disaster
Texas floods in July 2026 tested new Hill Country warning systems installed after last year’s deadly disaster, with rescues continuing and flood warnings still active.
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Two U.S. Troops Killed in Jordan as Iran War Widens
Two U.S. service members were killed and one was missing after an Iranian attack on a base in Jordan, according to U.S. military statements reported by the Associated Press.
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Trump’s Declassified Files Say Putin Oversaw a 2020 Pro-Trump Influence Effort
A newly released 2020 intelligence assessment says Vladimir Putin oversaw Russian proxy efforts intended to aid Donald Trump. Here is what the files prove—and what they do not.