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Volume 2 • Issue No. 181 • Updated Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 12:46 AM UTC

Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power, Allows Trump to Fire Agency Heads

The Supreme Court ruled that President Trump can fire heads of federal agencies, significantly expanding presidential authority.

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Bid to Overturn $5 Million Verdict in E. Jean Carroll Case

The Supreme Court declined to hear Trump's appeal to toss the sexual abuse verdict, upholding the $5 million judgment.

Sources: AP News


Iran Attacks Bahrain and Kuwait Following US Strikes, Threatens to Halt Talks

Iran launched attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes, escalating tensions and threatening nuclear negotiations.

Sources: AP News


More Than 100 Deported Venezuelans Missing After Earthquakes

Over 100 Venezuelans deported from the US hours before earthquakes are missing; survivors report they were trapped in a collapsed hotel.

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court Upholds States' Ability to Count Late Mail Ballots, Rejects Trump Challenge

The Supreme Court ruled states can count mail ballots received after Election Day, rejecting a Trump-backed challenge.

Sources: AP News


Paraguay Stuns Germany in World Cup Penalty Shootout; Brazil Beats Japan

Paraguay upset Germany on penalties after a 1-1 draw, while Brazil defeated Japan in the World Cup Round of 32.

Sources: AP News


Heat Dome to Engulf World Cup Games in Eastern US This Week

A dangerous heat dome is expected to impact World Cup matches in the eastern US, with extreme temperatures forecast.

Sources: AP News


Comcast Plans to Split into Two Public Companies, Spinning Off NBCUniversal and Sky

Comcast announced plans to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into a separate publicly traded company.

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Nvidia's AI Chip Sales in China Stall as Local Competitors Like Huawei Gain Ground

Nvidia's AI chip sales in China have slowed due to US export controls and rising competition from domestic firms like Huawei.

Sources: AP News


South Korean Tech Giants to Build $518 Billion Chipmaking Hub for AI Demand

Samsung and SK Hynix plan a massive chipmaking complex to meet soaring AI demand, with an investment of $518 billion.

Sources: AP News