Speaker Johnson sends bipartisan housing bill to White House — but Trump says it’s a ‘yawn’
President Donald Trump is weighing whether to sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill, signaling hesitation as he prioritizes a separate push for sweeping federal election reforms that has already stalled other congressional business.
Takeaways from the Supreme Court’s decisions expanding Trump’s firing power but preserving Fed for now
The Supreme Court delivered a sweeping set of rulings reshaping presidential power, federal agency independence, and election rules—handing President Donald Trump both a landmark victory on executive authority and a series of mixed legal outcomes with far-reaching implications.
Brazil breaks Japan’s hearts with a last-minute winner to seal berth in the Round of 16
Gabriel Martinelli's dramatic late winner lifted Brazil to a 2-1 victory over Japan, sending the five-time champions into the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after a tense knockout battle in Houston.
What really happened to Lizzo’s career?
As Lizzo's latest album struggles commercially, the Grammy-winning singer faces renewed scrutiny over her evolving public image, ongoing legal battle with former dancers, and changing relationship with fans.
World Cup viewership is booming in the US as knockout rounds begin
Record-breaking World Cup viewership is delivering a major win for broadcasters Fox Sports and Telemundo, as millions of Americans tune in to the tournament and the U.S. men's national team's historic run.
Conservative presidential power expert set to assist investigation into Trump foes
Conservative legal scholar John Yoo is joining a Justice Department investigation examining allegations of a yearslong conspiracy against President Donald Trump, adding a prominent constitutional law expert to a politically charged probe.
Canada grabs a late winner to eliminate South Africa in opening game of the World Cup’s Round of 32
Stephen Eustáquio's dramatic stoppage-time volley lifted Canada to a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa, sending Les Rouges into the Round of 16 for the first knockout-stage win in the nation's FIFA World Cup history.
Landon Donovan believes the USA can win the World Cup. They just need a lot of good breaks
US soccer legend Landon Donovan believes Team USA has what it takes to win the World Cup—but only if the Americans can survive a daunting knockout path and seize every opportunity along the way.
The Political Power of Black Music
From the anthem of the Civil Rights Movement to Stevie Wonder's campaign for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, discover how Black music became a powerful force that helped inspire landmark victories for justice and democracy in America.
Rosetta Miller Perry, the “Queen Mother of the Black Press of America,” Passes at 91 Rosetta Miller Perry — July 7, 1934 – June 26, 2026
A pioneering publisher who transformed Black journalism and gave voice to generations of underserved communities, Rosetta Miller Perry leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire the Black Press and the nation for years to come.
Trump ramps up attacks on Democrats as ‘godless Communists’ ahead of November’s midterms
President Trump intensified his attacks on Democrats by labeling the party’s rising democratic socialist candidates as “communists,” using recent primary victories to sharpen his message ahead of the midterm elections.
Virginia man uses art to heal after years in prison, mental health battle
After spending nearly a decade in prison, Jerrod Buford found healing through art and now uses his creativity to inspire others facing mental health struggles, trauma, and life's challenges.
White House asks OpenAI to limit its next model release
The White House has asked OpenAI to temporarily limit access to its upcoming GPT-5.6 model, highlighting growing government concerns over advanced AI capabilities and the lack of a formal regulatory framework.
Israel to withdraw from two areas in Lebanon under newly signed agreement
Israel, Lebanon and the United States have signed a new agreement that will see Israeli forces withdraw from two areas in southern Lebanon, marking a tentative step toward broader peace talks despite strong opposition from Hezbollah.
Trump says Iran strike in Strait of Hormuz is a ‘foolish violation’ of agreement
President Trump condemned an Iranian drone strike on a cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz as a “foolish violation” of a fragile ceasefire agreement, warning that tensions with Tehran remain volatile despite efforts to end the war.
Limited edition Jay-Z library card draws big lines in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
Fans lined up outside Brooklyn Public Library branches to snag a limited-edition Jay-Z library card celebrating the 30th anniversary of “Reasonable Doubt,” turning the release into a cultural moment for Brooklyn and hip-hop history.
AI stocks melt down again. What’s going on?
Tech stocks are sliding as investors grow uneasy over soaring AI-driven valuations and massive spending that has yet to deliver expected profits, shaking confidence across global markets.
After Supreme Court’s TPS decision, more than a million immigrants face scramble to stay in US
A Supreme Court ruling clears the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians, triggering widespread legal, economic, and humanitarian uncertainty across the United States.
A last-second goal ends the World Cup honeymoon for Mauricio Pochettino and the USA. Now the real work begins
Mauricio Pochettino insists he is “happy” after the USA’s 3-2 last-second loss to Turkey, but the tone around the team has shifted as defensive concerns and a gut-punch defeat raise questions heading into the knockout rounds.
Texas is poised to require millions of students to study Bible stories
Texas is set to vote on a proposal requiring public school students to study Bible stories and passages, igniting debate over education, religious freedom, and the separation of church and state.
