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Bill Gates Testifies Behind Closed Doors Before the House Oversight Committee on Epstein Ties
The Microsoft co-founder described himself as 'glad to be here voluntarily' while one Democrat said Gates appeared 'a little combative' during questioning.
Canada Proposes Social Media Ban for Users Under 16 With Exemption for Compliant Firms
The Safe Social Media Act would create a Digital Safety Commission with fines up to $10 million, but allows platforms that demonstrate harm-minimization policies to avoid the ban.
Europe Abandons $116B Fighter Jet Program, Raising Questions About Defense Independence
France and Germany cite irreconcilable differences after seven years of work on the Future Combat Air System, which was intended to replace aging fleets by 2040.
Republicans Demand More Details Before Approving Iran War Funding
Lawmakers want clearer answers on scope, objectives and price tag as military campaign passes 100-day mark with $29 billion in costs.
Trump Details Downed Apache Helicopter After Iran Drone Strike; Warns of Potential Power Plant Strikes
The two pilots survived with a live Iranian drone lodged between them and were rescued by an unmanned sea drone, the president said.
Xi Tells Kim China Seeks 'Brighter Future' for Both Nations During Pyongyang Summit
Chinese leader's direct quote during Monday talks underscores Beijing's effort to present itself as an alternative to U.S. influence in the region.
Meta Accuses Israeli Spyware Firm of Again Targeting WhatsApp Users
The tech giant has asked a federal court to hold NSO Group in contempt for allegedly violating a permanent injunction against hacking attempts.
Airline Fuel Costs Jump 78 Percent in Past Year Amid War With Iran
Rising jet fuel prices are squeezing airline margins as the conflict enters its fourth month, with industry profits projected to drop by nearly half.
Daily Wire Publishes Opinion Piece on Karmelo Anthony Trial Coverage Amid Online Debate Over Race and Self-Defense Claims
The opinion column has drawn criticism for its framing, while the case itself involves complex questions about self-defense claims in a fatal stabbing at a Texas track meet.
Sirens Blare Throughout Israel as Iran and Houthis Fire Barrage of Missiles
President Trump urged Tehran to return to negotiations, saying "that's enough" after the strikes that triggered air raid alarms in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.