The U.S. Senate confirmed Pam Bondi as the nation's attorney general with bipartisan support. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and ally of President Trump, vows to restore integrity to the Justice Department amidst allegations of politicization.
In Sweden's worst mass shooting, at least 11 people, including the gunman, were killed at an adult education center in Örebro. The attack has left the nation in shock, with authorities investigating the motive behind this tragic event.
Capt. Rebecca M. Lobach, a dedicated Army pilot and UNC Chapel Hill graduate, was among the 67 victims of a tragic midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Known for her service and passion for aviation, Lobach's legacy continues to inspire.
Kash Patel, nominated by President Donald Trump for FBI director, defended his record and addressed concerns during a contentious Senate confirmation hearing. Patel, known for his criticisms of the FBI, aims to reform the agency amidst declining public trust.
President Donald Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law, aiming to strengthen immigration enforcement by detaining undocumented immigrants accused of certain crimes. The act, named after a murdered nursing student, has sparked debate over its impact on ICE resources and immigration policy.
An Amber Alert has been issued for two young girls, Alana and Arya Maldonado, after their mother was found dead in Hanford. Their father, Jonathan Alexis Maldonado-Cruz, is suspected of fleeing to Mexico with the children.
An 18-year-old Temple University student, Tyler Sabapathy, died after falling from a light pole during celebrations for the Philadelphia Eagles' NFC Championship win. The incident has sparked discussions on the safety of post-game celebrations.
A devastating stampede during the Mauni Amavasya bathing at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj resulted in 30 deaths and 90 injuries. The incident, caused by overwhelming crowd pressure, led to the cancellation and subsequent resumption of the Shahi Snan. CM Yogi Adityanath has announced compensation for the victims' families and a commission to investigate the tragedy.
The White House has rescinded a temporary freeze on federal grants and loans following widespread backlash and legal challenges. The freeze had caused disruptions in government programs like Medicaid and public housing funding, leading to legal actions and a temporary halt by a federal judge.
Matthew Huttle, a 42-year-old Indiana man recently pardoned for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot, was fatally shot by a sheriff’s deputy during a traffic stop in Jasper County. The incident has sparked further debate on accountability and violence among those involved in the January 6 events.