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The US began its ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iran only after the World Cup final and trophy presentation had concluded, marking an unusually late start to Washington’s nightly bombing campaign.
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Trump, Bieber and Shakira - a World Cup final like never before
Spain dominate Argentina to win World Cup after extra time
· Bbcsport
China's Moonshot Eyes IPO After Sparking Another "DeepSeek Moment" For US AI Stocks
Chinese startup Moonshot AI sparked another DeepSeek-like moment for US AI stocks and hyperscalers last week. David Sacks, the former White House AI and cryptocurrency czar, warned that this is "very concerning."
· Tyler Durden
The fight over Sara Duterte’s bank and tax records, explained
MEET. Vice President Sara Duterte arrives at the Senate on July 7, 2026, to meet with her lawyers but did attend her impeachment trial.
· lkyu0285
Trump show offers fitting fever-dream end to a World Cup of excess and damage
Football appeared a sideshow for much of the last afternoon of a tournament nurtured to indulge the cult of the individual
· Nick Ames
Consejos para mantener limpio el aire dentro del hogar en época de incendios forestales
El sol queda oculto por el humo de los incendios forestales mientras una persona corre frente al Monumento a Washington, el 17 de julio de 2026, en el National Mall de Washington. (Foto AP/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
· Devi Shastri
Nacionales vencen 5-2 a los Atléticos tras jonrones consecutivos de Abrams y Crews
Dylan Crews, de los Nacionales de Washington, celebra después de batear un jonrón durante la quinta entrada del juego de béisbol de Grandes Ligas contra los Atléticos, el domingo 19 de julio de 2026, en West Sacramento, California. (AP Foto/Sara Nevis)
Trump personally presents World Cup trophy to Spain (VIDEOS)
US President Donald Trump inserted himself into the awards ceremony, personally presenting Spain with the FIFA World Cup trophy after the European champions defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time in New Jersey.
· RT
post-game trophy presentation
US President Donald Trump inserted himself into the FIFA World Cup awards ceremony, personally presenting Spain the trophy after the European champions defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
· RT
Abrams and Crews hit back-to-back homers Nationals beat Athletics 5-2
Washington Nationals’ Dylan Crews (3) celebrates after hitting a home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Athletics, Sunday, July 19, 2026, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Sara Nevis)
Judge Strikes Down Race-Based Provision In Biden-Era Internet Access Grant Program
Authored by Aldgra Fredly via The Epoch Times,
· Tyler Durden
JD y Usha Vance dan la bienvenida a un niño, el 1ro de un vicepresidente de EEUU en 150 años
La segunda dama, Usha Vance, llega a un evento del Mes de la Historia de la Mujer en el Salón Este de la Casa Blanca, el 12 de marzo de 2026, en Washington. (AP Foto/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, Archivo)
· Darlene Superville
Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino booed before World Cup presentation ceremony
US president watches Spain v Argentina match
· Alexander Abnos
The ‘hopeless, bad people’ just won Donald Trump’s World Cup
The U.S. president has relentlessly targeted Spain. Its soccer stars just had the last laugh.
· Ali Walker, Sophia Cai, Ry Rivard, Aitor Hernández-Morales
The Falklands, Johnny Infantino and an invisible man: A whirlwind review of the World Cup
From A to Z, all the times politics intersected with soccer this summer.
· Ali Walker
Senate Dems rake in jaw-dropping cash — with Ossoff and Talarico leading the pack
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· Ryan King
Vice President JD Vance and wife Usha announce son's birth
Second lady Usha Vance arrives at a women’s history month event in the East Room at the White House, March 12, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)
· Darlene Superville
Trump resorts to whataboutism after Iranian strike kills two US troops
US President Donald Trump has brushed aside Democratic lawmakers’ calls to end the war with Iran after two US service members were killed in a missile strike on a military base in the Middle East. The Republican appeared to downplay the extent of the casualties in the conflict, suggesting that the death tolls suffer…
· RT
Trump resorts to whataboutism after Iranian strike kills US troops
US President Donald Trump has brushed aside Democratic lawmakers’ calls to end the war with Iran after four US service members were killed in a missile strike on a military base in the Middle East. The Republican appeared to downplay the extent of the casualties in the conflict, suggesting that the death tolls suffe…
· RT
Trump Endorses Graham's Sister For Full Term, Shattering Expectations Of Short Stay
Following the sudden July 11 death of Senator Lindsey Graham, South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster triggered eye-rolling across America when he appointed Graham's sister Darline Nordone to take over the seat. At the time, the appointment of the unqualified sibling was widely understood as a mere interim honor, with No…
· Tyler Durden
World Cup final: Trump, half-time show and everything but the football – live
White House confirms Trump will attend World Cup final
· Tomlutz, Alexander Abnos, Samjones
Iran shipped billions in oil during its cease-fire with the U.S.
Tehran11:48 p.m. July 19
· Stacy Cowley
The Data-Center Revolt Goes National: Tea Party Veteran Leads 142 Rallies Across 42 States
The backlash against the AI data-center build-out - which we've been tracking since it was a smattering of county fights across 28 states - staged its first coordinated day of action on Saturday: 142 protests across 42 states, from Wasilla, Alaska to Naples, Florida, organized by Humans First, the nonprofit that Tea…
· Tyler Durden
Trump flanked by Melania, FIFA president and the prez of Mexico
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· Ryan King
Mission in Iran war has pivoted toward ensuring oil flow, Trump official says
Energy secretary grapples with mounting criticism over length of US war as Democrat calls conflict ‘war of choice’
· Marina Dunbar
What do wars of attrition in the Middle East tell us about the Iran conflict? - analysis
The Middle East has a long history of wars of attrition. It now appears that the Trump administration is prepared for a war of attrition with the Iranian regime.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
‘Sacred unity’: Iran’s supreme leader calls for calm amid political divides
A message attributed to Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has promised “unforgettable lessons” to Washington during their escalating conflict. But it also homed in on another theme that tempered some of the fire of his warnings against the US, amid eight nights of renewed fighting between the two countries.
· Maziar Motamedi
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun meets Rubio ahead of Trump talks
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun has begun a series of high-level meetings in Washington, holding talks with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as Beirut looks for US backing to end the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah and secure an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Why the World Cup trophy ceremony might be about to get very awkward
New York New Jersey Stadium: There are no prizes for guessing who Donald Trump is supporting in the World Cup final.
· Michael Koziol
Trump leaning towards escalation with Iran, source tells 'Post'
US President Donald Trump is leaning toward further escalation with Iran, according to statements by several Israeli and American officials on Sunday.
· AMICHAI STEIN
ICE officers to use body cameras during vehicle stops, Trump ‘border czar’ says
Tom Homan’s comments come amid scrutiny over federal immigration agents’ fatal shooting of two men in six days
· Guardian staff and agencies
Gobierno de Trump recurre a tribunal en desuso para deportar a "terroristas extranjeros"
El edificio del Departamento de Justicia de EEUU, en Washington, el 7 de diciembre de 2024. (Foto AP/Jose Luis Magana, Archivo)
· Eric Tucker
Trump administration activates dormant court for ‘alien terrorist’ deportations
Justice department files first-ever petition to Alien Terrorist Removal Court created in 90s, seeking removal of person
· Associated Press
Trump at World Cup final: boos, cheers, and controversy expected | The National
With polls showing his approval rating near all-time lows, US President Donald Trump will on Sunday be appearing on the world's biggest sporting stage, the Fifa World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, in New Jersey.
· Cody Combs
The U.S. Is Sending More Warplanes to the Middle East, Officials Say
The United States was sending more warplanes to the Middle East, according to American officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity on Sunday, another sign the Trump administration may soon further escalate its strikes against Iran.
· Eric Schmitt
Pro-Palestinian NGOs sue Trump administration over ICC sanctions
Two pro-Palestine NGOs have filed a First Amendment lawsuit targeting the Trump administration's sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC).
· MATHILDA HELLER
Trump welcomes reports Andy Burnham could open up North Sea oil drilling
People in the Scottish city of Aberdeen will be ‘dancing in the streets’, Trump said. Britain’s incoming PM has not confirmed the reports
· Agencies
Trump welcomes reports Andy Burnham could open up North Sea oil drilling
People in the Scottish city of Aberdeen will be ‘dancing in the streets’, Trump said. Britain’s incoming PM has not confirmed the reports
· Agencies
The Guardian view on perceptions of superpowers: the world isn’t Chinamaxxing, it’s America-avoidant | Editorial
Startling new research shows that in many countries – including old US allies – the public prefers Beijing to Washington
· Editorial
Trump presence means long queues for World Cup final
There were significant queues outside New York New Jersey Stadium more than four hours before kick-off
· Bbcsport
Consejo de Europa insta a la FIFA a reforzar la integridad del Mundial 2030
El presidente estadounidense Donald Trump escucha al presidente de la FIFA Gianni Infantino durante una recepción en la Trump Tower de New York, el viernes 17 de julio de 2026. (AP Foto/Jacquelyn Martin)
· Graham Dunbar
US and Iran trade strikes again as Washington avenges American deaths
Tehran struck U.S. allies across the Persian Gulf region on Sunday and American forces bombed Iran for an eighth straight night, with the interim peace deal dead and neither side backing down.
· Bartosz Brzeziński
US hits Iran anew after two troops slain in Jordan
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States launched new airstrikes Saturday to "punish" Iran after reporting the first US military deaths since renewing its hostilities with the Islamic republic.
· Agence France-Presse
Eala resumes training, eyes strong US Open campaign
ALEX Eala will swing back to action for the North American hard-court swing starting with the Mubadala DC Open slated from July 27 to Aug. 2 in Washington D.C., United States.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Trump administration will push ‘free speech’ declaration at UN that takes aim at European tech regulation
BRUSSELS — The Trump administration will use the upcoming U.N. General Assembly to push a global "freedom of expression" declaration that European lawmakers say is a thinly veiled attack on EU tech regulation.
· Eliza Gkritsi
Trump describes death of US service members in Iranian strikes on Jordan as a 'shame' - report
US President Donald Trump described the deaths of two US service members in Iranian attacks on Jordan as a “shame,” defending the recently renewed US-Iran hostilities during a phone call with the New York Post on Saturday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
US air defenses struggling against Iranian missiles – media
The US is concerned that the Iranian military is growing increasingly effective at penetrating its air defenses in the Middle East, several media outlets have reported, citing anonymous officials. It comes off the back of a deadly missile and drone strike on a military base in Jordan on Friday, which left two Americ…
· RT
US air defenses struggling against Iranian missiles – media
The US is concerned that the Iranian military is growing increasingly effective at penetrating its air defenses in the Middle East, several media outlets have reported, citing anonymous officials. It comes off the back of a deadly missile and drone strike on a military base in Jordan on Friday, which left two Americ…
· RT