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Mike Huckabee Justifies Israeli Military Killing of Aid Seekers in Gaza
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) In an interview published by The Times of Israel on Wednesday, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee justified the Israeli military’s shooting of unarmed Palestinians attempting to get aid in the Gaza Strip. Defending the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), Huckabee downplayed the reports of people being killed by the IDF near GHF…
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Trump Speaks with Zelenskyy, European Leaders Ahead of Putin Meeting in Alaska
(Carolina Boda, The Center Square) President Donald Trump met virtually with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and other European leaders before flying to Alaska for a U.S.-Russia bilateral meeting Friday. European leaders outlined five principles during the emergency summit, including that Ukraine must be involved in future talks with Putin and that…
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Top DOJ Officials Ordered FBI Agents to Stop Investigating Clinton Foundation, New Memo Shows
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) A newly unearthed FBI memo shows that agents seemingly had a strong case against then-presidential candidate Hillary Clinton for trading political favors in exchange for donations to the Clinton Foundation when she was Secretary of State—but that top Justice Department officials prevented the bureau from investigating further. The memo, a timeline…
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Netanyahu Says He’s ‘Very Much’ Attached to the Vision of ‘Greater Israel
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that he considers himself to be on a “historic and spiritual mission” and that he is “very” connected to the idea of “Greater Israel,” a vision for significant Israeli territorial expansion in the region. In the modern political context, Greater Israel could refer to…
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Bitcoin climbs to record $124,000, Ethereum approaches ATH –
Key Takeaways Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $124,000. Other crypto assets have also surged, with Ethereum trading above $4,700, just 3% below its November 2021 record. Share this article Bitcoin reached a fresh all-time high on Wednesday evening, surpassing $124,000 for the first time after topping the previous $123,000 record set last month.…
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Headline Geopolitics: Jenin Younes on the Gaza Atrocities
(José Niño, Headline USA) From COVID-19 lockdowns to the Gaza genocide, Jenin Younes has never been afraid to challenge government overreach, no matter which party is in power. As a prominent civil liberties attorney, Younes has built a reputation for defending the First Amendment against the censorship-industrial complex. In this episode of Headline Geopolitics, she…
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Why Gold and Silver May Be the “Last Safe Havens Standing”
(Money Metals News Service) In this week’s Money Metals Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey draws a sharp parallel between preparing for hurricanes and preparing for financial storms. Using his own recent investment in hurricane panels as a jumping-off point, he warns that most Americans are dangerously unprepared for economic upheaval—whether it’s inflation, recession, or a…
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Armed Robbers Steal over $700,000 from Brinks Truck
(Headline USA) Police are investigating whether the armed robbery of a Brinks truck on Tuesday outside a Philadelphia-area store is related to four other attacks on armored vehicles in and around the city this summer. Two armed males got away with between $700,000 and $800,000 in the midday Tuesday heist at an H Mart in Elkins…
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What’s next for Bitcoin after hitting a new ATH at $124k? Check forecast –
Key takeaways Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $124,457 a few hours ago as the broader crypto market rallied higher. BTC could be looking to continue its upward momentum and target the $130k mark next. BTC hits a new all-time high The cryptocurrency market has continued its positive trend after Monday’s slump. Bitcoin recovered…
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Top DOJ Officials Ordered FBI Agents to Stop Investigating Clinton Foundation, New Memo Shows
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) A newly unearthed FBI memo shows that agents seemingly had a strong case against then-presidential candidate Hillary Clinton for trading political favors in exchange for donations to the Clinton Foundation when she was Secretary of State—but that top Justice Department officials prevented the bureau from investigating further. The memo, a timeline…
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Netanyahu Says He’s ‘Very Much’ Attached to the Vision of ‘Greater Israel
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that he considers himself to be on a “historic and spiritual mission” and that he is “very” connected to the idea of “Greater Israel,” a vision for significant Israeli territorial expansion in the region. In the modern political context, Greater Israel could refer to…
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U.S. National Debt Tops $37 Trillion
(Brett Rowland, The Center Square) Congress has spent more money than it has collected for the last two decades, allowing the U.S. debt to top $37 trillion for the first time. Experts expected the U.S. to pass the $37 trillion mark months ago. The Treasury Department marked the milestone in a routine report. Michael Peterson, CEO…
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says Fed should consider 50-basis-point rate cut as job market shows signs of weakness –
Key Takeaways Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged the Federal Reserve to consider a 50 basis-point rate cut at the September meeting due to weaker job growth data. Jerome Powell is slated to speak at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium in Wyoming later this month. Share this article Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called for the Fed…
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Why Gold and Silver May Be the “Last Safe Havens Standing”
Mike Maharrey warns of economic storms, fading Treasury safety, and why gold and silver remain the ultimate safe-haven assets. Source
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U.S. National Debt Tops $37 Trillion
(The Center Square) Congress has spent more money than it has collected for the last two decades, allowing the U.S. debt to top $37 trillion for the first time. Experts expected the U.S. to pass the $37 trillion mark months ago. The Treasury Department marked the milestone in a routine report. Michael Peterson, CEO of the…
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Trump Says ‘Land Swapping’ Required for Peace in Ukraine
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) President Trump said on Monday that there will be “land swapping” between Russia and Ukraine as part of a potential peace deal and pushed back on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s public rejection of ceding any territory to Moscow. “I was a little bothered by the fact that Zelensky was saying, ‘Well, I have…
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DOGE eyes $0.30 on whale accumulation –
Key takeaways DOGE is up 11% in the last 24 hours and is now eyeing the $0.30 resistance level. Whales have been accumulating Dogecoin in recent weeks. Dogecoin rallies as the broader crypto market recovers DOGE, the native coin of the Dogecoin blockchain, is one of the best performers in the top 10. The coin…
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Trump Delays China Tariffs by 90 days
(Andrew Rice, The Center Square) The deadline to enact further reciprocal tariffs against China will be extended by 90 days, President Donald Trump announced Monday night. “[China] continues to take significant steps toward remedying non-reciprocal trade arrangements and addressing the concerns of the United States relating to economic and national security matters,” Trump explained in…
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Pentagon to Create ‘Domestic Civil Disturbance Quick Reaction Force’
(Kyle Anzalone, Libertarian Institute) The Department of Defense is planning to create a rapid response force of National Guard troops to quickly deploy to American cities where protests or unrest are occurring. On Tuesday, The Washington Post reported that it obtained documents showing the Pentagon is creating a “Domestic Civil Disturbance Quick Reaction Force.” “The…
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California Spending Up 50% Per Capita Since 2019
(Kenneth Schrupp, The Center Square) California’s annual state spending is up 50% per capita, or $106.3 billion, since 2019, the first year Gov. Gavin Newsom took office, highlighting the state’s growing budget woes. According to taxpayer advocates, the state government has increased spending, despite the state’s constitutionally-mandated balanced budget requirement, by over-estimating future revenues. “The…
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LINK rallies 12% to overtake Hyperliquid, eyes $30; Check forecast –
Key takeaways Chainlink (LINK) is one of the best performers in the top 20, up 12% in the last 24 hours. The coin is rallying on the back of recent partnerships. Chainlink overtakes Hyperliquid on the market cap list LINK, the native coin of the Chainlink blockchain, is one of the best performers among the…
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CDC Shooter Fired 180 Times before Killing Himself, Police Say
(Headline USA) The Georgia Bureau of Investigation says the man who fired more than 180 shots at the headquarters of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after killing a police officer. Documents found in a search of the suspect’s home “expressed the shooter’s discontent with the Covid 19…
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Mamdani Launches Anti-Trump Tour in Bid for NYC Mayor
(Chris Wade, The Center Square) New York Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani has launched a new line of attack against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo by trying to tie him to Republican President Donald Trump, who remains deeply unpopular in the city. Mamdani kicked off a “Five Boroughs Against Trump” tour this week aimed at highlighting…
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July CPI and the Real Inflation Story
The July CPI data indicated moderate price inflation and boosted optimism for a September interest rate cut, even though monetary inflation is on the upswing. Source
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US Reactivates Military Intelligence Unit on Korean Peninsula
(Kyle Anzalone, Libertarian Institute) The Pentagon activated a military intelligence unit in South Korea. The move comes after the US established a second fighter “super squadron” on the Korean Peninsula. According to a statement from the US Army, the 528th Military Intelligence Company (MICO) is now operating in South Korea. The 528th will be part…
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SCOOP: Secret Service Shot ‘Suicidal’ Man 18 Times Outside of the White House
(Christina Urso) WASHINGTON DC — In March, Secret Service agents shot and wounded a man who had driven from Indiana to the White House, supposedly with the intent to commit “suicide by cop.” At the time, few details were provided about the suspect, 27-year-old Andrew Dawson, other than that he was taken to a nearby…
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OKB jumps 170% after OKX unveils tokenomics upgrade with 65M token burn –
Key Takeaways OKB price surged over 170% after OKX announced a major token burn and tokenomics upgrade. OKTChain will be decommissioned, with OKT holders receiving OKB via an automatic conversion. Share this article OKB, the native token of crypto exchange OKX, spiked approximately 170% within an hour after the platform unveiled a sweeping tokenomics overhaul…
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WATCH: Police Release Bodycam Footage of Uvalde School Shooting
(Headline USA) Desperate parents begged law enforcement officers to storm an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, in the frantic minutes after a gunman opened fire in one of the deadliest classroom attacks in U.S. history, police body camera video released Tuesday shows. “Whose class is he in?” one parent can be heard asking. Another comes…
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Man who Fired a Shotgun Outside a New York Synagogue Gets 10 Years in Prison
(Headline USA) A man who fired a shotgun outside an upstate New York synagogue with dozens of children inside shortly after the start of the Israel–Hamas war was sentenced in federal court Tuesday to 10 years in prison. Mufid Alkhader, 29, was arrested in December 2023 after firing two shots in the air and shouting…
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Report: Alleged Minnesota Political Assassin Says He Was Working Undercover
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) The man accused of killing a Minnesota politician and her spouse in June reportedly claimed he was working in an undercover investigation of the “sudden and unexpected deaths of 400 Minnesota citizens” as well as the “ties between Minnesota politicians and the Chinese government.” The alleged political assassin, Vance Boelter, is…
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Qubic Claims 51% Control of Monero in Hashrate Battle –
Update (Aug. 12, 2025, at 1:30 pm UTC): This article has been updated to add a Qubic announcement. Layer-1 blockchain Qubic said it has “completed its attempt to dominate the Monero network,” claiming a month-long push culminated Monday with 51% control of Monero’s hashrate. According to a Monday blog post, the “month-long, high-stakes technical confrontation”…
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Mamdani Launches Anti-Trump Tour in Bid for NYC Mayor
(Chris Wade, The Center Square) New York Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani has launched a new line of attack against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo by trying to tie him to Republican President Donald Trump, who remains deeply unpopular in the city. Mamdani kicked off a “Five Boroughs Against Trump” tour this week aimed at highlighting…
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Tom Lee’s BitMine expands equity offering to $24.5B for more Ethereum acquisitions –
Key Takeaways BitMine Immersion Technologies expanded its equity offering to $24.5 billion for more Ethereum acquisitions. The offering is a five-fold increase from the previous $4.5 billion authorization and will be sold through at-the-market methods. Share this article BitMine Immersion Technologies, headed by Fundstrat founder and CIO Thomas “Tom” Lee, has filed to raise its…
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Man who Fired a Shotgun Outside a New York Synagogue Gets 10 Years in Prison
(Headline USA) A man who fired a shotgun outside an upstate New York synagogue with dozens of children inside shortly after the start of the Israel–Hamas war was sentenced in federal court Tuesday to 10 years in prison. Mufid Alkhader, 29, was arrested in December 2023 after firing two shots in the air and shouting…
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XRP price up over 550% since November, technical setup suggests possible rally toward $34 –
Breakout from a seven-year double-bottom pattern confirmed. 95% probability of spot ETF approval influencing sentiment. XRP Ledger market cap-to-TVL ratio stands at about 2,200. XRP has surged more than 550% since November, climbing above $3 on Tuesday, and sparking discussions in the crypto market about its next potential milestone. Technical analyst Gert van Lagen has…
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Zelensky Rejects Idea of Ceding Territory to Russia
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected the idea of ceding territory to Russia to end the war in Ukraine, as President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are preparing for a summit that will be held this Friday, August 15, in the US state of Alaska. “Ukrainians will not gift their land to…
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July CPI and the Real Inflation Story
(Mike Maharrey, Money Metals News Service) The July CPI data indicated moderate price inflation and boosted optimism for a September interest rate cut, even though monetary inflation is on the upswing. There were no big surprises in the July CPI data, with the numbers generally coming in as forecast. Markets tend to interpret “meeting expectations”…
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Israeli Strike on Tent in Gaza Kills Five Al Jazeera Journalists
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) An Israeli airstrike on Sunday night targeted a tent outside the gates of the al-Shia Hospital in Gaza City and killed five Al Jazeera journalists, including 28-year-old Anas al-Sharif, a well-known reporter who had a large following on X. Al Jazeera said that the other four journalists killed in the bombing were correspondent…
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Consumer Borrowing Continues to Sag Signaling Economic Pain on Main Street
(Mike Maharrey, Money Metals News Service) For the second straight month, consumer borrowing was weak, indicating Americans might be close to their credit limits. Over the last several months, credit card spending has dropped, signaling that Americans may be running out of borrowing power. This is bad news for an economy that depends on consumers…
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Trump Sends FBI Agents to Patrol the Streets of DC at Night
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) The Trump administration is reportedly reassigning 120 FBI agents to patrol the streets of Washington DC at night in response to the rampant crime there. “Most of the agents will be pulled from their regular duties at the F.B.I.’s Washington field office, but it was not immediately clear if agency leaders…
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SEC to focus on ‘Clear’ Crypto Regulations After Ripple Case: Paul Atkins –
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is signaling an increasing focus on developing a clear cryptocurrency regulatory framework after ending one of the industry’s longest-running legal battles. The SEC and Ripple Labs ended their almost five-year dispute after both parties filed to drop their legal appeals and bear their costs and fees, according…
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Everyday Economics: CPI Takes Center Stage as Tariff-Driven Price Pressures Mount
(Orphe Divounguy, The Center Square) The economy was already slowing, and that was before higher tariffs kicked in last week, raising import taxes to the highest level since the Great Depression. The latest jobs report showed only 73,000 jobs added in July, falling well short of expectations. But the bigger story lies in the massive…
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Net Negative Migration is Harmful to the Economy, Economists Say
(Morgan Sweeney, The Center Square) Though the economy and immigration were issues that helped President Donald Trump secure the White House, some economists have said that too steep a decline in immigration will prove harmful to the economy. The Trump administration touted a statistic Monday reported by CNN the day before: The U.S. may see…
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Tariff Confusion Sends Gold on Round Trip
(Jesse Colombo, Money Metals News Service) What to know about last week’s tariff-driven spike and drop in COMEX gold futures, and what it means for gold’s next move. What began as a quiet week for gold took an unexpected turn on Thursday afternoon when speculation emerged that gold bullion imports into the United States would, in fact,…
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Russia and Ukraine Hold Fast to Their Demands Ahead of a Planned Putin-Trump Summit
The threats, pressure and ultimatums have come and gone, but Russian President Vladimir Putin has maintained Moscow’s uncompromising demands in the war in Ukraine, raising fears he could use a planned summit with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska to coerce Kyiv into accepting an unfavorable deal. The maximalist demands reflect Putin’s determination to reach…
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Gold Revaluation & the “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve”
(Clint Siegner, Money Metals News Service) There are hints that at least a few within the federal government are toying with the idea of revaluing U.S. gold reserves. The 261.5 million ounces of gold reportedly owned by the U.S. Treasury have been held on the books at just $42.22/oz since the last time the value was adjusted…
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Trial to Start on Whether Deployment of National Guard to Los Angeles Violated Federal Law
A federal judge in San Francisco will consider evidence and hear arguments on whether the Trump administration violated federal law when it deployed National Guard soldiers and U.S. Marines to Los Angeles following protests over immigration raids this summer. The Trump administration federalized California National Guard members and sent them to the second largest U.S.…
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Is XRP ‘way overvalued’ to buy right now? –
XRP’s market cap is 2,200 times greater than its total value locked on XRPL, signaling heavy upside speculation among traders. Source link Follow us on TWITTER HERE Source
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Colorado Prison Evacuated as Growing Wildfire Becomes One of the Largest in State History
A Colorado prison was evacuated as one of the largest wildfires in state history continued to grow, and officials warned residents of remote areas to be ready to leave Sunday as gusty winds and low humidity fed the flames. Evacuation orders were already in place for mountain communities as the Lee Fire charred more than…
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Trump Says He’s Placing Washington Police Under Federal Control and Deploying the National Guard
President Donald Trump is promising new steps to tackle homelessness and crime in Washington, prompting the city’s mayor to voice concerns about the potential use of the National Guard to patrol the streets in the nation’s capital. Trump wrote in a social media post that he would hold a White House news conference on Monday…
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Trump Taps Clark Construction for $200M White House Expansion
(Shirleen Guerra, The Center Square) President Donald Trump has announced a new $200 million expansion of the White House, with construction to be handled by Clark Construction, a national firm with offices across Virginia. The project will add a new State Ballroom to the White House grounds with approximately 90,000 square feet of event space.…
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Trump Taps Clark Construction for $200M White House Expansion
(Shirleen Guerra, The Center Square) President Donald Trump has announced a new $200 million expansion of the White House, with construction to be handled by Clark Construction, a national firm with offices across Virginia. The project will add a new State Ballroom to the White House grounds with approximately 90,000 square feet of event space.…
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Huckabee Cites Allied Bombing of Dresden To Defend Israel’s Gaza Genocide
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) Amid growing international condemnation of Israel’s annihilation and starvation of Gaza – including from staunch ally Britain—U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on Friday attempted to defend the genocidal assault on Gaza by invoking one of the most notorious Allied atrocities of World War II. Appearing on Fox News‘ “Fox & Friends,”…
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While Eastern Investors Gobble Up Gold, Americans Sit on the Sidelines
This anti-gold bias is a very Western phenomenon. You can see that in the demand for gold. And you should be wary of it. Don’t let the powers that be discourage you from holding real money. It’s the only way you can protect yourself from the relentless government devaluation. Source
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ZRO soars 22% as LayerZero proposes to acquire Stargate Finance –
Key takeaways LayerZero’s ZRO outperformed the market, adding over 20% to its value in 24 hours. The rally comes after LayerZero submitted a proposal to acquire Stargate Finance. ZRO rallies on Stargate acquisition proposal ZRO, the native coin of the LayerZero ecosystem, is one of the best performers in the market over the last 24…
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Reports: DOJ Probing NY AG’s Fraud Case Against Trump
(Chris Wade, The Center Square) The Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Attorney General Letitia James as part of an investigation into whether she violated President Donald Trump’s civil rights during his civil trial on fraud charges, according to published reports. The subpoenas, first reported by New York Times, are part of a broader probe…
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Everyday Economics: CPI Takes Center Stage as Tariff-Driven Price Pressures Mount
(Orphe Divounguy, The Center Square) The economy was already slowing, and that was before higher tariffs kicked in last week, raising import taxes to the highest level since the Great Depression. The latest jobs report showed only 73,000 jobs added in July, falling well short of expectations. But the bigger story lies in the massive…
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DOJ Subpoenas NY AG Letitia James
(Headline USA) The Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Attorney General Letitia James as part of an investigation into whether she violated President Donald Trump’s civil rights, according to people familiar with the matter. The subpoenas sought records related to a lawsuit James filed against Trump for allegedly over-inflating his property values to obtain loans—even though…
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Trump Sends FBI Agents to Patrol the Streets of DC at Night
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) The Trump administration is reportedly reassigning 120 FBI agents to patrol the streets of Washington DC at night in response to the rampant crime there. “Most of the agents will be pulled from their regular duties at the F.B.I.’s Washington field office, but it was not immediately clear if agency leaders…
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New Executive Order Takes Aim at Debanking
(Morgan Sweeney, The Center Square) Among the executive orders President Donald Trump signed Thursday was one instructing federal banking regulators to shed language from their guidance documents that the administration believes can lead to the debanking of people or institutions for political reasons. “It is the policy of the United States that no American should…
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Anti-Vax Gunman Opens Fire at CDC Headquarters, Killing a Cop
(Headline USA) A Georgia man who had blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for making him depressed and suicidal has been identified as the shooter who opened fire late Friday on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters, killing a police officer. The 30-year-old suspect, who died during the incident, had also tried to get into…
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Abbott to Call ‘Special Session after Special Session’ in Response to AWOL Dems
(Bethany Blankley, The Center Square) Gov. Greg Abbott confirmed what many in Austin speculated: he will call special session after special session until bills are passed. Abbott called the current special session, which began July 21, to address 18 legislative items, including relief for Hill Country flood victims and Congressional redistricting. The Texas Constitution authorizes…
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Abbott to Call “Special Session After Special Session” in Response to AWOL Dems
(Bethany Blankley, The Center Square) Gov. Greg Abbott confirmed what many in Austin speculated: he will call special session after special session until bills are passed. Abbott called the current special session, which began July 21, to address 18 legislative items, including relief for Hill Country flood victims and Congressional redistricting. The Texas Constitution authorizes…
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Trump Authorized Military Operations on Foreign Soil to Target Latin American Cartels
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) President Donald Trump has ordered the US military to take direct actions against Latin American cartels, including conducting operations on foreign soil. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has labeled Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro the leader of a cartel and is offering a $50 million reward for his capture. The New York Times…
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New Executive Order Takes Aim at Debanking
(Morgan Sweeney, The Center Square) Among the executive orders President Donald Trump signed Thursday was one instructing federal banking regulators to shed language from their guidance documents that the administration believes can lead to the debanking of people or institutions for political reasons. “It is the policy of the United States that no American should…
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3 Sept. 11 Victims’ Remains are Newly Identified, Nearly 24 Years Later
Three 9/11 victims’ remains have newly been identified, officials said this week, as evolving DNA technology keeps making gradual gains in the nearly quarter-century-long effort to return the remains of the dead to their loved ones. New York City officials announced Thursday they had identified remains of Ryan D. Fitzgerald, a 26-year-old currency trader; Barbara…
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DOJ Subpoenas NY AG Letitia James
(Headline USA) The Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Attorney General Letitia James as part of an investigation into whether she violated President Donald Trump’s civil rights, according to people familiar with the matter. The subpoenas sought records related to a lawsuit James filed against Trump for allegedly over-inflating his property values to obtain loans—even though…
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New Lawsuit on Epstein Case Seeks Records of Trump Administration Communications
A legal organization challenging President Donald Trump’s administration on multiple fronts filed a new lawsuit on Friday seeking the release of records detailing the handling of the sex trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The group Democracy Forward sued the Justice Department and the FBI for senior administration officials’ communication about Epstein documents and any regarding…
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New Lawsuit on Epstein Case Seeks Records of Trump Administration Communications
A legal organization challenging President Donald Trump’s administration on multiple fronts filed a new lawsuit on Friday seeking the release of records detailing the handling of the sex trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The group Democracy Forward sued the Justice Department and the FBI for senior administration officials’ communication about Epstein documents and any regarding…
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Silver’s Breakout and What Comes Next
Silver hit $40 intraday but still has room to run, says Peter Krauth. Supply deficits, rising demand, and low portfolio exposure point to $50+ silver by 2026. Source
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BlackRock rules out XRP and SOL ETFs despite Ripple-SEC case closure –
Key Takeaways BlackRock has stated it currently has no plans to offer spot ETFs for XRP or Solana. The asset manager clarified their position amid speculation following Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF launches. Share this article With Ripple closing its long-running legal battle with the SEC, industry analysts anticipate that the resolution will make major fund…
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Suspect Who ‘Ambushed’ Two Pennsylvania State Troopers in Shooting is Dead, Official Says
A suspect who ambushed and shot two Pennsylvania state troopers Thursday died and the troopers were hospitalized, officials said. Suspect who ‘ambushed’ two Pennsylvania state troopers in shooting is dead, official sayshttps://t.co/O3L4fnnxV2 — 7News Boston WHDH (@7News) August 7, 2025 The attack took place in the rural area near Thompson shortly after 11 a.m., state…
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Silver’s Breakout and What Comes Next
(Money Metals News Service) Silver may have recently touched $40 per ounce, intraday, but according to Peter Krauth, author of The Great Silver Bull and publisher of the Silver Stock Investor newsletter, this rally is far from over. In a wide-ranging interview with Mike Maharrey on the Money Metals Podcast, Krauth discussed the recent silver surge, underlying supply-demand dynamics, and…
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Ohio River’s Level Raised to Accommodate Vice President JD Vance’s Birthday Kayaking Trip
(Headline USA) Vice President JD Vance’s security detail had an Ohio river’s water level raised last week to accommodate a kayaking trip he and his family took to celebrate his 41st birthday. The U.S. Secret Service said it requested the increased waterflow for the Little Miami River, first reported by The Guardian, to ensure motorized watercraft…
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VivoPower Shares Jump 32% on $100M Ripple Equity Buy to Boost XRP Strategy –
Nasdaq-listed solar power company VivoPower International PLC saw its shares jump 32.12% to $5.10 on Friday after the company announced plans to purchase $100 million worth of privately held Ripple Labs shares, expanding its XRP-focused digital asset treasury strategy. The move, which follows two months of due diligence, will see VivoPower acquire Ripple shares directly…
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Trump Calls for New Census Excluding Undocumented Immigrants
(Caroline Boda, The Center Square) President Donald Trump ordered the Department of Commerce Thursday to begin working on a new census that won’t count illegal immigrants. Trump ordered a “new and highly accurate” census to be taken “based on modern day facts and figures.” He did not indicate when the new census would take place…
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Trump Authorized Military Operations on Foreign Soil to Target Latin American Cartels
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) President Donald Trump has ordered the US military to take direct actions against Latin American cartels, including conducting operations on foreign soil. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has labeled Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro the leader of a cartel and is offering a $50 million reward for his capture. The New York Times…
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Cornyn: FBI to Assist with Locating, Arresting Texas Dems who Fled State
(Bethany Blankley, The Center Square) The FBI on Thursday agreed to assist with arresting Texas Democrats who fled the state to prevent the Texas House from reaching a quorum and conducting official business. On Sunday, more than 50 Democrats fled the state, many to Chicago, to prevent a House vote on redistricting, and all other…
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Mamdani: Cuomo ‘Conspiring’ with Trump to Rig NYC Mayor’s Race
(Chris Wade, The Center Square) New York City mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani is accusing former Gov. Andrew Cuomo of “conspiring” with President Donald Trump to rig the election in his favor. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, the Queens assemblyman and self-described socialist mayoral candidate, pointed to a New York Times report claiming that Trump recently spoke on…
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Woodward Emerges from Woodwork to Smear ‘Pathetic’ Trump, Issue Veiled Threat
(Ben Sellers, Headline USA) With the walls beginning to close in on several suspected deep-state coup-plotters following Attorney General Pam Bondi’s recent order to convene a grand jury in the Russia-gate conspiracy, members of the so-called Mockingbird media have predictably begun to lash out. On Tuesday, Watergate reporter Bob Woodward once again reared his head.…
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Ethereum hits $4,000, its highest level since December 2024 –
Key Takeaways Ethereum surpassed $4,000, marking its highest level since December due to strong institutional inflows. BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) rapidly grew to over $11 billion in assets, ranking among the top capital-attracting funds. Share this article Ethereum surged above $4,000 this morning and hit its highest level since December 2024 on the back…
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Report: Steve Bannon to Challenge JD Vance for GOP Nomination in 2028 Election
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) Vice President JD Vance is widely assumed to be the heir apparent to lead the Republican Party and run for president in 2028. However, MAGA leader Steve Bannon is planning to challenge Vance, according to the Daily Mail. “Love him… but Vance is not tough enough to run in 2028,’ an…
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3 Sept. 11 Victims’ Remains are Newly Identified, Nearly 24 Years Later
Three 9/11 victims’ remains have newly been identified, officials said this week, as evolving DNA technology keeps making gradual gains in the nearly quarter-century-long effort to return the remains of the dead to their loved ones. New York City officials announced Thursday they had identified remains of Ryan D. Fitzgerald, a 26-year-old currency trader; Barbara…
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Poll: 69% of Ukrainians Want Negotiated End to War ASAP
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) Gallup released a new poll on Thursday that found 69% of Ukrainians favor a negotiated end to the war with Russia as soon as possible, while just 24% want to keep fighting until “victory,” a near complete reversal of public opinion from when Russia invaded more than three years ago. When Gallup first…
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LINK eyes $20.5 as momentum indicators switch bullish; Check forecast –
Key takeaways LINK is the second-best performer among the top 20 coins, up 13.5% in the last 24 hours. The rally comes after Chainlink introduced the Chainlink Reserve. The cryptocurrency market has turned bullish following days of bearish price action this week. Bitcoin hit the $117k level for the first time this week while Ether…
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Mamdani: Cuomo ‘Conspiring’ with Trump to Rig NYC Mayor’s Race
(Chris Wade, The Center Square) New York City mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani is accusing former Gov. Andrew Cuomo of “conspiring” with President Donald Trump to rig the election in his favor. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, the Queens assemblyman and self-described socialist mayoral candidate, pointed to a New York Times report claiming that Trump recently spoke on…
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XRP Whales Offload $1.9B, Putting Price at Risk of Drop Toward $2 –
Key takeaways: In the past month, XRP whales have offloaded 640 million tokens, or $1.91 billion. Bearish divergence on the chart hints at weakening momentum. XRP (XRP) onchain data reveals its largest holders have been quietly offloading their tokens for almost a month, with analysts pointing to risks of a 30% crash in the coming…
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Trump Orders Federal Law Enforcement to ‘Make DC Safe Again’
(Headline USA) The White House said Thursday night that there will be increased presence of federal law enforcement in the nation’s capital to combat crime for at least the next week, amid President Donald Trump ‘s suggestions that his administration could fully take over running the city. “Washington, DC is an amazing city, but it has…
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Trump Orders Federal Law Enforcement to ‘Make DC Safe Again’
(Headline USA) The White House said Thursday night that there will be increased presence of federal law enforcement in the nation’s capital to combat crime for at least the next week, amid President Donald Trump ‘s suggestions that his administration could fully take over running the city. “Washington, DC is an amazing city, but it has…
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Alleged Would-be Trump Assassin to Have a Pilot Testify as His Firearms Expert
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) Alleged would-be Trump assassin Ryan Routh is allowed to have an American Airlines pilot named Michael McClay testify as an expert witness in is upcoming trial, Judge Aileen Cannon ruled Friday. McClay was an instructor at a U.S. Marine Corps sniper school, a National Guard pilot, and a Palm Beach County…
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XRP Price Jumps on 200% Futures Volume Surge: $4.50 Target in Sight –
Key takeaways: XRP (XRP) has risen by over 10% since Thursday, when Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) agreed to dismiss their legal appeals against one another. XRP/USD daily price chart. Source: TradingView XRP futures volume surpasses Solana XRP futures trading volume spiked over 200% in the past 24 hours to $12.4…
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ChatGPT is Telling Kids to Get High and Kill Themselves
(Headline USA) ChatGPT will tell 13-year-olds how to get drunk and high, instruct them on how to conceal eating disorders and even compose a heartbreaking suicide letter to their parents if asked, according to new research from a watchdog group. Researchers reviewed more than three hours of interactions between ChatGPT and researchers posing as vulnerable teens.…
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New Fed Study Examines Recent Gold Revaluations… Elsewhere!
(Chris Powell, Money Metals News Service) Last week, the Federal Reserve seemed to take note of the increasing speculation about the possibility of revaluing U.S. gold reserves to improve the financial position of governments and central banks, enabling more money creation and debt reduction. This took the form of a research study written by Fed…
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Marsha Blackburn Leaving U.S. Senate to Run for Governor
(Headline USA) Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn announced Wednesday that she is entering the open Tennessee governor’s race in 2026, setting up a primary clash with U.S. Rep. John Rose. Blackburn’s announcement makes official what had been expected for some time from the ally of President Donald Trump. She had made no secret that she was…
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XRP hits $3, Lawyer predicts SEC appeal dismissal by Aug. 15 –
XRP, the world’s third-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, rose past $3 for the first time in over a week amid speculation that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may drop its long-standing case against Ripple Labs. The XRP (XRP) token recovered above the $3 psychological mark on Thursday after rising more than 4.5% in…
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Ghislaine Maxwell Reportedly Cleared Trump’s Name in DOJ Interview
(Ken Silva, Headline USA) Convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell reportedly told the Justice Department in a recent interview that she never observed President Donald Trump doing anything around her that “caused concern.” Maxwell was recently interviewed by the DOJ about roughly 100 people who were associated with her and her accomplice, deceased pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.…
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SEC And Ripple Drop Appeals, Ending Years-Long Lawsuit –
The Securities and Exchange Commission and Ripple Labs are set to end a yearslong legal battle after jointly asking an appeals court to dismiss the regulator’s appeal and the blockchain company’s cross-appeal. In a brief filing on Thursday, the Second Circuit Appeals Court recognized a joint dismissal of the SEC’s appeal and Ripple’s cross-appeal in…
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EXCLUSIVE: Michigan AG Still Hasn’t Expunged Record for Man Acquitted in Whitmer Kidnap Case
(Christina Urso) Nearly two years ago, a jury found three defendants not guilty of being involved in a so-called conspiracy to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Eric Molitor, Bill Null, and Mike Null were all accused of providing material support for domestic terrorism, but they were exonerated after a contentious three-week trial. As has been…
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Epstein-Tied Billionaire Buys Obama Vacation Home
(Luis Cornelio, Headline USA) A trust tied to billionaire retail magnate Les Wexner—who was also closely linked to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein—has purchased a Martha’s Vineyard estate once visited by former President Barack Obama. The $37 million sale was first reported by the New York Post on Tuesday. Wexner, the head of L Brands…
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Rep. Randy Fine Meets With Bezalel Smotrich in Israel
(Dave DeCamp, Antiwar.com) Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) is visiting Israel during Congress’s August recess and posted on X on Tuesday that he met with Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. Both Fine and Smotrich have a history of calling for violence against Palestinians and are openly in support of starving Palestinian civilians. “It was an honor…
