Trump Interior Department ends 43 partnerships after policy review.
The department says the move eliminates more than $4 million in planned funding tied to programs that no longer align with administration priorities.
Affected agreements include initiatives related to DEI, environmental justice, and services connected to illegal immigrants.
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Opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge delayed over unresolved issues.
Officials from the United States and Canada agreed to postpone the bridge's opening while outstanding technical matters are addressed.
No new opening date has been announced for the Windsor-Detroit crossing.
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Toronto officer killed during raid linked to U.S. consulate shooting investigation.
Constable Marc Pinizzotto was fatally shot while helping execute a high-risk search warrant as part of a coordinated operation.
Police said a suspect was wounded and will face a murder charge, while another remains at large.
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NATO to gradually reduce Kosovo peacekeeping mission over the next year.
The alliance said improved security conditions and stronger local institutions allow for adjustments to KFOR's size and posture.
Officials stressed the changes will be gradual, conditions-based, and reversible if necessary.
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Trump Admin advances plans for 250-foot American triumphal arch.
Federal documents outline plans for a monument near Arlington National Cemetery to mark the nation's 250th anniversary.
The proposed arch would stand 250 feet tall and could be completed within 2-3 years.
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Florida immigration arrests more than triple as local agencies expand ICE cooperation.
Nearly 39,000 immigrants were arrested in Florida during the first 416 days of Trump's 2nd term, compared with just over 11,000 during the same period under Biden.
The increase follows expanded participation in agreements that allow state and local agencies to assist with federal immigration enforcement.
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Xi visits North Korea as Kim signals tougher stance toward the United States.
The Chinese leader pledged deeper cooperation with Kim Jong Un during a 2-day visit described as a new stage in relations between the countries.
The talks come as North Korea expands its nuclear program and continues rejecting renewed negotiations with Washington.
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The U.S. watches Chinese activity at disputed South China Sea shoal.
Officials say recent operations around Scarborough Shoal suggest Beijing may be moving toward a more permanent presence at the site.
The Philippines has protested what it calls illegal Chinese activity, while China says the area falls under its sovereignty.
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Brussels court convicts 3 men in Russia sanctions evasion case.
Judges said the group used intermediary countries, front companies, and false documents to move restricted goods linked to Russia's defense sector.
The ruling comes as European authorities step up enforcement of sanctions tied to the war in Ukraine.
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Meloni urges NATO to rethink how military strength is measured.
Italy's prime minister said defense readiness should focus more on technology, data, satellites, and unmanned systems rather than spending levels alone.
She also announced plans to raise Italy's defense and security-related spending to about 2.8% of national output in 2026.
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The U.S. plans to deport Iranians and other migrants to Central African Republic.
Lawyers and an official briefed on the plan say a first flight could include around 20 people from multiple countries.
Rights groups have raised concerns, while U.S. officials say all removals follow legal process requirements.
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Taiwan vows to expel Chinese patrols near the island.
Taiwan's coast guard said it will respond directly to vessels it views as challenging its jurisdiction after China conducted a maritime patrol east of Taiwan.
Officials said Chinese ships have no legal authority in those waters and warned against further incursions.
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The United States becomes the world's largest oil exporter.
U.S. exports reached about 10.5 million barrels per day in May, surpassing both Saudi Arabia and Russia.
Analysts say the shift is reshaping global energy markets and expanding U.S. influence in the sector.
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FBI says World Cup security will be its biggest challenge ever.
Officials are preparing for threats including drones, cyberattacks, terrorism, and cartel activity across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
More than 300,000 background checks are being conducted as agencies coordinate security efforts for the tournament.
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UK defense secretary quits after clash with Starmer over military spending.
John Healey resigned, accusing the government of failing to provide the resources needed to keep Britain secure.
The dispute centered on defense funding and the long-delayed Defence Investment Plan ahead of an upcoming NATO summit.
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Zelensky to join the G7 summit as leaders discuss support for Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron said the Ukrainian leader will take part in a dedicated Ukraine session during the summit in France.
The meeting comes as Kyiv seeks continued political, military, and economic backing from Western allies.
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Erdogan says Israelโs operations now threaten Turkeyโs security.
The Turkish president accused Israel of spreading instability across the region and warned Turkey would respond if its interests were threatened.
His remarks focused on Israeli military actions in Syria and Lebanon and included warnings related to Cyprus.
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Mercedes-Benz enters defense sector with anti-drone vehicle partnership.
The automaker will provide G-Class and Sprinter-based platforms for mobile air-defense systems under a new agreement with Tytan Technologies.
The move comes as defense spending rises across Europe and manufacturers look for new growth opportunities.
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Studies find extreme coastal floods are becoming far more common.
Researchers say rising sea levels are making floods that were once rare events much more likely along coastlines worldwide.
One study found floods that historically had about a 1% annual chance are now roughly 12x more likely on average.
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Peru election heads to ballot review with Fujimori leading by about 600 votes.
More than 98% of votes have been counted, but disputed ballots from roughly 1,600 polling stations could still decide the race.
Officials say a final result may take weeks as electoral authorities review contested votes.
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