A massive illegal fireworks display in Los Angeles spiraled out of control, killing one person and leveling multiple homes. This isn’t just an isolated incident—it’s part of a worrying trend in California, where unregulated pyrotechnics keep turning celebrations into disasters.

Severe storms and flash flooding have turned deadly in Texas and New Jersey, with multiple fatalities reported. The extreme weather knocked out power and overwhelmed communities with sudden floods—another brutal reminder of how quickly these disasters can escalate.

President Trump is set to sign a sweeping new bill into law, which he’s touting as a major win for his administration. The nearly 900-page package bundles together tax breaks, spending cuts, and GOP priorities like increased defense funding and stricter deportation measures. It’s a mixed bag of policies that will likely spark debate—some will cheer the economic and security measures, while others will criticize its cuts and immigration enforcement.

Former middleweight boxing champ Julio César Chávez Jr. was picked up by immigration authorities for possible deportation—just days after his high-profile loss to YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. The son of Mexico's most legendary fighter now faces an uncertain legal status after the ICE arrest.

The Kremlin doubled down on Russia's commitment to the war in Ukraine following a phone call between Putin and Trump, signaling no plans to retreat. Putin also stressed resolving tensions with Iran and broader Middle East conflicts through diplomacy—not military action—according to official statements.

Former President Joe Biden, despite health concerns, remains active in political talks with leaders from both parties. In a candid moment, he expressed frustration over how much the U.S. has changed since his presidency, emphasizing how hard he worked during his term.

Congress just greenlit Trump’s massive $4.5 trillion bill—dubbed "big and beautiful" by its supporters—which slashes taxes and spending while dismantling key pieces of Biden’s climate policies and Medicaid expansions. It’s a major legislative win for conservatives, but critics warn it could hurt social programs and environmental protections.

An American pilot, Ethan Guo, got into hot water during his ambitious solo mission to fly across all seven continents. Chilean authorities detained him in Antarctica after he allegedly altered his flight path without notifying officials, violating several national and international aviation rules.

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries just made history—not with a major policy win, but by talking nonstop for over four hours in a procedural move to stall a GOP-backed bill tied to Trump. His marathon speech shattered the previous record for the longest "magic minute" (a quirky House rule that lets leaders speak indefinitely if recognized). It’s a bold, if symbolic, protest tactic, showing Democrats digging in their heels.