The Pentagon is getting serious about hypersonic weapons, a technology that has eluded the U.S. military for decades, and is looking to startups

John Cena expressed regret during a conversation with Joe Rogan regarding his 2021 comments that labeled Taiwan as a country, which led to a public apology to China that angered many American fans.

The Pentagon has confirmed it will continue military strikes targeting alleged drug trafficking boats, despite calls from lawmakers for increased transparency and oversight regarding these operations. This decision follows a controversial double tap strike that resulted in significant scrutiny of the Trump administration's approach to drug-related military actions.

The trial of Linda Sun, a former aide to two New York governors, is currently underway, focusing on charges of acting as an illegal foreign agent for China. Prosecutors allege that her actions are part of a broader strategy by China to influence U.S. government policies and public opinion in favor of the Chinese Communist Party.

President Donald Trump has introduced a national security plan declaring the 'era of mass migration is over,' positioning China as a central threat to U.S. interests. This announcement follows a series of recent events, including a shooting incident near the White House that has heightened concerns over immigration policies.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met at an annual summit, where they agreed to expand trade ties between Russia and India, despite U.S. pressure for India to reconsider its longstanding partnership with Russia.

The U.S. Supreme Court has approved a redrawn congressional map for Texas, allowing the state to add up to five Republican-friendly congressional districts. This ruling overturns a previous lower-court decision that found the maps likely engaged in racial gerrymandering, thus enabling Texas to proceed with the new map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The Pentagon confirmed that a U.S. military strike in the eastern Pacific resulted in the deaths of four men aboard a boat suspected of drug trafficking. This operation, directed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, was characterized as a 'lethal kinetic strike' against a vessel linked to a Designated Terrorist Organization. The announcement comes amid ongoing scrutiny regarding the legality of such military actions against alleged drug smugglers.

JD Vance's involvement in peace negotiations regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine has evolved as he engages with various stakeholders, including insights shared by NBC News' Henry Gomez during an exclusive interview. The discussions focus on the complexities of reaching a sustainable peace agreement amid the persistent hostilities between Russia and Ukraine.