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Pope Leo XIV Uses Visit Honoring America's First Saint to Renew Call on Immigration
The American-born pontiff visited St. Frances Xavier Cabrini's birthplace in Italy, invoking his predecessor Pope Francis and calling for Catholic service to migrants amid ongoing tensions with the Trump administration.
Watchdog Report Alleges BMWED-IBT Union Leadership Favored Democratic Causes Over Member Preferences
The American Accountability Foundation report claims the 37,000-member rail union spent $441,098 on left-leaning organizations and accuses leadership of prioritizing progressive causes over MAGA-supporting dues payers.
Climate Protesters Plan Demonstrations Against FIFA's Aramco Sponsorship at World Cup Venues
Activists are organizing rallies at SoFi Stadium, Hard Rock Stadium, and fan zones in four cities to pressure FIFA to drop its deal with the Saudi state-owned oil company.
Vice President Vance Departs for Switzerland Amid Disputes Over Strait of Hormuz Status
The U.S. and Iran are offering conflicting accounts on whether the strategic waterway is fully open to commercial shipping, even as a 60-day interim ceasefire deal remains in effect.
Italian Tourist Killed in Massive Fire at Dominican Republic Luxury Beach Resort
Nearly 1,700 tourists evacuated from Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham resort in Bayahibe as authorities investigate cause of death.
Black Democrats Push Back on Wasserman Schultz's Bid in Florida's 20th District
The veteran congresswoman faces criticism from Black party members who say her move disregards the district's history and undermines Black political representation ahead of an Aug. 18 primary.
Pope Leo XIV Exalts First American Saint Cabrini as Model for Christians in Care of Migrants
The visit to Cabrini's birthplace comes as the pontiff has publicly clashed with the Trump administration over its immigration enforcement policies.
Grand Canyon Officials Warn of Extreme Heat After 3 Hiker Deaths This Month
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch for the park through Tuesday, with temperatures at the canyon floor expected to reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
Will AOC Face Same Primary Challenges as Bernie Sanders, RFK Jr.?
Political observers debate whether progressive candidates can overcome Democratic establishment opposition in future presidential bids.
New Meta-Study Compares GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs, Finds Tirzepatide Most Effective
Analysis of 14,000 patients shows tirzepatide (Zepbound) produced over 20% body weight loss compared to roughly 15% for semaglutide and 8% for liraglutide.