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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.
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.
Utah Marks a Year of Battling Measles, With No Clear End in Sight
More than 680 people have fallen ill across 22 counties since June 2025, putting the state's vaccination gaps on display.
Zelenskyy Returns Poland's Highest Honor After Polish Leader Revokes It in Spat Over History
The diplomatic dispute centers on Ukraine naming a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, which killed tens of thousands of Poles during WWII.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Issues Scathing Opinion on District Attorney Larry Krasner's Conviction Reversal Practices
Justices found Krasner's office engaged in misleading filings and withheld evidence while conceding relief in approximately 100 murder cases since 2018.