US launches powerful strikes on Iran after attack attempt
July 29, 2026 |
Politics, US and World
The US military says it has launched “powerful” strikes on Iran after an attempted attack on American forces in Jordan and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation follows joint US-Saudi strikes in Iraq that Iraqi officials condemned as a violation of sovereignty.
Trump to announce $22 billion Dulles Airport overhaul
July 29, 2026 |
Financial, Politics and US
Trump is expected to announce a $22 billion rebuild of Dulles International Airport, including new terminals and the removal of its aging mobile lounges. The plan would expand underground transit and comes after years of complaints about the airport’s facilities and shuttle system.
Iran attacks U.S. forces as Hormuz tensions intensify
July 29, 2026 |
Politics, US and World
Iran fired ballistic missiles at U.S. forces in the Middle East and struck three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. and Saudi forces responded with strikes on Iran-aligned targets in Iraq.

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EU Imposes Record Fines on Facebook Parent Meta Totaling $414 Million for Data Privacy Violations

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EU Imposes Record Fines on Facebook Parent Meta Totaling $414 Million for Data Privacy Violations

By News Masher on January 4, 2023

The European Union has been cracking down on tech giants for their data privacy practices, and the latest company to face the consequences is Facebook…

Honoring the Legacy of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI: Global Leaders Pay Tribute to the Longest-Living Pope in History

Honoring the Legacy of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI: Global Leaders Pay Tribute to the Longest-Living Pope in History

By News Masher on December 31, 2022

Global leaders have paid tribute to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 95. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi…

Japan quake toll rises as evacuees face heat
July 29, 2026 |
World
Japan’s prime minister said 30 people have died after a powerful earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture, where rescuers are searching collapsed buildings. Thousands of evacuees are sheltering amid heat warnings, power outages and continuing aftershocks.
Russian strikes kill children as Ukraine seeks Patriot missiles
July 29, 2026 |
Crime and World
Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least eight people in Ukraine, including two children, local officials said. The strikes came after Zelenskyy urged allies to provide more air defence missiles following talks with President Donald Trump.
US launches powerful strikes on Iran after attack attempt
July 29, 2026 |
Politics, US and World
The US military says it has launched “powerful” strikes on Iran after an attempted attack on American forces in Jordan and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation follows joint US-Saudi strikes in Iraq that Iraqi officials condemned as a violation of sovereignty.