Washington July Fourth parade canceled as extreme heat grips capital
July 4, 2026 |
Health and US
Washington’s National Independence Day Parade was canceled because of an extreme heat warning, but the capital’s fireworks display remains scheduled. Heat and humidity also disrupted July Fourth events in several other states.
Three children die after boat capsizes on Wisconsin lake
July 4, 2026 |
Crime and US
Three children died after a recreational boat capsized and sank on Geneva Lake during a sudden severe storm. Seven others were rescued, and officials said all four children aboard had been wearing life jackets.
Heat reshapes America 250 celebrations in Washington
July 4, 2026 |
Politics and US
Washington canceled its Independence Day parade because of extreme heat but moved forward with America 250 flyovers, Trump remarks and a record-seeking fireworks show. Security was heightened as celebrations also unfolded in Times Square and Philadelphia.

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Iraqi Terror Commander Charged with Plotting Attacks on U.S. Jewish Sites

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Iraqi Terror Commander Charged with Plotting Attacks on U.S. Jewish Sites

By News Masher on May 15, 2026

Mohammad Al-Saadi, an Iraqi commander linked to Iranian-backed Kata'ib Hizballah, is charged with plotting terror attacks on Jewish sites in New York, Los Angeles, and Arizona. Authorities disrupted the plan after Al-Saadi attempted to hire an undercover agent to carry out the attacks.

Kari Lake Vows to ‘Stand on Top of This Hill’ and Fight for U.S. Senate Seat at Boisterous Rally in Scottsdale

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Kari Lake Vows to ‘Stand on Top of This Hill’ and Fight for U.S. Senate Seat at Boisterous Rally in Scottsdale

By News Masher on October 10, 2023

Kari Lake, a former television news anchor and Republican candidate for Arizona governor, held a boisterous rally in Scottsdale to kick off her campaign for the U.S. Senate. National Republican leaders are hoping that Lake can take advantage of a potential three-way race, and she has promised to fight for her seat with the support of former President Donald Trump and her passionate base of supporters.

Prince Harry to visit London without Meghan and children
July 4, 2026 |
Sport and World
Prince Harry will visit London next week without Meghan, Archie and Lilibet after security concerns altered plans for a family trip. Meghan and the children may still join him later in Birmingham for Invictus Games-related events.
Ukraine strikes oil terminal in St Petersburg region
July 4, 2026 |
Politics and World
Ukraine said it hit a major oil terminal in St Petersburg and the Kronstadt naval base as part of a long-range drone campaign against Russian energy and military targets. Russian officials reported widespread drone interceptions and disruptions, while Ukraine denied Moscow’s claim that Kostyantynivka had fallen.
Pope Leo urges Europe to protect migrants on Lampedusa visit
July 4, 2026 |
Politics and World
Pope Leo XIV used a visit to Lampedusa to urge Europe to protect and integrate migrants while supporting development in their countries of origin. His appeal came as Europe and the United States place growing emphasis on tougher border controls, detention and deportations.