F-35 crashes at San Diego Marine base
July 31, 2026 |
Crime and US
An F-35 fighter jet crashed Friday morning at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, sparking a field fire. The pilot ejected, was recovered and was being taken to a medical facility, officials said.
Federal plan cuts Colorado River water for three states
July 31, 2026 |
US and World
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation proposed major Colorado River water cuts for California, Arizona and Nevada while sparing four Upper Basin states for now. The temporary 10-year framework comes as Lake Powell and Lake Mead sit at record lows and states remain deadlocked over long-term management.
Trump defends fund as Blanche nomination stalls
July 31, 2026 |
Crime, Politics and US
Trump defended a proposed $1.8 billion Justice Department fund for his supporters as Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general remains stalled. Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis are demanding written assurances before backing the nomination.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Visits Israel and West Bank in Attempt to De-escalate Rising Tensions in the Middle East

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Visits Israel and West Bank in Attempt to De-escalate Rising Tensions in the Middle East

By News Masher on January 30, 2023

A military factory in Isfahan, Iran was bombed by drones on Sunday, sparking fears of further violence between Israel and the Islamic Republic. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is travelling to Israel and the West Bank to address the situation and attempt to de-escalate the conflict. The attack has caused a celebratory reaction from Kyiv, but has been met with rebuke from Tehran.

Iranian Hip-Hop Artist Toomaj Salehi Facing Possible Death Sentence for “Corruption on Earth” Charge

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Iranian Hip-Hop Artist Toomaj Salehi Facing Possible Death Sentence for “Corruption on Earth” Charge

By News Masher on January 7, 2023

Iranian hip-hop artist Toomaj Salehi, known for his blistering conviction about the Islamic Revolution’s “failure”, has been charged with “corruption on earth” by a court…

Hamas disarmament plan draws cautious global support
July 31, 2026 |
Politics and World
A phased agreement for Hamas to disarm as Israel withdraws from Gaza has been welcomed internationally but faces major political, security and implementation hurdles. Hamas says disarmament depends on Israel ending hostilities, while key Israeli figures have rejected elements of the draft.
Google Earth AI tool raises satellite deepfake fears
July 31, 2026 |
Tech and World
Google’s new AI image feature in Google Earth lets users fabricate scenes on top of real satellite imagery. Researchers warn the tool could fuel misinformation and erode trust in satellite images used to verify events.
Federal plan cuts Colorado River water for three states
July 31, 2026 |
US and World
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation proposed major Colorado River water cuts for California, Arizona and Nevada while sparing four Upper Basin states for now. The temporary 10-year framework comes as Lake Powell and Lake Mead sit at record lows and states remain deadlocked over long-term management.