A tense situation unfolded in California during an immigration raid. An anti-ICE protestor allegedly brandished a firearm. This incident occurred at a cannabis farm in Camarillo. Governor Gavin Newsom is facing criticism for his response. Reports indicate a surge in assaults on ICE agents. The FBI is currently searching for the armed suspect.
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Vice President JD Vance's Disneyland visit became controversial due to protests over ICE raids and his past criticism of Disney. Jane Fleming Kleeb confronted him about his alleged dislike for California. A video of Vance awkwardly running after his child went viral, drawing mockery online. While Vance ignored most of the trolling and protests, he clapped back at California Governor Gavin Newsom.
Newly unsealed documents reveal a controversial practice. The Trump administration used a pro-Israel website, Canary Mission. This website helped identify pro-Palestinian academics. The goal was potential deportation. Homeland Security formed a team. They compiled data on foreign students and scholars. Canary Mission flagged over 75 individuals. A Trump aide, Stephen Miller, was heavily involved.
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US President Donald Trump attended a soccer match with his family. The match coincided with the anniversary of the assassination attempt on him. The incident happened in Butler, Pennsylvania. A Senate committee report revealed “preventable failures” by the Secret Service. The report highlighted communication mishandling and security lapses. Six agents have been suspended.
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Ultra-wealthy Indians are quietly acquiring private island properties in Dubai and Bahrain, drawn by freehold ownership, lifestyle privacy, and potential capital growth. These multi-million-dollar investments in developments like Amali and Amwaj offer stability, no personal income tax, and a discreet haven for the global elite. Despite costs and environmental concerns, Gulf islands are emerging as attractive assets.
Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin's enigmatic creator, is now reportedly the 11th richest person globally, holding an estimated $128.92 billion in BTC. Despite this immense wealth and numerous investigations, Nakamoto's true identity remains a mystery, fueling ongoing speculation and intrigue. The legacy of Bitcoin's innovation continues to inspire, symbolized by a statue in Budapest celebrating decentralization and anonymity.
A Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) employee, identified as Colonel Ivan Voronych, was fatally shot in Kyiv, prompting a criminal investigation. The suspect reportedly used a silenced pistol, firing five times at the victim. Pro-Kremlin commentators celebrated the killing, suggesting Moscow's involvement and highlighting the deceased's role in "special tasks," potentially including sabotage against Russia.