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Senate Questions Todd Blanche’s Loyalty to Trump During DOJ Confirmation Hearing

Interim Attorney General Todd Blanche faces intense scrutiny over his allegiance to former President Donald Trump and the independence of the Department of Justice.

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Special Police Team Investigates Killing of Anti-Migrant Leader in South Africa

Andile Mvuyelwa Somgxada, leader of the anti-migrant group March and March in Gauteng, died after being shot outside his home near Johannesburg.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:26 PM

Jay Clayton Refuses to Confirm Biden’s 2020 Election Victory During Intelligence Chief Hearing

Jay Clayton, nominated to replace Bill Pulte as US intelligence chief, declined to state that Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election during his Senate confirmation hearing.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 4:47 PM

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China's Small Businesses Face Challenges Raising Prices Amid Growing Inventory

Small enterprises in China are struggling to increase prices as they contend with accumulating unsold stock.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:46 PM

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Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey: Ambitious Epic Struggles Under Its Own Weight

Christopher Nolan’s latest film adapts the ancient tale of Odysseus with grand visuals but is criticized for overwhelming plot and heavy-handed narration.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 4:41 PM

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Epstein Survivors Attend Todd Blanche's Confirmation Hearing Amid Justice Department Scrutiny

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein were present at the July 15, 2026, confirmation hearing for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who defended the Justice Department's handling of Epstein-related files and pledged to restore public trust.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:38 PM

Tripling US Union Membership Could Shift $1.2 Trillion to Workers Annually, Report Finds

A new Economic Policy Institute report reveals that increasing union density to mid-20th century levels would raise median wages by 14.5%, narrow racial pay gaps, and reverse a third of inequality growth since 1979.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:45 PM

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Navigating a Changing Job Market: Youth Skills for an Uncertain Future

As rapid technological advances reshape the workforce, experts emphasize adaptability and lifelong learning for young people preparing for evolving labor market demands.

UN News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:40 PM

Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee in Attorney General Confirmation Hearing

Donald Trump’s nominee Todd Blanche testifies amid scrutiny over career prosecutor purges, Epstein files, and controversial charges.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:40 PM

world

Legal Challenge Filed Against Trump Administration’s ICC Sanctions Over US Citizens’ Rights

A lawsuit argues that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court and Palestinian rights groups violate constitutional protections and federal law.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 3:24 PM

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Global Childhood Vaccination Rates Improve Slightly in 2025, But Millions Remain Unprotected

UN data shows a modest recovery in immunization coverage worldwide, yet conflict, poverty, and vaccine hesitancy continue to leave millions of children vulnerable to preventable diseases.

UN News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:44 PM

politics

OMB Director Russ Vought Testifies Before House on CFPB Semi-Annual Report

Russ Vought appeared before the House Financial Services Committee to discuss recent actions taken at the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:27 PM

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Jay Clayton Testifies Before Senate Intelligence Committee on ODNI Nomination

Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton appears before Senate panel as President Trump’s nominee to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 1:48 PM

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Trump Urges ICE to Continue Using Traffic Stops as Key Crime-Fighting Tool

President Donald Trump supports Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s use of traffic stops despite recent fatal shootings and a new policy to halt such stops.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 12:43 PM

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Israel’s Targeted Attacks on Gaza Officials Threaten Post-War Stability

Analysts warn that Israel’s ongoing raids in Gaza, despite a ceasefire, aim to undermine governance and maintain control over the territory.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 12:08 PM

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Early Christian Church Unearthed Beneath Former Fish Market in Italy

Archaeologists have discovered the earliest known Christian church in Oderzo, Italy, revealing insights into the Late Roman and Early Medieval periods.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 12:06 PM

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Canadian Wildfire Smoke Spreads Across US from Great Lakes to New England

Over 830 wildfires in Canada and additional fires near the US border are causing hazardous air quality across the upper Midwest and Northeast, with smoke expected to reach major East Coast cities by mid-July 15, 2026.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 11:54 AM

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Arkansas Private School Founder Arrested Amid Abuse Allegations, Yet State Funding Continues

Despite abuse allegations and the arrest of its founder, The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain in Arkansas continues to receive public funds amid limited state oversight of private schools.

ProPublica | Jul 15, 2026, 11:10 AM

politics

Jay Clayton to Testify at Senate Confirmation Hearing for DNI Nomination

After a delay caused by President Trump’s request, Jay Clayton, nominee for Director of National Intelligence, is scheduled to appear before the Senate Intelligence Committee on July 15, 2026.

CBS Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 11:03 AM

Over 1,600 Energy Department Webpages Removed Amid US Heatwave and Policy Shift

As a severe heatwave grips the US, more than 1,600 Department of Energy webpages offering guidance on energy savings and grid protection have been deleted, coinciding with the Trump administration’s proposal to weaken appliance efficiency standards.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 10:52 AM

Trump’s Attorney General Nominee Faces Senate Hearing Amid Rising ICE Controversies

Todd Blanche, former personal defense lawyer to Donald Trump, confronts a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing as federal immigration enforcement faces scrutiny following multiple deaths.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 10:50 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Declares 'Weaponization Fund' Dead at Senate Hearing

During his confirmation hearing, Todd Blanche defended the controversial IRS settlement involving a $1.8 billion fund, despite criticism from a federal judge and bipartisan concerns.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 10:18 AM

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Most Realistic Ancient Roman Faces Revealed at Budapest Exhibition

An exhibition in Budapest brings to life 16 facial reconstructions from Roman-era skulls, revealing the diverse origins and harsh living conditions of Aquincum's ancient inhabitants.

Africanews | Jul 15, 2026, 9:33 AM

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India Leverages AI to Enhance Eye Disease Detection and Healthcare Access

Hospitals in Mumbai are using AI-powered smartphone retinal scans to identify early eye diseases, addressing radiologist shortages and expanding care to underserved communities.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:03 AM