US President Donald Trump transferred the Washington police department under direct federal control and deployed National Guard troops. This is the first time in history that a president has taken control of a city's police, citing an emergency situation after an attack on a former civil servant.
The Trump administration is suing the University of California, Los Angeles over allegations of antisemitism. A fine of $1 billion and compensation for Jewish students are being demanded.
The US President plans to create a working group for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. This could escalate relations between the White House and local authorities after immigration raids.
A light aircraft crashed near the Spanish island of Mallorca, killing a 60-year-old former US Air Force pilot and his 13-year-old son. The disaster occurred on August 2 during acrobatic maneuvers over the sea; the causes are being investigated.
Tesla no longer accepts orders for its luxury electric vehicles Model S and Model X in Europe. Buyers can only purchase pre-configured models, while Model 3 and Model Y are available for order.
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris will not run for governor of California next year. She stated that her career will not be related to an elected position in the near future.
An 8. 8 magnitude earthquake occurred in Kamchatka, causing partial flooding of the Severo-Kurilsk port. Tsunami warnings have been issued for the USA, Japan, Canada, and South America, where waves up to 1.4 meters high are expected.
Scientists explain that this could be caused by the disorientation of marine mammals due to sharp changes in currents and water levels.
The US has issued the highest level tsunami warning for the northern coast of California after a powerful earthquake near Kamchatka. Waves up to 1.4 meters are expected, and residents are urged to evacuate immediately.
A private Beech 95-B55 aircraft crashed into the sea near Pacific Grove, California, on Saturday around 10:40 PM. One person died, two are missing, and a search operation is underway.
The median rent in the US has increased from $824 in 2008 to over $1300 in 2025, forcing Americans to spend a significant portion of their income on housing. On average, 38.3 hours of work per month are needed to cover rent, but in Vermont, this figure reaches 60.2 hours, and in New York, 90.2 hours.
A study by the Barcelona Supercomputing Center found a direct link between climate extremes and sharp spikes in food prices. This highlights the growing vulnerability of food systems to environmental shocks, leading to inflation and affecting the consumption of poorer households.
The SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule with four astronauts, including NASA veteran Peggy Whitson and representatives from India, Poland, and Hungary, successfully returned to Earth after 18 days on the ISS. For the three countries, this was their first flight to the ISS, and for 65-year-old Whitson, it was her fifth trip to space.
A farm worker died after a raid by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a legal cannabis farm in California. The man, who was being pursued by immigration agents, fell from a height of 9 meters.
Brad Pitt sued Angelina Jolie over the sale of her share in Chateau Miraval winery. The actor claims that the sale took place without his consent, violating a previous agreement.
56-year-old actress Jennifer Aniston sparked rumors of a romantic relationship with hypnotherapist Jim Curtis after a joint trip to Mallorca. They were seen together on a yacht and in a luxury hotel, and Aniston introduced him to her friends.
Northern California authorities have confirmed the discovery of the bodies of seven people missing after a powerful explosion at the Devastating Pyrotechnics fireworks warehouse. The incident caused a 78-acre fire and destroyed neighboring homes.
The Madre wildfire in San Luis Obispo County, the largest this year in California, has covered over 28,000 hectares. The fire is 10% contained, over 200 people have been evacuated, and air quality in Los Angeles is deteriorating.
The filming of the second season of the series "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" will be moved from New York to Los Angeles. This decision is related to the expansion of the tax incentive program in California, which is intended to stimulate the return of large projects to the state.
A powerful explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California has led to the disappearance of seven people. The incident occurred in the Esparto area, causing a large-scale fire and evacuation of residents.
A fireworks warehouse in California, USA, caught fire and exploded, scattering debris and causing pyrotechnics to detonate. Firefighters found several commercial buildings engulfed in flames, with multiple explosions.
California will increase annual funding for film and TV production by $750 million. This expansion of the program, initiated by Governor Gavin Newsom, is expected to create between 4.4 and 5.5 thousand new jobs.
The world's first photonic quantum computer has been successfully launched into orbit as part of the SpaceX Transporter 14 mission. This device, developed by an international group of scientists, has the potential to change the principles of data processing in space and planetary observation.
Tesla launched limited testing of its Robotaxi service on June 22 in Texas, allowing rides only to invited individuals accompanied by "safety monitors. " The service uses adapted Model Y vehicles and operates in a restricted area, while the full-fledged Cybercab model is not expected until 2026 at the earliest.
Tesla is launching its first robotaxi service in Austin with a limited fleet of vehicles and only in certain areas. The project aims to restore investor confidence and the market after falling sales, relying on autonomous driving, artificial intelligence, and robotics.
A federal appeals court in San Francisco has allowed the use of National Guard troops for protests. Trump's decision was called likely legal, but not final.
Seven men between the ages of 30 and 60 stole $100 million worth of jewelry from a Brinks truck. The thieves tracked the truck and stole 24 bags of jewelry.
Astronomers have for the first time discovered the missing matter in the Universe using fast radio bursts (FRB). These signals helped to weigh the intergalactic fog, confirming theories about the distribution of matter.
Are there musical geniuses of Brian Wilson's caliber today? Modern performers may not be as groundbreaking as in the 60s, but innovation has shifted to the cultural peripheries.
Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been found guilty of criminal sexual act in a retrial in New York. He is accused of raping an actress and forcing her to perform oral sex.
