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President Donald Trump called it “a great day” as Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of a U.S.-brokered peace deal. The news came just hours after Secretary of State Marco Rubio slipped Trump a note Wednesday evening, urging him to announce the deal first on social media.
Plus, it’s week two of the government shutdown — and tempers are running high. A hallway altercation between House Speaker Mike Johnson and Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego became so intense that another lawmaker had to intervene.
And after her sister’s public plea for prayers, Dolly Parton took to Instagram to set the record straight.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025.
In Portland, President Donald Trump defied a federal court order, calling up California’s National Guard to curb protests in Oregon. Now, a judge has responded, blocking any troop deployment at all.
In the Middle East, near the two-year anniversary of the Hamas attacks, Israel and Hamas are meeting through mediators in Egypt. Both sides have signaled they are closer than ever to a ceasefire.
And on Mount Everest, a dream turns into a disaster. A powerful blizzard has trapped over a thousand climbers as rescuers race through snow and ice to reach them.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Oct. 6, 2025.
President Donald Trump declares the U.S. is in “armed conflict” with drug cartels. However, critics claim it’s a legal stretch, and Congress hasn’t signed off.
Plus, a massive fire erupted at a California oil refinery. The Chevron blaze is now contained, but the investigation into how it started remains ongoing.
And a strange object spotted in a remote island lagoon could finally crack the 88-year-old Amelia Earhart mystery.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.
The federal government remains shut down, and frustration is mounting. With no deal in sight, the White House is preparing to fire, not furlough, some federal workers.
Plus, a large flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy. Dozens of ships were turned around in a high-profile standoff at sea.
And two Delta regional jets collide on the taxiway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport. One flight was just arriving, the other set to depart.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025.
Congress failed to secure funding on Tuesday, prompting the federal government to shut down. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees are likely to face furloughs, with paychecks delayed, and the blame game will commence.
Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told America’s top generals to ditch “woke” culture and get battle-ready.
And federal agents have seized a large cache of SIM cards — enough to send 30 million texts per minute.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025.
Before the day ends, the U.S. government could come to a halt. With no deal in sight, a shutdown looms, putting federal paychecks, programs and services on the line
Plus, President Donald Trump has introduced a comprehensive new peace plan for Gaza, promising a ceasefire, hostage releases and a halt to military operations. But will Hamas follow through?
And an ICE officer caught on video shoving a migrant woman outside immigration court is back on duty.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.
A former Marine crashed his truck into a crowded Sunday service at a Mormon church in Michigan, then opened fire and set the building on fire. Police continue to investigate a motive for the attack.
Plus, Washington is once again staring down a federal government shutdown. With the deadline just hours away, Democrats and Republicans remain at a stalemate.
And Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Storm Imelda are swirling side by side in the Atlantic, both now threatening the Southeast coast.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Sept. 29, 2025.
A sniper opened fire on an ICE facility in Dallas, killing one detainee, critically injuring two others and leaving a chilling message carved into the shell casings.
Plus, James Comey, once President Donald Trump’s FBI director, is now on the verge of an indictment. Prosecutors are preparing to present the case to a grand jury as early as this week.
And TikTok’s future in America depends on a deal expected to be signed Thursday by Trump. The deal will keep the app operational in the U.S., but at what expense?
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025.
A sniper opened fire on an ICE facility in Dallas, killing one detainee, critically injuring two others and leaving a chilling message carved into the shell casings.
Plus, James Comey, once President Donald Trump’s FBI director, is now on the verge of an indictment. Prosecutors are preparing to present the case to a grand jury as early as this week.
And TikTok’s future in America depends on a deal expected to be signed Thursday by Trump. The deal will keep the app operational in the U.S., but at what expense?
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025.
President Donald Trump is advising pregnant women not to take Tylenol. His administration now claims the drug may be linked to autism — a connection health experts say is unproven, and the drugmaker strongly denies.
Plus, the president heads to the United Nations on Tuesday for his first address of his second term. From Gaza to Ukraine, all eyes will be on how Trump positions the U.S. on the world stage.
And Jimmy Kimmel is back on late night. After a high-profile suspension sparked a storm of controversy, what will he say when he steps back behind the desk tonight?
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025
Tens of thousands filled a stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for Charlie Kirk’s memorial service — where faith, politics and raw emotion clashed. President Donald Trump called Kirk “bigger now than ever before,” promising him the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Plus, in a historic diplomatic move, Britain, Canada, Australia and Portugal officially recognized a Palestinian state — with France expected to do so on Monday.
And the Trump administration said it’s preparing a major announcement on autism. Could Tylenol be tied to the condition?
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Sept. 22, 2025.
President Donald Trump suggests TV networks that criticize him could face losing their licenses after Jimmy Kimmel targeted MAGA on-air. It has become a clash over comedy, control and the future of free speech.
Plus, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new CDC advisory board just altered the rules. Why your toddler might now receive two shots instead of one — and what’s driving the change.
And authorities discovered human remains in the Washington wilderness. Investigators believe they belong to the man accused of killing his three daughters.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.
The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk now faces seven felony charges, and prosecutors in Utah say they will seek the death penalty. Among the evidence is a text exchange where the alleged shooter appears to confess and outline his motive.
Plus, the U.S. and China have reportedly reached a deal that allows TikTok to keep operating in the U.S., with increased oversight from American authorities.
Also, Ben and Jerry’s co-founders are parting ways after decades of social activism and sweet success.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025.
Israel launches a major ground offensive in Gaza City, calling it a mission to crush Hamas. But with airstrikes intensifying and hostages still inside, critics say it’s a dangerous new escalation.
Plus, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk appears before a judge Tuesday. Prosecutors may pursue the death penalty.
Also, the Federal Reserve kicks off a high-stakes meeting. Will it finally cut interest rates after months of pressure from President Donald Trump?
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025.
Tyler Robinson, the suspect accused of killing Charlie Kirk, has refused to cooperate with investigators. However, authorities said they’re piecing together a clearer picture from forensic evidence, friends and family.
Plus, the U.S. Navy intercepted a Venezuelan fishing boat. Washington, D.C., claimed it was a routine anti-drug operation, but Caracas is calling it a provocation.
And Russian drones have now breached airspace over Romania just days after similar activity near Poland. NATO officials have warned Moscow’s strikes are creeping dangerously close to allied territory.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
Investigators released new video and images of the shooting suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk at a Utah university. As the manhunt ramps up, mourners across the country gathered to remember the conservative commentator.
Plus, what started as a false “active shooter” alert in Annapolis turned into a frightening lockdown — and ended with a student shot after mistaking an officer for the gunman.
Also, Prince Harry made a surprise visit to Kyiv, meeting injured troops and unveiling his Invictus Games plan to help the war-wounded recover through sport and rehabilitation.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Sept. 12, 2025.
Utah’s governor called conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death a “political assassination.” The search for the alleged gunman who shot and killed Kirk during a college campus event continues.
Plus, just miles from Columbine, another school shooting occurred. This time at Evergreen High in Colorado. One student has died, others have been wounded and investigators work to piece together what happened.
Also, Prince Harry reunited with his father, King Charles, for tea in London — their first face-to-face in more than a year.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025.
The House Oversight Committee releases new documents from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, including a so-called “birthday book” with pages Democrats say contain Donald Trump’s name. The president insists the notes are fake.
Plus, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) launches “Operation Midway Blitz” — a federal crackdown targeting undocumented immigrants in Chicago. Officials said it’s aimed at “criminal illegal aliens,” but Illinois leaders call the move political theater.
And the Supreme Court sides with the Trump administration, clearing the way for ICE to conduct so-called “roving raids” in Los Angeles.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025.
The White House announces Patriot 2.0, a major Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation targeting undocumented immigrants in Massachusetts. However, Boston’s mayor and the state’s governor have already pushed back.
Plus, President Donald Trump’s fiery post about Chicago sparked outrage over the weekend, with images of helicopters and flames superimposed over the skyline. He insists it’s not about “war,” but residents don’t feel convinced.
Also, the Vatican canonized Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old known as God’s Influencer.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Sept. 8, 2025.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced combative questioning on Capitol Hill. Senators pressed him on vaccines, CDC firings and COVID-19 data.
Plus, two Venezuelan fighter jets confronted a U.S. Navy destroyer in international waters, showing force after American warships shot down a suspected cartel drug boat.
Also, a federal appeals court ruled that the controversial migrant detention center in the Florida Everglades, otherwise known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” can remain open for now.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Sept. 5, 2025.
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I thought straight on arrow news would just give me the facts but they don't do that they give you the rhetoric and omit the facts. allowing The Listener to draw their own conclusions based on rhetorical comments rather than statistical comments. I have to say I'm not impressed