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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.
Gaza’s fragile peace deal hangs by a thread after a deadly weekend of airstrikes, accusations and denials. Israel claimed Hamas violated the ceasefire, while Hamas says Israel overreacted.
Plus, the internet hits a wall this morning after an Amazon Web Services outage takes down major sites worldwide — from Snapchat and Robinhood to McDonald’s and Hulu.
And a bold daylight theft at the Louvre has left France stunned. Thieves disappeared with eight of the French Crown Jewels.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, October 20, 2025.
The ceasefire in Gaza is already facing difficulties, with the return of dead Israelis increasingly becoming a grim tally.
Plus, could the U.S. initiate attacks on Venezuela? What President Donald Trump mentioned regarding the possibility of taking more aggressive actions than just sinking boats.
And a final report explains why searching for the Titanic wreckage led to a catastrophic and deadly implosion. It details how flawed engineering caused the failure of the Titan submersible.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025.
Despite a signed peace deal, unrest persists in the streets of Gaza. From Hamas disarming to humanitarian aid not being permitted through, there are still big questions unresolved.
Plus, President Donald Trump praised a blast off the coast of Venezuela as another blow to drug trafficking in the Caribbean and what he calls a designated terrorist organization route.
And Los Angeles declared a state of emergency, but not for a natural disaster. The move pits the local government against the feds when it comes to immigration enforcement.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025.
A fragile but historic ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is now active, but the hardest part may just be starting.
Plus, a new media policy at the Defense Department has sparked rare unity across the press. Major outlets from The New York Times to Newsmax have refused to sign the Pentagon’s new rules limiting how reporters gather information about the military.
And Amazon is gearing up for the holidays with plans to hire 250,000 workers nationwide. It’s one of the few companies going big this season as retailers scale back on holiday hiring.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025.
President Donald Trump arrived in Israel on Monday morning as Hamas released the 20 living hostages held for more than two years. The visit marks a critical moment in the peace process, as Trump works to solidify the first phase of his ceasefire deal.
Meanwhile, the federal government shutdown continues further into October. Offices remain closed, paychecks are on hold and hundreds of thousands of workers are sidelined as lawmakers struggle to end the deadlock.
And in South Carolina, a gunman opened fire at a popular bar during a high school reunion, leaving four people dead and 20 injured.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Oct. 13, 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.
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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