Supreme Court lifts order that blocked Trump's mass federal layoffs

The Supreme Court cleared the way on Tuesday for President Donald Trump's administration to resume carrying out mass job cuts and the restructuring of agencies.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs to be sentenced on Oct. 3

A federal judge on Tuesday said Sean "Diddy" Combs will be sentenced on Oct. 3 after his conviction on charges of transporting prostitutes to engage in drug-fueled sexual performances.

More than 160 people are still missing after deadly Texas floods, governor says

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Tuesday over 160 people, mostly in the state's Hill Country, are believed to be still missing days after flash floods killed more than 100 people.

Churches can endorse political candidates to congregations, IRS says

Churches and other houses of worship can endorse political candidates to their congregations without risking losing their status as tax-exempt nonprofits, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service said.

Rubio impersonator using AI contacted foreign ministers, cable says

An individual using AI to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio contacted three foreign ministers and two U.S. officials last month, according to a diplomatic cable seen by Reuters Tuesday.

TSA will no longer require passengers to remove shoes at airport security, source says

After nearly two decades, passengers in the United States will no longer have to take their shoes off going through airport security.

Trump to end 'green energy' subsidies via new action

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday to phase out federal subsidies for green energy like wind and solar farms, citing unsustainability for the grid and too much reliance on foreign adversaries.

Amazon extends Prime Day discounts to 4 days as retailers weigh tariff-related price increases

Amazon is extending its annual Prime Day sales and offering new membership perks to Gen Z shoppers amid tariff-related price worries and possibly some consumer boredom with an event marking its 11th year.

Veterans Affairs walks back plans for mass layoffs but will still lose tens of thousands of jobs

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Monday it is walking back plans for mass layoffs at the agency but says it will still shed tens of thousands of jobs by the end of fiscal year 2025.

'Vast majority' of Americans not willing to pay for news, study finds

While most Americans say that they can find what they're looking for for free, 32% say that they are simply not interested enough to pay.