In today’s Up First newsletter, a federal judge ruled that Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency likely violated the Constitution by shutting down the U.S. Agency for International Development. Former USAID employees are seeking reinstatement of access to emails and electronic systems. Trump and Putin announced a limited ceasefire in Ukraine, but attacks continued shortly after. Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have resumed after a nearly two-month ceasefire, resulting in casualties. Israel is pressuring Hamas for new ceasefire terms, including releasing hostages before talks.
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Red Arrows Flight Path for Final 2025 Display
The Red Arrows, the Royal Air Force display team, celebrated the commencement of their 2025 season with a flight over Buckingham Palace for the VE Day anniversary and have participated in numerous airshows across the UK and Europe. Their final display will take place in Duxford on October 4, after which the pilots will begin winter training, maintaining their rigorous schedule of nearly 5,000 displays in 57 countries this year. Want More Context? 🔎
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