Trump’s foreign policy: What to expect from MAGA 2.0

On July 28, 2025, Sebije Nelovic, a cleaner at 345 Park Avenue, witnessed a shooting by 27-year-old Shane Devon Tamura, who killed four people, including an off-duty police officer. Tamura, reportedly targeting the NFL headquarters, took his own life; a note indicated he believed he suffered from CTE, raising questions about his mental state. Want More Context? 🔎

The flight attendants of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 are suing Boeing after a door plug blew out during a January 2024 flight, claiming personal and emotional injuries due to the incident. The attendants allege negligence on Boeing's part, stating the event has significantly impacted their personal and professional lives, while Boeing has declined to comment on the lawsuits filed in Seattle. Want More Context? 🔎

Inside an Atlanta art studio, artist Basil Watson is crafting a statue of Robert Smalls, a Civil War hero and former slave, to be placed at the South Carolina State House. This landmark statue, a first for honoring an individual African American on the Capitol grounds, symbolizes Smalls' journey from slavery to statesmanship and reflects a bipartisan effort to acknowledge African American history. Want More Context? 🔎

An air traffic controller at Ronald Reagan National Airport failed to warn an American Airlines jet of an approaching Army helicopter before their collision in January, resulting in 67 fatalities, as revealed during NTSB hearings. The controller, overwhelmed by traffic, did not communicate effectively, highlighting concerns over safety practices at the busy airport. Want More Context? 🔎

BBC reports from the scene of floods in Kerr CountyIn Kerr County, Texas, where catastrophic flooding over the 4 July weekend resulted in at least 135 deaths, top officials were criticized for being unprepared, with the emergency management coordinator and sheriff asleep during the disaster. No flood alerts were issued prior, and while Governor Greg Abbott acknowledged storm warnings, the true magnitude of the flooding was unknown. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump announced new tariffs for over 60 U.S. trading partners, set to take effect next week, with rates up to 41% for Syria and 40% for Laos and Myanmar, while Canada's tariffs increase from 25% to 35%. Despite delays in trade agreements, Trump remains open to negotiations post-implementation, emphasizing the positive impact of his trade strategy on U.S. exports and economic growth. Want More Context? 🔎