Donald Trump ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines to unspecified locations following a heated exchange with Dmitry Medvedev. The spat originated after Trump criticized Medvedev and imposed trade penalties on India for its ties with Russia. Medvedev responded with a provocative statement referencing Russia's Cold War nuclear strategy, prompting Trump's strong reaction and concerns about unintended consequences.

A lone gunman, Shane Tamura, unleashed terror in Midtown Manhattan, resulting in five fatalities, including a brave police officer. Tamura, who drove from Las Vegas, initiated the carnage in a Park Avenue building, fatally shooting the officer in the lobby. He then continued his rampage, killing civilians before taking his own life on the 33rd floor.

A rally in New York City supporting Stephen Colbert after the cancellation of "The Late Show" drew a small crowd. Organizers, protesting outside the CBS Broadcast Center, framed the show's cancellation as a First Amendment issue, alleging political motivations behind the decision. The event, triggered by declining viewership and profits, saw minimal attendance, with most leaving shortly after it began.

Barack Obama has called for immediate action to prevent starvation in Gaza, emphasizing the urgent need for aid access. While Israel announced a "tactical pause," Trump accused Hamas of diverting aid, a claim disputed by the Israeli military. Netanyahu defended Israel's aid efforts, accusing the UN of spreading falsehoods regarding humanitarian access.

US federal authorities dismantled a massive dark web network trading child sexual abuse material, leading to the conviction of at least 18 individuals. Operation Grayskull uncovered four heavily trafficked child exploitation websites, resulting in the arrest of key figure William Spearman, known as "Boss," and the sentencing of others like Selwyn Rosenstein and Matthew Garrell.

An American father, Derek Huffman, seeking traditional values, relocated his family from Texas to Russia, disillusioned by perceived 'wokeness' in US schools. Lured by promises of a non-combat role and expedited citizenship, Huffman joined the Russian military. However, he now finds himself near the Ukraine front lines, despite lacking military experience and adequate Russian language skills.

In a significant victory for immigrants, a US court has blocked President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship, deeming it unconstitutional. The ruling, delivered by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, upholds the 14th Amendment, ensuring that children born in the US to non-citizen parents on short term visas are still granted citizenship.

Bryan Kohberger faced the victims' families during a sentencing hearing, where emotional impact statements were delivered. Steve Goncalves, father of Kaylee Goncalves, confronted Kohberger, detailing the evidence that quickly led to his identification as the murderer of the four University of Idaho students. "You were that foolish, that careless, that stupid," he said.

Luciano Frattolin, the 45-year-old father arrested in the US on charges of killing his daughter, is a prominent businessman in Ethiopia. His former friends revealed dark details of his past, how he was assaulted in 2019 that made him lose his one eye, and how he cheated on his wife when he was recovering from the attack in Ethiopia, leading to their divorce.

Donald Trump faces heat over Jeffrey Epstein links. He accuses Barack Obama of treason to deflect attention. However, this tactic seems less effective now. MAGA supporters demand more disclosures. The Epstein scandal divides Trump's base. Some Republicans use the issue against Trump. His grip on MAGA weakens. The old playbook may not work this time.