Today in History: Chicago police torture report released
On July 19, 2006, prosecutors reported that Chicago police beat, kicked, shocked or otherwise tortured scores...
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US military launches new airstrikes to punish Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military says it has launched new airstrikes against Iran to “swiftly punish” the...
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 3 children and 6 adults, health officials say
Israeli strikes in Gaza City on Saturday killed at least nine Palestinians, including three children,...
Iran says it is suspending its commitments to interim deal with US as countries exchange attacks
The United States and Iran exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets on Saturday...
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes surpasses 5,000
Ongoing recovery and debris-clearing operations have led to the increase in the death toll, particularly...
Today in History: Detroit files for bankruptcy
On July 18, 2013, Detroit became the biggest U.S. city to file for bankruptcy, its...
US strikes bridges and collapses a tower at a key port as its Iran campaign expands
The United States expanded its airstrike campaign against Iran early Friday by hitting more bridges,...
Today in History: Disneyland opens
On July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened in Anaheim, California, after its $17 million, yearlong construction;...
House Republicans’ $95 billion Iran war package clears first hurdle
Republicans on the House Budget Committee advanced a $95 billion package Thursday for the Iran...
What remains of the Iran deal as fighting rages
The conflict between Iran and the United States has intensified in recent days and an...