US Central Command announced that two US service members were killed and one is missing in action following Iranian missile and drone attacks in Jordan on July 18, 2026. The incident involved a wave of attacks targeting US forces.
Lebanon's President Michel Aoun will meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington. The agenda includes discussions on the ceasefire, southern Lebanon, and Israel's withdrawal.
Josh Kerr achieved a new world record in the mile with a time of 3:42.66 at the London Diamond League. This performance broke the previous record set by Hicham El Guerrouj.
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a statement condemning recent US strikes, indicating that there are significant lessons to be learned from these events. The statement reflects the Iranian leadership's stance on US military actions.
Governor Tony Evers of Wisconsin has endorsed David Crowley, the Milwaukee County Executive, in his campaign for governor. This support follows the recent withdrawal of Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez from the race.
Ukrainian aerial operations have targeted energy and military sites in Russia, leading to nine fatalities and over sixty injuries. This action is part of Ukraine's strategy to disrupt Russia's military efforts during the ongoing conflict.
Two U.S. service members were killed in an Iranian missile attack on the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan on July 17. This incident is the first U.S. military fatality since the resumption of hostilities two weeks ago, raising the total number of U.S. casualties in the conflict to 16. Four other service members were injured but have been discharged from medical care.
Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky reported receiving calls indicating that Senator Mitch McConnell had died while in the hospital. McConnell's office clarified that he was hospitalized due to a fall and developed pneumonia but did not suffer a heart attack or stroke. Beshear has called for more transparency regarding McConnell's health.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear reported receiving calls from agencies indicating that Senator Mitch McConnell had died while in the hospital. McConnell's office confirmed he was hospitalized due to a fall and developed pneumonia but stated he did not suffer serious health issues. Beshear has called for greater transparency regarding McConnell's health.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei accused President Trump of violating the U.S.-Iran agreement and warned of a strong response from Iran if hostilities escalate. His statement marks a return to traditional Iranian rhetoric amid ongoing tensions between the two nations.
Representative Ralph Norman (R-SC) has announced his candidacy for the Senate seat formerly held by Lindsey Graham in the upcoming South Carolina special election. Following Graham's death, his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, was appointed to fill his seat temporarily. Other candidates, including Representatives Nancy Mace and Russell Fry, are also considering running for the position.
Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC) has announced his candidacy for the Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham, who passed away recently. Following Graham's death, his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, was appointed to fill his seat temporarily. The special primary election is scheduled for August 11, 2026.
Rep. Ralph Norman has declared his intention to run for the Senate seat in South Carolina following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. Norman emphasized Graham's dedication to the state and the country in his announcement.
Residents in Greater Memphis are voicing concerns about the noise and emissions from SpaceX's AI data centers, Colossus and Colossus II. Public opposition is growing, prompting policy changes in other states, including a moratorium on AI data center construction in New York. Local officials and residents are advocating for better regulations and agreements with data center developers, citing their experiences as cautionary tales for other communities.
Protests against the expansion of data centers are planned in over 125 locations across the U.S. on July 18, 2026. Organized by the group HumansFirst, the protests aim to address concerns about the impact of data centers on local communities, including issues related to power costs, water usage, and environmental pollution. A recent poll shows significant public opposition to the pace of data center construction.
Rep. Ralph Norman has declared his candidacy for the South Carolina Senate seat following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. He aims to run in the upcoming special GOP primary election on August 11, despite President Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham for the position. Norman has received support from GOP Senators Mike Lee and Rick Scott and will face competition from other declared candidates.
Armed groups launched an attack on a Malian military convoy in the Gao region on July 18, 2026. The Malian government is conducting a counterattack, while rebels claim to have inflicted casualties and damage on the military.
Two men from North Dakota, Kyle Bylin and Jeremy Morrison, are suing a hospital after discovering they were switched at birth nearly 40 years ago. The revelation came to light when Bylin received a DNA test as a gift, leading to the confirmation of their switched identities.
A rally in Memphis drew over a thousand supporters for Justin Pearson, a Democratic state representative running for Congress. The event, attended by prominent figures, was held in response to recent fatal shootings by the Memphis Safe Task Force.
A federal appeals court has allowed the U.S. Postal Service to proceed with changes to mail-in ballot delivery procedures despite ongoing legal challenges. The ruling comes as a separate court order continues to block the Trump administration's related policy.
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