Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike, a protest that helped spark one of India's largest demonstrations in recent years. Despite his fast ending, protesters — dubbed 'Cockroach' demonstrators — say they will keep pressing the government until the education minister resigns. The standoff reflects deepening political tension in India over education policy and government accountability.

President Trump said the newly signed US-Saudi nuclear cooperation deal is contingent on Saudi Arabia formally recognizing Israel by joining the Abraham Accords. The linkage adds a major diplomatic condition to what was framed as a commercial nuclear energy agreement, raising the stakes for Middle East normalization efforts. The move has already stirred concern in Israel over the scope of the nuclear deal itself.

Brent crude oil prices surged more than 6% to hit $100 a barrel for the first time since May, driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East. The spike signals growing market anxiety over regional instability and its potential to disrupt global energy supplies. Sustained high oil prices could ripple through inflation and economic growth worldwide.

The Trump administration is imposing tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on imports from roughly 60 countries, representing about 99% of U.S. imports, citing inadequate enforcement of forced-labor import bans. The move marks a major expansion of the administration's trade policy and could affect global supply chains and consumer prices.

More than 4 million people have dropped off SNAP food assistance rolls since last July, when President Trump signed the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' into law. The steady decline in participation raises concerns about food security for low-income Americans amid policy changes.

Amid an aggressive hiring surge at ICE, law enforcement experts are raising alarms about inadequate vetting of new officers. The concerns follow recent fatal shootings by ICE officers in Texas and Maine, highlighting potential risks tied to rapid expansion without rigorous screening.

Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford has entered the race for Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, complicating the GOP primary despite Graham having secured Trump's endorsement. The move signals a competitive Republican primary fight ahead, with Trump's backing failing to consolidate the field as expected.

South Carolina is under a flood watch until 2 a.m. Saturday as substantial downpours move through the state. Residents should stay alert for potential flooding conditions overnight.

South Carolina has confirmed 23 cases of cyclosporiasis as part of a broader national outbreak of the intestinal illness. Health officials are tracking the situation amid the wider multi-state health concern.

The House passed a plan to officially rename the Department of Defense to the 'Department of War' as part of the annual defense bill. The renaming carries symbolic and political weight, reflecting a shift in rhetoric around the U.S. military's mission and posture. It marks one of the most significant symbolic changes to a major federal department in decades.

The House voted to limit President Trump's authority to take military action against Iran, while a similar measure failed to advance in the Senate. This reflects ongoing congressional tension over war powers and executive authority in potential conflicts with Iran. The split outcome underscores partisan and institutional divides on constraining presidential military action.

A Ukrainian F-16 shot down a Russian fighter jet for the first time, a milestone confirmed by a top U.S. general. The achievement, using one of the oldest fighter designs still in service, signals Kyiv's growing air power and evolving air combat capabilities in the war against Russia.