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Anjali covers major US stories that drive online conversations and dominate headlines. She specializes in finding fresh, compelling angles on trending developments, breaking news, entertainment and human-interest stories. Prior to joining MEAWW, she honed her skills in both digital and television newsrooms with leading media brands, including CNN.
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Cargo ship hit in Strait of Hormuz as US officials point to Iran
The attack occurred as commercial traffic through the Strait had risen in recent weeks following diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region
Sean Hannity ridicules 'puffy face' frenzy, claims critics care more about looks than his TV success
After Sean Hannity appeared on-air with noticeable facial swelling, online speculation surged, prompting him to address the rumors directly
Supreme Court clears way for Trump to end deportation protections for Haitians, Syrians
Administration officials said TPS was not meant as a long-term solution and moved to review and end protections for multiple countries
Rubio rejects internal tension with Vance, says team is aligned behind Trump
Marco Rubio's remarks followed debate over whether differing public comments from senior officials signaled deeper divisions within the administration
Trump-Cassidy shouting match erupts over Iran war, exposing GOP rift in closed-door clash
Sen Bill Cassidy later admitted to losing his temper during the exchange but defended publicly challenging the president
Warren stunned as Trump scraps bipartisan housing bill, blasts 'indifference' to struggling families
Elizabeth Warren said the decision was especially surprising because the legislation addressed an issue affecting voters across the political spectrum
Marco Rubio snaps at reporter, dismisses claim Israel undermining Trump deal as 'fake'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Israeli and regional officials understood US diplomatic goals and President Trump's non-negotiable conditions
Robert Garcia blasts Donald Trump for 'loyalist' contracts in Reflecting Pool fiasco
Robert Garcia sought documents on how the contracts were awarded, who approved them, and what oversight existed
Federal judge blocks ICE courthouse arrests nationwide, blasts policy as 'no real decision making'
The judge found that the agency failed to address a key consequence: migrants becoming fearful of attending court hearings
Trump accuses Obama of secretly sending billions to Iran, says only 'the hammer' can control Tehran
President Trump cited the $1.7 billion cash transfer by the Obama administration and argued past leaders believed Iran could be influenced with money
Trump contradicts Iran on IAEA access, says '100% inspections' or talks are off
After arriving in Pennsylvania, President Trump dismissed Iran's claim and insisted recent talks had secured 100% inspection rights
FBI admits it let Trump's White House UFC event go ahead despite active attack threat
FBI Deputy Director Chris Raia said officials felt comfortable proceeding with the UFC event after key suspects were identified and closely monitored
Trump announces 6 arrests over Reflecting Pool vandalism, reveals '350-foot gash' in shocking damage
President Trump alleged that the saboteur used an extremely sharp blade and deliberately cut across a long stretch of the pool overnight
Loomer explodes at Carlson after GOP break, calls him 'backstabber' over Trump's Iran stance
Laura Loomer accused Tucker Carlson of abandoning GOP's Iran policies and deepening a right-wing foreign policy feud
Cory Booker blasts Trump Iran deal as 'capitulation', says US is 'paying billions' to rebuild Tehran
His criticism adds to growing bipartisan skepticism over the Trump administration’s approach to negotiations with Tehran
Jason Crow accuses Trump administration of hiding details on deadly Iran school bombing
Drawing on his own combat experience, he said civilian deaths can have long-term consequences that extend far beyond the battlefield
Israel warns Iran-backed forces threaten Trump’s Middle East peace push
Herzog says Hezbollah attacks risk sabotaging a diplomatic opening as US and Iranian negotiators prepare for another high-stakes round of talks
Trump warns Iranian officials: ‘You won’t make it back’ if Strait of Hormuz is closed
Trump’s suggested that the United States could become the 'Guardian Angel' of the Strait of Hormuz
Trump warns Iran to rein in 'proxies' or face strikes 'even harder' than last week
JD Vance said talks had moved beyond broad pledges and into technical negotiations that could eventually support a permanent agreement
Trump declares 'no tolls' in Strait of Hormuz, then hints US could charge the world later
Despite Tehran's announcement, American military officials quickly disputed claims that the Strait of Hormuz had actually been shut down