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Hegseth grilled on Capitol Hill over funding for Iran war

Hegseth grilled on Capitol Hill over funding for Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. war against Iran has cost $37.5 billion so far. Hegseth faced fiery questions and protests over the U.S. war against Iran at a Senate hearing Tuesday. Hegseth and other officials appeared as Republicans push a $95 …

The News Flicker·July 21, 2026

US identifies 3rd soldier killed in Iranian attack

US identifies 3rd soldier killed in Iranian attack

The U.S. military has confirmed that a third service member is believed to be dead in Friday’s attack on a base in Jordan and identified them as Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, 28, of Ozone Park, New York. The U.S. military has also identified a soldier killed while…

The News Flicker·July 21, 2026

Israeli military builds massive earthen barrier inside Gaza

Israeli military builds massive earthen barrier inside Gaza

The Israeli military is rapidly constructing a large earthen barrier in the Gaza Strip, further entrenching the division of the tiny Palestinian enclave. Satellite images show that more than 14 miles have been built in recent months. Israel's military confirm…

The News Flicker·July 21, 2026

The limits of intensifying attacks emerge as US and Iran dig in

The limits of intensifying attacks emerge as US and Iran dig in

The U.S. and Iran are back to bombing every day in a bid to control the Strait of Hormuz. And neither is backing down, showing the limitations of President Donald Trump’s reliance on escalating airstrikes to bend Tehran to his will. While the Trump administra…

The News Flicker·July 21, 2026

Democrats could take preliminary vote on 2028 primary calendar

Democrats could take preliminary vote on 2028 primary calendar

Democrats could vote as early as this week on the order of their primary calendar for the 2028 presidential election, although the decision wouldn’t be final until the full Democratic National Committee agrees. The panel that is responsible for setting the pa…

The News Flicker·July 20, 2026

Trump 50% tariff targets Canadian autos, alcohol and cheese

Trump 50% tariff targets Canadian autos, alcohol and cheese

President Donald Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products. The move, announced Monday, could unleash a new wave of economic chaos, with risks of h…

The News Flicker·July 20, 2026