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07/28/2026 · Riverdale
HHS Drops Plan to Withhold Funding Over Gender-Affirming Care
The Department of Health and Human Services has decided against a directive that would have allowed the agency to cut Medicare and Medicaid funding. This decision affects hospitals providing gender-affirming care to minors nationwide.
Ofcom Proposes New Rules for Tech Companies to Combat Fraudulent Online Ads
Ofcom is proposing new regulations that would require major online platforms to address fraudulent advertisements on their services. The communications regulator highlights that over 50% of UK adults have encountered potentially fraudulent ads online.
07/28/2026
Two U.S. Service Members Killed, One Missing After Regional Strikes
Two United States service members died and one remains unaccounted for after recent attacks on military facilities. These incidents occurred amid escalating hostilities where Iran targeted U.S. installations across the Gulf region.
07/28/2026
Declassified Documents Offer Glimpse Into 2020 Election Security Inquiries
Declassified government documents, some containing redactions, have been reviewed as part of an examination into allegations of election insecurity following the 2020 presidential election. The BBC Verify team conducted the review.
07/28/2026
U.S. Announces Soldier's Death Amid Regional Tensions
Separately, the U.S. military announced the death of a soldier stationed in the Middle East. This development occurred as Israel issued a public warning about potential actions attributed to Iran.
07/28/2026
Three U.S. Service Members Killed Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions
Three U.S. service members died since Friday. This occurred during heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. Separately, Hunter Biden spoke about addiction and public scrutiny.
07/28/2026
US Military Recovers Remains in Jordan, Reports Death in Iraq Incident
The U.S. military announced the recovery of unidentified human remains in Jordan during a search for a missing service member. This development follows an Iranian missile and drone attack. Separately, a U.S. service member died in an incident in Iraq.
07/28/2026
U.S. Strikes Continue for Seventh Night Amid Regional Retaliation Claims
United States military forces conducted strikes for a seventh consecutive night. Meanwhile, Kuwait reported a power and water plant sustained damage in an alleged retaliatory action.
07/28/2026
Secretary Rubio Addresses Press on Global Issues, Diplomacy
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with reporters at Joint Base Andrews on July 19, 2026. He spoke about the World Cup, the upcoming visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping, ongoing strikes against Iran, and aid for earthquake-stricken Venezuela.
07/28/2026