Updates July 12, 2025

Trump, flanked by officials and media, toured the devastated flood zones of Texas, where at least 120 people are dead and more than 160 remain missing. The visit was heavy on photo ops, light on accountability. Questions about failed warning systems and preventable deaths were met with the usual deflections. 

Elsewhere, the state’s violence was on full display: an immigration raid on a California cannabis farm ended with gunfire, a $50,000 FBI reward, and the arrest of about 200 undocumented immigrants, including minors. The images of agents posing with detainees speak volumes about the priorities of this administration. Four protesters now face charges for resisting these mass deportations—a chilling message to anyone who dares to stand in solidarity with the marginalized[2].

In Washington, the Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to gut the federal workforce, greenlighting mass layoffs and the elimination of entire agencies without Congressional approval. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s dissent called the move “hubristic” and “senseless" [3].

As if to underscore the cruelty, Trump’s newly signed law blocks federal funding for health care providers like Planned Parenthood, further tightening the screws on reproductive freedom and bodily autonomy[4].

Canada

- Trump’s threat of 35% tariffs on Canadian imports has thrown trade talks into chaos, sparking outrage north of the border. Meanwhile, wildfires continue to ravage Western Canada, forcing evacuations and exposing the climate crisis that policymakers prefer to ignore[5][6][7].

- In Quebec, four men—including two active military members—face terrorism charges for plotting to form an anti-government militia and seize land[5].

Europe and the Middle East

- The European Union condemned the deaths of dozens of Palestinians near aid sites in Gaza, as Israel’s military actions continue to draw international outrage. The EU brokered a deal to allow more food and fuel into the besieged territory.  The humanitarian disaster persists[6][7].

- Kurdish PKK fighters in northern Iraq symbolically burned their weapons, signaling a possible end to decades of armed struggle against Turkey. The move, hailed by some as a step toward peace, is a reminder that even the most entrenched conflicts can shift when people reclaim their agency[1][6][7].

Asia and Beyond

- The United Nations warns of a breaking point in Bangladesh, where more than a million Rohingya refugees live in dire conditions after fleeing violence in Myanmar. The Canadian government has labeled the crackdown on the Rohingya a genocide, but international action remains tepid[6].

- In Iran, reports emerged of 100 transgender prisoners missing and presumed dead after an Israeli bombing of Evin prison—a grim testament to the intersection of war, repression, and queerphobia[8].

Latin America

- Guatemala was rocked by a deadly earthquake, causing widespread destruction and further straining a country already battered by inequality and state neglect[9]. 

[1] https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/july-11-2025-pbs-news-hour-full-episode

[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojHp76iMO7w

[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRBA3h_oqO4

[4] https://www.usnews.com/news

[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUeuXnT4an0

[6] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gjyw707iwQ

[7] https://globalnews.ca/video/11281107/global-news-morning-headlines-wednesday-july-9-2025/

[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grKluQ1f_OQ

[9] https://globalnews.ca/video/11282862/global-news-morning-headlines-thursday-july-10-2025/

[10] https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/july-10-2025-pbs-news-hour-full-episode

[11] https://www.whitehouse.gov/news/

[12] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYRCaNn_tao

[13] https://www.democracynow.org/2025/7/7/headlines

[14] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRx0FJiEkGI

[15] https://news.un.org/en/

[16] https://globalnews.ca/video/11284841/global-news-morning-headlines-friday-july-11-2025

[17] https://www.state.gov/briefings/department-press-briefing-july-8-2025/

[18] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8ZFyKiuoYw

[19] https://globalnews.ca

[20] https://globalnews.ca/video/11284808/global-news-morning-july-11-2025

Comments

Post a Comment

These comments are being moderated. We fully comply with all law enforcement agencies and strongly encourage users to keep comments thoughtful and encouraging. Our viewership includes readers of all ages and backgrounds, and we want to keep everyone feeling included. We want comments to remain appropriate for all age groups and inoffensive.
Your comment is public and by submitting your comment here, you acknowledge that your comment becomes part of the public domain. Do not share any private, restricted, or personal information about anyone. Do share warm vibes, optimistic outlooks, praise for our staff, gratitude for the day, and just general optimism.
Our staff is smol and we spend a lot of time curating or creating content, so we don't have as much time for moderation as we would like. If you believe we have overlooked something, please contact our offices via the main page AkashicSTREAM.com

Popular posts from this blog

What's Happening in Yorktown?

Yorktown, VA is buzzing with excitement this spring and gearing up for a summer full of fun, family-friendly events—many of which are low or no cost, perfect for families with elementary school kids looking to make memories without breaking the bank! Historic Yorktown is celebrating some major milestones this year, including the 20th Anniversary of Riverwalk Landing and the 250th Anniversary of Lord Dunmore’s Virginia Campaign. These celebrations bring a lively mix of festivals, outdoor concerts, historic reenactments, and more to the waterfront and town center[1][4]. Family Fun and Freebies in June June is shaping up to be an especially fun month for families, with plenty of free or low-cost events that are perfect for elementary school kids: Yorktown Workboat Races (Sunday, June 1, Noon–4 p.m.): Watch colorful workboats race along the Yorktown Waterfront. It’s an exciting and free event that kids love to watch, with plenty of space to picnic and enjoy the river views[4]. 250th Anniv...
Read more

Porsche Taycan Sets Off to Break Multiple World Records

Image
By G. M. Saad Image Source:  Splitshire https://www.splitshire.com/category/automotive/ The all-electric production car broke multiple records including lap times, endurance records, drift records, and enclosed building records during the last few months. The Porsche Taycan models have participated and achieved multiple feats, endurance, and lap records, and are currently the first-ever electric sports car to boast these performance figures. Although being dedicated to luxury and interior quality, its performance rivals the biggest competitor Tesla. Longest EV Drift Record Porsche captivated the world by breaking the Guinness record of having the longest drift record in an electric car with its 2021 Taycan RWD model. The perk of being rear-wheel drive, its perfect for sideways action, and Porsche achieved a blistering 42.171 km drifting distance within 55 minutes of continuous drifting. The drift record run took place in Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) Hockenheimring, which has a c...
Read more

The iPhone 13 Lineup Finally Rumors to Have a Completely Portless Design Along with Loads of Changes

Image
By G. M. Saad Image by StockSnap from Pixabay Multiple leaks and rumors confirming the iPhone to finally launch at least one model without any physical port for the first time, with tons of new tweaks to gaze within. Various trusted sources provided extensive renderings and possibilities for the oncoming Apple iPhone 13 series including a portless design, hardware, and sensor improvements, as well as some cutting-edge build quality improvements that are completely new in the smartphone world as of now. The iPhone 13 lineup goes all the way towards the best technologies, some even unheard of in the smartphone world. The portless design will come in favor of the MagSafe feature Apple has been working on to completely remove the need for a charging port. Headphone ports were long gone, another initiative from Apple itself that various other brands mocked yet utilized themselves later on. The tradition might be repeated as Apple took some major decisions that may be hard to digest but is ...
Read more