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'Make Iran Great Again': Exiled son of Iran's last shah courts Trump's backing

Iran's Former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi Has Lived in Exile for Nearly 50 Years. In 1979, Millions of Iranians Took to the Streets and Forced the Former Shah, His Father, From Power. 'People Are Calling on Me to Step in and Lead This Transition,' He Said in an Interview on Fox News. 'I Will Be Back Soon'

Haaretz - World - 28 minutes ago

Trump thought he was outsmarting China, but it became a $1.8 trillion fail

A tsunami of Chinese exports to the rest of the world has blunted Donald Trump’s attack on the world’s second-largest economy.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Iran's brutal crackdown, Trump greases oil execs for Venezuela & Indonesia's onion repeal

Can the economy-driven protests in Iran bring down the regime? Plus, the Venezuelan oil games continue as President Trump declares his global power answers to just one thing (hint: it’s not the UN or God), and why illegal importers are dicing with danger in Indonesia.

SBS - World - 1 hour ago

Trump says Iran has 'no plan' to execute protesters -- The US president does not rule out military action in Iran, as Tehran temporarily shuts its airspace to nearly all flights.

The US president does not rule out military action in Iran, as Tehran temporarily shuts its airspace to nearly all flights.

BBC News - World - 1 hour ago

Trump administration reverses cuts to mental health, substance abuse programs

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration on Tuesday night canceled some 2,000 grants representing nearly $2 billion in funding, according to an administration official with knowledge of the cuts who was not authorized to discuss them publicly.

Chicago Sun-Times - Sports - 2 hours ago

Venezuela's Rodriguez vows release of more prisoners, holds call with Trump

Trump showers acting Venezuelan president with praise after first phone call since US abduction of President Maduro.

Aljazeera - World - 3 hours ago

Trump on Iran, Renee Good, Jerome Powell and his own morality -- Here are the major takeaways from President Trump's interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil on Iran, Renee Good, the Federal Reserve and more. -- Jan 13

Here are the major takeaways from President Trump's interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil on Iran, Renee Good, the Federal Reserve and more.

CBS News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Senate Republicans kill war powers effort -- Republicans in the Senate killed a resolution on Wednesday that would have put limits on President Trump's ability to take action in Venezuela. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more details.

Republicans in the Senate killed a resolution on Wednesday that would have put limits on President Trump's ability to take action in Venezuela. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more details.

CBS News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Trump: Iran killings 'stopped', no plan for hanging -- m read

Iran Human Rights said security forces had killed at least 3,428 protesters, more than 10,000 arrested

Gulf News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Why is Trump considering war with Iran? | About That

The Trump administration is weighing military intervention in Iran as the regime continues its bloody crackdown on protesters across the country. Andrew Chang explains why some experts believe the U.S. may try to exploit a window of opportunity to strike an already vulnerable Iran. Images provided by The Canadian Press, Reuters and Getty Images

CBC News - World - 5 hours ago

As Trump Threatens Iran Strikes, Netanyahu Sees Golden Opportunity

For Netanyahu, toppling Iran would be "a jewel in his crown," a former Israeli diplomat told Newsweek.

Newsweek - World - 5 hours ago

Republicans Ripped For Flipping on Trump War Powers Effort

The controversy centers on President Trump's approach toward Venezuela and broader executive power.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Trump updates: Danish FM says Denmark, US still 'differ' over Greenland

These are the updates for Wednesday, January 14, 2026 as ministers from Denmark and Greenland visit top US leaders.

Aljazeera - US News - 6 hours ago

Trump threatens to cut off funds to 'sanctuary' cities and their states starting next month

Courts shut down two previous efforts by Trump to halt some funding for so-called sanctuary jurisdictions.

NBC News - Politics - 6 hours ago

Iran broadcasts death threat against Trump: 'This time it will not miss the target'

Iran issued a threat against President Donald Trump’s life by broadcasting a sign with a picture of the president during the 2024 Butler, Pennsylvania, assassination attempt with the words, “This time it will not miss the target.”

One America News Network - US News - 7 hours ago

Trump imposes 25% tariff on imports of some advanced computing chips

Proclamation is part of a broader effort to create incentives for chipmakers ⁠to produce more semiconductors in the U.S.

The Globe and Mail - Business - 7 hours ago

Trump says 'other side' has claimed it has stopped killing Iranian protestors — but prez not ruling out military strikes

"We've been told that the killing in Iran is stopping. It's stopped. It's stopping, and there's no plan for executions," Trump said in the Oval Office.

New York Post - Politics - 7 hours ago

Iran protests updates: Trump appears to soften rhetoric after Iran threats

These were the developments on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Trump and RFK Jr. May Usher in a Blue Tsunami | Opinion

Vaccines could be an issue that helps Democrats with their midterm hopes.

Newsweek - Opinion - 7 hours ago

Trump says Iran killings stopped as US scales back Qatar base

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Wednesday (Jan 14) he had been told the killings of protesters in Iran had been halted, even as Washington moved to reduce its footprint at a major US military base in Qatar amid mounting pressure in its standoff with Tehran.Speaking at the White House, Trump said he

Channel NewsAsia - World - 7 hours ago

Why Trump wants Greenland for his new Golden Dome

President Trump has vehemently doubled down on the United States’ bid to take control of Greenland, claiming that the world’s largest island was “vital” for the US’ new Golden Dome defense...

New York Post - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Iran issues assassination threat against Trump

It marks Tehran’s most direct threat yet against Trump, following his repeated threats that the US will strike the country if it continues its brutal crackdown on anti-government protesters.

New York Post - World - 8 hours ago

Gavin Newsom Sums Up Trump's Middle Finger Meltdown In 3 Words

The California governor did not hold back after Trump was seen dropping an F-bomb at a Michigan autoworker.

Huffington Post - Politics - 8 hours ago

US withdraws some forces from Middle East as Trump weighs Iran strikes

The Pentagon has begun withdrawing some US troops and assets from a key base in Qatar as a precautionary measure while President Trump weighs whether to take military action against Iran, officials said Wednesday.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump administration to suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 countries

US State Department says freeze will affect citizens of Somalia, Haiti, Iran and Eritrea, among other countries.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump administration expands immigrant visa ban to 75 countries

The move is not retroactive for current visa holders

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

From Iran to Venezuela, Trump toys with 'in-and-out' military options

By not committing troops or state-building, the US leader is able to maximise how he deploys the US military

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

'Trump has wish to conquer Greenland,' says Danish foreign minister after White House meeting

A meeting on Wednesday between top US officials and the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland appeared to do little to quell US president Donald Trump...

Independent.ie - World - 9 hours ago

More top Wall Street bankers blast Trump's proposal to cap interest on credit card payments

President Trump's announcement blindsided the industry, sending banking shares tumbling across Wall Street this past week.

New York Post - Business - 9 hours ago

Trump administration clears way for Nvidia H200 sales to China, 25% surcharge

The H200's performance has been exceeded by two generations of Nvidia chips currently in production, the Blackwell and Rubin.

CNBC - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Oil prices fall after Trump signals he could hold off on attacking Iran

Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that "we've been told that the killing in Iran is stopping. It's stopped. It's stopping, and there's no plan for executions."

CNBC - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Former NFL star's wife takes on Democrat in Trump-flipped district as GOP targets seat

Attorney and Penn State athlete Tiffany Burress contrasts private sector experience with Rep. Pou's 50-year government career in North Jersey House race.

Fox News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Trump Signs Order Targeting Critical Mineral Supply Chain

A new executive order by President Donald Trump attempts to further strengthen America’s supply chains for critical minerals.

Epoch Times - Business - 9 hours ago

Trump FBI's Search of Reporter's Home Alarms Journalists

On Wednesday, the FBI seized devices from a Washington Post reporter, sparking widespread worry about government tactics against the press.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Golden Globes Host Nikki Glaser Scrapped Anti-ICE, Trump Jokes Because Politics Is 'Not Funny' Right Now

Golden Globes Host Nikki Glaser says she decided to dump her planned jokes about immigration and Donald Trump because politics isn't funny.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 10 hours ago

'Fundamental disagreement' remains with Trump over Greenland after high-level talks

A top Danish official said Wednesday that a "fundamental disagreement" over Greenland remains with U.S. President Donald Trump after highly anticipated talks in Washington with U.S. Vice-President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

CBC News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Sen. Slotkin is under investigation by the Trump administration for Democrats' video to troops

Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin, a former CIA analyst, said in a video statement released Wednesday that prosecutors were investigating her over a video with other Democrats urging military service members to resist 'illegal orders.'

Los Angeles Times - US News - 11 hours ago

Germany, Other NATO Allies Sending Troops to Greenland Amid Trump Threats

Trump said Wednesday that anything less than U.S. control of Greenland would be "unacceptable" in a warning to NATO allies.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser reveals why she cut Trump joke written by Steve Martin

Glaser said several jokes aimed at Trump were also scrapped, including one about his decision to add his name to the Kennedy Center.

New York Post - Entertainment - 11 hours ago

Trump Administration Reportedly Slashes $2 Billion in Mental Health and Addiction Funding

Experts say these reported cuts to federal grants will exacerbate the U.S.’s addiction crisis

Scientific American - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Gaza is entering second phase of Trump's ceasefire plan, Witkoff says

Under the first phase of the three-phase deal, Hamas released all but one hostage it was holding in exchange for hundreds of Palestinians who were held in Israeli prisons.

Euronews - World - 12 hours ago

EU Parliament condemns Trump's Greenland claims

Leaders of the European Parliament on Wednesday urged the EU executive and member states to provide “concrete and tangible support” to Greenland and...

Daily Sabah - World - 12 hours ago

Trump Forgot All About The $2,000 Tariff Checks He Promised -- He asked "When did I do that?" when asked about his pledge. Then he gave a new estimated check timeline of "sometime" this year.

He asked “When did I do that?” when asked about his pledge. Then he gave a new estimated check timeline of “sometime” this year.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Trump Tells New CBS Evening News Anchor Tony Dokoupil He 'Wouldn't Have This Job Right Now' if Kamala Harris Was President

Tony Dokoupil landed his first interview with President Donald Trump after less than two weeks on the job as the new anchor of 'CBS Evening News'

People - Entertainment - 12 hours ago

Map Shows Countries Where US Visa Processing Frozen By Trump Administration

The U.S. Department of State said it was putting America first with the pause.

Newsweek - US News - 12 hours ago

US evacuates personnel from Qatar military base as Trump threatens Iran

US president issues threat against regime as reported death toll from the crisis surges past 2,700

Irish Times - World - 12 hours ago

Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like? -- Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.

Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.

CBS News - Politics - 12 hours ago

China's trade surplus surges 20% to a record $1.2 trillion, even with Trump's tariffs

HONG KONG — China’s trade surplus surged to a record of almost $1.2 trillion in 2025, the government said Wednesday, as exports to other countries made up for slowing shipments to the U.S. under Presi

The Columbian - Business - 13 hours ago

Wall Street warns Trump: Fed attacks and credit card cap threaten economic stability

Wall Street's relationship with the Trump administration is souring

Los Angeles Times - World - 13 hours ago

From Venezuela to Iran, Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine' is a push to control the world's oil

Across three continents, Washington is deepening a long-standing imperial project that places control of global energy at the centre of its expanding wars and regime change efforts

Middle East Eye - US News - 13 hours ago

Why the stock market keeps shrugging as Trump sows more political chaos

The market rebounded back to all-time highs Monday despite the probe.

CNBC - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

U.S. Supreme Court does not rule on legality of Trump's tariffs

Tariff challenge marks ​a major test of presidential powers and has implications for the global economy

The Globe and Mail - Business - 15 hours ago

"Big Problem," Trump Alarmed as Greenland Sides with Denmark Before Key US Meet | Firstpost America

Greenland has drawn a firm line as high-stakes talks begin in Washington. Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen says the Arctic island will not be owned or governed by the United States. Standing firmly with Denmark, Greenland has chosen NATO and the EU over mounting US pressure. Tensions are rising as US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepare to meet Danish and Greenlandic officials at the White House.

First Post - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Greenland, Denmark officials to meet Rubio and Vance at White House as Trump reasserts demand

US President Donald Trump has reasserted his demand for control of Greenland, ahead of talks on the territory in Washington today. He said NATO would be far more formidable if Greenland was under American control and warned that the territory could fall into the hands of Russia or China, if Washington doesn't get its w

Channel NewsAsia - World - 15 hours ago

Trump vs the Fed: What does it mean for global trade and Ireland?

Inside Business podcast with Ciarán Hancock

Irish Times - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Sen. Slotkin Is Being Investigated by the Trump Administration for Democrats' Video to Troops

Michigan Sen_ Elissa Slotkin has been notified that the Trump administration is investigating her after she organized and appeared in a video with other Democrats urging military service members to resist “illegal orders.”

Military.com - US News - 16 hours ago

Trump Wants to Make 'Disrespect' Grounds for ICE Violence -- The administration's combative and remorseless reaction to Renee Good's killing is meant to excite the MAGA base and put protesters on notice.

The administration’s combative and remorseless reaction to Renee Good’s killing is meant to excite the MAGA base and put protesters on notice.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

China Fumes at Trump's Iran Tariffs After Losing Access to Venezuelan Oil

The Chinese Foreign Ministry and the Communist Party's state media arms railed against President Donald Trump's tariffs on trade with Iran.

Breitbart - World - 16 hours ago

Trump administration 'to unveil' US-led Palestinian committee to run Gaza

Hamas reportedly approves committee to take over governance of Gaza

Middle East Eye - World - 18 hours ago

World News -- Iran death toll jumps again as Donald Trump cancels meetings with Iranian officials

The death toll from nationwide protests in Iran has surpassed 2,500 as US President Donald Trump said he has cancelled talks with Iranian officials amid a ...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Trump admin reveals fate of multiple Americans detained in Venezuela

“We welcome the release of detained Americans in Venezuela,” the State Department said. “This is an important step in the right direction by the interim authorities.”

New York Post - World - 18 hours ago

Trump is sinking America

Jobs and factories have not come "roaring back," as the president promised. Actually, job growth is slowing, and manufacturing declined in 2025. When it comes to foreign affairs, going after Venezuela diminishes the U.S.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 18 hours ago

Keir Starmer expected to accept place on Trump's board to run Gaza

Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair was previously considered for the board, but was denied full membership following objections from Middle Eastern state leaders

Evening Standard - World - 19 hours ago

Hiltzik: Trump is demanding a 10% cap on credit card interest. Here's why that's a lousy idea

Trump's demand to cap credit card rates at 10% is a crowd-pleaser, but might cause more problems than it solves.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 19 hours ago

Trump tests China trade war truce with threat of Iran sanctions

Tehran has long been a key regional ally for Beijing, but limits of friendship were exposed when U.S. and Israel bombed Iran’s nuclear program

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Videos seem to contradict assertions of Trump and Noem in killing of Renee Good [letter]

Renee Nicole Good is dead. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Jonathan Ross shot her in the face. No one can dispute this.

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Trump threatens Iran with 'very strong action'

In an interview with CBS News, the US president has vowed to take "very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters. It comes as the Hengaw human rights group reported that a 26-year-old protester is due to be executed in Iran.

Sky News - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Jerome Powell said he believed the investigation was due to Donald Trump's anger over the Fed's refusal to cut interest rates.

Jerome Powell said he believed the investigation was due to Donald Trump's anger over the Fed's refusal to cut interest rates.

BBC News - Business - 21 hours ago

Trump's Iran endgame: What 'winning' could look like

The US president says he wants to "win" in Iran. As rhetoric escalates, experts question what that means — and whether military action looms.

SBS - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.

Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.

BBC News - Business - 23 hours ago

After Venezuela, Trump is gassed up on 'winning' – he will probably decide he must act in Iran

But compare the way Donald Trump views protesters at home with those in Iran and it’s clear few principles are guiding his approach, even as he calls for Iranians to risk their lives.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 23 hours ago

China reports record $1.2 trillion trade surplus, defying Trump's tariffs

As U.S. imports from China have declined amid the two countries’ trade war, China has sent more exports to Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America and elsewhere.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Mark Brnovich, Arizona attorney general during Trump's push to find 2020 election fraud, has died

Brnovich died after having a heart attack Monday, Katie Conner, a representative of the family, said Tuesday.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Iran's Most Powerful Ally Warns Trump of 'Dire Consequences' if US Strikes

"We have prepared ourselves in every way for the coming battle," a Houthi movement source told Newsweek.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Reza Pahlavi Meets With Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff Amid Escalating Iran Unrest

U.S. special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff met with Iran's exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, as protests intensify within the country.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Trump pressures Iran with tariffs that could raise prices in the US

President Donald Trump has once again drawn his go-to diplomatic weapon — tariffs — to coerce the Iranian government to end its bloody crackdown on nationwide protests. Trump said he

Lancaster Online - Business - 1 day ago

A major development in Trump's Fed feud is set to happen next week in the Supreme Court

Supreme Court arguments on Jan. 21 will likely be the next big development for the central bank's quest to maintain independence.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

Wall Street Journal Refuses to Correct False Report That Vance and Rubio Are Deterring Trump from Striking Iran

The Wall Street Journal refused to correct its reporting that President Donald Trump’s top foreign policy lieutenants are steering him away from striking Iran, leading to prominent conservative calls to boycott the paper. | Politics The Wall Street Journal refused to correct its reporting that President Donald Trump’s top foreign policy lieutenants are steering him away from striking Iran, leading to prominent conservative calls to boycott the paper.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Trump: Big Tech Must 'Pay Their Own Way,' Protect Consumers from Rising Energy Costs Caused by AI Data Centers

President Donald Trump announced on Monday that Microsoft will introduce significant changes to prevent American consumers from facing increased utility bills resulting from the company's data center construction for AI operations. The President wrote that tech giants must "pay their own way" to power their data centers.

Breitbart - Technology - 1 day ago

World's central bankers express 'full solidarity' with Fed Chair Powell in clash with Trump

Central bankers from around the world have expressed full support for U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 day ago

Meta names Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman -- Facebook owner Meta has named Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration adviser and longtime finance executive, as its new president and vice chairman. -- Jan 12

Facebook owner Meta has named Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration adviser and longtime finance executive, as its new president and vice chairman.

CBS News - Technology - 1 day ago

The Trump administration is targeting ultra-processed foods. A Penn researcher explains why that might be complicated

On the same day President Donald Trump’s administration targeted ultra-processed foods in its new federal nutrition guidelines, Penn researcher Alyssa Moran published an academic journal article expla

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Why Is Trump So Determined to Completely Break America's Economy? -- Alex Kirshner

The president’s feud with the Fed chair has crossed a dangerous line—and it could unravel America’s economy.

Slate - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Greenland's PM has a blunt message for Trump: 'We choose Denmark' over the U.S.

U.S., Danish and Greenlandic officials are set to hold crunch talks at the White House on Wednesday.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

Trump's feud with US Fed chair Powell rattles investors

Trump's fight with Federal Reserve Chair Powell just took a new twist — sending stocks and the dollar lower and lifting gold. DW looks into whether a new criminal investigation could put the Fed's independence at risk.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 1 day ago

Trump Says He's Canceled Meetings With Iran, Tells Protesters That Help Is Coming

The president also told protesters in the country to keep demonstrating.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump to lead largest ever US delegation to Davos

European and Chinese leaders will also be in attendance, with reports that a reconstruction deal for Ukraine may be agreed with the US during the week.

Sky News - Business - 1 day ago

Trump Orders Americans to Leave Iran as Security Raids Blackout Homes Nationwide

Trump orders Americans to leave Iran as security raids and internet blackout deepen nationwide unrest.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Meta Slashes Metaverse Jobs and Names Ex-Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick President

Meta has appointed former Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick its new president and vice chairman as the social media titan faces apparent leadership overhaul geared towards AI infrastructure

International Business Times - Technology - 1 day ago

US Lawmakers to Travel to Denmark Amid Trump's Greenland Comments

Trump says U.S. possession of the world’s largest island is essential to secure the Arctic amid growing threats from Beijing and Moscow.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Trump has three strike options that would aid the protesters and devastate Iran

Military options against Iran include strikes on ballistic missile sites and Shahed drone factories as Trump warns of hitting "levels never seen before" if U.S. troops attacked.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Trump Finally Found the One Thing That Could Cause Senate Republicans to Grow a Spine -- Jim Newell

Trump wants to exert control over the central bank. That's a terrible idea.

Slate - Politics - 1 day ago

BBC seeks dismissal of Trump's $10bn defamation lawsuit

The British Broadcasting Corporation BBC, seeks dismissal of $10bn Trump lawsuit over Panorama edited clips.The broadcaster’s submission calls on the Florida court to throw out the...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

BBC seeks to have Trump's $10 billion lawsuit dismissed

The broadcaster argued that the president could not prove damages because he was re-elected after it aired.

NBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Trump risks China trade war truce through Iran tariffs

Sky's Asia correspondent says there are good reasons to expect retaliation from China, Iran's biggest trading partner, if Donald Trump targets that relationship.

Sky News - Business - 1 day ago

Trump's tariff gambit over Iran risks derailing U.S.–China trade deal

President Donald Trump's threat of 25% tariffs on countries doing business with Iran has raised the risk of derailing Washington's fragile trade deal with Beijing.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Behind the stoush: Jerome Powell alleges 'intimidation', as Trump says he's 'not very good'

The long-standing feud between Donald Trump and the head of America's central bank has just escalated — because of renovations.

SBS - Politics - 2 days ago

Trump announces new tariff on countries trading with Iran as number killed in protests rises

The new tariff comes as more than 646 people are believed to have been killed in Iran during a crackdown on protests.

Sky News - Business - 2 days ago

Trump Says Microsoft Will Make Changes to Address Data Centers Pushing up Electricity Bills

The president said tech companies building data centers must ‘pay their own way’ and not push up power costs for Americans.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Trump has big hopes for Greenland – Australia just gave him a reality check

The actions of two Australian mining companies reveal the barriers to any Arctic mining boom, despite White House talk of extracting critical minerals.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Trump says Microsoft will ensure consumers don't pay for power used in AI buildout

President Trump said in a social media post that Microsoft will "make major changes beginning this week" to make sure Americans don't see rising energy costs.

CNBC - Technology - 2 days ago

Threats to Fed chair put Trump on path of 'tin-pot dictators': economist

Economist Justin Wolfers says beyond the White House, 'there's not a person alive' who sees the threat of criminal charges against U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell as anything but an attempt to 'bully' him over interest rates. Wolfers compares the tactic to Turkey, where he says 'a populalist strongman with his own idiosyncratic ideas about economics undermined the independence of the Turkish central bank' — and sent inflation soaring.

CBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

Letters to the Editor, January 13th: On not speaking up for Iran, Trump's world and a dog's dinner

I think the protesters (and women in particular) are incredibly brave

Irish Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

George Clooney speaks French at Golden Globes after Trump mocked him

George Clooney spoke French at the Golden Globes after gaining French citizenship, prompting speculation about a subtle response to Trump's comments.

Fox News - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Trump announces 'final' 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran regime

President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on all trade with countries that continue doing business with Iran, calling the order "final and conclusive" in a Truth Social post.

Fox News - World - 2 days ago

Defiant independence from the Federal Reserve catches Trump off guard

Powell was responding to grand jury subpoenas delivered to the Federal Reserve related to his congressional testimony regarding construction work at the Fed headquarters.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

Trump says any country doing business with Iran will face 25% U.S. tariff

Trump's tariff post targeting Iran comes as the oil-rich country struggles to suppress an ongoing swell of massive anti-government protests.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Republicans Squirm as Trump DOJ's Investigates Fed Chair

Prominent Republican lawmakers criticized the Justice Department's move to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 2 days ago

Former Fed chairs, Treasury secretaries defend Jerome Powell amid Trump DOJ's criminal probe

A group of former Federal Reserve chairs and ex-Treasury secretaries from both administrations of both parties is defending Fed Chair Jerome Powell amid the Trump DOJ's investigation.

Fox News - Business - 2 days ago

Trump Ridicules Greenland's Defenses as 'Two Dog Sleds,' Insists U.S. Takeover Is Needed

President Donald Trump argues Greenland’s defensive capability amounts to “two dog sleds,” so the United States must acquire the territory.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Former Federal Reserve leaders slam Trump administration criminal probe of Jerome Powell

U.S. Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell says that the Trump administration had threatened him with a criminal indictment and served grand jury subpoenas over ​congressional testimony he gave last summer regarding a Fed building renovation project.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Venezuela Stalls on Freeing Political Prisoners, a Key Promise to Trump

Venezuela's socialist regime released a new group of 24 political prisoners during the early morning hours of Monday.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

GOP Sen. Thom Tillis vows to block Trump's Fed nominees following Powell probe

Trump will face an important obstacle — from within his own party — as he seeks to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

CNBC - US News - 2 days ago

Trump Signals He Will Likely Keep ExxonMobil Out of Venezuela

‘They had problems in the past because they didn’t have Trump as a president,’ Trump told reporters.

Epoch Times - Business - 2 days ago

Trump faces extraordinary moment in spat with Fed chair -- Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.

Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.

BBC News - US News - 2 days ago

Left seeks martyrs to fuel anti-Trump uprising as ICE enforcement operations ramp up nationwide

Trump administration faces escalating left-wing resistance to ICE's immigration operations as activists seek martyrs to fuel their radical agenda.

Fox News - Opinion - 2 days ago

Has the time come for Greenland to be independent of Trump - and Denmark?

The argument over Greenland is unleashing a force that Donald Trump is yet to quell – and Pele Broberg believes it is strong enough to decide who controls the Arctic territory.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Cuba defiant after Trump says it will receive no more Venezuelan oil or money

U.S. President Donald Trump said Cuba should strike a deal with Washington, ramping up pressure on the longtime U.S. nemesis.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Trump's tariff fight at the Supreme Court could make for a messy refund battle for businesses -- David Lawder -- News

The Supreme Court is expected to issue rulings on Friday but, as is customary, has not said what case or cases will be acted upon. If they strike down Trump's tariffs, the U.S. could have to pay back billions — but companies, trade lawyers and customs brokers don't anticipate the government would make it easy to recoup that cash.

CBC News - Business - 3 days ago

Barabak: Trump can be hard to take. But his tariffs keep this fisherman afloat

James Blanchard, a fourth-generation shrimper, was prepared to hang up his nets because of collapsing prices caused by imports. He's not a fan of Trump's persona, but appreciates his policies.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

Armed Iranian protesters battle police in Tehran streets as Trump warns of forceful US response

Protests in Iran turn more violent with 65 reportedly killed by Friday and over 2,300 arrested as authorities imposed an internet blackout amid nationwide anti-regime unrest.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

In Trump's America, smart robots and AI mask an uncomfortable future

The world’s largest gadget show promised a future in which technology handles everything. Outside the Las Vegas bubble, reality had other plans.

Sydney Morning Herald - Technology - 4 days ago

Trump announces plans to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes

President Donald Trump announced he is moving forward with plans to ban institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes in an effort to improve affordability.

Fox News - Business - 4 days ago

Trump disparages Renee Good, fatally wounded by ICE in Minneapolis, to whitewash shooting

She was portrayed as a "professional agitator" in stark contrast to Ashli Babbitt's hero status. Other letters: Trump and Kennedy don't go together, and a new "Northwest Passage" is a good idea.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Trump has historic chance to help topple Iran's America-hating regime

Iran protests spread across all 31 provinces as President Trump pledges support for Iranian people, warning regime repression could invite intervention. Here's what must happen next.

Fox News - Opinion - 4 days ago

Ukraine war live: Trump says 'Putin is afraid of US but not Europe'

Zelensky had warned Russia was planning a major attack and urged Ukrainians to take cover

Independent UK - World - 4 days ago

Washington National Opera to Exit Kennedy Center After 50 Years Amid Trump-Era Upheaval

A resolution to exit the longtime home of the cultural institution was approved by its board of trustees on Friday.

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 5 days ago

Protests, Poems, and Rage at Trump: America Responds to Renee Nicole Good's Killing

Renee Nicole Good's Killing by an ICE agent in Minneapolis has inspired outrage and tributes from Billie Eilish, Thurston Moore, and others.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 5 days ago

Are critical minerals in Greenland driving Trump's obsession?

Experts warn that Trump could exploit Greenland for its critical mineral resources, which are seen as “essential” for green energy.

Euronews - Environment - 5 days ago

Iran In Digital Darkness As Deadly Protests Surge; Trump Warns Tehran Over Crackdown

Iran's state media echoed the hard-line line, blaming "terrorist agents" from the US and Israel for inciting violence and fires, while reporting casualties without giving independent details.

International Business Times - World - 5 days ago

Trump 'hopes' Xi doesn't attack Taiwan after US raid on Venezuela

President dismisses suggestion his attack on South American adversary could set precedent for Beijing to move against Taiwan

Independent UK - US News - 6 days ago

'Enough is enough': Trump's warning for the world with Russia-linked tanker seizure

The US has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the Atlantic, after tracking it for weeks and calling in the assistance of the UK.

SBS - Politics - 6 days ago

EU leaders condemn Trump's withdrawal from UN climate treaty

The Trump administration's decision to pull out of international environmental structures has drawn sharp criticism from both sides of the Atlantic.

Euronews - Environment - 6 days ago

At home and abroad, Trump challenges anyone to stop him

Whether on foreign or domestic policy, lawmakers have struggled to respond to an administration that moves with unfettered restraint and exceptional speed.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 6 days ago

Why Trump Wants Greenland and How He Can Take It

Trump has revived his threats to seize the island, possibly via force, saying, “One way or the other, we’re going to have Greenland.”

New York Magazine - Politics - 6 days ago

Discomforting moment for Beijing, caught on camera hours before Trump's raid

But it does give China a propaganda win to portray the US as the world’s rogue cop, while positioning itself as alternative global leader.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 7 days ago

Trump Spouts Off A Huge Lie About Childhood Vaccines — And Doctors Say He's 'Entirely Full Of S**t'

"This is a standard manipulation of truth that the anti-vax movement has coined."

Huffington Post - Health - 7 days ago

Venezuela crisis: Five graphs explain why Trump wants the oil

The South American country has a relatively low output, but its vast reserves of high-density crude oil are sought after by American refineries

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Trump treated Venezuela like must-see TV -- Andi Zeisler

It was his latest move in a quest to revive monoculture — in his own image.

Salon - Entertainment - 7 days ago

Venezuela: Trump's $3 billion oil windfall — why it matters

US President Donald Trump has announced an agreement with Venezuela's interim government to transfer millions of barrels of oil to the US. DW explores how the plan could be a blow to China, Russia, Iran and Cuba.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 7 days ago

Analysis -- Barry O'Halloran: You might think it's about drugs and oil – but Trump's Venezuela intervention is based on age-old policy

The US military intervention that toppled Nicolás Maduro was a long time coming. In the week before Christmas, the formidable White House chief of staff Su...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Trump says Venezuelan oil to be shipped to US ports as 'war crime' attack condemned

The new death toll comes after Cuba's government announced that 32 Cuban military and police officers working in Venezuela had been killed.

SBS - Politics - 8 days ago

Why Trump's Venezuela Gambit Doesn't Make Sense

Here’s collected commentary on some of the most befuddling aspects of Trump’s new military misadventure.

New York Magazine - Politics - 8 days ago

Trump administration slashes number of diseases U.S. children will be regularly vaccinated against

Insurance companies will still be required to fully cover all childhood vaccines on the CDC schedule, including those now designated as optional.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 9 days ago

Is Trump Annexing Greenland or Just High on Imperialism?

After the Venezuela attack, Trump breezily threatened Greenland would be next — despite warnings that seizing the island would end NATO.

New York Magazine - Politics - 9 days ago

Did Trump's Venezuela strike breach international law?

The US detention of Venezuela's President Maduro raises concerns over legality and international law

Evening Standard - World - 9 days ago

The Wildest Things Trump Said About the Venezuela Attack

From declaring “Nobody can stop us” to coining the term “Donroe Doctrine,” Trump’s remarks on the attack were staggeringly dumb and brazen.

New York Magazine - Politics - 11 days ago

Trump Cancels Sale of US Chips Business to Chinese Firm Over Security Concerns

Delaware-based HieFo, controlled by a Chinese citizen, has 180 days to divest itself of all semiconductor-related assets acquired in 2024.

Epoch Times - Business - 12 days ago

President Trump Says He Takes 4 Times Recommended Aspirin Dosage

President Donald Trump revealed that he takes four times the daily aspirin dosage that doctors usually recommend.

Inside Edition - US News - 12 days ago

Artists Flee Kennedy Center After Trump Name Change

Numerous artists are canceling their scheduled shows at the storied Washington, D.C., institution in response to its Trumpy rebranding.

New York Magazine - Politics - 15 days ago

More Kennedy Center Performers Pull Out After Trump's Name Change

At least three more events are no longer happening at the Kennedy Center after its board voted to rename the venue the Trump-Kennedy Center.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 16 days ago

Netanyahu Is Destroying Trump's Flimsy Peace Plans

The talk of a new Middle East is belied by Israel’s attacks on Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran.

The Nation - World - 16 days ago

Trump tried to boost polluting fuel in 2025. Experts say it won't work

“Trump’s effort to... harm clean energy just isn’t enough to offset the natural advantages it has,” says one expert.

Euronews - Environment - 21 days ago

The donors, insiders and data behind Trump's marijuana executive order

Trump’s pot executive order follows a yearlong industry push blending lobbying, donations and insider access, opening the door to a Medicare CBD pilot.

CNBC - Health - 23 days ago

Trump revelations told to Vanity Fair are actually rather good news

Susie Wiles gives a more rounded picture of Trump than we’re used to

Evening Standard - Opinion - 26 days ago

How did President Trump transform science in 2025? Audio, 27 minutes -- How did President Trump transform science in 2025?

President Trump continues to shake up science. We look at the impact it’s already having.

BBC News - Science - 27 days ago

Truth Social owner Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion firm TAE Technologies

Combined company will seek to power AI by building a ‘utility-scale fusion power plant’

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 27 days ago

Trump Administration Is Dismantling A World-Class Climate, Weather Research Center

The news about the Colorado-based National Center for Atmospheric Research comes after threats over the continued imprisonment of Tina Peters.

Huffington Post - Science - 28 days ago

Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block -- The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."

The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."

CBS News - Science - 28 days ago

Rob Reiner's Legacy Can't Be Sullied by Trump's Shameful Attacks

The late actor and director leaves behind a roster of classic films—and a much safer and juster California.

The Nation - Entertainment - 29 days ago

Donald Trump Sues BBC for Defamation and Violation of Trade Practices

Donald Trump filed a lawsuit against the BBC, alleging defamation and violation of trade practices.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 29 days ago

Trump says he's 'strongly' considering reclassifying pot via executive order

Pot stocks fell on Monday as investors took profits following a record-setting session.

CNBC - Health - 30 days ago

Is Trump's $686m F-16 upgrade for Pakistan a message to India?

The US has authorised the sale of advanced technology and support for Pakistan's F-16 jets.

Aljazeera - Science - 1 month ago

Trump clears way for sale of powerful Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump says chipmaker will be allowed to export to 'approved customers', in shift away from Washington's export controls.

Aljazeera - Science - 1 month ago

President Donald Trump Hosts Kennedy Center Honors

President Donald Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors Sunday night and had some zingers. Trump's hosting gig was the cherry on top of his Kennedy Center takeover.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

Is President Trump Renaming the Kennedy Center After Himself?

President Donald Trump was the guest of honor at the Kennedy Center Friday where he was presented with a new peace award.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

US senators unveil bill to keep Trump from allowing AI chip sales to China

The bill comes as the Trump gov't mulls greenlighting sales of Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips to China.

Aljazeera - Science - 1 month ago

Trump Stooge Wants To Bring Back Wood Paneled Station Wagons — And, Oh, The Reactions

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy waxed nostalgic on bringing back gas guzzlers, but social media didn't share his sentiment.

Huffington Post - Environment - 1 month ago

President Trump's Bruised Hand Covered With Band-Aids

President Donald Trump had two large band-aids on the back of his right hand at Tuesday's cabinet meeting and again later at an event in the Oval Office.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

G20 still 'really important' despite Donald Trump's absence, says Starmer

The prime minister's trip to South Africa is the 45th country he has visited since taking office.

Sky News - Politics - 1 month ago

'He was a great man,' says wife of murdered journalist - after Trump derides him in Oval Office

Responding to Donald Trump's remarks in defence of Mohammed bin Salman, where he derided Jamal Khashoggi as "extremely controversial", Mr Khashoggi's wife told Sky News she was "disappointed" to hear the president's description.

Sky News - World - 1 month ago

Pressure Mounts On President Trump To Release Epstein Files

Ally of President Donald Trump Megyn Kelly called on the president to release the Epstein files.

Inside Edition - Politics - 2 months ago

Rage over a lost penny -- The president wanted to look bold by eliminating the penny. But shouldn't the administration have planned ahead for the consequences?

The president wanted to look bold by eliminating the penny. But shouldn’t the administration have planned ahead for the consequences?

Boston Globe - Opinion - 2 months ago

Weight loss drug shares down after Trump promises Ozempic price cut

The comment from Trump has investors worried about a worst-case scenario for the obesity landscape

Independent UK - Health - 2 months ago

The great betrayal: Why Arab and Muslim rulers backed Trump's Gaza plan

Regional leaders have responded to the bravery and steadfastness that Gaza's Palestinians have shown with fear, cowardice and self-interest

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Two-thirds of Americans back Trump's $1,000 baby savings plan proposal, new survey finds

A BlackRock survey shows nearly two-thirds of Americans support Trump accounts, a new savings program giving newborns $1,000 to invest in stock markets.

Fox News - Business - 3 months ago

Pokemon pushes back against ICE deportation video - joining list riled by Trump administration

Multiple artists and brands have publicly spoken out after their images, songs and voices were used in government or political videos during Trump's campaign and presidency. Here are some of the most notable cases.

Sky News - Weird - 3 months ago

Netanyahu notified Trump 50 minutes before Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha, US president 'didn't say no': Report - 39 minutes ago

Israeli officials say Netanyahu informed Trump about the strike on Hamas leaders in Doha nearly an hour before it happened, but US officials deny prior knowledge, highlighting tensions between Washington and Tel Aviv

First Post - World - 3 months ago

US, China reach TikTok framework deal, Trump teases Friday call with Xi

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said that the Donald Trump administration has reached a framework agreement regarding TikTok.

First Post - World - 3 months ago

'India is coming to table': Trump's aide Peter Navarro ahead of India-US trade talks

Ahead of India-US trade talks, US President Donald Trump’s adviser, Peter Navarro, has struck a triumphant tone and said ‘India is coming to the table’.

First Post - World - 3 months ago

Trump administration's war on public schools comes to Detroit with unpublicized education chief visit

Linda McMahon, an outspoken supporter of charter schools and civil rights rollbacks, is visiting Renaissance High School

Detroit Metro Times - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Most undocumented immigrants arrested by ICE in Michigan under Trump had no criminal convictions

Arrests of Michigan immigrants without convictions are rising faster than those with criminal histories, records show

Detroit Metro Times - US News - 4 months ago

Trump Says America's Oil Industry Is Cleaner Than Other Countries'. New Data Shows Massive Emissions From Texas Wells.

The oil industry touts Texas as a success story in controlling climate-warming methane emissions. The state’s regulator, however, grants nearly every request to burn or vent gas into the atmosphere.

ProPublica - Environment - 4 months ago

Global markets down after Trump Fed firing, tariff threats

Hong Kong: Global stocks retreated on Tuesday after a series of market rattling announcements by US President Donald Trump, including an unusual move...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Top Democrat on Oversight Committee Demands Trump Administration Account for Wildland Firefighter Vacancies

The request follows ProPublica reporting that DOGE cuts and voluntary resignations left thousands of vacant jobs at the Forest Service, severely hampering its ability to fight wildfires.

ProPublica - Environment - 5 months ago

Trump Administration Looking to Slash Environmental Protection Rules for Rocket Launches

A draft executive order viewed by ProPublica directs the secretary of transportation to “use all available authorities to eliminate or expedite” environmental reviews for launch licenses — a change Elon Musk’s SpaceX and others have long sought.

ProPublica - Environment - 5 months ago

Trump's First EPA Promised to Crack Down on Forever Chemicals. His Second EPA Is Pulling Back.

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin claims to prioritize combatting long-lasting chemicals called PFAS. Despite this, the agency has delayed enforcement of standards and terminated over $15 million in funding for “forever chemicals” research.

ProPublica - Environment - 6 months ago

Federal judge rejects Trump admin's move to monitor border financial transactions

A federal judge granted relief to two Texas border businesses from the Trump administration's policy meant to curb money laundering by cartel members.

Fox News - Business - 6 months ago

Trump Administration Abandons Deal With Northwest Tribes to Restore Salmon

The Trump administration canceled a deal, signed under President Joe Biden, that would have enabled the removal of four hydroelectric dams along the Columbia River that are considered harmful to salmon.

ProPublica - Environment - 7 months ago

EPA Drops Legal Case Against the GEO Group, a Major Trump Donor, Over Its Misuse of Harmful Disinfectant in an ICE Facility

A complaint filed under the Biden administration alleged that on more than 1,000 occasions in 2022 and 2023, the GEO Group had its employees use the disinfectant, which causes irreversible eye damage and skin burns, without proper protection.

ProPublica - Environment - 7 months ago

Another Ominous Sign for the Trump–60 Minutes Lawsuit

Wendy McMahon stepped down as head of CBS News amid speculation that Paramount will cave to the president’s demands.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 7 months ago

5 Big Questions About Trump's Plan to Lower Drug Prices

Trump’s new executive order doesn’t look very promising.

New York Magazine - Business - 8 months ago

Who pays the price? The ripple effect of Trump's tariffs

With tariffs taking center stage in the Trump administration, experts warn that industries dependent on cross-border trade will feel the biggest impact. Stephanie Martinez explains.

Voice of America - Top Stories - 10 months ago

ProPublica's Coverage of Donald Trump's Appointments — and How They Could Reshape Federal Agencies

President Trump’s nominees for key positions have a history of pushing back against the work of the departments and agencies they’ve been chosen to lead.

ProPublica - Politics - 11 months ago

Trump inauguration moved indoors because of frigid temperatures

Washington views every presidential inauguration as different from the previous one, but Monday's inauguration of Donald Trump will really stand out. VOA Senior Washington Correspondent Carolyn Presutti explains. Cameras: Adam Greenbaum, Carolyn Presutti.

Voice of America - Politics - 11 months ago

'I want you to be my agent.' What to know about Trump's ties with Hollywood power player Ari Emanuel

While Hollywood attempts to navigate the new Trump administration, Ari Emanuel appears well positioned to maneuver through the next four years thanks to his longtime close ties to Donald Trump and friends.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 year ago

Trump Media Has Major New Problems

A whistleblower alleges that CEO Devin Nunes is running the struggling Donald Trump–owned company into the ground.

New York Magazine - Business - 1 year ago