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Trump planning to displace half of Gaza population to Libya: Report

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is developing a plan that would displace about half of the 2.2 million people in the besieged Gaza Strip to...

Daily Sabah - World - 44 minutes ago

Ed Conway: How expectation of Trump tariffs boosted UK economy

Those expecting the economy to grow or contract could both be wrong, as domestically and internationally, it's as unpredictable as it has ever been.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Mike Pence Sounds Terror Alert on Trump's 'Free' Plane

The former vice president said it’s a “bad idea” for Trump to accept the aircraft from Qatar.

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

President Donald Trump and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrive at Qasr Al Watan, Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

President Donald Trump has used the first major foreign trip of his second term to outline a vision for restoring global stability that is grounded in pragmatism and self-interest rather than values.

AP News - World - 1 hour ago

Trump Admin Admits Error in Another High-Profile Deportation

ICE incorrectly claimed a man wasn’t afraid of being deported to Mexico before deporting him there.

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

US top court blocks Trump bid to resume Venezuelan deportations

WASHINGTON: The US Supreme Court on Friday blocked a bid by the Trump administration to resume deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members using an obscure wartime law, saying they were not...

International The News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Trump's tariff retreat lights a fire under markets

Despite Donald Trump’s tariff U-turn, US tariffs remain at their highest level since 1934

Irish Times - Business - 3 hours ago

Trump rages at Supreme Court over ruling that blocks Alien Enemies Act deportations: 'Bad and dangerous day'

7-2 decision finds government violated due process for Venezuelans during rushed attempt to deport them

Independent UK - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Trump suggests theory about Comey's '86 47' post, says he did it 'for a reason'

President Trump accused James Comey of issuing a veiled threat in a cryptic social media post, while touting his Middle East economic achievements and slamming President Biden's approach to the Russia-Ukraine war.

Fox News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Trump tariffs: UAE car insurance costs can rise further -- m read

Tariff-hit global supply chains could quietly drive up your coverage costs next year

Gulf News - Business - 7 hours ago

Why Trump's budget faces GOP opposition -- President Trump's domestic policy bill hit a major snag after conservatives blocked it from advancing out of the House Budget Committee. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports and Marc Goldwein joins for analysis.

President Trump's domestic policy bill hit a major snag after conservatives blocked it from advancing out of the House Budget Committee. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports and Marc Goldwein joins for analysis.

CBS News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

CNN Data Chief Spots Exactly How Trump Is Avoiding A 'Political Obituary' In New Polling

Harry Enten said the president may have "some pretty good political instincts" after backing off on one issue.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump's Middle East trip signals a foreign policy overhaul

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s visit to the Middle East made one thing clear that the United States is taking a new approach — a new foreign policy based instead on his famed...

International The News - World - 8 hours ago

A Trump doctrine in foreign policy? He just made it clearer than ever

In one notable speech, on one memorable Mideast trip, we saw the clearest ever expression of what one might call the Trump Doctrine. The art of the deal now trumps ideals in U.S. foreign policy.

CBC News - World - 8 hours ago

Five House Republicans stall Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax bill -- Lawmakers from the president's own party joined all Democrats to reject a key domestic bill, demanding deeper budget cuts.

Lawmakers from the president's own party joined all Democrats to reject a key domestic bill, demanding deeper budget cuts.

BBC News - World - 8 hours ago

Income Tax, Citizenship among nine bills smoothly passed by NA

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly passed the Income Tax Bill, 2024, the Pakistan Citizenship Bill, 2024, the Islamabad Capital Territory Child Marriage Restraint Bill, 2025 Bill and six other bills...

International The News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

DHS Asks for 20,000 National Guard Troops for Immigration Roundups, Pentagon Reviewing Request -- DHS asked for the troops to help carry out President Donald Trump's "mandate from the American people to arrest and deport...

DHS asked for the troops to help carry out President Donald Trump's “mandate from the American people to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens,” department spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin said.

Military.com - US News - 9 hours ago

Illinois: House Approves Bill Mandating 'Stricter Police Hiring Background Checks' Following 2024 Sonya Massey Death

The Illinois House advanced legislation on Thursday mandating more comprehensive background checks prior to the hiring of police officers -- coming less than a year after a Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy fatally shot 36-year-old Sonya Massey, who appeared to be suffering from a mental health crisis at the time.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Fran Drescher has a solution for Donald Trump's 100 % tariff on foreign-made flicks announcement

The SAG-AFTRA president said she's trying to work with Trump on tax abatements for the entertainment biz.

New York Post - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Conservative lawmakers block Trump's tax-cut bill in major setback

A handful of hard-right lawmakers joined all Democrats in voting against a package of tax breaks and spending cuts, insisting on steeper cuts to Medicaid and green energy tax breaks.

Euronews - World - 9 hours ago

Supremes Reject Trump Bid To Resume Quick Deportations Under 18th Century Law

The high court had already called a temporary halt to the deportations from a north Texas detention facility in a middle-of-the-night order issued last month.

Huffington Post - Politics - 9 hours ago

European leaders consult Trump to align response to Russia-Ukraine talks

European leaders speak to US president after Russia-Ukraine talks fail to achieve major breakthrough.

Aljazeera - World - 10 hours ago

How much could you save in taxes if the GOP bill is signed into law? -- The greatest benefits would go to high-income households, while low-income families would see a much more modest boost, analyses show.

The greatest benefits would go to high-income households, while low-income families would see a much more modest boost, analyses show.

CBS News - US News - 10 hours ago

Trump's $400M Qatari jet: Letters to the Editor — May 16, 2025

NY Post readers discuss President Trump’s acceptance of a $400 million jumbo jet from Qatar’s royal family.

New York Post - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Soldiers Will Stay in Federal Buildings During Army Parade on Trump's Birthday

The June 14 military parade, which coincides with Trump's 79th birthday, will include about 6,600 soldiers as well as tanks, armored personnel carriers and aircraft on top of other festivities throughout the week in celebration of the Army's 250th birthday.

Military.com - US News - 11 hours ago

Bill Belichick Opens Up About Relationship with 24-Year-Old on GMA -- Sports

Bill Belichick opened up about his controversial relationship with 24-year-old Jordon Hudson.

Inside Edition - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

House Budget Committee Votes Down Big Beautiful Bill

The House Budget Committee voted down a budget reconciliation bill just after noon Friday in a temporary roadblock for President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill." | Politics

Breitbart - Entertainment - 11 hours ago

Rep. Smucker looks to give Trump's 'one big, beautiful bill' another chance after voting no Friday [update]

After voting in favor of President Donald Trump’s “one big, beautiful bill” Friday morning, U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker changed his vote to oppose the legislation.

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Alien Enemies Act Deportations

The Supreme Court rejected Donald Trump's bid to resume deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, by a 7-2 vote.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 12 hours ago

Supreme Court rules against Trump administration in Alien Enemies Act case

President Donald Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act against Tren de Aragua in mid-March, claiming that the gang is "perpetrating an invasion" into the U.S.

CNBC - Politics - 12 hours ago

Can Trump end birthright citizenship? The US Supreme Court could decide

Al Jazeera’s Joseph Stepansky explains how the US Supreme Court may decide whether birthright citizenship stays or goes.

Aljazeera - US News - 12 hours ago

Trump Has Embarrassing Public Meltdown After Bruce Springsteen Diss

The president's obsessing over another man's skin. Don't worry, everything's totally fine.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Trump's Birthright Citizenship Fight Is Actually Deeply Ironic

It all makes perfect sense — from a certain perspective.

Huffington Post - Politics - 12 hours ago

Five key takeaways from US President Donald Trump's Middle East trip

The president has secured massive investments deals, appeared to snub Israel and scolded US interventionists.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

House Budget Panel Rejects Tax-Cut Bill; New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy Reacts to Transit Strike

House Republicans failed Friday to push their big package of tax breaks and spending cuts through the Budget Committee, as a handful of conservatives joine...

Epoch Times - US News - 13 hours ago

Conservative Republicans block Trump's big tax bill from advancing out of key committee

The hard-right lawmakers are insisting on steeper spending cuts to Medicaid and the Biden-era green energy tax breaks, among other changes.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Politics -- All 137 bills Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed in 2025, and why

Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed 88 bills so far in the 2025 legislative session. Here’s what they were.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Conservatives block Trump's big tax breaks bill in a stunning setback

In a setback, House Republicans failed Friday to push their big package of tax breaks and spending cuts through the Budget Committee, as a handful of conservatives joined all Democrats in a stunning vote against it.

CTV News - World - 13 hours ago

Fiscal hawks block House budget bill despite Trump's unity push

Watch the latest videos from the Washington Examiner, featuring in-depth analysis, commentary, and interviews. Get the latest news & issues affecting America.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Trump Lies That His Bill Cuts Taxes For Everyone, When It Raises Them on the Poor

Donald Trump’s reconciliation bill won’t reduce taxes for all Americans, as the president claims. His bill actually raises taxes on the poor.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 14 hours ago

Zelenskyy speaks with Trump, allies after Russia peace talks broker no ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and world leaders discuss Russia's rejection of a ceasefire. President Donald Trump emphasizes the need for a direct meeting with Putin to resolve the conflict.

Fox News - Politics - 15 hours ago

Trump claims James Comey's '8647' post called for his assassination

Former FBI director facing threats of criminal prosecution for posting ‘86 47’ in seashells

Independent UK - US News - 15 hours ago

Bruce Springsteen says Trump is 'unfit' and 'incompetent' in remarks during U.K. show

Rock megastar Bruce Springsteen has made a series of critical remarks about U.S. President Donald Trump and the policies of his administration, calling the American leader “unfit” for office.

CTV News - Entertainment - 15 hours ago

Trump insults Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift from Air Force One

U.S. President Donald Trump used his down time on Air Force One Friday to insult 'obnoxious JERK' Bruce Springsteen and declare Taylor Swift 'no longer HOT' in social media blasts against the music giants.

CTV News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Trump launches new attack on Taylor Swift calling her 'no longer hot'

Pop superstar landed herself on Trump’s bad side after endorsing Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election

Independent UK - Entertainment - 16 hours ago

House panel votes down Trump's 'big beautiful bill' as he rages against GOP 'grandstanders'

Five Republicans voted against advancing the massive reconciliation measure out of the House Budget Committee, sending it to a 21-16 defeat.

New York Post - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Trump's four-day jamboree of opulent ceremonies, unabashed flattery and petrodollar-fuelled deals

There was little public talk of tariffs or even Gaza during the US president’s Middle East visit, during which all leaders involved got things they wanted

Irish Times - World - 16 hours ago

KIMBERLY ATKINS STOHR -- John Roberts misses the moment -- Where the country needs heat to denounce Trump's attacks on the judiciary, Chief Justice John Roberts only has cold comfort to offer.

Where the country needs heat to denounce Trump’s attacks on the judiciary, Chief Justice John Roberts only has cold comfort to offer.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 16 hours ago

Opulence, business deals and a $400M plane from Qatar: Takeaways from Trump's Mideast tour

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — President Donald Trump used the first major foreign trip of his second term to outline a vision for restoring global stability that is grounded in pragmatism and

The Columbian - Politics - 17 hours ago

After Springsteen calls him "treasonous," Trump criticizes rock star's skin -- Bruce Springsteen, a long-standing and prominent supporter of Democratic presidential candidates, made his remarks at a concert in Manchester, England.

Bruce Springsteen, a long-standing and prominent supporter of Democratic presidential candidates, made his remarks at a concert in Manchester, England.

CBS News - Entertainment - 17 hours ago

Trump Backs Massive Middle East AI Hub to Counter China

President Trump approved a deal for the UAE to build the largest AI campus outside the U.S., boosting ties and limiting China's influence.

Newsweek - World - 17 hours ago

Israel fears military deals overseen by Trump could change Middle East power balance

Binyamin Netanyahu accused of being too ‘passive’ amid ‘tectonic’ shifts in region

Irish Times - World - 18 hours ago

Carney says Canadians 'weren't impressed' by U.K.'s offer of second state visit to Trump -- Peter Zimonjic

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canadians "weren’t impressed" when the U.K. decided to offer U.S. President Donald Trump an unprecedented second state visit while he was threatening Canada’s sovereignty.

CBC News - Politics - 18 hours ago

Publicly defiant, elite universities privately line up to hire lobbyists close to Trump

Five elite universities that have publicly criticized President Donald Trump are paying top-tier MAGA-friendly lobbyists to butter up the White House privately.

Washington Examiner - US News - 19 hours ago

Trump Wraps Up Middle East Trip, Returns to Washington

Trump promoted U.S. business interests and visited key religious landmarks during his Abu Dhabi visit.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Watching Trump from afar, Israel fears being left out of a new Middle East it helped create

For decades, Israel has leveraged its special relationship with the United States to serve as a gatekeeper to Washington.

AP News - World - 19 hours ago

Donald Trump moves from Middle East opulence to spectre of empty supermarket shelves in US

Growing disquiet over tariffs forcing up prices could lead to hard landing for his acceptance of Qatar’s gift of a $400m jet

Irish Times - World - 20 hours ago

Trump says U.S. will set tariff rates for most nations within weeks -- President Trump said his administration "will be sending letters out" in two to three weeks to alert other nations of the tariff rates the U.S. will impose.

President Trump said his administration "will be sending letters out" in two to three weeks to alert other nations of the tariff rates the U.S. will impose.

CBS News - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Ex-FBI director Comey under investigation for 'call to assassinate Trump'

The White House has accused former FBI chief James Comey of calling for Donald Trump’s murder

Russia Today - World - 22 hours ago

the law -- The Trump Administration Is Channeling Dr. Evil -- Elie Honig -- The White House's plan to suspend habeas corpus over an imagined "invasion" is as ridiculous and convoluted as a supervillain scheme.

The White House’s plan to suspend habeas corpus over an imagined “invasion” is as ridiculous and convoluted as a supervillain scheme.

New York Magazine - US News - 22 hours ago

What Trump's trade deals could mean for Canada

Why we all need to get used to a baseline 10-per-cent tariff from the U.S.

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

Opinion | Trump Just Gave The World A Wartime Demo Of The 'Art Of The Deal'

Trump has demonstrated in the past two weeks that he will court anyone willing to give him a deal, even arch rivals and a designated terrorist who spent five years in a US-run jail.

NDTV - Opinion - 1 day ago

Japan's economy shrinks as Trump trade war hits exports and confidence

The contraction strengthens the argument for increasing spending incentives in Japan as the economy prepares to take a hit from Trump's tariffs.

Euronews - Business - 1 day ago

What Is Khaleegy, The Viral 'Hair Dance' Trump Was Welcomed To UAE With

US President Donald Trump's visit to Abu Dhabi has brought attention to the traditional Arabic dance called <i>Khaleegy</i>

NDTV - Entertainment - 1 day ago

US senators seek to block Trump's UAE, Qatar defence deals

Senators accuse US President Donald Trump of engaging in ‘corruption of US foreign policy’ with defence deals.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump inks AI deal with UAE for 'largest' data centre outside US

While Trump has been pushing AI investments to retain its global dominance over the technology, the UAE has also expressed willingness to establish itself as a world leader in AI by 2031

First Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

South Africa says Trump's aid cuts stripped more than 8,000 health workers from its HIV program

The Trump administration’s dismantling of USAID has put more than 8,000 health workers in South Africa’s national HIV program out of work.

AP News - Health - 1 day ago

Trump's decision to lift Syria sanctions took Treasury staff by surprise -- President Trump announced this week he will drop sanctions on Syria - surprising some senior Treasury officials, sources tell CBS News.

President Trump announced this week he will drop sanctions on Syria — surprising some senior Treasury officials, sources tell CBS News.

CBS News - World - 1 day ago

Assisted dying bill: Where are we now?

The final and decisive votes on whether the bill clears the Commons and heads to the House of Lords are not expected until a further debate on 13 June.

Sky News - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump wants to accept a Qatari jet for Air Force One. Here are the facts

Donald Trump wants to accept a Qatari jet to replace ageing Air Force One planes, but the constitutionality of it is disputed. Here are the facts.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

After turbulent run, California lawmakers unanimously pass bill on solicitation of minors

In a unanimous vote, California lawmakers passed a bill increasing the penalty for buying sex from older teens. The bill faced political turmoil in the last month.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Watch: Should judges be able to block Trump on birthright citizenship?

The BBC's Will Grant looks at what happened with the case at the US Supreme Court, which has left the justices divided.

BBC News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump Secures Investment Deal From UAE; SCOTUS Reviews Birthright Citizenship Order Block

In the third and final stop of his Middle East visit, President Donald Trump secured another major investment deal from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), bri...

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

The Supreme Court May Pick the Worst Possible Case to Cede More Power to Trump -- Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern

Everyone at the Supreme Court seemed to agree that the United States is in the midst of an emergency.

Slate - Politics - 1 day ago

DeSantis signs a bill making Florida the second state to ban fluoride from its water system

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the bill at a public event in Dade City, Fla., over the concerns of dentists and public health advocates.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 1 day ago

MP behind assisted dying Bill defends it as medical body adds voice of concern

The Bill returns to the House of Commons on Friday for the first time since a historic yes vote in November.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Rubio says face-to-face Trump-Putin meeting needed for Ukraine breakthrough

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters in Antalya, Turkey and said he would travel to Istanbul for meetings on Friday. (Video: Reuters.)

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Israeli military strikes kill many dozens in Gaza as Trump pushes 'freedom zone' plan

Most of the victims, including women and children, killed in Khan Younis in air strikes that hit homes and tents, say medics

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Trump concludes Gulf tour with $1.4 trillion UAE investment deal

ALBAWABA- U.S. President Donald Trump concluded his Gulf tour Thursday with a high-profile visit to the United Arab Emirates, marking the final leg of a

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Jim Cramer: 'Sometimes you just get had' — what Apple can to do to appease Trump

President Trump's attacks on Apple may not end until it commits to making iPhones in the U.S., CNBC's Jim Cramer said Thursday.

CNBC - Technology - 1 day ago

Bill Belichick's 'creative muse,' a fisherman's daughter, a pageant queen: Who is Jordon Hudson, really?

The 24-year-old former cheerleader's relationship with Patriots ex-coach Bill Belichick has gobsmacked the sports world. Where did she come from and where is this going?

Boston Globe - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Trump's decision to lift sanctions is a triumph for Syria's president

But Ahmed al-Sharaa badly needs to reassure minorities at home

Economist - Business - 1 day ago

Israeli strikes kill 60 in Gaza as Trump calls for 'freedom zone'

President removes shoes for tour of Abu Dhabi mosque and still hopes to redevelop Gaza, where half a million face starvation

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Trump seals economic agreements in Middle East in final stretch and more top headlines

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Fox News - World - 1 day ago

EPA Rules on Drinking Water Contamination: What It Means for Utility Bills

Some utility bill increases might be delayed under the new announcement, which was made on Wednesday.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Germany backs Trump's push for 5% NATO defense spending target

German foreign minister Johann Wadephul said the country was backing U.S. President Donald Trump's call to increase the defense spending target of NATO members.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump's tariff strategy can work but America still needs deeper economic reform

President Donald Trump's tariff strategy has sparked global negotiations, but true economic recovery requires addressing domestic issues like regulation and tax policies.

Fox News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

How the Trump Administration Is Weakening the Enforcement of Fair Housing Laws

Starting with cases involving sexual orientation and identity, the Department of Housing and Urban Development is hobbling enforcement of the Fair Housing Act. Said one HUD attorney: “People are really being harmed by it.”

ProPublica - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump remains open to Türkiye visit for Ukraine peace talks

US President Donald Trump may visit Türkiye on Friday, as Russia and Ukraine are set to restart talks in Istanbul

Russia Today - World - 2 days ago

Tencent bets on 1.4 billion user WeChat empire to get ahead in China's AI race

Tencent President Martin Lau said the company could create a "differentiated" AI agent through WeChat, the popular messaging app in China.

CNBC - Technology - 2 days ago

Calmes: Will the Qatar gift to Trump fly?

Crypto is complex, and branding deals are almost subtle, but who can miss what's going on when a foreign government offers the president a $400-million jet for 'free'?

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

Iran 'ready to make nuclear concessions' - as Trump asks for Qatar's help getting a deal

US President Donald Trump this week is touring three countries across the Middle East in the first major outing of his second administration. Amid stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE he has spoken about Iran and its nuclear programme.

Sky News - World - 2 days ago

Trump is MAGA-fying the Middle East, with or without Netanyahu's support

Donald Trump has found the Israel prime minister too trigger-happy, and their relationship has taken a back-seat.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Commentary: Trump blinked again on tariffs, but China isn't in the clear

There’s an irony to claiming victory in a trade war that yields no winners, says former SCMP editor-in-chief Wang Xiangwei.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Trump will not attend Russia-Ukraine talks in Turkey: US official

US President Donald Trump will not be heading to Turkey for the Russia-Ukraine peace talks set for Thursday, a US official confirmed on Wednesday.The announcement followed Russian President Vladimir...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Donald Trump Arrives in Qatar

President Donald Trump is in the nation of Qatar. He was escorted from the airport by a mile-long motorcade led by two Tesla Cybertrucks painted red.

Inside Edition - Politics - 2 days ago

Big Tech stocks rise with CEOs in Saudi Arabia -- The Dow Jones dipped on Tuesday, but Big Tech stocks saw gains as CEOs joined President Trump on his trip to Saudi Arabia. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports. -- May 13

The Dow Jones dipped on Tuesday, but Big Tech stocks saw gains as CEOs joined President Trump on his trip to Saudi Arabia. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.

CBS News - Technology - 2 days ago

Zelensky-Putin talks loom in Turkey as Trump eyes surprise role in peace push

ALBAWABA- For the first time since the war began in February 2022, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin may come

Albawaba - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Trump's auto tariffs hit European and US manufacturers alike

Trump's departure from decades of established trade practices is leaving a lasting impact on the German auto industry. Carmakers can do little but wait and hope things won't turn out as badly as feared.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 2 days ago

Will there be a Trump hotel in Syria?

The question of whether the US President will see his business empire expand to Syria is what everyone is talking about. But the significant of Donald Trump's meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al Sharaa could change the whole region.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

The Trump Administration's Favorite Group of Refugees Says It All -- Shirin Ali

The U.S. also rolled back deportation protections for Afghan refugees this week.

Slate - Politics - 2 days ago

Global shipping companies faces twin threats from Trump

Global trade is already under stress due to Donald Trump's trade policies. Another storm is expected in global trade in October, when the US begins imposing docking fees on Chinese-built vessels.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 2 days ago

Syria offered to build Trump Tower in Damascus in exchange for meeting

Syria also offered the US president a Ukraine-style mineral deal

Independent UK - World - 2 days ago

Companies that provide surgery abroad should foot NHS bill, nurses say

Nurses said the trend of people travelling abroad for procedures such as weight loss surgery and dental amendments is likely to grow.

Evening Standard - Health - 2 days ago

Trump Enters Summit in Saudi Arabia with Music from 'Air Force One'

President Donald Trump made a grand entrance at an economic summit in Saudi Arabia as the theme music from the 1997 Harrison Ford movie "Air Force One" played.

Inside Edition - Politics - 3 days ago

Why Did Trump Invite Travis Kalanick on His Trip to Saudi Arabia?

The president had a strange lunch meeting in Riyadh featuring everyone from the ex-Uber CEO to the boss of the company that makes Fortnite.

New York Magazine - Politics - 3 days ago

Trump's Middle East trip aims to seal investments in US

President Donald Trump is traveling to the Middle East this week and will visit countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE in an effort to secure more investment in the U.S.

Fox News - Business - 3 days ago

Weather -- How Trump's National Weather Service Cuts Could Cost Lives

Weather experts warn that staff cuts at the National Weather Service that have been made by the Trump administration are a danger to public safety as tornadoes, hurricanes and heat loom this spring and summer

Scientific American - Environment - 3 days ago

Video -- Trump is visiting Saudi Arabia. Here's what to expect

U.S. President Donald Trump will arrive in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday on the first big international trip of his second term. CBC’s Chris Brown is in Riyadh and breaks down what you need to know about the visit.

CBC News - World - 4 days ago

President Trump Lashes at Criticism of Accepting Gifted Plane From Qatari Royals

President Trump is firing back today at the heat he's getting for accepting an extraordinary gift from the Qatari royal family, a $400 million plane that will serve as the new Air Force One.

Inside Edition - Politics - 4 days ago

Is Trump abandoning Israel? Not really

US president may have excluded Israel from his pursuit of megadeals in the Gulf, but he remains a committed supporter

Aljazeera - Opinion - 4 days ago

'Billion Dollar Spy' Is the Real Story of the Only Russian Agent Whose Portrait Hangs in CIA Headquarters

The upcoming film, based on a book from Pulitzer Prize-winning author David E. Hoffman, stars Russell Crowe, Tony Goldwyn, Rufus Sewell and Justin Theroux.

Military.com - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Bill Belichick's Girlfriend Jordon Hudson Places 3rd in Miss Maine USA Beauty Pageant, Transgender Isabelle St. Cyr Makes Top 10

Bill Belichick may have led the New England Patriots to six Super Bowl victories but he couldn't lead his girlfriend, 24-year-old Jordon Hudson, to first place at the Miss Maine USA beauty pageant.

Breitbart - Sports - 4 days ago

Trump wants to attack drug cartels. How can Mexico respond if he does?

President Trump says he'd like to attack Mexican drug cartels. A unilateral action by the U.S. would be a huge challenge for Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who says her country will "never accept" U.S. intervention on Mexican soil.

Los Angeles Times - World - 4 days ago

OpenAI and Microsoft renegotiate billion-dollar deal

OpenAI and Microsoft are rewriting terms of their multibillion-dollar partnership in a negotiation designed to allow the ChatGPT maker to launch a future IPO, while protecting the software...

International The News - Technology - 5 days ago

As oil prices fall can Gulf big spenders keep Trump pledges?

Wealthy Gulf states are promising President Trump huge investments into the US. But at the same time, the price of oil is falling. Is oil-fueled "investment diplomacy" still possible?

Deutsche Welle - Business - 5 days ago

Trump says US, China made 'great progress' during trade talks

Negotiators for the U.S. and China met in Switzerland for a second day of de-escalating a trade war between the two countries. President Donald Trump said online that the meeting was “very good” and “great progress made!” NBC’s Yamiche Alcindor reports for Sunday TODAY.

NBC News - Business - 5 days ago

Gazans now eat one meal every two or three days as Trump plans his 'Riviera'

In a just world, Putin, Netanyahu and their enabler, Trump, would stand trial for war crimes and the US administration’s ‘green light for genocide’

Irish Times - Opinion - 6 days ago

Trump announces India and Pakistan agreed to ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump declared in a Truth Social post that Pakistan and India "agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE"

Fox News - World - 6 days ago

Trump Declares War on 'Country' of Mattel

In a drastic escalation of his doll-rationing proposal, Trump threatened the Barbie maker with tariffs so high it “won’t sell one toy” in the U.S.

New York Magazine - Politics - 7 days ago

Natural Disasters -- Trump Aims to Cut Program Used to Help Hospitals Evacuate during Disasters

The Hospital Preparedness Program helps hospitals and emergency managers save lives in wildfires, tornadoes, pandemics and other mass-casualty events. The Trump administration has proposed cutting it

Scientific American - Environment - 7 days ago

Trump keeps 10% tariffs on U.K., cuts taxes on British autos, steel and aluminum in trade deal

President Donald Trump agreed on Thursday to cut tariffs on U.K. autos, steel and aluminum in a planned trade deal but played down the possibility of other nations getting similarly favorable terms on his import taxes, which are roiling the global economy.

CBC News - Business - 7 days ago

Q&A: Ask John Rentoul anything on historic Trump trade deal

The Independent’s chief political commentator, John Rentoul, is here to answer your questions on the landmark US-UK trade deal – from what’s in the agreement to how Keir Starmer sealed the pact with Donald Trump

Independent UK - Politics - 7 days ago

Trump says U.S. has struck 'comprehensive' deal with UK

NYT reported that the details around the deal were not clear, and it was uncertain if both sides will sign a finalized deal or a framework

CNBC - World - 8 days ago

Trump pulls surgeon general pick Nesheiwat after questions about medical education

Former Fox News medical contributor Dr. Janette Nesheiwat had been scheduled to appear Thursday for her confirmation hearing before a Senate committee.

CNBC - Health - 8 days ago

Fed holds rates steady, cites rising inflation risks amid Trump policy uncertainty

WASHINGTON: While keeping interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, the Federal Reserve stated that the threats of increased unemployment and inflation had increased, further obscuring the US economy...

International The News - Business - 9 days ago

Trump: World Cup could 'incentivize' Russia to end Ukraine war

Vladimir Putin’s country has been banned from international competitions since its illegal invasion of Ukraine three years ago

Evening Standard - World - 9 days ago

Trump says he'll extend TikTok deadline again as ByteDance divestiture talks stall over tariffs

Talks of a potential spinout deal, in which TikTok’s US operations would be transferred to a new entity owned and controlled by American investors, have been ongoing. However, momentum reportedly stalled due to Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Chinese imports

First Post - Technology - 12 days ago

Donald Trump is proving disastrous for big tech

Three months in and the bosses of America’s most valuable firms have little to show for all their toadying.

Sydney Morning Herald - Technology - 14 days ago

Lopez: 7 million people have Alzheimer's. Why is the Trump administration derailing research?

Alzheimer's is the nation's seventh-leading cause of death. How can a deeper understanding of a set of unremittingly cruel brain diseases not be a priority?

Los Angeles Times - Health - 14 days ago

Bill Belichick's Family Speaks Out After Trainwreck Interview

Bill Belichick's family has spoken out after his trainwreck interview with CBS Mornings' Tony Dokoupil. Belichick's daughter-in-law Jennifer Belichick took aim at 24-year-old Jordon Hudson without using her name.

Inside Edition - Sports - 15 days ago

Sen. Susan Collins blasts Trump for cuts to scientific research

New study shows budget cuts to research would significantly hurt the economy in the long run.

Ars Technica - Science - 15 days ago

Trump's health agency urges therapy for transgender youth, not broader gender-affirming care

The Trump administration is calling for more reliance on psychotherapy for transgender youth instead of broader gender-affirming medical care.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 15 days ago

Trump's health agency urges therapy for transgender youth, not broader gender-affirming health care

The Trump administration is calling for more reliance on behavioral therapy for transgender youth instead of broader gender-affirming medical care.

AP News - Health - 15 days ago

Trump Insists Kilmar Abrego Garcia has Photoshopped 'MS-13' Tattooed on Hands

A moment from President Donald Trump's ABC News interview is raising eyebrows after he insisted that Kilmar Abrego Garcia has "MS-13" tattooed on his knuckles.

Inside Edition - Politics - 16 days ago

Are Bill Belichick and Jordan Hudson Engaged?

Rumors are swirling after Jordan Husdon was photographed wearing a ring that appeared to be on her ring finger.

Inside Edition - Sports - 16 days ago

'Time to resist': Protesters etch Trump portrait in sand

Environmentalists carved a huge sand portrait of Donald Trump outside his Turnberry golf resort in Scotland.

Aljazeera - Environment - 16 days ago

U.S. economy shrank 0.3% in the first quarter as Trump policy uncertainty weighed on businesses

Gross domestic product was expected to rise at a 0.4% annualized pace in the first quarter, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.

CNBC - Business - 16 days ago

Trump to offer automakers some relief on his 25% tariffs

President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Tuesday to relax some of his 25% tariffs on autos and auto parts.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 17 days ago

Insana: Confidence in the U.S. will be shaken if Trump aims to fire Fed's Powell

Investors would be deeply unsettled if President Donald Trump were to fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, Ron Insana says.

CNBC - Opinion - 19 days ago

Netanyahu backs proposal to cancel 200-shekel bills as economic blow to Hamas

Netanyahu called it an 'excellent idea' and will discuss it with the central bank chief, despite objections; Sa’ar says citizens won’t be harmed; economists warn the plan to crush Hamas financially is unfeasible

YNET News - Top Stories - 21 days ago

Trump admin fast-tracks fossil fuel projects, angering environmentalists -- Shortening permitting procedures for mining and oil drilling could adversely affect the environment, communities and endangered species, experts say.

Shortening permitting procedures for mining and oil drilling could adversely affect the environment, communities and endangered species, experts say.

CBS News - Science - 21 days ago

'The United States is the villain of our story.' Nationalism surges in Mexico amid Trump threats

Since Trump took office in January, hurling insults and threatening devastating tariffs and U.S. drone strikes, Mexico has been seized by a nationalistic fervor.

Los Angeles Times - World - 21 days ago

Trump signs controversial order to boost deep-sea mining industry

The executive order will help private deep-sea mining companies to access mineral-rich nodules on the sea floor.

Aljazeera - Environment - 22 days ago

Trump Finds Inadvertent Allies in His Trade War With China

Chinese exporters, having lost the U.S. market and facing difficulties in Europe, are looking to the developing world for sales—but there are challenges.

Epoch Times - Opinion - 22 days ago

Trump hints at firing Federal Reserve chair Powell after tariff comments

U.S. President Donald Trump said on April 17 that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s termination 'cannot come fast enough' as he reiterated his frustration that the Fed hasn’t aggressively cut interest rates.

The Globe and Mail - Business - 29 days ago

Every bill Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed in 2025

Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed 88 bills so far in the 2025 legislative session. Here’s what they were.

Phoenix New Times - Politics - 29 days ago

Blazers sign coach Chauncey Billups to a multi-year extension

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Coach Chauncey Billups has signed a multi-year contract extension with the Portland Trail Blazers.

The Columbian - Sports - 1 month ago

Customs 'glitch' impacting Trump tariffs fixed after lasting for more than 10 hours

A Customs notice reported a glitch in a system shippers use to exempt freight from tariffs. Logistics experts say it is a bad sign for the supply chain.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

NC House lawmakers pass bill banning emergency aid discrimination after FEMA Trump sign debacle

NC lawmakers have passed legislation banning discriminations in emergency relief after reports that FEMA skipped houses with Trump signs after Hurricane Milton in 2024.

Fox News - Environment - 1 month ago

Trump Says He Paused Tariffs Because People Were Getting 'Yippy'

The stock market tanked again, just one day after it skyrocketed in response to President Trump hitting a 90-day pause button on tariffs.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

Trump's EPA Plans to Stop Collecting Greenhouse Gas Emissions Data From Most Polluters

Climate experts expressed shock and dismay at the move. “It would be a bit like unplugging the equipment that monitors the vital signs of a patient that is critically ill,” one said.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

Canada to begin tariff talks with Trump admin after April 28 election, prime minister says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed President Donald Trump, the economy and Canada's federal election on social media on Wednesday.

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

Trump's Tumultuous Tariffs | Opinion

Besieged at home by a collapsing economy and overseas by countries refusing to capitulate to extortion and humiliation, President Donald Trump chose to unwind some of his capricious tariffs.

Newsweek - Opinion - 1 month ago

Trump walked back his tariff rollout. But is the damage already done?

Markets breathed a major sigh of relief after U.S. President Trump walked back his tariff policy, with a historic rally unfolding on Wall Street.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

Trump tariffs bring anxiety to Costco aisles: Cut back or stock up before prices soar?

Experts say tariffs will affect everyday purchases, but as negotiations continue, exact price increases remain unclear.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 month ago

What Economic Experts Are Predicting About Trump's Tariffs

Trump says his new tariffs will be “Liberation Day” for America. Economists’ and market analysts’ views are far more ominous.

New York Magazine - Business - 1 month ago

Hahn & Co. completes acquisition of SK Specialty for $1.8 billion

Korean private equity firm Hahn & Company (Hahn & Co.) said Tuesday it has finalized the acquisition of an 85 percent stake in SK Specialty from SK Corp. for approximately 2.6 trillion won ($1.8 billion), three months after signing a stock purchase agreement in December.

Korea Times - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Hurricane Helene survivor endorses Trump admin's plan to nix FEMA after storm devastated Southeast

North Carolina resident Mona Roper said she supports the Trump administration's plan to eliminate FEMA, calling DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's changes "promising."

Fox News - Environment - 1 month ago

How Elon Musk, George Soros and Other Billionaires Are Shaping the Most Expensive Court Race in U.S. History

Ten years ago, Wisconsin approved unlimited political spending. Now, as spending for its Supreme Court race surpasses more than $80 million, some campaign reformers are wondering if the state is reaching a tipping point.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 month ago

Trump's 25% auto tariffs: Will it impact the Indian industry?

While India’s direct automobile export to the US is meagre compared to countries like Japan, Mexico and Canada, the secondary effects of Trump’s tariffs are expected to impact the Indian industry

First Post - Technology - 1 month ago

US President Trump Brings Uncertainty to Plan to Reorganize US Forces in Japan -- The reorganization plan was pushed by the Biden administration, and so it is uncertain whether the new Trump administration...

The reorganization plan was pushed by the Biden administration, and so it is uncertain whether the new Trump administration will proceed with the plan.

Military.com - US News - 1 month ago

Germany's ERGO Group acquires Israel's NEXT Insurance for $2.6 billion in cash deal

Small-business insurer, which employs 700 workers, 200 of whom in Israel, acquired at 35% discount from 2023 valuation; deal marks ERGO’s entry into US insurance market as part of Munich Re’s global expansion

YNET News - Business - 1 month ago

Trump Took Over the Kennedy Center, but Silencing the Arts Will Not Be So Easy

Our last best hope for sharing, shaping, and wrangling over independent ideas may turn out to be America’s scrappy and disparate arts spaces—if they can hang on financially.

The Nation - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Google's parent Alphabet in advanced talks to acquire Wiz for $30 billion

Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz could be acquired soon , the Wall Street Journal reports; comes nearly a year after the two companies came close to signing a $23 billion deal

YNET News - Business - 1 month ago

3 QUESTIONS TO ASK ABOUT YOUR RETIREMENT SAVINGS WHEN STOCKS PLUNGE -- The first weeks of the new Trump administration have sparked stock market jitters and recession fears. Here's advice from top experts.

The first weeks of the new Trump administration have sparked stock market jitters and recession fears. Here's advice from top experts.

CBS News - Business - 1 month ago

Trump Halted an Agent Orange Cleanup. That Puts Hundreds of Thousands at Risk for Poisoning.

Diplomats in Vietnam warned Washington that halting USAID’s efforts to clean up the massive deposit of postwar pesticides would be a catastrophe for public health and relations with a key strategic partner in Asia.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

US launches large-scale assault on Houthi strongholds in Yemen; Trump: 'Your time is up'

At least 13 killed as US launches major air and sea strikes on Houthi targets, aiming to restore Red Sea shipping security; Trump warns Houthis to halt attacks or face 'overwhelming lethal force' and issues stark warning to Iran to end its support for them

YNET News - World - 2 months ago

Trump intent on imposing global tariffs

The on-again, off-again tariffs between the United States and other countries are again under scrutiny, with the U.S. president not budging. VOA White House Correspondent Carolyn Presutti reports.

Voice of America - World - 2 months ago

WaPo writer accuses Trump of 'government censorship' after backing social media crackdown of 'misinformation'

Washington Post columnist Catherine Rampell took aim at President Trump's so-called "government censorship" after cheerleading tech giants to censor "misinformation" in 2021.

Fox News - Technology - 2 months ago

Taiwan eyes Israeli role in $100 billion semiconductor investment tied to Trump's AI push

Taiwan’s top envoy to Israel says Israel will play a crucial role in a new $100 billion cooperation agreement between Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and US President Donald Trump’s administration, calling the partnership 'essential' for the future of artificial intelligence

YNET News - Technology - 2 months ago

iPhone dictation feature transcribes word 'racist' as 'Trump,' Apple says working on fix

The glitch spotted on social media went viral, with users finding irony in Apple’s ties to the Democratic party; Innocent AI error or something deeper? You decide.

YNET News - Technology - 2 months ago

Trump Order Shifts the Financial Burden of Climate Change Onto Individuals

The change would effectively transfer financial responsibility from oil drillers, auto manufacturers and others and leave Americans to face greater direct costs as warming continues.

ProPublica - Environment - 2 months ago

How Trump's Federal Funding and Hiring Freezes Are Leaving America Vulnerable to Catastrophic Wildfire

Uncertainty over funding and hiring stemming from the president’s executive orders has limited wildfire training and postponed work to reduce flammable vegetation. It has also led some firefighters to leave the force, their colleagues said.

ProPublica - Environment - 3 months ago

How Trump's EPA Threatens Efforts to Clean Up Areas Affected Most by Dangerous Air Pollution

In just two weeks, Donald Trump has made drastic changes to the Environmental Protection Agency. Here’s how they could impact efforts to reform toxic hot spots across the U.S. and who will be left to safeguard these communities.

ProPublica - Environment - 3 months ago

An ex-NBA player's plan for a $5-billion Las Vegas arena is an empty pit. What went wrong?

A former NBA player repeatedly promised to build a resort-arena on the Las Vegas Strip. Investors and Nevada officials believed him. Then it all fell apart.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Fact or fiction: Will Trump's federal funding freeze impact student loans, grants?

The Trump admin's federal funding freeze will not impact individual assistance going directly to Americans, Karoline Leavitt said during her first press briefing.

Fox News - Business - 3 months ago

Nelly Responded To Backlash For Performing At Donald Trump's Inauguration, And We Need To Talk About It

"I'm clueless on a lot of things when we get down to it," he said.

BuzzFeed News - Opinion - 3 months ago

Trump to challenge Newsom on California's water policies amid uncontrolled wildfires

President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to use executive action to force California to funnel more water to the southern part of the state, after a water shortage helped fuel devastating fires in Lo

Washington Times - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Off to a strong start: Trump dominating the narrative as president-elect

President-elect Donald Trump and his team are putting on a master class during the transition. The rollout of the Cabinet was well done. His team is filling political appointee positions.

Washington Times - Opinion - 4 months ago

Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour ends with $2 billion in ticket sales

Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" earned $2 billion in gross ticket sales, according to The New York Times. Swift took the stage for the final time on Dec. 8 in Vancouver.

Fox News - Business - 5 months ago

Trump's first term brought world-changing vaccine. His second could bring retreat

Some are sounding the alarm regarding Trump’s public health picks, concerned that the nominees' vaccine skepticism could jeopardize the nation’s ability to respond to infectious threats.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 5 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 - 5 months ago

What is Bluesky Social and why are people flocking to it after Trump victory?

The social media rival to Elon Musk’s X has gained traction since the US election

Telegraph UK - Technology - 5 months ago

Bill Bailey: Children should learn to make kilts and cricket balls – AI cannot take those jobs

Comedian urges the Government to include heritage arts and crafts in the national curriculum

Telegraph UK - Technology - 5 months ago

Reeves faces clash with Trump over tech giant tax

Britain risks retaliatory tariffs over the possible renewal of its digital services tax

Telegraph UK - Technology - 6 months ago

Trump Campaign Finishes the Election by Taking Revenge on the Media

Reporters from Politico, Puck, and Axios get the ax.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 6 months ago