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Trump's 50 pct tariff threat on EU goods draws rebuke
US President Donald Trump is once again taking aim at trading partners of the United States.
Donald Trump
The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with,... Our…
Trump says Apple must pay a 25% tariff on iPhones not made in the U. S.
EU and US to Hold Trade Call Friday Amid Differences on Tariffs
- Story6381posts42sourcesHindustan Times
Taiwan students heading to Harvard 'anxious' after US enrolment block
Harvard Reprieve for Foreign Students Won’t Stop Looming Threats
❝With the stroke of a pen, the government has sought to erase a quarter of Harvard’s student body, international students who contribute significantly to…
Is Trump Trying to Destroy Harvard?
Bessent Says Trump Administration Moving Forward on Harvard Tax Threat
- Story777posts15sourcesHindustan Times
Trump's speech to West Point graduates mixes praise, politics and grievances
Adorned in his trademark “Make America Great Again” hat, Trump spoke to the 1,002-strong class for just under an hour.
Donald TrumpIn a few moments, you’ll become graduates of the most elite and storied military academy in human history,
Trump’s West Point graduation address veers from US-first doctrine to politics
Trump Gives Commencement Address at West Point, Stressing a New Era
- Story875posts20sourcesThe Gazette
Billy Joel cancels concerts after brain disorder diagnosis
Yet normal pressure hydrocephalus is a condition that doctors are able to treat, especially when diagnosed early — helping someone to avoid long-term effects.
Billy Joel
I’m sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding.”
Billy Joel Announces Brain Disorder and Cancels All Concerts
Billy Joel cancels all concerts after brain condition diagnosis
- Story10121posts29sourcesSaudi Gazette
Iran, US make limited progress in nuclear talks in Rome
Washington Post interviews with people across Tehran offered a rare window into the lives and economic struggles of the country’s urban middle class — mired in…
❝We believe that in the event of any attack on the nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran by the Zionist regime, the US government will also be involved…
On streets of Tehran, Iranians describe daily struggles and cautious hopes
Where U. S. and Iran still stand apart on nuclear talks
- Story1435posts11sourcesReuters
Musk's X down for tens of thousands of US users, Downdetector shows
The billionaire has an extraordinarily full plate as owner/CEO of X, xAI (developer of the AI-powered chatbot Grok), electric-car maker Tesla and rocket builder…
❝Back to spending 24/7 at work and sleeping in conference/server/factory rooms,... I must be super focused on X/xAI and Tesla (plus Starship launch next week), as…
Elon Musk's X temporarily down for tens of thousands of users
X temporarily down for thousands of users
- Story1543posts13sourcesFox News
Rubio warns court order blocking deportations to South Sudan causes 'irreparable harm' to foreign policy
The man just had his immigration case dismissed and his wife and 8-year-old son were trailing behind him when agents surrounded, then handcuffed him outside…
❝Because of this Court’s Orders, [the U. S. government is] currently detaining dangerous criminals in a sensitive location without clear knowledge of when, how, or…
US judge orders Trump administration to facilitate return of Guatemalan deportee
Father ripped from family as agents target immigration courts, arresting people after cases dismissed
- Story1623posts16sourcesThe Hill
Trump slashing half of National Security Council staff
In an overhaul of the White House National Security Council (NSC), dozens of staff members were dismissed on Friday as part of US President Donald Trump’s…
❝The NSC is the ultimate Deep State. It's Marco vs. the Deep State. We're gutting the Deep State,
More than 100 National Security Council staffers put on administrative leave
National Security Council Will Be Cut by Half
- Story1727posts11sourcesThe Independent
Pete Hegseth slammed for ‘direct attack’ against military reporters: ‘Never seen anything like this’
Hegseth described the protection of classified national intelligence information and operational security as 'an unwavering imperative for the Department'
Pete Hegseth
While the department remains committed to transparency, the department is equally obligated to protect (classified intelligence information) and sensitive…
Trump administration puts new limits on reporters at Pentagon
Pentagon bans reporters from certain areas of building without escort
- Story20129posts21sourcesCNN
Jeanine Pirro steps into spotlight with response to murders of Israeli Embassy staffers
Elias Rodriguez: Socialist party denies Israeli embassy shooting suspect is a member
❝I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza,
Victim's body returned to Israel as Jewish Americans reel from museum attack
'It's a Nightmare': 3 Rabbis on Israeli Embassy Aides Killed
- Story2149posts13sourcesThe Gazette
Award-winning Brazilian photographer Sebastiao Salgado dies at age 81, his institute says
The celebrated Brazilian photojournalist depicted the world in stark contrasts, from the depths of human suffering to the monumental grandeur of nature.
❝Sebastião was more than one of the best photographers of our time,
From the archives: The camera of Sebastião Salgado
Sebastião Salgado, Acclaimed Brazilian Photographer, Is Dead at 81
- Story22122posts15sourcesFox News
NEWT GINGRICH: Trump and Johnson defy critics with passage of 'One Big Beautiful Bill'
President Donald Trump swooped in this week to help Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) deliver his sprawling tax legislation through the House of Representatives.
John Thune
We are going to write our own bill,... The House had to make a deal. But our members want to be heard on it and I assume we’ll have something to say.”
How a Freedom Caucus Revolt Ended in the White House
7 things Senate Republicans hate about the House megabill
- Story26133posts25sourcesNBC News
Trump threatens new tariffs on iPhones
President Trump’s relationship with Apple and CEO Tim Cook has devolved in recent weeks as the president has ramped up pressure on the iPhone maker over its…
Donald TrumpI have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhone’s that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in…
Why Trump's iPhone tariff threat might not be enough to bring production to the U. S.
Donald Trump threatens Apple and Samsung with 25% tariff on devices
- Story2837posts15sourcesThe Gazette
US Treasury unveils plan to end production of penny coin
The penny coin is getting phased out, a cost-cutting move that could ripple through consumer behavior, retailers' pricing strategies and cash transactions.
Donald TrumpFor far too long the United States has minted pennies which literally cost us more than 2 cents. This is so wasteful
Treasury Sounds Death Knell for Penny Production
Treasury to End Penny Production in the U. S.
- Story3057posts19sourcesFox News
Trump unleashes US nuclear renaissance with bold executive orders
Donald Trump issues directive to fast-track nuclear energy development
Pete HegsethWe're including artificial intelligence in everything we do. If we don't, we're not fast enough, we're not keeping up with adversaries. You need the energy to fuel…
Trump will sign nuclear power orders on Friday, energy chief Wright says
Nuclear stocks rally as Trump signs executive orders to support industry
- Story3162posts19sourcesSaudi Gazette
Boeing reaches $1.1 billion settlement with DOJ over deadly 737 Max crashes
Boeing can avoid prosecution over two fatal 737 Max jetliner crashes that killed 346 people.
Paul G. Cassell
This kind of non-prosecution deal is unprecedented and obviously wrong for the deadliest corporate crime in U. S. history,
Boeing, Justice Department reach deal to avoid prosecution over deadly 737 Max crashes
Boeing in Tentative Agreement to Pay $1.1 Billion to Avoid Trial for 737 MAX Crashes
- Story352posts2sourcesFinancial Times
DR Congo eyes US minerals deal tied to peace in rebel-hit east by end of June
- Story363posts2sourcesFinancial Times
SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son floats idea of US-Japan sovereign wealth fund
Softbank’s Son Floats Idea of US-Japan Sovereign Wealth Fund: FT
- Story3720posts9sourcesNBC News
Man dead after explosion on Hudson River boat docked at sewage plant
One person is in critical condition after a boat exploded on the Hudson River during New York City’s Fleet Week on Saturday morning.
❝He was a valued and experienced member of the Bureau of Wastewater Treatment, and his decades of service reflect his commitment to DEP’s mission,
Worker killed in boat explosion on Hudson River during New York's fleet week
1 Dead After Explosion on Barge Near Manhattan Sewage Plant
- Story393posts2sourcesHindustan Times
Chawinga scores to lift first-place Current to 3-1 win over Stars
NWSL roundup: Current cruise past struggling Stars
- Story4428posts9sourcesThe Telegraph
New York crypto investor charged with kidnapping and torturing man for his Bitcoin password
John Woeltz is accused of keeping an Italian citizen captive for two weeks in his lush Manhattan apartmentErin Keller
Jen CrawfordI saw the SWAT team with shields and then shortly after that, I saw a guy in handcuffs come out.
Crypto Investor Charged With Kidnapping and Torturing Man for Weeks
- Story494posts2sourcesThe Independent
Texas is closer to putting the Ten Commandments in classrooms after a key vote
Candy NobleThe focus of this bill is to look at what is historically important to our nation educationally and judicially,
- Story526posts2sourcesHindustan Times
Musician Shankar Mahadevan uses AI to create song Rubaroo, says AI can't replace musicians, it's like a friend-assistant
AI-driven tools now assist with the cleanup and colouring of rough sketches, transforming them into polished and consistent frames.
❝It is already happening not only in music but in every field. We have started utilising in our work. It’s just a tool. 50 years back when synthesizers came…
AI In The Art Industry: Revolutionising Creativity & Raising Ethical Questions
- Story5615posts7sourcesThe Sun
Boris Johnson welcomes surprise fourth baby with wife Carrie as she reveals adorable name and photos
Carrie Johnson, wife of the former prime minister, has just announced the birth of their fourth child
❝I can't believe how pretty and tiny you are. Feel so incredibly lucky. We are all totally smitten."
Pictured: Carrie Johnson announces birth of fourth child
Ex-PM Boris Johnson and wife announce birth of their fourth child
- Story5829posts9sourcesHindustan Times
Kermit the Frog gives inspiring commencement speech at University of Maryland: ‘Leap together’
So the amphibious Muppet, whose creator is an alumnus, was at pains to encourage students of the University of Maryland’s class of 2025 as they received their…
❝As you prepare to take this big leap into real life, here’s a little advice — if you’re willing to listen to a frog,
‘Leap Together’: Kermit the Frog Gives a Graduation Speech
- Story729posts2sourcesNewsweek
Bears' Caleb Williams Receives More Harsh Criticism from Cam Newton
Not everyone is sold on Caleb Williams just yet, and former NFL lineman turned CBS Sports analyst Ross Tucker is one of the louder sceptics.
❝The level of entitlement is breathtaking,
- Story7913posts4sourcesThe Gazette
Fetterman suggests people ‘weaponize’ his mental health struggles over politics
Democratic senator has dismissed concerns about his wellbeing raised by a former senior staff memberErin Keller
John Fetterman.jpg)
My doctor warned years ago: After it’s public that you are getting help for depression, people will weaponize that,
Fetterman Says His Openness on Mental Health Issues Is ‘Weaponized”
- Story849posts3sourcesFox News
Dog owners who ruminate about work stress may pass anxiety to their pooch: study
They were also asked to report how often their dog exhibited 11 different behaviours, some of which are linked to stress, such as panting, having their tail…
Tanya MitropoulosRuminating about work problems, meaning going over negative thoughts about work when you’re at home, facilitated the transfer of job stress to the dog,
Work stress upsets dogs, study finds
- Story866posts2sourcesDaily Express
Prince Harry 'can't be trusted' in fresh blow over King Charles reconciliation
Whatever he had been doing — and he has privately admitted this with more than a dollop of humility — was no longer ‘reputationally sustainable’.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
It would be nice to have that reconciliation part now. If they don't want that, that's entirely up to them."
The Montecito model of the Royal family is vital for Harry's rehabilitation... as I'm told HE wears…
- Story9114posts5sourcesThe Independent
Joe Biden makes first public appearance after cancer diagnosis
Former President Joe Biden was seen in public for the first time since announcing he had prostate cancer.
❝Prout Nana and Pop! Congratulations Hunter — we are so proud of you."
Biden says he’s ‘feeling great’ in first remarks since cancer diagnosis
