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US and China Strike 90-Day Tariff Truce

U.S., China Slash Tariffs in Breakthrough Deal

Treasury Sees ‘Substantial Progress’ in China Talks

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced significant progress after trade discussions with China, reflecting optimistic prospects for easing tariff conflicts.

Hamas Agrees to Release Last American Hostage

Edan Alexander, Final US Hostage in Gaza, Set Free

Israeli-American Hostage Release Signals Peace Push

The upcoming release of Edan Alexander by Hamas marks a critical diplomatic breakthrough amid escalating conflict in Gaza.

Trump to Accept $400M Qatari Luxury Jet as Air Force One

Qatar’s Gifted ‘Flying Palace’ for Trump Sparks Backlash

Trump Defends ‘Transparent’ Deal for Qatar Jet Gift

In the face of political attacks, Trump defended the planned acceptance of a gifted luxury jet from Qatar to serve as Air Force One.

House Republicans Unveil Sweeping Medicaid Cuts

Medicaid Work Mandates Backed in New GOP Bill

Democrats Warn Massive Healthcare Losses Ahead

Democrats warn that Republican proposals could strip healthcare from millions, including children, as GOP pushes new Medicaid plan.

Russian Drones Attack Ukraine After Ceasefire Rebuff

Ukraine Faces Renewed Russian Drone Barrage

Kremlin Snubs Peace Talks, Strikes Ukraine Overnight

The Kremlin rejected a ceasefire and launched widespread drone attacks into Ukraine, prolonging the ongoing war.

India, Pakistan Ceasefire Holds Amid Scheduled Talks

India and Pakistan Set Talks to Ease Kashmir Tensions

Calm Reported After Heavy India-Pakistan Fighting

After days of fighting and exchange of missiles and drones, a fragile calm settles as India and Pakistan hold ceasefire talks.

UK to Tighten Immigration Amid Voter Backlash

Starmer Vows to Cut UK Migration with New Rules

UK Faces Risk Becoming ‘Island of Strangers’ Without Cuts

Starmer warns that failure to tighten immigration may isolate the UK and exacerbate social tensions nationwide.

Newark Airport to Cut Flights Amid System Outages

Airport Chaos Continues: Newark Plans Flight Slowdown

Transportation Chief Warns Other Airports Could Face Delays

Sean Duffy cautions that flight disruption problems like Newark’s may spread nationwide, urging cautious airline operations.

Poland Shuts Russian Consulate Over Suspected Arson

Warsaw Fire Investigated as Russian Intelligence Sabotage

Poland Expels Ruskies, Tightens Grip on Kremlin Spies

In escalating tensions, Poland expels diplomats and shuts consulate after accusing Russian agents of destructive arson.

Pope Leo XIV Pleads for Peace and Press Freedom

New Pope Urges Unity and ‘No More War’

Pope Leo Holds Landmark Vatican Media Conference

The first American pope stresses importance of peaceful communication and affirms free speech in his first media encounter.

Trump to Sign Order Slashing Drug Prices up to 80%

Drug Pricing Shakeup Expected as Trump Acts

President Promises ‘Most Consequential’ Drug Action

Trump hails his impending executive order as one of the most impactful moves in U.S. healthcare history targeting drug prices.

Kurdish PKK to Disarm, End 40-Year Turkey Insurgency

Militant Kurdish Group PKK Calls It Quits

PKK Ends Armed Struggle Amid Peace Talks With Turkey

The Kurdistan Workers Party announces complete disarmament and cessation of militant activities after peace overtures.

GM Recalls Nearly 600,000 Vehicles Over Engine Risk

General Motors issues recall for 597,630 trucks and SUVs after discovering engines that may fail suddenly, risking crashes.

Milwaukee Fire Kills 4 as Residents Leap from Windows

Apartment Blaze Tragedy: Four Dead After Window Jumps

Firefighters respond to deadly blaze where residents escaped flames by leaping from windows, in a Mother’s Day disaster.

Trump Cracks Down on Immigration with Self-Deportation Plan

Trump proposes a $1,000 payment incentive for illegal immigrants to self-deport, stirring mixed reactions among House Republicans.

Pope Leo XIV Calls for No More War in First Sunday Blessing

Pope Leo urges global peace and an end to conflicts in his first significant public prayer since becoming pontiff.

Transportation Secretary Plans Newark Flight Cuts Amid Chaos

Sean Duffy to reduce flights at Newark after repeated technical outages cause massive delays and disruptions.

Trump’s Approval Rating Shifts After Trade and Tourism Wins

New polling indicates a change in President Trump’s approval ratings following diplomatic and trade successes.

Poland Expels Russian Diplomats Over Suspected Sabotage

Poland accused Russia of orchestrating an arson attack and has ordered closure of its consulate in Krakow.

US Treasury Secretary: More China Talks Ahead After Trade Deal

Scott Bessent expects further engagement with China following a preliminary agreement to ease trade tensions.

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Faces House Showdown

House Republicans set to push sweeping legislation including tax cuts and border security provisions in critical vote.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Sex Trafficking Trial Begins with Jury Selection

Federal Trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Set to Unfold

Prosecutors and defense prepare contrasting narratives ahead of upcoming sex trafficking trial of music mogul.

NASA’s Don Pettit Shoots 220 Days of Space Photos

Astronaut Don Pettit documents astounding time-lapse photography over 220 days aboard the International Space Station.

Care System Faces Strain From UK Immigration Plan, Says Kate Forbes

Scotland’s deputy first minister warns UK immigration reforms will harm the nation’s care system.

Major Storm to Deliver 2 Months of Rain Across US South

Flood advisories issued as a massive storm threatens to bring unprecedented rainfall over southeastern states.