Trump Lands in Saudi Arabia to Launch High-Stakes Middle East Tour
President Donald Trump kicked off his four-day Middle East trip in Saudi Arabia, focusing on securing massive trade and defense deals, with meetings including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman amid regional tensions and peace efforts.
24 Hours Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia to kick off Middle East tour + US and China agree to 90-day tariff pause + Inflation rate falls to 2.3% in April, lowest in 4 years + UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty resigns amid cost concerns + Trump to accept $400M luxury jet gift from Qatar sparks GOP backlash + Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial continues with witness testimony + White South African refugees welcomed by Trump administration + Zelenskyy invites Putin for peace talks in Turkey + Nissan plans to cut 11,000 jobs and close 7 plants + Senate Minority Leader Schumer to block Trump DOJ nominees over Qatari jet + House GOP proposes stricter work requirements for SNAP benefits + Russian responsibility confirmed for MH17 downing by UN agency + DNC panel voids David Hogg's election as party vice chair + Texas woman’s $83M lottery prize put on hold over ticket app use + Drone footage shows New Mexico deputies disarm armed children + Baltimore fire forces evacuations amid 7-alarm blaze + Libya militia infighting kills warlord amid capital clashes + Pope Leo XIV urges jailed journalists' release and free speech
Number 2.3% - April annual inflation rate falls to lowest level since 2021
Quote "You should be embarrassed asking that question" — President Donald Trump rebukes ABC reporter on Qatari jet gift

Trump Lands in Saudi Arabia to Kick Off Middle East Blitz
Saudi Crown Prince Rolls Out Royal Welcome for Trump
Trump Seeks $1 Trillion in Saudi Investment During Gulf Tour
President Trump begins a high-profile Middle East tour in Saudi Arabia focusing on business deals, diplomacy, and regional peace efforts with leaders including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and plans to meet with leaders of Qatar and the UAE.

US-China Tariff Truce Sparks Market Rally
Trump and China Agree to Slash Tariffs for 90 Days
Tariff Truce Shows Limits of Trump’s Trade War
U.S. and China agree to a 90-day tariff truce, pausing steep tariffs as negotiators work toward a larger trade deal. The move eases global trade tensions and has sparked market rallies, though uncertainty remains about future outcomes.

Inflation Rate Drops to 2.3% in April, Lowest Since 2021
Inflation Eases Amid Fall in Grocery and Gas Prices
Annual Inflation Rate Falls Short of Expectations at 2.3%
Inflation cools significantly to 2.3% in April, marking the lowest rate in four years despite ongoing tariff concerns. The data reflects easing grocery and gas prices but future tariff effects remain uncertain.

UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty Resigns Amid Cost Pressures
Healthcare Giant Suspends Forecast as CEO Departs
UnitedHealth Stock Plummets on Leadership Shakeup
UnitedHealth Group faces turmoil as CEO Andrew Witty steps down for personal reasons amid rising medical costs, prompting the company to suspend its full-year financial forecast and sending stock prices tumbling.

Trump to Accept $400 Million Luxury Jet from Qatar
GOP Senators Voice Concern Over Trump’s Qatar Jet Deal
Ethics Experts Sound Alarm on Trump’s Qatari Jet Gift
President Trump’s plan to accept a $400 million luxury Boeing 747 jet gift from Qatar has drawn widespread ethical concerns and bipartisan GOP unease amid fears it may violate constitutional emoluments clauses.

Sex Trafficking Trial: Diddy Faces Fresh Testimony
R&B Star Cassie Ready to Testify Against Diddy
Trial Day 1 Exposes Two Decades of Diddy Abuse Allegations
The trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs continues with disturbing witness testimonies alleging years of abuse, racketeering, and sex trafficking, with key witnesses including his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura preparing to testify.

Trump Welcomes White South African Refugees to U.S.
Episcopal Church Ends Partnership Over South African Refugees
First Batch of White Afrikaners Land in U.S. as Refugees
Trump administration welcomes white South African refugees fleeing persecution amid controversy and criticism, while some organizations like the Episcopal Church refuse participation in resettlement efforts.

Ukraine Pushes for Direct Talks as Putin Remains Silent
Zelenskyy Invites Trump to Join Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accepts an invitation for direct peace talks with Russian President Putin in Turkey, amid ongoing regional tensions and hopes for de-escalation.

Nissan to Slash 11,000 Jobs, Close Seven Plants
Honda Reports 76% Operating Profit Drop Amid Tariffs
Japan Auto Industry Hit Hard by U.S. Tariff Policies
Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan report steep profit plunges amid U.S. tariffs, with Nissan announcing plans to cut 11,000 jobs and close seven plants worldwide in response to weak sales.

DNC Votes to Void David Hogg’s Vice Chair Election
David Hogg Faces Ouster from DNC Leadership
Democratic Panel Challenges Election of David Hogg
Democratic National Committee moves to void David Hogg's election as vice chair amid internal controversies, reflecting tensions within the party over leadership and messaging strategy.

Nassau DA Blasts Cashless Bail for Letting Cruel Animal Abusers Go
Nassau District Attorney condemns cashless bail laws enabling violent animal abusers to walk free, calling for urgent reforms in New York amid rising pet abuse cases.

Coast Guard Intercepts $214M Drug Smugglers in Dramatic Raid
US Coast Guard releases dramatic drone footage of a high-stakes arrest of suspected drug smugglers in the eastern Pacific, seizing drugs valued at over $214 million.

Three Climbers Plunge to Death in Washington State
Anchor Failure Suspected in Fatal North Cascades Climb
Fourth Climber Survives After Deadly Washington Fall
Three climbers die in Washington’s North Cascades following an apparent anchor failure during rappelling, raising concerns over climbing safety protocols.

Man Arrested Over Fires at PM Keir Starmer’s Homes
Police Probe Arson Attacks Linked to UK Prime Minister
Suspect Held for Arson at Starmer-Associated Properties
Multiple fires erupt at properties linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with a 21-year-old man arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life amid ongoing investigations.

Massive Fire Rages at Baltimore Mattress Warehouse
West Baltimore Residents Evacuated Amid 7-Alarm Blaze
Baltimore continues battling a massive 7-alarm fire at a vacant mattress warehouse, forcing multiple evacuations and causing transit disruptions in the area.

Former Clinton Pollster Predicts Long Road for Democrats
Democrats Face Internal Struggles Ahead of 2028 Primary
Polls show declining support for Democrats and growing internal conflicts as former pollsters and political analysts predict tough times ahead for the party through the 2028 presidential race preparations.

EU Eyes Fresh Sanctions on Russia Despite Peace Talks
Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Peace Talks Set for Turkey
EU and international bodies prepare new sanctions against Russia amid ongoing Ukraine conflict, despite potential peace talks between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy planned in Turkey this week.

Small Nodule Found on Biden’s Prostate Triggers Evaluation
Biden’s Health Under Scrutiny After Medical Findings
Book Claims Biden Aides Discussed Wheelchair Use if Re-Elected
Deep concerns arise over Joe Biden’s health following the discovery of a small prostate nodule, prompting ongoing medical evaluation amid debates and leaks about his physical condition during his presidency.

House GOP Proposes Deep SNAP Work Requirement Shakeup
New GOP Plan Would Shift Food Stamp Costs to States
House Budget Bill Demands States Fund Portion of SNAP
House Republicans unveil major reforms to food stamp (SNAP) program, including stricter work requirements and state cost-sharing, as part of the broader tax and spending legislation tied to President Trump’s agenda.
Scientists Warn of Alarming Salmon Behavior Changes
Reports emerge of disturbed salmon behaviors linked to climate and environmental changes raising alarms about broader negative impacts on ecosystems and fishing industries worldwide.

Ukraine Unveils Russia’s New ‘BanderoL’ Cruise Missile
Russian new cruise missile 'BanderoL' details emerge amid ongoing Ukraine conflict, showcasing Moscow's military technology advancements amidst international sanctions and warfare.

Pornhub Staff Fear Jail Over Untouched Child Porn Content
Facebook whistleblower case intensifies as Pornhub employees reveal fears of criminal liability due to child pornography hosted on the platform, fueling debates on the responsibility of tech companies in content moderation.

Trump Admin Ramps Up Deportation Flights Amid Legal Wins
Judge Allows IRS to Share Tax Data for Deporting Illegal Aliens
DHS Targets California Over Federal Benefits to Illegal Immigrants
Authorities intensify efforts against illegal immigration with major arrests, deportations, and legal actions, including increased deportation flights and data sharing rulings to locate undocumented migrants.

Democrats Investigated After Storming New Jersey ICE Facility
Protesters Block Newark ICE Center Access Amidst Police Standoff
Acting US Attorney Probes Riot at NJ ICE Detention Center
Multiple arrests and investigations surround immigration protests, activist clashes at ICE detention centers, and legal battles over immigration enforcement and rights in New Jersey and beyond.

French Actor Gérard Depardieu Convicted of Sexual Assault
Depardieu Faces Landmark Verdict in Sexual Assault Trial
Depardieu Guilty in #MeToo Case Over 2021 Filming Incident
Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a 2021 film set, handed an 18-month suspended sentence, marking a significant #MeToo legal moment in France.
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