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Trump’s Historic Middle East Tour Yields Massive Boeing Deals and Breakthrough Syria Meeting

President Donald Trump's Middle East visit marks a landmark with a $200 billion Boeing jet deal from Qatar and a first in 25 years meeting with Syria’s leader, signaling a major shift in U.S. diplomacy and regional alliances amid controversy over a $400 million luxury jet gift from Qatar.

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24 Hours Trump meets Syria's new leader in historic first + Qatar inks record $200B Boeing deal amid Trump visit + Menendez brothers resentenced, eligible for parole + Federal grand jury indicts Milwaukee judge aiding illegal immigrant + EPA plans to roll back limits on forever chemicals + US overdose deaths drop 27 percent in 2024 + House Ways and Means advances GOP tax bill after marathon session + Trump accepts $400M luxury jet from Qatar despite ethics concerns + UN warns one in five Gaza residents face starvation risk + NATO rushes to boost defense spending per Trump demand + Trump's Middle East tour yields massive arms and trade deals + Democrats erupt over rogue impeachment push on Trump + Microsoft announces layoffs affecting thousands + Boeing scores massive orders from Qatar amid jet gift debate + US lab studying deadly diseases shut down after spite act + Kim Kardashian testifies in Paris robbery trial

Number 27% - Decline in U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024, largest single-year drop on record.

Quote "You're aiding and abetting the spreading of misinformation" — Keir Starmer on arson attacks

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Trump meets Syrian leader in historic first

Qatar inks record $200B Boeing jet deal amid Trump visit

Trump accepts $400M luxury jet amid ethics storm

President Donald Trump's Middle East tour focuses on historic diplomatic meetings and massive defense and trade deals, notably involving Qatar and Syria, signaling a major shift in regional relations and US foreign policy.

Judge approves reducing life sentences for Menendez brothers

Menendez brothers resentenced to 50 years to life

The Menendez brothers, convicted for murdering their parents in 1989, have had their sentences reduced, making them eligible for parole after decades, a ruling stirring debate about justice and rehabilitation.

Federal grand jury indicts Milwaukee judge aiding illegal immigrant

Grand jury indicts Wisconsin judge for helping immigrant evade ICE

Federal grand jury indicts Wisconsin judge in immigration case

Federal grand jury indicts Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan on charges of aiding an illegal immigrant to evade ICE, highlighting escalating legal actions surrounding immigration enforcement.

EPA to roll back limits on forever chemicals

EPA announces rollback on Biden-era forever chemical limits

EPA plans to weaken forever chemical drinking water limits

The Environmental Protection Agency announces plans to weaken federal guidelines on toxic 'forever chemicals' in drinking water, sparking concerns about environmental safety and regulatory rollbacks.

US overdose deaths fall 27 percent in 2024

Drug overdose deaths in US plunge 27 percent last year

US overdose deaths report shows largest one-year decline

US drug overdose deaths saw a historic 27 percent decline in 2024, marking a significant public health achievement while concerns remain about maintaining and building on this progress.

House Ways and Means advances GOP tax bill after marathon session

House panel passes GOP's tax package amid tough talks

Ways and Means clears key hurdle for Trump's tax bill

House Republicans advance a sweeping tax package dubbed the 'big, beautiful bill' after an exhaustive overnight markup session, though debates on key provisions like SALT deductions continue amidst partisan tensions.

Trump accepts $400M Qatar jet amid uproar

Ethics storm swirls around Trump’s $400M Qatar jet gift

Trump defends Qatar jet acceptance as ‘no fool would refuse’

Trump faces mounting controversy over his acceptance of a $400 million jet gifted by Qatar, raising constitutional and ethical questions amid political backlash from Democrats and some Republicans.

UN warns one in five in Gaza could starve

The United Nations warns that nearly 20 percent of Gaza's population faces starvation due to the ongoing blockade and conflict, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.

NATO rushes to boost defense spending per Trump demand

NATO moves swiftly to boost defense spending commitments in response to President Trump's demands, signaling increased military investment amid ongoing global tensions.

Democrats erupt over rogue impeachment effort on Trump

House Dems rail at ‘dumbs***’ colleague forcing Trump impeachment vote

Democratic fury mounts over rogue Trump impeachment bid

Democrats face internal strife following a rogue impeachment push against President Trump, exposing fractures and intense frustration within the party amid ongoing political battles.

Microsoft to cut 3% of workforce in layoffs

Microsoft announces a workforce reduction affecting around 3% of employees amid corporate restructuring, indicating challenges within the tech giant's growth trajectory.

US deadly disease lab shut after internal dispute

A US-based lab researching some of the world's deadliest diseases has been shut down following an internal conflict, raising concerns about continuity in vital infectious disease research.

Kim Kardashian faces robbers in Paris court

Celebrity Kim Kardashian testifies in her 2016 Paris robbery trial, reliving the traumatic event as the case progresses with heightened public interest.

Ford recalls 273K vehicles over brake line risks

Ford initiates a major recall of over 273,000 vehicles due to potential brake line failure, raising safety concerns for affected owners across the United States.

Flooded Maryland school evacuees rescued by boat

Severe flooding causes evacuation of students and staff from a Maryland elementary school, highlighting escalating weather-related risks in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Judge indicted for aiding illegal immigrant escape

Federal authorities indict Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan on charges of obstructing justice by helping an illegal immigrant evade ICE, a continuation of a high-profile case spotlighting judicial accountability.

Israeli strikes kill dozens in northern Gaza

Israeli attacks leave heavy casualties in Gaza

Israeli airstrikes intensify in Gaza, causing numerous casualties including children, as international calls for calm continue amid a deepening humanitarian crisis.

House GOP pushes tax cuts forward amid contentious talks

House Ways and Means clears GOP tax bill

House Republicans advance tax-cut packages facing ongoing debates over provisions like SALT deductions, amid the political struggle to pass President Trump's economic agenda.

NJ Transit strike looms amid ongoing talks

Commuters face possible NJ Transit work stoppage

New Jersey braces for a potential transit strike as negotiations between NJ Transit and train engineers continue, threatening disruption for commuters.

Federal judge okays Trump use of Alien Enemies Act

Trump-appointed judge approves deportations under Alien Enemies Act

A federal court allows President Donald Trump to use the Alien Enemies Act to deport members of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang, expanding executive power in immigration enforcement.

El Chapo family enters US under Trump deal

17 cartel kin escorted into US amid alleged Trump agreement

Family members of notorious drug lord El Chapo have entered the US as part of a deal with the Trump administration, raising alarms about cartel influence and federal negotiations.

Trump brands Schumer ‘a Palestinian’ amid feud

Trump claims Schumer has ‘lost confidence’ in him

President Trump faces criticism and defense for his inflammatory remarks about Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, intensifying political tensions at the national level.

US-China tariff pause boosts China factories’ hopes

Trade deal softens tariff blows but uncertainty lingers

Trade tensions ease as US and China agree to a temporary tariff truce, bringing relief to China’s factory sector while uncertainties remain in global markets.

MLB lifts lifetime ban on Pete Rose and Joe Jackson

Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe set for Hall of Fame eligibility

Major League Baseball reinstates legendary players Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson, making them eligible for Hall of Fame induction after previously long-standing bans.

Microsoft to lay off thousands amid market shifts

AMD approves $6B share buyback; shares surge

Microsoft's technology sector sees workforce reductions, and AMD announces a $6 billion stock buyback to boost investor confidence amid evolving market conditions.

Radar controller shortage grounds Newark flights

FAA grilled over Newark air traffic control failures

Air traffic control shortages cause severe delays and safety concerns at Newark airport, prompting urgent calls for modernization and staffing increases.

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