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Edition from 2025-05-16, 1 AM UTC

Comey’s ‘86 47’ Shells Ignite Federal Probe and Political Firestorm

Former FBI Director James Comey posted a cryptic beach photo forming '86 47,' interpreted as a threat to President Trump, sparking investigations by the DHS, Secret Service, and White House backlash amid growing political tension.

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24 Hours Comey’s cryptic ‘86 47’ post triggers federal probe + Walmart warns prices to rise due to Trump tariffs + UAE pledges $1.4 trillion investment after Trump visit + FEMA admits unprepared for hurricane season starting June + Russian forces claim captures amid ongoing Ukraine fight + Supreme Court grills Trump birthright citizenship challenge + DHS seeks 20,000 National Guard for immigration crackdown + Chris Brown arrested again for alleged 2023 assault + Pregnant woman declared brain dead kept alive under Georgia law + NJ Transit strike deadline looms with talks ongoing + Senate rejects Dem effort to probe El Salvador deportations + Meta delays flagship AI model release over performance issues + FBI foils ISIS-inspired terror attack on US military base + UnitedHealth shares plunge on DOJ Medicare fraud probe + Cassie cross-examined in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial + NYU withholds diploma of pro-Palestinian graduation speaker

Number 1.4 trillion - Investment pledged by UAE in US during Trump visit

Quote "Putin doesn't want a deal, he wants victory" — Expert on Ukraine ceasefire

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Comey’s cryptic ‘86 47’ post prompts DHS probe

Feds investigate Comey over cryptic Trump message

Noem blasts Comey for ‘assassination’ call on Trump

Controversy envelops former FBI Director James Comey after posting and deleting a cryptic social media message interpreted as a threat against President Donald Trump. Multiple federal agencies have launched investigations into the incident amid political backlash.

Walmart signals price hikes amid Trump tariffs

Walmart CFO warns tariffs will force price rises

Retail giant plans price increases as tariffs bite

Walmart, the largest U.S. retailer, warns consumers that prices will rise soon due to tariffs linked to President Trump's trade policies. This signals inflationary pressure on American consumers as tariff uncertainties continue.

UAE pledges $1.4 trillion US investment post-Trump visit

Trump hails UAE ties as $200 billion deals inked

$1.4 trillion AI hub deal signed between US and UAE

During President Trump’s Middle East tour, the United Arab Emirates pledged an unprecedented $1.4 trillion investment in the U.S., highlighting growing bilateral economic ties and strategic cooperation including AI technology development.

FEMA admits unready for hurricane season

Internal FEMA report warns of disaster plan gaps

FEMA chief to shift recovery costs to states 50 percent

Federal Emergency Management Agency admits it is unprepared for the upcoming hurricane season beginning June 1, raising concerns about disaster readiness with only weeks left for vital planning and staffing completion.

Russia claims gains amid fierce Ukraine battle

Putin’s refusal to join talks clouds peace hopes

Zelenskyy sends team for talks; doubts on ceasefire

Escalating conflict in Ukraine as Russian forces claim capture of key settlements while Ukraine reports ongoing fighting. Peace talks proceed amid uncertainty with leaders voicing skepticism about ceasefire intentions.

Supreme Court grills Trump birthright citizenship order

High court wrestles with Trump’s citizenship crackdown

Justices question nationwide injunctions in Trump case

The U.S. Supreme Court hears intense arguments over President Trump's executive order aiming to end birthright citizenship, challenging federal injunctions and sparking debates on constitutional powers and immigration policies.

DHS seeks 20,000 National Guard for immigration raids

Trump admin requests NG troops for massive deportations

DHS pushes for mass immigration enforcement support

The Department of Homeland Security requests 20,000 National Guard troops to assist in an intensified immigration crackdown, signaling a significant escalation in deportation efforts under the Trump administration.

Chris Brown faces fresh UK assault charges

Singer arrested in England for alleged nightclub violence

Chris Brown charged over alleged 2023 bottle attack

R&B singer Chris Brown faces multiple arrests and charges over alleged violent assaults in the UK, highlighting ongoing legal troubles for the artist spanning incidents from 2023.

Brain-dead Georgia woman kept alive for fetus growth

Georgia hospital defies family in brain-dead pregnancy case

Family battles hospital to withdraw support from brain-dead mom

A pregnant woman declared brain dead in Georgia is being kept alive on life support per state abortion laws to allow fetal development, sparking ethical and legal debates around pregnancy and medical decisions.

NJ Transit strike looms with midnight deadline

New Jersey braces for travel chaos amid rail strike threat

The looming NJ Transit strike threatens massive travel disruptions in New Jersey as contract negotiations stall, with warnings for commuters to plan ahead to avoid being stranded during the transportation shutdown.

Senate rejects Dem bid to probe El Salvador deportations

GOP senators block Salvador deportation transparency push

The Senate blocks a Democratic resolution demanding transparency on deportations to El Salvador, signaling Republican opposition to probing human rights practices in the deportation of illegal immigrants under the Trump administration.

Meta stalls AI flagship launch over quality issues

Meta hits pause on major AI rollout amid concerns

Meta delays the rollout of its highly anticipated AI model, citing performance concerns, marking a setback in the competitive AI landscape as the company rethinks its technology deployment strategy.

FBI foils ISIS terror attack on U.S. military base

ISIS-inspired mass shooting plot nixed by FBI

The FBI thwarts a planned ISIS-inspired mass shooting at a U.S. military base, highlighting ongoing counterterrorism efforts to prevent attacks on American soil.

UnitedHealth shares dive amid DOJ Medicare probe

Justice Dept. scrutinizes UnitedHealth over fraud claims

UnitedHealth Group's shares plummet after a Wall Street Journal report reveals a possible federal criminal investigation into Medicare fraud, raising concerns among investors over the insurance giant's legal troubles.

Cassie grilled in Diddy sex trafficking trial

Legal fight heats up in Combs trial as Cassie testifies

Diddy trial turns on explosive cross-examination

Courtroom drama intensifies as Cassie Ventura faces aggressive cross-examination in highly publicized Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial involving sex trafficking and infidelity allegations spanning years.

NYU withholds diploma over pro-Palestinian speech

Grad diploma held after Israel condemnation speech

New York University withholds diploma of commencement speaker who delivered a controversial pro-Palestinian speech, sparking debate over free speech and academic sanctions amid ongoing Middle East conflict.

Severe storms and tornado watch hit Midwest

Midwest braces for historic tornado season

Heat wave sparks multi-day severe weather threat

Several severe thunderstorms and tornado alerts issued across Midwest and Plains states as record heat fuels volatile weather, threatening major metro areas like Chicago and Nashville with dangerous conditions.

Denver air traffic outage strands 20 pilots mid-air

FAA probes radio failure at Denver airport

Air traffic control loses contact in Denver for 6 minutes

Multiple air traffic control outages raise alarms after Denver International Airport experienced a communications blackout affecting up to 20 pilots. FAA investigates to uncover cause of disruptions amid growing safety concerns.

Trump megabill faces GOP rebellion in Congress

Senate warns House: Trump agenda bill needs changes

Republicans scramble to save Trump spending package

The Trump administration faces fierce resistance in Congress to pass its 'big, beautiful bill' packed with tax cuts and Medicaid reforms as internal GOP divisions and Democratic opposition threaten its progress.

Brain-dead Georgia woman must carry fetus under law

Family fights hospital over life support for pregnant mom

Georgia abortion ban forces brain-dead woman’s body to live

Pregnant Georgia woman declared brain dead placed on life support against family wishes due to state abortion ban, triggering national debate over legal and ethical implications of such policies.

Senate rejects Dem push for human rights report in El Salvador

GOP blocks Dem bid for Trump deportation transparency

Senate debates challenging human rights reports and immigration policy enforcement in El Salvador as Democrats push for transparency amid Republican opposition blocking measures targeting deportations.

Diddy trial opens with sex, drugs, and dark secrets

Cassie reveals details in explosive cross-exam

Lawyers confront Cassie with sex party texts

Celebrity trials spark headline-grabbing details as Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces sex trafficking allegations with explosive witness testimony and explicit messages revealing personal relationships and drug use.

Supreme Court debates limits on nationwide injunctions

Thomas slams trial courts’ power to freeze policies

High court skeptical of Trump’s citizenship and injunction plans

The U.S. Supreme Court faces critical decisions on nationwide injunctions limiting judicial overreach and the controversial Trump administration birthright citizenship executive order affecting immigration policy.

UnitedHealth CEO exit amid federal Medicare fraud probe

Justice Department probes UnitedHealth for Medicare issues

Federal investigation intensifies as UnitedHealth Group CEO departs amid inquiries into Medicare fraud allegations, resulting in steep stock decline and investor concern over health insurance sector's regulatory risks.

DOJ diverts DEI money to law enforcement under Bondi

The Department of Justice reallocates discretionary funds away from diversity and inclusion initiatives toward law enforcement programs, signaling a policy shift under Attorney General Pam Bondi's leadership.

Justices grill Trump team on birthright citizenship ban

Birthright case could reshape US immigration doctrine

Historic Supreme Court hearing unfolds as justices question and dissect President Trump's efforts to end birthright citizenship, scrutinizing legal boundaries and the potential impact on constitutional rights.

Smokey Robinson under probe for sexual assault claims

Six illegal immigrants charged with murder in South Carolina

High-profile individuals face criminal investigations and legal battles, including Motown legend Smokey Robinson on sexual assault allegations and several illegal immigrants charged with violent crimes, spotlighting national crime issues.

GOP rebels threaten to tank Trump’s megabill

House splits over Medicaid and tax cuts in Trump plan

Speaker Johnson tries to unite GOP on budget vote

Congressional Republicans continue internal divisions and negotiations to advance President Trump's legislative priorities amid a 'big, beautiful bill' facing skepticism over Medicaid reforms and tax policy conflicts.

NJ mayor says arrest was political stunt at ICE center

Lawyers prepare to fight trespassing charges for Newark mayor

The New Jersey mayor involved in a high-profile ICE detention center protest argues his arrest was political, while legal teams prepare motions aiming to dismiss trespassing charges amidst strenuous immigration enforcement crackdowns.

Supreme Court questions judicial power over nationwide blocks

Justice Thomas blasts inflated judicial injunction reach

Federal courts and government officials remain locked in controversy with Supreme Court justices questioning the scope of nationwide injunctions and judicial power amidst challenges to Trump administration's executive orders and birthright citizenship policies.

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