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Trump closes Mideast tour with $1.4T UAE US investment deal

Trump seeks Putin meeting after Russia-Ukraine peace talks fail

Trump wraps Mideast trip as Gaza airstrikes kill hundreds

President Donald Trump is concluding a significant Middle East tour focused on economic deals and diplomatic outreach, including a large investment pledge from the UAE and expressed readiness to meet Putin amid ongoing regional conflicts.

SCOTUS grills Trump on birthright citizenship ban

Justices question Trump admin over birthright order

Supreme Court wrestles Trump birthright citizenship order

The Supreme Court is scrutinizing President Trump's executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship, raising constitutional debates and questioning the extent of nationwide injunctions issued by lower courts.

FBI probes ex-Director Comey for cryptic '86 47' post

Comey deletes '86 47' post following investigation call

Secret Service examines Comey’s social media post on Trump

Former FBI Director James Comey is under federal investigation after posting an Instagram image with cryptic '86 47' message interpreted as a threat against President Trump, stirring political controversy and legal scrutiny.

NJ Transit engineers strike halts commuter trains

Engineers strike leaves 350000 NJ commuters stranded

NJ Transit strike underway as contract talks collapse

New Jersey Transit train engineers have initiated a strike that halts rail service for approximately 350,000 commuters, leading to significant travel disruptions and prompting alternative transportation plans.

House GOP feud threatens Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ bill

GOP faces revolt over Medicaid cuts in Trump budget bill

House GOP accelerates Medicaid work rules to placate holdouts

House Republicans are facing internal conflict over President Trump's proposed domestic policy bill, particularly disputes over tax breaks for the wealthy and Medicaid work requirements, threatening the bill's progress.

Smokey Robinson criminally investigated over sexual assault

LA cops open probe into Smokey Robinson rape claims

Motown star Smokey Robinson faces criminal assault inquiry

Multiple sexual assault allegations have been made against Motown legend Smokey Robinson, prompting a criminal investigation by Los Angeles authorities.

Cassie grilled in Diddy sex trafficking trial

Diddy attorneys confront Cassie with explicit texts

Cassie forced to read explicit messages in Combs trial

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces a sex trafficking trial with intense cross-examination of ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, revealing explicit text messages and allegations of abuse as the defense seeks to undermine the prosecution’s case.

DHS seeks 20,000 National Guard for immigration crackdown

Trump requests National Guard aid for mass deportations

DHS wants thousands of troops to help with interior enforcement

President Trump’s administration requested 20,000 National Guard troops to assist with interior immigration enforcement amid efforts to intensify deportations, stirring political debate about federal immigration policies.

Fortnite offline on iOS globally after Apple blocks app

Epic Games says Apple blocks Fortnite return on iPhones

The Fortnite app was removed from iOS devices worldwide after Apple blocked Epic Games' latest submission for the App Store, leaving users without access and escalating the ongoing dispute between the two companies.

US stock futures edge higher on trade deal hopes

Stock futures climb as inflation eases and trade warms

U.S. stock futures are rising influenced by trade optimism between the U.S. and China and recent inflation relief, signaling the likelihood of the stock market ending the week on a positive note.

Kentucky Senate hopeful hit with ethics probe

A federal ethics investigation targets a Kentucky Senate candidate, raising questions about possible misconduct and complicating the hotly contested race in the region.

Dems Demand Trillions in Reparations Now

Congressional Democrats revive reparations push

Democratic legislators have resurrected calls for reparations, pushing for trillions in payments to address historical injustices faced by African American families.

Undocumented teen faces deportation over traffic charge

A 19-year-old undocumented Mexican student faces deportation over a contested traffic violation, reigniting discussions about immigration enforcement priorities under the Trump administration.

Justice Thomas slams nationwide injunctions in SCOTUS hearing

Supreme Court carefully weighs limits on injunction power

SCOTUS eyes nationwide injunctions amid Trump exec orders

The Supreme Court is debating broad authority on nationwide injunctions, impacting President Trump’s efforts to enforce executive orders. Justice Thomas sharply questioned the legal basis during proceedings.

House GOP speeds Medicaid work mandates to calm conservatives

GOP leaders ready Medicaid reforms in Trump reconciliation bill

Scalise vows to accelerate Medicaid work rules rollout

House Republicans are hastening the implementation of Medicaid work requirements in their budget plan to secure party support, reflecting internal pressures and conservative demands.

Baby given first-ever personalized gene editing treatment

Gene editing aids infant with rare fatal disorder

World’s first custom CRISPR therapy shows infant progress

A baby with a rare genetic disorder has received the world’s first personalized CRISPR gene-editing treatment, marking a milestone in medical science with promising early results.

Trump tariffs spark price jump warnings from top retailers

Senate lawmakers block arms sales to Qatar amid Trump jet flap

Critics slam Trump’s Gulf arms deals boosting personal ties

The U.S. sees ongoing debates and investigations into Trump administration policies, including tariff impacts on the economy, disputed arms deals, and political conflicts over legislation.

Democrats face Biden mental sharpness questions amid cover-up claims

Dems dodge answering Biden's mental health issues

DNC vice chair lashes out at fellow leaders over honesty on Biden

Democrats are increasingly questioned and criticized over concerns about President Biden’s mental acuity and related cover-ups, fueling party tensions and challenges going forward.

United Nations warns slower economic growth amid US-China trade tensions

Global markets recover despite tariff fears

Tariff war disrupts global shipping routes and prices

The global stock and economic outlook is impacted by Trump's tariffs and trade policies, with new data showing mixed effects on inflation, growth, and corporate actions.

Rubio warns Iran nearing nuclear weapon threshold

Senate GOP demands 5% defense spending target from NATO allies

Diplomatic efforts continue amid Ukraine peace talks stalling

Key U.S. senators, including Rubio, stress allied commitments to defense spending and address nuclear threats, while engaging in ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate conflicts in Ukraine and elsewhere.

GOP megabill facing fracturing as holdouts dig in hard

Senate GOP signals bill won’t pass without changes

Speaker Johnson hustles to win GOP support for Trump agenda bill

An intense political dispute surrounds Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ as internal GOP opposition grows and Senate gives ultimatums, raising uncertainty about the bill’s passage and future of legislative agenda.

Sean Diddy's trial heats up with cross-examination of Cassie

Cassie endures probing questions in Combs sex trafficking case

Lawyers confront Cassie with sex texts in Diddy courtroom battle

The trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs features detailed scrutiny of alleged abuse, with former girlfriend Cassie Ventura facing tough cross-examination over explicit communication and involvement.

Major frozen breakfast product recalled amid plastic fear

LA County faces hepatitis A outbreak surge, officials warn

Warning issued over unlicensed nasal tanning sprays

Health and safety alerts include an FDA recall of plastic-contaminated breakfast items, a rising hepatitis A outbreak in LA, and warnings over unlicensed nasal tanning sprays impacting consumer safety.

Comey’s cryptic '86 47' post sparks probe, outrage ensues

TikTok to introduce meditation breaks for teens after 10PM

FBI warns of AI voice scams impersonating US officials

Controversy arises over social media posts, including James Comey’s '86 47' message and TikTok facing criticism and adding guided meditation for teens amid mental health concerns.

Newark Mayor arrested in ICE protest case, fights charges

Mayor’s arrest seen by lawyers as targeted political move

Judge appears in court amid growing immigration crackdown

Unrest and legal fallout follow Newark Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest at a protest, with claims of targeted prosecution, while immigration enforcement cases continue to draw attention.

Tiffany Trump welcomes baby boy, Trump’s 11th grandchild

Trump’s daughter Tiffany gives birth; 11th grandchild arrives

New grandmother Tiffany Trump shares baby news

President Trump’s daughter Tiffany Trump and husband Michael Boulos announce birth of their first child, making Trump a grandfather for the 11th time.

Japan’s economy shrinks amid Trump tariffs and export drop

Japanese GDP contracts more than expected in Q1 2025

Japan faces bumpy economic road amid U.S.-led trade war

Japan’s economy contracts unexpectedly due to falling exports and the impact of U.S. trade policies, facing economic headwinds in the first quarter of 2025.

Senate GOP speeds Trump nominee confirmations amid Dem opposition

GOP Senate races ahead with Trump picks despite historic hurdles

Senate Republicans move quickly to confirm President Trump's nominees despite unprecedented roadblocks from Democrats, aiming to solidify the administration's agenda.