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Trump-Putin Call Sparks Immediate Ukraine Ceasefire Talks

Following a lengthy two-hour phone call, President Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine would begin immediate negotiations toward a ceasefire, marking a potential breakthrough in the ongoing conflict.

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24 Hours Trump questions timing of Biden cancer news + Senate advances bipartisan crypto regulation + Mortgage rates surge past 7 percent + Nationals split from Liberals, coalition ends + Trump signs revenge porn, deepfake bill + Supreme Court allows Trump to strip Venezuelan protections + DOJ charges Dem Rep LaMonica McIver with assault + Four escaped New Orleans inmates captured, six at large + Trump holds two-hour call with Putin, peace talks start + Mexico Navy ship hits Brooklyn Bridge, no major damage + GM halts US vehicle exports to China amid tensions + Moody's downgrades US credit rating, markets react + Palm Springs fertility clinic bomber identified + Trump awards first-ever Medals of Sacrifice to fallen officers + Kennedy Center drops woke shows under Trump + Aid trucks enter Gaza after months of blockade

Number 7% - US mortgage rates climb above 7 percent for first time since credit downgrade.

Quote "There are things going on that the public wasn’t informed, and I think somebody is going to have to speak to his doctor." — President Donald Trump on Biden's cancer diagnosis

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TOPICS

Biden’s cancer diagnosis stirs cover-up accusations

Experts suggest Biden had cancer years before report

Medical voices question timing of Biden’s cancer reveal

Former President Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis sparks controversies including delays in public disclosure, political speculation, and expert medical analysis regarding the cancer's progression and potential cover-up.

Trump questions why Biden’s cancer wasn’t announced sooner

Trump speculates on Biden’s cancer timeline and calls for probe

Trump touts own health amid Biden cancer debate

President Donald Trump reacts to Biden's cancer diagnosis with sympathy mixed with conspiracy and criticism, while also promoting his own health status and calling for investigations related to Biden’s medical disclosures.

Senate advances landmark crypto regulation bill

Stablecoin regulation moves forward in Senate vote

Senate passes major bipartisan crypto oversight package

The Senate advances breakthrough bipartisan legislation to regulate cryptocurrency, including stablecoins, overcoming previous Democratic opposition and marking a significant step toward formal crypto oversight.

Mortgage rates surge past 7 percent after downgrade

Mortgage rates cross above 7 percent amid market jitters

Mortgage rates climb following US credit rating cut

Mortgage rates in the US climb above 7 percent following the credit rating downgrade by Moody's, signaling increased borrowing costs and affecting the housing market outlook.

Coalition collapses as Nationals split from Liberals

Australian political landscape shifts as the Coalition ends with Nationals splitting from Liberals after electoral losses, signaling major realignment in right-wing parties.

Trump signs revenge porn and deepfake ban into law

Trump and Melania sign bill targeting online sexual exploitation

Take It Down Act passed: Revenge porn a federal crime now

President Donald Trump enacts the Take It Down Act into law, criminalizing revenge porn and deepfake explicit content, supported by First Lady Melania Trump, aiming to protect victims from digital exploitation.

Supreme Court allows Trump to strip Venezuelan protections

SCOTUS backs Trump on ending protected status for Venezuelans

Court sides with Trump in immigration status revocation fight

Supreme Court delivers multiple rulings supporting President Trump’s immigration policies, including allowing the revocation of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelan migrants, paving way for deportations.

DOJ charges Rep. McIver over ICE facility scuffle

Congresswoman charged with assault after ICE protest clash

Charges dropped against Newark mayor after ICE confrontation

Democratic Congressman LaMonica McIver faces federal charges for alleged assault on law enforcement during a protest at an ICE detention center in New Jersey, while related misdemeanor charges against Newark mayor are dropped.

Four New Orleans escapees caught, six still on the run

Manhunt ongoing for six New Orleans inmates after jailbreak

Authorities hunt for seven fugitives from New Orleans prison

A massive jailbreak in New Orleans sees ten inmates escape; four have been recaptured while six remain at large, prompting a multistate manhunt for the dangerous fugitives.

Trump, Putin hold lengthy call; peace talks to start

Ukraine-Russia talks to begin immediately after Trump call

Trump announces ceasefire talks after Putin call

President Donald Trump holds a two-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, announcing immediate talks toward a Ukraine-Russia ceasefire, signaling a potential breakthrough in ending the ongoing conflict.

Mexican navy ship hits Brooklyn Bridge, two dead

No structural damage to Brooklyn Bridge after ship crash

Brooklyn Bridge intact despite Mexican ship collision

Mexican Navy training vessel crashes into the Brooklyn Bridge resulting in two fatalities; investigations reveal no major structural damage to the historic landmark.

GM stops exporting vehicles to China amid trade dispute

GM joins Ford in halting China vehicle exports

Trade tensions hit as GM freezes China exports

General Motors halts U.S. vehicle exports to China amid escalating trade tensions and potential tariffs; marking a significant development in U.S.-China trade relations.

Markets jitter after Moody’s downgrades US credit

Stocks and bonds fall following Moody’s downgrade

Investors shrug as US credit rating slips

Moody’s downgrade of the U.S. credit rating sparks cautious market reactions with stocks, bonds, and Treasury yields fluctuating amid economic uncertainty and concerns over rising debt.

Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing suspect ID’d

Fertility clinic bomber linked to anti-natalist manifesto

FBI confirms suspect in fertility clinic blast

The suspect behind the deadly bombing at a California fertility clinic has been identified; authorities investigate motives tied to extremist anti-natal ideology.

Trump presents inaugural Medals of Sacrifice to fallen officers

Trump honors three slain Florida law enforcement officers

First Medals of Sacrifice awarded at White House ceremony

President Donald Trump awards first-ever Medals of Sacrifice to families of slain law enforcement officers in Palm Beach, honoring their ultimate sacrifice.

Kennedy Center drops woke shows, promotes family-friendly lineup

Trump remakes the Kennedy Center’s programming

Kennedy Center lineup expands Broadway, family content

Under President Trump, the Kennedy Center shifts away from woke programming toward family-friendly shows, reflecting broader cultural changes promoted by new leadership.

Aid trucks enter Gaza after months-long blockade

Netanyahu admits food crisis in Gaza amid aid delivery

UN calls Gaza aid delivery 'wholly inadequate'

Humanitarian aid trucks allowed into Gaza for the first time in months amid intense international pressure; Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu acknowledges hunger crisis.

GOP pushes ‘big, beautiful bill’ through committee

House panel advances Trump’s massive budget package

Budget committee passes Trump’s sweeping tax and spending plan

House Republicans advance President Trump's large budget bill, dubbed the 'big, beautiful bill,' despite internal divisions and opposition, aiming to enact significant tax and spending policies.

White House pushes back after Trump’s Walmart rant

Trump warns Walmart against raising prices over tariffs

Tariff-row: Trump doubles down on Walmart over price hikes

White House struggles to manage fallout from Trump’s public criticism of Walmart over tariffs, amid concerns about rising prices and supply chain issues affecting consumers.

Deadly attack targets US fertility clinic amid rising violence

World’s first human bladder transplant performed in California

Israel launches major ground offensive in Gaza Strip

Geopolitical disputes and health emergencies headline global news with bombings linked to extremist ideologies, escalating conflict in Gaza, and medical breakthroughs including first bladder transplant surgeries.

Tornadoes kill dozens across Midwest; FEMA faces staffing cuts

Greer Fire scorches over 20,000 acres in Arizona

Mass brawl erupts at New Jersey mall, police intervene

Disasters and crimes challenge public safety as tornadoes devastate parts of the US Midwest, wildfires rage in Arizona, and violent incidents unfold in urban centers requiring federal response.

CBS News CEO Wendy McMahon resigns amid Trump lawsuit battle

Diddy trial resumes with new witness testimony

Dem lawmaker charged after ICE detention center protest

Political and legal turmoil surrounds media organizations, including resignations at CBS News amid tensions over lawsuits with President Trump, plus high-profile trials and controversial public statements from political figures.

Severe storms sweep Midwest after deadly tornado outbreak

More storms forecast across central U.S. amid recovery

FAA investigates recent air traffic control outages in Newark

Natural disasters and severe weather impact multiple U.S. states, leading to fatalities, infrastructural challenges, and ongoing investigations into public safety protocol and responses.

Freedom Caucus warns spending bill faces hurdles

GOP infighting threatens passage of Trump’s budget plan

Conservatives push for changes in ‘big, beautiful bill’

Internal political strife and shifting alliances characterize GOP efforts to pass significant budget legislation, with conservative factions signaling skepticism and calls for major spending cuts.

Israel intensifies Gaza offensive amid international outrage

European allies threaten sanctions over Gaza operations

UN calls for immediate release of hostages in conflict zones

Humanitarian crises and geopolitical tensions intensify around the world, from Israeli military operations and aid restrictions in Gaza to diplomatic efforts and opposition to sanctions in Europe.

Judge halts Trump efforts to gut Institute of Peace

Trump administration settles Ashli Babbitt wrongful death suit

Federal court rules DOJ takeover of US Institute of Peace unlawful

Debates and legal rulings shake U.S. institutions as the Supreme Court blocks attempts to dismantle the U.S. Institute of Peace and deals are made to settle high-profile lawsuits including the Ashli Babbitt wrongful death claim.

Trump calls for probes into Kamala Harris celebrity payments

House GOP targets Comey after assassination post

FEC complaint filed against Dem Rep Vindman

Emerging controversies include political scandals around advice to youth, electoral strategy assaults, and conflicts over the integrity of election processes and political campaigns, with ongoing investigations.

China’s economy falters under Trump tariffs’ pressure

Nippon Steel ups investment in US Steel with $14 billion package

China warns US against chip restrictions amid trade talks

Major economies face challenges as China struggles with growth amid disputes over US chip exports, while firms like Nippon Steel increase investments in the U.S. amid shifting trade dynamics.

New book exposes Biden’s cognitive decline cover-up

Congress probes leak and autopen use in Biden White House

Biden’s health and mental capacity scrutiny escalates

Legal and ethical concerns arise around the Biden administration’s handling of health disclosures, with new books revealing cover-ups, debates over presidential fitness, and congressional probes into secrecy.

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