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Trump revives trade war: 50% tariffs on EU, Apple in crosshairs

Trump warns Apple and Samsung: Move production to US or pay up

Markets jitter as Trump’s tariff threats shake global trade

President Trump escalates trade tensions by threatening steep tariffs on European Union goods and Apple iPhones, expanding trade war risks amid market uncertainty.

Russia hits Kyiv with massive strikes as prisoner swap proceeds

Kyiv under heavy drone and missile fire; 15+ injured

Ukraine responds with record drone attacks on Russian targets

Russia intensifies missile and drone attacks on Kyiv amid Ukraine-Russia prisoner exchange, escalating tensions as fighting continues around the capital.

Judge blocks Trump ban on Harvard foreign students

Federal judge slams Trump order against Jenner & Block

Court stops Trump executive order punishing major law firm

Federal courts block multiple Trump executive orders targeting law firms and Harvard University’s international student program, halting the administration’s aggressive legal actions.

Trump orders nuclear power boom: ‘American nuclear renaissance’

US nuclear stocks surge after Trump’s energy executive orders

Trump signs orders to speed nuclear reactor deployment

President Trump signs executive orders to overhaul nuclear industry, aiming for a domestic nuclear power surge and regulatory easing amid growing energy demands.

Billy Joel cancels tour amid devastating brain disorder

Billy Joel reveals brain condition diagnosis, halts concerts

Billy Joel shares heartbreaking health update, cancels shows

Billy Joel cancels all upcoming concerts following diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus, a brain disorder impacting hearing, vision, and balance.

Woman held after knife rampage injures 18 at Hamburg station

Twelve injured in stabbing spree at Hamburg railway hub

Suspect detained following brutal knife attack in Hamburg

Mass stabbing at Hamburg train station injures over a dozen; authorities arrest a female suspect amid life-threatening injuries reported.

Trump greenlights US Steel-Nippon deal, jobs promised

US Steel-Nippon Steel partnership gets Trump’s nod

Trump backs Nippon Steel-US Steel merger, keeps HQ in PA

President Trump endorses partnership between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel, approving merger that will keep company headquartered in Pittsburgh and create jobs.

DOJ deal lets Boeing dodge felony charges over deadly 737 Max

Boeing settles with US over 737 Max crashes, avoids trial

Justice Department confirms deal allowing Boeing prosecution dodge

The Justice Department and Boeing reach a significant settlement allowing Boeing to avoid prosecution over fatal 737 Max crashes, including billions in penalties and victim funds.

Federal judge grants restraining order against Trump’s Harvard ban

Judge blocks Trump attempt to end Harvard foreign student visas

Court halts DHS revocation of Harvard’s international student status

Multiple U.S. federal judges quickly block Trump administration efforts to ban international students from attending Harvard University amid ongoing legal battles.

Russia-Ukraine swap nearly 800 prisoners in massive deal

Ukraine and Russia begin largest prisoner-of-war exchange yet

Peace hopes dim despite major Ukraine-Russia prisoner swap

Major prisoner exchange begins between Russia and Ukraine, with nearly 800 soldiers and civilians swapped, marking the largest such exchange since the war's onset.

White House cuts National Security Council staff by 50 percent

Trump slashes NSC in major shakeup amid political turmoil

More firings at National Security Council as reshuffle deepens

White House announces major cuts and restructuring of National Security Council, slashing staff by half amid ongoing organizational overhaul.

Trump administration lifts sanctions on Syria, first steps taken

US eases Syria sanctions in major policy U-turn

Sanctions relief announced to aid Syria rebuilding efforts

Sanctions relief steps announced by Trump administration toward Syria, aiming to ease decades-long penalties and encourage stability in the war-torn nation.

ICE arrests migrants at courthouses amid crackdown surge

Expanding fast-track deportations follow courtroom arrests

ICE’s new strategy: pick up immigrants post-hearings

Federal immigration officials launch surprise courthouse arrests and fast-track deportations, intensifying immigration enforcement nationwide.

Federal judge stops Trump’s move to bar Harvard foreign students

Judge grants temporary order to halt Harvard foreign student ban

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from banning international students at Harvard, halting revocation of student visa program amid lawsuit.

Runway light failures raise questions in San Diego fatal crash

Small plane hits power lines before deadly San Diego crash

Six confirmed dead in San Diego plane crash, investigation underway

San Diego plane crash investigation ongoing as officials examine fog, airport light failures, confirming all six aboard perished including notable music figures.

DOJ deal lets Boeing dodge felony charges over deadly 737 Max

Justice Department reaches settlement to spare Boeing trial

Boeing agrees to pay $1.1B to resolve crash prosecution

DOJ reaches deal with Boeing to avoid prosecution in 737 Max crash fraud case, agreeing to pay over $1 billion including victim compensation funds.

United Airlines reaches tentative deal with flight attendants

Flight attendants tentatively approve historic United labor pact

United and union near industry-best contract agreement

United Airlines strikes tentative industry-leading labor deal with flight attendants aiming to improve pay and working conditions across the carrier.

Federal judge halts Trump executive order punishing Jenner & Block

Judiciary blocks Trump orders targeting law firms in retaliation

Judge permanently blocks Trump punishment of Jenner & Block

Legal challenges continue against Trump administration’s targeting of law firms perceived as opposing the president; courts block enforcement of controversial orders.

Billy Joel cancels global tour after brain disorder diagnosis

Billy Joel halts performances amid normal pressure hydrocephalus

Billy Joel cancels shows to treat degenerative brain condition

Prominent musician Billy Joel cancels concerts worldwide due to brain disorder that impacts his sensory and motor functions, marking significant moment in his career.

Federal judge blocks Trump agency mass layoffs plan

Court stops Trump administration reorganization of agencies

Judge issues temporary injunction blocking Trump administration’s mass layoffs and restructuring plans across multiple federal agencies, citing constitutional concerns.

New Orleans arrests in jail escape probe widen

Fulton County GOP nominees blocked amid corruption claims

Chicago mayor under DOJ probe for alleged racial hiring bias

Human rights and civil liberties challenged amid immigration enforcement actions, including arrests and allegations of racial discrimination in U.S. cities.

Trump’s crypto dinner slammed as corrupt, food labeled awful

Exclusive: Trump’s $148M memecoin dinner marred by poor fare

Crypto investors pay big at Trump gala but get lukewarm reception

Nebulous federal lawsuits and settlements unfold connected to political and ideological conflicts, with notable controversies around Trump’s crypto dinner and related events.

Illegal immigrant indicted for voting fraud and welfare theft

Illegal migrant nabbed after decades in US convicted of fraud

Controversies emerge over immigration policies and enforcement, including new ICE tactics, migrant lawsuits, and public backlash against deportation initiatives.

US, Iran nuclear talks end with some but no conclusive progress

No breakthrough yet in fifth round of US-Iran nuclear negotiations

Omani mediator reports limited movement in Iran-US talks

U.S.-Iran nuclear talks continue with limited progress, signaling ongoing challenges in reaching a comprehensive deal amid rising tensions.

Trump administration fires over 100 National Security Council staff

NSC staff cuts continue amid White House reorganization

Massive NSC overhaul leaves staff scrambling in White House shakeup

White House faces backlash for dismantling and downsizing National Security Council, with more than 100 staff fired or placed on leave in sweeping White House overhaul.

Florida woman charged after assaulting elderly MAGA supporter

Controversial Milwaukee judge caught on video confronting ICE

Judge Hannah Dugan indicted amid immigration enforcement tussles

Public safety and legal controversies rise: Florida woman attacks elderly Trump supporter; Milwaukee judge confronts ICE agents; legal battles over immigrant rights intensify.

Harvard sues Trump administration to preserve foreign student access

Harvard fights Trump admin over loss of foreign student visas

Harvard sues to block Trump’s foreign student enrollment ban

Harvard University challenges Trump administration’s actions, filing lawsuits to protect international students enrollment amid federal visa program restrictions.

US Mint places last penny order ahead of coin’s end

End of the penny: Treasury moves to halt coin production

Treasury set to scrap penny after final batch manufactured

The US Mint announces the final order of pennies, signaling end to penny production as government moves to reduce costs and phase out the coin by next year.

Two Israeli embassy staffers murdered in D.C. terror attack

Gunman charged over slayings of Jewish Museum workers in Washington

Rising anti-Semitic violence prompts security reassessments

Gun violence and terror attacks shake communities with high-profile killings, including slayings of two Israeli embassy staffers in D.C. and multiple violent incidents enhancing security concerns.