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Trump warns Putin he’s playing with fire amid Ukraine strikes

Trump ramps up heat on Kremlin: ‘Playing with fire’ warning

Trump slams Putin again as war escalates - ‘Playing with fire’

Tensions escalate as President Trump repeatedly warns Russian President Putin about the dangers of his actions amid intensified military strikes in Ukraine. The rhetoric signals rising geopolitical concerns and the possibility of increased US sanctions on Russia.

SpaceX readies gargantuan Starship for vital 9th test

SpaceX prepares for ninth Starship test flight tonight

SpaceX prepares for a major milestone with its ninth Starship test flight following two failed missions. The upcoming launch is crucial for advancing Musk’s ambitious plan for Mars exploration.

Trump halts new student visa interviews amid social media vetting

Trump administration pauses all student visa interviews

State Department orders pause of foreign student visa interviews

Amid rising national security concerns, the Trump administration suspends all new student visa interviews pending enhanced social media screening protocols, potentially impacting international education access and universities reliant on foreign students.

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s attack on NYC congestion

Judge halts Trump efforts to kill NYC congestion pricing

US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s congestion funding cuts

Federal judiciary deals setbacks to President Trump’s efforts to dismantle New York City’s congestion pricing program, blocking attempts to withhold funding and reinforce the tolling scheme to combat urban traffic congestion.

Trump moves to cancel Harvard’s remaining federal contracts

Trump administration cuts remaining federal Harvard contracts

Trump administration demands end to federal contracts with Harvard

President Trump escalates his feud with Harvard University, ordering federal agencies to cancel remaining contracts valued at $100 million, accusing the school of antisemitism and noncompliance regarding international student policies.

CDC stops recommending COVID vaccines for healthy kids, pregnant women

CDC drops COVID vaccine for healthy children and pregnant women

RFK Jr. ends COVID shot recommendations for kids, pregnant women

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., removes COVID-19 vaccines from the recommended schedule for healthy children and pregnant women, signaling a major shift in public health guidance.

NPR sues Trump administration over funding cuts

NPR sues Trump for cutting federal funding citing free speech

NPR, affiliates sue Trump administration over funding cuts

National Public Radio (NPR) and several local stations file lawsuits against the Trump administration challenging executive orders that cut federal funding, arguing violations of the First Amendment and retaliatory discrimination.

Chemical plant explosion in China kills at least five

Blast at China chemical plant kills five, injures dozens

Explosion at Chinese chemical factory claims lives, injuries

A deadly chemical plant explosion in eastern China kills at least five people, injures nineteen, and leaves several missing, highlighting ongoing industrial safety concerns in the region.

Thousands overrun US-backed aid site in Gaza amid chaos

Starving Gazans swarm US-Israeli aid distribution center

Chaos erupts as Palestinians storm new Gaza aid location

Thousands of Palestinians overwhelm a new US-Israeli aid distribution center in Gaza, leading to chaos and challenging the effectiveness of humanitarian efforts amid prolonged blockade and conflict.

Second suspect surrenders in NYC crypto kidnapping case

Second suspect detained in Bitcoin torture case in NYC

Crypto king accused of torturing man in NYC, second suspect arrested

The investigation and legal responses intensify in a high-profile cryptocurrency kidnapping and torture case in New York City, with the surrender and indictment of second suspects linked to the crime involving a Bitcoin investor.

King Charles warns Canada faces unprecedented challenges

King Charles hails ‘strong and free’ Canada amid Trump threats

King Charles defends Canada’s sovereignty from Trump

King Charles III delivers a rare 'Speech from the Throne' in Canada's Parliament, emphasizing the country's sovereignty and addressing unprecedented challenges amidst tensions with US President Donald Trump's annexation threats.

Russia seizes Ukrainian border villages amid war escalation

West lifts missile range limits for Ukraine strikes on Russia

Germany greenlights missile strikes on Russia in Ukraine support

Russian military seizes villages at Ukraine’s border as the conflict intensifies, while Western allies lift range restrictions on missile supplies to Ukraine, underscoring the escalating war and international support.

Tesla sales in Europe plunge 50% amid Musk backlash

Tesla’s monthly European sales plunge despite EV market growth

Tesla sales collapse in Europe as demand dries up

Tesla faces severe backlash in Europe as sales plunge by nearly 50% despite an overall rise in electric vehicle purchases, casting doubt on Elon Musk’s leadership amid mounting consumer resistance.

Trump media to raise $2.5 billion to buy bitcoin reserve

Trump Media plans $2.5B bitcoin purchase

Trump media firm to buy bitcoin with $2.5B raise

President Trump’s media company announces plans to raise $2.5 billion to purchase bitcoin, signaling a major push into cryptocurrency investments amid an expanding portfolio linked to the Trump family.

Trump threatens to pull funding over transgender athlete in California

Trump warns California over trans girl competing in girls sports

Trump orders withholding of funds from California on trans sports

President Trump threatens to withhold federal funding from California after the state allows a transgender athlete to compete in girls’ sports, igniting a political standoff over gender policies in athletics.

Trump pardons loyalist convicted of bribery amid scandal

Trump’s latest pardon frees ally convicted of corruption

Trump pardons tax cheat after $1M Mar-a-Lago fundraiser

Legal battles and investigations continue surrounding President Trump’s controversial pardons of allies convicted of crimes including bribery and tax fraud, raising questions about the administration’s use of executive clemency.

US consumer confidence jumps highest in years after tariff pause

Consumer sentiment rebounds amid trade truce, tariff easing

U.S. sees biggest boost in consumer confidence in years

Consumer confidence rebounds sharply in May, ending a five-month decline, fueled by optimism over trade developments and easing tariff tensions between the U.S. and China, signaling improved economic sentiment among Americans.

Federal judge halts Trump funding cut for NY congestion plan

Judge blocks Trump’s move to freeze New York congestion funds

A federal judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration’s efforts to cut federal funding tied to New York City's congestion pricing, preserving the program pending further legal proceedings and maintaining tolls on vehicles entering Manhattan.

3 shooters involved in deadly Philadelphia Memorial Day shooting

A major mass shooting during a Memorial Day event in Philadelphia leaves multiple victims dead and injured, raising concerns about gun violence and public safety during holiday gatherings.