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Trump slashes half of National Security Council staff in shakeup

White House slashes National Security Council staff amid overhaul

Trump administration fires 100 NSC staffers with short notice

President Trump has initiated a major restructuring of the National Security Council, cutting staff by half as part of a shakeup led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. These changes reflect significant shifts in U.S. foreign policy and national security planning.

Russia launches massive missile and drone attacks on Kyiv overnight

Russia and Ukraine swap nearly 800 prisoners in major exchange

Kyiv hit by Russian strikes amid largest prisoner swap of war

Russia launched a massive missile and drone assault on Kyiv just hours after a major prisoner exchange with Ukraine, marking one of the heaviest attacks on the Ukrainian capital in years amid ongoing conflict.

Federal judge orders Trump admin to return deported Guatemalan

Judge demands Trump administration return man wrongly deported to Mexico

Trump administration ordered to pursue return of deported Guatemalan

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of a Guatemalan man wrongfully deported to Mexico, citing violations of due process and concerns over his safety if sent back to Mexico.

Trump greenlights US Steel-Nippon Steel partnership deal

Trump backs partnership between US Steel and Nippon Steel

US Steel shares surge on Trump-endorsed Nippon deal

U.S. Steel and Japan’s Nippon Steel have reached a deal to form a partnership, cleared by President Trump. The deal aims to keep U.S. Steel’s headquarters in Pittsburgh and promises job creation amid industry consolidation.

Trump warns of 50% tariffs on EU imports and slaps Apple with 25%

Trump aims tariff threats at Apple, sends markets spiraling

EU pushes back after Trump tariff threats, vows to defend interests

President Trump threatens steep tariffs of 50% on EU goods and 25% on Apple products made overseas, escalating trade tensions and causing ripples in global markets.

Trump delivers fiery commencement address at West Point

Trump calls West Point grads winners in rally-style speech

Trump slams DEI programs and immigration in West Point rant

President Trump delivered a charged commencement speech at West Point, praising the military and denouncing previous administrations, while emphasizing an America First military vision.

Biden makes first appearance since cancer diagnosis

Biden seen in public for first time since aggressive cancer reveal

Former President Joe Biden has made his first public appearance since revealing his cancer diagnosis, attending his grandson's graduation, showing a resilient public image amid health concerns.

Boeing deals with DOJ to avoid prosecution over 737 Max crashes

Justice Department drops felony case against Boeing for crashes

DOJ reaches deal letting Boeing escape felony charges

Boeing reaches a $1.1 billion agreement with the Department of Justice to avoid prosecution over two deadly 737 Max crashes, addressing criminal liability concerns with a substantial settlement.

Power outage disrupts Cannes Film Festival amid arson probe

Major blackout hits Cannes festival and southern France traffic

French police probe arson after Cannes power outage

A major power outage disrupts the Cannes Film Festival and traffic in southeastern France, with authorities investigating possible arson as the cause of the widespread blackout.

Illinois acquires crucial land for invasive carp prevention

Illinois finalizes land acquisition for stalled invasive carp prevention project, marking progress in environmental protection efforts aimed at protecting the Great Lakes ecosystem.

NYPD shuts down dozens of social media accounts after audit

NYPD shuts down dozens of social media accounts after audit finds poor oversight, aiming to tighten security and prevent misuse of online platforms by law enforcement.

Judge blocks Trump order targeting major law firm Jenner & Block

Federal judge halts Trump’s attack on Jenner & Block law firm

Federal judge blocks Trump executive order targeting prominent law firm Jenner & Block, ruling the administration's move unconstitutional and halting enforcement.

Declassified: Biden administration labeled COVID dissenters violent extremists

Biden regime branded opposing COVID policies domestic extremists

Declassified documents reveal Biden administration labeled opponents of COVID-19 mandates as 'domestic violent extremists,' fueling controversy over the administration's response to dissent.

Mother awarded $2.25M in wrongful death suit over 5-year-old killing

Wrongful death lawsuit against New Hampshire results in $2.25 million award to mother of murdered five-year-old, marking a significant legal victory over state negligence claims.

Trump administration eases sanctions on Syria

US moves to lift Syria sanctions in major policy shift

The Trump administration eases long-standing sanctions on Syria, fulfilling campaign promises and aiming to support humanitarian and economic recovery in the war-torn country.

US-Iran nuclear talks end without deal amid cautious optimism

Iran, US end fifth nuclear negotiation round in Rome

U.S. and Iran conclude a fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome with officials expressing cautious optimism, yet no definitive agreement reached on uranium enrichment limits.

Billy Joel cancels concerts after brain disorder diagnosis

Billy Joel halts tour amid devastating health news

Musician Billy Joel cancels all upcoming tour dates following diagnosis with a brain disorder affecting key senses, shocking fans and signaling a major career pause.

Germany sends troops to Lithuania to defend NATO border

Germany may reinstate draft if volunteer numbers fall short

Germany deploys troops to Lithuania to bolster NATO's eastern frontier, reinforcing defense amid rising tensions with Russia and security concerns in the region.

Massive outage hits Elon Musk’s X platform worldwide

X down for tens of thousands amid data center fire

Thousands report X platform outage after Oregon fire

Elon Musk’s social media platform X suffers significant global outages linked to a fire in Oregon data center, disrupting service for tens of thousands of users.

Texas advances proposed ban on minors using social media

Texas Senate moves closer to passing a ban on social media use by minors, reigniting national debate over platform restrictions and youth online safety.

Female suspect arrested after 18 hurt in Hamburg stabbing spree

Hamburg knifewoman apprehended following brutal train station attack

A stabbing attack at Hamburg Central Station injures at least 18 people with a female suspect detained, increasing concerns over public safety in Germany.

Trump signs orders to boost nuclear energy and reform NRC

Trump launches nuclear industry blitz with executive actions

Trump’s nuclear power push aims to quadruple output by 2050

President Trump signs a series of executive orders to expand nuclear energy production in the U.S. and overhaul the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, aiming to kickstart an 'American nuclear renaissance'.

Judge blocks Trump ban on Harvard enrolling foreign students

Federal judge issues restraining order stopping Harvard student ban

Trump barred temporarily from revoking Harvard foreign student rights

A Federal judge blocks the Trump administration’s order preventing Harvard University from enrolling international students, delaying enforcement and marking a significant legal challenge.

US still reports 350 COVID deaths per week amid variant surge

Nearly nine people die of COVID weekly in the U.S. despite vaccines, prompting concerns over new variants driving surges even as public vigilance declines.

Runway lights out before fatal San Diego plane crash revealed

Faulty airport systems under scrutiny after deadly California crash

Aircraft runway lights and weather alert systems were inoperable before a fatal San Diego plane crash, raising questions about safety procedures and factors contributing to the tragedy.

Five years after Floyd, police killings keep rising in US

The Biden administration is under criticism as new data shows rising police killings five years after George Floyd’s death, challenging progress on police reform efforts.

Supreme Court allows Trump to fire agency heads except Fed officials

A federal judge has ruled that President Trump can remove agency heads without cause, except for Federal Reserve officials, giving the president far-reaching control over federal appointments.