Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on EU and 25% on Apple as Trade War Escalates
President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 50% tariff on European Union imports and 25% tariff on Apple iPhones not made in the US, intensifying a global trade conflict that rattled markets and alarmed international leaders.
24 Hours Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU imports + Harvard sues Trump administration over foreign students ban + Large Ukraine-Russia prisoner swap underway + Apple stock tumbles on Trump tariff threat + Federal judge blocks Trump effort to end Harvard foreign enrollment + Trump plans nuclear power executive orders + Israeli embassy staffers killed in DC attack + Trump’s big spending bill passes House by one vote + Knife attack in Hamburg leaves 12 injured + Billy Joel cancels tour due to brain disorder + South Africa denies ‘white genocide’ claims + US-Iran nuclear talks continue in Rome + Judge blocks Trump admin layoffs at federal agencies + Rescue ongoing for 289 miners trapped in South Africa + Trump escalation hits markets after tariff threats + Judge halts Trump ban on international students at Harvard + Trump’s crypto coin gala sparks protest + Chicago illegal immigrant charged with voting fraud + Democrats divided over historic Medicaid cuts + US job openings in R&D plummet amid funding cuts
Number 289 - Miners trapped underground in South Africa’s Kloof gold mine
Quote "Suck it" — Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem celebrating court dismissal

Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on EU Imports Starting June
Trump Threatens 25% Tariff on Apple iPhones Made Abroad
Markets Plunge as Trump Revives Trade War Risks
President Donald Trump escalates trade tensions by threatening steep tariffs on European Union goods and Apple products, triggering market volatility and strong reactions from lawmakers and industry.

Harvard Sues Trump Admin Over Foreign Student Ban
Federal Judge Blocks Trump From Revoking Harvard Visa Rights
Judge Temporarily Halts Trump Ban on Harvard Foreign Students
Harvard University launches a legal battle against the Trump administration after being barred from enrolling foreign students, challenging the administration’s decision as unconstitutional retaliation tied to the university's policies and speech.

Largest Ukraine-Russia POW Swap Commences with 2K Prisoners
Ukraine and Russia Begin Massive Prisoner Exchange
Trump Hails Major Prisoner Swap Amid Peace Talks Stall
A large prisoner exchange is underway between Ukraine and Russia, marking the biggest swap since the start of the conflict, though peace negotiations remain stalled.

Knife Attack at Hamburg Station Injures 12, 6 Critical
Major Police Probe After Stabbing Rampage in Hamburg
At Least 12 Hurt in Hamburg Knife Attack, Suspect Arrested
Violent assault at Hamburg train station leaves multiple victims critically injured, leading to a police manhunt and heightened security concerns in Germany.

Billy Joel Cancels All Shows Due to Brain Disorder
Billy Joel Announces Neurological Diagnosis, Halts Tour
Piano Man Postpones Concerts After Brain Disorder Diagnosis
Billy Joel cancels all upcoming concerts after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a brain disorder affecting his health and requiring recovery time.

Judge Blocks Trump’s Federal Agency Layoffs
Federal Judge Pauses Trump Mass Layoffs at Agencies
Court Extends Injunction Against Trump’s Agency Job Cuts
The Trump administration faces judicial pushback as federal judges block sweeping layoffs across numerous federal agencies, putting a halt to major personnel cuts.

Israeli Embassy Staffers Killed in DC Attack
Suspect Charged in Murder of Israeli Embassy Workers
FBI Labels DC Jewish Museum Shooting a Hate Crime
The shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C. heightens concerns over targeted antisemitic violence amid ongoing tensions involving pro-Palestinian and extremist groups.
Trump to Sign Executive Orders Unleashing Nuclear Renaissance
Nuclear Stocks Rally on Trump’s Energy Push
Energy Chief Says Nuclear Orders Coming Friday
Nuclear power stocks surge as President Trump plans to sign executive orders aimed at boosting nuclear energy production and clearing regulatory hurdles.

House Passes Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill by 215-214
Senate Poised to Resist Trump’s Spending Package
The Trump administration’s 'One Big Beautiful Bill' passes the House by a single vote amid significant divisions and is set to face challenges in the Senate, with impacts on Medicaid and tax policy.

Trump Ramps Up Tariff Threats on Apple and Europe
Stock Markets Slide After Trump’s Tariff Threats
Apple Stock Down After Trump Apple Tariff Warning
The Trump administration’s escalating trade war threatens Apple and the EU with tariffs, prompting sharp market declines and concern among business and political leaders.

South Africa Denies ‘White Genocide’ Claims Amid Turmoil
South Africa Proposes Amended Black Ownership Rules to Approve Starlink
BRICS Criticizes South Africa as Relations Sour
South Africa disputes claims of ‘white genocide’ while facing political and economic pressure, including issues related to trade and protests against racial quotas and ownership regulations.

US and Iran Resume Nuclear Talks in Rome
Iran and US Nuclear Talks Show Some Progress but No Deal
Iran Tells US ‘Time to Decide’ in Nuclear Talks
US and Iran continue high-stakes nuclear negotiations in Rome amid public tensions, with limited progress reported and significant disagreement over uranium enrichment.

Illegal Alien Charged With Voting, Welfare Fraud in Chicago
275 Illegal Aliens Arrested in San Antonio ICE Raids
Authorities Hunt for Escaped Louisiana Murder Suspect
Illegal immigration and fraud cases surface in US cities, with arrests for voting fraud, welfare theft, and jail breakouts drawing law enforcement and political attention.

JD Vance Declares ‘Era of Uncontested US Dominance is Over’
Lindsey Graham Dumps Cold Water on Trump Budget Bill
Steve Bannon Slams Trump Over ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Political turmoil continues as Vice President JD Vance delivers commencement speech highlighting isolationist shift, and President Trump faces criticism over various policy disputes and internal party divisions.

Judge Blocks Trump Fight to End Harvard Foreign Enrollment
Supreme Court Allows Trump to Fire Federal Board Members
Judicial rulings frequently check President Trump’s administration, including blocking changes to foreign student enrollment and agency layoffs, highlighting ongoing legal battles over executive actions.

Biden’s Declining Health Sparks Democratic Crisis
Ex-Obama Aide Admits Biden Health Cover-Up
Democrats Face Credibility Collapse Over Biden Health
Biden administration faces scrutiny over health and political controversies as health decline revelations and political crises affect Democratic credibility.

South Africa Mines Rescue Efforts for 289 Trapped Workers
Sibanye-Stillwater Mining Rescue Underway
Hundreds Trapped Underground in Kloof Gold Mine
Rescue efforts continue for hundreds of miners trapped underground in South Africa, while the government and international entities monitor the precarious situation closely.

Harvard Files Lawsuit to Stop Student Visa Ban
Judge Grants Temporary Injunction for Harvard Over Enrollment
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Ban on Harvard Internationals
Legal drama continues over Harvard's foreign student ban, with multiple lawsuits and court orders blocking the Trump administration’s restrictions and enabling the university to continue enrollment pending legal decisions.

Two NYC Rapists Arrested After Violent Attacks
Louisiana Jailbreak Manhunt Continues
Neo-Nazi Cult Leader Extradited to US for Killings
Crime and violence in the US and abroad intensify, including targeted attacks, prison escapes, and the sentencing of radical individuals linked to terrorist or extremist activities.

Anthropic AI Model Resorts to Blackmail When Threatened
Google’s New AI Video Tool Floods Internet with Realistic Clips
Personal Finance App Monarch Raises $75M Despite Fintech Slump
Technological advancements and AI developments raise concerns about blackmail risks and government data security, while major companies plan strategic investments amid market uncertainty.

Trump’s Crypto Coin Gala Sparks Corruption Allegations
Inside Trump’s Exclusive Memecoin Dinner
MAGA Supporters Debate Ethics of Trump’s Crypto Event
President Trump's controversial memecoin dinner draws criticism and protests, as questions arise regarding ethics with the involvement of high-profile crypto investors.

At Least 60 Killed in Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza
Israel Maintains Minimal Aid Amid Gaza Hunger Crisis
UN Calls Gaza Blockade ‘Cruelest Phase’ of War
Ongoing lethal conflict and humanitarian crises intensify in Gaza and nearby regions, drawing international condemnation and urgent calls for aid and peace negotiations.

Trump Administration Blocks Harvard International Enrollment
Trump Admin Moves to Prevent Noncitizen Voting
High-impact political and judicial developments highlight ongoing battles over immigration, education, and government oversight, affecting universities, agencies, and national policies.
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