Trump Officials Threaten Kennedy Center Demolition
Trump administration lawyers have threatened to demolish the Kennedy Center if renovations are blocked by the court, according to court documents.
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Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy has cleared all mines from the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over energy supply risks. The Strait is a critical global oil route where tensions remain high between the U.S. and Iran.
Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’ Debuts 42% Rotten Tomatoes Score
Ridley Scott's latest film, The Dog Stars, has received a 42% score on Rotten Tomatoes, according to the critic aggregator, making it one of the director’s lowest-rated projects.
2 measles-related deaths reported in Pennsylvania after 35 years
Two people in Pennsylvania have died from measles, marking the first U.S. fatalities this year and the first in the state in 35 years. Both were unvaccinated and lived in Lancaster County.
Supreme Court Backs Trump Mail-In Voting Plan as Midterms Loom
The US supreme court has supported Donald Trump's effort to restrict mail-in voting, a decision that could impact the November midterm elections, according to the Guardian.
AIPAC’s Political Standing Declining as Candidates Distance Themselves
Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers has reportedly asked AIPAC not to support his campaign, signaling a potential decline in the pro-Israel lobby's influence. According to US media, this comes as growing public disillusionment with Israel-backed policies emerges.
US Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting
The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump to proceed with his executive order restricting mail voting, according to a ruling on Monday. The decision comes as the November midterm elections approach.
Jeffries-Kushner Meeting Sparks Speculation Ahead of Midterms
United States House Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has met privately with Jared Kushner, US President Trump’s son-in-law and a top outside adviser, in a signal that the White House is seeking ways to work with Democrats if they wrestle majority control from Republicans in the midterm elections, according to Al Jazeera.
Zambian Courts Access Blocked as Election Petition Deadline Nears
Access to Zambian courts has been prevented as the deadline for filing petitions against the recent presidential election approaches, according to BBC.
Pete Buttigieg returns to South Carolina, eyes 2028 White House run
Pete Buttigieg returned to South Carolina to engage with Black voters as he considers another White House bid. The reception was warmer than his 2020 campaign, where a fourth-place finish in the state contributed to his exit.
Hayden Panettiere Mom Blasts Critics and Accuses Boyfriend
Lesley Vogel, mother of late actress Hayden Panettiere, criticized Gayle King and Megyn Kelly for their responses to her comments about her daughter’s death, saying, 'It’s shameful.'
Trump arrives at high-speed IndyCar race through Washington’s streets
President Donald Trump will participate in a pre-race procession before the IndyCar race through Washington’s streets, where cars will reach speeds approaching 200 mph, according to Fox News Digital.
Zelensky Faces Corruption Questions as Former Minister Calls for Elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has 'questions to answer' about corruption in his government, his former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov told the BBC. Fedorov was fired last month after reportedly falling out with the head of Ukraine's armed forces.
Trump Says Canada Wants ‘Benefits’ of Being US State
US President Donald Trump said Canada wants 'the benefits of being a State, without being one' after trade talks collapsed, according to the BBC.
Canadian Premiers Slam Trump: ‘You Just Can’t Trust Trump’
Canadian provincial leaders have joined Prime Minister Mark Carney in criticizing US President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on about $20bn of Canadian goods, according to Al Jazeera. British Columbia Premier David Eby said Trump can’t be trusted.