The Federal Reserve is expected to announce its first interest rate cut of 2025 on September 17th, with a 96% probability of a 0.25 percentage point reduction. This decision comes amidst conflicting economic signals: slowing job growth argues for a cut, but rising inflation, partly fueled by Trump administration...
President Trump embarks on a historic second state visit to the UK, hosted by King Charles III. This visit, surpassing previous state visits in scale and significance, underscores the strong US-UK relationship. The agenda includes meetings with Prime Minister Starmer to discuss global issues like the war in...
Tyler Robinson, 22, is suspected of shooting right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah Valley University event. Robinson allegedly confessed to the shooting on Discord, messaging friends hours before his arrest. He faces charges including aggravated murder and could face the death penalty. While Discord found no...
A framework agreement between the US and China allows a US TikTok spin-off, despite concerns about the algorithm. While US investors will control the new entity, China will license its algorithm and retain some influence. This deal, reached after talks in Madrid, sidesteps a previous US requirement for...
Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season saw surprising results. Joe Burrow's turf toe injury significantly impacts the Bengals' playoff hopes, leaving backup Jake Browning to lead the team. Conversely, Daniel Jones is excelling with the Colts, exceeding expectations in his new role. The Chiefs, however, started 0-2,...
King Charles will meet with President Trump during Trump's second UK state visit. Their previous meeting in 2019 saw Charles advocate for climate action, a conversation Trump deemed 'terrible'. Despite the UK government's cautious approach to avoid upsetting US relations, Charles is expected to again raise climate change...
The World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, aimed at curbing overfishing, officially came into effect on Monday. This landmark deal, the WTO's first environmental focus, requires countries to reduce harmful fishing subsidies. With 112 countries ratifying the agreement, it surpasses the required two-thirds threshold. While a...
President Trump announced a second U.S. military strike on a Venezuelan vessel allegedly carrying drugs, resulting in three deaths. The strike follows a similar incident two weeks prior. Trump claims proof of drug smuggling, while senators question the legality of the military's law enforcement role. The administration justifies...
FBI Director Kash Patel faces Senate and House hearings amid controversies. Lawmakers will question his handling of the Charlie Kirk murder investigation, including his premature announcement of a suspect and public release of evidence. Concerns exist about his leadership, staff purges, and the bungled release of Epstein files....
President Trump's state visit to the UK aims to bolster the transatlantic relationship despite disagreements on Ukraine, the Middle East, and the Western alliance. The two-day visit includes royal events and meetings between Trump and Prime Minister Starmer. A multibillion-dollar technology deal is expected to be announced, showcasing...
