El Salvador's Legislative Assembly approved constitutional amendments allowing indefinite presidential reelection and extending terms to six years. The changes, proposed by the ruling New Ideas party, passed with a supermajority vote. This follows President Nayib Bukele's controversial reelection last year, despite previous constitutional bans. Critics denounced the move...
Elon Musk donated $15 million to pro-Trump super PACs in June, according to new campaign finance reports. The donations, split between MAGA Inc., the Senate Leadership Fund, and the Congressional Leadership Fund, occurred amidst Musk's public disagreements with President Trump. This adds to Musk's significant political spending this...
The New York Yankees bolstered their bullpen, acquiring RHP David Bednar from the Pittsburgh Pirates and RHP Jake Bird from the Colorado Rockies. In exchange for Bednar, the Yankees sent C/1B Rafael Flores, C Edgleen Perez, and OF Brian Sanchez to Pittsburgh. Colorado received 2B Roc Riggio and...
Following a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, Trump announced a 90-day extension of trade talks with Mexico, delaying the implementation of threatened tariffs. While Sheinbaum hailed the agreement as positive, some Mexican economists expressed concern that the delay only prolongs uncertainty for...
Paris Jackson and fiancé Justin Long have ended their engagement, eight months after he proposed in Paris. The split follows a social media post by Jackson hinting at heartbreak. While the reason for the breakup remains unclear, the couple had been together since 2022. Jackson previously expressed immense...
Ukraine's parliament swiftly passed and President Zelensky signed a law restoring the independence of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO). This reverses a controversial July 22nd law that sparked protests and international backlash. The new law addresses concerns about political interference, reinstating...
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 60,000 immigrants from Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The judge, Trina L. Thompson, ruled the administration failed to objectively review country conditions before ending the protections, citing political violence and the impact of recent storms. ...
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, 29, requested a trade after contract negotiations stalled. McLaurin, who signed a three-year deal in 2022, believes his current contract undervalues his contributions. He skipped minicamp and the start of training camp, incurring potential fines, before returning and being placed on the physically...
Heavy thunderstorms caused significant disruptions to New York City's transportation system during Thursday's evening commute. Long Island Railroad service was suspended between Penn Station and Port Washington, Amtrak service was halted between Philadelphia and Wilmington, and over 700 flights were canceled at area airports. While the Clearview Expressway...
Myanmar's military government ended its state of emergency, declared after the 2021 coup, and announced elections for December. General Min Aung Hlaing relinquished some posts but remains the acting president, consolidating power. However, the election faces significant challenges, including a nationwide civil war and opposition pledges to disrupt...
