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Trump Warns Corporations: Absorb Tariffs, Not Raise Prices

Former President Trump is publicly criticizing major US corporations for raising prices due to tariffs. He's specifically targeted Walmart, Amazon, and Mattel, demanding they absorb tariff costs rather than pass them ont…

iPhone 17 Air: Ultra-Thin Design, Tiny Battery?

Rumors suggest Apple's iPhone 17 Air will be incredibly thin at 5.5mm, even thinner than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. However, this sleek design may come at the cost of a significantly smaller 2,800mAh battery, over 1,00…

Trump's Budget Bill Clears Key Hurdle After GOP Negotiations

The House Budget Committee narrowly advanced President Trump's tax and spending bill (17-16), overcoming initial opposition from hardline Republicans. Conservative members initially blocked the bill due to concerns over …

Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Migrant Deportations

The Supreme Court issued a 7-2 ruling temporarily blocking the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan migrants accused of gang affiliation. Trump denounced the decision, calling …

Pence Slams Trump's Tariffs as Economic Disaster

Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized President Trump's tariff policies, calling them the "largest peacetime tax hike" in US history. Pence, in a recent NBC interview and Wall Street Journal op-ed, argued that the …

Brexit Talks: UK and EU Seek Closer Ties

Renewed Brexit talks between the UK and EU are focusing on improving security cooperation and easing trade barriers. Driven by geopolitical shifts and the need for closer defense ties following Russia's invasion of Ukrai…

Hungary Protests Orbán's Media Crackdown

Approximately 10,000 Hungarians protested against a new bill proposed by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's government. The bill, likened to Russia's "foreign agent" law, would allow the government to monitor and potentially …

Romania's Centrist Wins Presidential Runoff

Romania's presidential runoff saw a decisive victory for pro-EU candidate Nicusor Dan over hard-right nationalist George Simion. With nearly complete results, Dan secured 54.19% of the vote, defying pre-election polls. T…

Apple Rebuilds Siri Amidst AI Development Setbacks

Apple's AI efforts, branded as Apple Intelligence, have faced significant setbacks. Bloomberg reports reveal internal struggles, including late entry into the market, insufficient investment in GPUs, and a clash of visio…

Gaza Blockade: US Complicity in Starvation Crisis

93% of Gazans face critical food insecurity due to a 77-day Israeli blockade, prompting Senator Chris Van Hollen to accuse the US of complicity. A US-backed private aid plan is criticized by the UN for lacking impartiali…

UK-EU Summit: Last-Minute Deal Talks Underway

Last-minute negotiations between the UK and EU are underway before a Monday summit. Discussions involve a potential youth mobility scheme, improved access to EU airport e-gates, and agreements on trade, security, and fis…

Apple's AI Push: Giannandrea Hire to Revitalize Siri

In 2018, Apple hired John Giannandrea, Google's head of AI, aiming to boost its AI capabilities. This followed Siri's initial success, which later lagged behind competitors like Google and Amazon. The Giannandrea hire wa…

GOP Confident on Passing "One Big Beautiful Bill"

House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence that Republicans will pass the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by the end of the week, despite earlier setbacks due to internal disagreements. The bill, encompassing President…

Millions of New Yorkers Face Health Coverage Loss

Proposed Republican changes to healthcare could leave over 2 million New Yorkers without health coverage. This includes cuts to Medicaid and the Essential Plan, impacting millions currently insured. The changes involve n…

Close Warsaw Mayoral Race Heads to Second Round

Warsaw mayoral race results show a tighter-than-expected contest between Rafał Trzaskowski and Patryk Jaki, setting the stage for a decisive second round. Trzaskowski, despite winning the first round, acknowledged the cl…

Trump Administration Defies Courts, Sparking Constitutional Crisis

The Trump administration's frequent defiance of court rulings is escalating tensions between the executive and judicial branches. A proposed budget bill seeks to limit courts' ability to enforce contempt findings against…

Khanna Recants Biden Fitness Defense: No Cover-Up, But Explanations Owed

Rep. Ro Khanna admitted he was wrong in defending President Biden's fitness for office during the 2024 campaign, stating it wasn't a cover-up but that Biden's advisors owe an explanation. Khanna acknowledged Biden's acco…

Zelensky Meets New Pope, Seeking Peace in Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Zelensky met with Pope Leo XIV on Sunday following the Pope's inaugural Mass. The meeting occurred after Pope Leo offered to host peace talks between Ukraine and Russia at the Vatican. The Pope expres…

Supreme Court Weighs In on Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

The Supreme Court heard arguments on injunctions blocking President Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship. While seemingly about birthright citizenship, the core issue was the power of lower courts to …

GOP Medicaid Cuts Face Delays Amidst Rushing Legislation

House Republicans' attempt to slash Medicaid by over $625 billion stalled after failing to pass a key House committee. GOP leaders aim for a Sunday vote, suggesting rushed negotiations to secure Republican support for th…

Moore Vetoes Maryland Slavery Reparations Bill

Maryland Governor Wes Moore vetoed a bill that would have established a commission to study and recommend reparations for slavery and racial discrimination. Moore, the nation's only Black governor, cited sufficient prior…

Trump's Border Wall Threatens Arizona Wildlife

A new section of border wall, proposed by Donald Trump, threatens wildlife in Arizona's biodiverse San Rafael Valley. Nearly 25 miles of barrier are planned, severing a crucial wildlife corridor for animals like bears, m…

Germany Plans Massive Military Buildup in Europe

Germany plans a significant military buildup, aiming to create Europe's strongest conventional army. Chancellor Merz seeks to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, a historic shift from its post-Cold War policy of rest…

Trump-Putin Call Expected to Advance Ukraine Peace Talks

Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, expressed confidence in a successful upcoming phone call between President Trump and Vladimir Putin to discuss the Ukraine conflict. Witkoff believes the call will clarify positions and adva…

Trump's Gulf Trip Sparks Concerns Over Unprecedented Deals

Donald Trump's recent Gulf trip has raised concerns over unprecedented deals benefiting US companies and himself. Experts cite a "pay-for-access" approach, contrasting with Biden's stricter policies. Major US firms negot…

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