JD Vance in his speech at Turning Point USA's event on Thursday put his faith in Christianity above everything and wished his Hindu wife would also convert someday. This drew a huge backlash as commentators observed that Vance has to do a lot of pandering to the MAGA base which, he knows, would never accept a Hindu First Lady.
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Hurricane Melissa unleashed its fury on Jamaica, leaving St. Ann and Trelawny in ruins. Residents lost roofs and homes as winds up to 185 mph tore through the island. Fisherman George Brown described it as the worst storm he's ever faced, surpassing even Hurricane Gilbert. Infrastructure damage is widespread, with authorities working to clear roads for aid.
President Trump faced criticism for dismissing a French reporter's question due to her accent, stating he couldn't understand her. He later asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer, remarking on her "beautiful accent" but inability to comprehend. This echoes a similar incident with an Afghan reporter. Trump's response to the West Bank question was dismissive.
Dubai unveils its new floating museum, DUMA, on the waters of Dubai Creek. Designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando, the museum will feature five floors of modern art, a library, cafés, and creative spaces. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid highlights it as a landmark reflecting Dubai’s culture, heritage, and architectural innovation, joining icons like Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab.
President Trump stated his Justice Department might owe him $230 million for past investigations, though he claimed little knowledge of specifics and would donate any payout to charity. He filed multimillion-dollar claims alleging rights violations during probes into Russian interference and the classified documents case.
Asteroid 2024 YR4's potential lunar impact in 2032 has prompted renewed consideration of nuclear disruption as a planetary defense strategy. While kinetic methods are insufficient for this 60-meter asteroid, nuclear intervention offers a scalable solution. Mission windows are being evaluated for late 2029 to late 2031, aiming to prevent secondary hazards like debris clouds threatening satellites and human spaceflight.
Tech giants that previously de-platformed Donald Trump are now major donors for his $300 million White House ballroom. Companies like Google, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta have contributed, sparking debate over corporate influence and political optics. This shift highlights how businesses navigate political power for strategic benefit.
TikTok sensation Kaelin Bradshaw, 29, has passed away after a brave battle with rare stage 4 bile duct cancer. Her husband confirmed her peaceful passing, surrounded by family. Kaelin had openly shared her health journey online, recently entering hospice care and urging support for her husband through a GoFundMe. Her final message highlighted Austin's unwavering devotion.
Two B-1 bombers reportedly headed towards Venezuela, but President Trump dismissed the reports as inaccurate. This follows a week after B-52 bombers circled the Venezuelan coast. The US military described the missions as deterrents, amid a counter-narcotics campaign that has led to regional tensions and accusations of regime change attempts.
The UAE Lottery has shared the emotional phone call of its Dh100 million jackpot winner, a UAE resident identified as Anilkum* B***. Beating odds of more than 1 in 8.8 million, the winner’s stunned reaction — “Oh my God!” — captures disbelief and joy. The full winner reveal is scheduled for Monday, concluding a week of national excitement.