Outgoing President Joe Biden criticises Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg for discontinuing fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram, calling it shameful. Biden expresses concern over false information spreading. Zuckerberg, in a podcast, accused the Biden administration of pressuring Meta to censor true information. Biden also discussed his political stance and potential pardons.
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President Donald Trump Monday announced an unprecedented tariff on Venezuela calling it a secondary tariff which would impact any nation that buys oil from Venezuela. Trump announced that those countries will be imposed with 25 per cent tariff as he aims to punish Venezuela for sending Tren de Aragua gang members inside the US.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have sold their Montecito home for $5.2 million, surpassing the asking price of $4.9 million. Purchased for $2.9 million in 2021, the 1,691-square-foot property received multiple offers within two days. This transaction follows their relocation to England in November 2024, prompted by Donald Trump's election, after selling another Montecito property previously.
Nigerian lawmakers approved an additional $200 million for the health sector as part of the 2025 budget to offset the impact of US aid cuts. The bill aims to support disease control efforts, affected by the suspension of USAID funds. The fund will supply vaccines and treatments for epidemic diseases, crucial for the country's health initiatives.
Independent Senator Bernie Sanders voted against Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation as the Director of National Intelligence. Elon Musk called Sanders a fraud as the old video of 2016 when Tulsi Gabbard stepped down from her DNC vice chair position to support Sanders as the presidential candidate against Hillary Clinton went viral.
Elon Musk and his son, X, made headlines at an Oval Office press conference with President Donald Trump. Some videos are doing the rounds with social media users commenting that X made some unfiltered whispers when his father was delivering his statement. While these whispers are not verified, little X once gestured toward the media personnel to keep quiet.
President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron have both addressed the rumors publicly. President Macron remarked on the dangers of misinformation, stating, “The worst thing is the false information and fabricated scenarios that undermine trust and spread hatred.†Brigitte Macron has also decried the theory, describing it as a violation of her dignity and a reflection of the darker side of social media.
Senator Bernie Sanders cut short an interview when asked if Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez should run for the Senate, showing visible irritation and a desire to avoid 'inside-the-beltway' topics. Sanders emphasized his commitment to serving Vermont and praised Ocasio-Cortez's congressional work, but avoided discussing her future ambitions. He underscored his satisfaction with his current role and his focus on progressive causes.
Taiwanese authorities are investigating a Chinese-crewed cargo ship, Hongtai, suspected of severing an undersea communications cable near Penghu Islands. The ship, flagged under Togo, had been anchored in the area before moving northwest when approached by the coast guard. While the cause remains unclear, Taiwan suspects possible gray-zone tactics by China. Backup systems prevented disruptions, but the incident increased tensions between Taipei and Beijing.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced 25% tariffs on $155 billion in US imports, retaliating against Donald Trump's new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. Additionally, Trudeau stated that duties on $30 billion worth of US alcohol and fruit will begin Tuesday, aligning with the implementation of US tariffs.