US President Donald Trump dismisses four senior officials appointed by his predecessor, indicating over a thousand more terminations to come, aligning with his vision to streamline government operations. Government institutions brace for extensive changes, as Trump aims to reduce civil service and improve efficiency, potentially eliminating entire departments.
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Two American citizens, Matthew Heath, a former U.S. Marine, and Osman Khan, a Florida resident, have filed a lawsuit against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, alleging that his government operated a “criminal enterprise†that wrongfully detained them as part of a coercive strategy. The lawsuit accuses Maduro’s regime of torture and exploitation of American prisoners for political leverage with the US.
The Trump family business has released a voluntary ethics agreement allowing deals with private foreign companies, despite previous restrictions. Ethical safeguards from Trump's first term will remain, including hiring an outside ethics adviser. However, concerns persist about Trump's financial interests influencing policy. New ventures in cryptocurrency and media have raised further ethical and legal scrutiny.
Fourteen Democratic state attorneys general sued Elon Musk and Donald Trump, claiming the unlawful delegation of executive power to Musk. They argue that Musk's cost-cutting actions could harm residents by disrupting federal funding for critical services such as law enforcement, education, and healthcare.
The UN has appealed for $6 billion to aid 26 million people affected by Sudan's civil war, which has displaced 12 million and pushed millions toward famine. Since April 2023, fighting between the army and paramilitary forces has devastated the country. The funds will provide life-saving aid within Sudan and assist refugees in neighboring nations. Without immediate support, severe hunger, education loss, and healthcare collapse loom.
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A fire broke out at Bryant Park's holiday market around 9:20 am on Friday, causing thick black smoke to fill Manhattan's skyline. Firefighters struggled to control the blaze, which destroyed stalls and left several small business owners devastated. This incident follows a recent fire at Herald Square's shopping area that also destroyed multiple vendors' stands.
North Korean troops deployed to support Russian forces in Ukraine's Kursk region have been withdrawn after suffering heavy casualties, say Ukrainian officials. Over 10,000 soldiers were sent by Pyongyang, but nearly half were reported killed or injured. Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the presence and subsequent retreat of these troops, while Russia denied confirming their involvement.
Pelicot stood trial alongside 50 other men, many of whom denied the allegations. However, the court in Avignon found 47 guilty of rape, two of attempted rape, and two of sexual assault. The men, who hailed from nearby villages and towns, represented a cross-section of society, including firefighters, lorry drivers, soldiers, journalists, and DJs. This shocking diversity underscored how the network extended deep into the local community.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with US Senator Steve Daines to emphasize dialogue over confrontation amidst rising trade tensions and fentanyl issues. Li stressed the importance of cooperation and fair competition, calling for sustainable development in China-US relations. The visit comes as the US plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on Chinese imports, further straining economic ties.