Republican senators face difficulty defending President Trump's pardons of January 6 protesters, including those who attacked police officers. The decisions raise safety concerns on Capitol Hill and conflict with the party's law and order stance. Many GOP members express dissent while some defer to presidential authority.
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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to visit Moscow this week to discuss recent nuclear negotiations with the United States held in Oman, the foreign ministry spokesman said on Monday. Russia, a close ally of Iran, and China have held discussions with Iran in recent weeks over its nuclear programme.
A subway rider was pushed onto Manhattan tracks and hit by a train, miraculously surviving with only a head injury. The 45-year-old victim was shoved by a suspect with a criminal history at the 18th Street station. The incident adds to a rise in transit violence, causing safety concerns among New York commuters.
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Barack Obama shared a heartfelt birthday message for Michelle amid divorce rumours, calling her 'the love of my life'. The post featured a photo of them dining together. Speculation about a rift arose after Michelle missed recent public events, including Jimmy Carter's funeral and Trump's inauguration. A body language expert noted tension in their recent public appearance.
Donald Trump engaged directly in trade discussions with Japanese officials. This happened amidst worries about tariffs. Shigeru Ishiba noted constructive talks. Trump aims to finalize deals as China expands its influence. Tariffs sparked market panic and recession fears. China's Xi Jinping promotes his country as a reliable trade partner. Trump faces domestic pressure to resolve tariff issues.
​Biden’s vice presidency alongside Barack Obama was another milestone, where he played a key role in the Affordable Care Act and the Iran Nuclear Deal. His 2020 presidential win cemented his legacy but was marred by challenges like the Afghanistan pullout.A testament to America’s shifting Overton Window, Biden’s career evolved from opposing desegregation busing to championing same-sex marriage. His legacy is a tapestry of contradictions, achievements, and the enduring human spirit,... Expand
Residents in Western North Carolina are worried about FEMA's decision to end temporary housing assistance for 2,000 families after Hurricane Helene, especially with a snowstorm imminent. Concerns about power outages and infrastructure fragility persist. Volunteers continue to provide aid amid growing frustration over the government's response.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has told investigating magistrates in France, where he was charged with infractions linked to enabling organised crime, that he "realised the seriousness of all the allegations"learned Saturday from a source familiar with the case. The messaging service Durov founded with his brother in 2013 "was not created to be a platform for criminals", he told investigators through an interpreter, according to extracts from his questioning in December provided by the source.