Illegal border crossings from Mexico into the US have plummeted since President Trump's inauguration, with fewer than 600 recorded on January 26. This marks a significant reduction compared to the daily encounters under the Biden administration. The drop follows Trump's executive actions on border security and immigration enforcement.
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Howard Lutnick has been appointed as the new US commerce secretary, securing a pivotal role in President Trump's trade agenda. A proponent of protective tariffs, Lutnick will oversee key economic initiatives and play a crucial role in shaping international trade policies, particularly regarding China.
A White House press release apparently misspelled 'Colombia' as 'Columbia' confusing the South American country with the New York City university leading to widespread mockery and criticism online. The typo went viral amid tensions between President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro over blocked deportation flights and threatened trade tariffs.
​During an FBI interview, Paffendorf admitted to communicating with Rupnow about arming himself with explosives and a firearm to target a government facility. Following this admission, a gun violence restraining order was issued, requiring him to surrender all firearms and ammunition. Law enforcement subsequently executed the order at his residence, seizing weapons.
A phone call between President-elect Donald Trump and Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito on Tuesday is raising questions about ethics and potential conflicts of interest. The call came just a day before Trump’s legal team sought to delay his sentencing in a hush-money case. ​​​​Alito maintains that the call was unrelated to the legal filing and was about a job recommendation for a former law clerk.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday he has canceled the visas of more than 300 "lunatics" in a growing crackdown against anti-Israel activism on American university campuses. "If you lie to us and get a visa and then enter the United States, and with that visa, participate in that sort of activity, we're going to take away your visa," he said. sct/mlm
Early Sunday, a man was arrested after climbing the Big Ben tower in London, barefoot and holding a Palestinian flag. The incident caused major traffic disruptions, leading to road closures and the cancellation of Parliament tours. Emergency crews and negotiators eventually talked him down safely. He is now in police custody while supporters chanted nearby.
Delta Air Lines faces lawsuits after a crash landing in Toronto, despite offering $30,000 to each passenger. The flight flipped on landing, causing injuries and emotional distress. Legal actions claim significant negligence. Under the Montreal Convention, passengers may seek more if negligence is proven. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi expressed his readiness to visit Europe for discussions on Tehran's nuclear program, signaling a potential shift in diplomatic engagement. France indicated that European powers are open to dialogue, contingent upon Iran demonstrating a serious commitment.
A judge in the Dominican Republic cleared Iowa wrestler Joshua Riibe of any involvement in the disappearance of Pitt student Sudiksha Konanki. Riibe was detained for nearly two weeks but never identified as a suspect. Despite an exhaustive search, Konanki's body was never found. The court ruled Riibe's detention exceeded legal limits, leading to his immediate release.