US President Donald Trump suggested that Ukraine might eventually become part of Russia, ahead of Vice President JD Vance's meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Trump emphasized that future US aid to Ukraine should have economic benefits for the US. Additionally, Trump is sending his envoy to draft a proposal to end the conflict.
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Taiwan plans to cull up to 120,000 green iguanas due to their adverse impact on agriculture. Around 200,000 iguanas are in Taiwan's central and southern regions. With no natural predators and rampant reproduction, these iguanas damage crops. Special teams killed 70,000 last year, promoting humane methods and public assistance in identifying nests.
President Donald Trump falsely accused Ukraine of starting the war against Russia and criticized President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a dictator with low voter support. Trump's statements have been refuted by facts, revealing Russia's long-standing aggression and the complications of holding elections during conflict.
Donald Trump Jr. and his new girlfriend, Bettina Anderson, were spotted at Miami International Airport en route to Madrid. This public appearance follows Trump Jr.'s split from Kimberly Guilfoyle, who is now slated to become the US ambassador to Greece. The couple's outing confirms their relationship after a previous sighting at Mar-a-Lago.
A 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck near York Harbor, Maine, on Monday morning, shaking buildings across New England and surprising residents as far as Pennsylvania. Centered six miles southeast of York Harbor at a depth of eight miles, the quake caused no reported damage or injuries, according to local emergency management agencies. While rare in the region, minor earthquakes occur in New England annually. Residents reported feeling strong shaking, but operations and infrastructure remained... Expand
President Donald Trump revoked a 60-year-old executive order prohibiting discrimination in federal hiring and contracting, eliminating references to diversity, equity, and inclusion. His actions also included mandating the removal of DEI personnel and directing the FAA to stop diversity-focused hiring practices, arguing these measures compromise efficiency and safety.
The White House accused federal judges of overstepping their authority following legal setbacks for President Trump, including blocking the deportation of Venezuelan migrants. Trump called for the impeachment of Judge Boasberg, while Chief Justice Roberts and others criticized this stance. The administration faced additional legal defeats, with courts halting actions like aid agency shutdowns and the military ban on transgender individuals.
Former president Bush was asked whether he would behave at the swearing-in ceremony before his entry. The staff also warned Bush that there are hot mics ahead so that they keep their chuckles low. Obama chimed in from behind and said, "Nope". "I'll behave," Bush said with a wink. Though the presidents attended Trump's inauguration, they skipped the inaugural luncheon.
Donald Trump's tariff decision shocks global markets. Stephen Miran, CEA chair, is key to this shift. He advocates for tariffs to rebalance trade. Miran believes the US has been carrying too much burden. He argues tariffs can be imposed with minimal disruption and says the US will no longer allow free-riding. This policy is now being tested globally.
“With respect to the president (Trump), the president is waiting for the outcome of the election and to see who has a strong mandate from Canadians, or who has a mandate from Canadians,†Carney said. “Is it someone who is, to quote Danielle Smith, who’s in sync with him, or is it someone who’s going to stand up for Canadians?"