The Trump administration plans to lay off thousands of scientists and researchers at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with significant cuts to its scientific research division. This move aligns with President Trump's goal to reduce federal employment and environmental regulations.
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China is committed to continuing its participation in the WHO and the Paris climate accord, expressing concern over US President Trump’s orders to withdraw from both. Beijing emphasizes the importance of international cooperation on health and climate change, and hopes to strengthen dialogue with the US on trade and other issues despite existing tensions.
Imran Khan, Pakistan's former Prime Minister, is open to reconciliation talks with the government or any institution, according to Junaid Akbar. However, Khan refuses to be coerced into submission while incarcerated since August 2023. Akbar emphasized the need for institutions to operate within legal boundaries, warning of potential unrest if public concerns are ignored.
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Tokyo's envoy for US tariff talks left for Washington on Wednesday saying he was confident of a "win-win" outcome while protecting Japanese national interests. The minister, who studied at a US university and is close to Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, said he wants to "protect our national interests" in talks with Bessent and Greer, who are "fond of Japan".
Actress Blake Lively has launched a lawsuit against her 'It Ends With Us' co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, citing sexual harassment and a smear campaign. Lively alleges Baldoni fostered a hostile work environment, prompting a meeting with studio executives where she and husband Ryan Reynolds outlined several demands.
Federal agencies are defying Elon Musk's mandate for employees to submit weekly work accomplishments under the threat of termination, raising legal and practical concerns. Led by Trump appointees, critical institutions question the legality and security implications of Musk's directive, potentially igniting a legal battle.
Matthew Livelsberger, a 37-year-old former Special Forces soldier, is the suspect behind the Las Vegas cybertruck explosion. Livelsberger's extensive military background raises questions about the intent, as the attack caused minimal damage, suggesting it could be a premeditated suicide. The choice of the cybertruck and the use of ineffective explosives have puzzled many, provoking widespread social media speculations.
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President Trump has announced a major $500 billion AI infrastructure project in collaboration with SoftBank, Oracle, and OpenAI to boost AI advancements in the U.S. The project includes constructing colossal data centers, with initial buildout starting in Texas. Key technology partners include Arm, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Oracle.