President Trump urged the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to mitigate the impact of new tariffs set for April 2, dubbed 'liberation day'. Despite concerns about economic growth and inflation, Trump defends tariffs aimed at reclaiming wealth and imposing reciprocal measures, notably on steel and aluminum imports.
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South Sudan’s deputy president Riek Machar has threatened to withdraw from the 2018 peace agreement after President Salva Kiir dismissed multiple officials, including two vice presidents, the health minister, and the spy chief. Machar claims the move violates the power-sharing deal that ended years of civil war. With elections scheduled for 2026, ongoing political tensions and stalled reforms continue to threaten the country’s fragile stability.
Former US military commander warns that officials in Washington have underestimated the threat of drones over sensitive military sites. Incidents include mysterious drone swarms over Langley Air Force Base and Navy warships. Calls for stronger policies and laws to address drone surveillance and potential security threats are emphasized.
In her statement on Syria, Tulsi Gabbard did not mention Assad whom she met in 2017, and said she stands in full support of what President-elect Donald Trump said on Syria. Donald Trump said whatever is happening in Syria is not America's fight and US military should stay out of it. Trump said Assad did not deserve US support to stay in power after his government collapsed and Assad left the country.
Pope Francis remains in a stable condition as he recovers from double pneumonia, continuing to receive high flow supplemental oxygen. His prognosis is still guarded, but recent signs of improvement, including attending Mass and receiving visitors, suggest he is on a path to recovery.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has shown support for Donald Trump, praising his potential impact on the country and aligning with him on a $500 billion AI project called Stargate. This decision deepens Altman's feud with Elon Musk, who criticizes the initiative and OpenAI's shift towards for-profit operations.
Donald Trump kicked off his second presidential inauguration celebrations with a grand fireworks display at Trump National Golf Club in Virginia. Joined by Melania and his family, the night featured dancing, patriotism, and a star-studded gathering of political allies. The event symbolized Trump's return to power and energized his supporters. As the night unfolded, Trump reflected on his plans for the upcoming inauguration and his leadership journey. The celebration, marked by unity and... Expand
Two security guards were injured in a gunfire exchange with a suspect attempting to steal over $1,000 worth of goods from Target at a Los Angeles shopping plaza. The suspect fired five rounds before escaping and was later arrested. The incident follows heightened concerns about retail crime in California, leading to new legislation against repeat shoplifting.
Federal immigration agents detained Mahmoud Khalil, a notable pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, under Trump's executive orders. His arrest, claimed to be due to antisemitism, has sparked outrage from civil rights groups. His green card revocation is unusual, lacking criminal conviction.
A bullied boy named Zeke found support when anti-bullying bikers, K-Dogs Kidz Mission, escorted him home, boosting his confidence and stopping the bullying. The organization founded by Donald Rozman, helps bullied and disabled children by providing support, empowerment, and community events.