President Trump dismissed several senior NSC officials after a meeting with far-right activist Laura Loomer, who claimed they were disloyal. The firings are part of an ongoing purge in Trump's administration, targeting those deemed ideologically incompatible with his 'America First' policy.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook dined with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago on Friday. This follows recent meetings between Trump and other tech leaders like Sam Altman, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos. Trump previously discussed Apple's tax disputes with the EU with Cook. Altman, Amazon, and Meta each donated $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund.
Newly appointed US envoy Morgan Ortagus emphasized the need for Lebanon’s new government to exclude Hezbollah, setting a firm stance against the group’s influence. Amid stalled government formation, Lebanon navigates a fragile ceasefire with Israel, extended to February 18. Tensions persist as Israel accuses Lebanon of slow troop deployment, while Beirut cites Israeli ceasefire violations, including recent airstrikes in Sidon.
The Taliban authorities that rule Afghanistan have imposed a severe interpretation of Islamic law on the population, heavily restricting all aspects of women's lives. The government claims it secures Afghan women's rights under Sharia law, but many of the edicts are not followed in the rest of the Islamic world and have been condemned by Muslim leaders.
Elon Musk added fuel to the collective outrage against Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass Saturday as he shared a video of Barack Obama praising Bass in 2022 saying that he was confident that Bass would be an outstanding mayor of LA. Sharing the viral video on X, Musk wrote: "Coulda had Caruso".
Recent US policy decisions under President Trump are raising concerns about the future of American tourism, with projections indicating a 5.1% drop in foreign arrivals and significant revenue losses by 2025. Stricter immigration policies, tariffs, and rising global tensions are expected to deter international visitors and organizations from hosting events in the US, according to experts.
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Social media juggernaut Meta stands trial on Monday facing serious US government allegations that it abused its market power to acquire Instagram and WhatsApp before they could become competitors. Google is facing two cases and was found guilty of search-market dominance abuse last August, while Apple and Amazon are also heading to court.
A petition to revoke Elon Musk's Canadian citizenship has gained significant support, with accusations of Musk influencing Canadian elections and aligning with foreign interests. Amidst growing US-Canada tensions, the petition highlights public outcry and concerns over national identity. Musk's controversial statement and political affiliations have fueled further backlash, though the petition remains largely symbolic with no immediate legal repercussions.