Former Congressman Devin Nunes, CEO of Truth Social, has been appointed by President Trump to chair the President's Intelligence Advisory Board. Trump lauded Nunes' experience, particularly his investigation into alleged FBI misconduct. This appointment reflects Trump's integration of media allies into key government positions.
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A South Korean family has gone missing during their road trip from the Grand Canyon to Las Vegas. Authorities, following a detected phone signal near a major interstate accident, have conducted extensive but unsuccessful searches. The consulate general is collaborating with local police to expedite the search.
BNP vice-chairman Abdus Salam Pintu, implicated in the 2004 grenade attack on Sheikh Hasina's rally, was released from Bangladesh's Kashimpur Central Jail after nearly 17 years. The attack had killed 24 and injured over 300. Although sentenced to death in 2018, his release follows an acquittal by the High Court. Allegations also link him to aiding and funding terror groups.
Amy Gleason has been appointed acting administrator of the Department of Government Efficiency. Her previous experience includes working with the US Digital Service and health care startups. Elon Musk, not an employee of DOGE, advises Trump on government efficiency, sparking controversy among former US Digital Service members.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement came after weeks of painstaking negotiations in Doha but Donald Trump claimed credit for the deal and said it would not have been possible had he not won the election and his victory in the November election sent a message to the world that the new US administration would not have it any other way.
Elon Musk has stirred European politics by backing far-right movements and criticizing leaders, especially in Germany and the UK. His social media platform X amplifies controversial views, notably endorsing Germany's AfD and attacking UK PM Keir Starmer. Musk's actions raise concerns about tech moguls' influence on democracy and international relations under Trump's incoming administration.
President-elect Donald Trump criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for the wildfires in California and demanded his resignation. Trump blamed Newsom for the destruction, citing issues with water management and political decisions. In response, Newsom dismissed Trump's comments and emphasized the importance of focusing on saving lives and battling the fires.