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Arnold Schwarzenegger shocks The View when asked about condemning ICE
“I’m an immigrant, but you have to do things legally. You are a guest in America. You must give back.”
Unverified Claim by U.S. Official Sparks Debate Over First Ladies’ Comparative Impact
An unnamed Biden White House adviser is reported to have asserted that Melania Trump achieved more in her first year as first lady than Jill Biden did in four, prompting political discussion amid limited independent confirmation
Trump Reaffirms Possession of FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Amid Global Football Debates
U.S. President says FIFA entrusted him with the original Club World Cup trophy, which remains in the White House as winners received a replica
Partial U.S. Government Shutdown Likely to Persist Beyond Early Expectations
Legislative disagreements over key funding bills and immigration enforcement have left federal operations unfunded and the shutdown poised to stretch into the coming week
Partial U.S. Government Shutdown Takes Effect Amid Funding Clash in Congress
Federal agencies lapse funding after lawmakers fail to approve a Senate-passed spending package, with effects limited but operational uncertainty growing
Jewish Community Lobby Day in Washington State Sees Unprecedented Engagement
Annual advocacy event in Olympia draws a notably large turnout, energizing Jewish civic engagement and legislative outreach
U.S. Leaders Convene Key Summit in Washington as CLARITY Act Faces Critical Test
Top Wall Street banks and cryptocurrency executives gather in Washington with the future of landmark crypto legislation at stake amid deep divisions on stablecoin policy
Trump Reaffirms Plan for Monumental Arch in Washington, D.C. and Says He Wants It to Be the Largest in the World
President advances vision for a 250-foot Independence Arch to mark America’s semiquincentennial and symbolise national stature
Washington Lawmakers Renew Push to Legalize Home Marijuana Cultivation Despite Police Resistance
Legislators advance measures to permit adults to grow cannabis at home while opposition from law enforcement and cities grows
Chairs From Viral Biden-Carter Photo Fetch Nearly $11,000 at Auction
Iconic armchairs from the famed image of the Bidens with Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter are sold to a presidential memorabilia collector
Israel’s Army Chief Holds Strategic Talks With U.S. Defense Officials in Washington Amid Intensifying Iran Tensions
IDF Chief of Staff meets Pentagon and U.S. counterparts as diplomatic and military pressure mounts over Tehran
Growing Number of U.S. Senators Seek Governorships as Frustration Grows With Washington Gridlock
A record wave of sitting senators are abandoning Capitol Hill to run for state executive offices, reflecting wider disillusionment with federal politics
Trump Administration Appeals Judge’s Ban on Immigration Arrests at Green Card Interviews
U.S. government asks federal appeals court to reverse a lower-court ruling that bars arresting some migrants during adjustment of status interviews
Debate Sharpens Over Australia’s Strategic Place in a China-Dominated Indo-Pacific
Commentators challenge critics of the US alliance to explain how Australia would secure its future amid China’s growing regional influence
Global Powers Convene in Washington to Forge Critical Minerals Alliance
United States, United Kingdom, European Union and key partners meet to strengthen supply chains and reduce dependence on China
Bitcoin Falls to Lowest Levels Since 2025 Tariff Shock as Risk Appetite Ebbs
Cryptocurrency retreats toward seventy‑seven thousand dollars amid geopolitical strain, regulatory shifts and shifting investor preferences
U.S. Justice Department Publishes Millions of Jeffrey Epstein Files Amid Intensified Scrutiny
A massive tranche of documents, images and videos is released under a transparency law, revealing communications involving powerful figures and renewing political controversy
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Panama Supreme Court Cancels Hong Kong Firm’s Canal Port Concession, Boosting U.S. Strategic Aims
Judicial ruling annuls CK Hutchison’s long-standing port licences at Panama Canal entrances, advancing U.S. efforts to limit Chinese influence in a key global trade artery
White House Distances Trump From Early Claims by Officials After Fatal Pretti Shooting
Administration clarifies that President Trump has not endorsed characterisations by aides of the Minneapolis shooting victim as a ‘domestic terrorist’ as investigations continue
Trump Advances Plans for Monumental 250-Foot Arch in Washington, D.C.
President seeks to erect a towering triumphal arch near the Lincoln Memorial to mark America’s 250th anniversary, expanding earlier designs into a larger, more symbolic structure
Partial U.S. Government Shutdown Begins After Senate Passes Revised Funding Deal
Congress fails to complete spending legislation ahead of the deadline, triggering a weekend shutdown while lawmakers prepare to reconvene
Last-Minute Hiccups Stall Funding Deal Between Democrats and White House as Shutdown Deadline Looms
Negotiations to avert a partial U.S. government shutdown encounter procedural delays and intra-party resistance despite a tentative bipartisan framework
Federal Judge Declines Minnesota’s Bid to Halt Trump Administration’s Immigration Enforcement Surge
U.S. District Judge rejects immediate injunction against Operation Metro Surge, allowing the federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota to continue as legal challenges proceed
Arctic Blast Intensifies Across Eastern U.S. with Frigid Wind Chills and Gusty Winds
Severe cold, strong winds and wind chill advisories grip large swaths of the United States through early Sunday as arctic air lingers
Washington Legislature Debates Sweeping Kratom Tax and Regulation Proposals
Lawmakers consider a near-doubling tax on kratom products and stronger consumer protections amid safety concerns
No Verifiable Reporting Found on Claimed Washington ‘Water War’ Story
Live searches do not confirm the existence of a current, publishable news report matching the requested description
Trump Pushes Plan for Monumental 250-Foot ‘Independence Arch’ in Washington, D.C.
President proposes towering new triumphal arch near the Lincoln Memorial as part of U.S. Semiquincentennial commemorations and a bold architectural legacy
Washington Weighs Gulf Rivalry as Trump Maintains Strategic Balance Between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi
Intense lobbying highlights competition between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, but U.S. leadership signals no departure from a calibrated approach
Saudi Arabia Bars U.S. Bases and Airspace for Any Potential Strike on Iran
Riyadh’s firm refusal to permit U.S. use of its territory for military action against Iran adds a diplomatic constraint amid rising regional tensions
U.S. Approves Nearly $15.7 Billion in Arms Sales to Saudi Arabia and Israel Amid Middle East Tensions
Washington notifies Congress of separate multi-billion-dollar military equipment packages to bolster allied defensive capabilities in a volatile regional security environment
Trump’s Hardline Immigration Drive Draws Parallels with Australia’s Past Border Policies
The Biden-era immigration backlash in the United States under Donald Trump echoes elements of Australia’s historical approach to asylum seekers and migrant control, prompting debate at home and abroad
DOJ Unveils Millions of Epstein Files, Fueling Global Scrutiny of Elite Networks
Release of over 3 million pages, 180,000 images and 2,000 videos under a new law reveals thousands of emails involving high‑profile figures without indicating wrongdoing
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Kathryn Burgum, Wife of Interior Secretary, Appointed White House Adviser for National Recovery Initiative
President Trump names Kathryn Burgum co-chair of the Great American Recovery Initiative to lead federal addiction recovery efforts
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France Begins Phasing Out Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Advance Digital Sovereignty
Paris mandates shift to French‑built Visio platform for public sector as part of broader European push to reduce reliance on U.S. technology
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Trump Warns Britain and Canada Against Expanding Trade Ties With China
The U.S. president says deeper economic dependence on Beijing carries strategic risks and urges close allies to prioritise secure and trusted supply chains
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White House Launches ‘Great American Recovery Initiative’ to Tackle National Addiction Crisis
President Trump signs executive order establishing a coordinated federal effort to address substance use disorder through prevention, treatment and recovery support
President Trump said he planned to speak with Iran, even as the US dispatched another warship to the Middle East
President Trump said he planned to speak with Iran, even as the US dispatched another warship to the Middle East and Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said the military would be ready to carry out whatever the president decided.
Asian airports are beginning to implement COVID-style screenings in response to a Nipah virus outbreak.
The virus can spread between animals and people, specifically from fruit bats and pigs.
From Samsung's soaring profits to a major round of Amazon job cuts, Here is a roundup of the big stories in business and finance for this week
White House Rebukes Bruce Springsteen’s Protest Song, Labels It ‘Random’ and ‘Irrelevant’
Administration dismisses musician’s anti-ICE track amid broader debate over immigration policy and federal enforcement actions
White House Mockery of Don Lemon’s Arrest Draws Sharp Backlash from Press Freedom Advocates
Official social media celebration of journalist’s detention provokes widespread criticism from media organisations and lawmakers
Khaby Lame sold his face, voice, and behavior patterns for $975 million so a company can build an AI clone of him.
Fired in 2020 to digital clone in 2026.
White House Moves to Prepare for Brief Government Shutdown as Congress Seeks Swift Resolution
With a temporary lapse pending due to funding timetable, Washington braces for a short shutdown while lawmakers aim to minimise its duration
White House’s Response to Don Lemon’s Arrest Sparks National Debate Over Press Freedom and Government Conduct
Officials’ social media reaction to the journalist’s federal arrest has become a flashpoint in discussions about the role of independent media and legal boundaries for journalists at protests
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U.S. Justice Department Launches Federal Civil Rights Investigation into Alex Pretti Shooting
FBI assumes lead role in probing fatal Minneapolis shooting by federal agents amid public outcry and emerging video evidence
Trump Signs Executive Order to Stage First-Ever IndyCar Street Race in Washington, D.C.
The ‘Freedom 250 Grand Prix’ will run through the capital this August as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations
Trump Taps Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve, Signalling Shift in U.S. Monetary Policy
Former Fed governor and critic of current policy nominated to succeed Jerome Powell amid pressure for lower interest rates
Washington Post Journalists Urge Bezos to Protect Newsroom Amid Cost-Cutting Push
Staff warn that deep reductions would undermine the paper’s public mission as management weighs restructuring plans
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U.S. Justice Department Publishes Millions of Jeffrey Epstein Files Amid Intensified Scrutiny
DOJ Unveils Millions of Epstein Files, Fueling Global Scrutiny of Elite Networks
Kathryn Burgum, Wife of Interior Secretary, Appointed White House Adviser for National Recovery Initiative
France Begins Phasing Out Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Advance Digital Sovereignty
Trump Warns Britain and Canada Against Expanding Trade Ties With China
White House’s Response to Don Lemon’s Arrest Sparks National Debate Over Press Freedom and Government Conduct
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair to Reorient U.S. Monetary Policy Toward Pro-Growth Interest Rates
Melania Trump’s Documentary ‘Melania’ Debuts in Washington Before Global Release
Tech Market Shifts and AI Investment Surge Drive Global Innovation and Layoffs
Global Shifts in War, Trade, Energy and Security Mark Major International Developments
Markets Jolt as AI Spending, US Policy Shifts, and Global Security Moves Drive New Volatility
President Trump Highlights ‘Trump Accounts’ Initiative to Bolster Child Investment and Financial Security
Tesla Ends Model S and X Production and Sends $2 Billion to xAI as 2025 Revenue Declines
Cuba Warns It Has Only Weeks of Oil Remaining as US Pressure Tightens
Trump Administration Officials Held Talks With Group Advocating Alberta’s Independence
Starmer Signals UK Push for a More ‘Sophisticated’ Relationship With China in Talks With Xi
Shopping Chatbots Move From Advice to Checkout as Walmart Pushes Faster Than Amazon
Starmer Seeks Economic Gains From China Visit While Navigating US Diplomatic Sensitivities
The AI Hiring Doom Loop — Algorithmic Recruiting Filters Out Top Talent and Rewards Average or Fake Candidates
Same Man, Fake Media Double Standards: Obama Decorated Tom Homan — Trump Appoints Him, and Suddenly He’s “Extreme”
Amazon to Cut 16,000 Corporate Jobs After Earlier 14,000 Reduction, Citing Streamlining and AI Investment
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rate at 3.75% as Powell Faces DOJ Criminal Investigation During 2026 Decision
Putin’s Four-Year Ukraine Invasion Cost: Russia’s Mass Casualty Attrition and the Donbas Security-Guarantee Tradeoff
Wall Street Bets on Strong US Growth and Currency Moves as Dollar Slips After Trump Comments
UK Prime Minister Traveled to China Using Temporary Phones and Laptops to Limit Espionage Risks
Google’s $68 Million Voice Assistant Settlement Exposes Incentives That Reward Over-Collection
Kim Kardashian Admits Faking Paparazzi Visit to Britney Spears for Fame in Early 2000s
UPS to Cut 30,000 More Jobs by 2026 Amid Shift to High-Margin Deliveries
How Celebrity Incentives Turn Publicity Stunts Into a Self-Feeding Attention Economy
Trump Removes Minneapolis Deportation Operation Commander After Fatal Shooting of Protester
U.S. Central Command Announces Regional Air Exercise as Iran Unveils Drone Carrier Footage
Trump’s Foreign Policy Poses Fresh Challenge to Australia’s Strategic Balance
Meta and EssilorLuxottica Ray-Ban Smart Glasses and the Non-Consensual Public Recording Economy
WhatsApp Develops New Meta AI Features to Enhance User Control
Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince in Heated Exchange After Reporter Questions Khashoggi Murder and 9/11 Links
Greenland’s NATO Stress Test: Coercion, Credibility, and the New Arctic Bargaining Game
Diego Garcia and the Chagos Dispute: When Decolonization Collides With Alliance Power
Air France and KLM Suspend Multiple Middle East Routes as Regional Tensions Disrupt Aviation
U.S. winter storm triggers 13,000-plus flight cancellations and 160,000 power outages
White House: Trump warns Canada of 100% tariff if Carney finalizes China trade deal
US Government Plans $1.6bn USA Rare Earth Deal for 10% Stake to Secure Key Minerals
ICE and DHS immigration raids in Minneapolis: the use-of-force accountability crisis in mass deportation enforcement
White House’s ‘Embrace the Penguin’ Post Goes Viral Amid U.S. Push on Greenland
Minor Air Force One Glitch Prompts Push to Modernise Presidential Aircraft, White House Says Trump Was Right
President Donald Trump Ratifies Board of Peace Charter at Davos as Part of Global Conflict-Resolution Initiative
Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Confirms Return to Trump National Bedminster for 2026 Season
Starmer Breaks Diplomatic Restraint With Firm Rebuke of Trump, Seizing Chance to Advocate for Europe
Prince Harry Says Sacrifices of NATO Forces in Afghanistan Deserve ‘Respect’ After Trump Remarks
Barron Trump Emerges as Key Remote Witness in UK Assault and Rape Trial
Gold Jumps More Than 8% in a Week as the Dollar Slides Amid Greenland Tariff Dispute
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