A Russian tanker has arrived in Cuba with an oil shipment, testing the limits of US sanctions and Trump's Cuba squeeze. Cubans cautiously welcome the delivery, though some warn it will do little to ease the energy crisis.
New details from the police report and arrest affidavit on Tiger Woods' DUI arrest following a rollover crash indicate deputies found hydrocodone pills and other opioids in his pocket. Woods, who had bloodshot eyes and was sweating profusely, admitted to taking 'a few' prescription medications and stated he was distracted by his cell phone and radio before the incident. President Trump also commented on Woods' condition, stating he "lives a life of pain" but is doing well.
France and Italy, along with Spain, are blocking the United States from using their airspace and bases for military flights related to the Iran conflict, with an increasing number of European countries withholding support, causing tensions and drawing criticism from President Trump.
On day 32 of the US-Israel war against Iran, President Trump claimed to have "obliterated" Iran, despite earlier reports from Defense Secretary Hegseth that Iran retained its ability to strike. Iran's Revolutionary Guards have now confirmed the killing of a brigadier general in a US-Israeli airstrike, who was sanctioned by the US over an oil network funding Tehran-backed proxies.
The proposed Bayanihan 3 bill in the Philippines aims to streamline the delivery of financial assistance to citizens and improve crisis response mechanisms, according to Marikina Rep. Miro Quimbo.
JD Vance and Marco Rubio are emerging as front-runners to potentially succeed Donald Trump, with Vance reportedly attending a secret Republican donors meeting where support for him is consolidating.
Arizona lawmakers are currently debating a bill to establish a permanent memorial to Charlie Kirk at the state capitol. This follows a recent veto by Governor Hobbs of a proposal to name a highway after Kirk.
War Secretary Pete Hegseth has declined to reaffirm the United States' commitment to NATO's collective defense, stating that President Trump will make the decision regarding Article 5 due to a perceived lack of support from European allies. Adding to the uncertainty, Fox News host Laura Ingraham questioned if President Trump was 'fully briefed about the risks of all of this from the beginning' regarding the Iran war plan.
Gold and silver prices have strengthened, and FTSE stocks have risen following reports that Donald Trump is prioritizing diplomatic efforts in the Iran war. Barrick Mining Corporation also surged due to strong gold prices, reflecting broader market reactions to the perceived de-escalation.
Leading US stock exchanges are experiencing significant gains following reports that Donald Trump is considering ending the war against Iran, despite the Strait of Hormuz not being opened.
Commentary from Times of India and CNN discusses former President Trump's public image and approval ratings, with one piece suggesting his image is declining and another analyzing the odds of his current standing.
Israeli industry groups have formally requested priority outbound flights for business delegations, citing recent wartime rules that have severely limited departures from Ben-Gurion Airport.
Nigeria's Upper Chamber has passed a bill to extend the implementation of the 2025 budget's capital component until June 30, following a clause-by-clause consideration.
Former reality TV star Joseph Duggar has been transferred back to Florida to face child sex abuse allegations, with authorities releasing a new mug shot after his booking into the Bay County Sheriff's Office.
The UK government has announced it will send additional air defence systems and troops to the Middle East to defend Gulf allies against Iran’s ‘aggressive’ attacks, reinforcing Britain's commitment despite Donald Trump's jibes over British military involvement.
The 'Barbie Dream Fest' event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was widely criticized as a 'nightmare' by attendees who found the promised magical experience replaced by cardboard cutouts and hand sanitizer, leading to widespread disappointment and refunds.
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Former President Donald Trump has reiterated his call for European allies to either purchase jet fuel from the United States or take it themselves from the Strait of Hormuz. He criticized NATO and suggested countries needing oil should be more assertive in securing it, stating the US will not come to the aid of allies who did not help in the past.
A class-action lawsuit has been filed by fired FBI agents, alleging political retaliation by FBI director Kash Patel and Attorney General Pam Bondi for removing employees who opposed President Trump.
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, an Assin South MP, has accused President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) of misleading Ghanaians by abandoning the anti-LGBTQ Bill after allegedly using it to gain political support.
The Trump administration has eased asylum restrictions for vetted migrants from non-high-risk nations while maintaining strict bans on 39 countries, including Afghanistan and Somalia.
Fox News host Greg Gutfeld denied that Donald Trump is a narcissist and claimed the former president never worries about his poll numbers, leaving a colleague aghast given Trump's recent public reactions to adverse ratings.