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Trump proposes U.S. takeover of Gaza, plans ‘Middle East Riviera’ development

President Trump on Tuesday announced a dramatic proposal to take over Gaza during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.

February 5, 2025

Trump administration expects $100 billion in savings from federal worker buyouts

The Trump administration's federal worker buyout is showing mixed results and potential unintended consequences.

February 4, 2025

Ukrainian war refugees face uncertainty as U.S. freezes international aid

U.S. President Trump's recent decision to freeze international humanitarian aid for 90 days has severely impacted Ukraine's civilian support systems, including a crucial shelter in the eastern town of Pavlohrad. The shelter, housed in a former concert hall, serves as a transit center for civilians fleeing Russian bombardment in the ongoing war.

February 4, 2025

Trump’s tariff threats: Winners, losers and what it means for you

President Donald Trump threatened heavy tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico over drugs and border security. Canada and Mexico struck last-minute deals to avoid the tariffs, while China got hit with new duties and fired back.

February 4, 2025

Mexico and Canada agree to border security deals, avoiding Trump tariffs

The deals, reached just hours before the tariffs were set to take effect, resulted in a one-month delay on the president's proposed trade restrictions.

February 3, 2025

Fighting over USAID: Your guide to America’s foreign aid battle

The fight over America's main foreign aid agency has suddenly become front-page news, with President Donald Trump and Elon Musk pushing to shut it down while Democrats argue they can't. Here's what you need to know about USAID and the brewing battle over its future:

February 3, 2025

Liberals arm up with cash, counseling for Trump 2.0

President Donald Trump's aggressive start to his new term has sparked responses ranging from organized resistance to mental health coping strategies as liberals face his return to power.

February 3, 2025

Inside Musk’s trillion-dollar bet on Trump’s deregulation agenda

Tesla's stock market value has surged by half a trillion dollars since the presidential election, reflecting investor optimism about Elon Musk's strengthened position under the Trump administration. Despite disappointing financial results and declining sales in 2024, Tesla's stock continues to climb.

February 3, 2025

Bald eagle population soars: New Jersey removes national bird from endangered list

Bald eagles are experiencing a remarkable resurgence in the United States, marking a dramatic turnaround from their near-extinction in the late 20th century.

February 3, 2025

NTSB investigates discrepancy in altitude data after deadly midair crash in Washington, D.C.

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating discrepancies in altitude data between an American Airlines commercial jet and Army Black Hawk helicopter that crashed into one another and killed 67 people on Wednesday night near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

February 2, 2025

Shell abandons $1 billion New Jersey offshore wind project following Trump order

Shell announced its withdrawal from the Atlantic Shores offshore wind project off New Jersey's coast, marking the first major industry response to President Trump's recent executive order targeting offshore wind development.

January 31, 2025

Uganda reports first Ebola death since 2023 outbreak

Uganda has reported its first Ebola death since the end of its last outbreak in early 2023, raising concerns about a new wave of the deadly virus in East Africa.

January 30, 2025

Lahaina fire settlement: How $4B will be divided among victims

A last-minute agreement has been reached to avoid a trial over the distribution of the $4 billion settlement for victims of the 2023 Lahaina wildfire in Hawaii, one of America's deadliest fires in a century.

January 30, 2025

Democrats clash with Kennedy over health secretary nomination

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared before the Senate Finance Committee for his confirmation hearing as President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services.

January 29, 2025

F-35 pilot safe after dramatic Alaska base crash

A U.S. Air Force pilot safely ejected from a single-seat F-35 fighter jet that crashed Tuesday during a training exercise at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska.

January 29, 2025

Trump shifts to pragmatic China strategy in second term, softens tariff stance

President Trump is displaying a more measured approach toward China in his second term, departing from his aggressive campaign rhetoric about imposing 60% tariffs.

January 29, 2025

Pentagon strips former Joint Chiefs Chair Mark Milley of security clearance, launches investigation

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has revoked former Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark A. Milley's security clearance and protective detail while launching an inspector general investigation that could lead to his demotion from four-star general rank.

January 29, 2025

Trump’s ‘Iron Dome for America’: Inside the $20 billion missile defense vision

National security experts clarify that President Trump's proposal for an "Iron Dome for America" isn't meant to replicate Israel's Iron Dome system literally, but rather serves as a rhetorical device to communicate Mr. Trump's commitment to advancing America's missile defense capabilities.

January 27, 2025

Immigration shift: How Democrats are rethinking border politics in 2025

Democrats are showing a marked shift in their approach to immigration policy during President Trump's second term, contrasting sharply with their unified opposition during his first presidency.

January 27, 2025

Tech giants seek direct power plant deals, bypassing traditional grid

Tech giants are seeking direct power supply deals with power plants to meet their growing electricity needs, bypassing the traditional grid system.

January 25, 2025