A bronze statue of Melania Trump in Slovenia, created to replace a wooden version destroyed by arson in 2020, was stolen. The life-sized sculpture, located near her hometown in eastern Slovenia, was sawed off at the feet and taken by unknown individuals. The Novo Mesto Police Department is investigating the theft.
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Melania Trump statue sawed off at the ankles and stolen in Slovenia
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Melania Trump Statue Vanishes in Slovenia
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President Trump took to social media to mock Taylor Swift and criticize Bruce Springsteen after receiving negative comments from the singer and rocker during their overseas tours. Kid Rock also defended Trump against Springsteen's remarks.
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Trump reignites feud with Taylor Swift, says pop star 'no longer hot'
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The Supreme Court has paused the deportation of Venezuelan nationals under the Alien Enemies Act in Texas, following intelligence agencies' disagreement with a key claim made by Trump. The court instructed a federal appeals court to review the case, allowing lower courts to determine the notice required for government removals under the Act. The Trump administration is prohibited from using the Act to expel migrants while litigation is ongoing. Additionally, a New Jersey Transit strike caused commuter disruptions.
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Supreme Court Issues New Halt on Trump Deportations Under Wartime Law
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Supreme Court blocks Trump effort to deport Venezuelan migrants under Alien Enemies Act
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The Department of Homeland Security is reviewing a reality show concept from a 'Duck Dynasty' producer that would involve immigrants competing for U.S. citizenship while exploring American culture and patriotism. A spokesperson for DHS mentioned that the agency is open to considering innovative ideas.
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DHS open to Duck Dynasty producer's pitch for immigrant-based reality show: 'Happy to review'
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A Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete for U.S. Citizenship? D.H.S. Is Considering It.
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Top Democrats are distancing themselves from their previous support of President Biden and are now focusing on truth-telling about the events of 2024. Potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates are being scrutinized over questions about Biden's mental sharpness during his final year in office. Biden's age and mental acuity are now seen as a crucial test for the future leaders of the Democratic Party.
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Democrats Who Championed Biden’s Re-election Bid Now Seek Atonement
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Democratic presidential hopefuls grapple with Biden's legacy as 2028 race begins
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President Donald Trump fulfilled World War II veteran Denver Moore's birthday wish by sending him a surprise message after Moore's viral TikTok invitation garnered over 890,000 views.
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A federal judge criticized the Trump administration for withholding information on the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a suspected MS-13 gang member deported to El Salvador due to an "administrative error." Judge Paula Xinis confronted DOJ attorneys in court over the unlawful deportation, while protesters rallied outside for his return. The Justice Department is defending efforts to avoid disclosing details in Federal District Court in Maryland. Officials are accused of denying migrants due process and risking accidental deportation of American citizens.
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Judge blasts DOJ state secrets claims in Abrego Garcia case: ‘Utter frustration’
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Judge on warpath presses Trump DOJ on Abrego Garcia deportation, answers leave courtroom in stunned silence
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Judge to Press Trump Administration Over Return of Wrongly Deported Man
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Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Clashes With Right to Due Process
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The Government Accountability Office denied the Department of Government Efficiency's request to place staffers within the watchdog agency. The GAO stated that as part of the legislative branch, it is not subject to the executive order cited by DOGE. This rejection occurred on Friday when DOGE attempted to assign a team to the independent Government Accountability Office.
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Danette Colbert, who is facing trial for the death of Adan Manzano, had her probation revoked under Louisiana's repeat offender law. Attorney General Liz Murrill announced the habitual offender sentence for Colbert, who also still faces second-degree murder charges in the death of a Telemundo reporter.
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Woman Charged in Telemundo Reporter’s Murder Gets 25 Years in Another Case
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'Bourbon Street' Hustler' charged in sports reporter's murder gets 25 years in unrelated case: AG
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Karim Khan, a prosecutor at the International Criminal Court (ICC), has temporarily stepped aside amid allegations of sexual misconduct as a U.N. investigation nears completion. The allegations have caused a stir at the ICC, leading to calls for the organization to revoke arrest warrants against Israeli leaders.
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ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan placed on leave amid sexual misconduct investigation
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ICC prosecutor behind Netanyahu arrest warrants steps aside amid sexual misconduct probe
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Boeing's proposed guilty plea deal for defrauding regulators after the 737 Max crashes was rejected by a federal judge. Instead, the Department of Justice will drop all charges against Boeing in exchange for a nonprosecution agreement that includes paying $444.5 million to crash victims. This decision has disappointed family members of the victims, as it represents a shift in efforts to hold Boeing accountable for the crashes. Prosecutors are suggesting a nonprosecution agreement to address Boeing's violation of a previous settlement.
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DOJ may drop case against Boeing over deadly 737 Max crashes, despite families' outrage
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DOJ reaches tentative nonprosecution agreement with Boeing for 737 MAX8 crashes
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US May Drop Guilty Plea Deal With Boeing Over 737 Max Crashes, Lawyers Say
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Justice Department Wants to Spare Boeing From Guilty Plea Over 737 MAX Charges
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President Trump's Department of Government Efficiency initiative has significantly reduced parts of the federal government, leading to job losses for federal workers across the country. NPR reporters have been investigating the impact of these cuts on various agencies, including food inspectors, nuclear scientists, and firefighters. Concerns have been raised about the handling of sensitive data by DOGE employees, as reported by a whistleblower and NPR. The effects of these cuts are being felt by Americans nationwide.
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Labor watchdog opens investigation into DOGE whistleblower claims after NPR reporting
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A federal judge has halted President Trump's plan to downsize the government, preventing dozens of federal agencies from proceeding with the largest phase of the downsizing efforts. Law firms WilmerHale and Jenner & Block have requested court intervention as the Justice Department works to implement Trump's orders affecting their business.
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Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Block Ruling on Mass Layoffs
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Law Firms Fighting Back Against Trump Report Security Clearance Suspensions
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ICE arrested a Guatemalan MS-13 member with a criminal record in Virginia. Illegal aliens, including drug traffickers and violent offenders, were detained by ICE in Massachusetts due to local authorities ignoring federal detainers. Virginia officials are critical of Arlington's decision to limit police-ICE cooperation, citing concerns about public safety and the protection of violent illegal immigrants.
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ICE Arrests MS-13 member with lengthy rap sheet after Virginia county refused to cooperate
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ICE arrests illegal aliens previously released in 'sanctuary' Massachusetts
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Arlington, Virginia, county board blocks police coordination with ICE in more cases
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Several prisoners escaped from the Orleans Parish Jail in New Orleans, with eleven adult men considered armed and dangerous. One of the escapees has been apprehended by the Louisiana State Police. The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office did not disclose how the inmates managed to escape.
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11 Inmates Escape From New Orleans Jail, Officials Say
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11 Inmates Escape From New Orleans Jail
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New Orleans jail inmates charged with murder and other crimes escape
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10 men at large after escape from New Orleans jail
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New Jersey's first statewide transit strike in 40 years began on Friday morning, with wages being a key issue. The strike coincides with a Knicks playoff game against the Celtics, as well as the Subway Series and Game 6 of the playoff series. Boxcar, a transportation service founded in 2017, is using social media to attract commuters looking for alternative ways to reach Manhattan. Supplemental chartered buses will start running on Monday, but they can only accommodate around 20 percent of train riders.
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New Jersey Transit Engineers Strike, Idling Trains and Upending Commutes
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NJ Transit strike could potentially affect thousands going to major New York sporting events
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NJ Transit locomotive engineers union goes on strike early Friday morning
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New Jersey Transit strike underway as engineers walk off the job
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Louisiana officials are seeking to overturn federal desegregation orders in their state and may receive support from the Trump administration.
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Republicans Push to Put School Desegregation Officially in the Past
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Republicans Push to Put School Desegregation Officially in the Past
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A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., expressed doubt about the government's arguments regarding President Trump's authority to fire members of independent boards. Justice Department lawyers claimed that Trump has the constitutional right to do so, but Democratic board members Cathy Harris and Gwynne Wilcox disagreed, citing federal law and Supreme Court precedent.
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DC Circuit panel skeptical of Trump administration ability to fire independent officials
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Two officials fired by Trump return to court to challenge his power
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Meteorologists are predicting the possibility of tornadoes as over 70 million Americans brace for severe weather on Friday. More than 300,000 people remain without power following storms on Thursday night.
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Storms Bring Risk of Tornadoes and Floods, From Texas to New Jersey
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The Kennedy Center is looking to enhance its family-oriented and faith-based programming by hosting a special event on June 1 featuring a screening of the cartoon movie "King of Kings."
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Kennedy Center seeks to expand 'family-friendly' programming, starts with free Christian film screening
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Kennedy Center promotes first explicitly pro-Christian feature in years as part of new ‘family-friendly’ focus
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Justice Amy Coney Barrett's discussion with Trump Solicitor General John Sauer on court precedents in a birthright citizenship case has caught the attention of Trump allies. Sen. John Kennedy and other supporters of the JCRA spoke with Fox News Digital about nationwide injunctions and the SCOTUS case. The U.S. Supreme Court justices recently heard arguments on birthright citizenship. Meanwhile, the first week of Sean "Diddy" Combs' criminal trial included witness testimonies. President Donald Trump and the courts are engaging in a heated conflict as they test their limits, with the justices considering whether a federal judge in a single district can block Trump administration policy nationwide.
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Trump appointee Barrett challenges administration on nationwide injunctions, surprises and delights liberals
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SCOTUS divided over birthright citizenship. And, a recap of Diddy's trial
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In Birthright Citizenship Case, Supreme Court Wrestles With Limiting Judges’ Power
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Supreme Court uncertain about solution to nationwide injunction ‘epidemic’
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Supreme Court agonizes over whether lower courts can block Trump birthright citizenship order
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and world leaders, including President Trump, discuss Russia's rejection of a ceasefire. Trump emphasizes the need for a direct meeting with Putin to resolve the conflict. A trilateral meeting between the U.S. delegation, Ukraine, and Turkey started following a day of confusion. Zelenskyy accuses Russia of not being serious about ending the conflict. Trump was hopeful for a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy in Turkey for their first in-person negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. Expectations are low for the talks in Istanbul, the first direct peace negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv since early 2022.
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Zelenskyy speaks with Trump, allies after Russia peace talks broker no ceasefire
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Ukraine and Russia holding direct negotiations in Turkey
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Trump wants to meet Putin ‘as soon as we can set it up’ after in-person Russia-Ukraine talks fall through
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Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine to Begin Amid Doubt and Chaos
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy arrives in Turkey for talks with Russia, without Putin
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Salman Rushdie's attacker, Hadi Matar, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for attempted murder after stabbing the acclaimed writer during a lecture in 2022. Rushdie was left blind in one eye due to the attack. Matar received the maximum sentence for repeatedly stabbing Rushdie and wounding another person on stage. Matar claimed he believed Rushdie to be a hypocrite, with Rushdie having lived under a death threat since 1989. Rushdie was stabbed multiple times in the face and neck during the lecture, leaving him partially blinded.
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Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie sentenced to 25 years in prison
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Salman Rushdie Attacker Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison
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Man who attacked author Salman Rushdie is sentenced to 25 years in prison
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Hadi Matar, Salman Rushdie’s Attacker, Sentenced to 25 Years
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Rushdie attacker sentenced to 25 years in prison
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Tiffany Trump announced the birth of her first child, a boy named Alexander Trump Boulos, on Thursday. This makes President Donald Trump a grandparent for the 11th time. Tiffany, 31, and her husband Michael Boulos shared the news on social media, receiving celebratory messages from across the internet.
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‘No greater joy in the world’: Social media celebrates birth of Tiffany Trump’s first child
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Trump makes clear he can’t wait to meet his new grandson — daughter Tiffany’s first child — as he departs Middle East
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Tiffany Trump welcomes her first child, Donald Trump's 11th grandchild
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Firefighters, with deputies providing protection, fought flames in an area as a helicopter dropped water from above. In California, a suspect was arrested for setting a homeless woman on fire, kicking her, and fleeing by car.
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Suspect starts brush fire in California state park while fleeing sheriff's deputies
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Surveillance video shows California homeless woman set on fire in horrific attack
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Recent revelations of former President Biden's inner circle covering up his decline have sparked accusations of "groupthink" by New York Times columnist Michelle Goldberg. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) avoided addressing questions about Biden's mental decline, stating she did not see him frequently before the 2024 election. The Biden administration's concealment of concerns over his mental acuity is under scrutiny ahead of the release of a new book titled "Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again" by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson. Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA) acknowledged the Democratic Party's need to address various issues beyond criticizing Biden. Former ESPN anchor Sage Steele urged the Democratic Party to acknowledge Biden's mental decline as a crucial step in rebuilding trust. Biden's decline has gained attention post-White House departure, with the upcoming book reigniting questions about his condition.
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Liberal columnist says that denying 'Biden's infirmity' was sign of Democrats' 'original sin' in 2024 campaign
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Whitmer is latest Democrat to dodge on party’s Biden cover-up
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Lauren Sanchez recently celebrated her bachelorette party in Paris with celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Katy Perry, ahead of her upcoming wedding to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Additionally, a couple resembling Sanchez and Bezos was spotted at the Cannes Film Festival, sporting dark sunglasses.
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Lauren Sanchez hosts star-studded Paris bachelorette party before Bezos wedding
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Mystery couple mistaken for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez at Cannes
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American singer Chris Brown was arrested in London for an alleged assault at a nightclub in 2023, adding to his history of controversy which includes past charges and lawsuits.
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Chris Brown remanded in custody over alleged club attack
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Chris Brown arrested in England over alleged London nightclub attack
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The childhood home of Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, located in Dolton, Illinois, will be sold in an online auction next month. The three-bedroom home was originally listed for $199,000 but gained attention after Leo was chosen as pope. The auction will be conducted by the same auction house that sold President Trump's childhood home in 2017.
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Pope Leo’s childhood Chicago suburban home up for auction
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Pope Leo XIV Grew Up in This Chicago Home. Now, It Could Be Yours.
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FBI Director Kash Patel announced that the bureau will be relocating from the J. Edgar Hoover Building in Washington, D.C., and sending 1,500 agents into the field across the country. Additionally, Patel issued a warning after the FBI disrupted a mass shooting plot at a military base on behalf of ISIS.
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‘Moving out of Hoover Building’: Kash Patel says over 1,500 FBI agents leaving DC
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Kash Patel announces FBI ditching DC headquarters, transferring 1,500 agents
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Kash Patel delivers fiery warning after FBI disrupts mass shooting terror plot targeting military
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President Trump announced plans to issue tariff rates to countries unilaterally as negotiations are moving too slowly. This comes as Walmart prepares to raise prices at its retail stores nationwide due to President Trump's tariffs. The retail giant stated it cannot absorb all the costs from the tariffs, particularly those on imported goods from China. Walmart's first quarter profit declined, leading to the need for price hikes to cover increased costs.
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Trump says US will send out letters setting new tariff rates for hundreds of countries: ‘They’ll be paying to do business’
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White House hits out at Walmart over tariff-related price hikes
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Walmart says higher prices could hit this month due to tariffs
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Walmart says higher prices from tariffs coming as soon as this month
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Walmart to raise prices due to tariff costs after posting solid first quarter sales
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The Danish drugmaker is facing increased competition in the weight-loss drug market, leading to a decline in its stock value. The company announced that its current CEO, Fruergaard Jørgensen, will stay in his role temporarily to facilitate a smooth transition to new leadership.
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Novo Nordisk to Replace C.E.O. After Losing Edge in Weight-Loss Drugs
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Novo Nordisk's CEO to step down as competition weighs on Wegovy maker's share price
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World Series champion and three-time MLB All-Star Rafael Furcal was arrested in Florida this week on multiple felony counts, as per online court records.
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Arrest affidavit reveals details of former MLB player Rafael Furcal's arrest
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Ex-MLB star Rafael Furcal arrested on multiple felony charges, records show
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President Donald Trump's policies on drug price controls and tax reforms blend Republican and Democratic ideas. Rep. Ro Khanna, a vocal opponent of Trump's tariff and deportation policies, praised Trump's executive order to lower prescription drug prices. While Trump correctly identified high drug costs, his executive order on price controls is legally unenforceable. House Democrats discussed the order, with Rep. Khanna introducing legislation to codify it, emphasizing that Americans shouldn't pay more for drugs than people in other countries.
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Trump embraces Dem policies traditionally rejected by GOP in bid to build 'party of common sense'
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Trump’s drug price controls are the wrong prescription for a real problem
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At the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, golfers faced tough challenges. Justin Thomas went shoeless for a shot by a stream, Eric Cole scored a hole-in-one, and Shane Lowry made a 68-foot putt. However, Scottie Scheffler, the championship winner, raised concerns about the playing conditions affecting players' performances. The 16th hole was especially challenging for Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele.
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Scottie Scheffler uncharacteristically upset over PGA Championship rules decision
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The text discusses the anticipation surrounding the upcoming WNBA season, focusing on topics such as the Indiana Fever's potential, A'ja Wilson's MVP chances, and the league's overall growth. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert affirmed Caitlin Clark's popularity ahead of the Fever's season opener, sparking excitement for what's to come in the league.
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Caitlin Clark is the 'most popular athlete in America,' WNBA commissioner declares
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The Trump administration has fired about 600 employees at Voice of America, a news network funded by the federal government. The layoffs affected contracted journalists and administrative staff, amounting to over a third of the organization's workforce. This action came as the administration put up for sale the building in Washington that houses the network.
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Trump fires one-third of Voice of America staff
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Humanitarian support in Gaza has collapsed due to the Israeli blockade, leading to warnings of famine. The Trump Administration has a new aid plan for Palestinians in Gaza, aiming to address concerns of aid diversion by Hamas. However, experts are concerned about potential negative implications of the plan. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation is working on an alternative aid system, but doubts have been raised about its feasibility.
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Trump Says ‘People Are Starving’ in Gaza and the U.S. Wants to Help
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U.S.-Backed Group Created to Distribute Aid in Gaza Says It’s Ready to Go
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President Donald Trump has proposed a nuclear deal to Iran, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressing concerns about Iran's nuclear program. Trump is cautiously close to making a deal with Iran during his trip to the Middle East, emphasizing no nuclear weapons for Iran and highlighting regional impacts. Talks between Washington and Tehran aim to limit Iran's uranium enrichment.
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Rubio calls Iran a ‘threshold nuclear weapon state’
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Marco Rubio Meets Syria’s Foreign Minister, in Another Sign of Warming Ties
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Trump touts 'freedom zone' plan for Gaza in Qatar as ceasefire talks stall
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Iranian minister says Trump’s Tehran accusations are 'pure deception'
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Several prominent figures, including Rep. Ro Khanna and Sen. Chris Murphy, have expressed concerns about former President Joe Biden's cognitive decline during his time in office. Jan Crawford criticized the Pulitzer board for overlooking the Wall Street Journal's coverage of Biden's mental decline, praising the reporters for their work. CNN's Jake Tapper acknowledged criticism of his past coverage of Biden and admitted he did not do enough to cover the former president's cognitive decline. Tapper has faced backlash for allegedly trying to profit off Biden's mental decline with his new work.
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Jake Tapper slammed for ‘rewriting history’ to cash in on Biden’s decline in bombshell book — despite defending ex-prez while he was in WH
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David Axelrod says book's allegations about Biden's cognitive decline are 'troubling'
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Five elite universities, including Johns Hopkins, Cornell, Northwestern, the University of Michigan, and Harvard, have hired top-tier lobbyists with ties to the Trump administration despite publicly criticizing President Donald Trump. Harvard University's lawsuit against the administration over funding cuts has sparked a debate on antisemitism and racial discrimination, with Education Secretary Linda McMahon questioning policy changes. The Trump administration is using a law typically aimed at government contractors to target Harvard, which has amended its lawsuit after facing further funding cuts over alleged campus antisemitism and racism. Harvard is resisting the administration's demands and is taking measures such as pay reductions and legal action to combat the $2.2 billion funding cuts.
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Education Secretary Linda McMahon dismisses Harvard University president's pay cut amid antisemitism probe
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Democratic Rep. Jim Himes praised President Donald Trump for his successful efforts in easing tensions in the Middle East, Ukraine, and Russia, despite typically not being one to praise Trump. Himes commended Trump's strategy and approach in dealing with leaders from the region.
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Democratic Rep praises Trump for doing 'pretty darn well' on Middle East tour
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Democrat Jim Himes praises Trump on his handlings in the Middle East
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A 15-year-old Colombian illegal immigrant teenager involved in a deadly crash in Aurora, Colorado, has been sentenced to probation.
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Progressive prosecutor lets illegal immigrant teen off easy after crash that killed 24 year-old woman
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Two sources report on the world's first personalized gene-editing treatment.
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Criticism of "activist" judges has been a longstanding issue, with both Democratic and Republican presidents accusing the courts of overstepping their constitutional role. The tension between President Donald Trump and the courts is escalating as both parties test their limits.
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President Trump mentioned the possibility of speaking with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the end of the week, but Beijing has not provided any confirmation. Policy analyst Tanvi Ratna believes the recent trade talks with China offer an opportunity to recalibrate both countries' economies beyond just tariff cuts. As retailers reduce orders for foreign goods due to tariffs, companies specializing in reselling overstocked or returned items may help bridge the gap. A surprise trade deal has given businesses some relief, but many are now looking to explore new markets. Beijing is attempting to build economic partnerships with other countries while maintaining its territorial claims despite expert predictions of its unwillingness to compromise.
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A Trade War Winner? The Booming Business of Returned Products.
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The Menendez brothers, who have been in prison for over 35 years for killing their parents in 1989, are eligible for parole in California. Their upcoming parole hearing in June will determine their potential path to freedom, as it was converted from a clemency hearing. The case is being closely watched as it involves risk assessments and evaluations by the Parole Board. Additionally, there is a separate effort for clemency from Governor Gavin Newsom. The cultural and political context of the 1990s is also under scrutiny as the court reviews the Menendez murder case.
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Menendez brothers move closer to freedom as Newsom drops clemency probes, sets parole hearing
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Motown legend Smokey Robinson is currently under criminal investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department due to allegations of sexual assault made by four of his former staffers. Robinson denies the claims, with his lawyer calling them baseless. The singer welcomes the investigation as a means to reveal the truth.
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Smokey Robinson under criminal investigation after sexual assault allegations by ex-employees
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Tariffs are becoming less of a concern as the U.S. negotiates agreements with other countries, but challenges may still lie ahead. The "Magnificent Seven" stocks have been heavily impacted by President Trump's tariffs. Additionally, an AI stock has experienced a recent rally, pushing its shares above break-even for the year.
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