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Image from the original article. Source: Centrist Wins Romanian Presidency, Defeating Hard-Right Populist: Supporters of Bucharest mayor Nicusor Dan celebrated after he won Romania’s high-stakes ...
balkaninsight.com/2025/05/19/centrist-wins-romanian-presidency-defeating-hard-right-populist/

Key FactsRomania Elects Pro-European President Against Far-Right Rival
6h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Nicusor Dan, the mayor of Bucharest, won the presidential election with 54% of the votes against Trump supporter George Simion.
- Dan pledged to maintain support for Ukraine and combat corruption, while Simion advocated for eurosceptic, nationalist policies.
- Voter turnout was the highest in 25 years, signaling a backlash against right-wing populism.
- Dan faces the challenge of securing a prime minister to achieve a parliamentary majority and address Romania's economic difficulties.
"There will be a difficult period ahead, necessary for economic rebalancing to lay the foundations of a healthy society. Please have hope and patience."— Nicusor Dan, the newly elected President of Romania, spoke to his supporters after exit polls were published showing him ahead.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump calls for ‘major investigation’ into Bruce Springsteen after singer brands him ‘incompetent’
independent.co.uk/us/bruce-springsteen-donald-trump-us-investigation-b2753573.html

Key FactsTrump Demands Investigation into Bruce Springsteen
2h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- Donald Trump has called for a 'major investigation' into Bruce Springsteen following the singer's remarks labeling him as 'incompetent'.
- Trump speculated that Kamala Harris may have paid Springsteen for an 'illegal campaign contribution' and mentioned other Democratic supporters.
- His claims lack evidence and surfaced shortly after he expressed support for Joe Biden, who is battling prostate cancer.
- Springsteen previously criticized Trump as 'corrupt and incompetent' and endorsed Harris during the election campaign.
In my home, the America I love, the America I’ve written about, that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years, is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent and treasonous administration.— Bruce Springsteen during a concert in Manchester, England, criticizing Donald Trump's administration.
Former President Joe Biden says "cancer touches us all" after diagnosis: Former President Joe Biden expressed his gratitude Monday for an outpouring of support ...
cbsnews.com/news/joe-biden-prostate-cancer-reaction/
Trump wants probe into Harris' endorsements from Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey: The president has continued to take aim at some of his former rival's celebrity backers.
axios.com/2025/05/19/trump-kamala-harris-celebrity-endorsements-investigation

Image from the original article. Source: Trump says he’ll call for ‘major investigation’ into performers at Harris events: President Trump is calling for an investigation into the alleged illegal ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5307125-trump-investigate-celebrities-harris-election/

Key FactsTrump Demands Investigation into Bruce Springsteen and Others
2h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
- President Trump has called for an investigation into Bruce Springsteen and other artists supporting Kamala Harris.
- He alleges that Springsteen may have received illegal campaign contributions from Harris and criticizes the artists for their endorsements.
- Trump has previously used Springsteen's music at his rallies despite the artist's objections.
- Springsteen emphasizes the importance of free speech, countering Trump's threats.
In America, my home, they’re persecuting people for their right to free speech and voicing their dissent. That’s happening now.— Bruce Springsteen, during a concert in Manchester, England.
Image from the original article. Source: Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer: Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer that has ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/05/19/joe-biden-diagnosed-with-aggressive-prostate-cancer

Key FactsBiden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
18h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones.
- He and his family are exploring treatment options, and the cancer is hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective management.
- The cancer scored 9 on the Gleason scale, indicating a very high risk, but many men may live five to ten years or longer with metastatic prostate cancer.
- Biden's health has been under scrutiny during his presidency, with concerns about his age impacting perceptions of his potential candidacy for 2024.
"Cancer touches us all. Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places. Thank you for lifting us up with love and support."— Joe Biden in an X post, discussing his cancer diagnosis.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump Wants Investigation Into Springsteen And Beyonce’s Endorsement Of Harris: The president continued his feud with singer Bruce Springsteen and claimed his ...
forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2025/05/19/trump-wants-investigation-into-springsteen-and-beyonces-endorsement-of-harris/

Key FactsSpringsteen Hits Back: Criticism of Trump's Administration
4h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Bruce Springsteen has criticized the U.S. government again after President Trump referred to him as a 'dried-out prune.'
- During a concert in Manchester, Springsteen expressed concerns about democracy and the persecution of those exercising free speech.
- He labeled Trump as an 'unfit president' and described the administration as 'corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous.'
- Tensions between Springsteen and Trump continue as the musician's tour runs through July across Europe.
In America, the richest men are taking satisfaction in abandoning the world's poorest children to sickness and death. That's happening now.— Bruce Springsteen speaks about the current societal issues in America.
Nicusor Dan takes daughter to school today: President-elect Nicu?or Dan was caught on camera taking his daughter to school on Monday morning ...
romaniajournal.ro/society-people/nicusor-dan-photographed-taking-his-daughter-to-school-on-the-first-day-after-becoming-president/

Donald Trump Jr. Ripped Over 'Disgusting' Post About Biden's Cancer: Critics slammed the president's son as "vile" for sharing a conspiracy theory about the ...
huffpost.com/entry/donald-trump-jr-biden-cancer_n_682a9015e4b0a298593a3f43

European leaders congratulate Bucharest’s pro-EU mayor Nicușor Dan on presidential election victory
romania-insider.com/european-leaders-congratulate-nicusor-dan-presidential-win-2025

New Romanian president a relief for joint EU defence efforts: In his campaign manifesto, Romania's new president-elect pledged to “actively participate” in joint ...
euractiv.com/section/defence/news/new-romanian-president-a-relief-for-joint-eu-defence-efforts/

Gwede Mantashe is acting president while Ramaphosa, Mashatile travel: President Cyril Ramaphosa and Deputy President Paul Mashatile are on working visits to the ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-05-19-gwede-mantashe-is-acting-president-while-ramaphosa-mashatile-travel/
Image from the original article. Source: Trump hopes for ceasefire progress in Russia-Ukraine war in Monday calls with Putin and Zelenskyy
twincities.com/2025/05/19/trump-putin-zelenskyy-monday-calls/

Key FactsRussia Escalates Attacks on Ukraine
May 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
- Russia launched 273 drone attacks on Ukraine in one night, with 88 intercepted by Ukrainian air defense.
- The Ukrainian military reported strikes in Dnipro, Donetsk, and Kyiv, resulting in multiple injuries and at least one civilian death.
- Direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, the first in over three years, yielded no significant progress due to unacceptable demands from Russia.
- Chancellor Merz and European leaders expressed disappointment over slow advancements and called for sanctions against Russia to exert pressure on the Kremlin.
"We are very disappointed that this did not happen."— Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz commented on the slow progress of peace efforts for Ukraine.
JD Vance gives Pope Leo XIV an invitation from Trump to visit US: U.S. Vice President JD Vance has extended an invitation to Pope Leo XIV to visit the United ...
nydailynews.com/2025/05/19/vatican-pope-vance-ukraine/

Image from the original article. Source: Trump to press Putin to end 'bloodbath' in Ukraine
cnbc.com/2025/05/19/trump-to-press-putin-to-end-bloodbath-in-ukraine.html

Key FactsTrump Seeks Progress in Ukraine Conflict
1h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- President Trump expressed frustration with both Putin and Zelenskyy while holding separate discussions aimed at ending the Ukraine war.
- He plans to contact NATO leaders, hoping for a productive day with advancements in negotiations.
- Trump's advisors emphasize that the president has clear expectations and may walk away from efforts to end the war if there are no results.
- Zelenskyy met with Trump's vice president and other European leaders to intensify diplomatic efforts.
I believe that peace at any price is not peace at all. It’s appeasement, and as we know from history, appeasement only leads to more war.— Bridget Brink, the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, discussing her reasons for resigning.
Trump Calls for Investigation Into Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen Performances: President Donald Trump is taking aim at Kamala Harris's election campaign.
newsweek.com/trump-calls-investigation-beyonce-bruce-springsteen-performances-2073941

Image from the original article. Source: Trump attacks Taylor Swift again: ‘She’s no longer hot’: The US President's comment marks a fresh event in the ongoing hostility between the two ...
indianexpress.com/article/world/trump-attacks-taylor-swift-again-says-she-no-longer-hot-10013701/

Key FactsTrump Targets Taylor Swift Again
22h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: indianexpress.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: indianexpress.com
- The US President has reignited his public feud with Taylor Swift following her endorsement of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for the 2024 presidential election.
- In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed Swift is 'no longer hot' since he declared his dislike for her.
- Swift has voiced her disapproval of Trump multiple times, accusing him of treating the presidency like an 'autocracy.'
- After Swift's endorsement of Harris, Trump suggested she could face backlash in the marketplace for her political views.
Has anyone noticed that, since I said ‘I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT,’ she’s no longer ‘HOT?’— Donald Trump made this statement in a Truth Social post regarding Taylor Swift.
F-1 visa denied? Hacks Indian students need to crack the US student visa: The F-1 visa rejection rate has increased by approximately 20 per cent in 2025 ...
business-standard.com/immigration/f-1-visa-denied-hacks-indian-students-need-to-crack-the-us-student-visa-125051900876_1.html
Image from the original article. Source: Joe Biden Is Diagnosed With an Aggressive Form of Prostate Cancer: The cancer has metastasized to the bone, according to a statement from Mr ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/18/us/politics/biden-prostate-cancer.html

Key FactsBiden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer
18h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hollywoodreporter.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hollywoodreporter.com
- Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer after a prostate nodule was found during an examination.
- The cancer has spread to the bones and is classified as aggressive, yet it is hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective treatment options.
- Biden's Gleason score of 9 indicates one of the most aggressive forms of cancer, which is more challenging to treat when metastasized.
- Despite health concerns during his presidency, Biden remains committed to cancer initiatives, aiming to reduce the death rate over the next 25 years.
Romanians elect pro-EU Bucharest mayor Nicușor Dan as new president: Nicușor Dan, the pro-European mayor of Bucharest, has been elected president of Romania ...
euobserver.com/eu-political/arfc921f7e

Mike Pence Calls Trump Tariffs 'Largest Peacetime Tax Hike' on Americans: Pence criticizes Trump's tariffs in NBC interview as harmful to consumers and jobs ...
newsweek.com/pence-calls-trump-tariffs-largest-peacetime-hike-americans-2073854

Trump threatens ABC News over Qatar jet coverage: President Trump is threatening ABC News over its coverage of a luxury jet he is set to receive from Qatar ...
thehill.com/homenews/media/5307218-trump-threatens-abc-news-qatar-jet-coverage/

Trump’s big bill advances in rare weekend vote, but conservatives demand more changes
twincities.com/2025/05/19/trump-budget-bill-clears-hurdle/

Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill advances out of committee, but conservatives demand more changes
pbs.org/newshour/politics/trumps-big-beautiful-bill-advances-out-of-committee-but-conservatives-demand-more-changes

Image from the original article. Source: The Talented Mr. Vance: J. D. Vance could have brought the country’s conflicting strands together. Instead, he took a divisive path to the peak of power.
theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2025/07/jd-vance-reinvention-power/682828/

Key FactsVice President Vance Meets Pope Leo XIV
2h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Pope Leo XIV, a U.S. citizen, met with Vice President JD Vance, who converted to Catholicism as an adult.
- Details of the discussions between Vance and Leo were not provided, but a subsequent meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio occurred.
- Leo, elected on May 8, had previously criticized Trump's immigration policies.
- Following the meeting, there was a cordial exchange on international issues and the importance of respecting humanitarian law.
Trump’s approval numbers are sinking. Do Republicans have the ‘charisma’ to overcome it?
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In pro-military Nebraska, a lawmaker’s stand over Hegseth tests the GOP: Rep. Don Bacon has called for the embattled defense secretary’s ouster ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2025/05/19/don-bacon-pete-hegseth-signalgate/
'Heartbreaking': Maple Leafs must end era of Marner, Shanahan: During Mitch Marner’s final shift as a Maple Leaf, the fans of the team he grew up ...
sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/heartbreaking-maple-leafs-must-end-era-of-marner-shanahan/
Donald Trump foe says president must be stopped before ‘tanks are rolling down the streets’
pennlive.com/news/2025/05/donald-trump-foe-says-president-must-be-stopped-before-tanks-are-rolling-down-the-streets.html

Trump warns America’s businesses: Eat my tariffs, or pay the price: President Trump used his bully pulpit to warn America’s businesses about raising prices due ...
cnn.com/2025/05/19/business/trump-tariffs-price-consumers

Image from the original article. Source: Low prices and Trump's trade war are pushing these Northwest farmers to the brink
npr.org/2025/05/19/nx-s1-5388501/low-prices-and-trumps-trade-war-are-pushing-these-northwest-farmers-to-the-brink

Key FactsNorthwest Farmers Struggle with Prices and Uncertainty
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
- Low wheat prices and high inflation are burdening farmers in Washington.
- Uncertainty from trade wars and changing political conditions heightens farmers' concerns.
- Farmers in the region worry that decades-long trade relationships may have been irreparably harmed.
- Young farmers are trying to stay optimistic while adapting their operations.
Next year it's not going to be pretty. Farming will be changed forever.— Jim Moyer, a farmer from Washington who worries many of his neighbors won't survive if the uncertainty persists.
Trump Invites Leo, First American Pontiff, to Visit White House: US President Donald Trump invited Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-19/trump-invites-leo-first-american-pontiff-to-visit-white-house


The argument's over: Americans pay for tariffs: The president and his economic team acknowledge that tariffs are raising prices for everyone.
axios.com/2025/05/19/trump-tariffs-who-pays

‘Biden could die in 2 months’: Trump ally claims former president had been hiding his terminal illness
wionews.com/world/-biden-could-die-in-2-months-trump-ally-claims-former-president-had-been-hiding-his-terminal-illness-1747644285147

Trump’s zeal to remove undocumented immigrants is already threatening the economy | Opinion
sacbee.com/opinion/article306721871.html
Ukraine War Live Ticker: +++ 4:59 PM Telephone call between Trump and Putin has begun +++
n-tv.de/politik/16-59-Telefonat-von-Trump-und-Putin-hat-begonnen--article23143824.html

Philippines' Marcos says he is open to reconciling with Dutertes: MANILA: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said he was open to reconciling with the ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/philippines-marcos-open-reconcile-dutertes-5139401

Verizon ends DEI policies to get FCC's blessing for its $20 billion Frontier deal
npr.org/2025/05/19/nx-s1-5402863/verizon-fcc-frontier-dei-trump

Image from the original article. Source: 2,300-yr-old silk manuscripts finally return to China after 79 years in US: The silk manuscripts, containing more than 900 Chinese characters ...
business-standard.com/world-news/zidanku-ancient-silk-manuscripts-return-china-smithsonian-warring-states-125051900245_1.html
Key FactsReturn of Ancient Silk Manuscripts to China
9h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: business-standard.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: business-standard.com
- The Zidanku Silk Manuscripts, containing over 900 Chinese characters, are the oldest known silk texts and have returned to China after 79 years in the US.
- Dating back to the Warring States period, these manuscripts were unearthed in 1942 in Changsha and smuggled out in 1946.
- Their repatriation, facilitated by diplomatic negotiations with China's National Cultural Heritage Administration, marks a significant moment for US-China cultural cooperation.
- The returned manuscripts are set to be displayed at the National Museum of China in Beijing in July.
"The return of the Zidanku manuscripts reflects a national revival, as lost treasures of Chinese civilisation make their way home."— Xie Feng, China's ambassador to the US, on the significance of the manuscripts' return.
No More Refugees, Trump Said. Except White South Africans.: How President Trump’s MAGA movement became obsessed with Afrikaners.
nytimes.com/2025/05/19/podcasts/the-daily/refugees-trump-white-south-africans-afrikaners.html

Image from the original article. Source: Trump calls on Walmart to absorb tariffs rather than raise prices: President Donald Trump on Saturday scolded Walmart for saying that his tariffs would force the ...
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Key FactsTrump Demands Walmart Absorb Tariff Costs
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- President Trump criticized Walmart for not absorbing the additional costs of his tariffs instead of raising prices.
- Walmart warned that prices for numerous products could increase due to the tariffs, while Trump insisted companies should bear the tariff burden.
- Consumer sentiment in the U.S. is deteriorating as concerns about rising prices and tariffs grow.
- Trump urged the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, despite potential inflationary consequences.
"Walmart should STOP trying to blame Tariffs as the reason for raising prices throughout the chain. Walmart made BILLIONS OF DOLLARS last year, far more than expected."— Donald Trump, in a social media post responding to Walmart's announcement of price increases.
Marcos still open to reconciling with Dutertes: President Marcos said he remains open to reconciling with the Duterte family amid lingering political tensions ...
mb.com.ph/2025/05/19/marcos-still-open-to-reconciling-with-dutertes
Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer, wishes pour in for former U.S president
wionews.com/videos/joe-biden-diagnosed-with-prostate-cancer-wishes-pour-in-for-former-u-s-president-1747640195670

PM Modi wishes former U.S president Joe Biden a speedy and complete recovery : Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern over former U.S ...
wionews.com/videos/pm-modi-wishes-former-u-s-president-joe-biden-a-speedy-and-complete-recovery-1747649459872

Trump set for critical phone call with Putin: President Trump is set to hold a critical Monday phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid rising ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5307199-trump-putin-phone-call-ukraine-war/

Steenhuisen: Top priority during govt visit to US will be growing economy: Steenhuisen forms part of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s delegation to America ...
ewn.co.za/2025/05/19/steenhuisen-top-priority-during-govt-visit-to-us-will-be-growing-economy

Trump brands his opponents as ‘communists,’ a label loaded with the baggage of American history
stltoday.com/news/nation-world/government-politics/article_95114080-a44e-5548-bca8-d16c2630140b.html

Mantashe appointed acting president while Ramaphosa, Mashatile are overseas: President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister ...
news24.com/politics/mantashe-appointed-acting-president-while-ramaphosa-mashatile-are-overseas-20250519-0677

US President Biden with memory gaps: Recordings reveal disturbing moments: Audio recordings previously kept under lock and key show Joe Biden's memory lapses: he ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/us-praesident-biden-mit-gedaechtnisluecken-aufnahmen-enthuellen-verstoerende-momente-li.2326131

Donald Trump Jr.’s Post About Joe Biden’s Cancer Sparks Fury: The comment from the president’s son has been slammed as “heartless and “disgusting.”
thedailybeast.com/donald-trump-jrs-post-about-joe-bidens-cancer-sparks-fury/

Scott Bessent: Trump's 'strategic uncertainty' is a negotiating tactic: "So, if we were to give too much certainty to the other countries, then they would play ...
businessinsider.com/scott-bessent-trump-strategic-uncertainty-negotiating-tactic-2025-5
Image from the original article. Source: MK Stalin urges eight non-BJP CMs to oppose presidential reference on powers of president, governors
scroll.in/latest/1082495/mk-stalin-urges-eight-non-bjp-cms-to-oppose-presidential-reference-on-powers-of-president-governors

Key FactsStalin Calls on CMs to Oppose Presidential Reference
11h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: scroll.in
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: scroll.in
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin urged eight non-BJP CMs to oppose the presidential reference to the Supreme Court regarding timelines for governors and the president to act on state legislation.
- He emphasized the need for a coordinated legal strategy to protect constitutional integrity, as the reference challenges a significant Supreme Court ruling from April 8.
- The court declared the governor's refusal to assent to ten bills illegal and imposed a three-month deadline for approval or rejection of such bills.
- Stalin cautioned against BJP's attempts to undermine this landmark ruling, which safeguards the federal structure and legislative powers of state governments.
"Obviously, the BJP is attempting to unsettle this judgement, which can be invoked as a precedent by other States when faced with an obstinate Governor."— MK Stalin, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, in a letter urging non-BJP CMs to oppose the presidential reference regarding the powers of governors.
‘They made billions last year’: Donald Trump wants Walmart to do communism for a bit so his tariffs don’t make him look bad
wegotthiscovered.com/politics/they-made-billions-last-year-donald-trump-wants-walmart-to-do-communism-for-a-bit-so-his-tariffs-dont-make-him-look-bad/

Hassett Dismisses Moody’s Downgrade, Calls US Debt ‘Safest Bet’: White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett criticized Moody’s Ratings over its ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-19/hassett-dismisses-moody-s-downgrade-calls-us-debt-safest-bet


Ramaphosa says SA has advanced policies of redress to acknowledge apartheid injustices
ewn.co.za/2025/05/19/ramaphosa-says-sa-has-advanced-policies-of-redress-to-acknowledge-apartheid-injustices

Trump to speak to Putin on end to war in Ukraine as Europeans demand ceasefire: Trump said he would also speak to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and ...
reuters.com/world/china/trump-speak-putin-end-war-ukraine-europeans-demand-ceasefire-2025-05-19/
MAGA Goes Beserk After Trump’s FBI Bosses Say Epstein Killed Himself: Kash Patel and Dan Bongino dismissed a trove of internet conspiracies by stating that ...
thedailybeast.com/maga-goes-beserk-after-kash-patel-and-dan-bongino-say-epstein-killed-himself/

Javier Milei's party wins big in Buenos Aires election upset: In a boost for the party ahead of October's midterms, the Argentinian president's spokesperson ...
euronews.com/2025/05/19/javier-mileis-populist-party-comes-first-in-buenos-aires-elections

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel plans to take over all of Gaza: Prime minister acknowledges besieged strip is approaching starvation after announcing plans to ...
ft.com/content/8f1f3372-ecfc-46ed-9003-14b240613388

DBS President Julius Beucher warns against Donald Trump and the AfD: As he bids farewell as President of the German Disabled Sports Association ...
faz.net/aktuell/sport/sportpolitik/deutschen-behindertensportverband-friedhelm-julius-beucher-im-interview-110484646.html
Europe seeks defence pact with Australia as tanks head to Ukraine: The European Union is seeking a defence pact with Australia to deepen military co-operation ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/europe-seeks-defence-pact-with-australia-as-tanks-head-to-ukraine-20250519-p5m090.html
Former US President Joe Biden has cancer: Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer with bone metastases. According to his office ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/frueherer-us-praesident-joe-biden-hat-krebs-li.2326008

Chapter 3: The charismatic messiah: The leadership exercised by the president is based on the belief that he possesses extraordinary ...
english.elpais.com/usa/2025-05-18/chapter-3-the-charismatic-messiah.html

Bessent defends Trump’s Qatari luxury jet gift: ‘French gave us the Statue of Liberty’
thehill.com/homenews/5306272-bessent-defends-trump-jet-gift/

Trump to carry out tariff threats if nations don't negotiate in 'good faith,' Bessent says
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/trump-carry-out-tariff-threats-if-nations-dont-negotiate-good-faith-bessent-says-2025-05-19/
Joe Biden Diagnosed with ‘Aggressive’ Form of Prostate Cancer: Former president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/joe-biden-prostate-cancer-1235342174/


Leaked audio reveals extent of Biden’s struggle to remember key details in 2023 interview, including when son died
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/biden-interview-leaked-recording-special-counsel-b2752746.html

Image from the original article. Source: Critics of the US President: Donald Trump wants Bruce Springsteen to shut up - | he's backing up his voice
spiegel.de/kultur/musik/donald-trump-will-dass-bruce-springsteen-den-mund-haelt-der-legt-nach-a-09c7f6ae-b83d-4253-b2c5-ccf54d846b73

Key FactsSpringsteen Strikes Back at Trump During Concert
May 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- Bruce Springsteen criticized Donald Trump again at a concert in Manchester.
- Trump had previously demanded that Springsteen 'shut up,' which was seen as a threat.
- Springsteen reiterated his accusations against Trump's administration and addressed issues regarding citizens' treatment.
- He encouraged his audience to believe in the true America and remain hopeful for the future.
"The America I have sung about for you for 50 years is real, and despite its many flaws, it is a great country with great people, and we will survive this moment."— Bruce Springsteen speaks about his view on America during a concert.
Patel Unleashes on Canada for Flow of Fentanyl to US: The FBI director claimed Canada was not stopping waves of the drug from coming through the Northern Border.
thedailybeast.com/fbi-director-kash-patel-unleashes-on-canada-for-flow-of-fentanyl-to-us/

Springsteen, Undeterred by Trump, Keeps Up War of Words From Foreign Stage: The president had warned the rock icon to ‘keep his mouth shut’ during European tour
wsj.com/politics/springsteen-undeterred-by-trump-keeps-up-war-of-words-from-foreign-stage-f5b26b73

Image from the original article. Source: Polish centrist Trzaskowski slightly ahead in presidential vote, exit poll shows: Sunday's ballot will be the biggest test of Prime Minister Donald Tusk's ...
reuters.com/world/europe/polish-presidential-election-test-if-pms-pro-eu-vision-is-trump-proof-2025-05-18/

Key FactsTrzaskowski narrowly wins first round of presidential election
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: politico.eu
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: politico.eu
- Rafał Trzaskowski, the Mayor of Warsaw, secured 31.36% of the votes in the first round of Poland's presidential election, while Karol Nawrocki received 29.54%.
- Trzaskowski faces the challenge of broadening his appeal as opposition candidates performed better than those supporting the government.
- Nawrocki encouraged his supporters to resist state propaganda and aims to attract voters from Sławomir Mentzen's camp.
- The upcoming runoff on June 1 will be crucial, with both candidates competing for votes from those who supported minor candidates in the first round.
I told you eight months ago it would be very close — and it is very close.— Rafał Trzaskowski at a rally held by his campaign on Sunday evening.
Trade dispute: EU-US summit between JD Vance, von der Leyen, and Meloni in Rome: Both sides are looking for a solution to the trade dispute triggered by the US ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/handelsstreit-eu-usa-spitzentreffen-zwischen-jd-vance-von-der-leyen-und-meloni-in-rom/100129186.html

Image from the original article. Source: Ramaphosa to push for tariff relief, address refugee claims in US visit: President Cyril Ramaphosa will use his Washington visit to demand an end to US trade ...
mg.co.za/politics/2025-05-17-ramaphosa-to-push-for-tariff-relief-address-refugee-claims-in-us-visit/

Key FactsRamaphosa Advocates for Tariff Relief, Addresses Refugee Issues
May 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
- President Cyril Ramaphosa aims to advocate for the removal of trade tariffs on South African exports and address diplomatic tensions during his upcoming visit to the US from May 19 to 22.
- This visit is crucial for maintaining South Africa's international relationships amid complex geopolitical challenges.
- Ramaphosa will also tackle international criticism regarding the country's human rights record, especially concerning the treatment of minority groups.
- Addressing rising unemployment remains a government priority, with an upcoming budget set to propose solutions to this issue.
There’s been noise about South Africa committing a genocide. But we all know, as South Africans – black and white – that there is no genocide here. We are not genocidal.— Cyril Ramaphosa, addressing international criticism of South Africa’s domestic human rights record.
Trump is a ‘madman’ and it’s Democrats’ fault we are ‘stuck’ with him, senator says
pennlive.com/news/2025/05/trump-is-a-madman-and-its-democrats-fault-we-are-stuck-with-him-senator-says.html

The latest on Donald Trump’s presidency: President Donald Trump will hold a call with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin this week as he continues to push for an ...
cnn.com/politics/live-news/trump-presidency-news-05-18-25

Bruce Springsteen Again Calls Out ‘Unfit President’ Trump at Second Manchester Concert
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bruce-springsteen-unfit-president-trump-speech-manchester-1235342105/

Lauren Boebert Reignites Kid Rock Dating Rumors With New Pic: Boebert was pictured alongside the MAGA rocker at an event in Texas over the weekend.
thedailybeast.com/lauren-boebert-reignites-kid-rock-dating-rumors-with-new-pic/
Biden ‘failed this country’ by seeking second term, says Beto O’Rourke: Ex-Texas representative, who lost gubernatorial election to Greg Abbott ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/18/joe-biden-beto-orourke

82-year-old former president: Biden makes cancer diagnosis public: Former US President Joe Biden has prostate cancer, his office announced. According to the ...
spiegel.de/ausland/joe-biden-macht-krebserkrankung-oeffentlich-a-7a86edd5-9522-43b2-bbd4-a3edb599087e

Kamala Harris needs to decide why she wants to be governor: The former vice president will spend this summer figuring out her political future ...
latimes.com/politics/story/2025-05-18/kamala-harris-future-california-governor-2026-president-2028

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