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Watch live: Trump hosts Easter prayer, dinner at White House: President Trump will host a prayer and dinner Wednesday evening in honor of the Easter holiday at ...
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Watch live: Trump hosts Easter prayer, dinner at White House
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Key FactsZelenskyy in Turkiye: Putin Fails to Attend Talks
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  • Vladimir Putin did not attend the proposed peace talks in Ankara with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

  • Zelenskyy described the Russian delegation as 'decorative' and awaited a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to discuss next steps.
  • We have one chair empty, which is the chair of Vladimir Putin. So now I guess the entire world has realized that there’s only one party not willing to engage in serious peace negotiations, and that certainly is Russia.— Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen made this statement during NATO talks in Antalya.
  • Putin's absence dampened hopes for breakthroughs in peace efforts recently supported by U.S. and European diplomacy.

  • The talks, billed as a revival of 2022 negotiations, remained unclear, with Moscow accused of lacking genuine commitment to a peace process.
Trump says Gaza should be 'taken' by US and turned into a 'freedom zone': This is not the first time Trump has made territorial claims on Gaza. Earlier this year ...
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Trump says Gaza should be 'taken' by US and turned into a 'freedom zone'
Image from the original article. Source: Cyril Ramaphosa's pivotal meeting with Donald Trump: A chance to reset US-SA relations
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Cyril Ramaphosa's pivotal meeting with Donald Trump: A chance to reset ...
Key FactsRamaphosa Labels Emigrants as 'Cowards'
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  • President Cyril Ramaphosa referred to 59 white South Africans relocating to the US as 'cowards', predicting they would return soon.

  • The group received refugee status from Donald Trump, citing racial discrimination, a claim Ramaphosa disputed.
  • As South Africans, we are resilient. We don't run away from our problems. We must stay here and solve our problems. When you run away you are a coward, and that's a real cowardly act.— President Cyril Ramaphosa, speaking at an agricultural exhibition in the Free State province.
  • He emphasized the resilience of South Africans and the importance of addressing domestic issues rather than fleeing.

  • The US government has criticized South Africa for land seizures, while Ramaphosa dismissed allegations of persecution against Afrikaners.
Centrist Nicușor Dan ahead of far-right candidate in new survey on Romanian presidential elections
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump to Tim Cook: I don't want you building iPhones in India: The president has "a little problem" with Apple's CEO.
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Trump to Tim Cook: I don't want you building iPhones in India
Key FactsTrump Pressures Apple to Halt Production in India
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  • President Donald Trump urged Tim Cook to cease manufacturing in India and increase production in the United States.

  • Trump made this statement during a Middle Eastern visit, asserting that India can manage on its own.
  • I don’t want you building in India. India can take care of itself.— Donald Trump during his Middle East tour, referring to his conversation with Apple CEO Tim Cook.
  • Despite India's offer of a no-tariff deal, Trump highlighted high tariff barriers as an obstacle for American products.

  • This stance may impede India's goal of becoming a global tech manufacturing hub.
Donald Trump Mocks France Over World War II Celebrations: President Donald Trump said the U.S. won World War II and should to more to celebrate its role.
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Donald Trump Mocks France Over World War II Celebrations
Image from the original article. Source: ‘Corrupt, incompetent and treasonous’: Springsteen eviscerates Trump and Musk: The heartland rock icon has thoughts about the U.S. president.
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‘Corrupt, incompetent and treasonous’: Springsteen eviscerates Trump and ...
Key FactsBruce Springsteen Critiques Trump at UK Concert
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  • Bruce Springsteen launched his Land of Home and Dreams Tour in Manchester, expressing his outrage at the political climate in the U.S.

  • He labeled the U.S. administration as corrupt and treasonous, calling on the audience to stand against authoritarianism.
  • "The last check on power after the checks and balances of government have failed are the people, you and me."— Bruce Springsteen, during his concert in Manchester, emphasizing the importance of the people in a democracy.
  • Throughout the concert, he performed several songs reflecting his concerns for America, emphasizing the importance of unity and human rights.

  • Springsteen concluded with a message of hope and belief in humanity as he addressed his fans.
Image from the original article. Source: Report: NATO countries' defense spending to rise to five percent: At a meeting of foreign ministers, Johann Wadephul backed Donald Trump's demand ...
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Report: NATO countries' defense spending to rise to five percent
Key FactsWadephul Advocates Five Percent Defense Spending Increase
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: handelsblatt.com
  • Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul supports President Trump's call for NATO defense spending to rise to five percent of GDP.

  • He proposed that 3.5 percent for traditional defense and 1.5 percent for military infrastructure could be sufficient.
  • "The five percent is not an arbitrary number, but a necessity for our security."— Matthew Whitaker, U.S. NATO Ambassador, at a ministerial meeting in Turkey.
  • Current NATO targets set a minimum of two percent, with Germany currently at just over two percent.

  • U.S. Ambassador Whitaker emphasizes the necessity of these expenditures for security and expects greater responsibility from European partners.
William Ruto's nicknames: Why Kenya's president is known as Kasongo, prophet and hustler
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Image from the original article. Source: US and Iran close to nuclear deal, Trump says: Speaking in Qatar, the US President said that Iran has "sort of" agreed to the terms of a deal.
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US and Iran close to nuclear deal, Trump says
Key FactsTrump Announces Progress on Nuclear Talks with Iran
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  • U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States is very close to securing a nuclear deal with Iran.

  • He emphasized that serious negotiations for long-term peace are ongoing between the U.S. and Iran.
  • "Trump thinks he can sanction and threaten us and then talk of human rights. All the crimes and regional instability is caused by them (the United States)."— Masoud Pezeshkian, responding to Trump's comments about Iran.
  • Recent talks aimed at resolving Iran's nuclear program disputes concluded in Oman, with Tehran insisting on continuing uranium enrichment.

  • Iran's president rejected Trump's comments about the nation, criticizing U.S. policies as a source of regional instability.
Ramaphosa will not be bullied in Trump talks — Ntshavheni: “We are not going to the US on our own, we have been invited by President Trump ...
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Ramaphosa will not be bullied in Trump talks — Ntshavheni
Image from the original article. Source: Will Trump’s luxury jet from Qatar sway his decisions? What Americans say in poll
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Will Trump’s luxury jet from Qatar sway his decisions? What Americans say ...
Key FactsTrump and Qatar: Political Rivals Unite Against Jet Deal
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
  • Donald Trump's plan to accept a luxury jet from Qatar has drawn criticism and concern from both opponents and supporters.

  • The proposal is seen by many as a potential bribe, raising eyebrows even among his base.
  • "You should be embarrassed asking that question."— Donald Trump, responding to a reporter's question about the ethics of accepting a luxury jet from Qatar during a news conference at the White House.
  • Legal implications of the deal are under scrutiny, with the government asserting the jet is a gift to the U.S. Department of Defense.

  • Some Republicans express worry over possible conflicts of interest and security risks, while others support the acceptance of the gift.
Image from the original article. Source: Scoop: Trump impeachment called "idiotic" in House Dem meeting: Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was among the lawmakers who blasted Rep. Shri Thanedar's ...
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Scoop: Trump impeachment called
Key FactsWBD Renames Streaming Service to HBO Max
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  • The entity behind the streaming service is set to rename it from "Max" to "HBO Max" this summer, emphasizing a commitment to premium programming.

  • This name change follows a recent update in Max's visual design that aligns it more closely with HBO's branding.
  • "With the course we are on and strong momentum we are enjoying, we believe HBO Max far better represents our current consumer proposition. And it clearly states our implicit promise to deliver content that is recognized as unique and, to steal a line we always said at HBO, worth paying for."— Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO and Max Content, about the renaming of Max to HBO Max.
  • The rebranding effort is part of a long history of identity transformations that HBO has undergone under various owners.

  • The platform achieved profitability in 2024 and aims to exceed 150 million subscribers by the close of 2026.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump Struck Secret Deal With El Chapo’s ‘Terrorist’ Cartel: The family members of infamous drug lord “El Chapo” were given access to the U.S. ...
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Trump Struck Secret Deal With El Chapo’s ‘Terrorist’ Cartel
Key FactsFamily Members of Drug Lord Enter U.S. Amid Deal
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  • Ovidio Guzman Lopez, brother of imprisoned drug lord 'El Chapo', is leading a faction of the Sinaloa Cartel.

  • Seventeen family members of Guzman Lopez crossed into the U.S. as part of a deal with the Trump administration, confirmed by Mexico's security chief.
  • "It is evident that his family is going to the U.S. because of a negotiation or an offer that the Department of Justice is giving him."— Omar García Harfuch, Mexican Security Secretary, in a radio interview about the crossing of family members of Ovidio Guzmán López into the U.S.
  • Rumors suggest Guzman Lopez may plead guilty to evade trial for drug trafficking after his extradition in 2023.

  • U.S. authorities have charged several top Sinaloa Cartel leaders with 'narcoterrorism', indicating increasing pressure on cartel leadership.
Ramaphosa expects to be accorded highest levels of decorum in Trump meeting - Ntshavheni
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'Sleepy Don!' Donald Trump savagely mocked for 'falling asleep' during ...
Key FactsTrump Declares End to Nation-Building in Middle East
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  • President Trump stated in Saudi Arabia that the U.S. will stop lecturing on how to live.

  • He criticized decades of American intervention in the Middle East and urged people to determine their own destinies.
  • The United States will no longer be 'giving you lectures on how to live.'— President Trump declared this during an investment conference in the Saudi capital of Riyadh.
  • The speech garnered mixed reactions, with some celebrating his views and others expressing skepticism.

  • In Syria and Yemen, there was support for Trump's stance on sovereignty, despite frustrations over U.S. interventions.
The U.S.-China trade ‘deal’ is no deal. The U.S. just blinked.: Last month, U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports skyrocketed to 145%.
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The U.S.-China trade ‘deal’ is no deal. The U.S. just blinked.
A once-fringe theory on birthright citizenship comes to the Supreme Court: The Trump administration seeks to challenge the constitutional provision that ...
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A once-fringe theory on birthright citizenship comes to the Supreme Court
Image from the original article. Source: Donald Trump Impeachment Moves Forward in Congress: Democratic Representative Shri Thanedar moved to force a House vote on his articles of impeachment.
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Donald Trump Impeachment Moves Forward in Congress
Key FactsDemocrat Withdraws Impeachment Vote Amid Party Pressure
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
  • Rep. Shri Thanedar of Michigan retracted his threat to force a vote on impeaching President Trump after warnings from party leaders.

  • Though Thanedar still believes Trump has committed impeachable offenses, he opted not to hold the vote, focusing instead on rallying bipartisan support.
  • So those who are asking me, is this the right time to do it? I say it’s never the wrong time to do the right thing.— Rep. Shri Thanedar, discussing his decision to push for an impeachment vote.
  • Democratic leaders expressed concern that an impeachment vote, destined to fail in the GOP-led House, would distract from urgent issues like Medicaid cuts.

  • While Thanedar had previously sought a 'privileged' status for his resolution, Democratic leaders advised him to skip the House floor, resulting in no vote taking place.
Gov. Tim Walz feeds rumor mill about Derek Chauvin pardon, despite Trump saying he knows nothing about it
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Gov. Tim Walz feeds rumor mill about Derek Chauvin pardon ...
Pam Bondi Sold Trump Media Stock the Day Trump Announced Tariffs: Disclosure forms show that Bondi sold between $1 million and $5 million worth of shares on ...
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Pam Bondi Sold Trump Media Stock the Day Trump Announced Tariffs
Musk’s DOGE Is Falling Spectacularly Short of His Target: The billionaire’s goal to slash “at least $2 trillion” is a long, long way off.
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Musk’s DOGE Is Falling Spectacularly Short of His Target
Image from the original article. Source: Boeing wins major Qatar deal as Donald Trump strengthens Gulf ties: Boeing’s shares surged to the highest level in nearly 13 months after the US aerospace ...
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Boeing wins major Qatar deal as Donald Trump strengthens Gulf ties
Key FactsBoeing Secures Record Deal with Qatar Airways
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bloomberg.com
  • Boeing has secured a record order for up to 210 aircraft from Qatar Airways, including 130 787 Dreamliners and 30 777X models.

  • The agreement, signed in the presence of President Trump, is valued at approximately $96 billion.
  • "Boeing is starting to recapture operational momentum after an extended strike and door-plug blowout hamstrung performance last year for its more than $50 billion of bonds."— Matthew Geudtner, a Bloomberg Intelligence credit analyst, discussing Boeing's recovery.
  • CEO Kelly Ortberg, who returned after a corporate crisis, sees this deal as a sign of Boeing's recovery and support for U.S. jobs.

  • This order reinforces the relationship between Qatar Airways and Boeing, as the company meets the rising demand for long-haul aircraft post-pandemic.
Image from the original article. Source: World's poorest president Jose 'Pepe' Mujica dead at 89 : As president of Uruguay from 2010 to 2015, he turned down the presidential palace ...
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World's poorest president Jose 'Pepe' Mujica dead at 89
Key FactsJosé Mujica: A Humble Leader Passes Away
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euronews.com
  • Former Uruguayan President José Mujica has died at age 89.

  • Mujica was renowned for his modest lifestyle and political achievements, including the legalization of marijuana and the introduction of same-sex marriage in Uruguay.
  • "We will miss you greatly, dear old man. Thank you for everything you gave us and for your profound love for your people."— Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi about José Mujica.
  • After his imprisonment during the military dictatorship, he became president in 2010, leaving a legacy of hope and humility.

  • His death prompted tributes from many Latin American leaders, who hailed him as a symbol of humility and leadership.
Robert De Niro Slams Trump at Cannes: Calls Him ‘Philistine President’ and 'Enemy of the Arts'
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Robert De Niro Slams Trump at Cannes: Calls Him ‘Philistine President’ and ...
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Why Does the Trump Administration Want a New Air Force One?
Key FactsRepublican Concerns Over Trump's Qatar Plane Proposal
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
  • Republican lawmakers express concerns about Trump's willingness to accept a $400 million plane from Qatar as the new Air Force One, raising ethical and legal issues.

  • Senators like Josh Hawley argue that accepting such a gift from a foreign nation is inappropriate and advocate for an American-built aircraft.
  • "I prefer a big, beautiful plane built in the United States, made in America, bought in America."— Senator Josh Hawley expressed his concerns over Qatar's offer to finance the new Air Force One.
  • While some party members support the idea, others caution that the proposal poses security risks and legal challenges.

  • Democrats are planning a resolution against the gift, citing constitutional violations and questioning the costs associated with retrofitting the aircraft.
Image from the original article. Source: What are white South Africans ‘refugees’ in the United States escaping from?: Trump said that the group is a victim of ‘genocide,’ a claim that has been refuted ...
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What are white South Africans ‘refugees’ in the United States escaping ...
Key FactsControversy Surrounds White South African Refugees
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: english.elpais.com
  • On May 12, 49 white South Africans were welcomed as refugees in the U.S., sparking international controversy.

  • The Trump administration granted asylum based on alleged discrimination, a claim rejected by the South African government and human rights organizations.
  • "It has been painful to watch one group of refugees, selected in a highly unusual manner, receive preferential treatment over many others who have been waiting in refugee camps or dangerous conditions for years."— Public letter by Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe criticizing the government's decision.
  • President Ramaphosa called the allegations of 'genocide' against white South Africans completely false, citing statistics that do not support racially motivated violence.

  • Critics argue the decision contradicts the Trump administration's broader immigration policies, which have denied refugees from other countries.
Argentina orders immigration crackdown with decree to 'make Argentina great again'
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Argentina orders immigration crackdown with decree to 'make Argentina ...
Trump health fears explode after 'confused' US President makes 'major Saudi blunder'
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Trump health fears explode after 'confused' US President makes 'major ...
Image from the original article. Source: Gabbard fires National Intelligence Council officials after Venezuela report: "These Biden holdovers were dismissed because they politicized intelligence ...
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Gabbard fires National Intelligence Council officials after Venezuela ...
Key FactsGabbard Dismisses Officials Over Contradictory Intelligence Report
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
  • Tulsi Gabbard dismissed two top intelligence officials who oversaw an assessment contradicting President Trump's claims about the Tren de Aragua gang.

  • The assessment challenged the rationale for invoking the Alien Enemies Act, which allows for the summary deportation of suspected gang members without standard due process.
  • It’s clearly a signal to tell analysts throughout the intelligence community: ‘you tell the truth, you provide objective analysis, as you’re supposed to be doing, you are running the risk of getting fired,’— John Brennan, former director of the CIA, regarding Gabbard's firings.
  • Gabbard cited politicized intelligence as the reason for the dismissals, while critics warned that this undermines objectivity within the intelligence community.

  • Democratic lawmakers and former intelligence officials condemned the firings and called for Gabbard to provide evidence regarding the alleged political bias.
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Donald Trump approval tracker
Trump can accept a gift plane, but children should accept fewer toys?: One L.A. Times reader asks, 'What happened to Trump’s suggestion that little girls make do ...
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Trump can accept a gift plane, but children should accept fewer toys?
Trump calls Schumer 'Palestinian' over Qatari plane criticism: President Trump Wednesday called Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer a "Palestinian" ...
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Trump calls Schumer 'Palestinian' over Qatari plane criticism
Image from the original article. Source: The Trump Effect Is Here: Democrats Sweep to Victory in Historic Upset: Omaha just elected its first Black mayor.
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The Trump Effect Is Here: Democrats Sweep to Victory in Historic Upset
Key FactsDemocrat's Historic Win in Omaha Mayoral Race
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
  • John Ewing Jr. defeated Republican Mayor Jean Stothert, becoming Omaha's first black mayor.

  • Ewing's victory indicates promising trends for the Democratic Party ahead of the November 2026 elections.
  • "Tonight, we embark on a new chapter."— John Ewing Jr. told supporters after his victory in the Omaha mayoral election.
  • Stothert, who served for 12 years, expressed pride in her accomplishments and optimism for the future in her concession speech.

  • This election positions Omaha as a significant battleground for the upcoming U.S. House midterm elections.
Trump biographer claims president and Melania are ‘separated’ and do not live by traditional marriage arrangements
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Trump biographer claims president and Melania are ‘separated’ and do not ...
Russia, Ukraine trade insults ahead of Turkey peace talks : Russia and Ukraine traded insults on Thursday as negotiators were due to meet in Turkey ...
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Russia, Ukraine trade insults ahead of Turkey peace talks
Image from the original article. Source: Robert De Niro slams Donald Trump during Palme d'Or acceptance speech at Cannes: As he was presented with the Cannes Film Festival's highest honour ...
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Key FactsDe Niro Critiques Trump at Cannes Film Festival
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
  • Robert De Niro attended the Cannes Film Festival with partner Tiffany Chen, where he received the Honorary Palme d'Or.

  • In his acceptance speech, De Niro criticized President Donald Trump for the proposed 100% tariff on foreign films, calling him a 'philistine'.
  • You can't put a price on creativity, but apparently, you can put a tariff on it.— Robert De Niro criticized Donald Trump during his acceptance speech at the Cannes Film Festival.
  • He urged everyone who cares about freedom to protest against Trump, while the specifics of the tariffs remained uncertain.

  • The festival takes place amid concerns in Hollywood over declining audiences and the threat of U.S. tariffs.
Image from the original article. Source: RFK Jr tells Congress ‘people shouldn’t take medical advice from me’: Health secretary demurs on questions about vaccine stance and defends Republican plans to ...
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RFK Jr tells Congress ‘people shouldn’t take medical advice from me’
Key FactsKennedy Jr. on Vaccines: No Medical Advice Offered
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
  • Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that Americans should not take medical advice from him.

  • When asked if he would vaccinate a child for measles, he indicated he probably would but emphasized that his opinions are irrelevant.
  • I don’t think people should be taking medical advice from me.— Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during a House committee hearing when asked about giving medical advice.
  • Kennedy has previously questioned vaccine effectiveness and propagated debunked claims linking vaccines to autism.

  • He confirmed that all his children are vaccinated but expressed reluctance to provide medical advice.
USA blocks Volodymyr Zelensky's participation in the NATO summit in The Hague - report
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USA blocks Volodymyr Zelensky's participation in the NATO summit in The ...
South African leader and Trump will meet next week after US took in white South Africans as refugees
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South African leader and Trump will meet next week after US took in white ...
Image from the original article. Source: Gavin Newsom blames Donald Trump for California budget woes — what he said: Gavin Newsom attributes California’s economic woes to Trump tariffs ...
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Gavin Newsom blames Donald Trump for California budget woes — what he said
Key FactsNewsom Attributes California Budget Issues to Trump Policies
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  • Governor Gavin Newsom blames California's budget issues on President Donald Trump's tariff policies.

  • The proposed $322 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year reveals a $12 billion deficit, partly due to the impact of tariffs.
  • "California is under assault."— Gavin Newsom, Governor of California, stated this in the context of the state's economic challenges and the impact of President Trump's tariff policies.
  • Critics argue that California's problems are self-inflicted and that Newsom is deflecting from his administration's spending.

  • The proposal to pause Medi-Cal enrollment for undocumented residents and cuts to reproductive health funding faced significant backlash from Democratic allies.
Image from the original article. Source: Donald Trump Just Made Another American Institution Bend to His Will. It’s Especially Ugly.
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Donald Trump Just Made Another American Institution Bend to His Will ...
Key FactsPete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson Reinstated
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbssports.com
  • Pete Rose has been posthumously removed from MLB's permanently ineligible list by Commissioner Rob Manfred, marking the end of a 36-year ban.

  • Manfred stated that lifetime bans do not apply posthumously, allowing Rose to be considered for a nomination to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
  • The National Baseball Hall of Fame has always maintained that anyone removed from Baseball's permanently ineligible list will become eligible for Hall of Fame consideration.— Jane Forbes Clark, chairman of the Hall of Fame's board, regarding Manfred's decision.
  • The Hall of Fame will initiate a voting process to evaluate Rose's candidacy along with other reinstated players.

  • Shoeless Joe Jackson and 15 additional players were also reinstated after previously being banned for alleged violations against the integrity of the game.
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Key FactsNew Medicaid Work Requirements Across the United States
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  • New legislation mandates 80 hours of verified community engagement monthly for Medicaid recipients aged 19 to 55.

  • House Republicans are advocating for work requirements that would require certain recipients to engage in activities like work or volunteering to maintain health benefits.
  • "Work reporting requirements create administrative burdens for already vulnerable populations."— Jamila Michener, Associate Professor of Government and Public Policy at Cornell University, discussing the negative impacts of work requirements on healthcare access.
  • The proposal could lead to approximately 600,000 individuals losing Medicaid coverage and shift costs to state governments.

  • Critics express concerns about the negative impact on healthcare access, while supporters believe it will promote employment and reduce fraud.
‘Not My Lane’: House Speaker Mike Johnson Defers To Trump On Accepting Gift Plane
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‘Not My Lane’: House Speaker Mike Johnson Defers To Trump On Accepting ...
The anti-woke right won in 2024. Now they’re turning on each other.: A glimpse into the bitter infighting consuming MAGA’s intellectual ranks.
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The anti-woke right won in 2024. Now they’re turning on each other.
Trump's Mid East visit comes as his family deepens business, crypto ties: White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said it was "ridiculous" to "suggest that ...
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Trump's Mid East visit comes as his family deepens business, crypto ties
Trump says he wants US to ‘take’ Gaza and turn it into ‘freedom zone’ as he visits the UAE: Live updates
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Trump says he wants US to ‘take’ Gaza and turn it into ‘freedom zone’ as ...
China says ready to ‘expand practical cooperation’ with Russian army: China said Thursday it was ready to “expand practical cooperation” with the Russian army ...
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China says ready to ‘expand practical cooperation’ with Russian army
Ukraine war live blog: Putin is not coming to Istanbul: Direct talks between representatives of Russia and Ukraine are planned in Turkey on Thursday ...
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Ukraine war live blog: Putin is not coming to Istanbul
Air Shady: If Donald Trump were a country, he’d be just like Qatar | Opinion: They both hired Pam Bondi as a lobbyist, though Trump pays her less and has given ...
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Air Shady: If Donald Trump were a country, he’d be just like Qatar | ...
Trump marvels at wealth of his Arab hosts while he eyes White House and Air Force One upgrades
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Trump marvels at wealth of his Arab hosts while he eyes White House and ...
Senate Dems ask AG Bondi to investigate Musk-owned Starlink deals - UPI.com: Several Senate Democrats want to know if the Trump administration is intervening on ...
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Senate Dems ask AG Bondi to investigate Musk-owned Starlink deals - UPI ...
Trump can't stop talking about the pushback to the Qatar plane deal: President Trump continues to defend the proposed gift in numerous posts on Truth Social and ...
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Trump can't stop talking about the pushback to the Qatar plane deal
Ex-FBI agent and Pentagon contractor sues over secret recording showing him criticizing Trump
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Ex-FBI agent and Pentagon contractor sues over secret recording showing ...
Senate rejects Trump's Library of Congress takeover: Congress resisted the president's attempts to control 'the legislative branch's premier research body'
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Senate rejects Trump's Library of Congress takeover
Harvard against Trump: Rector forgoes a quarter of his salary: The US president is putting financial pressure on the elite university to submit to his political ...
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Harvard against Trump: Rector forgoes a quarter of his salary
DNC Trolls Trump With ‘Welcome to Qatar-a-Lago’ Banner Over His Florida Club: The stunt comes after Trump said he would accept a $400 million luxury jet from ...
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DNC Trolls Trump With ‘Welcome to Qatar-a-Lago’ Banner Over His Florida ...
El Chapo relatives entered US under Trump deal: Mexico: At least 17 members of El Chapo's family have crossed into the U.S. under a secret deal orchestrated by ...
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El Chapo relatives entered US under Trump deal: Mexico
Rahm Emanuel Reveals The Would-Be Saudi Gift That Was Totally 'Not Happening': Barack Obama's former chief of staff said the White House has a "for sale" sign on ...
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Rahm Emanuel Reveals The Would-Be Saudi Gift That Was Totally 'Not ...
Robert De Niro blasts ‘philistine’ President Trump at Cannes: Robert De Niro turned a Cannes Film Festival event honoring his work into a critique of ...
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Robert De Niro blasts ‘philistine’ President Trump at Cannes
64 percent of Jewish voters disapprove of Trump efforts to fight antisemitism: Poll
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64 percent of Jewish voters disapprove of Trump efforts to fight ...
Biden aides discussed wheelchair use if reelected, new book says: Concerns within Biden's team grew after he tripped over a sandbag at the Air Force Academy in ...
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Biden aides discussed wheelchair use if reelected, new book says
Image from the original article. Source: ‘Deeply creepy’: Enormous brooding banner of Trump now hangs alongside Lincoln outside Department of Agriculture
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‘Deeply creepy’: Enormous brooding banner of Trump now hangs alongside ...
Key FactsControversy Over Trump Banner at Agriculture Department
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  • An enormous banner of President Donald Trump, adapted from his official portrait, now hangs outside the Agriculture Department in Washington, D.C.

  • The banner, revealed on the department's birthday, has drawn Twitter criticism, with users describing it as 'fashy' and having a 'North Korean aesthetic.'
  • It’s interesting that these freedom-loving MAGA alpha males want to institute this deeply creepy 3rd world culture where we have a national daddy that must be obeyed.— Tim Miller, host of The Bulwark Podcast and an MSNBC analyst, tweeted about the new Trump banner installation.
  • Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins praised Trump for his vision, which she claims is ushering in a 'Golden Age' for farmers, while the department faces significant employee resignations.

  • Under Rollins, DEI programs have been rescinded, changes to the food assistance program announced, and initiatives to streamline the USDA workforce implemented.
Image from the original article. Source: Schumer blocks Trump DOJ appointees over $400M plane gift from Qatar: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer puts a hold on President Donald Trump's Justice ...
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Schumer blocks Trump DOJ appointees over $400M plane gift from Qatar
Key FactsSchumer Blocks Trump DOJ Nominees Over Qatar Jet Gift
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  • Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has placed a hold on all Trump Justice Department nominees while seeking answers about a luxury jet gift from Qatar.

  • He demands an explanation from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the legality of the gift under the Emoluments Clause and insists she testify before Congress.
  • The Attorney General must testify before both the House and Senate to explain why gifting Donald Trump a private jet does not violate the emoluments clause — which requires congressional approval — or any other ethics laws.— Chuck Schumer, during his remarks on the Senate floor regarding the situation with Qatar.
  • Schumer criticized the DOJ for failing to enforce the Foreign Agent Registration Act and called for greater transparency in foreign dealings.

  • President Trump defended the jet as a 'very nice gesture,' stating it would eventually be used for his presidential library.