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‘Make deal in Gaza’: Trump steps up pressure for ceasefire; urges Hamas to release hostages

US President Donald Trump US President Donald Trump posted a message late at night, calling upon Israel and Hamas to reach an agreement regarding Gaza, focusing on the return of hostages who were taken on October 7.“MAKE THE DEAL IN GAZA. GET THE HOSTAGES BACK!!! DJT,” was his message on the Truth Social platform. The […]

‘Abundance of caution’: NYPD boosts security across NYC as US makes direct entry in Israel-Iran conflict; steps up protection of cultural and diplomatic sites

NYPD (Image credits: ANI) The New York City Police Department (NYPD) announced Sunday that it is deploying additional resources across various sites in NYC after the US launched strikes on Iran’s three nuclear enrichment facilities.With the US now involved, concerns are growing about security in major US cities as Iran responded with fury to the […]

Who is James Fishback? Doge architect steps away the moment Musk feuds with Trump; says ‘it’s time for Tesla CEO to apologize’

James Fishback, the principal architect of the “DOGE checks” initiative, announced on Friday his withdrawal from the movement following Elon Musk’s criticism of Donald Trump and demanded that Tesla CEO apologise to the President.“I believed in Elon Musk’s vision to shrink government and make it work better for Americans. I’m proud of the DOGE Dividend […]

Dalton cop steps down after ICE detains student wrongfully arrested over traffic stop

Police dashcam footage documented the Dalton Police Department officer arresting Arias Cristobal on May 5, 2025, in Dalton, Georgia, on misdemeanour traffic charges, which were subsequently dismissed. (Image Credit: X) A Dalton police officer has stepped down from his position after mistakenly arresting a 19-year-old undocumented student, which resulted in her ICE detention, as confirmed […]

CBS News CEO Wendy McMahon steps down amid clashes with Trump: ‘Company and I do not agree…’

Wendy McMahon steps down from the CEO post of CBS News amid clashes with Trump. CEO of CBS News Wendy McMahonhas resigned as the president and CEO of the company amid CBS’ legal dispute with President Donald Trump. “It’s become clear that the company and I do not agree on the path forward,” McMahon wrote […]

Cardinal Robert Prevost steps out as new pope, succeeds Pope Francis amid cheers in St Peter’s Square

Cardinal Robert Prevostmade his first public appearance as the new pope on Thursday evening, stepping onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica shortly after white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel — the traditional signal that a new pope has been elected.He succeeds Pope Francis who passed away recently.Prevost, 69, took the name Leo XIV. […]

Who is Katrina Armstrong? Columbia University’s former interim president steps down after announcing sweeping policy changes

Katrina Armstrong resigned as interim president of Columbia University, choosing to return to her role as chief executive officer of Columbia University Irving Medical Center.In a statement published on Columbia’s website on Friday, Armstrong said she was proud to have led the university during an “important and challenging time” but that her “ heart is […]

Louis DeJoy steps down as USPS postmaster general

Louis DeJoy steps down as USPS postmaster general (AP Image) Louis DeJoy, who led the US Postal Service for five years, stepped down on Monday amid the discussions by President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency regarding the possibility of privatising the mail service.Doug Tulino, the Deputy Postmaster General, will serve as […]