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‘Prepared for immediate implementation’: Israel ready to launch first stage of Donald Trump’s hostage plan; Netanyahu pledges ‘full cooperation’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office released an overnight statement noting that Israel is ready to begin the first stage of Trump’s plan to secure the immediate release of all hostages.“Israel is prepared for the immediate implementation of the first stage of Trump’s plan for the immediate release of all the hostages,” the statement from […]

‘There could be firings’: Trump’s warning amid US govt shutdown; hints at ‘big plans’

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) warned that “there could be firings” if the ongoing government shutdown drags on, further blaming Democrats for the crisis. He also hinted at ‘big plans’ for 2026.In an interview with the OAN television network, Trump defended his hardline approach, saying Democrats in Congress were responsible for the […]

Funds for conservative ideas: White House asks colleges to support Trump’s political views; promises ‘positive benefits’ in return | World News

White House asks colleges to support Trump’s political views US President Donald Trump has launched an unprecedented move targeting top American universities, offering them federal funding in return for promoting conservative ideas on their campuses. The initiative, conveyed through a 10-point “compact,” was sent out from the White House on Wednesday, called “Compact for Academic […]

‘President likes to have a little fun’: JD Vance defends Donald Trump’s AI-generated video of Hakeem Jeffries; calls it a ‘joke’

JD Vance (AP), Hakeem Jeffries (realDonaldTrump) Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday dismissed criticism over AI-generated videos shared by President Donald Trump that depicted House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries wearing a sombrero. Vance characterized the videos as a “joke”, rejecting accusations from Democrats that the posts were offensive.“I think it’s funny. The president’s joking and […]

Trump’s Nevada attorney disqualified: Judge bars Sigal Chattah from handling cases; court cites overstay illegal | World News

Trump-appointed US attorney in Nevada Sigal Chattah (Pic credit: AP) A federal judge on Tuesday disqualified Nevada’s acting US Attorney Sigal Chattah from overseeing several criminal cases, ruling that the Trump appointee has remained in her temporary post beyond the legally allowed period. US District Judge David G. Campbell sided with defense lawyers who argued […]

‘Not really pro-life’: Pope Leo opens up on US abortion debate; calls Trump’s immigration policies against Church teachings | World News

Pope Leo opens up on US abortion debate; calls Trump’s immigration policies against Church teachings (Pic credit: AP) Pope Leo on Tuesday strongly criticized US President Donald Trump’s hardline immigration policies, questioning whether they align with the Catholic Church’s “pro-life” teachings. Speaking outside the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, near Rome, the pontiff said, […]

‘Commander-in-Chief needs to go’: Newsom posts McDonald’s photo; mocks Trump’s weight after Hegseth blasts ‘fat generals’ in military

California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) took a jab at former President Donald Trump’s weight on Tuesday, after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he no longer wanted “fat generals” in the military. Responding on X to a clip of Hegseth’s remarks at Quantico, Va., Newsom wrote: “I guess the Commander-in-Chief needs to go!”The post featured an […]

US govt heads for first shutdown in 7 years: Why stakes are higher this time – 10 FAQs answered

A bitter standoff in Washington over health care and spending has pushed the United States to the brink of its first government shutdown in seven years. Unless lawmakers strike a deal before midnight, large parts of the federal government will be forced to suspend operations, with hundreds of thousands of workers either furloughed or asked […]

‘Like no mayor in history’: Trump’s fresh threat of choking fund to Mamdani as Eric Adams drops out of NYC race

Trump rages against Mamdani as New York mayoral race narrows down to Mamdani, Cuomo and Curtis Silwa. President Donald Trump repeated his threat of stopping funds to New York if Zohran Mamdani becomes the mayor, as he said Mamdani will prove to be one of the best things to ever happen to the GOP. “He […]

‘Will be expanded’: Netanyahu says Gaza strikes will not threaten Abraham Accords; addresses Trump’s 21-point Gaza peace plan

Ahead of his meeting with US President Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said that his country’s recent strike on Hamas leaders in Doha and the ongoing war in Gaza would not endanger the Abraham Accords.“I think there are many possibilities for peace, which I’m discussing with President Trump and his team, […]