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Bessent moves to center of Trump world
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stepped up his role on President Trump’s economic team, taking center stage on the president’s plans for tariffs. Bessent spearheaded the roll out of Trump’s ...The Hill - 2h -
Moscow frees US-Russian ballet dancer jailed over charity donation, US says
Secretary of state Marco Rubio says Ksenia Karelina is returning to US after reports of prisoner swap. Moscow has released a US-Russian dual national, Ksenia Karelina, who had been detained in ...The Guardian - 1d -
RFK Jr. says he's "not familiar" with all health program cuts
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressed health program cuts and the measles vaccine in his first network TV interview since joining the Trump administration.CBS News - 1d -
China says it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%
China says it is raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, escalating the trade war between the two countries.CBS News - 2h -
Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff Is in Russia, the Kremlin Says
The Kremlin spokesman would not say whether the Trump aide, Steve Witkoff, would meet with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia.The New York Times - 45m -
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff is in Russia again, Kremlin says
U.S special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Russia on Friday, the Kremlin says.CBS News - 1h -
Turkish journalists detained on charges their newspapers say are based on their work
Turkish newspapers say two leading journalists have been detained over what they say are false charges stemming from their workABC News - 1d -
Amid Tension Around H.H.S. Cuts, Kennedy Meets With Tribal Leader
The health secretary’s appearance at a tribal self-governance conference brought collegial discussions and a bit of friction.The New York Times - 2d -
RFK Jr. Offers Qualified Support for Measles Vaccination
In an interview with CBS, the health secretary also suggested he wasn’t familiar with massive cuts to state funding for public health.The New York Times - 1d -
Senate Confirms Dan Caine as Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff
Lt. Gen. Dan Caine will serve as the senior military adviser to President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.The New York Times - 4h -
Microsoft says it's 'slowing or pausing' some AI data center projects
Microsoft says it's “slowing or pausing” some of data center construction, including a $1 billion project in OhioABC News - 1d -
China says it's open to talks as Trump pauses tariffs on other nations
As Trump leaves China alone in facing high U.S. tariffs, Beijing says "the door to talks is open," but dialogue must come with "mutual respect."CBS News - 1d -
Maine Governor, Staring Down Trump, Says She Is Unfazed by ‘Loud Men’
Observers of her political rise — and some who have sparred with her — say Gov. Janet Mills’s refusal to bow to President Trump is right in character.The New York Times - 5h -
China Says Shoppers Will Offset Trump Tariffs, But Doubts Remain
If sky-high U.S. tariffs hurt China’s exports, domestic spending will help make up for it, Beijing says. But shoppers were skittish even before the trade war.The New York Times - 1d -
RFK Jr. Hits His Stride in Arizona as His Chronic Disease Tour Wraps
The health secretary seemed stoic — maybe nervous, even — at the start of his first major trip. But on a hike with Navajo Nation leaders, he was finally in his element.The New York Times - 1d -
Government files memo in case against Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil
In the memo, which was obtained by CBS News, Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote that Mahmoud Khalil's role in Columbia's protests is in conflict with American foreign policy objectives.CBS News - 13h -
Mahmoud Khalil’s Lawyers Will Seek Testimony From Marco Rubio
Lawyers for the detained Columbia graduate said that the lack of substantive charges against him requires more information from the secretary of state. They acknowledge they are likely to fail.The New York Times - 11h -
Watford win showcased our ability to grind out results, says McAidoo
City Under-18s winger Ryan McAidoo says our narrow 1-0 FA Youth Cup semi-final win over Watford highlighted the team’s togetherness and strong mindset to earn positive results against challenging ...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Salah is staying - have your say
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has signed a new two-year deal that will keep him at Anfield until the summer of 2027. Salah, who signed from Roma in 2017, is the Premier League's leading scorer ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Lightning strikes five students in western Japan and leaves one unconscious, reports say
Media reports say that a lightning strike in western Japan has injured five students at a school playground, including one who remains unconsciousABC News - 17h -
Battered big technology stocks like Nvidia can be havens in disguise, says this fund manager
Investors may be overlooking the potential for big technology stocks to provide a haven for investors, says this Columbia Integrated Large Cap Growth fund co-manager.MarketWatch - 4h -
Pedro Martinez says he has family members unaccounted for in Dominican nightclub roof collapse
Dominican-born Hall of Fame pitcher Pedro Martinez says he has family members unaccounted for who were inside the Santo Domingo nightclub when its roof collapsedABC News - 1d -
Dolphins player Tyreek Hill and his wife were involved in a domestic dispute, police say
Police say Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill and his wife were involved in a domestic dispute at their South Florida high-rise condominium, but no charges were filedABC News - 1d -
Author, wife of Weezer bassist arrested after being shot by police who say she pointed a gun at them
Authorities say Jillian Lauren, author and wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, was shot and injured by Los Angeles police and arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after pointing a gun at ...ABC News - 1d -
Top strategists say stock market still bogged down by tariff uncertainty despite Trump’s pause
Top strategists on Wall Street say the White House has not yet done enough to dispel tariff uncertainty, leaving the stock market struggling to stage a durable rally.MarketWatch - 14h -
Elon Musk's xAI is polluting air in Memphis, using more gas turbines than permitted, advocacy group says
Elon Musk's AI startup xAI has installed 35 gas turbines to run its Memphis data center, though it only applied for permits to run 15, an advocacy group says.CNBC - 11h -
Melbourne cinema says threats caused it to cancel fundraising screening of Oscar-winning Palestinian displacement film
Exclusive: Jewish Council of Australia says it was told there were protests planned against the screening of No Other Land in Elsternwick. Election 2025 live updates: Australia federal election ...The Guardian - 8h -
China raises tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%, finance ministry says – business live
China ramps up trade war and says it will fight to the end against Donald Trump’s tariffs . US stocks fall again after rally following Trump’s shock retreat on tariffs Life in Shanghai, ...The Guardian - 3h -
United can 'achieve something amazing' after securing top six, says Walton
Jack Walton says Dundee United will "put all the energy and effort" into trying to "achieve something amazing" as the club targets a European place this season. The keeper, who is in his second ...Yahoo Sports - 27m -
RFK Jr. considering 'framework' for Medicaid, Medicare coverage of GLP-1s
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he is considering a “regulatory framework” for Medicare and Medicaid to cover GLP-1 medications to treat obesity. Kennedy said ...The Hill - 14h -
Hegseth to Attend Ukraine Defense Group Only Virtually
His predecessor as defense secretary, Lloyd J. Austin III, started the roughly 50-nation group to support Kyiv after Russia invaded in 2022, but Mr. Hegseth has given up leadership.The New York Times - 8h -
RFK Jr. falsely claims measles vaccine protection 'wanes very quickly'
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. called for people to get the measles vaccine, while falsely claiming it has not been “safety tested” and its protection is short-lived.NBC News - 3h -
Google Says Employees Can Discuss Antitrust Case
The Silicon Valley giant had ordered employees to stay silent on the landmark case before reaching a settlement with a workers’ union over the issue.The New York Times - 3d -
Jay Lim, founder of Say Touché, talks taste
The founder and CEO of the South Korean lifestyle brand loves tattoos, vintage cars and capsFinancial Times - 8h -
Starlings disappearing from gardens, says RSPB
The Big Garden Birdwatch survey recorded the lowest ever numbers of starlings this year.BBC News - 3h -
Howe "fine for the weekend", says Tindall despite illness
United host Ruben Amorim's side at St. James' Park, aiming for a first league double against the Red Devils since the 1930/31 campaign as well as a fourth consecutive Premier League victory.With ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Nuclear Testing Not Advised, Trump’s Nominee Says in Senate Hearing
Brandon Williams, the nominee to lead the National Nuclear Security Administration, said he would recommend reliance on “scientific information” rather than a restart of explosive testing.The New York Times - 2d -
'The Conners' are preparing to say goodbye: 'We can't fully grasp that it's over'
As the ABC series approaches its final episodes, the cast and producers of the 'Roseanne' spin-off speak about the show's topical storylines, guest stars and what it was like to tape the finale.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Walmart Says Trump’s Tariffs Have Added Uncertainty to Its Outlook
Executives at the largest retailer in the United States acknowledged the new environment, but told investors that they were confident in the company’s strategy.The New York Times - 1d
