WORLD
Trump rants about 'distorted' portrait of himself in Colorado, slams 'radical Left' governor: 'Take it down!'
Trump added that the same artist also did a portrait of President Obama, which "looks wonderful" but the current one of himself "is truly the worst".
WORLD
US removes $10 million bounty on Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani: Report
Previously, the US State Department had offered rewards of $10 million for Sirajuddin Haqqani, $5 million for Abdul Aziz Haqqani, and $5 million for Yahya Haqqani under the Rewards for Justice program.
WORLD
Trump slams Judge Boasberg over ‘conflict of interest’ after photo with Kamala Harris’ husband
"Such a conflict of interest!" Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, posting the image and reigniting accusations of bias against the judge, who has frequently ruled against his policies.
WORLD
‘I didn’t sign it’: Trump denies role in Alien Enemies Act order bearing his signature
“I don’t know when it was signed, because I didn’t sign it,” Trump said on the White House South Lawn before departing for his Bedminster, New Jersey, golf club.
BUSINESS
Twitter’s iconic bird logo sold for nearly $35,000 at auction
RR Auction, known for selling rare collectibles, confirmed the sale of the 254 kg sign measuring 12 feet by 9 feet, but did not disclose the buyer's identity.
WORLD
Elon Musk threatens Pentagon leakers over report on US-China war briefing
Elon Musk has threatened Pentagon leakers after a report claimed he was to be briefed on potential US war plans with China—an allegation both President Trump and Musk denied.
WORLD
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick under fire for promoting Tesla stock on Fox News
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is under fire for urging Americans to buy Tesla stock on Fox News, raising concerns over ethics violations and favouritism toward Elon Musk’s company.
WORLD
House Republicans push court reform bills amid Trump-aligned backlash to federal rulings
House Republicans, lacking votes for judicial impeachments, are advancing legislation like the “No Rogue Rulings Act” to limit federal judges’ power amid mounting MAGA pressure over rulings against President Trump.
WORLD
Elon Musk meets with Pentagon to discuss China threat and federal cuts
Elon Musk met with Pentagon officials to discuss China and federal downsizing, raising concerns over conflicts of interest due to his deep ties with both the Trump administration and Chinese markets
WORLD
White House faces backlash after Social Security numbers exposed in JFK assassination files
The Trump administration is facing backlash after unredacted Social Security numbers were exposed in newly released JFK assassination files, prompting emergency mitigation efforts and legal concerns.
WORLD
Turkish markets plunge as protests erupt over arrest of Erdoğan rival Ekrem İmamoğlu
Turkish markets have plunged and protests erupted nationwide after the arrest of opposition leader Ekrem İmamoğlu, deepening political and economic turmoil under President Erdoğan’s rule.
WORLD
Carlyle’s $945 mn deal for Energean’s oil and gas assets collapses over regulatory hurdles
Carlyle’s $945 million deal to acquire Energean’s Mediterranean oil and gas assets has collapsed after failing to secure regulatory approvals in Italy and Egypt.
WORLD
European powers draft plan to take over more NATO defence duties amid Trump uncertainty
European powers are preparing a proposal to gradually take over more NATO defence responsibilities from the US, aiming to reassure the Trump administration and prevent a sudden American withdrawal.
WORLD
China’s shrinking tax revenue poses challenge to economy and response to US tariffs
China’s falling tax revenue is constraining its ability to manage economic challenges and respond to Trump’s tariffs, as deflation, weak consumption, and a collapsing property market widen the country’s fiscal deficit
WORLD
Trump administration pauses $175 million in federal funding to Penn over transgender athlete policy
The Trump administration has paused $175 million in federal funding to the University of Pennsylvania over its decision to allow a transgender athlete to compete on the women's swimming team, citing concerns about fairness in female sports.
PODCAST
Markets surge, Adani's big healthcare bet & Vodafone Idea’s Starlink talks | Moneycontrol Editor's Picks
IndusInd Bank's derivatives issue is an isolated case, says RBI. The Nifty Midcap index sees its biggest jump since June 2024, Adani Group eyes medical tourism with its airport-linked hospital plan and Vodafone Idea explores a Starlink partnership for satellite internet. Plus, IPL 2025 is a goldmine for influencers, and Google’s $32 billion Wiz deal shakes up cloud wars. Tune in for all this and more!
WORLD
Political pressure mounts over CK Hutchison’s $19-billion port sale to BlackRock
Political pressure is growing over CK Hutchison's $19 billion sale of Panama ports to BlackRock, with China and Hong Kong authorities raising concerns about US influence and regulatory approval
WORLD
Trump administration reinstates 24,000 fired federal workers amid legal battles
The Trump administration has moved to reinstate 24,000 fired federal probationary employees following court rulings that deemed the mass terminations illegal.
WORLD
Tensions escalate as Musk-backed officials seize US Institute of Peace
Musk's government efficiency team forcibly took control of the US Institute of Peace despite legal resistance, escalating tensions over Trump's efforts to dismantle federal agencies
WORLD
Tesla’s stock decline fuels $16.2 bn in hedge fund short seller profits
Hedge fund short sellers have gained $16.2 billion as Tesla's stock value halved over three months, driven by falling sales, Elon Musk's political controversies, and economic uncertainty
WORLD
Key Democrats lead opposition against Trump as party leadership hesitates
Key Democratic politicians, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Chris Murphy, and Bernie Sanders, are leading a strong and vocal opposition to Trump’s second-term policies while many party leaders remain passive.
WORLD
Trump revokes Secret Service detail for Joe Biden’s children
US President Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden, making the change effective immediately after a reporter's inquiry.
WORLD
Brown University warns international students against travel after Rasha Alawieh's deportation
Dartmouth College and Columbia University have also urged caution, particularly for those from countries previously affected by US travel bans.
WORLD
Israel launches biggest Gaza attack since ceasefire, over 400 dead as truce lies in tatters: All you need to know
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office accused Hamas of "repeated refusal to release our hostages" and rejecting proposals from US President Donald Trump's Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff as well as from the mediators
