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Hamas begins third round of hostage releases as part of Gaza ceasefire agreement with Israel. The release comes as part of an ongoing cease-fire agreement between Hamas and Israel.
Maye Musk is urging her son Elon Musk to sue CNN and other news outlets for allegedly peddling a false 'Nazi salute' narrative against him following his President Donald Trump's inauguration speech at the 2017 World Policy Conference in Berlin.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that the department will freeze grants to non-governmental organizations, citing concerns over their operations being controlled by outside forces.
Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., is backing President Donald Trump's FBI director nominee, Kash Patel, after previously showing hesitation on the nomination.
President Donald Trump has announced plans to instruct the Pentagon to prepare Guantanamo Bay for detaining 30,000 'criminal illegal aliens.' The move comes as part of an executive order signed by Trump.
The Senate voted 78-20 to advance President Donald Trump's pick, former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, to a final confirmation vote for leading the US Interior Department.
President Donald Trump is starting his second term in a stronger polling position than at the beginning of his first administration eight years ago, according to a new national poll.
The US Department of Defense has created a task force to abolish its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) offices, which Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth claims promote 'systemic racism'. The move comes after Hegseth released a memorandum criticizing the DEI programs within the department.
Trump's Cabinet nominees are set to face confirmation hearings in the coming days; their fates will determine key positions in the incoming administration.
A letter signed by 77 Nobel laureates opposing HHS Secretary nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr's confirmation contains a high number of Democratic donors and officials, with some describing it as 'thinly veiled attempt' to discredit him. The letter's heavy influence from the Democratic Party has raised concerns about its legitimacy.
CNN anchor Brianna Keilar clashed with Oklahoma State School Superintendent Ryan Walters over his openness to potential ICE raids on schools during a segment on her show. Walters refused to answer Keilar's question about whether he would allow ICE raids at some schools but did provide an example of a school that had already been raided by ICE in 2019.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Senate confirmation hearing will scrutinize his history of controversial and inflammatory comments as he prepares for a potential role in President Donald Trump's health advisory council.
China has unveiled its new stealth fighters, a development that is expected to send shockwaves through the Pentagon as Beijing seeks to modernize its military capabilities. The exact details of the aircraft's performance and technology are still scarce, but they are likely to be closely monitored by US defense officials.
Military governments of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso withdraw from ECOWAS regional bloc, marking a significant shift for West Africa's economic community.
Senate to hold confirmation hearings for three top Trump administration nominees, including former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Senator Kelly Loeffler on Wednesday.
President Trump's endorsed candidate wins Republican primary in Florida's 6th Congressional District special election to replace Mike Waltz.
The Trump administration's FDA has withdrawn a proposed rule to ban menthol cigarettes, following opposition from tobacco industry groups and lawmakers. The Biden administration had previously indicated its intention to implement such a ban.
Democratic AGs sue Trump admin over federal grants freeze amid widespread confusion, citing an 'ongoing crisis' caused by the sudden halt in grant funding. The freeze left many state officials struggling to provide essential services to their citizens.
Caroline Kennedy, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services, has been denounced as a 'predator' by her cousin RFK Jr in a letter to US senators. The criticism comes after RFK Jr called Caroline Kennedy a 'predator'.
Caroline Kennedy warns that her cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is a 'predator' ahead of his confirmation hearings as President Donald Trump's potential health secretary.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order restricting 'chemical and surgical' sex-change procedures for minors nationwide.
A whistleblower claims the FBI's next director under Trump has a history of jeopardizing sensitive US intelligence operations, putting national security at risk.
A Crimean Tatar imprisoned by Russia has been promoted to a high office by Ukraine after serving 17 years in jail for smuggling explosives and organizing a diversion to blow up a natural gas pipeline.
The White House has reportedly issued a memo pausing federal grants, loans, and other financial assistance programs for executive departments while assessing the funding.
A Republican lawmaker has rallied in support of former President Trump's swift crackdown on illegal immigration, amid a surge in border crossings.
DeepSeek's rapid rise has sent shockwaves through the AI world, potentially challenging America's dominance in the field that had seemed secure just a week ago. The emergence of DeepSeek suggests that 'America First' may not always win in AI development.
The mayor of Atlanta is considering halting homeless encampment sweeps following an incident where a city truck fatally crushed a sleeping man, prompting widespread concern about public safety and housing issues.
University of Colorado Boulder records show the institution pursued a race-based hiring process, allegedly discriminating against potential employees based on their racial background.
Tesla will likely report thinner profit margins due to its worst sales year ever, which was also marked by a first drop in annual sales for the company last year and ongoing price competition in the EV sector.
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro is the country's first leftist leader, a former Marxist guerrilla who rose to prominence after years of fighting in the country's civil war. He took office as president in August 2022, marking a significant shift in Colombia's politics and government.
Sara Haines says 'The View' co-hosts lack understanding of Americans' views on immigration because none of them voted for Trump. This admission comes amid discussions about their own perspectives and how they relate to the broader electorate.
The Senate confirmed Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary on Monday, elevating a hedge fund manager to the new administration's top financial job under President Donald Trump.
Pennsylvania Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said he believes charges against President Donald Trump in a New York criminal trial are 'politically motivated.
The Justice Department has fired over a dozen employees involved in criminal prosecutions of President Donald Trump in an apparent move by his successor's administration to pursue retribution.
Republican Rep. Andy Biggs of Arizona announced Saturday that he is running for governor in 2026, bringing his far-right views to a bid for the state's top office.
The Pulitzer Prize board is seeking a stay of the defamation case against them by President Donald Trump while he remains in office, citing his own legal arguments against the possibility of him facing a lawsuit during his presidency.
The White House has launched a new social media account called Rapid Response aimed at countering 'fake news.' The account is part of the Trump 2024 campaign's efforts to hold the media accountable for what it perceives as biased reporting.
Europe is struggling to address its growing far-right movement as the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp was liberated on January 27, 1945, marking a stark contrast between the past and present. An estimated 1.3 million people were deported to Auschwitz between 1940 and 1945.
India's BJP-ruled Uttarakhand starts implementing a common civil code to replace religious laws, potentially triggering unease among the country's Muslim minority.
Cybercriminals have found a way to bypass iPhone safety features, specifically Apple's built-in phishing protection for iMessage, potentially exposing users to malicious links and scams.
A growing demographic shift known as a 'silver tsunami' is approaching, and the US economy is not adequately prepared to meet the needs of its aging population.
President Donald Trump's first week in office has been marked by chaos and disruption, leaving many feeling disoriented and uncertain about the direction of the country. The new administration's actions have already had a profound impact on the nation.
President Donald Trump will sign an executive order to reinstate service members who were discharged from the military for declining COVID-19 vaccination.
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are returning to north Gaza after 15 months of violence, as part of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, which has hailed it as a 'victory'.
Federal agents took nearly 50 illegal immigrants into custody early Sunday during an operation targeting the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua's networks in Colorado. The bust also dismantled a makeshift nightclub used to facilitate drug trafficking operations.
President Donald Trump has taken retaliatory measures against Colombia for rejecting U.S. deportation flights, escalating tensions between the two countries. The exact nature of these measures is not specified in this report.
The Trump administration has launched an immigration enforcement operation in Chicago, using ICE and other federal agencies to make arrests of undocumented immigrants.
A former Washington Post columnist, Jennifer Rubin, has criticized her former employer on MSNBC, accusing journalists of enabling an 'authoritarian regime' and attempting to ingratiate themselves with President Donald Trump.
Two Minnesota Christian colleges have sued the state after being excluded from its dual enrollment program due to their religious requirements, challenging a decades-long law amendment that effectively bars them from participating in the program. The law, passed in 2015, requires that the program be administered by a public university or community college.
Israeli forces have shot and killed a 2-year-old Palestinian girl during a large-scale military raid in the occupied West Bank, according to health officials.
President Donald Trump granted sweeping clemency to nearly 1,600 people charged in connection with the January 6, 2021, US Capitol attack on his first day in office. The pardons and commutations have been met with controversy and criticism from lawmakers and victims' families.
President Donald Trump's return to the White House has brought bright moods and simmering tensions, as he settles back into familiar surroundings in almost identical fashion to his time four years ago.
Two people were killed and 44 others injured in a clash between Israeli forces and Lebanese villagers who defied orders to stay away from their homes near the border.
President Donald Trump made an unexpected visit to a casino floor in Las Vegas, surprising gamblers with his appearance. He was seen before addressing thousands of supporters at another venue.
A Florida man has been arrested and charged after making threatening social media posts calling for the assassination of President Donald Trump, prompting an investigation by the Secret Service.
Elon Musk addressed a crowd of German far-right supporters despite backlash over past gestures and jokes, including salutes and Nazi puns at a recent event. The comments came after criticism from multiple sources, including some of his own followers on the social media platform X.
President Trump vows to deliver on his 'no tax on tips' campaign promise during a Las Vegas speech, promising that workers will receive 100% of their tips without any tax being taken out.
Mets owner Steve Cohen says Pete Alonso's contract talks are worse than acquiring Juan Soto this offseason.
The star of 'The Social Network' questioned tech elites, including Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, for prioritizing politics over doing good things for the world. The actor wondered why they were spending their time being political instead of making a positive impact with their lives.
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United Mine Workers of America President Cecil Roberts Jr. hopes the Democrats' election loss can serve as a wake-up call for the party to connect with and appeal to younger generations. He urged the party to focus on reaching out to the next generation in order to revitalize its base.
A professor from Columbia University is urging former President Trump to block certain institutions from receiving federal funding due to rising antisemitic and anti-Israel activity on US campuses since Hamas' attacks on October 7.
E.l.f. Beauty, one of America's largest beauty brands, stands firm in its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion despite other major companies such as Amazon and McDonald's ending or changing their DEI programs. The brand has refused to abandon its efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to release previously withheld government files related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., potentially revealing new information about these high-profile cases.
Women returning to their homes in northern Gaza face a daunting task of reconnecting with loved ones after years apart, as they deal with the emotional and psychological trauma of living under conflict. Many are on a mission to find the bodies of family members lost during the recent fighting in the region.
President Donald Trump used his first week in office to exact political retribution through actions such as terminating Dr. Anthony Fauci's security detail and other moves aimed at targeting perceived enemies of his administration.
President Donald Trump's extensive use of pardons and commutations has created a system that he struggles to control, sparking concerns over potential abuse of power. The practice has also sent a message to those considering wrongdoing in the future, with some viewing it as a deterrent.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Australian basketball team owner Jared Novelly will serve as the new Ambassador to New Zealand and the Independent State of Samoa.
An Atlantic writer claims dozens of intelligence officials unfairly discredited the Hunter Biden laptop story after President Trump's criticism, leaving them appearing biased against the Democratic team.
Target joins a wave of US companies rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs under right-wing pressure, which is prompting companies to alter their commitment to hiring diverse candidates.
Donald Trump's administration has kicked off his second term with a flurry of legal actions, setting the tone for a contentious period ahead, amidst ongoing investigations and lawsuits.
Ross Ulbricht, founder of the now-defunct darknet drug market Silk Road, expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump for granting him a pardon, stating he is now a 'free man.
Vice President JD Vance told pro-life activists at the March for Life that fighting for the unborn is 'a joy and a blessing.' He addressed the crowd on his first week in office, expressing support for the cause.
President Donald Trump joined former Vice President Mike Pence at the March for Life rally in Washington, vowing to support anti-abortion rights protesters in his second term as tens of thousands gathered to celebrate the movement's gains.
ICE agents raided Newark without a warrant, violating the constitution, and detained eight people, prompting Democratic officials and immigration activists to vow to fight against President Trump's immigration policies.
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Abortion was declared the leading cause of human deaths worldwide in 2024 by the World Health Organization, resulting in over 73 million lives lost globally. This marks a significant shift as Roe v. Wade's overturn has been widely reported to impact abortion access, but its immediate effects on mortality rates remain unclear.
Bishop Robert P. Soter, who lectured President Trump on his faith, is embarking on a media tour to capitalize on his newfound status as a 'Resistance' darling ahead of his second term. He emerges as the first cleric to gain widespread recognition within the Democratic Party's progressive wing.
Democratic strategist James Carville believes former President Joe Biden can help his party by stepping back and allowing others to take the stage, as 'no one wants to hear from' him anymore.
President Donald Trump is rapidly reshaping American democracy through a series of presidential pardons, executive orders, and agency directives, leaving many to wonder if the country will let him make significant changes before it's too late.
President Donald Trump has threatened to sign an executive order that could plunge Mexico and Canada into recession with a single signature, potentially causing significant economic damage.
Legal immigrants are facing a significant challenge as the ongoing border crisis continues to overwhelm the US immigration system, leaving many like Catherine waiting for years for approval of their applications.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is requesting a reimbursement of over $11.1 billion from the federal government to cover costs for securing the southern border incurred by the state since 2021 under former President Joe Biden's administration.
President Donald Trump's pardon of Florida man Daniel Charles Ball has been rendered moot as he was arrested again on a federal gun charge Wednesday.
NFL legend Champ Bailey opens up about breaking the stigma of cannabis use during his playing career, joining a growing list of former athletes who have spoken out about their experiences with marijuana. Bailey's candid discussion aims to normalize cannabis use in professional sports.
President Donald Trump has ordered the release of thousands of classified governmental documents about the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy, fueling long-standing conspiracy theories surrounding the event.
President Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is ready to negotiate a deal to end the war with Russia, adding that Russian President Vladimir Putin would like to meet in the future.
NY Rep. Ritchie Torres blames Biden admin for 'fatal miscalculations' on immigration that cost them the election, citing poor handling of border crisis as a major contributor to Democratic loss.
President Trump's designation of drug cartels as terrorist groups has raised concerns due to its potential consequences on law enforcement and border control strategies. The move blurs the lines between counter-narcotics efforts and national security policies.
Elon Musk is causing trouble in Europe, sparking controversy after making a statement about staying out of politics on his new platform X.
Tech giants in Europe are stepping up efforts to combat online hate speech, while some American companies are taking a more lenient approach at home.
Newly sworn-in Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to travel to Panama for his first international trip, marking a shift in attention towards the region that was previously overlooked during his predecessor's tenure.
Fox News host Sean Hannity revealed he told President Donald Trump after the 2020 election loss that a return to the White House four years after the Biden administration would be 'bigger' than a comeback at this point in history.
President Trump re-designated the Houthis as a terrorist group in an executive order issued on Wednesday, following a review of their activities.
A Southern California city has declared itself a 'non-sanctuary' city, vowing to work with federal immigration officials despite state laws that limit cooperation with such agencies. The move comes as leaders in the city are frustrated with the state's immigration policies.
The Trump administration swiftly closed off the US southern border to asylum seekers in a three-day immigration blitz, setting the stage for rapid deportations.
Liberal parents are experiencing a new type of conflict with their sons who voted for Donald Trump in the recent election, according to a New York Times article. These clashes are now replacing the typical liberal-conservative divide between parental and child generations.
Defending champion Jannik Sinner dominated Alex de Minaur in a straight-sets rout to reach the Australian Open semifinals, where he will face Ben Shelton.
A Chicago resident who sued the city over its migrant crisis expressed optimism about change after President Donald Trump's inauguration, saying 'change is on the horizon'.
Newly sworn-in Secretary of State Marco Rubio has advised his department to pause refugee resettlement operations and intensify visa vetting for certain regions, amid concerns over national security and immigration policies.