With the rapid dismantling of democratic institutions, the gutting of federal agencies, and a foreign policy that openly favors authoritarian regimes, the United States is no longer the world leader it once was. Instead of protecting democracy, Trump is systematically surrendering America’s global power to Russia. How much longer until the U.S. is no longer a free nation?
Is Elon Musk is an Illegal Immigrant? Yes. So is Melania Trump.
Elon Musk and Melania Trump, two of the most influential figures in the U.S., both have controversial immigration stories. While Musk’s early years in the U.S. raise questions about his work authorization, Melania’s early modeling career in the U.S. before obtaining legal status also comes under scrutiny. Let’s take a good look at the mysterious paths that both took to U.S. citizenship, and shed some light on immigration irregularities.
Was Donald “Krasnov” Trump Recruited by the KGB in 1987?
Was Donald “Krasnov” Trump recruited by the KGB in 1987? A former intelligence chief from Kazakhstan claims so, and multiple ex-KGB agents back the possibility. From surveillance in Moscow to potential kompromat, the allegations suggest Trump’s ties to Russia may go deeper than once thought.
U.S. and Ukraine prepare to sign contentious minerals deal
The deal’s language marks a rhetorical win for Kyiv, which has been seeking any concrete show of support from the United States since President Donald Trump returned to power. Go …
A Times investigation: LAFD union head made $540,000 in a year, with huge overtime payouts
Freddy Escobar made nearly $540,000 in 2022. He doubled his base salary with overtime payouts, earning a total of more than $424,000 from the city while collecting an additional $115,000 …
Monster earthquake could sink swath of California, dramatically heightening flood risk, study says
A long-feared monster earthquake off the coast of California, Oregon and Washington could cause some areas to sink by more than 6 feet, dramatically heightening the risk of flooding. Read …
Barabak: She was wrongly snagged by Trump’s word police. Now her medical research is down the drain
A UC San Francisco eye doctor mentioned “hesitancy” and “uptake” in her grant application. That cost her $3 million in funding for shingles vaccine research. Read full story Author: Mark …
Gazans are again going hungry as Israel’s total siege nears two-months
No food, fuel, aid or commercial goods have entered Gaza since March 2. Residents say they are surviving on one meal a day or less. Go to Source Author: Miriam …
Lynxes, ‘beaver bombing’ and Britain’s fraught history of rogue rewilding
The discovery of four lynxes in the Scottish Highlands reinvigorated a debate over an illicit conservation practice that has alarmed farmers across the U.K. Go to Source Author: Vivian Ho
First 100 Days of the Resistance
On April 30, President Trump will mark the 100th day of his second term in office. Countless column inches will be devoted to dissecting every decision made, executive order signed, …
Stronger Border Starts With Stronger Trade Policy
Under President Trump’s leadership, America is done trading strength for dependency. For too long, we’ve relied on foreign markets for critical goods, watched our economy bleed from staggering trade deficits …
Truman, Trump, and Mafia Candor
When Donald Trump is accused of doing something untoward, such as not paying his taxes, he says, “That makes me smart.” Love him or hate him, he may be right. …
Video shows felling of much-loved tree, jury told
Two men deny felling the much-loved tree which had stood on Hadrian’s Wall for more than 100 years. Read full story Author:
Police officer cleared of murdering Chris Kaba to face misconduct hearing
Sgt Martyn Blake was cleared of murder, and the Met Police argued he should face no further action. Read full story Author:
Katy Perry felt ‘battered and bruised’ by space trip backlash
The singer faced criticism after taking part in an all-female space flight earlier this month. Read full story Author:
Behind Trump’s Deal to Deport Venezuelans to El Salvador’s Most Feared Prison
New details deepen questions about the deportations, showing that El Salvador’s president pressed for assurances that the migrants were really members of the Tren de Aragua gang. Go to Source …
5 Takeaways: Behind Trump’s Deal to Deport Migrants to El Salvador
Internal documents and interviews with people familiar with the operation reveal how the White House seized on a wartime law to accelerate immigrant deportations. Go to Source Author: Zolan Kanno-Youngs, …
U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter as Trump Tariffs Loomed
Underlying economic growth remained solid in early 2025, but tariffs and uncertainty are expected to cause a further slowdown. Go to Source Author: Ben Casselman https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
Chinese Factories Slow in Early Sign of Trade War’s Toll
A slowdown in commerce between the United States and China caused by escalating tariffs was evident in a report Wednesday on manufacturing activity in April. Go to Source Author: Daisuke …
How public health has been upended in Trump’s first 100 days
More than 20,000 jobs were eliminated, billions of dollars in scientific research has been threatened or paused, and a budget draft proposes a major restructuring of Health and Human Services. …
Forecasters fear job cuts in severe weather season could be devastating
In Tornado Alley, meteorologists say the Trump administration’s efforts could endanger the warning system residents rely on for safety. Read full story Author: Holly Bailey
Forecasters fear job cuts in severe weather season could be devastating
In Tornado Alley, meteorologists say the Trump administration’s efforts could endanger the warning system residents rely on for safety. Read full story Author: Holly Bailey
D.C. and 24 states sue over Trump cuts to AmeriCorps. Here’s what to know.
The coalition says Elon Musk’s U.S. DOGE Service doesn’t have the legal right to dismantle the only federal agency for community service and volunteerism. Read full story Author: Tobi Raji, …