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THE ongoing investigation into the flood control funds scandal has evolved into something far more complicated than a corruption probe. It has become a battlefield where political factions compete to control public perception. Every new testimony, Senate hearing, press conference, and media leak is now interpreted n…
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United States’ Folarin Balogun (20) reacts after scoring his team’s first goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., near San Francisco, Wednesday, July 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Washington: President Donald Trump admitted calling FIFA president Gianni Infantino to ask for a review of stand-out US forward Folarin Balogun’s red card, saying the incident in question “wasn’t a foul” and the automatic one-game suspension was “unfair”.
AS I write this piece, Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial has yet to commence. But from how I see it, the trial would proceed smoothly as both the House prosecution team and the Senate, sitting as an impeachment court, have expressed readiness to proceed.
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President Donald Trump said he called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ask for a review of the red card issued to U.S. men’s national team striker Folarin Balogun, arguing the collision wasn’t a foul and calling the referee “very suspect.”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his ties with US President Donald Trump are “fine”, dismissing reports of rifts between the two leaders over the ceasefire with Iran and Israel’s attacks in Lebanon.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s top ministers on Monday sought to contain the fallout from her escalating public feud with U.S. President Donald Trump, after he shared a Truth Social meme attacking the Italian leader.
President Donald Trump said on Monday that he asked Fifa president Gianni Infantino to review what he described as the "unfair" red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun.
The transatlantic alliance has become unpredictable and even hostile, and many are wondering how much road it has left to run
The transatlantic alliance has become unpredictable and even hostile, and many are wondering how much road it has left to run
Ruling gives the Chinese firm temporary relief in a closely watched legal battle that could decide whether the Pentagon blacklist is legitimate
Ruling gives the Chinese firm temporary relief in a closely watched legal battle that could decide whether the Pentagon blacklist is legitimate
Prosecutors will need at least 16 votes to convict her but analysts warn the Senate’s shifting loyalties may complicate the task
Prosecutors will need at least 16 votes to convict her but analysts warn the Senate’s shifting loyalties may complicate the task
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Trump says he asked Fifa to review red card
President Donald Trump has confirmed he asked Fifa to review United States striker Folarin Balogun's one-match suspension at the World Cup.
Carroll was awarded damages after New York jury concluded Trump sexually abused her, then defamed her after she publicly described the attack
El presidente Donald Trump aborda el Air Force One el viernes 3 de julio de 2026 en la Base Conjunta Andrews, Maryland, para un viaje al Monte Rushmore. (Foto AP/Alex Brandon)
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US president rings bell from White House and showcases initiative that gives children a $1,000 investment account
President Donald Trump on Monday defended making a phone call to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, which led to the soccer association overturning a one-game World Cup suspension of U.S. Men's National Team striker Folarin Balogun.
Tensions within NATO over the Trump administration's campaign to pressure allies on defense spending reflect "growing pains" rather than a crisis, the U.S. ambassador to the alliance told CNBC on Monday.
Reports on July 5 and 6 indicated that Hamas might be open to dissolving its government in Gaza. This is widely reported now under claims that Hamas might “hand over” governance or that it was going to “announce dissolution” of its government.
El delantero estadounidense Folarin Balogun tras ser expulsado durante el partido de los 16vos de final contra Bosnia en el Mundial, el miércoles 1 de julio de 2026, en Bosnia. (AP Foto/Jeff Chiu)
US President Donald Trump and the leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato) are heading to Ankara this week for a summit that could help determine the future of the alliance.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied experiencing any substantial strain in his relationship with US President Donald Trump in an interview on Fox and Friends on Monday.
O Presidente dos EUA, Donald Trump, agradeceu no domingo (06.07) à Federação Internacional de Futebol (FIFA), órgão que rege o futebol mundial, por suspender a decisão de castigar o jogador norte-americano Folarin Balogun por um jogo, permitindo assim que o avançado jogue contra a Bélgica na terça-feira (07.07), nos…
Former presidential spokesman Salvador Panelo says on July 6, 2026 that the common witnesses shared by the prosecution and defense shows that there is 'no case' against Vice President Sara Duterte who is on trial before the Senate, acting as an impeachment court. VIDEO BY BERNADETTE TAMAYO
BRUSSELS — The European Commission has demanded “fair play and transparent competition” in sport after a suspension for U.S. star Folarin Balogun was overturned following a call between President Donald Trump and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
Belgium fans erupt after latest-ever goal seals place in last 16
President Donald Trump posted a photo of a $100 bill bearing his signature on Truth Social on July 3, presenting the first paper currency to be signed by a living president.
Police form a barricade to divide the pro- and anti-Duterte supporters at the Senate in Pasay City on July 6, 2026. They called for fairness in the implementation of security measures, saying all protesters should be treated equally regardless of their position on the impeachment issue.
The Palestinian technocratic committee set up by the Board of Peace established by US President Donald Trump said Monday it was ready to govern the Gaza Strip after Hamas announced it had dissolved its ruling body.
Candidate Abdul El-Sayed emerges as the party’s frontrunner in the primary campaign after Mallory McMorrow withdraws
LOS ANGELES — The United States face the biggest day of football in their history on Monday as they take on Belgium for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic reprieve for star striker Folarin Balogun thanks to the intervention of Donald Trump.
Raúl Guillermo Rodríguez Castro, former Cuban president Castro's grandson and one of the more important shadow figures inside Cuba's communist ruling circle, told USA Today in an exclusive interview that he is prepared to speak directly with President Trump, signaling publicly a potential back-channel opening as the…
President Donald Trump meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office at the White House, Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara at the Nato summit in Turkey on Wednesday, the White House has said.
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The Senate impeachment court has clarified that a two-thirds vote of all 24 senators, or at least 16 votes, is required to convict Vice President Sara Duterte. Presiding Officer Chiz Escudero said the Constitution is clear on that matter. He emphasized that the constitutional requirement remains unchanged. This is r…
A Federação Internacional de Futebol (Fifa) provocou uma reviravolta no domingo (05/07) ao suspender um cartão vermelho contra um atacante dos Estados Unidos na Copa do Mundo. O presidente americano, Donald Trump, teria pedido diretamente ao presidente da entidade, Gianni Infantino, que a decisão do árbitro brasilei…
US President Donald Trump heads to Ankara, Turkey, on Monday evening for the annual NATO summit. Last year, he pushed alliance allies to spend more on defense. This year, his mission is to try to enforce those pledges. (AP Video: Nathan Ellgren)
Michael Alfonso, a House candidate from Wisconsin, attends an event before President Donald Trump arrives to speak, Friday, June 5, 2026, in Chippewa Falls, Wis. (AP Photo/Glen Stubbe, File)
A pro-impeachment group from Bulacan expresses support for the conviction of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 6, 2026, saying it believes she should be held accountable over allegations raised against her. Jet Gonzaga, founder and organizer of Sandugo, a group of protesters from Bulacan, rallied outside the Senat…
Beijing does not usually publicise presidential messages to Washington on Independence Day
Beijing does not usually publicise presidential messages to Washington on Independence Day
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