100 days into the war on Iran, Trump fails to rally US support
Saturday marks 100 days into the war that the United States and Israel launched against Iran.
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· Tyler Durden
Trump indulta a excongresista republicano condenado por uso de información privilegiada
El exrepresentante republicano Stephen Buyer (izq) camina detrás de su abogado al salir del tribunal en Nueva York el 27 de julio del 2022. (AP foto/Larry Neumeister)
· The Associated Press
Pentagon raises Israel's espionage threat level to 'critical' amid tensions with US - report
The Pentagon has raised its estimates of Israeli espionage activity against the United States to the highest level in history, according to a Saturday report by NBC News citing two US officials.
· TOBIAS HOLCMAN
Shocked witness who watched fatal beating of ‘Trump House’ owner break silence on ‘insane’ attack
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· Ross O'Keefe
Witnesses, senators in 'bogus' hearing can be sued -- Lacson
SEN. Panfilo Lacson warned over the weekend that people who participated in what he described as a “bogus” Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing Thursday, including former military personnel who provided testimonies and lawmakers who took part in the proceedings, could face legal consequences.
· Javier Joe Ismael, Allen Limos
Supreme Court gearing up for major decisions on key aspects of Trump's agenda
The Supreme Court is seen under stormy skies in Washington, June 20, 2019. In the coming days, the court will issue some of the most anticipated rulings of the term that began last October. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)
· Lindsay Whitehurst
More govt assistance eyed for Manila fire victims
MANILA, Philippines— Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian said the government eyes more assistance to families displaced by the Parola Compound fire in Manila last May 23.
· Allen Limos
AI rivals back DNA rules to limit bioweapons risk in rare show of unity
Executives from leading AI companies have joined biotechnology experts in an urgent call to mandate safety screening for synthetic DNA purchases. In a public letter addressed to the US Congress, the signatories argue that rapid advances in AI could increase the risk of biological weapons being developed.
· RT
Today in Sports - Washington Capitals win the Stanley Cup for the first time in franchise history
1930 — Gallant Fox, ridden by Earle Sande, wins the Belmont Stakes by three lengths over Whichone, becoming the second horse to capture the Triple Crown.
· The Associated Press
America In Focus: US job market is rebounding, but economic frustration persists
A hiring sign is displayed at a restaurant in Niles, Ill., Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
· Michelle Chapman
Trump cries ‘steal’ over slow California vote count, but anti-fraud system works, say experts
State’s tortoise-like pace is byproduct of system of verifications and opportunities for voters to fix errors
· Roque Planas
Tiger Woods set to leave rehab amid girlfriend Vanessa Trump’s cancer battle: report
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· Chris Rogers
The World Cup poses a security challenge at a fraught moment in the US
The World Cup, a 48-team, 104-match behemoth kicking off next week in 16 cities in the U.S., Mexico and Canada, presents an unprecedented security challenge. The FBI has been working on its tournament security plan for two years. (AP video by Joseph B. Frederick)
· Jake Offenhartz
More Republicans are breaking with Trump. Is it conscience or politics?
Congressional Democrats say GOP majority is unraveling, but moves may in fact be aimed at retaining power
· Chris Stein
Female Navy officers fear a career cap after Hegseth's promotion list cuts
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivers his address during the Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia’s annual defense and security forum, in Singapore, Saturday, May 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim)
· Konstantin Toropin
Graham Platner was an ‘a-hole extraordinaire’ as DC bartender: ‘troubled, dark’
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· Gabrielle Fahmy
Trump pardons former congressman convicted of insider trading
FILE — Former U.S. Rep. Stephen Buyer, left, trails his lawyer as he leaves Manhattan federal court after pleading not guilty to charges that he participated in an insider trading scheme while working as a consultant, July 27, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Larry Neumeister, File)
Jill Biden’s book is the last thing we need right now
CNN anchor Jake Tapper joined a chorus of voices accusing the former first lady of rewriting history and dodging accountability for the 2024 loss
· Arwa Mahdawi
Inside the Obama-era Iran nuclear deal that Trump withdrew from
President Donald Trump on Friday defended the continued lack of a war-ending deal with Iran by once again trashing the prior nuclear agreement brokered by Barack Obama, his predecessor and longtime political foe."They've dealt with very weak and ineffective leadership on behalf of the United States" and others "that…
· Kevin Breuninger
On China, Trump picked the right battle but the wrong strategy
A long trade war looms. Trump’s scattershot protectionism, chaotic tariffs and belligerence against our natural allies guarantees that US trade policy will remain a hot mess
· Eduardo Porter
How Tom Homan became Trump’s go-to negotiator in immigration battles
The decision to deploy the border czar to Newark reflects a playbook the administration is increasingly relying on.
· Myah Ward
Trump is turning the organs of the state against his personal enemies. Look at E Jean Carroll | Moira Donegan
The justice department decision to launch a criminal investigation into Carroll is a troubling, dark turn
· Moira Donegan
Former lawmaker defends Trillanes, Magdalo after ex-Marines’ claims
MANILA, Philippines — Former Magdalo party-list representative Gary Alejano on Saturday defended former senator Antonio Trillanes IV and the Magdalo group following a testimony by former Marines before the Senate that included allegations against the opposition figure.
· James Daniel Danio
Gatchalian flattered over #WinRi
Senate President pro tempore Sherwin Gatchalian says on June 6, 2026 he is flattered (kinikilig) by netizens who have linked him romantically with fellow Sen. Risa Hontiveros. He and Hontiveros trended on June 5 after netizens shipped the two of them with the #WinRi.
· The Manila Times
Gatchalian flattered by ‘WinRi’ shippers
MANILA, Philippines—Senate President Pro tempore Sherwin Gatchalian said he was flattered by netizens romantically-linking him to fellow Sen. Risa Hontiveros.
· Allen Limos
Iran's missile and drone attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait intercepted
U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his confidence that the war in Iran will soon come to an end and gas prices will fall. Rallying for his party ahead of the midterm elections, Trump described the Republican party as the only option for farmers.
· Samy Magdy
Washington Nationals and Arizona Diamondbacks meet in game 2 of series
Washington Nationals (32-32, third in the NL East) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (33-30, second in the NL West)
· The Associated Press
Richard Gere says US is in ‘darkest moment’ he’s experienced
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· Fox News
Cardinal David defends priest linked to graft in Senate blue ribbon committee probe
MANILA, Philippines — Kalookan Bishop Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David defends Fr. Flavie Villanueva after he was accused by the "ex-Marines: that he allegedly received an envelope containing money from former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co.
· Allen Limos
What does Washington’s latest AI chip guidance mean for Chinese tech firms?
Beijing has criticised the move, but lawyers say the US document is more a clarification than a brand-new curb
· Howard Liu
What does Washington’s latest AI chip guidance mean for Chinese tech firms?
Beijing has criticised the move, but lawyers say the US document is more a clarification than a brand-new curb
· Howard Liu
Power and glory: World Cup promises a spectacle impossible to ignore
Ten years in the making, the greatest show on earth is set for a six-week sprint through Trump’s America
García conecta su 1er grand slam y su 2do jonrón, en paliza de Nacionales, 14-1 ante Diamondbacks
Luis García Jr., de los Nacionales de Washington, festeja luego de conseguir un jonrón de dos carreras ante los Diamondbacks de ARizona, el viernes 5 de junio de 2026 (AP Foto/Rick Scuteri)
· Jack Thompson
Washington father arrested after allegedly killing 4-year-old son and burying body under house: reports
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· Fox News
Trump Pardons Former Congressman Convicted of Insider Trading
President Trump has pardoned Stephen E. Buyer, a former Republican representative from Indiana who was convicted of insider trading in 2023.
· Francesca Regalado
TIMELINE: Coups, gunshots, and standoff in the 2026 Senate mess
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· rbalonzo0352
García hits 1st grand slam for his 2nd HR of game in Nationals' 14-1 romp over Diamondbacks
Washington Nationals’ Luis García Jr. (2) celebrates with Nasim Nuñez, center left, after hitting a grand slam against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 5, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
· Jack Thompson
Trump pardons former US Congressman Stephen Buyer convicted of insider trading
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· Reuters
Former lawmaker urges NBI, Ombudsman to probe June 4 Senate hearing for possible 'destabilization plot'
MANILA, Philippines — Former Surigao del Norte representative Robert Ace Barbers called on the Office of the Ombudsman to investigate the June 4, 2026 hearing of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee, led by Sen. Rodante Marcoleta, as he believed it was a "destabilization plot" against the government.
· Red Mendoza
Three candidates for governor worked for Joe Biden
California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra speaks during an election night event Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
· Steve Peoples
Trump, Bernie Sanders and Sam Altman agree on public ownership in AI
From left; OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Related Companies CEO Brent Behrman, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Oracle CEO Clay Magouyrk during the groundbreaking for the Barn data center in Saline Township , Mich., on Monday, June 1, 2026. (Jacob Hamilton/Ann Arbor News via AP)
· Joey Cappelletti
Has Trump Opened Pandora's Box?
Authored by John Rosenburger, Senior Fellow at Eisenhower Media Network
· Tyler Durden
House overwhelmingly rejects Democrat lead resolution to remove US troops from Lebanon
Rep. Rashida Tlaib, a Michigan Democrat and fierce critic of Israel, forced a vote on the House floor Thursday. It was defeated 324 to 92, with 91 Democrats voting in favor. The sole Republican vote came from Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie, who will be departing Congress next year after losing his primary.
· GRACE GILSON/JTA
Iran's military 'totally destroyed' with around 21% missile capacity remaining, Trump claims
US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran’s military has been “totally destroyed” and only has around 21% of its missile capacity left after US-Israeli strikes, during an interview with NBC News’s Kristen Welker on Friday.
· GOLDIE KATZ
Israeli officials believe Iran is bluffing as Trump seeks long-term ceasefire deal
Senior Israeli defense officials said earlier this week that they believe Iran is “playing with cards it does not have” as US President Donald Trump continues efforts to prevent renewed fighting and reach a new agreement with Tehran.
· AMIR BOHBOT
Trump news at a glance: new intelligence director given green light to fire ‘a lot of people’
Trump says Bill Pulte is ‘less shackled’ because he has only been appointed director of national intelligence temporarily. Key US politics stories from 5 June 2026 at a glance
· Guardian staff
Biden cabinet secretary advances in California governor race
Former Biden health secretary Xavier Becerra is advancing in the race for California governor, as votes are tallied to confirm who will run against him in November.
· Sareen Habeshian
How AI governance is taking shape in the Philippines
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· Angelo Gonzales
Citing national security, Trump Justice Dept defends White House ballroom project
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Justice Department defended President Donald Trump's contentious White House ballroom project on Friday before a panel of skeptical appeals court judges.
· Agence France-Presse