Federal workers experiencing ‘PTSD-like symptoms’ after unlawful firings by Trump administration
In survey of more than 300 fired probationary employees, 95% reported continuing mental health effects
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California showdown, Trump setback: Key primary election results
Voters in six US states headed to the polls on Tuesday for a series of primary elections, which will help shape the political landscape before November’s midterms.
· Elizabeth Melimopoulos
Lawmakers Demand Answers After the White House Initiated a $620M Loan to a Firm Tied to Donald Trump Jr.
A group of lawmakers demanded answers from the White House this week following a ProPublica investigation revealing that a top aide to the president intervened to secure a $620 million Pentagon loan to a startup linked to the president’s eldest son.
· Robert Faturechi
Trump could slap Australia with 12.5% tariff for allegedly importing goods made by slave labour
Trade minister says Australia has ‘robust, comprehensive and world-leading legislation addressing forced labour and modern slavery’
· Dan Jervis Bardy, Josh Butler
Suprema Corte aprova novo mapa eleitoral que favorece Trump no Alabama
A Suprema Corte dos Estados Unidos permitiu nesta terça-feira (02/06) que o estado do Alabama use um mapa eleitoral (a divisão dos distritos eleitorais) que favorece o Partido Republicano, revertendo assim a decisão anterior de um tribunal que havia determinado que essa redistribuição de distritos intencionalmente d…
· Deutsche Welle
Democrat and Republican go head-to-head in California governor race
Republican television commentator Steve Hilton and Democratic former cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra have taken an early lead in the primary race for California governor.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Trump's hosting streak meets America's 250th birthday and World Cup
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump, walk the red carpet before the 48th Kennedy Center Honors, Dec. 7, 2025, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, file)
· Will Weissert
S. Korea vows to protect trade interests after U.S. proposes forced labor-linked tariffs
SEOUL, June 3 (Yonhap) -- Cheong Wa Dae said Wednesday the government will do its best to ensure that the balance of benefits under the existing South Korea-U.S. tariff agreement will not be compromised after Washington proposed additional duties on goods from 60 economies following a forced labor probe.
· Kim Soo-yeon
Allies seek early ‘tangible outcomes’ on nuclear submarines, fuel autonomy
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
Some Seoul polling stations face ballot shortages amid high turnout
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
US imposes fresh sanctions on M23 and FDLR leaders
The United States has imposed new sanctions on senior figures from the M23 rebel movement and the FDLR militia, escalating pressure on armed groups fueling conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The move signals Washington’s determination to enforce commitments made under the Washington peace accords.
· AfricaNews
US, Iran hostilities escalate as diplomacy takes a back seat
Cairo/Washington: Gulf hostilities have flared anew, with the US military saying Iranian missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and other regional targets were either thwarted or failed, as diplomacy between Washington and Tehran showed little progress.
· Enas Alashray, Patricia Zengerle
Donald Trump is throwing a party for himself. Will Americans RSVP? – Decoding America podcast
Co-hosts Reged Ahmad and Jonathan Yerushalmy ask where it all went wrong for the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations, as artists pull out of a scheduled concert series and events. Also: the California governor primary race, why it matters and which candidate has a character based on him in Armando Iannucci…
Opposite Of Drawdown: US Mulls Expanding Nuclear Weapons Deployments In Europe
The White House has been talking about reducing America's military presence across the European continent, amid long-running Trump complaints over lack of NATO burden-sharing. There are even plans to draw down 5,000 US troops from Germany on a permanent basis (though for now it appears thousands are just being moved…
· Tyler Durden
‘Trump Airport’ could be a new cash cow for the president’s empire
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· Mary Ellen Klas
Nationals aim to avoid series sweep against the Marlins
Miami Marlins (28-34, fourth in the NL East) vs. Washington Nationals (31-31, third in the NL East)
· The Associated Press
Lee’s X posts on Election Day urging voters draw opposition backlash
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
Alan Cayetano ousted as Senate president
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Alan Cayetano still Senate president after new leadership shake-up
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Win Gatchalian is new Senate president pro tempore
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‘Unwarranted’: Trump proposes new 12.5 per cent tariff on Australia
The Trump administration has proposed a new 12.5 per cent tariff on Australia and a slew of other countries for allegedly failing to take action to prevent slavery, angering the federal government.
· Matthew Knott, Rob Harris
Decoding America: Trump is throwing a party for himself. Will Americans RSVP? – podcast
Co-hosts Reged Ahmad and Jonathan Yerushalmy ask where it all went wrong for the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations as artists pull out of a scheduled concert series and celebrations. Also: the California governor primary race, why it matters and which candidate has a character based on him in Armando Ian…
US Warns Ally Oman That It Better Pick The 'Right' Side In Hormuz Standoff
The saga of rare Washington pressure on its longtime regional ally Oman continues, with on Tuesday The Wall Street Journal reporting that US officials are growing "increasingly frustrated" with Muscat's neutral stance, which they now view as hostile to US interests.
· Tyler Durden
Hundreds of thousands of Centrelink payments cancelled illegally, Albanese government admits
Senate estimates hearing told issues caused by a glitch in the automated system that runs the controversial mutual obligations scheme
· Cait Kelly
European shares head for negative open as White House proposes fresh tariffs on EU
European futures data pointed to a broadly negative open for shares listed in the region on Wednesday, as investors weighed U.S. proposals for sweeping new tariffs on 60 countries.
· Chloe Taylor
U.S. tariff threats give Lula a new election attack on Bolsonaro
Hours after the U.S. proposed 25% tariffs on Brazil, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had found a way to seize on the threat.
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This ‘absurd’ Trump plan was a step too far – even for his party
Since the start of US President Donald Trump’s second term, a Republican-controlled Congress has confirmed almost all his controversial nominees, ceded trade authority to the White House and largely acquiesced as the president started a hugely unpopular war in Iran.
· Cat Zakrzewski, Theodoric Meyer
George Santos reportedly investigated by DoJ over suspicious Kalshi bets
Disgraced former congressman said to have put bet on whether he would be at Trump’s State of the Union speech
· Uwa Ede Osifo
Cayetano’s repeated refusal to convene Senate raises constitutional issue
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· Dwight de Leon
US claims Lebanon talks making progress despite deadly Israeli strikes | The National
US officials said on Wednesday that talks between Lebanon and Israel in Washington were progressing positively, despite the continuing war in Lebanon, where recent Israeli attacks killed and injured health workers.
· The National
US lawmaker dismisses Trump-Netanyahu tensions as ‘all talk’
US Republican Representative Thomas Massie criticised Washington’s continued financial support for Israel and downplayed reports of a heated exchange between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
· Middleeasteye
Sacramento Democrat Mai Vang who turns back on US flag struggles in early election returns
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· Josh Koehn
Trump administration is scrapping $1.8B fund meant to compensate president's allies, Blanche says
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration is scrapping plans for a $1.8 billion fund that would have compensated allies of the Republican president, the Justice Department's top official said Tuesday in retreating from a program that faced a fierce political backlash that had threatened to stall key elements of th…
· Associated Press
US floats new tariffs on 60 economies over forced labor, including China
A container ship passes under the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge in California on April 9. © Reuters
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WATCH: Marcos tells senators: Get back to work
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on urges senators to 'get back to work' after the Senate failed to convene for two days due to an impasse between the majority and minority blocs. 'I’m afraid all these events that we have been witnessing has thrown the Senate and its leadership, the whole Senate into disarray. It has …
· The Manila Times
Marcos chastizes Senate leadership: ‘Get back to work’
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· Bea Cupin
Trump’s pick for Iowa governor Randy Feenstra concedes election to Zach Lahn — breaking president’s endorsement streak
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· Ryan King
Trump administration to ask US AI firms to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity tests
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· Victor Barreiro Jr.
Korea to triple oil imports, secure more LNG from Canada amid energy shock
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· Ji Da-gyum
New Zealand rejects US ‘freeloader’ swipe over defence spending
Analysts say the US defence secretary’s taunts ring hollow given Washington’s own record of undermining alliance obligations
· Maria Siow
New Zealand rejects US ‘freeloader’ swipe over defence spending
Analysts say the US defence secretary’s taunts ring hollow given Washington’s own record of undermining alliance obligations
· Maria Siow
EEUU planea aranceles adicionales para socios comerciales tras pesquisa por trabajos forzados
El presidente de Estados Unidos Donald Trump y la presidente de la Comisión Europea, Ursula von der Leyen, estrechan las manos después de alcanzar un acuerdo comercial, el 27 de julio de 2025, en Turnberry, Escocia. (AP Foto/Jacquelyn Martin, Archivo)
'Crazy': Trump-Netanyahu relationship under growing strain
They went to war together against Iran, but Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu's relationship is under strain after the US president reportedly called the Israeli premier "crazy."
· Yonhap
Education Dept. backs away from addressing Black kids' civil rights
Makeda Walker-Deen, a junior at Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School, stands for a photo in Los Angeles, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
· Annie Ma
USTR proposing new tariffs of at least 10% for most trading partners
President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen shake hands after reaching a trade deal at the Trump Turnberry golf course in Turnberry, Scotland, on July 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
Cory Booker learns his GOP opponent in New Jersey Senate race
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· Victor Nava
Rebecca Bennett wins New Jersey Democratic primary, to face Thomas Kean
Rebecca Bennett has won a high-stakes Democratic Party primary in the US state of New Jersey, setting up a contest against Republican Tom Kean Jr, backed by President Donald Trump, for one of the most competitive seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
· Elizabeth Melimopoulos
Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence Tuesday, less than two weeks after postponing a White House ceremony over his concerns that a similar policy could dull America’s technological edge.
· Associated Press
SEC and Big Ten withhold support for new college sports bill
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, speaks to reporters after a closed-door meeting with fellow Republicans, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, June 2, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
· Eddie Pells