Restless Democratic voters are challenging the party establishment
Graham Platner, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, takes a question at a news conference Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Lewiston, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Huge boost for dying Napa Valley as King Charles spotted drinking local Chardonnay
A struggling Napa Valley wine brand got a royal revival this week after one of its Chardonnays was poured for King Charles III and Queen Camilla during a lavish state dinner at the White House.
· Nina Joudeh
Trump anuncia tarifa de 25% sobre carros e caminhões da UE
O presidente dos Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, anunciou nesta sexta-feira (01/05) que aumentará as tarifas sobre carros e caminhões fabricados pela União Europeia (UE) de 15% para 25%.
· Deutsche Welle
As Anthropic Entertains Offers At $900 Billion Valuation, OpenAI CFO Swears There's A 'Vertical Wall Of Demand'
Anyone that's ever spent serious time with Anthropic's Claude - particularly after being a GPT user - can understand why the Trump administration just did a major about-face after a Pentagon spat led to the company's blacklisting as a "supply chain risk."
· Tyler Durden
(LEAD) Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran proposal, calls Tehran leadership 'extremely disjointed'
(ATTN: ADDS more info, remarks in paras 11-12, 15-21)By Song Sang-ho
· Song Sang-ho
Liberals outraged as Trump’s speech praises America’s ‘Anglo-Saxon’ heritage during King Charles visit
Liberal commentators panicked after President Donald Trump articulated the same view of America’s “Anglo-Saxon” heritage as that of the Founding Fathers during King Charles III’s visit this week.
· Fox News
Pictures of the Week: From flooded Iraqi marshes to a humpback whale rescue in Germany | The National
Previous slideNext slide A fishing boat takes to the Hawizeh Marshes in Maysan province, southern Iraq, where water has returned due to a spell of rain after prolonged drought. AFPInfo Sabastian Sawe of Team Kenya celebrates winning the London Marathon with a World Record time of 1:59:30. Getty ImagesInfo Law enforc…
· The National
61% of Americans see Trump’s Iran war as ‘mistake’: new poll
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· Stephen Prager
Iran soccer officials to meet FIFA in Zurich and plan for World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino addresses the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)
· Graham Dunbar
Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran proposal, calls Tehran leadership 'extremely disjointed'
WASHINGTON, May 1 (Yonhap) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he was "not satisfied" with Iran's latest peace proposal, noting that negotiators from the Islamic Republic had been asking for things that he "can't agree with."
· Song Sang-ho
UAE says Iran cannot be trusted over Strait of Hormuz as peace efforts remain deadlocked
ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/DUBAI — Tehran has submitted its latest proposal for negotiations with the United States, Iranian state media and a Pakistani official said Friday, a move that could offer hope for breaking a deadlock in efforts to end the Iran war.
· Reuters
Trump weighs cabinet appointment for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis
President Trump said Friday that he would consider appointing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to a cabinet position next year.
· Josh Christenson
King Charles wins praise for deft handling of Trump on US state visit
The British monarch delivered a diplomatic masterclass on the trip, mixing praise for his host with subtle criticism
· Associated Press
King Charles wins praise for deft handling of Trump on US state visit
The British monarch delivered a diplomatic masterclass on the trip, mixing praise for his host with subtle criticism
· Associated Press
Pope names former undocumented migrant as US bishop
VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Friday named a former undocumented migrant as bishop of West Virginia, weeks after a high-profile verbal confrontation with US President Donald Trump.
· Agence France-Presse
Supreme Court ruling stokes redistricting battle in several states
A person walks past a voting sign during the first day of early voting for the primary elections at the Dunwoody Library in Atlanta, Monday, April 27, 2026. (Miguel Martinez/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
· David A Lieb
Trump says will raise US tariffs on EU cars, trucks to 25%
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Friday that he will hike US tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union next week, charging that the bloc is not complying with an earlier trade deal.
· Agence France-Presse
Who is Nicole Saphier, Trump's new surgeon general pick?
President Donald Trump signs documents regarding the withdrawal of the current nomination and nomination of a new surgeon general in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
· Ali Swenson
Trump to put 25% tariffs on EU cars, says bloc not complying with trade deal
The status of the pact was first put in doubt after the Supreme Court ruled the president lacked legal authority for his duties on EU goods
· Associated Press
Trump to put 25% tariffs on EU cars, says bloc not complying with trade deal
The status of the pact was first put in doubt after the Supreme Court ruled the president lacked legal authority for his duties on EU goods
· Associated Press
Trump raises EU car tariffs to 25% and accuses bloc of breaking trade deal | The National
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he would raise tariffs on vehicles imported from the EU to 25 per cent, accusing the bloc of failing to comply with a trade deal.
· The National
Trump renews fight against congestion pricing, will appeal judge’s ruling allowing tolling scheme to proceed
President Trump’s administration isn’t giving up its fight against congestion pricing.
· Peter Senzamici
Trump says a deal to bail out Spirit Airlines still is possible
The tail of a Spirit Airlines Airbus A320 is shown as the plane prepares to take off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Jan. 19, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
Irán presenta nueva propuesta de negociación con EEUU, informan medios iraníes
Un hombre de pie en el mar, aparentemente pescando, mientras buques graneleros, de carga y barcos de servicio se alinean en el horizonte del estrecho de Ormuz, frente a la costa de Bandar Abbas, Irán, el lunes 27 de abril de 2026.(Razieh Poudat/ISNA vía AP)
· Toqa Ezzidin
Trump 'not satisfied' with latest Iranian proposal, says leadership is 'fully disjointed'
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he was "not satisfied" with Iran's latest proposal for an end to hostilities, adding that negotiations are currently being conducted over the phone.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Trump says he will hike tariffs on EU cars to 25%
Donald Trump is increasing the tariffs charged on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%.
· Archie Mitchell
Trump says he's raising EU auto tariffs to 25% without clarifying how
President Donald Trump said he would increase tariffs charged to the European Union for cars and trucks to 25%, without saying what authority he would use to raise the levies.
· Michele Luhn
US military and 7 companies make deals to use AI in classified systems
The Pentagon is seen from Air Force One as it flies over Washington on March 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
· Ben Finley
Trump Says Spirit Airlines Rescue Still In Review, Final Proposal Coming
Trump says Spirit received the final proposal for the lifeline deal
· Tyler Durden
Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down after failing to reach deal for bailout lifeline
Spirit Airlines is preparing to shut down after the iconic budget airline failed to reach a deal for a lifeline, according to people familiar with the matter.
· Leslie Josephs
(LEAD) Trump says U.S. will increase tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25 pct next week
(ATTN: ADDS more info in paras 5-9)By Song Sang-ho
· Song Sang-ho
Despite loss of Jonah Coleman to NFL draft, Washington confident in running abilities
Washington running back Jordan Washington carries the ball against UC Davis during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, FIle)
· Andrew Destin
Trump announces tariffs on European cars going to 25% next week — claims bloc ‘not complying’ with trade deal
WASHINGTON — President Trump announced Friday he would soon raise tariffs to 25% on vehicles imported from the European Union, claiming the bloc was non-compliant with its US trade deal.
· Caitlin Doornbos
Trump dice que impondrá arancel de 25% a autos de la UE; acusa a bloque de incumplir pacto comercial
El presidente Donald Trump simula apuntar con un fusil de francotirador al hablar con periodistas en la sala de prensa James Brady de la Casa Blanca en Washington, el 6 de abril de 2026. (Foto AP/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, archivo)
· Josh Boak
Trump says U.S. will increase tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25 pct next week
WASHINGTON, May 1 (Yonhap) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that his administration will raise tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25 percent next week, claiming that the regional bloc is not complying with a bilateral trade agreement with the United States.
· Song Sang-ho
China to US: Keep ties stable, Taiwan a 'risk point'
BEIJING — China’s top diplomat on Thursday urged the United States to maintain “stability” between the two powers and warned that Taiwan posed the biggest risk, weeks before US President Donald Trump visits Beijing.
· Agence France-Presse
Balikatan 2026: Balancing security and dialogue between Washington and Beijing
AT a time of heightened global anxieties and regional uncertainty, the Philippines and the United States launched the 41st Balikatan Exercises on April 20, 2026. With the participation of partner nations, including Australia, Canada, France, Japan and New Zealand, the 2026 Balikatan is being held while the Iran war …
· Rommel C. Banlaoi
Alyssa Farah Griffin Defends Amazon’s Potential ‘Apprentice’ Reboot Starring Donald Trump Jr.: “For One Year, We Can Get Some Chaotic TV On Amazon”
Alyssa Farah Griffin is not immediately poo-pooing the reported reboot of The Apprentice.
· Alex Vena
Trump says he'll place 25% tariff on autos from EU
President Donald Trump signs a presidential permit regarding pipeline construction in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
· Josh Boak
Trump Escalates Tariffs On EU Vehicles To 25%, Accusing Bloc Of Trade Deal Violations
President Donald Trump announced Friday that the United States will raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25% starting next week, citing the EU’s failure to comply with a 2025 bilateral trade framework.
· Tyler Durden
Addressing electricity bill shock
FOR most of the past week, the Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest distribution utility, has been fighting a wildfire of complaints spreading on social media about high electricity bills. The volume of public grumbling has become loud enough that even some members of Congress have chimed in to call …
· The Editorial Board
(URGENT) Trump says U.S. will increase tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25 pct next week
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· Song Sang-ho
Pentagon announces deal with seven AI companies for classified systems
Washington, DC – The United States Department of Defense has announced a new agreement with seven Artificial Intelligence companies to use their advanced technologies for its classified networks.
· Joseph Stepansky
DHS bars Dem ex-Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, her family and friends from federal funds over alleged $5M FEMA theft
WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security has suspended former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) as well as her family, associates and businesses from receiving future federal funds after she was indicted for allegedly stealing $5.7 million in taxpayer money.
· Josh Christenson
Ex-Miami congressman is convicted in a secret Venezuela lobbying case
MIAMI (AP) — A former Miami congressman and longtime friend of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was convicted Friday in connection with a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on behalf of Venezuela during the first Trump administration.
· Joshua Goodman
Anthropic eyes Japan expansion for Mythos AI, opposed by White House
Anthropic's new Claude Mythos AI model can find software vulnerabilities overlooked by human experts. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi)
· Staff Writer
‘The View’s Ana Navarro Responds To Pete Hegseth Calling Democrats The Country’s “Biggest Adversary”: “The Hypocrisy Is Glaring”
Ana Navarro and the hosts of The View had some choice words to share with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth after he testified before Congress about the impact the ongoing war in Iran could be having on everyday Americans.
· Radhamely De Leon
Iranian Foreign Minister: Israel’s war has cost US $100bn
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on X that the Pentagon is “lying” about the costs of the US-Israeli war on Iran.
· Middleeasteye
Spirit Airlines preparing to shut down after failing to secure $500M bailout from Trump admin
Spirit Airlines is preparing to shutter operations after a $500 million bailout deal with the Trump administration fell apart, according to a report Friday.
· Taylor Herzlich