Israel, Lebanon begin ceasefire; Trump says Iran may meet US this weekend
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Trump says Iran war should end ‘soon,’ both sides may meet at weekend
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President Donald Trump on Thursday said that "the war in Iran is going along swimmingly."
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White House budget chief Russ Vought warns DHS ‘disintegrating’ amid partial government shutdown
The Department of Homeland Security is “disintegrating” as the partial government shutdown continues with no end in sight, White House Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought warned senators Thursday.
· Victor Nava
Republican tax rebates make THIS April 15 a great day for Americans
So far, 53 million Americans have gotten tax refunds this year, with an average of nearly $3,500 — up 11.1%, or $356, from a year ago.
· Post Editorial Board
Exdirector de inteligencia de Brasil es liberado tras arresto migratorio en EEUU; agradece a Trump
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· Douglas Murray
Trump said he appointed top counterterrorism official because he felt sorry his wife died
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· Nick Pearson
Department of Justice investigating Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault allegations
Democratic representative from California has suspended gubernatorial campaign and resigned from Congress
· Sam Levin
Tax refunds swell thanks to Trump’s worker-friendly deductions in the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: ‘He knows what he’s doing’
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· Khristina Narizhnaya, Alex Mitchell, Anna Young
Trump administration resumes funding for Manhattan subway project
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· Philip Marcelo
Democrat states are desperate to tax the rich — even after they leave
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Doctora venezolana en custodia de ICE pierde cita de asilo de su esposo tras detención en aeropuerto
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Trump's Lebanon ceasefire takes Israel by surprise
As news of the ceasefire spread through Israel's northern communities, sirens blared three times this evening warning of incoming rockets from Lebanon.
· Lucy Williamson
Albanese says 'no change' to fuel supply despite refinery blaze
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US panel approves Trump’s design for massive arch in Washington, DC
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China willing to ‘buy’ or ‘steal’ US tech to get ahead in AI race, Congress told
US lawmakers, experts accused Beijing of buying ‘what they can’ and stealing ‘what they cannot’ from America to advance their AI technology
· Lucy Quaggin
China willing to ‘buy’ or ‘steal’ US tech to get ahead in AI race, Congress told
US lawmakers, experts accused Beijing of buying ‘what they can’ and stealing ‘what they cannot’ from America to advance their AI technology
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Wizards GM says he expects coach Brian Keefe to return next season
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No ‘specific request’ to help US in strait of Hormuz, Marles says, as Trump repeats criticism of Australia
US president told reporters he was ‘not happy with Australia because they were not there when we asked them to be there’
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President Donald Trump had a secret meeting with MSG owner James Dolan about fraught Penn Station make-over plans
Next stop: Trump Station!
· Mara Siegler
Hunter Biden hiding out from $20m debts at luxury California estate, not South Africa: ‘It’s a ruse’
Hunter Biden is hiding from his creditors in California, avoiding paying over $20 million he owes various people, The Post has learned.
· Isabel Vincent
Trump claims Iran has ‘agreed to give us back the nuclear dust,’ not pursue nuclear weapon
WASHINGTON – President Trump claimed Thursday that the US and Iran have a “good” chance of finalizing a peace deal in the coming days after the Islamic Republic agreed to two major demands put forward by the White House — and teased that he may go to Pakistan himself to seal the agreement.
· Emily Goodin
Pope slams 'tyrants' on Cameroon visit as Trump spat continues
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· The Manila Times
Trump administration expects Iranian team to travel to U.S. for World Cup
The new posture from the White House World Cup task force comes after weeks of uncertainty about whether Iran would ultimately participate.
· Sophia Cai
Seventh pick in draft one of few positives from last season for Washington
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US will help Peru ‘take back’ Chancay port from China, Congress chair says
Maria Elvira Salazar warns port’s ‘dual usage’ potential could enable Chinese submarines, carriers and warships to operate from Peru
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US will help Peru ‘take back’ Chancay port from China, Congress chair says
Maria Elvira Salazar warns port’s ‘dual usage’ potential could enable Chinese submarines, carriers and warships to operate from Peru
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‘More compromises’: Trump wants an end to Iran war
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· Eli Stokols, Phelim Kine
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect: Live updates
The 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon entered into force on Friday, with US President Donald Trump insisting that Hezbollah is part of the agreement, although the armed group had boycotted peace talks with Israel as futile.
· RT
Nacionales vencen 8-7 a Piratas gracias a sencillo remolcador de Wood en la décima
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Trump repeats he is 'not happy with Australia' as Hormuz crisis continues
Donald Trump took questions from Australian reporters outside the White House. (Reuters: Jessica Koscielniak)
· Brad Ryan
Greer pushes for funds to escalate Trump’s trade fight with China
US trade chief says more resources needed to expand trade probes and counter China, warning farmers remain exposed ahead of Beijing summit
· Khushboo Razdan
Greer pushes for funds to escalate Trump’s trade fight with China
US trade chief says more resources needed to expand trade probes and counter China, warning farmers remain exposed ahead of Beijing summit
· Khushboo Razdan
A Venezuelan doctor in ICE custody misses husband's asylum interview
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· Gisela Salomon
US House votes to extend temporary protections for Haitians in Trump rebuke
The United States House of Representatives has voted to extend temporary immigration protections for some 350,000 Haitians living in the country, in a break with President Donald Trump.
· Al Jazeera
Pope Leo slams 'tyrants' as Trump says the pontiff must understand 'nasty world'
Donald Trump has repeatedly criticised the religious leader, who has emerged as an outspoken critic of the US-Israeli war on Iran in recent weeks. Source: Getty
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Secret Service officer injured after ‘physical altercation’ with White House barrier jumper
WASHINGTON — Secret Service agents apprehended a man attempting to enter the White House grounds Thursday morning — but not before a brief scuffle that left one officer injured.
· Victor Nava
"Trump não foi eleito imperador do mundo", diz Lula
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· Deutsche Welle
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· Richie Greenberg
Trump ‘creating problems’ for US – Lula
US President Donald Trump’s policy has ended up creating problems for Americans, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has said, citing soaring energy prices linked to the war on Iran.
· RT
Judge halts above-ground construction of Trump's White House ballroom
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James Wood singles to score automatic runner in the 10th, Nationals beat Pirates 8-7
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Pope Leo slams 'those who manipulate religion' for war, as White House invokes divine calling
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday issued what may be his most explicit condemnation yet of the Trump administration's use of biblical invocations to justify the US-Israeli war on Iran, as tensions between the Vatican and the White House ramp up.
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GOP Rep. Lauren Bobert swears to nix pensions of Swalwell and Gonzales following allegations
Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., vowed to cancel the pensions of former Reps. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., and Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, both of whom resigned Tuesday amid sexual assault and sexual harassment allegations.
· Fox News
Finance minister stresses commitment to making S. Korea global AI hub
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From Supply-Chain Risk To National Security Imperative: U.S. Government Embraces Anthropic's Mythos AI
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· Tyler Durden
AOC, Boebert join calls for sexual misconduct accountability in Congress
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· Al Jazeera Staff