The United States and China have announced a mutual reduction on tariffs for a 90-day period following trade negotiations. According to a joint statement, the tariffs by President Donald Trump on China will be temporarily reduced by 24 percentage points. They will retain a remaining valorem rate of 10% during this period, as reported by Fox News. The news article on tariffs also stated the following: China agreed to the same stipulations, adding that it will “adopt all necessary administrative measures to suspend or remove the non-tariff countermeasures taken against the United States since April 2,” the announcement stated. Under…
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Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer, said his personal office. They were quoted saying: “Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms… On Friday he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone… While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management… The President and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians.” Source: MSN
President Donald Trump made promises to a teenage boy who was battling cancer, offering to grant the teen’s wish – but then things took a turn for the worse. The teen, known as 17-year-old Justin Hylton, had sadly passed away due to complications from his cancer. This leaves Trump with a void and inability to truly make good on his promise, but there’s a possibility that Trump could still do something nice for the family. A report on Daily Mail talked about how President Trump found out about the boy: In a plea to charity group Make-a-Wish Foundation, Justin asked…
Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, has announced plans to raise prices on certain goods as the company grapples with elevated costs linked to ongoing tariffs on imports from China. Even if the tariffs end up being softer than expected, the prices could still be going up, reports suggest. These tariffs, initially imposed at rates as high as 145% under the previous administration, were temporarily reduced to 30% for a limited period but remain a significant financial burden. Walmart executives have indicated that the current tariff levels are still too high to absorb without passing some of the costs onto consumers.…
Hillary Clinton tried to takedown President Donald Trump receiving a plane gifted to him amid his Saudi trip. Keep in mind that Boeing secured a historic deal shortly after and things seemed to be going in a great direction for international affairs. However, numerous Democrats, including Clinton, were speaking out against it – but that came to a halt when it was revealed that Hillary Clinton did something similar herself. The Clinton Foundation confirmed taking a $1,000,000 gift from Qatar during Hillary Clinton’s tenure as Secretary of State. Democrats have attempted to claim the plane was offered to President Trump…
Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream and longtime activist, was arrested on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, during a protest at a U.S. Senate hearing. The demonstration, which took place during Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s testimony before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, focused on U.S. military aid to Israel amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Cohen, along with six other protesters, disrupted the hearing by voicing opposition to U.S. policies, accusing Congress of funding military actions that harm children in Gaza while simultaneously cutting domestic healthcare programs like Medicaid. As…
On a recent episode of The Daily Show, comedian Leslie Jones delivered a fiery critique of Elon Musk, expressing her disapproval of his involvement in the Trump administration. Jones targeted Musk’s appearance at a cabinet meeting where he wore two pro-Trump hats, questioning his professionalism. She quipped, “Cut that goofy sh-t out. This is a cabinet meeting. Have some damn respect. This is official sh-t. How is this guy firing people? If this guy gave me a pink slip, I’d give his a-s a black eye. Why don’t you fire one of them hats, b-tch?” Further criticizing Musk’s demeanor, Jones…
In a notable bipartisan move, Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) has endorsed President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at reducing prescription drug prices in the United States. Khanna announced his support on social media, stating, “I support @realDonaldTrump’s effort to ensure Americans do not pay more for drugs than those in other countries.” He further proposed introducing legislation to codify the executive order into law, emphasizing the need for a permanent solution to high drug costs. President Trump’s executive order, signed on May 12, 2025, implements a “Most Favored Nation” policy, tying U.S. drug prices to those in other countries that…
Los Angeles is considering a proposal to raise the minimum wage for hotel and airport workers to $30 per hour by 2028. This initiative is driven by efforts to address the high cost of living and to ensure fair compensation for workers in the tourism sector, especially with the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics in mind. The proposal, known as the “Olympic wage,” was approved by the Los Angeles City Council in December 2024. It aims to incrementally increase the minimum wage for over 23,000 tourism workers, starting at $22.50 in July 2025 and reaching $30 by July 2028. The measure…
In a landmark agreement announced during President Donald Trump’s visit to Doha, Qatar Airways has committed to purchasing up to 210 Boeing widebody aircraft, marking the largest commercial order in Boeing’s history. Valued at approximately $96 billion at list prices, the deal encompasses 130 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and 30 of the forthcoming 777X models, with options for an additional 50 aircraft. The signing ceremony, held at Lusail Palace, was attended by President Trump, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg, and Qatar Airways CEO Badr Mohammed Al-Meer. President Trump hailed the agreement as a significant…
Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) is confronting increasing pressure to resign following a series of reports and staff departures that have raised questions about his mental and physical health. A recent New York Magazine article detailed concerns from current and former staffers about Fetterman’s behavior, citing instances of erratic conduct, paranoia, and noncompliance with medical advice following his 2022 stroke. Former Chief of Staff Adam Jentleson reportedly expressed alarm over Fetterman’s trajectory in a 2024 letter to medical professionals, highlighting issues such as missed medications and reckless behavior. These revelations have coincided with a wave of staff resignations, including key aides…
In the realm of extreme body modification, few figures are as striking and controversial as Toxii Daniëlle. Over the past four years, the Belgian model and body modification enthusiast has undergone a dramatic transformation, turning her body into a canvas of radical self-expression. Once known for her fresh-faced appearance with blonde hair and minimal makeup, Toxii now presents a starkly different image. Her body is extensively tattooed, with the upper half almost entirely blacked out. She has undergone numerous body modifications, including the removal of her nose, tattooing of her eyes and tongue, insertion of horn-like implants in her forehead,…
Yes, Kevin O’Leary referred to former Vice President Kamala Harris as a “loser” during a CNN panel discussion on *NewsNight* on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The conversation centered around a book excerpt from *Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again* by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Axios’s Alex Thompson, which included criticism from Harris’s former advisor David Plouffe regarding her 2024 campaign. During the discussion, Democratic commentator Bakari Sellers defended Harris, stating, “There’s nothing about Kamala Harris that’s a loser.” O’Leary responded, “Oh, I think there is. She lost big time,” and further described…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been subpoenaed by a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Virginia as part of a criminal investigation into alleged mortgage fraud. The inquiry centers on claims that James misrepresented a Norfolk, Virginia property as her primary residence in 2023 to obtain favorable loan terms, despite her legal obligation to reside in New York as the state’s attorney general. The investigation was initiated following a referral from Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte, a Trump administration appointee. Pulte’s referral alleges that James falsified mortgage documents related to properties in both Virginia…
In June 2021, scuba diver and glass-bottom boat tour operator Jennifer Dowker made an extraordinary discovery beneath the waters of the Cheboygan River in Michigan: a message in a bottle dating back to 1926. The message in the bottle is now 99-years-old. Imagine that! While cleaning the windows of her boat, the Nautical North, Dowker spotted a green bottle resting on the riverbed. Inside was a note penned by a man named George Morrow, which read: “Will the person who finds this bottle return this paper to George Morrow Cheboygan, Michigan and tell where it was found?” Dowker shared her…
In one of the most audacious and bizarre heists in NASA history, a former intern stole a safe filled with Moon rocks from the Johnson Space Center in 2002—and later, in a move that stunned authorities and amused the internet, allegedly had sex atop the samples in a motel room. Thad Roberts, a 25-year-old intern with aspirations of becoming an astronaut, masterminded the theft with help from his girlfriend, Tiffany Fowler, and another accomplice, Shae Saur. The trio managed to bypass security and wheel out a 600-pound safe containing lunar samples collected during the Apollo missions. The stolen rocks were…
In the late 1970s, McDonald’s found itself at the center of an unexpected controversy involving its spoon-shaped coffee stirrers. Designed to stir cream and sugar into hot beverages, these small plastic utensils inadvertently became popular tools for drug users to measure and consume powdered substances like cocaine and PCP. The stirrers, capable of holding approximately 100 milligrams of powder, were even nicknamed “McSpoons” within drug culture. The issue gained national attention in October 1979 when a newspaper article described a New York City party featuring a large bowl of cocaine accompanied by McDonald’s coffee spoons for guests to use .…
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warned Republicans who were threatening to arrest Democratic lawmakers who broke laws while causing problems at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center in Newark, New Jersey. AOC said: “They’re using public intimidation because they know that they cannot come for us all,” then claimed Trump officials were in the wrong. However, AOC is incorrect because Trump’s officials were not breaking the law or causing problems. AOC continued: “If anyone is breaking the law in this situation, it’s not members of Congress, it’s the Department of Homeland Security… It’s people like Tom Homan and Secretary Kristi Noem……
Washington, D.C. — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz leveled pointed criticism at former President Donald Trump during an appearance on MSNBC’s The Briefing with Jen Psaki, accusing Trump of championing policies that benefit billionaires at the expense of working Americans. Appearing on the show last week, Walz said, “Billionaires are winning, the rest of us are losing,” in reference to what he described as a growing economic gap worsened by Trump-era tax cuts and deregulatory moves. He dismissed Trump’s self-promotion as a successful businessman, arguing instead that his record is “all about the grift.” “He’s picking the winners and losers,” Walz…
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt staunchly defended President Donald Trump against allegations of personal financial gain during a press briefing on Friday. Responding to questions about the president’s promotion of a meme-based cryptocurrency and planned visits to Trump-branded properties during an upcoming Middle East trip, Leavitt dismissed the concerns as unfounded. “I think it’s frankly ridiculous that anyone in this room would even suggest that President Trump is doing anything for his own benefit,” Leavitt asserted. She emphasized that Trump had left behind a successful business empire to serve the public, stating, “He left a life of luxury and…
Jen Psaki, former White House press secretary under President Joe Biden, has launched a new MSNBC prime-time show titled The Briefing with Jen Psaki. The program airs Tuesday through Friday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time, occupying the slot previously held by Alex Wagner Tonight. This transition follows Rachel Maddow’s return to a once-a-week schedule on Mondays . The Briefing evolved from Psaki’s earlier program, Inside with Jen Psaki, which debuted in March 2023 as a Sunday show. Due to its success, it expanded to Mondays and eventually transitioned into the current prime-time format in May 2025 . The show focuses…
In a significant development within the Trump administration, Russ Vought, a key architect of the conservative “Project 2025” agenda, has been appointed to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This department aims to streamline federal operations and reduce expenditures, aligning with President Trump’s broader goals of minimizing government bureaucracy. Vought’s appointment has been met with both support and criticism. Proponents argue that his experience as the former Director of the Office of Management and Budget equips him to identify and eliminate inefficiencies within federal agencies. However, critics express concern over potential overreach and the rapid implementation of…
Washington, D.C. — In a surprising move that has sparked both celebration and controversy, President Donald Trump has appointed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. Pirro, a former Westchester County district attorney and New York judge, is best known for her fiery commentaries as host of *Justice with Judge Jeanine*. Her appointment, announced earlier this month, follows the withdrawal of Ed Martin’s nomination after facing bipartisan resistance in the Senate. This high-profile return to public office places Pirro in one of the most powerful prosecutorial positions in the country, overseeing…
Marissa Rothenberger, a transgender high school softball pitcher from Champlin Park High School in Minnesota, has become the center of a national debate regarding the participation of transgender athletes in girls’ sports. Rothenberger, a biological male who transitioned at the age of nine (wtf), has been delivering standout performances this season, leading his team to multiple victories and earning individual accolades. According to reports, Rothenberger has achieved a 4–1 record, with 52 strikeouts and a 0.88 ERA over 32 innings pitched. These statistics place his among the top pitchers in Minnesota’s Class 4A division. His dominance on the field has…
The French government has categorically denied allegations circulating on social media that President Emmanuel Macron was concealing a bag of cocaine during a recent train journey to Kyiv. The rumors, originating from pro-Russian sources, falsely claim that Macron, along with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, were involved in drug use during their diplomatic mission to Ukraine. The controversy stems from a video showing President Macron picking up a white object from a table while seated with Starmer and Merz. Conspiracy theorists have misrepresented this object as a bag of cocaine. However, the Élysée Palace clarified…
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at reducing prescription drug prices in the United States by reinstating the “most-favored-nation” (MFN) pricing policy. This policy seeks to align U.S. drug prices with the lowest prices paid by other developed countries, particularly affecting Medicare Parts B and D. The MFN policy was initially introduced during Trump’s first term in 2020 but faced legal challenges and was subsequently rescinded by the Biden administration. The renewed executive order mandates that pharmaceutical companies reduce U.S. drug prices within 30 days or face payment caps based on international pricing benchmarks. Additionally, the…
Senator Elizabeth Warren has sharply criticized the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, over what she describes as “alarming failures” in protecting sensitive national security information. In a letter co-signed with Representative Gerry Connolly, Warren expressed concerns that DOGE employees may have shared classified government information using insecure communications channels, potentially exposing secrets about America’s defense and intelligence agencies. Warren’s criticism extends to DOGE’s handling of personal and taxpayer data. She highlighted reports that the White House is pressuring the IRS to grant DOGE software engineers broad access to IRS systems, property, and datasets, including private tax…
Attorney General Pam Bondi has escalated tensions between the Trump administration and the judiciary following the arrest of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan. Dugan was charged with obstruction and concealing an individual to prevent arrest after allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant evade federal authorities. Bondi labeled Dugan’s actions as “deranged” and vowed to prosecute any judiciary members who cross the administration. This incident has sparked criticism from a bipartisan group of 150 former judges, who argue that the arrest was an attempt to intimidate the judiciary. The situation highlights the ongoing conflict between federal immigration enforcement and local judicial…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging recent cuts to federal health programs. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, alleges that the administration’s decision to terminate these programs was abrupt, arbitrary, and lacked public input, violating administrative procedures. James argues that the cuts jeopardize critical health services and disproportionately affect vulnerable populations. The Trump administration has not yet responded publicly to the lawsuit. This legal action is part of a broader pattern of confrontations between James and the Trump administration. Previously, James led a successful civil fraud case against Trump and his…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under President Joe Biden has been under scrutiny after it was revealed that approximately $1.9 billion in taxpayer funds had been misplaced. The money, which had been earmarked for financial services administration, was not properly tracked due to procedural inefficiencies. This discovery was made as part of an ongoing effort by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which was created under the Trump administration with the help of tech entrepreneur Elon Musk. DOGE identified the misplaced funds, originally set aside for contracts with mortgage companies Carrington Mortgage Services and…