Exclusive: OPEC+ likely to agree another oil output hike without UAE, sources say - Reuters

Exclusive: OPEC+ likely to agree another oil output hike without UAE, sources say  Reuters

Ex-FBI director James Comey surrenders over charge of threatening Trump's life in Instagram post

Prosecutors say a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director was a call for violence against Trump.

‘A Lot of Rocket’: Trump Celebrates Artemis II Astronauts at the White House

President Trump wants Americans going into space to be a part of his legacy, even as he has proposed cutting NASA’s education, research and diversity programs.

By Zolan Kanno-Youngs

Trump Says Merz ‘Doesn’t Know What He’s Talking About’ - Bloomberg.com

Trump Says Merz ‘Doesn’t Know What He’s Talking About’  Bloomberg.com

Trump’s $1 million ‘gold card’ visa has not been as popular as advertised

Just 165 people have paid the application fee so far, the government said in a new legal filing.

By Meryl Kornfield

'An Iranian diplomatic victory over Trump would be celebrated amid ruins'

While Iran's leadership has demonstrated its capacity for survival, as evidenced by the rise of new leaders as uncompromising as their predecessors, the consequences of the war launched on February 28 are likely to be dire for a regime already on the brink, writes Le Monde columnist Gilles Paris.

Trump hosts crew of historic Artemis mission: ‘I would have had no trouble making it’

The astronauts joined president in Oval Office for a press conference, and it wasn’t long before he praised himself Donald Trump hosted the crew of the historic Artemis II lunar flyby mission at the White House on Wednesday. The four astronauts – commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen – joined the president in the Oval Office for a celebratory meeting and press conference. Continue reading...

By Marina Dunbar

'8647' got James Comey indicted. What exactly does it mean?

A grand jury charged Comey with threatening Trump's life through his since-deleted 2025 post of seashells forming "8647." Trump is the 47th president, and the term "86" has a few possible meanings.

By Rachel Treisman

Newsom mocks Trump's limited-edition passport with fake California driver's license featuring gov's portrait

California Gov. Gavin Newsom mocks President Trump's limited-edition U.S. passport by jokingly unveiling a driver's license featuring his own potrait.

UAE quits OPEC

The UAE announced it’s withdrawing from OPEC on May 1st.

Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table - CNN

Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table  CNN

Shocking UAE exit rocks OPEC, but group will still hold significant sway over the oil market

UAE leaving OPEC will have huge ramifications.

Comey appears in court on '86 47' allegation that legal experts say could be tough to prove

Former FBI director James Comey made his first court appearance on Wednesday in a criminal case against him that legal experts say presents significant hurdles for the prosecution and will likely be a challenge for the U.S. Justice Department to win.

Trump says he has proposed "a little bit of a ceasefire" to Putin, calls conversation "very good"

US President Donald Trump has shared details of his conversation with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin.

By Ulyana Krychkovska,Alona Mazurenko

The UAE’s exit from Opec could bring ‘even bigger trouble’: Chinese expert

The United Arab Emirates’ decision to leave a global cartel of major oil-exporting countries is seen to reflect a widening fracture within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The UAE announced on Tuesday that it would leave the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) and the wider Opec+ alliance, effective on Friday. The country joined the group in 1971, though one of its emirates – Abu Dhabi – joined in 1967. The UAE’s Ministry of Infrastructure said in a statement that the...

By Vanessa Cai

Iran war: Brent oil briefly hits $119 as talks stall

The price of Brent crude oil has soared as Iran continues to block traffic through the Strait of Hormuz amid a US blockade on its ports. The Pentagon put the cost of war at about $25 billion. Follow DW for the latest.

An Interview with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz: "I Am Dissatisfied with the Prevailing Atmosphere in Germany"

In a wide ranging interview with DER SPIEGEL, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz speaks about his relationship with Trump, the immense challenges facing Germany and the dangers of the AfD.

Trump says NASA has ‘good shot’ at returning astronauts to Moon before 2029

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he believes NASA has a “good shot” at returning astronauts to the Moon before 2029, citing progress on the Artemis II program, though he cautioned against guaranteeing success during his second term in office.

By FRANCE 24

Move over TACO, Wall Street has a new nickname for Trump: NACHO

Trump’s new nickname indicates people are not confident he will secure a deal with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz

By Ariana Baio

United Arab Emirates Will Leave OPEC May 1—Trump Says It's 'Great' - Forbes

United Arab Emirates Will Leave OPEC May 1—Trump Says It's 'Great'  Forbes

King Charles has met 10 US presidents, from Dwight Eisenhower to Donald Trump. Photos show their relationships through the years.

King Charles has made several visits to the Oval Office over the years. HUM Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images ; Samir Hussein/WireImage King Charles III has met 10 US presidents, from Dwight Eisenhower to Donald Trump. Richard Nixon tried to set Charles up with his daughter Tricia, and he grew close to Nancy Reagan. On Monday, Charles visited Donald Trump during the first British state visit to the US since 2007. For decades, royal family members and US presidential families ha...

James Comey makes initial appearance in federal court

Disney Stands Its Ground in the Face of Trump’s Jimmy Kimmel Temper Tantrum and FCC Harassment

When it comes to the barrage of nonsense coming from this White House, sometimes no response is the best response. Disney has clearly learned its lesson from last year’s Jimmy Kimmel media firestorm, when it temporarily benched the late night host in the wake of threats from FCC chairman Brendan Carr. As Carr continues to […]

By Varietyschneider

'Is a President allowed to go on a space mission?': Trump jokes as Artemis II astronauts visit White House

President Trump expressed confidence in NASA's ability to land astronauts on the Moon before his potential second term ends in 2029. He met with the Artemis II crew at the White House, celebrating their recent deep-space mission. This comes as NASA targets a crewed lunar landing in 2028, though development timelines for landers remain a concern.

By TOI World Desk

Melania rejects Donald Trump’s hand at King Charles state dinner: Report

This comes as Trump made a lighthearted remark about his marriage during the same royal visit.

Trump and Putin hold phone call, discuss Iran’s nuclear program, ceasefire

Trump says he discussed a Ukraine ceasefire with Putin - The Straits Times

Trump says he discussed a Ukraine ceasefire with Putin  The Straits Times

If Trump Thought Kimmel’s WHCD Roast Was Rough, He’s Gonna Hate Triumph the Insult Comic Dog’s

"If the mentalist asks Trump to pick a number, it will probably be under 18, would you agree?"

By Anthony Maglio

Trump says Herzog would become 'national hero' if he pardoned Netanyahu - Axios

US President Donald Trump was reportedly surprised that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had to return to trial on Wednesday, Axios reported.

Trump Says US Has "A Shot" At Crewed Moon Landing Before Presidency Ends

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he believes NASA has a good chance of returning astronauts to the Moon's surface before he leaves the White House at the start of 2029.

Washington shooting suspect took selfie before attack

The man accused of trying to assassinate US President Donald Trump took a selfie in his hotel room moments before bursting through security with a pump-action shotgun, prosecutors have said.

[Wang Son-taek] No place for violence in democracy

The recent assassination attempt against US President Donald Trump was a stark reminder of how fragile political stability can be, even in a major democracy. Political violence can never be justified under any circumstances. Regardless of political preference or policy disagreement, the use of violence against a political leader crosses a line that must remain absolute. One encouraging aspect of this episode was the unified response from leaders around the world. Governments across regions expre

By The Korea Herald

Trump assures UFO files to be released soon

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday his administration will soon release government files on unidentified flying objects, Wednesday, stating that “as much information as possible” will be made public. The announcement follows a directive issued in February ordering federal agencies to begin reviewing and disclosing records related to UFOs and the possibility of extraterrestrial […]

Ted Cruz Bashes Trump Administration for Going After Jimmy Kimmel

The Texas senator jumped to the defense of the late-night host as the FCC threatens ABC and Disney's broadcast licenses

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Sen. Ted Cruz Slams FCC Amid Kimmel Flap: “Not Government’s Job To Censor Speech”

Sen. Ted Cruz apparently is backing the First Amendment over partisan politics. The Texas lawmaker hinted in an interview today that he doesn’t believe the FCC should wade into the latest dust-up between Jimmy Kimmel and Donald Trump. “It is not government’s job to censor speech, and I do not believe the FCC should operate […]

By Erik Pedersen

Commentary: UAE’s OPEC exit has been long in the works

The Emirates have chafed against the constraints of OPEC quotas for years, says an academic.

DOJ indicts ex-FBI chief Comey over seashell post

Comey had posted a photo of seashells spelling out ‘8647’

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US

Trump holds talks on prolonged Iran blockade, urges Tehran to reach a deal

While Washington and Tehran trade public threats, mediator Pakistan tries to avoid escalation as the two sides continue to exchange messages on a potential deal

By Reuters

Putin Offers Victory Day Ceasefire in Ukraine on May 9, Kremlin Aide Says

"Trump actively supported this initiative, noting that the holiday marks our shared victory," Yury Ushakov said.

Putin backs Chechen leader’s bid for another term at Kremlin meeting

The Kremlin announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov at the Kremlin and expressed support for Kadyrov’s bid for another term as the region’s head.

Adam Carolla Defends Jimmy Kimmel Amid Trump Joke Firestorm

Jimmy Kimmel is in the middle of another political dustup after a joke he made about President Trump ... but one person is in the talk show host's corner -- and it's somewhat surprising. Adam Carolla defended Kimmel on a recent episode of his…

By TMZ Staff

Putin Presents Victory Day Truce In Ukraine During 90-Minute Trump Call

Putin Presents Victory Day Truce In Ukraine During 90-Minute Trump Call With things in the Persian Gulf and the Iran War 'stuck'... it's apparently time to pivot back to that other 'stuck' war, in Ukraine. President Trump on Wednesday spoke over the phone with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, with the call reportedly lasting an impressive 1.5+ hours, and the talk centered on finding ways forward both with the Iran and Ukraine conflicts. The most important item to emerge w...

By Tyler Durden

Trump cheers UAE’s exit from OPEC, says move will calm oil prices

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he thinks it is “great” the United Arab Emirates is withdrawing from the Organization of the Petroleum ⁠Exporting ‌Countries. 'I...

US to issue passports bearing Trump's image - The Star

US to issue passports bearing Trump's image  The Star

Putin announces his readiness to declare ceasefire on May 9

Russian President Vladimir Putin, during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, said that Russia was ready to declare a ceasefire on May 9.

Trump: Iran Wants Hormuz Strait Reopened - The Daily Star Lebanon

Trump: Iran Wants Hormuz Strait Reopened  The Daily Star Lebanon

Trump warns Iran blockade could last months as oil prices soar

President Donald Trump said that a US naval blockade against Iran could last months, leading oil prices Wednesday to spike to their highest in more than four years. The post Trump warns Iran blockade could last months as oil prices soar appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Trump rejects Iranian proposal: “We will not lift naval blockade without a nuclear deal”

The U.S. President believes the naval blockade is a more effective form of pressure compared to military strikes The post Trump rejects Iranian proposal: “We will not lift naval blockade without a nuclear deal” appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Trump warns Iran better 'get smart soon' and accept nuclear deal - Naharnet

Trump warns Iran better 'get smart soon' and accept nuclear deal  Naharnet

US to issue passports featuring Donald Trump’s image - thecitizen.co.tz

US to issue passports featuring Donald Trump’s image  thecitizen.co.tz

United States: Trump's face will appear on new American passports - Seneweb

United States: Trump's face will appear on new American passports  Seneweb