Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline - AP News

Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline  AP News

Trump says 'probably' when asked if he might pull US troops out of Italy, Spain - Reuters

Trump says 'probably' when asked if he might pull US troops out of Italy, Spain  Reuters

Trump signs bill to end record shutdown over immigration enforcement

The shutdown caused chaos in airports across the US as politicians feuded over funds for Trump's immigration crackdown.

Trump Poised to Defy Congress on War Authorization - WSJ

Trump Poised to Defy Congress on War Authorization  WSJ

Trump vs Kimmel: inside Disney chief Josh D’Amaro’s baptism of fire

Studio’s boss has run into free speech crisis just weeks into his job

Trump threatens to withdraw US troops from Italy and Spain – Europe live

The US president said he would carry out of a review of US military presence in Europe after public criticism of the US-Israeli war on Iran Italy and Spain have joined a growing list of countries that US president Donald Trump is threatening with pulling US troops from as part of a broader review of the US military presence in Europe. Responding to a question from a reporter, Trump said he would “probably” consider such a move, linking it to the two countries’ criticism of the US campaign in ...

By Jakub Krupa

Hegseth faces questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began

Making his first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration went to war against Iran, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced withering questioning from skeptical Democrats.

By The Associated Press

America lost what's 'left of its innocence' after Trump, 'Parks and Rec' star says

Former "Parks and Recreation" actor Adam Scott said America lost what was left of its innocence in 2015 when President Donald Trump first entered politics.

Iran war: What’s happening on day 63 as Trump signals possible attacks

Iran’s president calls the US siege 'intolerable' as Donald Trump says war may resume.

Oil rises as Trump faces crucial 60-day deadline for Iran war

Under the 1973 War Powers Resolution, a U.S. president needs to withdraw troops 60 days after reporting their deployment to Congress

U.S. prosecutors release hotel video of armed man rushing press correspondents’ gala

A U.S. government court filing on Wednesday raised questions about officials’ initial assertions that a gunman shot a Secret Service officer while allegedly attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

Trump: War in Ukraine continues because "Biden gave them US$350 billion"

US President Donald Trump claims the war continues because of the level of financial support previously provided to Ukraine and criticises European allies over defence cooperation.

By Ivan Diakonov

Trump lifts tariffs on Scotch whisky in nod to King Charles

Trump said he was lifting the tarrifs on whiskey from the UK in honor of the British King and Queen, announcing the move the day the royal duo departed from the US.

US considers reducing troops in Germany

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has maintained that the transatlantic partnership remains strong, despite escalating tensions with Donald Trump, who has criticized Merz since the chancellor remarked earlier this week that the US was being “humiliated” by Tehran. Trump has also threatened to withdraw American troops from Germany, a move that could have significant implications for NATO defense systems, as Camille Corcoran reports.

By FRANCE24

King Charles tour latest: Royal arrives in Bermuda after multiple meetings with Trump during US state visit

The king and queen concluded the final day of their historic state visit with a White House goodbye to President Trump and a series of stops in Virginia on Thursday

By Harriette Boucher,Josh Marcus and Shahana Yasmin

What It Would Mean If Disney’s TV Stations Lose Potential License Renewal Case After Kimmel Joke - Forbes

What It Would Mean If Disney’s TV Stations Lose Potential License Renewal Case After Kimmel Joke  Forbes

'King, Queen got me to do what no one else could': Trump removes tariffs on British whisky

In a significant move honoring King Charles III and Queen Camilla's state visit, US President Donald Trump has agreed to lift tariffs on British whisky exports. This decision, announced via Truth Social, aims to revive trade between Scotland and Kentucky, which had been impacted by the 10% levy.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

Meryl Streep Sides With Jimmy Kimmel as Donald Trump Calls for His Firing: ‘You’re Carrying the Banner of Freedom of the Press’

After a roar of applause, Meryl Streep took the stage of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Thursday night alongside its embattled host, during her whirlwind promotional tour for the hotly anticipated sequel “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” “How are you?” Streep asked, clearly referring to President Trump loudly and repeatedly — calling for the host’s firing on […]

By Marlow Stern

Trump lifts tariffs on UK whisky to toast departing King Charles - The Straits Times

Trump lifts tariffs on UK whisky to toast departing King Charles  The Straits Times

Jimmy Kimmel Says President Urging ABC to Fire Him Is a Distraction “From the Trump-Epstein Files”

The late night host pushed back against the president's claims that the network "better" terminate his employment "soon" on Thursday in a feud that started following Kimmel's "expectant widow" joke exactly one week prior.

By McKinley Franklin

Trump calls Hormuz blockade ‘more effective than bombing’ Iran as oil prices peak at $126

US military commanders are set to brief Trump on new plans for Iran. Centcom, which oversees US forces in the Gulf, reportedly has a plan.

Trump To Venture Out Of White House For 1st Time Since Shooting Horror

Trump will travel to Florida on Friday, a stronghold under mounting political pressure and intense scrutiny of his security.

Trump insists Iran would use a nuclear weapon if it had one, praises Epic Fury's military successes

Trump told Newsmax that while Iran's military is heavily damaged, only a guarantee against nuclear development will secure a lasting peace, calling for stronger global action.

Trump's war powers deadline expires Friday as officials cite ceasefire loophole

President Donald Trump faces a critical legal deadline on Friday that could determine the future of US military operations against Iran, even as his administration signals it may rely on a controversial legal interpretation to bypass congressional approval. Under the War Powers Resolution of 1973, a US president must terminate military action within 60 days of notifying Congress unless lawmakers authorise the operation. The Trump administration formally notified Congress on March 2 following ...

By none@none.com (Anwar Iqbal)

Trump looking at loopholes as he faces deadline today to end Iran war – or make the case to Congress for extending it

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Jimmy Kimmel After President’s Latest Call For His Firing: “Trump Has 3 Wars Going On Right Now – Iranians, Ukrainians & Comedians”

It has become a routine — another social media post by President Donald Trump demanding Jimmy Kimmel’s firing is followed by another response by the comedian on his ABC late-night show Jimmy Kimmel Live. In the opening monologue Thursday, Kimmel showed Trump’s post from the morning, “When is ABC Fake News Network firing seriously unfunny […]

By Nellie Andreeva

Britney Spears charged with drink and drug driving

Pop star Britney Spears has been charged with drink and drug driving.

Britney Spears Charged With Driving Under the Influence

Prosecutors in Ventura County, California will offer the pop star a "wet reckless" plea, reserved for people with no DUI history, low blood alcohol level, and where there was no crash or injury.

By Jon Blistein

Iran activates air defences as White House says ceasefire paused Congress deadline

The Tasnim and Fars news agencies reported that air defence systems were activated for around 20 minutes but that the situation had returned to "normal".

Britney Spears formally charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs

Prosecutors said in their statement that Spears could avoid jail time by agreeing to a plea deal.

Pivotal US-Iran war deadline approaches with no end in sight for conflict

Ending the war appears highly unlikely

By Reuters

Britney Spears Charged With Driving Under the Influence of Drugs & Alcohol Following March Arrest

The pop star entered a treatment facility earlier in April.

By Chris Eggertsen

Talks deadlocked: Trump weighs 'options' to force Tehran into a deal - Gulf News

Talks deadlocked: Trump weighs 'options' to force Tehran into a deal  Gulf News

China urges US to preserve ‘stability’ in ties, warns Taiwan is ‘risk point’

China’s foreign minister on Thursday urged the United States to maintain “stability” between the two powers and warned that Taiwan posed the biggest risk, weeks before President Donald Trump visits Beijing. In a call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that Beijing and Washington should “safeguard the hard-won stability” […]

By AFP

Britney Spears Spotted for First Time Since Finishing Rehab, See Pics

Britney Spears is kicking her feet up after going to rehab ... and it looks like she's not taking any chances following her DUI charge. The pop star was spotted Thursday being chauffeured around Westlake Village and Calabasas the day after…

By TMZ Staff

Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline - Arab News

Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline  Arab News

CENTCOM chief briefs Trump on possible 'final blow' against Iran: Fox News

Targets reportedly include Iran's 'remaining military assets, leadership and infrastructure,' according to Fox News

By Reuters

Trump’s Neo-Reagan Doctrine Is Rolling Back Russian Influence Across The World

Trump is pursuing the Reagan strategy of threatening Russia's partnerships. Will that work?

By Yves Smith

Trump Threatens To Pull Some US Troops Out Of Germany While Lambasting 'Ineffective' Merz

Trump Threatens To Pull Some US Troops Out Of Germany While Lambasting 'Ineffective' Merz German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has been a bit on the defensive since his earlier in the week swipe at President Trump over launching the war against Iran. The German leader had told students in a talk that the US is being "humiliated" by Iranian leaders. He had also asserted, "If I had known that it would continue like this for five or six weeks and get progressively worse, I would have t...

By Tyler Durden

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces congressional deadline

Tehran's air defences were activated to counter small aircraft and drones late Thursday, as the White House signalled that it will not be reined in by a congressional deadline on the Iran war. The post Iran activates air defences as Trump faces congressional deadline appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

U.K. whiskey tariffs eased after Trump met with King Charles III - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

U.K. whiskey tariffs eased after Trump met with King Charles III  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Trump pulls Surgeon General pick after nomination stalls

President Donald Trump has pulled his controversial pick to be the U.S. surgeon general, Casey Means, after she failed to win enough votes in the Senate to be confirmed.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

US-Iran war deadline nears with no end in sight for war - Kuwait Times

US-Iran war deadline nears with no end in sight for war  Kuwait Times