Trump gives his blessing to Iraq's new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington - AP News

Trump gives his blessing to Iraq's new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington  AP News

Man Charged in Trump Assassination Attempt To Stay in Jail For Now

Cole Tomas Allen’s lawyers said he was in 24-hour lockdown and asked for him to be placed in less restrictive conditions. Allen is due back in court on May 11.

By Campbell Robertson

Man charged with attempting to assassinate Trump to remain in custody

Cole Tomas Allen, 31, allegedly stormed the White House correspondents’ association dinner and is being held as case proceeds The man accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump by rushing the black-tie press gala in Washington DC at the weekend where the US president was a guest, agreed on Thursday to remain in custody while his federal criminal case moves forward. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, 31, was not planning immediately to contest prosecutors’ arguments that he was a danger to ...

By Guardian staff and agency

King Charles visit secures Trump tariff reprieve for Scottish whisky - The Times

King Charles visit secures Trump tariff reprieve for Scottish whisky  The Times

Trumps says Iran can play at World Cup in US after FIFA confirmation

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has said Iran will play their World Cup matches, leading to agreement from US President.

Trump blasts New York Times, CNN for 'seditious' coverage of Iran war

During remarks in the Oval Office, President Donald Tump blasted The New York Times and CNN for their coverage of the Iran war, suggesting it's "seditious."

Trump pulls controversial surgeon general pick and makes third nomination for the role - CNN

Trump pulls controversial surgeon general pick and makes third nomination for the role  CNN

Cole Allen agrees to stay in jail before his Trump assassination attempt trial

Trump criticises Merz, advises him to focus on war in Ukraine instead of Iran

Trump has advised Merz to focus on the war in Ukraine and Germany’s domestic problems rather than Iran.

By Olha Kovalchuk,Oleksandr Shumilin

Man charged with trying to kill Trump agrees to remain in custody

The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a black-tie press gala in Washington agreed on Thursday to remain in custody while his case moves forward. The suspect, Cole Allen, 31, would ‌not immediately contest prosecutors’ arguments that he was a danger to the community and should remain in jail, his lawyer, Tezira Abe, said during a court hearing. Allen allegedly stormed a security checkpoint and fired a shotgun outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on...

By Reuters

Donald Trump gives blessing for Iran to compete at World Cup: ‘If Gianni said it, I’m okay’

Iran’s participation in the finals has been uncertain since the US and Israel launched air strikes on the country on February 28

By Jamie Gardner

FIFA to review ticket strategy for 2030 World Cup

FIFA said Thursday it will review its ticketing strategy for the 2030 World Cup following anger over skyrocketing prices for the 2026 finals in Canada, Mexico and the United States.Asked on Thursday if he was concerned that anger over ticket prices would harm the legacy of the 2026 World Cup, Grafstrom pointed out that revenues from the World Cup -- estimated to generate up to $13 billion -- would be pumped back into football.

Trump to get Nobel Peace Prize in 2026? Panel shortlists 287 names

Over 287 candidates, including Donald Trump, are vying for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Nobel Committee Secretary noted significant renewal among nominees, emphasizing the prize's enduring relevance amidst global conflicts. While nominations are confidential, leaders from Cambodia, Israel, and Pakistan have reportedly put Trump forward, though this doesn't guarantee an endorsement.

By TOI WORLD DESK

Trump says lifting Scottish whisky tariffs to 'honour' King Charles

Scotch whisky from the UK has faced a 10-percent tariff during Trump's second presidency. But the rate was on course to jump later this year.

'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup - The Straits Times

'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup  The Straits Times

Jimmy Kimmel Thinks He May Have Saved Donald and Melania Trump’s Marriage

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By Anthony Maglio

Trump Says Lifting Scottish Whisky Tariffs To 'Honor' King Charles

US President Donald Trump said Thursday he was removing tariffs on Scottish whisky in honor of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla as they...

ABC License Renewals Probe All About DEI, Not Kimmel, FCC Chair Insists Amid Claims Of Political Vengeance; NBC Could Be Next For Review

“This was based on DEI conduct, not speech,” said Federal Communications Commission chair Brendan Carr today as the agency has launched a sudden and suspicious license renewal review of ABC stations after another fracas between Donald Trump and Jimmy Kimmel. “The FCC has rules on the books.” “You can’t discriminate based on race and gender, […]

By Dominic Patten

Will Donald Trump Jr. Host ‘The Apprentice Jr.’?

Amazon reportedly developing competition series' reboot with the president's son in mind as host

By Kory Grow

Trump criticises Germany’s Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump criticised German Chancellor ​Friedrich Merz on Thursday, saying he should focus on trying to end the Russia-Ukraine war and spend “less time on interfering” with the effort to tackle “the Iran nuclear threat”. Trump has been ​sparring with Merz over the war in Iran in recent days. On Tuesday, ​he said […]

'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup

Man charged with attempting to kill Trump at Washington dinner to remain in custody ahead of trial

Cole Thomas Allen did not enter a plea during his brief appearance before US magistrate Moxila Upadhyaya today.

No Victory for You, Mr. Trump: Putin Didn’t Invite Trump to Moscow Military Parade

The official guest list for the May 9 military procession on Red Square has still not been made public.

Iran threatens painful response if US resumes attacks, oil prices seesaw

Any US attack on Iran, even if limited, will usher in 'long and painful strikes' on US regional positions, a senior Revolutionary Guards official says

By Reuters

Donald Trump Won't Wear Bulletproof Vest Because He Doesn't Want to Look Fat

Donald Trump would rather dodge bullets than a bad angle ... 'cause apparently, a few extra pounds is where he draws the line! Hot on the heels of yet another assassination attempt -- allegedly by Cole Tomas Allen this time -- the U.S. President…

By TMZ Staff

Trump congratulates Iraq PM-designate, hails ‘new chapter’ with US - Arab News

Trump congratulates Iraq PM-designate, hails ‘new chapter’ with US  Arab News

Trump criticises Germany's Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran

Germany says it is prepared for possible US troop cuts, stresses importance of transatlantic ties

By Reuters

Trump says 'probably will' pull US troops out of Italy, Spain

President Donald Trump on Thursday said 'probably' when asked whether he would ​consider pulling U.S. troops out of Italy and Spain, a day after announcing that ⁠Washington was loo...

Crude oil rockets to 4-year high as traders price in prolonged Iran blockade - Geo News

Crude oil rockets to 4-year high as traders price in prolonged Iran blockade  Geo News

Playing golf with Trump was not 'extraordinary,' says Finland's President Stubb

President Alexander Stubb has said he does not see the round of golf he played last year with Donald Trump as anything "extraordinary," but spending seven hours with the U.S. president " is never a bad thing."

287 nominations for Nobel Peace Prize

The Norwegian Nobel Institute on Thursday announced that 287 nominations had been submitted for this year's Nobel Peace Prize. The post 287 nominations for Nobel Peace Prize appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Oil price hits highest since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options

Oil prices jumped to their highest level since 2022 after a report that the US military is set to brief President Donald Trump on new plans for potential action in the Iran war.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Trump eyes fresh Iran military strikes as war rages and oil prices soar - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Trump eyes fresh Iran military strikes as war rages and oil prices soar  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka