Johnson dismisses concerns, calls idea that GOP supports Putin ‘absurd’

Speaker Mike Johnson downplayed concerns after Trump’s tense meeting with Zelensky, calling it “absurd” to suggest Republicans support Putin. Johnson defended Trump and VP Vance, criticizing Zelensky’s stance in the meeting. He argued that Trump was optimistic about a mineral deal benefiting both nations and blamed Zelensky for the failed talks, The Hill has reported. While acknowledging Putin as a U.S. adversary, Johnson emphasized the … Continue reading Johnson dismisses concerns, calls idea that GOP supports Putin ‘absurd’

Trudeau to bring up Trump’s threat to annex Canada in meeting with King Charles

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with King Charles III to discuss U.S. President Trump’s threats to make Canada the 51st state. Trudeau emphasized the importance of defending Canada’s sovereignty and independence. The king has faced criticism in Canada for not commenting on Trump’s threats, sparking debate about his role as the head of state. While the antiroyal movement is small, some Canadians are … Continue reading Trudeau to bring up Trump’s threat to annex Canada in meeting with King Charles

Macron: France and Britain propose one-month truce in Ukraine

France and Britain are proposing a one-month truce in Ukraine, focusing on air and sea, with European troops potentially deployed later in the peace process. French President Macron emphasized no European soldiers would be sent to Ukraine soon, and any peace deal would take weeks of negotiations. He also advocated for European defense spending to rise to 3-3.5% of GDP in response to Trump’s requests. … Continue reading Macron: France and Britain propose one-month truce in Ukraine

Starmer doubles down on ‘boots on the ground, planes in the air’ plan

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reinforced his commitment to supporting Ukraine, including a willingness to deploy troops, as part of a four-point plan. The plan focuses on maintaining military aid, ensuring Ukraine’s sovereignty in peace talks, deterring future Russian invasions, and forming a coalition to defend Ukraine. Starmer also announced £1.6bn in UK export finance for air defense missiles, which will be produced in Belfast, … Continue reading Starmer doubles down on ‘boots on the ground, planes in the air’ plan

Missouri bill would offer $1,000 to help turn in undocumented immigrants

A proposed Missouri bill would make it a felony for undocumented immigrants to be in the state and bar them from voting, obtaining driver’s licenses, or receiving public benefits. Introduced by Senator David Gregory, the bill also creates a bounty hunter program to detain undocumented immigrants and offers citizens $1,000 for reporting individuals leading to an arrest. It establishes a public tip system through email, … Continue reading Missouri bill would offer $1,000 to help turn in undocumented immigrants

FedEx flight catches fire after colliding with bird during takeoff from Newark airport

A FedEx cargo plane from Newark to Indianapolis struck a bird during takeoff Saturday, damaging one of its engines and forcing an emergency landing back at Newark Liberty International Airport. Videos on X showed the Boeing 767’s engine on fire mid-air. The three crew members onboard were unharmed. Witnesses saw debris falling from the plane, and emergency responders were on-site after landing. Aviation experts noted … Continue reading FedEx flight catches fire after colliding with bird during takeoff from Newark airport

Pentagon is sending about 3,000 more active-duty troops to the US-Mexico border

The Pentagon is deploying 3,000 more active-duty troops to the U.S.-Mexico border as part of President Trump’s efforts to curb illegal immigration. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered elements of a Stryker brigade and an aviation battalion for the mission, adding to the 9,200 troops already stationed there. The new forces aim to reinforce border security and territorial integrity. Military presence at the border has been … Continue reading Pentagon is sending about 3,000 more active-duty troops to the US-Mexico border

4 killed, 8 taken to hospitals after fiery I-10 crash west of Phoenix

A fiery multi-vehicle crash on I-10 west of Phoenix left four dead and eight injured, including two in critical condition. The crash, involving cars and tractor-trailers, caused major fires and temporarily shut down eastbound lanes.  Authorities initially reported six fatalities but later revised the count. The cause remains unknown , AZ Central has reported. Eastbound lanes reopened early Sunday after an investigation. Written by B.C. … Continue reading 4 killed, 8 taken to hospitals after fiery I-10 crash west of Phoenix

Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina

Fire crews battled wildfires in North and South Carolina as dry conditions and strong winds fueled the blazes. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency, and evacuations were ordered near Myrtle Beach, where a fire burned 1.9 square miles with no containment. In North Carolina, multiple fires burned over 400 acres, with the largest at Uwharrie National Forest. Residents in Tryon were … Continue reading Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina

US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea after North Korea test-fired missiles

The USS Carl Vinson arrived in South Korea to reinforce the U.S.-South Korea military alliance after North Korea’s recent cruise missile test. This marks the first U.S. aircraft carrier visit to South Korea since June. North Korea, which sees such deployments as threats, has previously responded with missile tests. Meanwhile, Kim Jong Un remains focused on supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine and is unlikely to … Continue reading US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea after North Korea test-fired missiles

Haiti police raid gang leader’s stronghold in capital

Haitian police launched a major operation in a gang-controlled shantytown, killing several gang members in Lower Delmas, Port-au-Prince. The assault targets Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier, leader of the powerful Viv Ansam gang coalition. Reports suggest military drones with explosives are being used. Prime Minister Fils-Aimé praised the newly formed special task force behind the operation. It is unclear if Kenyan police, deployed to combat gangs, are … Continue reading Haiti police raid gang leader’s stronghold in capital

Kurdish militant group PKK declares ceasefire after decades of conflict with Turkey

The Kurdish militant group PKK has declared a ceasefire after its imprisoned leader, Abdullah Ocalan, called on fighters to disarm. The move, seen as a potential political gain for Turkish President Erdoğan, follows years of conflict since the PKK launched its insurgency in the 1980s. Analysts remain skeptical about the ceasefire’s long-term viability, as divisions exist within the PKK and Erdoğan’s government continues to pressure … Continue reading Kurdish militant group PKK declares ceasefire after decades of conflict with Turkey

Pope Francis off mechanical ventilator, has no fever or signs of infection: Vatican

Pope Francis, 88, remains stable in the hospital as he recovers from double pneumonia but continues to receive high-flow oxygen therapy. The Vatican confirmed he no longer requires mechanical ventilation and has no fever or signs of infection. Despite his condition, he attended Mass, met with Vatican officials, and issued a written Sunday blessing, reflecting on frailty, faith, and the absurdity of war. His prognosis … Continue reading Pope Francis off mechanical ventilator, has no fever or signs of infection: Vatican

Norway fuel giant ‘refuses to fill US submarines’ after Trump-Zelensky clash

Norwegian fuel supplier Haltbakk Bunkers has banned fuel sales to all U.S. forces in Norway following Donald Trump’s heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House. The company’s owner, Gunnar Gran, stated that “not a liter” would be provided until Trump is out of office, citing moral concerns over the U.S. administration’s treatment of Ukraine. The ban applies to American vessels at … Continue reading Norway fuel giant ‘refuses to fill US submarines’ after Trump-Zelensky clash

Doug Ford wins Ontario election on back of tariff rallying cry

Doug Ford secured a rare third term as Ontario’s premier, with his Progressive Conservatives winning 43% of the vote. Ford called the election early to strengthen his mandate against Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs, which could heavily impact Ontario’s manufacturing sector. Voter turnout was 42.6%, despite winter storms. Ontario faces major healthcare challenges, with 2.5 million residents lacking primary care. Ford’s campaign included trips to Washington … Continue reading Doug Ford wins Ontario election on back of tariff rallying cry

India and EU agree to conclude a long-pending free trade agreement 

India and the EU have agreed to finalize a long-pending free trade deal by the end of 2024, aiming to strengthen ties in trade, technology, and defense. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized their shared democratic values and strategic partnership. The deal, which would be the largest of its kind, gains urgency amid potential U.S. tariffs on EU … Continue reading India and EU agree to conclude a long-pending free trade agreement 

IRS Now Admits Thief Stole Tax Files of at Least 405,427 Taxpayers

The IRS confirmed that former contractor Charles Littlejohn stole and leaked the tax files of at least 405,427 Americans, making it the largest data theft in IRS history. Initially downplaying the breach, the IRS later admitted the scale after pressure from Rep. Jim Jordan. Despite committing hundreds of thousands of felonies, Littlejohn received only a five-year prison sentence—amounting to less than seven minutes per crime. … Continue reading IRS Now Admits Thief Stole Tax Files of at Least 405,427 Taxpayers

Ocasio-Cortez asks DOJ: Am I under investigation?

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) has asked Attorney General Pam Bondi for clarification on whether the DOJ is being weaponized against her after repeated attacks from Trump’s immigration adviser, Tom Homan. Homan accused her of potentially violating federal law by hosting a “Know Your Rights” webinar for immigrants, suggesting she was helping them evade law enforcement. Ocasio-Cortez defended the event as protected free speech and accused … Continue reading Ocasio-Cortez asks DOJ: Am I under investigation?

Dems start work on Pelosi succession plan

House Democrats are quietly preparing for the possibility that Nancy Pelosi, 84, will step down at the end of her term, with the party’s campaign arm reportedly gathering information on potential successors. While Pelosi has not announced her plans, concerns over her health and leadership strategy have grown. Rumored candidates include her daughter Christine Pelosi, state Sen. Scott Wiener, and former AOC staffer Saikat Chakrabarti. … Continue reading Dems start work on Pelosi succession plan

Trump and Zelensky’s meeting descends into screaming match

Donald Trump clashed with Volodymyr Zelensky in a heated Oval Office meeting, accusing him of being ungrateful for U.S. military aid and demanding he negotiate peace with Russia. The shouting match, which also involved Vice President JD Vance, led Trump to cancel a planned minerals deal and expel Zelensky from the White House. Trump later stated Zelensky could return “when he is ready for peace.” … Continue reading Trump and Zelensky’s meeting descends into screaming match

Pope health ‘suddenly worsens’ in hospital

Pope Francis, 88, suffered a sudden breathing crisis due to bronchospasm while in the hospital, triggering vomiting and respiratory complications. Vatican medical staff acted quickly, using non-invasive ventilation, and he responded well. Despite the scare, he remained alert and continued overseeing Vatican affairs from his hospital room. His condition, caused by a complex infection and pneumonia in both lungs, remains serious but stable. The Vatican … Continue reading Pope health ‘suddenly worsens’ in hospital

Chicago teen charged as serial murderer

Antonio Reyes, 21, has been charged with six counts of murder and four counts of attempted murder for a series of seemingly random attacks in Chicago’s Southwest Side in 2020. Prosecutors say Reyes, then 17, targeted victims with no apparent motive, including children as young as three. He has been in custody since 2021 on a separate murder charge and allegedly tried to kill his … Continue reading Chicago teen charged as serial murderer

FBI withheld ‘thousands of pages’ of Jeffrey Epstein docs, Pam Bondi says

Attorney General Pam Bondi has demanded the FBI release all withheld Jeffrey Epstein investigation files by Friday morning, alleging “thousands of pages” remain undisclosed. A tipster claimed only about 200 pages had been provided, despite prior requests. Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) is drafting the Preventing Epstein Documentation Obliteration Act (PEDO Act) to prevent the destruction of Epstein-related records. Whistleblowers suggest FBI agents may be erasing files, the … Continue reading FBI withheld ‘thousands of pages’ of Jeffrey Epstein docs, Pam Bondi says

Gene Hackman, wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were dead for some time, warrant shows

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home, along with one of their dogs. A maintenance worker discovered their bodies on Wednesday. Authorities found no signs of foul play, carbon monoxide poisoning, or a gas leak, though they deemed the deaths “suspicious enough” for further investigation. Hackman was found in the entryway, … Continue reading Gene Hackman, wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were dead for some time, warrant shows

Woman accused of locking boyfriend in storage unit for days

A North Carolina woman, Robin Deaton, 52, has been charged with attempted murder and kidnapping after allegedly locking her boyfriend in a storage unit for five days without food or water. The 51-year-old victim managed to find his phone and call 911 for help on Monday. Police described the storage unit as packed with items, making it difficult to move. The man, dehydrated but otherwise … Continue reading Woman accused of locking boyfriend in storage unit for days