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Iran reasserts control over Hormuz Strait as deal with US remains elusive
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Al Jazeera
center127d ago

Iran reasserts control over Hormuz Strait as deal with US remains elusive

Iran's armed forces reasserted control over the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, warning foreign vessels to comply with regulations or face consequences, as a potential deal with the US remained elusive. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth stated the US is capable of restarting conflict if a satisfactory agreement is not reached, while Iran denied a deal had been finalized despite ongoing exchanges.

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White House releases memo describing results of Trump health checkup | Donald Trump
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theguardian.com
left127d ago

White House releases memo describing results of Trump health checkup | Donald Trump

White House releases memo describing results of Trump health checkup | Donald Trump

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US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence, says Hegseth
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BBC Asia
center127d ago

US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence, says Hegseth

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured Asia-Pacific allies of continued US commitment to the region at the Shangri-La Dialogue, despite global obligations like the conflict in Iran. Hegseth urged allies to increase their defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, emphasizing the need for hard power to back international rules and avoid needless confrontation with China.

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Trump in 'excellent health' but should lose weight and exercise more, his doctor says
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BBC US & Canada
center127d ago

Trump in 'excellent health' but should lose weight and exercise more, his doctor says

The White House releases the results of the US president's latest medical examination, which states he is "fully fit" to carry out his duties.

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Human rights lawyer Francesca Albanese on life under US sanctions - podcast
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The Guardian Middle East
left130d ago

Human rights lawyer Francesca Albanese on life under US sanctions - podcast

Human rights lawyer Francesca Albanese, the UN's special rapporteur for Palestine, had sanctions reimposed against her by the US government last week after a brief court-ordered reprieve. The sanctions, initially imposed in July 2023, prevent her from accessing her savings and continuing her lecturing work, which she describes as a "civil death." Albanese discussed the impact of these sanctions, the situation in Gaza, and accusations of antisemitism she has faced.

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US building Ebola quarantine center in Kenya for Americans amid outbreak
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The Guardian Africa
left130d ago

US building Ebola quarantine center in Kenya for Americans amid outbreak

The Trump administration is establishing an Ebola quarantine and treatment center in Kenya for Americans exposed to the virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This facility aims to provide rapid care and quarantine for Americans, bypassing lengthy transport back to the U.S., though experts express ethical concerns about preventing citizens from returning home for treatment.

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Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with cancer
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BBC US & Canada
center130d ago

Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with cancer

Bondi, who was diagnosed shortly after being ousted in April, is also joining the White House's new advisory council on AI.

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UFC fighting cage rises on White House lawn for US and Trump celebrations
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Al Jazeera
center130d ago

UFC fighting cage rises on White House lawn for US and Trump celebrations

The UFC bout at the White House marks the 250th anniversary of the US and President Donald Trump's 80th birthday.

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White House erects UFC cage ahead of US 250th anniversary celebrations
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BBC US & Canada
center131d ago

White House erects UFC cage ahead of US 250th anniversary celebrations

Workers were seen assembling domed arches and a staging area on the South Lawn in preparation for next month's event.

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White House proposes NDAs for all US federal workers
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aljazeera.com
center131d ago

White House proposes NDAs for all US federal workers

White House proposes NDAs for all US federal workers

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White House proposes NDAs for all US federal workers
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Al Jazeera
center131d ago

White House proposes NDAs for all US federal workers

The White House proposed a new guideline requiring all US federal workers to sign non-disclosure agreements to prevent unauthorized disclosures of internal agency information to journalists. This move, announced by the Office of Personnel Management, aims to curb information flow and allows for legal action against violators, though it excludes disclosures of fraud, abuse, or misconduct.

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White House gunman had previous run-ins with Secret Service, court documents show
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BBC US & Canada
center131d ago

White House gunman had previous run-ins with Secret Service, court documents show

Nasire Best, who had prior encounters with the Secret Service including a mental health evaluation and an arrest for unlawful entry, fired shots outside the White House on Saturday evening. Secret Service officers returned fire, killing Best, while a bystander was seriously wounded.

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Trump renews petition for White House ballroom, pointing to nearby shooting
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Al Jazeera
center132d ago

Trump renews petition for White House ballroom, pointing to nearby shooting

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche renewed a petition to lift a court ruling blocking White House ballroom construction, citing a recent shooting near the White House as evidence of urgent security needs. Blanche argued in a court filing that the incident, where a gunman approached a security checkpoint and fired shots, underscores the necessity of a secure facility for the President to perform duties.

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Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House
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BBC US & Canada
center132d ago

Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House

A 21-year-old man, identified as Nasire Best, was killed after exchanging gunfire with Secret Service agents near the White House on Saturday evening. Best reportedly fired a handgun at a security checkpoint before officers returned fire, striking him; a bystander was also wounded in the incident. President Trump was at the White House at the time but was unharmed.

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Trump Tower in Georgia to be built on land part-owned by son of US sanctions-hit leader
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The Guardian Europe
left132d ago

Trump Tower in Georgia to be built on land part-owned by son of US sanctions-hit leader

A Trump Tower planned for Tbilisi, Georgia, will be built on land partially owned by Uta Ivanishvili, son of US-sanctioned Bidzina Ivanishvili, the country's de facto leader. The Trump Organization's joint venture with local developers faces scrutiny due to these ownership links, despite Ivanishvili's son not being under sanctions and exemptions in the US sanctions regime.

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David Miliband: Europe and US need ‘separate bedrooms’ but not divorce
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The Guardian Europe
left133d ago

David Miliband: Europe and US need ‘separate bedrooms’ but not divorce

David Miliband stated that Europe should maintain a "separate bedroom" but not a "divorce" from the US alliance, advocating for European "agency" in economic and military matters. He argued that while the US relationship has been strained, particularly under the Trump administration, a complete break would leave Europe in a precarious position, citing climate policy and digital sovereignty as areas requiring independent European action.

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Gunman shot dead by Secret Service agents near White House: What we know
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Al Jazeera
center133d ago

Gunman shot dead by Secret Service agents near White House: What we know

United States Secret Service agents fatally shot a gunman identified as 21-year-old Nasire Best near a White House checkpoint on Saturday evening after he opened fire on officers. A bystander was wounded in the exchange of gunfire, and the White House was briefly placed on lockdown, though no protectees were impacted.

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US Secret Service fatally shoots gunman who fired at White House checkpoint
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Al Jazeera
center134d ago

US Secret Service fatally shoots gunman who fired at White House checkpoint

A man was fatally shot by US Secret Service officers on Saturday evening near a White House checkpoint after he pulled a weapon from his bag and fired at agents. The incident, which occurred at 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, resulted in a bystander being wounded and prompted a temporary lockdown of the White House. The suspect's identity and motive remain under investigation.

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US Secretary of State kicks off India visit, invites Modi to White House
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Al Jazeera
center134d ago

US Secretary of State kicks off India visit, invites Modi to White House

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a four-day visit to India on Saturday, inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House and aiming to mend ties strained by India's continued purchase of Russian oil amid the US-Israeli war with Iran. Discussions also focused on energy security, deepening trade and defense cooperation, and collaboration on critical technologies, ahead of a Quad meeting.

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White House pauses removal of detainees to DRC as Ebola outbreak widens
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The Guardian Africa
left134d ago

White House pauses removal of detainees to DRC as Ebola outbreak widens

The Trump administration has paused refugee removals to the Democratic Republic of the Congo due to an Ebola outbreak, impacting individuals like Adriana Zapata who was sent to Kinshasa despite medical needs and a judge's order for her return. Experts question the effectiveness of this pause in preventing disease spread and suggest it may be a legal tactic to avoid returning detainees to the US.

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