Trump calls media members ‘dummies’ and ‘stupid’ a day after his Oval Office tirade Trump has continuously berated journalists, particularly women, for asking questions about controversial moves made by his administration The Independent UK · Oct 21
Pete Hegseth signs off testing for new military weapon other American officials passed on Heat rays cause a tingling sensation on skin that creates an ‘instinctive and irresistible urge to run from the effect,’ the military said in a memo The Independent UK · Oct 21
Trump polling continues to reach new lows just two weeks ahead of midterms ‘I mean this is a five-alarm Trumpster fire,’ CNN’s chief data analyst said when reacting to a new poll this week The Independent UK · Oct 21
Ilhan Omar Seeks Cash to Fight Trump After DC Home Raid as President Says She Could Face Jail Ilhan Omar has urged supporters to donate after federal agents searched her Washington, DC home, as Donald Trump said she could face prison if allegations were substantiated. International Business Times UK · Oct 21
US may test a military heat ray at the Mexico border. How the ‘pain beam’ works and why it raises questions The Pentagon has authorized a temporary transfer of the Active Denial System to the Department of Homeland Security. This technology, known as a heat ray, is designed to disperse crowds without physical contact. Officials have yet to determine the specific testing locations or methods for its use. Previous military assessments… The Economic Times · Oct 21
Trump vs the press: The president has a long history of attacks on the media from personal abuse to billion dollar lawsuits The president has complained about ‘fake news’ ever since he first ran for high office in 2015. Joe Sommerlad reports on Trump’s second term attacks on the Fourth Estate The Independent UK · Oct 21
‘All he’s doing is hurting Republicans’: Some strategists beg Trump to stay in White House and not campaign President Donald Trump’s presence in the field not universally popular, with some GOP operatives wishing he would keep a lower profile this midterms cycle The Independent UK · Oct 21
Jan. 6 Election Deniers Are Back on the Ballot From California to Florida, Republicans who backed Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election are running for office. Capital & Main · Oct 21
America's $1 trillion annual interest bill is growing as national debt surges, so why isn't the US facing a debt crisis like France? The United States continues to finance its national debt more effectively compared to France. While both countries face rising borrowing costs, the US dollar's global status provides crucial advantages. Increased federal interest costs are currently impacting public funding for services in America. France's debt challenges are worsened by political divisions… The Economic Times · Oct 21
Why the most dangerous AI may be the one we trust too much Machines don’t have to become superintelligent to cause catastrophic harm. As artificial intelligence spreads through military decision-making, they just have to be wrong – and trusted by the humans in charge. The Conversation · Oct 21
Democrats Look Beyond a House Victory: Why a Senate Takeover Remains a Tougher Fight The Democratic Party is seeking to gain control of both chambers of Congress, capitalizing on Trump's low approval numbers. International Business Times · Oct 21
Putin-Witkoff Meeting: US envoy pushes Ukraine peace; jailed American freed Vladimir Putin met with US special envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss potential solutions to the Ukraine conflict. Witkoff presented proposals aimed at reviving negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing the need for trilateral talks. During the meeting, they addressed the release of Stephen Hubbard, an American prisoner in Russia, and… The Times of India · Oct 21
Trump Administration's CNN Press Ban: Why Is the Network Being Blocked From Air Force One? CNN has warned the Trump administration it may seek further court action after journalists were repeatedly excluded from Air Force One assignments despite a ruling restoring the network's White House credentials. International Business Times UK · Oct 21
The Independent UK · Oct 21 White House aides anticipating Trump all-out ‘rampage’ if Dems victorious in midterms: report West Wing embroiled in ‘toxic mix of jockeying for power and preemptive finger-pointing’ ahead of widely anticipated election defeat, administration insiders claim
The Independent UK · Oct 20 Trump’s tumbling poll numbers leave CNN data guru stunned ‘I mean this is a five-alarm Trumpster fire, that’s what we’re talking about,” CNN Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten said
International Business Times · Oct 20 Russian Satellite's Rare Approach to an Spacecraft Has Experts Questioning Whether it Was an Intimidation Tactic The Russian satellite's purpose remains unknown, and the observations do not establish that it attempted an attack or disrupted the other spacecraft.
The Guardian - US · Oct 20 Republicans push back on Donald Trump’s wavering support for Ukraine GOP lawmakers threaten to pull support for president’s agenda after Russia diesel deal and sanctions pause
The Economic Times · Oct 20 Vivek Ramaswamy is taking a different approach in Ohio’s governor race as voters question his tax plans, data centre policies and vision for the state Vivek Ramaswamy is focusing on local issues as he campaigns for Ohio governor after his presidential run. His proposed property tax reductions are raising questions about funding and service impacts in communities. Ramaswamy's campaign is also addressing concerns about data centers and their local effects. Despite Trump's endorsement, the election…
The Economic Times · Oct 20 Who is Kim Jong Un’s sister Kim Yo Jong? The most powerful woman in North Korea who is said to have taken over from her brother Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, reportedly the most powerful woman in North Korea was claimed to have taken over from her brother following his alleged death. North Korean state media has since released photos of Kim attending a public event.
The Independent UK · Oct 19 Trump was about to unload on a reporter. Then she uttered 8 words that calmed him The president is known for going after female reporters like CNN’s Kaitlan Collins, complaining that she doesn’t smile during her White House coverage
Evening Standard · Oct 19 Christiane Amanpour announces she is leaving CNN after 43 years In a statement, Christiane Amanpour said: `I’ve decided to separate from CNN, my partner of 43 fantastic years – longer than many marriages.’
The Independent UK · Oct 19 Longtime CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour leaving network after a storied career of 43 years Christiane Amanpour will be leaving CNN after 43 years
The Guardian - US · Oct 19 Christiane Amanpour announces she’s leaving CNN after 43 years Anchor’s departure not thought to be linked to company’s recent acquisition by David Ellison’s Skydance Media