Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system Donald Trump has a reputation for slashing his taxes using techniques that some experts find aggressive AAP · May 22
Trump self-deals, lies and seems to fall asleep in meetings. The media treats it all as ‘priced in’ As the outrages continue, mainstream outlets just see Trump being Trump The Guardian - US · May 22
Venezuelan makeup artist who was deported to El Salvador seeks asylum in Spain: ‘I feel safe here’ Andry José Hernández Romero was deported from the US to El Salvador’s notorious Cecot prison before he was allowed to return to Venezuela The Guardian - US · May 22
Trey Parker reflects on need to be 'fearless' making South Park now Trey Parker has admitted making South Park amid the Donald Trump administration can be scary and requires the writing team to be "fearless". BANG Premier · May 22
‘I’ll never vote Republican again:’ Latino voters ditch Trump over ICE crackdown Donald Trump made significant inroads with Latino voters during the 2024 elections, securing support that helped propel him to a second term in the White House The Independent UK · May 22
World shares track Wall Street gains and oil prices climb on uncertainty over the Iran war World shares have advanced following modest gains on Wall Street AAP · May 22
New bathroom guidance for trans people ‘the kind of policy you’d see in Trump’s America’, campaigners say The Trans+ Solidarity Alliance claimed the guidance will be a ‘Section 28 moment for this Labour government, defining their legacy on LGBTQ+ rights’ and arguing that it is ‘worryingly similar to a US bathroom ban’ The Independent UK · May 22
Paul McCartney sends off Stephen Colbert as Donald Trump delivers scathing attack on host A bittersweet but fitting farewell for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, as the celebrated talk show host signed off the final episode with special guests, including Sir Paul McCartney. The programme's historic 33-year run has come to an end, with Donald Trump gloating... Euronews · May 22
US arms sales to Taiwan on ‘pause’ due to Iran war, says acting navy chief Hung Cao’s comments are latest blow to Taipei after Donald Trump recently cast doubt over US’s enduring support The Guardian - UK · May 22
Trump cancels AI executive order over China fears US president calls off plan to add safety guardrails amid pressure from Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg The Independent UK · May 22
Donald Trump’s war on baldness ends in defeat, scalp finally waves white flag He fought well, but you can't beat Father Time. We Got This Covered · May 22
Who Is Daniel Tocci? Rioter Sentenced After Failed Trump Pardon Defence and Discovery of 110,000 Illicit Images Daniel Tocci, pardoned by Trump for the Capitol riot, was sentenced to four years for possessing 110,000 child abuse images found during the FBI's Jan 6 search. International Business Times UK · May 22
The Independent UK · May 22 Trump turns screws on Cuba as Rubio warns military action is on the table IN FULL
The Independent UK · May 22 U.S. pauses $14bn Taiwan arms sale just days after Trump’s summit with Xi Jinping in China Taipei says it’s yet to receive formal notice as concerns grow over Washington’s commitment to island’s security
The Economic Times · May 22 Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raul Castro's life since stepping down as Cuba's president Former Cuban President Raul Castro is now facing serious charges from US prosecutors. These accusations relate to a 1996 incident where civilian planes were shot down. This development has intensified existing tensions between the United States and Cuba. Cuba's government has strongly condemned the indictment. Protests are planned in Havana.…
The Independent UK · May 22 Trump threatens new Cuba crackdown as Rubio warns Havana: ‘We’re very serious’ Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump hinted he could be the president who finally takes direct action against Havana after decades of failed threats from Washington
The Independent UK · May 22 Chaotic, underwhelming and Trump-free – Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show went out with a whimper TV: The most popular late night host in America took the high road, and signed off with Paul McCartney, a bonkers wormhole skit and only a handful of winking references to the behind-the-scenes CBS drama that doomed his show, writes Kevin E G Perry
Euronews · May 22 More US troops in Poland - What the country has to say about it The decision by US President Donald Trump to send an extra 5,000 troops to Poland appeared to take both Polish and US authorities by surprise.
The Independent UK · May 22 Trump backs down on Strait of Hormuz threat – raising hopes of Iran peace deal IN FULL