Donald Trump makes major World Cup 2026 u-turn US president Donald Trump previously took a hardline view on Iran's national team FourFourTwo · May 1
Donald Trump Confuses Ukraine for Iran in 'Military Gaffe' as 'Budget Spray Tan', Skin Lump Spark Health Panic President Trump's appearance and a foreign policy mix-up overshadowed his retirement savings announcement, sparking online debate and scrutiny during an Oval Office event. International Business Times UK · May 1
Why red states are pushing back on Trump administration’s request for voter data Republican-controlled states cite legal grounds of DoJ’s request, concerns over data security and privacy laws The Guardian - US · May 1
‘That’s bullshit’: Democrats slam Trump’s claims that Iran hostilities ‘have been terminated’ – as it happened This live blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · May 1
Antigua and Barbuda prime minister set to win fourth term in election Gaston Browne is on course to win 15 of the 17 seats in parliament after calling snap election The Guardian - UK · May 1
Donald Trump dismisses idea of wearing bulletproof vest, worries it’d make him look fat I'm sure the Secret Service are thrilled he's confirmed he doesn't wear a vest. We Got This Covered · May 1
Amid rising tensions, ‘friendshoring’ might keep global trade alive The world economy is at a crossroads. International trade is slowing, economic uncertainty is rising, and trade between the US and China – the world’s two largest economies – risks pulling apart. And it is not just trade: the two countries also invest less in each other than they did… The Conversation · May 1
Erika Kirk Slammed as 'Self-Serving' for Fox News Alliance After Husband Charlie's Death Erika Kirk's Fox-backed appearance at the White House Correspondents' Dinner has angered some MAGA allies, reviving questions over Charlie Kirk's fraught history with the network. International Business Times UK · May 1
Troops at polling sites and true cost of Iran war: Key takeaways from Hegseth’s clash in the Senate Secretary again on the defensive as Democratic senators demand answers on Middle East conflict The Independent UK · May 1
MAHA moms learn hard lesson about Trump RFK Jr.’s “wellness” movement is collapsing under its own contradictions Salon · May 1
US withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany after Merz says US ‘humiliated’ by Iran US president says European countries are ‘absolutely horrible’ to refuse to support operations in strait of Hormuz The Guardian - UK · May 1
The ballroom ploy just might work The incident at the WHCD might help Trump get his ballroom built, but it’s not the quick security fix he’s selling Salon · May 1
Digested week: King bites tongue as president indulges his own fantasies While Charles and Camilla were on a three-line whip, MPs watched the excruciating discomfort of civil servants The Guardian - UK · May 1
Iran offers new peace proposal to US but Trump ‘not satisfied’ Tehran reportedly passed proposal to mediators in Pakistan on Thursday night, though its contents are not yet clear The Guardian - UK · May 1
International Business Times UK · May 1 Trump's New Retirement Plan Could Offer Up To $1,000 A Year To Millions of Americans — Who Qualifies US President Donald Trump signed an executive order this week to provide workers without 401(k)s access to private-sector IRAs, with potential federal matching contributions.
The Independent UK · May 1 What to know about the Eurovision Song Contest as it turns 70 with a Vienna extravaganza The Eurovision Song Contest is celebrating its 70th anniversary, with political tensions hanging over the musical extravaganza
Barchart · May 1 S&P Futures Gain on Boost From Earnings June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending up +0.23% this morning, signaling that a rally that drove the benchmark to a record high could have further to run.
Salon · May 1 Hegseth's military machine is in trouble Conservatives are voicing criticisms after Hegseth unceremoniously fired a top military leader
BANG Premier · May 1 President Donald Trump reveals what he really thinks about the royal family President Donald Trump has revealed what he really thinks about members of the royal family following King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the US - sharing his thoughts on the Prince and Princess of Wales as well as Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.
The Guardian - US · May 1 Under the Trump administration, pressure on the press is both subtle and direct Something like the demand by Donald Trump that news organizations publish interviews in full may seem innocuous, but they have serious implications
BANG Premier · May 1 Donald Trump gives cagey response to son being linked to potential Apprentice revival Donald Trump has responded to reports Amazon Prime Video is exploring the idea of rebooting The Apprentice.
The Texas Tribune · May 1 Dan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way. A Trump administration agency has sued other states that sought to regulate Kalshi, Polymarket and other prediction operations under their gambling laws.
The Texas Tribune · May 1 ICE warrants were central to Abbott’s immigration dispute with Texas cities. Here’s how they work. Unlike criminal warrants, ICE administrative warrants don’t require approval from an independent judge. ICE defends the practice, but legal experts say they can have errors and risk wrongful detention.
The Independent UK · May 1 Trump vs Macron: Handshake wars, beautiful sunglasses and the end of Le Bromance It all started with a handshake that left their knuckles white in 2017, Maira Butt reports
The Independent UK · May 1 Iran threatens ‘long and painful strikes’ after Trump briefed on ‘final blow’ options Iran has threatened retaliation if Donald Trump acts on options to reopen the conflict in the Middle East