Boost for Trump as US growth revised higher in Q2 The US economy rebounded this spring from a first-quarter downturn caused by fallout from President Donald Trump's trade wars. Euronews · Aug 28, 2025
Russian Attack Kills 17 In Kyiv, Unleashes New International Fury Russian missiles and drones ripped through apartment blocks in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Thursday, killing at least 17 people, including four children, in an attack that President Volodymyr Zelensky said highlighted Moscow's rejection of peace moves. International Business Times · Aug 28, 2025
Russia’s devastating attack on Kyiv proves Trump’s Ukraine peace plans have failed. It is time for Europe to show leadership ANALYSIS: Starmer and EU leaders may express outrage but they need to take more drastic action to help Ukraine beat Putin, writes World Affairs Editor Sam Kiley The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025
Death panels? New Medicare pilot under Trump would require Obamacare-like authorization that GOP demonized Prior authorization is similar to how private insurers operate, often resulting in a delay or denial of treatments The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025
Fed governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over his ‘illegal attempt’ to fire her US president spent months waging campaign against Fed’s leaders, which has raised questions over its independence The Guardian - US · Aug 28, 2025
The Treasury Department wants US banks to monitor for suspected Chinese money laundering networks The Treasury Department wants U.S. financial institutions to monitor for suspected Chinese money laundering networks handling funds that are used to fuel the flood of fentanyl across American communities The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025
How Much Richer Is Trump Than the Entire Population of Texas? While a majority of Texans seem to find their political beliefs in alignment with Trump's, are he and Texas' economy equals? GOBankingRates · Aug 28, 2025
‘Total implosion’: How Trump firing of CDC chief Monarez sparked an exodus At least three high-level officials have resigned in protest against the policies of Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy. Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2025
Are European powers pushing Iran into a corner with UN sanctions threat? France, the United Kingdom and Germany are demanding Iran make tough concessions to avoid coming under more sanctions. Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2025
Microsoft vs. Meta: Which Stock Has Performed Better Since Trump Took Office? Meta and Microsoft have seen ups and downs in Trump's administration. See which tech giant outperformed and why AI and politics shaped their stock performance. GOBankingRates · Aug 28, 2025
US Economy Roars Back With 3.3% Growth, Shrugging Off Trump Tariffs The U.S. economy returned to form in the second quarter, growing at a 3.3% annualized pace —a sharp turnaround from the sluggish first quarter, which saw a 0.5% contraction as businesses scrambled to navigate the return of tariffs under President Donald Trump. Benzinga · Aug 28, 2025
Bihar’s silenced voters, India’s gagged press: The twin threats to Indian democracy The Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, probably expected that his August 18 press conference would settle the controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar and Rahul Gandhi’s “vote chori” charge. He was wrong. This is a story that has refused to die, notwithstanding Trump’s tariffs, or… Newslaundry · Aug 28, 2025
Gavin Newsom Says Trump Wants To Run For a Third Term, Calls Americans To 'Wake Up': 'You Think He's Joking?' California Gov. Gavin Newsom said President Donald Trump intends to perpetuate himself in power, calling Americans to "wake up" about the possibility Latin Times · Aug 28, 2025
Liz Truss backs Trump attacks on Fed and says ‘reckoning’ on way for central banks Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister also critical of Bank of England and European Central Bank The Guardian - UK · Aug 28, 2025
GOBankingRates · Aug 28, 2025 6 End-of-Summer Home Repairs Will Save You Hundreds in the Fall Prep your home for fall and save big with 6 end-of-summer home repairs including HVAC maintenance, gutter cleaning, roof repair and duct sealing.
The Guardian - US · Aug 28, 2025 White House picks Kennedy deputy Jim O’Neill to replace fired CDC chief Deputy health secretary chosen as agency’s interim director after firing of Susan Monarez
The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025 The Latest: White House says CDC director is fired, agency leaders resign The director of the nation’s top public health agency is challenging a White House announcement that she's been fired, and several other top leaders of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have resigned, saying President Donald Trump’s administration is putting politics in the way of keeping Americans safe
Latin Times · Aug 28, 2025 Trump Admin Already Sending Migrants To African Country As Part Of Deportation Agreement The Trump administration deported migrants from third countries to Rwanda in August, the African nation confirmed
Benzinga · Aug 28, 2025 Holiday Shoppers To Brace For Higher Prices, Fewer Choices And Thinner Discounts As Trump's Tariffs Ripple Across US Retail Sector: Report The U.S. retail sector is bracing for potential disruptions in the upcoming holiday shopping season due to the impact of President Donald Trump‘s tariffs on imported goods.
The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025 US economy grows 3.3% in second quarter, government says, in second estimate of April-June growth The U.S. economy rebounded this spring from a first-quarter downturn caused by fallout from President Donald Trump’s trade wars
The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025 The country leading the UK and France in boycotting American goods A recent survey revealed that Canadians are far more likely to boycott American products, services and travel
The Guardian - UK · Aug 28, 2025 At least 23 dead in overnight Kyiv attack as UK and EU summon Russian envoys Missile strikes on Ukrainian capital hit EU and British Council offices in deadliest assault in months
GOBankingRates · Aug 28, 2025 5 Fun Destinations Where You Can Book a Labor Day Vacation Rental for Under $200 Book a last-minute Labor Day trip with vacation rentals under $200 in these five affordable U.S. destinations, from Florida to Michigan.
Euronews · Aug 28, 2025 EU tech chief to 'fight back’ against Trump’s allegations, Commission says Lawmakers express criticism about Henna Virkkunen’s absence regarding the recent US government threats.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 28, 2025 First Thing: Two children killed and 17 injured in Minneapolis Catholic school shooting The shooter fired through church windows during a service. Plus, Gavin Newsom warns that Trump is serious about pursuing a third term