Why has the US issued a ‘terrorism’ travel alert for Mexico? This new alert comes after months of intense pressure from US President Trump over issues like immigration and crime. Al Jazeera · Aug 14, 2025
At least eight killed and 18 injured in latest Russian attacks on Ukraine At least eight people were killed and 18 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine, with strikes on Kherson, Donetsk and Kharkiv. Euronews · Aug 14, 2025
Putin to offer financial incentives to Trump at Ukraine summit Russian leader plans to discuss economic ties, in appeal to Trump’s business instincts, alongside future of Ukraine The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2025
‘I have been fighting with Ukrainian soldiers for two years. Trump and Putin can’t bring peace overnight’ ON THE GROUND: Drew Scott, a former British soldier, joined Ukraine’s International Legion in 2023 and has fought in some of the war’s most vicious battles. As the US and Russian leaders prepare to meet in Alaska, he tells Askold Krushelnycky the mood on the frontline is one of weary… The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025
UK exports to US plummet in wake of Trump tariffs Sales were £2bn lower in three months compared to the same quarter last year, the British Chambers of Commerce warned The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025
Putin ready to make Ukraine deal, Trump says before Alaska summit US president’s comment that Russian and Ukrainian leaders may have to ‘divvy’ things up likely to raise alarm The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2025
3 Companies That Will Profit From Trump's Semiconductor Tariffs With President Trump’s recent announcement of a 100% tariff on imported semiconductors, these three American chipmakers are poised to profit. MarketBeat · Aug 14, 2025
Sheinbaum’s expulsion of criminals is more about placating Trump than keeping Mexico safe Perhaps not coincidentally, the timing of tariff discussions was closely followed by the transfer of wanted criminals The Guardian - US · Aug 14, 2025
The Crypto-Famous Winklevoss Twins Are Betting Big on This 1 Bitcoin Stock The Winklevoss twins have invested in American Bitcoin, a Trump family-backed mining company. Hut 8 holds the majority stake in the venture. Barchart · Aug 14, 2025
I’m a CPA: 4 Ways the Middle Class Can Take Advantage of the Big Beautiful Bill A CPA breaks down 4 smart ways the middle class can benefit from the Big Beautiful Bill—maximize savings, credits and long-term financial wins. GOBankingRates · Aug 14, 2025
What a $100K Salary Looks Like After Taxes in Your State A six-figure salary is a goal for many people. However, even if you have gotten to a place in you're life where you're making a six-figure salary, you might be taking home a lot less after taxes,... GOBankingRates · Aug 14, 2025
4 Big Retirement Changes Under Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is his administration's signature legislation during his second term and includes tax cuts, health insurance cuts, green energy cuts,... GOBankingRates · Aug 14, 2025
Genshitsu Sen, Japanese tea master and former Kamikaze pilot trainee, dies at 102 Genshitsu Sen, a former Kamikaze pilot trainee and grand master of the Japanese tea ceremony, has died at 102 The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025
Al Jazeera · Aug 14, 2025 Russia pounds Ukraine, boosts army as world braces for Putin-Trump talks Ukraine has publicly rejected any land concession deal with Russia, but some reports suggest it may be open to it.
We Got This Covered · Aug 14, 2025 Donald Trump rates his Ukraine meeting a ’10,’ but admits his plan won’t stop Putin from killing civilians What happened to the boisterously confident man who said he would stop it all in a day?
The Guardian - US · Aug 14, 2025 California governor calls for a special election to introduce new US House maps – as it happened Gavin Newsom announces plans to ask voters to approve new congressional maps in response to a redistricting plan by Texas. This blog is now closed.
The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025 Tourists greeted by National Guard patrolling DC landmarks on Thursday morning Donald Trump’s show of force intended to eradicate street crime, which official statistics say is down to a 30-year low
Benzinga · Aug 14, 2025 Scott Bessent Says Nvidia-AMD China Revenue Deal Could Serve As 'Model' For Other Industries Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has praised the 15% revenue-sharing agreement between the U.S. government and chip giants Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:AMD).
The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025 CNN pundit and fitness guru accused of ‘historical revisionism’ by Democrat lawmaker while defending Trump’s Smithsonian overhaul ‘He’s not whitewashing slavery, and you cannot tie Imperialism and racism and slavery to just one race,’ fitness guru Jilian Michaels told CNN
Al Jazeera · Aug 14, 2025 What are H-1B visas and how might the Trump administration change them? Trump plans H-1B visa rule changes, focusing on higher wages, potentially disadvantaging early-career foreign workers.
Barchart · Aug 14, 2025 Stocks Muted Before the Open With Key U.S. PPI Data in Focus September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are down -0.02%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are down -0.08% this morning, taking a breather after recent gains, while investors look ahead to crucial U.S. producer inflation data for insight into how aggressively the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates.
We Got This Covered · Aug 14, 2025 Donald Trump threatens to declare national emergency in DC to get his way if Congress doesn’t serve his will Trump literally threatened to hold a city longer than he's legally supposed to.
Benzinga · Aug 14, 2025 DOE Unveils Fresh $1 Billion Funding To Boost US Critical Minerals The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced plans to issue nearly $1 billion in funding opportunities to scale mining, processing, and manufacturing technologies for critical minerals and materials. This plan follows President Donald Trump’s Unleashing American Energy executive order, aiming to strengthen domestic supply chains essential for energy, defense,…
The Texas Tribune · Aug 14, 2025 Trump vowed to end “wasteful” federal spending. Beloved Texas school programs got caught in the middle. Sweeping and sudden funding changes this year put two revered after-school programs for low-income Texans and a rural teacher training initiative at risk of closure.