Top Russian security official dismisses Trump’s ‘playing with fire’ warning to Putin – as it happened This liveblog is now closed The Guardian - US · May 27, 2025
‘Ample evidence’ Russia preparing fresh offensive despite talk of ceasefire, claims Zelensky Russia’s foreign ministry says it is working on a peace proposal to be sent to Ukraine, but Kyiv suggests Moscow is simultaneously planning a major new offensive The Independent UK · May 27, 2025
‘A decrepit corpse’: Trump slams dying Biden, hints at arrests for treason "This is TREASON at the Highest Level!" We Got This Covered · May 27, 2025
The US Is Losing Money In The Tourism Sector Because Nobody Wants To Come Here Anymore "I wouldn't go with a free ticket." Bored Panda · May 27, 2025
Price War Hero: How Ross Is Shielding Shoppers From Trump's Tariffs Ross Stores battles Trump's tariffs with new store layouts and smart stocking to keep deals flowing. Will it win shoppers back? International Business Times UK · May 27, 2025
Ramaphosa in Washington: can South Africa - US ties be saved? As relations between South Africa and the US hit their lowest point since apartheid’s end, President Cyril Ramaphosa heads to Washington to mend fences after years of frosty ties and dwindling aid under Trump-era policies. In this week's Spotlight on Africa we unpack what’s at stake - and what was… Radio France Internationale · May 27, 2025
I went on holiday in Kentucky’s Trump towns – here’s why I think you should too As detainments and deportations cause many travellers to turn away from America, Annabel Grossman journeyed deep into the heart of Trump country to discover if tourism could be an unexpected force to heal The Independent UK · May 27, 2025
Macron Gives Vietnamese Students A Lesson In 'Impulsive' Superpowers Between jabs at Donald Trump's US trade tariffs and criticism of Beijing's assertiveness in the South China Sea, French President Emmanuel Macron warned Vietnamese students Tuesday that "on the impulse of a superpower, everything can change". International Business Times · May 27, 2025
Trump FDA chief says diabetics need cooking classes, not insulin Enjoy your feet while you got 'em! We Got This Covered · May 27, 2025
CBS anchor Scott Pelley tears into Trump in fiery commencement speech Scott Pelley warns graduates that journalism, universities and freedom of speech are ‘under attack’ from new administration in impassioned address The Independent UK · May 27, 2025
Trump is going to get 'punched in the face' by markets if he pushes through spending bill without a plan for national debt and tariffs, says Wharton professor Republicans argue that growth is the best way to rebalance America’s books, but economists fear that tax cuts may be the final nail in the coffin for national debt. Fortune · May 27, 2025
ASEAN kicks off summits with China, Gulf states amid US tariff threat Southeast Asian regional bloc holds its first-ever three-way summit with China and six Gulf countries. Al Jazeera · May 27, 2025
Investor confidence in the UK soars on impressive rebound from 'awful April' London stock market and pound rise after economy performed better than expected Evening Standard · May 27, 2025
Macron champions 'rules-based order' as France courts Vietnam Amid rising US-China rivalry in Southeast Asia, French President Emmanuel Macron has pitched France as a stable, rules-driven partner with economic clout and diplomatic balance during his visit to Vietnam. Radio France Internationale · May 27, 2025
Al Jazeera · May 27, 2025 ‘Attack on country’s soul’: Indian MPs target Pakistan on global trips India blames Pakistan for the April attack that killed 26 people and brought the neighbours to the brink of war.
We Got This Covered · May 27, 2025 ‘What a great investment that would be for the USA!’: Trump threatens to redirect $3B from Harvard to trade schools "So badly needed."
We Got This Covered · May 27, 2025 ‘Life or death’: Republicans see ‘best shot in 20 years’ to win, but it all depends on Kamala Harris "We need some balance here."
We Got This Covered · May 27, 2025 ‘Try not to talk nonsense’: Iran’s Supreme Leader dismisses Trump deal chances as negotiators claim progress Iran offers nuclear compromise while Supreme Leader rejects Trump talks.
The Independent UK · May 27, 2025 Chinese-owned Volvo announces 3,000 job cuts Volvo boss says the automotive industry ‘is in the middle of a challenging period’
The Guardian - UK · May 27, 2025 IMF lifts UK growth forecast for 2025; markets welcome US delay to EU 50% tariffs – as it happened Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as IMF releases latest healthcheck on UK economy
Evening Standard · May 27, 2025 King Charles to open Canada's parliament amid tensions with Trump Commentators will be looking for any veiled references to US President Donald Trump when the King delivers his speech
International Business Times UK · May 27, 2025 EU In Panic Mode? Trump's Tariff Ultimatum Forces Fast-Track Trade Talks Trump's 50% tariff ultimatum has the EU racing to negotiate by 9 July 2025. Home Depot's bold strategy to shield shoppers from price hikes sets it apart.
International Business Times · May 27, 2025 King Charles To Give Historic Speech To Canada Parliament Amid US Tensions King Charles III is to deliver a historic speech to open Canada's parliament on Tuesday, with the nation, of which he is head of state, facing unprecedented threats from US President Donald Trump.
The Independent UK · May 27, 2025 North Korea says Donald Trump’s Golden Dome plan threatens ‘outer space nuclear war’ North Korea says Trump’s $175bn missile defence plan represents ‘the height of self-righteousness’
The Guardian - UK · May 27, 2025 Tuesday briefing: Trump’s statements about Putin have changed. Will his actions catch up? In today’s newsletter: As the US president becomes more disillusioned with Vladimir Putin, a look at how his stance towards the Russian leader is – and isn’t – shifting