SCOTUS allowed Trump’s mile high bribe As they say, a fish rots from the head (of the judicial branch) Salon · May 19, 2025
How did Biden’s doctors miss his condition? ‘While [I] definitely agree that Biden’s declining mental acuity was covered up, it is medically reckless to assume his prostate cancer was as well,’ stated North Carolina Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. The Independent UK · May 19, 2025
Trump-Putin call: Could it lead to a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire? The US president says only Putin and he can stitch together a truce. Their call on Monday will test that theory. Al Jazeera · May 19, 2025
Shifting sands: Who can the Middle East turn to after USAID funding cuts? As USAID moves its regional bureau to Cairo, Euronews asks how the Trump administration’s gutting of humanitarian — but not military — assistance to Egypt and Jordan could affect the region’s stability, and open it up to other powers. Euronews · May 19, 2025
What to expect from the Putin-Trump phone call to end Ukraine war ‘bloodbath’ The phone call between the US and Russian leaders closely follows Moscow launching its largest drone strike against Ukraine and warnings of a ballistic missile test The Independent UK · May 19, 2025
The Christian right rebrands as "MAHA" Christian conservatives know they have a branding problem with women Salon · May 19, 2025
Republicans are raiding childcare funding – to push women out of the workforce The right wants American women to bear more children and withdraw from full participation in society The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025
‘He gave us a sense of pride’: Rev Al Sharpton on Malcolm X’s 100th birthday Veteran activist reflects on Malcolm’s legacy and decades of progress now rolled back by Trump and ‘white supremacy on steroids’ The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025
US health groups vow to fight GOP cuts to Medicaid and Obamacare Cuts worth $880bn could leave 13 million Americans without insurance in proposal that has divided Republicans The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025
January 6 officer calls Trump ‘petty’ for Republican refusal to hang Capitol plaque Michael Fanone slams Mike Johnson and Republicans for long delaying congressionally approved officer tribute The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025
First Thing: Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer, office says The former president’s family is reviewing treatment options. Plus, record number of attacks on healthcare workers in 2024 The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2025
‘An awful monster’: It’s safe to say Joe Biden’s cancer hasn’t changed the left’s mind about him Looks like he'll always be "Genocide Joe" for some. We Got This Covered · May 19, 2025
Stocks Set to Open Sharply Lower After U.S. Credit Rating Downgrade, Retail Earnings and Economic Data Awaited June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are down -1.22%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are down -1.59% this morning as sentiment took a hit after rating agency Moody’s downgraded the United States’ credit rating. Barchart · May 19, 2025
Did Joe Biden's Team Hide His Decline From the American People? What Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's Book Uncovers According to the book, some top officials were left wondering whether Biden was truly the one making calls, or whether his aides were subtly steering outcomes. International Business Times UK · May 19, 2025
International Business Times · May 19, 2025 Ryanair Annual Profit Drops 16% As Fares Fall Irish no-frills carrier Ryanair on Monday said net profit fell 16 percent in its financial year as it cut ticket prices to boost passenger numbers.
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 South Korean candidates go head-to-head in first fiery presidential debate Lee and Kim clash over foreign policy, economic revival, and US tariffs ahead of 3 June vote
International Business Times UK · May 19, 2025 Joe Biden's Aggressive Cancer Update: What Treatment Options Are Still Available? According to reports, the diagnosis was made after Biden sought medical attention for urinary symptoms.
The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025 At least 50 Venezuelans sent to El Salvador prison entered US legally, report finds – as it happened Libertarian thinktank says ‘dozens of legal immigrants were stripped of their status and imprisoned in El Salvador’
International Business Times · May 19, 2025 Trump Tariffs Force EU To Cut 2025 Eurozone Growth Forecast The EU on Monday sharply cut its eurozone economic growth forecast for 2025 because of global trade tensions sparked by US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Latin Times · May 19, 2025 Cartel Violence Expert Says Recent Indictments Against Cartel Members Won't Curb Fentanyl Flow Into U.S. Everard Meade said that past arrests, killings or indictments of cartel leaders show that such actions rarely bring long-term change
Al Jazeera · May 19, 2025 China’s industrial output, retail sales dip amid US trade tensions Despite slowdown, data points to reliance of Chinese economy in the face of Donald Trump’s tariffs.
The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025 Workers at top US consumer watchdog sound warning as Trump bids to gut agency Staff tell Guardian ripped-off Americans will have ‘nowhere to turn’ if Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is undone
International Business Times UK · May 19, 2025 US Embassy India's Visa Warning Advisory Sparks Panic: 30-Day Rule Breach Could Mean Jail or Deportation The US Embassy advised those facing delays to contact the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) promptly to extend stays legally, avoiding penalties.
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 Trump targets Beyonce, Bono and ‘The Boss’ in social media rants against celebrities who backed Kamala Harris Donald Trump’s diatribe comes just days after Bruce Springsteen told an audience that he believed the current US administration was ‘corrupt, incompetent and treasonous’
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 Ryanair to raise prices as it seeks return to profit growth The budget airline saw profits after tax fall 16% in 2024-25 following a 7% cut in fares.