Kennedy Center executive says dropping Trump’s name could cause ‘irreparable harm’ IN FULL The Independent UK · May 27
From Iran deal ultimatum to Ebola preparedness: Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s cabinet meeting US President Donald Trump on Wednesday held an expansive Cabinet meeting at the White House, addressing issues ranging from ongoing negotiations with Iran and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz to Ebola preparedness, immigration detention protests and domestic anti-fraud initiatives. The Times of India · May 27
Who Is The District Court Judge Who Was Privately Reprimanded For Having Loud Sex In Her Chambers With A Law Enforcement Officer From Her District? The clues in the memorandum point to a specific judge. Reason · May 27
Trump says he has been invited to watch the Knicks play in the NBA Finals President Donald Trump says he plans to take in an NBA Finals game in New York when the series comes to Madison Square Garden next month The Independent UK · May 27
Jill Biden Reveals She Thought Joe Biden Was Having a Stroke During 2024 Debate Former first lady Jill Biden says she feared her husband, former President Joe Biden, was suffering a stroke during his 2024 debate performance against President Donald Trump. International Business Times · May 27
Trump warns Iran to make a deal or 'we'll finish the job' Speaking at a White House cabinet meeting on Wednesday, the US president said he was unsatisfied with Tehran's offers and in no rush, even as the White House dismissed an Iranian state television report of a draft agreement as a "complete fabrication". Euronews · May 27
Morning Mail: NDIS cuts to remove 241,000 participants, Trump accuses Iran of stalling, Blues win Origin classic New modelling shows extent of government cuts over four-year period; NSW recover from 20-0 down to win with last-minute try The Guardian - AU · May 27
Trump appears to threaten to 'blow up' ally Oman WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - President Donald Trump on Wednesday appeared to threaten to attack US ally Oman if it sides with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Bangkok Post · May 27
CBS officially fires 60 Minutes reporter who went scorched earth on Bari Weiss early in the week: report Sharyn Alfonsi’s contract expired over the weekend, making her an at-will employee until she was fired, according to a report The Independent UK · May 27
Trump threatens to ‘blow up’ US ally Oman amid talks over strait of Hormuz US president calls on US ally to ‘behave … or else we’ll have to blow them up’ in casual aside during cabinet meeting The Guardian - US · May 27
Is Trump Starting Another War? POTUS Warns Oman to 'Behave' Or 'We'll Have to Blow Them Up' Donald Trump sparked backlash after warning Oman to 'behave' amid Iran Strait of Hormuz talks, prompting critics to question whether he is escalating toward conflict. International Business Times UK · May 27
Does Reporting Bad News About the Iran War Make You a Foreign Agent? The Trump administration invokes the notoriously vague FARA to threaten a critic. Reason · May 27
The White House Builds UFC Stage, And Everyone Has The Same Joke The White House is turning into a UFC stadium and everyone online had the same joke about the sorry state of affairs. For those unaware, UFC Freedom 250 is coming on June 14. And, they’re holding this random event at The White House. The Donald Trump administration has cozied up… The Mary Sue · May 27
Carney says Canada will buy European surveillance planes over two American options Canada plans to buy early warning radar planes from Sweden's Saab and Canada's Bombardier, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Wednesday AAP · May 27
Evening Standard · May 27 Trump says he did not launch strikes against Iran ‘to get a crummy agreement’ The president also warned Oman to ‘behave’ over the Strait of Hormuz or the US ‘will have to blow them up’.
The Independent UK · May 27 Kennedy Center official tells judge that removing Trump’s name would make them go broke in new court filing If Trump’s name is removed, a ‘vital fundraising connection will be severed,’ the center’s chief executive argued
Reason · May 27 Ken Paxton's Primary Victory Shows How Trump's Grudges Undermine His Party's Interests The president's last-minute endorsement of Paxton was driven by his petty grievances against incumbent Sen. John Cornyn, who was clearly the safer bet to retain the seat.
The Independent UK · May 27 Knicks deny Vivek Ramaswamy as he tries to campaign during Cavaliers playoff blowout: report The Republican Trump ally was mocked online for the alleged snub
The Conversation · May 27 How Iran uses billboards as wartime propaganda – we selected 5 to explain what they mean Since the US–Israel war against Iran began in late February, images of giant billboards in Tehran have been ubiquitous across traditional and social media. These billboards have been placed in some of the busiest and most visible parts of the city, and are constantly being updated to reflect current events.
Reason · May 27 Trump's Trade War Caused a $15 Billion Decline in U.S. Farm Sales to China Though some of their products may have been redirected elsewhere, American farmers are likely eating most of the losses.
France 24 · May 27 Where does Europe's far right turn? Populists look to distance themselves from Trump If the first thing Europeans think of when they fill up at the pump is Donald Trump's decision to attack Iran, it's little wonder that previously pro-MAGA populists are quietly distancing themselves from the president of the United States. In fact, Trump actively campaigning for Peter Magyar's rival actually helped…
The Independent UK · May 27 Voices: The true cost of Donald Trump’s Iran war is finally coming home to Britain THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: More must be done to help hard-up families and the squeezed middle about to be hit by a tsunami of rising energy, mortgage and food costs – but most of all this country must simply brace for pain
The Economic Times · May 27 Fed's Cook says she is prepared to raise rates if inflation doesn't ease Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook signaled support for keeping US interest rates steady, citing mixed economic risks from tariffs, the Iran war, and rising AI investment. She warned inflation is trending higher due to energy costs and wage pressures but said the labor market remains stable with no immediate need…
International Business Times UK · May 27 'You Want $3 Gas Again?': Why 2032 Is the Earliest Drivers Can Expect Relief at the Pump as Prices Stay Trapped The US-Israel conflict with Iran has severely disrupted global energy markets, delaying petrol price recovery until at least 2032, with significant impacts on American households and the global economy.
The Independent UK · May 27 Trump threatens US ally to ‘behave’ over Strait of Hormuz dispute IN FULL