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Trump’s upgrade of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has become a disaster. Why is it causing so much outrage?

US President Donald Trump loves to regale anyone within range of his decades of experience with real estate and building, his thorough knowledge of steel, concrete, stones, paints, plasters, gold, colours – all the materials that bring buildings, plazas, memorials and parks to purpose and vibrancy.

The Conversation

It’s not easy being green: Trump’s botched reflecting pool becomes 2,028ft metaphor

The symbolic power of a stagnant pond beneath Lincoln’s statue has proven irresistible for the president’s critics

The Guardian - US

Iran refuses UN inspectors access to bombed nuclear facilities

Iran said Tuesday that UN nuclear inspectors would not be allowed to visit key nuclear sites damaged in last year's US-Israeli strikes, contradicting claims by senior US officials, as diplomatic efforts to secure a broader peace agreement and nuclear deal accelerated.

France 24

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Iran won’t allow UN inspectors at bombed nuclear sites

TEHRAN - Iran said on Tuesday that the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog will not be able to inspect key nuclear sites bombed by the US and Israel last year, as the first round of talks to end the Middle East war wrapped up in Switzerland.

Bangkok Post

White House UFC attack plot: Two more arrested as federal probe expands

Authorities have arrested two more people in Missouri and Washington state in connection with a planned attack targeting President Donald Trump’s UFC event at the White House earlier this month

The Independent UK

Ex-Olympian David Hearn Detained for 5 Hours After Touching Reflecting Pool, Trump Claims 'Vandalism'

Former Olympian David Hearn was arrested for allegedly damaging Washington's Reflecting Pool, sparking controversy amid claims of vandalism and scrutiny over the pool's renovation issues.

International Business Times UK

Building a Carving Community Inside Washington State Corrections

A unique totem pole carving program has been established at Cedar Creek Corrections Center in Washington

The Independent UK

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3-year-old boy crushed to death by stone monument in New York rushed to hospital where mum worked as nurse

What began as a family outing at a park in Washington state ended in tragedy when a 3-year-old boy was crushed by a large stone monument that toppled over within seconds, according to a lawsuit filed by his parents.

The Times of India

Who is Chris Butler, the Hare Krishna-linked leader allegedly connected to Tulsi Gabbard?

A Washington Post investigation has thrust a little-known spiritual leader back into the national spotlight, raising fresh questions about the influence Chris Butler may have had on former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard throughout her political career.

Latin Times

This week: Lawmakers feel the summer sweat

The solstice this weekend marked the start of astronomical summer — and in Washington, D.C., that means the legislative clock is ticking. Lawmakers are eager to head home and campaign on a housing bill that’s nearing passage, but progress on several other issues has stalled, and it’s unclear whether a…

Roll Call

US authorises Iranian oil sales until August 21 as part of push for final West Asia truce deal

Washington has granted Iran a 60-day waiver on oil sanctions, permitting the nation to produce, export, and sell its crude until August 21. This move, part of an interim deal to de-escalate tensions, offers significant relief to Iran's energy sector. The decision could boost Iranian oil shipments, potentially alleviating global…

The Economic Times

Alan Greenspan, longtime Fed chief with a divided legacy, dies

WASHINGTON — Alan Greenspan, the longtime United States Federal Reserve (Fed) chief who presided over an unprecedented period of American economic expansion but was later faulted for failing to rein in markets ahead of the 2008 global financial crisis, has died.

Bangkok Post

Iran and US make progress on Hormuz despite Trump's explosive threats

JD Vance said 18 hours of talks in Switzerland had "laid a very good foundation" after both sides agreed a mechanism to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and maintain Lebanon's ceasefire, even as Trump threatened to hit Iran "only harder".

Euronews

Trump says five people arrested as he again blames ‘vandals’ for reflecting pool damage without giving evidence – as it happened

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International Business Times UK

Leaked Scott Bessent Slurs Calling Zelenskyy a 'Special-Needs Child' Spark Cabinet Crisis Ahead of Tuesday Book Launch

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's leaked slurs on Zelenskyy and private comparison of Trump to Soros emerge from new Haberman-Swan book due Tuesday, raising cabinet stability questions.

The Economic Times

China hits back at US sanctions on tech giants, restricts exports to 10 American defense firms

China imposed export controls on 10 US companies involved in defence and rare earths mining in response to Washington's blacklist, and banned public procurement from dozens more firms, Beijing said Monday. China's finance ministry simultaneously announced a ban on agencies involved in public procurement from buying products made by 46…

Bangkok Post

Trump says Reflecting Pool repairs to begin immediately

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump said on Sunday work would begin "immediately" on fixing his beleaguered renovation project of the Reflecting Pool in Washington, which has been blighted with algae and peeling paint.

International Business Times UK

Trump Says $14 Million Reflecting Pool May Be Drained Weeks After Overhaul as Fresh Issues Emerge

Donald Trump faces backlash as the £11.36m Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool renovation fails, leading to algae issues and peeling paint. Calls for investigation into taxpayer waste in Washington.

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The Independent UK

Guerrilla artists declare war on Trump with crocodile Hegseth, vampire Miller and ‘86 47’ projected on DC landmarks

The prank appears to be the work of anti-Trump street artists who posted an online montage of projections on landmarks across the nation’s capital

France 24

What's the state of the Strait?

US and Iranian officials have begun talks in Switzerland, just five days into a 60-day ceasefire agreement that already appears under strain. Tehran claims it has closed the Strait of Hormuz, citing the continued fighting in Lebanon, while Washington says the talks are focused on ending Iran's nuclear weapons ambitions…

Latin Times

Live: Colombia Votes Calmly in a High-Stakes Runoff as Espriella and Cepeda Cast Ballots

Colombia's runoff unfolds calmly: Espriella and Cepeda have voted, polls close at 4 p.m., and only a boat fire disrupted the day.

The Times of India

Swiss talks begin under shadow of Trump tirades

Reports of Iran having closed the Strait of Hormuz again emerged after it accused Israel of continuing attacks in Lebanon in violation of the terms of the MoU. Israel says it is only responding to attacks from Hezbollah. Washington has leaned on Israel to end the attacks to give peace…

International Business Times

Inside Trump's growing anxiety over escalating tensions between Israel and Iran

Donald Trump is reportedly anxious about escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, fearing it could lead the US into war. Despite a peace deal, Israel's defiance complicates the situation.

International Business Times UK

'Madder at Israelis Than Iranians': Donald Trump Reportedly in 'Full Panic' Over Plot to Trick US Into Full-Blown War

Donald Trump is reportedly anxious about escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, fearing it could lead the US into war. Despite a peace deal, Israel's defiance complicates the situation.

Bangkok Post

Colombians vote in presidential runoff

BOGOTá - Colombians began voting in a presidential runoff Sunday, choosing between a hard-right, White House-backed lawyer and a leftist senator to decide the fate of a stumbling peace process and strained ties with Washington.

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