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Donald Trump promises death penalty for murder cases in Washington, DC

The Republican leader had pledged to ‘restore’ the death penalty upon returning to the White House for a second term.

Al Jazeera · Aug 26, 2025

US Revokes Visa Of Brazil Justice Minister In Bolsonaro Row

Brazil said on Tuesday that the United States had revoked the US visa of the country's justice minister, the latest official to be punished by Washington over the coup trial of former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro.

International Business Times · Aug 26, 2025

Gambling logos and ads are seen every 13 seconds during big games - and some sports are worse than others

Sports betting is legal in 39 states and Washington, D.C.

The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025

How Trump’s 'deportation campaign' is reshaping ties with Africa

Some African nations are striking deals to take in migrants deported from the United States. Others are refusing. The split shows how Trump’s policy is reshaping Washington’s ties with the continent – and raises the question of whether these agreements are made for financial gain or under pressure.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 26, 2025

Temu Resumes Direct China-US Shipping, Increases Ad Spend Following Trump Trade Truce That Cuts Chinese Tariffs

Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) rival bargain ecommerce platform Temu has resumed direct shipments from Chinese factories to U.S. consumers and boosted advertising spending after a trade truce between Washington and Beijing reduced tariff pressures.

Benzinga · Aug 26, 2025

Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs On China, Beijing Reportedly Rushes Top Trade Negotiator To Washington

President Donald Trump has warned of a potential tariff hike on Chinese rare-earth magnets, a move that could jeopardize the ongoing trade truce between the U.S. and China.

Benzinga · Aug 26, 2025

Hillary Clinton Says Her 2024 Warning Of Troops Patrolling Streets Has Come True In Trump 2.0: 'I Wish I'd Been Wrong'

Former United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is warning that her prediction of a militarized America under President Donald Trump's second term has come true as National Guard troops patrol U.S. cities under the president's new "law and order" push.

Benzinga · Aug 26, 2025

Indian Readies For Punishing US Tariffs

Indian exports to the United States will face some of the highest tariffs in the world this week, barring a last-minute reversal from President Donald Trump.

International Business Times · Aug 26, 2025

Trump Says Discrimination Against American Tech Giants 'Must End' Now: Warns China And EU, 'Show Respect…Or Consider The Consequences'

President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Europe's Digital Services Act, threatening tariffs and possibly unprecedented sanctions against EU officials over what Washington calls discriminatory tech regulations.

Benzinga · Aug 26, 2025

FBI bushwhacks in Washington forest for traces of Travis Decker, wanted in deaths of 3 daughters

The FBI is conducting an intensive two-day search for clues to the whereabouts of Travis Decker near the Washington state campground where his three young daughters were found dead in early June

The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025