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Outgoing chair Powell delivers defense of Fed independence

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Outgoing US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell on Sunday delivered a staunch defense of the need for the central bank to maintain independence and credibility, as it comes under assault from President Donald Trump.

Bangkok Post

Trump says judge who blocked his ballroom will be responsible for ‘Death and Destruction’ if there is an attack on DC

President Donald Trump railed against the judge while claiming a droneport on the ballroom’s roof will be critical to defend Washington, D.C.

The Independent UK

Matt Brown 'Nude' YouTube Livestream Moments Preceded Tragic Death of 'Alaskan Bush People' Star Found in Washington River

Matt Brown, formerly of 'Alaskan Bush People', was found dead in the Okanogan River, Washington, after a concerning livestream. Substance abuse struggles and family estrangement were well-documented.

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Matt Brown Cause of Death Update: Disturbing Details Emerge on 'Alaskan Bush People' Star After River Body Discovery

Matt Brown of 'Alaskan Bush People' passes away at 42; family and fans mourn the loss of the reality TV star found in a Washington river.

International Business Times UK

Iran says does not trust US as Trump toughens terms

TEHRAN - Iran's chief negotiator warned on Sunday the United States was not to be trusted, saying Tehran would not agree to any deal with Washington unless it fully secured Iranian rights.

Bangkok Post

Trump Calls for Freedom 250 Concert Series to Be Scrapped, Calling Multiple Artists Who Backed Out 'Third Rate'

Donald Trump has called for the cancellation of the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington DC after several artists withdrew, criticising the remaining line-up and suggesting a political rally instead.

International Business Times UK

US chemical tank disasters remain rare despite recent incidents, experts say

Tragedy in Washington and near-miss in California cast in sharp relief the risk of chemical spills and explosions

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I built a startup from scratch and still nearly died because of a broken healthcare system. That's why I'm running for Congress

The American Dream isn't dead — but Washington is working overtime to kill it.

Fortune

Iran slams Washington's attempt to divide Iran and force it to surrender as "false dream"

"In the new phase of the war, the enemy is seeking to create discord and destroy the country's cohesion through economic pressure and media manipulation in order to compensate for its military defeat and force us to surrender; what a false dream!" the Iranian speaker said,

The Economic Times

Chemical accident toll in US facility climbs to 11

On May 26, a tank containing "white liquor"— a chemical solution of sodium hydroxide and sodium sulfide used in making paper pulp—imploded at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility.

International Business Times

Iran says no deal with US unless its rights secured

Iran's chief negotiator says Tehran will not agree to any deal with the United States unless Iranian rights are fully secured. Reports suggest Washington has sent a tougher peace proposal. This could delay an agreement to end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides remain…

The Economic Times

Washington chemical tank accident: Death toll rises to 11 after missing workers found

The death toll from a chemical tank rupture at a Washington paper mill has risen to 11 after all nine missing workers were recovered. The incident occurred Tuesday at Nippon Dynawave Packaging when a tank containing "white liquor" ruptured, leading to a mass casualty response. Investigations into the cause are…

The Times of India

Iran rejects US deal without firm guarantees as Washington warns war could resume

The United States warned it is prepared to restart military action against Iran if necessary as President Donald Trump reiterated that any peace agreement must prevent Tehran from ever developing nuclear weapons. Iran's chief negotiator said Sunday that Tehran would not accept any deal with Washington unless Iranian rights were…

France 24

Pakistan signs $1.2 million US lobbying deal months after Operation Sindoor

Pakistan has hired a Washington-based firm for a multi-million dollar contract. The agreement aims to boost Pakistan's engagement with US lawmakers and policymakers. This move follows Operation Sindoor and comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Pakistan's counterterrorism record. The firm will work to advance Pakistan's diplomatic, economic, and strategic interests in…

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Bangkok Post

Spurs dethrone Thunder to reach NBA Finals against Knicks

WASHINGTON - The San Antonio Spurs, sparked by superstar Victor Wembanyama, advanced to the NBA Finals by dethroning defending champion Oklahoma City 111-103 on Saturday, booking a championship showdown against New York.

The Economic Times

Iran-U.S. war could erupt again, warns Washington as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues. What to expect this week?

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, while attending a defense summit in Singapore, said on Saturday that Washington was "more than capable" of restarting the war if necessary.

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of Tyler Covington: Victim Identified After Deadly Nippon Chemical Tank Collapse in Washington

A devastating industrial disaster at Longview's Nippon Dynawave Packaging paper mill claimed multiple lives, including brothers Tyler and Brad Covington.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk Allegedly Linked to Secret Throuple Arrangement Involving Katie and Stephen Miller

Rumours of Elon Musk's alleged 'throuple' with Katie and Stephen Miller have sparked widespread speculation in Washington DC, though no evidence supports the claims.

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How a chemical tank disaster struck at the heart of a Washington state mill town

A chemical tank failure at a paper mill in Washington state this past week has struck at the heart of a historic mill town

International Business Times UK

Kenya Tells Washington 'Absolutely Not' as Judge Freezes US Ebola Quarantine Facility at Laikipia Air Base

A Kenyan court has suspended a US plan to quarantine Ebola-exposed Americans at a military base, citing constitutional concerns and public health risks, pending a full legal hearing.

The Times of India

Trump suffers twin court setbacks as judges clap back at Kennedy center renaming and IRS deal

TOI Correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump suffered a pair of legal setbacks on Friday, adding to a growing list of court rulings that have frustrated his efforts to reshape federal institutions and advance his MAGA agenda even as he is stuck in a diplomatic dead-end over Iran.

The Times of India

Medical miracle or MAGA marvel? Trump's doc says he has heart of someone 14 years younger

TOI correspondent from Washington: The White House late Friday released a three-page medical memo declaring that US President Donald Trump, who turns 80 on June 14 and is the oldest person ever sworn into the Oval Office, possesses “excellent” cognitive and physical performance and is fully fit to continue as…

International Business Times UK

Flo Rida Humiliated: Rapper Sparks Backlash for Defending Decision to Play at Donald Trump Fair

Flo Rida is facing a fierce backlash after defending his decision to play the Trump-linked Great American State Fair in Washington DC, as fellow artists abandon the bill.

The Economic Times

Israel deepens Lebanon incursion: heritage sites targeted, soldiers wounded

Israel launched strikes across south Lebanon Saturday after ordering evacuations from more than a dozen locations a day after its premier said Israeli forces had pushed even deeper into Lebanese territory. Lebanon's army said a "targeted" Israeli strike wounded two soldiers in the south, just a day after military delegations…

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Huawei chairman thanks the US for export restrictions on chips, says it supercharged China’s semiconductor industry — Washington’s export controls encouraged Chinese firms to invest in R&D and build their own tech stack competing with American tech

Huawei's current Rotating Chairman thanked the United States for its export bans, which boosted the progress of China's semiconductor industry. He made the comment after unveiling the groundbreaking LogicFolding chip architecture, when reporters asked him how the company came up with the idea.

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