Fresh US sanctions against Russia a ‘potential game-changer’, says Miliband The goal of the legislation is to ramp up economic pressure on Moscow, but will depend on enforcement by the White House. Evening Standard · Sep 17
Over Half a Million Medicare Enrollees Join $50 GLP-1 Bridge, Pointing to Strong Demand Among Older Adults More than 500,000 Medicare enrollees signed up for the $50 GLP-1 Bridge in two months what it means for eligibility, costs, and coverage after 2027. Medical Daily · Sep 17
Kennedy tells anti-vaccine activists they have a friend in Trump's White House Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists from an organization he once chaired that they have a friend in the White House The Independent UK · Sep 17
The Latest: Federal judge orders Kennedy Center to provide 30 days' notice of any building changes A federal judge has ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days’ notice before making any major physical changes to the building, including demolishing it — as President Donald Trump has threatened The Independent UK · Sep 17
RFK Jr promises anti-vaxxers a ‘friend at the White House’ amid deadly measles outbreak The US health secretary added that he would’ve made sweeping changes ‘on day one’ but he had to follow the law The Guardian - US · Sep 17
Tucker Carlson Claims Trump 'Directly' Ordered Epstein Files Cover-up After Urging Him To Release the Records Tucker Carlson has accused Donald Trump of personally ordering a cover-up of Jeffrey Epstein records, saying the president gave him the instruction directly. The White House has not disputed the account. International Business Times UK · Sep 17
DOGE bros have a new role — making an AI-powered site for Trump that handles basic government services Some Trump administration officials reportedly hope that America.gov will help boost Republican congressional candidates in the midterm elections The Independent UK · Sep 17
Wife of US scholar detained in China asks Trump to raise case with Xi during White House meet A US scholar who was invited to China for an academic event and later detained on national security charges has become the subject of a direct appeal to US President Donald Trump ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Times of India · Sep 17
Trump just explained why an AI agency cannot work. He is right AI companies already have internal safety systems. What they need is independent standard-setting and auditing—not a White House-controlled regulator. Fortune · Sep 17
White House withdraws nomination of ex-state trooper Lance Schroyer to head ICE Critics had criticized administration for nominating Schroyer, who has no formal experience working in ICE The Guardian - US · Sep 17
Zara Larsson Slams Donald Trump's White House for Using Her Song in Ice Arrest Video: 'Losers' Zara Larsson has criticised the White House for using her song 'Midnight Sun' in a video showing ICE arrests, calling the footage dehumanising and politically divisive. International Business Times UK · Sep 17
Zara Larsson Calls Trump White House 'Losers' After Song Is Used in ICE Video Zara Larsson condemns a White House ICE video that uses 'Midnight Sun,' calling the clip dehumanising and objecting to the message attached to her music in the immigration-enforcement post. International Business Times UK · Sep 17
Trump's Bruised Hand Reappears in North Carolina After White House Previously Blamed Aspirin Donald Trump was photographed with fresh bruising on his left hand in North Carolina after the White House linked earlier marks to aspirin use. International Business Times UK · Sep 17
Major White House AI Split Reportedly Emerges as Senior Aides Raise Concerns Over Trump's Approach A reported split within the Trump administration over AI oversight has widened, with senior officials urging greater scrutiny while the president and technology executives oppose additional barriers to development. International Business Times UK · Sep 17
The Times of India · Sep 17 From Natalie Harp to a mysterious object in space: 5 strange US stories you may have missed From an obscure White House aide suddenly becoming a national obsession to a mysterious kidney disease appearing among Texas farm workers, the first half of September has produced a peculiar collection of American stories. Some are political, some deeply cultural and some almost absurd on the surface.
We Got This Covered · Sep 17 Tucker Carlson claims the order to cover up the Epstein files came ‘directly’ from Trump. But the White House says Trump was ‘exonerated’ He reportedly compared the Epstein files backlash to Russiagate
The Independent UK · Sep 17 Justin Gaethje reacts to serious Ilia Topuria allegation as rival confirms UFC return Gaethje handed Topuria his first loss when they clashed in a title fight at the White House in June
Euronews · Sep 17 Trump threatens EU with trade cut over 'hostile' proposal to make Canada associate member European Commission chief Ursula Von der Leyen pitched the idea of associate membership for Ottawa during her annual State of the Union speech on Wednesday, with Canadian PM Mark Carney in attendance.
The Economic Times · Sep 17 Trump calls Fed board ‘very political’ and ‘doing the wrong thing’ after first rate hike in 3 years Trump has renewed pressure on the Federal Reserve, demanding rates of 1% or lower shortly after the central bank raised its benchmark rate to 3.75%-4% to tackle persistent inflation. The move has put Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, Trump’s own appointee, in the spotlight, as Warsh defended the hike and warned…
The Economic Times · Sep 17 US-Canada trade war heats up: Trump signs memo to exclude Canadian products from federal procurement US President Donald Trump has directed his administration to identify and remove Canadian-origin goods from the US federal civil procurement system, escalating a broader trade dispute with Ottawa. The White House said Canada had disadvantaged US companies in government procurement, while the latest move adds purchasing restrictions to existing tariffs…
The Economic Times · Sep 17 Trump-Xi summit: Tariffs, trade imbalance and rare earths loom over US-China talks US President Donald Trump will host Chinese President Xi Jinping next week at the White House. Tariffs, trade imbalances, and technology competition will dominate their important discussions. Both nations have lowered tariffs, but a complex system still affects imports significantly. Despite trade friction, bilateral trade has continued to grow between…
The Economic Times · Sep 17 EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, as Ottawa seeks closer ties with Europe amid deteriorating relations with the United States. The proposed partnership would expand cooperation beyond trade into defence, technology, energy, critical minerals, AI, cybersecurity and economic security.
Bored Panda · Sep 16 White House Finally Responds To Viral Image Appearing To Show Trump Kissing His Assistant Natalie Harp “This is AI-generated, unless of course, Natalie has 6 fingers on her right hand from birth,” wrote one user.
International Business Times UK · Sep 16 'Inflation Is Too High': Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Fires Warning as Rates Jump and Borrowing Costs Rise The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 3.75–4%, citing persistent inflation and signalling higher borrowing costs for households and businesses.
The Independent UK · Sep 16 Tucker Carlson claims Trump gave direct order for Epstein files ‘cover up’ Trump’s former ally says the president sought to prevent the release of the Epstein files before Congress passed a law to publish them