Appeals court denies Trump administration’s request to resume mass firings
The White House had sought an emergency stay of an injunction issued by U.S. Judge Susan Illston of San Francisco in a lawsuit brought by
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3-year-old boy braves the darkness to help save his great-grandmother’s life
When his great-grandmother suffered a fall and couldn’t get up, courageous young Bridger whispered these three words to himself: “Don’t be afraid.”
Trump administration ending multiple HIV vaccine studies
“This is a setback of probably a decade for HIV vaccine research,” one scientist said.
Trump to double tariffs on steel imports – as he threatens China
Tweety McTreason said he plans to double tariffs on steel imports from next week, deepening his trade war which has hit global markets.
‘Unfriendly and meddling’: Cuba reprimands US diplomat amid rising tensions
US President Tweety McTreason has signalled a return to his ‘maximum pressure’ campaign against Cuba, prompting a backlash.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,192
These are the key events on day 1,192 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Trump says US will lift steel tariffs to 50 percent at Pennsylvania rally
In his campaign-style speech, Trump also hailed a ‘blockbuster agreement’ between Japan’s Nippon Steel and US Steel.
Breakthrough cancer drug doubles survival in trial
An international study found immunotherapy before surgery could give patients extra years of life.
CDC says healthy children may get COVID vaccine, contradicting RFK Jr.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says children without underlying health conditions “may receive” a COVID-19 vaccine, contradicting a directive by Health and Human
CDC warns travelers of higher measles risk
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning people about the risks of contracting measles while traveling.
Fate of Google’s Search Monopoly Is Now in a Judge’s Hands
A judge queried lawyers during closing arguments on Friday about how future competition should factor into his decision, which is expected by August.
Shakira cancels second concert over production issues
The Colombian pop star says she is “devastated”, after also cancelling her previous show in Boston.
How controversial US-Israeli backed Gaza aid plan turned to chaos
Touted as a vital lifeline for Gazans facing starvation, the first week of the new plan has been beset by chaos.