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California Governor Gavin Newsom is weighing a 2028 presidential run after the 2026 midterm elections. The Democratic leader said he wants to focus on state priorities before making any formal decision about a White House bid. In a recent interview, Newsom discussed his plans for redistricting in California. He emphasized fair representation and maintaining voter trust. “Our goal is to make sure every Californian has a voice,” he said. The governor indicated that these state-focused initiatives will guide his approach to national politics. Newsom has been a strong critic of former President Donald Trump. He cited his opposition to Trump’s…
Massive destruction across the Gaza Strip has made it nearly impossible for Hamas to locate and recover Israeli hostages’ bodies buried under rubble. An Egyptian convoy carrying bulldozers and excavators entered Gaza on Saturday to assist recovery operations. Under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, Israel agreed to return 15 Palestinian prisoners’ bodies for every Israeli hostage’s body. Israel has returned 195 Palestinian corpses, while Hamas has handed over 18 Israeli remains. Earlier this month, Hamas released all 20 living Israeli hostages. U.S. President Donald Trump said he is “watching very closely” to ensure the exchange happens within 48 hours. He posted on…
The US and China have reached a final agreement on the sale of TikTok’s US operations, treasury secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Sunday. Speaking on CBS’s Face the Nation, Bessent said the deal was completed in Madrid and will be formally approved when Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in South Korea later this week. Valued at $14 billion, the deal gives US and international investors about 65% ownership of TikTok’s American business, while ByteDance and Chinese investors will retain less than 20%. Oversight of the app’s algorithm will move to the new US-based board. The agreement follows years of political…
Talks Lead to Temporary Trade Truce Senior negotiators from the United States and China have agreed to a preliminary deal aimed at preventing the introduction of 100 percent tariffs on Chinese imports. The agreement, reached during meetings in Kuala Lumpur, involves a suspension of the proposed tariffs by Washington and a delay in China’s planned restrictions on rare earth exports. The framework will be presented to Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping for final approval during their upcoming summit in South Korea. Key Elements of the Agreement Under the tentative framework, China will resume large-scale purchases of U.S. agricultural goods,…
Brandon Stanton, the creator of “Humans of New York,” is back with a new project that shines a light on the lives of New Yorkers. Known for his ability to capture the city’s humanity through personal stories, Stanton continues to celebrate the diversity and resilience of the people who call New York home. His latest work explores everyday moments that reveal the city’s spirit. Stanton interviews residents from all walks of life, from street vendors to artists, students to retirees. Each story offers a glimpse into their struggles, joys, and dreams. Stanton’s approach is simple but powerful. He listens deeply,…
US President Donald Trump has announced higher tariffs on Canadian goods after Ontario aired an anti-tariff advertisement featuring former US President Ronald Reagan. Trump denounced the advert as a “fraud” and accused Canadian officials of failing to remove it before the World Series baseball championship. “Because of their serious misrepresentation of the facts, and hostile act, I am increasing the Tariff on Canada by 10% over and above what they are paying now,” he wrote on social media on Saturday. Trade tensions between US and Canada escalate Trump’s announcement followed his withdrawal from trade talks with Canada on Thursday, further…
The Louvre transferred parts of its jewellery collection to the Bank of France vaults on Friday after last week’s high-profile theft. French radio network RTL reported that police escorted the operation discreetly to ensure maximum security. Officials moved several pieces, including the “Crown Jewels” from the Apollo Gallery and other gems from different museum sections. The transfer followed growing public concern over the museum’s safety protocols. The Bank of France’s vault, located 27 metres underground beneath its Paris headquarters, holds nearly 90% of the nation’s gold reserves. Thieves Execute Bold Robbery in Broad Daylight Last week, multiple thieves stormed the…
The Co-op has instructed store staff to increase the promotion and visibility of vape products in a bid to recover lost sales following a major cyber-attack that disrupted operations earlier this year. An internal document titled Powering Up: Focus Sprint: Cigs, Tobacco and Vape, seen by The Guardian, outlines the retailer’s strategy to regain roughly £1m in weekly sales and 100,000 lost transactions caused by the April cyber incident. The report states that many customers have formed new shopping habits, buying cigarettes and vapes elsewhere. The initiative includes new vape displays, expanded product ranges, and additional in-store advertising, marking a…
Voters Head to the Polls in New York City Early voting has started in New York City, marking the beginning of a closely watched mayoral contest. Polling sites opened on October 25 and will remain active until November 2. The race features Democrat Zohran Mamdani, Republican Curtis Sliwa, and former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is running as an independent after current Mayor Eric Adams withdrew from the race and endorsed him. New Jersey Kicks Off Early Gubernatorial Voting Across the Hudson, New Jersey voters are also casting ballots early in a competitive race to replace outgoing Governor Phil Murphy. The…
Carrier Move and MissionThe Pentagon announced Friday it will deploy an aircraft carrier to waters off South America.Secretary of War Pete Hegseth ordered the USS Gerald R. Ford and its strike group to deploy.Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the move will boost detection, monitoring, and disruption capacities.The USS Ford currently operates in the Mediterranean Sea with five destroyers in its group.Officials called the deployment a major escalation amid a large military buildup near Venezuela. Recent Strikes and AllegationsHegseth announced the military conducted its tenth strike on a suspected drug-running vessel hours earlier.That strike killed six people and raised the operation’s…