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‘Your Countries Are Going To Hell’: Trump Lectures World Leaders During UN Address
President Donald Trump used his United Nations stage to scold allies, slam the UN’s relevance and taunt delegates, telling them, “Your countries are going to hell,” as he veered off script and ran well past his allotted time. Speaking at the General Assembly on Tuesday, Sept. 23 in Manhattan, Trump repeatedly questioned the institution’s value and cast himself as a fixer where diplomats failed. “What is the purpose of the United Nations?” he asked, deriding what he called “strongly worded letters” and “empty words.” He added, “It’s sad I had to do these things instead of the United Nations …
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21 Countries On State Department ‘Do Not Travel’ List: Here's Rundown
When it comes to international travel, some destinations are firmly off-limits for Americans right now. The US State Department has issued its most serious alert — Level 4: Do Not Travel — for 21 countries worldwide. The latest advisory list, updated Wednesday, Sept. 17, reflects severe risks from armed conflict, crime, terrorism, and political instability. Officials stress that conditions can shift quickly, and advisories are updated as local situations evolve. The 21 countries under Level 4 warnings are: Afghanistan Belarus Burkina Faso Burma (Myanmar) Central African Republic (C…
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Leo XIV Concerned About 'Some Things' In US, Pope Says In First Major Interview
In his first major interview as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV said he won't be involved in US partisan politics, but will advocate for causes important to the Catholic Church, like immigrants' rights. Leo spoke with Crux, an online newspaper that focuses on the Catholic Church. The final excerpt from the wide-ranging interview was published on Thursday, Sept. 18. Crux senior correspondent Elise Ann Allen interviewed the pope for a new biography titled "Leo XIV: Citizen of the World, Missionary of the XXI Century." A Spanish version of the book launched in Peru, where L…
Sports
Syracuse Women's Basketball Star Tiana Mangakahia Dies At 30 After Cancer Battle
Tiana Mangakahia, a former star for the Syracuse Orange women's basketball team who played pro overseas, died at 30 following a lengthy battle with cancer, her family confirmed. Mangakahia, who was diagnosed with cancer in 2019, underwent chemotherapy, a double mastectomy, and reconstructive surgery before passing away on Thursday, Sept. 11. Last week, Mangakahia said that her health had taken a negative turn, the cancer had progressed, and "it's now affecting me in ways that are hard to put into words," she wrote on Instagram. View this post on Instagram …
Politics
Trump Posts 'Here We Go!' After Russian Drones Shot Down In NATO Member Poland
Donald Trump warned “Here we go!” after NATO member Poland said it shot down multiple Russian drones that violated its airspace. On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the president posted on his Truth Social platform: “What’s with Russia violating Poland’s airspace with drones? Here we go!” He is expected to speak soon with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, who visited the White House last week, according to people familiar with the planning. Polish officials said early Wednesday they downed several Russian drones that crossed into Poland during an assault on Ukraine. The incident prompted a NATO s…
Politics
Appellate Court Throws Out Trump's $500M+ Fine For Inflating Wealth, Property Values
A New York appellate court struck down the half-billion-dollar penalty imposed on President Donald Trump and his company for lying about his wealth and inflating property values. The state supreme court's Appellate Division, First Judicial Department, overturned the roughly $527 million fine known as "disgorgement" on Thursday, Aug. 21. The appellate court justices were split on whether New York Attorney General Letitia James proved The Trump Organization committed fraud, but the majority said the fine was "excessive" and unconstitutional. James can appeal the decision to New…
Politics
Trump Says He’s At 'Bottom Of The Totem Pole’ To Get Into Heaven In New Interview
In a candid moment on live television, President Donald Trump joked that brokering peace between Russia and Ukraine might be his ticket to heaven, because, by his own admission, he's “not doing well” on that front. Trump called into Fox & Friends on Tuesday morning, Aug. 19, the day after a White House meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and seven top European leaders. The call centered on how the US might help bring an end to the bloody conflict, now stretching into its third year since Russia’s 2022 invasion. “I just want to end it. I want to end it, you know, …
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Craft Store Owner, New England Dad From Convicted In Russian Smuggling Plot: DOJ
Two suburban husbands — one from New Jersey, the other from New Hampshire — lived comfortable family lives while secretly helping Russia obtain U.S.-made technology and sniper ammunition, federal prosecutors announced on Tuesday, Aug. 19. Vadim Yermolenko, 43, of Upper Saddle River, NJ, a dual U.S. and Russian citizen, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for his role in the illicit network, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York. His co-defendant, Alexey Brayman, 38, of Merrimack, NH, an Israeli citizen born in Ukraine, pleaded guilty and is awaiting se…
Politics
Trump Vows To Ban Mail-In Ballots, Voting Machines In 2026
President Donald Trump is reaffirming his commitment to combat mail-in voting, pledging to spearhead a nationwide initiative to prohibit mail-in ballots and voting machines, even in the absence of evidence substantiating his allegations of widespread fraud. In a fiery post on his Truth Social platform Monday, Aug. 18, Trump announced plans to spearhead a “movement” to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines across the United States. Trump, who has repeatedly questioned the integrity of mail-in voting since his 2020 election loss, claimed — without evidence — that these methods a…
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'Plastics Crisis' Costs $1.5T Annually, Study Says: 'World Cannot Recycle Its Way Out'
Researchers are warning about a "global plastics crisis" that's costing about $1.5 trillion a year in deaths and medical issues. The estimate comes from a new study published in The Lancet medical journal on Sunday, Aug. 3. Plastic production is projected to triple by 2060, and less than 10% is ever recycled. Plastics are made from fossil fuels and contain more than 16,000 chemicals. Around 8,000 megatons are polluting Earth's environment, including the most remote places on the planet. Chemicals and microplastics have been found in the brains and other body parts of humans, along with lan…
Politics
Trump Orders Nuclear Subs Closer To Russia After Escalating War Of Words
President Donald Trump has ordered two US nuclear submarines to move closer to Russia, signaling a sharp escalation in the standoff over the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump’s announcement, made Friday, Aug. 1 on Truth Social, comes in response to what he called “highly provocative statements” from Russian officials. While the exact locations of the submarines remain classified, Trump said they would be stationed in “appropriate regions” to underscore the seriousness of recent threats and the potential consequences of further escalation. The move follows a heated exchange between Trump …
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Tsunami Alerts Issued For US West Coast, Hawaii, Japan After 8.8 Quake Near Russia
A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered widespread tsunami alerts across the Pacific, including the entire U.S. West Coast, late Tuesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake struck at 7:24 p.m. local time about 315 miles southwest of Bering Island, at a depth of 46 miles, and is among the top six strongest ever recorded, USGS officials confirmed. It was the strongest quake worldwide since the devastating 2011 Tohoku disaster in Japan. Tsunami Warnings And Evacuations The National Weather Service issued a tsunami watch for the West Coast, …
Politics
'Bizarre': Obama Responds After Trump Accuses Him Of 'Treason'
Former President Barack Obama is pushing back after the current chief executive, Donald Trump, accused him of “treason” in connection with the 2016 election. “These bizarre allegations are ridiculous and a weak attempt at distraction,” an Obama spokesman said Tuesday, July 22, in response to Trump’s latest claims. The spokesperson stated that although they typically wouldn’t "dignify the constant nonsense" from Trump with a response, the allegations are “outrageous enough to warrant a reply.” The statement comes days after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released a re…
Sports
NY Jets Owner Buys Large Stake In Cup-Winning English Soccer Club
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson has purchased a different kind of football team. Johnson has agreed to buy the largest stake in Crystal Palace FC, the English Premier League club announced on Monday, June 23. The 78-year-old is set to acquire the stake previously held by John Textor, an American businessman and former executive chair of FuboTV. ESPN reported the 190 million British pound deal ($254 million) gives Johnson a 43% stake in the South London-based team that beat Manchester City to win the 2024-25 FA Cup, England's most prestigious domestic knockout competition. "Whilst the com…
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Trump Responds After Ex-Russian President Suggests Countries Could Supply Iran Nuclear Warheads
President Donald Trump has issued a fiery response after a top Russian official reportedly floated the possibility of supplying Iran with nuclear warheads — a move that would dramatically escalate tensions already roiling the Middle East. In a post on Truth Social, Trump called out former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, referencing comments by Medvedev in which he said other countries may provide the warheads. “Did I hear Former President Medvedev, from Russia, casually throwing around the ‘N word’ (Nuclear!), and saying that he and other Countries would supply Nuclear Warheads to Iran?”…
Politics
Trump Warns Iran: One Strike And It's Over
President Donald Trump has not ruled out the US getting involved in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran in the Middle East, reports say. His warning? One strike and it's over. The president took to Truth Social and did not mince his words: "If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before," he posted on Truth Social. "However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict!!!" Trump told ABC that while the United States is not inv…
Politics
Trump’s $45M Birthday Bash Could Cause Nightmare In Damages: Reports
President Donald Trump's planned military parade in the nation's capital was already expected to be expensive — now officials are reportedly warning the price tag could climb even higher. Already saddled with an estimated $45 million cost, Trump's joint birthday celebration-turned-Army parade honoring the branch's 250th anniversary is raising concerns. Some are warning it could have unexpected repercussions, including causing millions in damage to DC streets that will cost taxpayer dollars. The cost to repair streets damaged by the planned parade on Saturday, June 14 may top $16 mill…
Business
Hackers Infect 394K+ Computers, Microsoft Disrupts 'Most Popular Infostealer': What To Know
A global cybercrime tool used to steal passwords and drain bank accounts was shut down in a major takedown led by Microsoft and federal authorities. The tool called Lumma Stealer had infected more than 394,000 Windows computers worldwide between March and May, Microsoft said in a blog post on Wednesday, May 21. Hackers used the malware to target schools, hospitals, banks, and gaming communities, often holding victims for ransom or committing financial fraud. A federal court order allowed Microsoft's digital crimes unit to seize more than 2,300 web domains that powered the malware's ope…
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'Never Again War!': Pope Leo XIV Issues Powerful Plea In Historic First Address
In his first Sunday address as head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV urged world leaders to end all global conflicts, describing them as a “third world war in pieces.” Speaking to tens of thousands outside St. Peter’s Basilica on Sunday, May 11, the first U.S.-born pope delivered his message in fluent Italian, calling for an end to violence and a renewed global effort of care. It echoed remarks made by his predecessor before his death last month. “Let us take up the invitation that Pope Francis left us in his message for today: the invitation to welcome and accompany young people,…
Politics
'What President Talks Like That?' Biden Blasts Trump In First Interview After Leaving Office
In his first interview since leaving office, former President Joe Biden criticized President Trump at length. Biden described Trump's actions regarding the Russia-Ukraine war as "modern-day appeasement," saying it's foolish to think Russian President Vladimir Putin would stop if Ukraine cedes territory. "Anybody that thinks he's going to stop is just foolish," Biden told BBC. Biden expressed concern about the potential breakdown of US-Europe relations under Trump's leadership, stating it "would change the modern history of the world." He emphasized the importance of NATO…
Business
Jim Cramer Fears ‘Black Monday’ As Markets Tumble After Trump's Tariff Rollout
It was a brutal week for investors, who lost nearly $7 trillion after President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on nearly every country, and CNBC's Jim Cramer warned that the pain may not be over. The "Mad Money" host said he fears stock prices may continue to fall on Monday, April 7, adding that investors could be facing a repeat of one of the market’s worst days. Related: Mexico And Canada Promise More Tariffs Coming For US If the president doesn’t try to reach out and reward these countries and companies that play by the rules, then the 1987 scenario ... the one where we went …
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Seen Her? Woman Behind Alleged $4B Ponzi-Style Scheme Among FBI's Top 10 Most Wanted
She promised the next Bitcoin. What investors got instead was a $4 billion black hole—and a fugitive who hasn’t been seen since 2017. Ruja Ignatova, the woman once known as the “Cryptoqueen,” remains one of the world’s most elusive fugitives and is currently on the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted list. The founder of the fraudulent cryptocurrency OneCoin, Ignatova is accused of orchestrating a massive Ponzi-style scheme that duped investors around the globe out of billions. Authorities say the scam began in 2014, when Ignatova launched OneCoin Ltd., a Bulgaria-based company that marketed itself…
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New Update: Vehicle Of 4 US Army Soldiers Presumed Dead Found Submerged In Water
This story has been updated. The armored vehicle of four US Army soldiers feared dead after going missing during a tactical training exercise in Lithuania has been found submerged in a body water. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told reporters Wednesday afternoon, March 26, in Poland that the four had died, but that there were no details yet surrounding the circumstances. The vehicle they were operating was an M88 Hercules armored recovery vehicle. The Lithuanian Defense Minister called the search-and-rescue operation "very complicated," saying that, "It will definitely take some time."…
Police & Fire
Most Americans Say Trump Is Too Close To Russia, Erratic On Economy: Poll Results
A majority of Americans believe President Donald Trump is "too closely aligned" with Russia and is handling the US economy in an erratic manner, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The two-day poll, completed Wednesday, March 12, found that 56 percent of respondents — including 89 percent of Democrats and 27 percent of Republicans —agreed that Trump was too close to Moscow. In contrast, 40 percent disagreed, and four percent did not answer the question. Trump has dramatically shifted US foreign policy since starting his second term in January, including publicly berating Ukrainian…
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Skater Breaks Down Honoring Parents Lost In DC Plane Crash: 'Mom, Dad I Love You'
Maxim Naumov poured his soul into the ice. The 23-year-old figure skater channeled his grief into a performance honoring the two people who had shaped his life—his parents. Son of Evgenia “Zhenya” Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, both world champion skaters in Russia, took center stage at DC’s "Legacy on Ice" event, a tribute to the 67 lives lost in the January plane crash over the Potomac River. He performed to one of his late-parents' favorite songs, according to NBC, and fell to his knees at the end of his routine, overwhelmed with emotion. The emotional Naumov was given a st…
Politics
JD Vance Accuses Zelenskyy Of 'Campaigning For The Opposition' In Fiery Oval Office Clash
In a dramatic Oval Office confrontation on February 28, 2025, President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance lambasted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, accusing him of disrespecting the United States. The tension escalated when Vance referenced Zelenskyy's September 2024 visit to Pennsylvania, suggesting it was a politically charged move that undermined U.S. support for Ukraine. Contentious Meeting in Washington, D.C. The meeting, intended to discuss ongoing U.S. support for Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia, quickly turned confrontational. President Trump and Vice Presiden…
Politics
Hostile Oval Office Meeting Turns Into Shouting Match Between Ukraine President, Trump, Vance
In an unprecedented and explosive televised confrontation, President Trump and Vice President JD Vance loudly berated Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a meeting at the Oval Office which resulted in the cancellation of a planned agreement between the two nations. The exchange early Friday afternoon, Feb. 28 marked a dramatic departure from traditional diplomatic decorum between the United States and foreign leaders. During the heated exchange, Trump and Vance criticized Zelenskyy for what they perceived as a lack of gratitude for US support in Ukraine’s three-year-old war with…
Politics
Trump Strikes Deal With Ukraine For Rare Earth Minerals
The Trump Administration has successfully negotiated an agreement with Ukraine regarding the development of the nation’s rare earth mineral resources. The move is anticipated to strengthen diplomatic ties and pave the way for a long-term US security commitment amid Ukraine’s ongoing, three-year-old war with Russia. It's also seen as a form of reimbursement for the hundreds of billions of dollars of assistance and weapons the United States has provided to Ukraine. This significant development was initially reported by Ukrainska Pravda and the Financial Times late Tuesday afternoo…
Politics
Another American Hostage To Be Freed Following Teacher's Return From Russia, US Envoy Says
One day after Pennsylvania teacher Marc Fogel returned home from Russian imprisonment, another American hostage is expected to be freed, President Trump’s special envoy for hostages, Adam Boehler, told Fox News. The unnamed hostage is expected to be released on Wednesday, Feb. 12, Boehler, an Albany native and UPenn graduate, said during an interview with Sean Hannity on Tuesday evening, Feb. 11. “It’s another in a stream of hostages. It’ll be unilateral as well. And I can’t release [the person’s name] until the person’s released, obviously it could endanger the hostage release and that I c…
Politics
American Teacher Marc Fogel Returns Home After Release From Russian Prison
Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania teacher detained in Russia since 2021, is back in the United States following a negotiated exchange facilitated by President Donald J. Trump and his administration, officials announced on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Fogel, who had been serving a 14-year sentence for possessing medical marijuana prescribed for chronic pain, was freed after diplomatic efforts led by Trump and his Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. His return follows years of advocacy from his family and lawmakers across the political spectrum. Fogel, Family Express Gratitude In his first public remarks since return…
Politics
American Teacher Marc Fogel Freed From Russia In Prisoner Exchange
A Pennsylvania teacher is finally free after years in a Russian prison, following a high-stakes diplomatic deal brokered at the highest levels of the U.S. government. Marc Fogel, who had been detained in Russia since 2021, is back on American soil after President Donald J. Trump and his Special Envoy Steve Witkoff orchestrated a negotiated exchange. Fogel, a former teacher at the Anglo-American School in Moscow, was serving a 14-year sentence for possessing medical marijuana prescribed for chronic pain. Witkoff left Russian airspace with Fogel earlier on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, as part of…
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