Trump was likely target of shooting at White House Correspondents’ dinner, says US official

White House Dinner Shooting: A Pattern of Threats Against Political Leaders? A shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday, April 25, 2026, has raised serious questions about the escalating security risks facing U.S. Political figures. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were rushed to safety by the Secret Service after … Read more

Trump’s threat to pull troops out of Germany crashes into reality – POLITICO

The Legal Friction of U.S. Military Repositioning in Europe The question of whether the United States can unilaterally scale back its military presence in Germany is not just a matter of political will, but a complex puzzle of legal constraints and legislative leverage. According to Jennifer Kavanagh, director of military analysis at the Defense Priorities … Read more

Trump pulls nomination for surgeon general nominee Casey Means

President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he is nominating radiologist and former Fox News Channel contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier for U.S. Surgeon general. This decision follows the withdrawal of Dr. Casey Means, whose nomination had stalled in the Senate. A New Direction for the Nation’s Doctor Dr. Saphier currently serves as a radiologist and … Read more

Australia in talks over latest US proposal to open Strait of Hormuz

The Evolution of Global Maritime Security and the ‘Maritime Freedom Construct’ The landscape of international shipping security is shifting from broad naval alliances toward more targeted, flexible frameworks. The emergence of the Maritime Freedom Construct (MFC)—a joint initiative by the U.S. State Department and the Pentagon—signals a move toward “post-conflict” stabilization strategies designed to ensure … Read more

Russia to hold Victory Day parade without military equipment

The Shift in Military Pageantry: From Hardware to Personnel For nearly two decades, the sight of tanks and missile systems rumbling through Moscow’s Red Square has been a cornerstone of Russian national identity. However, the recent decision to exclude military equipment from the Victory Day celebrations marks a pivotal shift in how state power is … Read more

US lawmakers clash with Hegseth on Iran war and $25 billion price tag

The Trillion-Dollar Question: The Future of U.S. Defense Spending The recent unveiling of a $1.5 trillion (€1.28 trillion) military budget proposal for 2027 marks a pivotal shift in American fiscal priority. As defense spending reaches record levels, the conversation is shifting from how much the U.S. Is spending to where that money is going and … Read more

China factory activity tops expectations in April — but growth slows as new orders soften

China’s Economic Signals: A Mixed Bag Amidst Trade Tensions China’s economic landscape presents a complex picture, with recent data revealing a divergence between the industrial and service sectors. While manufacturing activity unexpectedly edged higher in April, the non-manufacturing sector contracted, signaling potential headwinds for domestic demand. This comes as the nation prepares for a high-stakes … Read more

King and queen of England visit NYC 9/11 Memorial as part of US trip

NEW YORK (AP) — King Charles III and Queen Camilla concluded a busy first day in New York City on Wednesday, marking the first visit to the city by a reigning British monarch in 16 years. The visit included a solemn tribute to the victims of the September 11th attacks, meetings with schoolchildren and business … Read more

AI is exposing cracks in India’s growth story as it hits high-paying IT jobs

India’s Tech Boom Faces a Reality Check: Will AI Trigger an Employment Crisis? For two decades, India’s information technology (IT) sector has been a cornerstone of its economic growth, fueling consumption and creating a burgeoning middle class. But, the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is now challenging this established model, exposing a critical gap … Read more

Alleged Trump assassin took selfie moments before attack: prosecutors

White House Shooting Suspect Prepared for Attack, Took Selfie with Weapons The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump meticulously prepared for the attack at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, taking a selfie with his arsenal just minutes before attempting to breach security, according to prosecutors. Cole Tomas Allen, 31, allegedly researched the … Read more