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Friday, April 4, 2025

Trump treatment of Columbia puts US universities on edge

Hit by massive funding cuts and a crackdown on student protesters, Columbia University is under fire from US President Donald Trump, putting the world of higher education on tenterhooks.

Trump says he’ll speak with Putin on Tuesday about ending Ukraine war

President Donald Trump confirms he will speak directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin, concentrating on efforts to end the war in Ukraine.

Colombia warns Trump against drug blacklisting

Washington is currently weighing whether to "decertify" Colombia as a partner in the battle against drugs, a move that could restrict millions in US military aid and be a hammer blow to Colombia's reputation.

Vance Sparks Immigration Debate: Are Green Cards Truly Permanent?

US Vice President JD Vance has sparked fresh debate by stating that holding a green card does not grant immigrants the right to stay in the United Sta...

Musk says Starship to depart for Mars at end of 2026

SpaceX founder Elon Musk said Saturday its massive Starship rocket would leave for Mars at the end of 2026 with Tesla humanoid robot Optimus onboard, adding that human landings could follow "as soon as 2029."

Vance hints Biden’s wife ran the US

US President Donald Trump has also repeatedly mocked his predecessor, calling him “Sleepy Joe”

Trump Administration Weighs Sweeping Travel Restrictions, Pakistan Among Countries at Risk

The Trump administration is considering new travel restrictions affecting citizens from 41 countries, with Pakistan among those at risk of partial visa suspensions if deficiencies are not addressed within 60 days. The move is part of Trump's broader immigration crackdown, echoing his first-term travel ban.

American Airlines jet catches fire after landing in Denver

An American Airlines Boeing 737-800 caught fire after landing at Denver International Airport on Thursday, prompting an emergency evacuation.

Federal judge orders reinstatement of thousands of fired federal workers

Judge orders reinstatement of fired federal workers, calling terminations unlawful as Trump administration vows to fight back.

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer calls for ‘fresh eye’ at sex crimes retrial

Weinstein, 72, looked frail as he appeared in a Manhattan courtroom for a hearing ahead of a retrial on legal grounds that follows the overturn of his 2020 convictions.

Trump offers new 51st state deal to Canada

The US president has announced he will double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, reiterating his desire to annex the country

Trump ‘put Zelensky in his place’ – White House

Washington is “very pleased” with the outcome of the talks with Kiev in Saudi Arabia, Karoline Leavitt has said