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Eric Adams abandons re-election bid for New York mayor
Adams, who became mayor of the largest US city in 2022 as a Democrat, has become a divisive figure due to his legal issues and his cooperation with Trump.
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Trump orders deployment of troops to Portland and authorises 'full force'
The announcement drew pushback from Democratic lawmakers, who said there was no need for federal troops to be deployed to the city.
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Trump vows to block Netanyahu from annexing West Bank
Calls for annexation have intensified within Netanyahu’s coalition, with far-right allies urging Israel to take full control of the West Bank to prevent growing international recognition of a Palestinian state.
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Trump unveils new tariffs on drugs, trucks, and cabinets to shield US manufacturers
Under the new measures, imported branded drugs will face a 100% tariff unless the producing company is building a manufacturing facility in the United States.
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UNGA: Trump slams Europe, UN, and global institutions
For almost an hour, Trump praised the United States, himself, and his achievements, claiming that the nation was enjoying a golden age and repeating his disputed assertion that he had personally ended seven wars, a feat he said warranted a Nobel Peace Prize.
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Trump says Ukraine can reclaim all territory in major policy shift
Trump added that Ukraine could “maybe even go further than that,” though he did not clarify what this entailed. He made no mention of Crimea, seized by Russia in 2014, while the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022.
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Debate rises over Tylenol use in pregnancy after Trump’s statement
Trump said taking the drug during pregnancy "is no good" and recommended it only in cases of extreme fever. He linked the medication to autism, though scientific studies on this connection remain inconsistent and inconclusive.
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Trump pushes AG Bondi to prosecute his political opponents
Trump expressed frustration that "nothing is being done", before calling on Bondi to investigate former FBI director James Comey, New York Attorney General Letitia James and Democratic Senator Adam Schiff, who oversaw his first impeachment trial.
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Starmer set to announce UK recognition of Palestinian state
PM Starmer said in July that the UK would shift its position unless Israel met several conditions, including agreeing to a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and committing to a long-term peace process leading to a Palestinian state co-existing alongside Israel.
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Heightened security as Americans gather for Kirk memorial
The event, organised by Turning Point USA (TPUSA), is on Sunday September 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale and could be attended by more than 100,000 people.
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Trump adds $100,000 fee for skilled worker visa applicants
Critics have long argued that H-1Bs undercut the American workforce, while supporters - including billionaire Elon Musk - argue it allows the US to attract top talent from around the world.
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Pope Leo XIV speaks on Gaza, immigration, and healing the Church
The pope’s comments come amid heightened U.S. immigration enforcement. In August, the State Department canceled over 6,000 international student visas, citing violations, overstays, and alleged terrorism links.