Fed Governor Cook in court to block Trump from firing her
The legal case over Trump’s move could have lasting implications for the central bank’s independence.
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Who is Lisa Cook, and what is Federal Reserve governor accused of?
President Trump has ordered the removal of the central bank official – we unpack what it all means.
Thousands demonstrate, block roads on nationwide day of protests for hostages – The Times of Israel
Thousands demonstrate, block roads on nationwide day of protests for hostages The Times of IsraelIsraeli protesters hold ‘day of disruption’ to demand Gaza hostage deal: Live updates CNNProtesters in Israel demand release of hosta…
Revealed: gambling logos and ads seen up to every 13 seconds during big sports games in US
Critics warn of top sports becoming a ‘second-by-second gambling opportunity’ as new study shared with the Guardian reveals scale of marketing blitzHockey fans are bombarded with gambling logos and adverts – sometimes as often as every 13 seconds – dur…
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News24 | Trump promises a year in jail for burning American flag: ‘No early exits, no nothing’
United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order punishing those who burn the country’s flag with one year in jail, despite a longstanding court ruling that flag burning is protected by the First Amendment of the Constitution.
Australia expels Iran ambassador, accusing Tehran of being behind antisemitic attacks
Australia expelled Iran’s ambassador on Tuesday, accusing the country of being behind antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. It marks the first time Australia has expelled an ambassador since World War II. Intelligence services reached the…
Vietnam challenges China by building artificial military islands in South China Sea
Several countries in battle over who owns strategic archipelago that lie in the middle of vital shopping lanes
Protests erupt in Sri Lanka’s capital over the arrest of ex-president Wickremesinghe
Supporters of Sri Lanka’s former president Ranil Wickremesinghe have protested in Colombo.
Trump says US wants nuclear arms deal with Russia and China
Washington wants a nuclear arms reduction agreement with Russia and China, US President Donald Trump has stated, revealing that he talked denuclearization with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin during their recent meeting in Alaska.