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White House Launches Trump TV, Streams Clips From Friends to The Dark Knight

On September 21, 2026 the White House began streaming a 24/7 feed, airing official events alongside clips from Friends, The Simpsons and The Dark

United States Gains Veto Over Foreign Bases in Greenland, Boosts Trump

The US-Denmark-Greenland pact appears to give Washington a formal veto on foreign bases and sensitive investments while leaving sovereignty

Trump Meets Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Elevating New York Issues Ahead of U.N. General Assembly

The meeting at Gracie Mansion will "focus on issues affecting New York City and New Yorkers," the mayor's office said.

Trump Says 250-Foot Arch Will House Drones and Snipers, Shifting Project Toward Security

President Trump says his planned 250-foot arch across the Potomac will store drones, deploy rooftop snipers and hold large amounts of sniper

Trump Announces 'AI Force' and Tsar, Vows Not To Hinder Industry Growth

President Donald Trump said his administration will not 'hinder or stifle' AI growth and announced plans for an 'AI Force' and an AI tsar.

Trump Bars MS NOW From White House, Cuts Its On-Site Coverage

MS NOW reporters had press badges disabled Saturday, blocking access to White House grounds after President Trump said some outlets would be denied

Judge Orders 30 Days' Notice, Limits Sudden Demolition of Kennedy Center

A federal judge ordered 30 days' notice before major changes to the Kennedy Center, after thousands protested and a photo showed Trump holding

Trump Signs Bill Letting US Levy 100% Tariffs on Top Russian Oil Buyers

The law, named for Senator Lindsey O. Graham, lets the president impose up to 100% tariffs on the five largest buyers of Russian oil and gas.

Trump Says He Will Bar CNN and Politico, Threatening Press Access

Trump says he will bar CNN and Politico from the White House, stepping up a long-standing adversarial relationship with the US media.

Wife of Jailed US Scholar Asks Trump to Raise Case With Xi

Sylvia Zin, wife of a US scholar held in China, is among relatives asking President Trump to press the arrest when he hosts President Xi next week.

Trump and Rubio Allies Move To Secure Cuba Assets As Sanctions Bite

US sanctions have pushed foreign firms out of Cuba, creating openings for US investors and Cuban exiles.

Trump Declines Military Action As Houthis Occupy Bab al-Mandeb, Weakening Gulf Security

Trump said the Houthis 'called us' and will not be fought as they seize Bab al-Mandeb, exposing limits of the US security umbrella in the Gulf.

Trump Elevates AI As National Priority, Forces Political Clash Over Regulation

President Donald Trump called AI an economic engine, dismissed safety warnings and favoured executive oversight, drawing sharp cross-party criticism.

Warsh Raises Rates, Threatening Renewed White House Fight Over Fed Independence

Kevin Warsh joined a unanimous FOMC decision to lift rates by a quarter-point, defying President Trump's calls for cuts and increasing political

US Imposes Visa Limits on South African Officials, Citing Alleged Discrimination

Washington barred entry for South African officials it says promote race-based discrimination or enable land seizures without compensation.

US Military Faces Ammunition Shortages, Rebuilding Stocks Could Take Three Years

A Department of Defence inspector general report says the Iran war cost 33.4 billion dollars through June 30 and left munitions shortfalls.

Supreme Court Preserves Mail-In Voting, Blocking Trump's USPS Rule

The justices upheld a federal injunction that halts new USPS ballot rules, keeping current postal voting procedures for November's midterms.

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang Tells Trump 'We’re Not Going To Let That Happen' On AI Slowdown

At the All-In Summit, Jensen Huang put President Trump on speaker and told him 'We're not going to let that happen' about slowing AI.

Trump Reaffirms Support for United Ireland, Visit Met With Protests and Security

In Doonbeg, Trump said he supports a united Ireland, saying "many people agree." Protests continued and a major security operation remained in place.

Families Demand Accountability After All Living Presidents Attend 9/11 25th Memorial

Ceremonies in New York, the Pentagon and Shanksville honoured nearly 3,000 victims as relatives renewed calls for answers about responsibility and

Trump Visits Ireland, Puts Dublin Diplomacy and Security on Alert

President Trump began a two-day visit to Ireland with a courtesy call on President Catherine Connolly.

Joe DiGenova Resigns, Inquiry Into Russia 2016 Assessment Loses Lead

Joe DiGenova, a longtime Trump ally, resigned from the post leading an inquiry into the intelligence assessment that Russia interfered in the 2016

US Faces $1.3 Trillion Bill After Trump Offers $5,000 to Every Adult

President Trump pledged $5,000 to each adult if Republicans win the midterms; analysts say the $1.3 trillion plan faces legal and funding barriers.

Trump Warns Iran Over Pickaxe Mountain, Increases Risk of U.S. Strikes

Trump warned Iran not to “get cute” over activity at Pickaxe Mountain, saying the U.S. could strike after tanker attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump Says Iran War Will Last Until Midterms, Keeping Oil Prices High

President Trump told reporters he expects the Iran conflict to continue until the 3 November midterms and warned oil prices will not fall before then.

Trump Promises $5,000 Per Adult If Republicans Win, Underscoring His Grip on GOP

At the midterms convention, Trump pledged $5,000 to each adult if Republicans win both chambers and made clear he still leads the party.

Trump Gives $45,000 To Natalie Harp, Deepening White House Ethics Scrutiny

Disclosures show Trump handed $45,000 to Natalie Harp, two aides got the same and Walt Nauta $22,000, prompting fresh ethics questions.

South Park Renames Itself South America, New Season Will Air Under That Name

Creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker relabelled South Park 'South America' as a jab at Donald Trump's renaming orders; episodes start 16 September.

US Bans Canadian Alcohol and Vehicles, Escalating Trade Dispute

Canadian exporters face fresh curbs after President Donald Trump ordered a ban on alcohol, dairy and motor vehicles from 29 September.

Russian Drone Strikes Kill Two in Kyiv After Short Capital Truce

Russian drone strikes on Kyiv early Tuesday killed at least two and wounded ten, ending a brief halt on capital attacks while Donald Trump's top

Trump Claims 'Hundreds of Billions' From Stocks, Prompting Regulatory Scrutiny

President Trump posted dozens of AI images on Truth Social and an unverified claim he made "Hundreds of Billions of Dollars" on U.S. stocks and other

Irish Open Could See Donald Trump Present Trophy At Doonbeg

US President Donald Trump is expected to attend the Irish Open at his Doonbeg course, where Rory McIlroy returns to defend his title.

Trump Dismisses Iran War as 'Small Potatoes' and Says 18 Americans Killed

President Donald Trump described the Iran war as "small potatoes", saying only 18 Americans had been killed and likening the toll to Vietnam.

Trump Signals He May Withhold US Support For UK In Falklands Dispute

Trump warned he might not back Britain in a Falklands dispute, saying the UK 'was not there to help me' during his war with Iran.

Trump Says Commerce Secretary Mistakenly Claimed No US Deaths in Iran War

President said the commerce secretary wrongly said no Americans died in the Iran war, and linked the remark to Howard Lutnick’s CNBC comments.

Reform UK Gains Another £4m From Ben Delo After Trump Pardon

Reform UK received another £4m from Ben Delo, bringing his total to £8m and making him the party's second-largest donor.

Trump Becomes First Living President On US Coin In A Century

The US Mint issued a $1 commemorative coin of Donald Trump, the first living president on US currency in a century. Rolls cost $61; bags $154.50.

Mansfield Seeks $4 Million, Judge Orders $2.75 Million Held in Fuel Dispute

Mansfield Oil sued Aug. 19, alleging KRSM took more than 1.1 million gallons and left about $4 million unpaid. A judge ordered $2.75 million held.

Judge Finds Trump Administration Illegally Retaliated Against Anthropic

A judge found the Trump administration illegally retaliated against Anthropic. The startup has clashed with the Pentagon over US military AI use.

Judge Rejects Ghislaine Maxwell Appeal, Her 20-Year Sentence Stands

A federal judge denied Ghislaine Maxwell’s bid to undo her 2021 sex-trafficking conviction, rejecting claims of concealed evidence and juror

Trump Declares Strait of Hormuz “An American Territory,” Increasing Escalation Risk With Iran

At a South Carolina rally President Trump said he views the Strait of Hormuz as "an American territory" and joked about bombing Iran.

Iran Says Trump's 'Economic D-Day' Risks Further US Defeat, Threatens Global Economy

Iran's foreign minister called Trump's new 'Economic D-Day' a diversion from US crises and warned it will deepen US defeat and threaten global

Canada and US Near Deal That Could Cut Steel, Aluminium and Car Tariffs by Friday

Negotiators say a deal could cut US tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminium and cars, as Trump pauses new levies and talks race to Friday.

Trump-Nominated Judge Jeffrey Kuntz Will Hear $10bn Defamation Case Against BBC

Jeffrey Kuntz, nominated in April and confirmed 51-46 by the Senate, inherits Trump's $10bn BBC defamation suit. Trial set Feb 2027.

Iran Rebukes Trump’s Strait of Hormuz Territory Claim as Talks Remain Stalled

Iran has rejected Donald Trump’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz could become U.S. territory, as a reported ship strike and continued military pressure deepen the impasse.

Trump Imposes 100 Percent Tariffs on Drones and Aircraft Parts

The US will pay more for already-approved aircraft, with tariffs ranging from 25 to 100 percent on drone imports and parts.

Trump Demands Iran Pay Compensation as Hormuz Talks Stall

Donald Trump has said Iran should pay compensation for deaths linked to decades of conflict, as negotiations to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz appear to have stalled.

Trump Media Reports $238m Q2 Loss Despite Revenue Growth

Trump Media & Technology Group reported a $238m net loss in the second quarter of 2026 despite an 89 per cent increase in revenue.

U.S. Redirects 55 Commercial Vessels as Strait of Hormuz Talks Stall

U.S. forces have redirected 55 commercial vessels away from Iranian ports as talks over reopening the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.

Netanyahu Reject Trump's Plan For Gaza Until Hamas Disarms

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will not withdraw its forces from Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, despite a US-backed plan for the territory.

Trump-Linked Posts Lose Taylor Swift Songs After Social Media Mockery

Taylor Swift songs used in social-media posts linked to Donald Trump’s campaign and the White House have been removed from several videos.

Trumps Former Lawyer Confirmed as US Attorney General

Todd Blanche,President Donald Trump’s former lawyer,has become US attorney general following a 50-49 Senate confirmation vote amid controversy over his Justice Department role,the Epstein files and a disputed $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.

Vance Says US Making Progress With Iran Talks but Warns Conflict Is Far From Over

US Vice President JD Vance says negotiations with Iran have made progress but cautions the conflict remains unresolved as the Trump administration continues diplomatic and military efforts.

Trump Signs New Orders Targeting Birth Tourism and Birthright Citizenship

US President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders aimed at restricting birth tourism and limiting automatic birthright citizenship for certain groups, renewing his administration's push after an earlier effort was rejected by the Supreme Court.

Trump Safe After Marine One Incident

President Trump was never in harm's way when his helicopter came close to a passenger jet on Tuesday.

UFC Posts $30m Loss From Freedom 250 White House Event

The Freedom 250 production at the White House cost UFC about $30m, eroding margins even as parent TKO reported Q2 revenue growth to $535.7m.

BP Profit More Than Doubles to $5.73bn as Middle East Conflict Lifts Oil Prices

BP reported its highest quarterly profit since 2022 after rising oil prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East boosted earnings, while campaign groups criticised the company over soaring energy costs.

U.S. And Israel Hold Off On Iran Strikes, Trump Seeks Rapid Deal To Open Hormuz

Trump said Saturday the United States and Israel will pause new strikes on Iran if negotiators swiftly secure a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Peru Moves To Join Trump's Shield Of The Americas, Foreign Minister Says

Peru announced Friday it is taking steps to join President Donald Trump's Shield of the Americas, days after Keiko Fujimori assumed office.