Former President Donald Trump has called for the prosecution of Beyoncé, alleging she illegally received an $11 million payment for endorsing Kamala Harris during a 2024 campaign event. However, this claim is unsubstantiated, as federal campaign records show only a $165,000 payment to Beyoncé’s production company, attributed to event production costs, not endorsement fees. Trump offered no evidence for his claim, which echoes a previously debunked assertion of a $10 million payment. Furthermore, Trump incorrectly stated that paying for political endorsements is illegal, and has a history of calling for the prosecution of political opponents.
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Auterion, a US-German software developer, will provide Ukraine with 33,000 AI-powered drone guidance modules, Skynode S, under a $50 million contract funded by the US Department of Defense. These modules, with deliveries expected by the end of 2025, represent a significant increase in volume. The Skynode S transforms manually operated drones into autonomous platforms, enhancing capabilities such as target tracking, object recognition, and swarming, particularly for defense against long-range strike drones. This advanced technology, which has already seen combat, is designed to operate even in GPS- and communication-denied environments, potentially intercepting thousands of enemy drones and revolutionizing drone warfare.
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King Charles III is reportedly worried about President Trump’s upcoming state visit, particularly regarding his potential to make inflammatory remarks about immigration while alongside him. Sources indicate the king is concerned Trump may repeat his recent comments about immigration “killing Europe,” which could overshadow the visit. The palace is trying to mitigate stress on the king, given his health challenges and demanding schedule. The king’s aides are considering how to manage the visit and minimize any potential embarrassment for the king.
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A recent Wall Street Journal poll reveals that over half of registered voters oppose Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” The bill’s unpopularity stems from provisions that include substantial tax breaks for the wealthy, cuts to Medicaid funding, and increased spending on immigration enforcement and the fossil fuel industry. The poll showed that Democrats and Independents largely oppose the bill, and most respondents believe the legislation benefits the wealthy while harming the poor, working class, and the U.S. economy. Despite the negative perception, Republicans are blaming the bill’s unpopularity on Democrats.
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In an interview, Austria’s Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger claimed that Donald Trump was prepared to concede Crimea and portions of eastern Ukraine to Russia. Despite this, Russia’s Vladimir Putin chose to continue the war, demonstrating Russia’s lack of interest in peace. Meinl-Reisinger also stated that Trump has expressed frustration with Putin and has imposed strict deadlines for peace talks. She added that Russia is suffering significant losses and facing a worsening economic situation, suggesting Putin is aware he is running out of time, leading to escalated aggression.
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This man is a U.S. citizen by birth. Why did ICE mark him for deportation — again? Well, it’s a question that cuts right to the core, doesn’t it? The case of Miguel Silvestre, a man born in the U.S., targeted not once, but multiple times for deportation, highlights a worrying trend. The story is a real head-scratcher, especially when you consider the fundamental truth: U.S. citizens cannot legally be deported.
The obvious, yet deeply troubling, reason for this repeated targeting seems to be the color of his skin and his last name, and his appearance. This isn’t exactly a secret, is it?… Continue reading
During a recent interview, Senator Markwayne Mullin attempted to connect the Jeffrey Epstein case to the Obama administration. CNN anchor Jake Tapper quickly corrected Mullin, pointing out the plea deal was actually negotiated in 2008 under the Bush administration by then-U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta. Despite the factual clarification, Mullin persisted in his false claims, echoing a recurring pattern of linking Obama to controversy, highlighting a larger trend of misinformation and political maneuvering.
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Governor Gavin Newsom accused President Donald Trump of lying to cover up his involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein case, claiming Trump is “unmoored” and showing signs of desperation. Newsom pointed to Trump’s shifting statements and the resurfacing of old connections with Epstein as evidence of a cover-up. Reports indicate Trump’s name is in the Epstein files, adding fuel to the controversy. Newsom suggested Trump is flailing and his actions are not working, describing him as a “punch drunk boxer.”
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Ukraine drone attack disrupts Volgograd railway power, Russia says, and this is a headline that’s definitely grabbing attention. Let’s break down what it means and the potential implications. Essentially, the story is about a drone strike, allegedly by Ukraine, that’s caused some serious disruption to the railway infrastructure in the Volgograd region of Russia. We’re talking about a power supply that keeps the trains running, and with that disrupted, it’s a significant problem.
Now, from what’s being reported, the drones were intercepted. This is the official line anyway. They say the drones were taken down before they could do their worst, but the damage, apparently, was already done.… Continue reading
Turkey is experiencing a record-breaking heat wave, with the Environment Ministry recording a high of 50.5 degrees Celsius in the southeast, surpassing the previous record from August 2023. This extreme heat has triggered numerous wildfires across the country, exacerbated by strong winds and dry conditions, particularly in the Mediterranean region, leading to evacuations and, tragically, fatalities. Furthermore, the heat wave has also impacted the eastern Mediterranean, causing countries like Greece to struggle with extreme temperatures and wildfires, prompting requests for international assistance as the region faces ongoing challenges. The severity of the situation led to temporary closures of major tourist sites like the Acropolis.
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