French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte have initiated a defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens in Delaware, US, due to Owens’ claims that the French first lady was born male. The lawsuit, filed Wednesday, accuses Owens of spreading false and defamatory information on her podcast and social media channels, including the claim that the Macrons are blood relatives and that the French President was installed by a CIA plot. The Macrons’ attorneys stated that they had requested a retraction from Owens, but resorted to legal action after she refused. The suit seeks unspecified damages and requires the Macrons to prove “actual malice” under US law.
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A three-year-old boy, identified as Keterrius ‘KJ’ Sparks, died after being left in a hot car in Birmingham on Tuesday. Authorities confirmed that the child was in the care of Covenant Services, a contracted worker for the Department of Human Resources (DHR), and was left in the vehicle for approximately five hours. The DHR stated that the provider has terminated their employee following the incident. Both the biological and foster families are grieving and seeking answers regarding the circumstances that led to this tragedy, as the Birmingham Police Department continues its investigation.
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During a tour of the Federal Reserve headquarters renovation, former President Trump cited a significantly inflated cost of $3.1 billion, which was immediately refuted by Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who clarified the included figure encompassed an unrelated building. The visit occurred amidst Trump’s ongoing criticism of Powell and his interest rate policies, with the former president previously considering Powell’s dismissal. Despite the friction, Trump suggested he was now unlikely to fire Powell but maintained his desire for lower interest rates, while Powell reaffirmed the Fed’s independence and highlighted the renovation’s necessity.
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Jeffrey Epstein’s Birthday Album Included Letters From Bill Clinton, Leon Black, and now that’s a headline that really gets the gears turning, doesn’t it? The article about this birthday album, a leather-bound collection assembled before Epstein’s first arrest, is definitely a wake-up call. It’s not just the fact that these high-profile individuals – like Bill Clinton, Leon Black, and Donald Trump – were even associated with Epstein, but that they were contributors to a book specifically meant for his birthday. The whole concept just screams of a deeply intertwined, perhaps even unsavory, web of relationships.
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In a move to combat plummeting birth rates, Russia has formed a “demographic special forces unit,” according to the RBC business daily. Announced by Federation Council head Valentina Matviyenko, the group underscores the government’s focus on family issues. This initiative follows prior attempts to address Russia’s demographic challenges, including promotional campaigns and restrictions on abortion access. Despite these efforts, Russia has yet to see a reversal in its declining birth rate.
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According to new federal data, the U.S. fertility rate reached an all-time low in 2024, with less than 1.6 children per woman. This mirrors trends in Western European countries, with the rate being significantly lower than the replacement rate of 2.1 that was once common in the U.S. Despite the Trump administration’s efforts to boost birth rates, such as expanding access to in vitro fertilization, experts argue that these measures fail to address crucial factors like parental leave and affordable childcare, and are largely symbolic. The new report also revealed a 1% increase in total births compared to the previous year, though revised data showed declines in birth rates for women in their 20s and early 30s.
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New details surface daily, suggesting a closer relationship between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. Despite Trump’s attempts to dismiss the story, including calling the accusations “fake news”, new evidence emerges, such as photographs and videos, depicting their interactions at various events. Trump’s denials and efforts to control the narrative are complicated by his previous statements about Epstein and the potential release of Epstein-related files. Furthermore, the White House’s responses have been dismissive, leading to ongoing speculation and scrutiny regarding the nature of their association and its potential ramifications.
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Almost 30% of German companies postpone US investments, survey shows, and this paints a complex picture of international business in a time of economic and political uncertainty. It seems that a significant chunk of German businesses are hitting the pause button on their plans for expansion and investment in the United States. This hesitation could eventually translate into cancelled investments, essentially drying up funding for projects that could have boosted the American economy.
The data indicates a substantial shift in sentiment. Approximately 29% of German companies have reduced their investments, alongside the nearly 30% postponing new ones. When we add the 15% that have cancelled investments outright, we see a large portion of German companies are taking a more cautious approach to the U.S.… Continue reading
Melania Trump’s infrequent public appearances and cryptic gestures have become a fundamental aspect of her public persona. Her silence and the ambiguous nature of her actions invite speculation, allowing the public to project their interpretations onto her. Amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding Donald Trump’s association with Jeffrey Epstein, Melania has remained largely silent, yet her actions, like a recent book excerpt posted online, have fueled further speculation. This has only intensified the mystery surrounding her, and the world waits to see how long she will remain silent.
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The House Oversight Committee approved subpoenas demanding the Justice Department release unredacted files related to Jeffrey Epstein, with some Republicans breaking from their party to support the measure. A separate subpoena was also issued for Ghislaine Maxwell’s testimony. Political analysts suggest that the Republican party is facing internal conflict due to the investigation, while Democrats are finding success heading into the August recess. These actions highlight the ongoing political ramifications of the Epstein case.
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