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Trump admin fires democrats on fed board overseeing Puerto Rico's finances

The Trump administration has dismissed five out of seven members on Puerto Rico's federal control board that oversees the US territory's finances, sparking concern about the future of the island's fragile economy. The five fired are all Democrats. A White House official told The Associated Press on Tuesday that the board "has been run inefficiently and ineffectively by its governing members for far too long and it is time to restore common sense leadership". Those fired are board chairman Arthur Gonzalez, along with Cameron McKenzie, Betty Rosa, Juan Sabater and Luis Ubias. The board's two remaining members -- Andrew G Biggs and John E Nixon -- are Republicans. The board confirmed in a brief statement that the five were terminated and noted that the board would continue to fulfil its mandate and work "in the interest of the people of Puerto Rico". Sylvette Santiago, a spokesperson for the board, did not immediately return a message seeking comment on whether the board members would

Supported by Brics, like-minded allies: Russia amid Trump's tariff threats

Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova accused the US of being unable to accept the erosion of its dominance in an emerging multipolar international order

Trump to replace Fed, labour chief amid row over jobs data, rate policy

After firing Bureau of Labour Statistics chief McEntarfer over weak jobs data and criticising Fed chair Powell, Trump signals new key appointments

Trump fired America's economic data collector. History shows the perils.

Economists say that reliable, independently produced statistics are critical to good decision making in both the public and private sector

Trump to build $200 million White House ballroom through private funding

The new ballroom will be privately funded by US President Donald Trump and other donors; the venue is expected to seat 650 guests, replacing temporary South Lawn tents

Trump pushes Harvard for steep deal, $500 mn just a starting point

One of the Trump administration's key demands is that Harvard allow a jointly approved resolution monitor to oversee compliance

Trump demands pharma companies slash US prices in blow to industry

In the letters, sent to Eli Lilly & Co., Novo Nordisk A/S, Pfizer Inc. and others, Trump insisted companies immediately lower what they charge Medicaid for existing drugs

Trump admin launching new health tracking system with big tech's help

The Trump administration is pushing an initiative for millions of Americans to upload personal health data and medical records on new apps and systems run by private tech companies, promising that will make it easier to access health records and monitor wellness. Leaders from more than 60 companies, including major tech companies such as Google and Amazon, as well as prominent hospital systems like the Cleveland Clinic, will convene at the White House on Wednesday afternoon to discuss what the administration is calling a digital health ecosystem." The new system will focus on diabetes and weight management, conversational artificial intelligence that helps patients, and digital tools such as QR codes and apps that register patients for check-ins or track medications. The initiative, spearheaded by an administration that has already freely shared highly personal data about Americans in ways that have tested legal bounds, could put patients' desires for more convenience at their ...

UCLA to pay more than $6 million to settle lawsuit on antisemitism

UCLA became a flashpoint in spring 2024 as campus protests escalated nationwide over Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza

New York to Tokyo: Japan proposes capital for UN office relocation

Tokyo Governor Koike pitches relocation of UN offices to Japan, citing safety, affordability, and the US retreat from WHO, Unesco under President Donald Trump

US V-P Vance to visit Ohio to push Republicans' sweeping new tax law

Vice President JD Vance is hitting his home state on Monday to continue promoting the GOP's sweeping tax-and-border bill. He will be in Canton, Ohio, to talk about the bill's benefits for hardworking American families and businesses, according to his office. Aides offered little detail in advance about the visit, but NBC News reported that his remarks will take place at a steel plant in Canton, located about 60 miles south of Cleveland. The visit marks Vance's second trip this month to sell the package, filled with a hodgepodge of conservative priorities that Republicans have dubbed the One Big, Beautiful Bill as the vice president becomes its chief promoter on the road. In West Pittston, Pennsylvania, Vance told attendees at an industrial machine shop that they should be able to keep more of their pay in their pockets, highlighting the law's new tax deductions on overtime. Vance also discussed a new children's savings programme called Trump Accounts and how the new law promotes ..

Trump demands Kamala Harris be prosecuted over endorsement payments

In a post on his Truth Social account, Trump accused Harris of spending millions of dollars to buy endorsements from stars such as singer Beyonce, TV host Oprah Winfrey

Trump's immigration overhaul: What it means for H-1B and citizenship tests

US to prioritise high-wage roles in visa lottery; tougher naturalisation standards planned

Chinese smartphone prices drop 45% in US as export volumes crash in June

Chinese smartphone exports to the US plunged 71% in June, despite a 45% drop in average prices amid tariff tensions

Trump raises base tariff to 15%, hints at 50% cap ahead of Aug 1 deadline

New US tariffs starting August 1 will range from 15% to 50%, with tougher terms for nations with strained ties; India pursues interim pact amid deadline pressure

How Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang won over Trump who wanted to split his company

Not Tim Cook or Elon Musk, but Jensen Huang has emerged as the most influential tech executive in Washington as Donald Trump reverses decision to dismantle Nvidia

US fertility rate reached new low in 2024 with 1.6 kids per woman: CDC

The fertility rate in the US dropped to an all-time low in 2024 with less than 1.6 kids per woman, new federal data released Thursday shows. The US was once among only a few developed countries with a rate that ensured each generation had enough children to replace itself about 2.1 kids per woman. But it has been sliding in America for close to two decades as more women are waiting longer to have children or never taking that step at all. The new statistic is on par with fertility rates in western European countries, according to World Bank data. Alarmed by recent drops, the Trump administration has taken steps to increase falling birth rates, like issuing an executive order meant to expand access to and reduce costs of in vitro fertilisation and backing the idea of baby bonuses that might encourage more couples to have kids. But there's no reason to be alarmed, according to Leslie Root, a University of Colorado Boulder researcher focused on fertility and population policy. We're

Obama office rejects Trump's 'treason' charge as weak distraction attempt

Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard issued a report last Friday detailing the alleged election fraud, stating that officials involved were engaged in a treasonous conspiracy

China trip 'not too distant', says Trump amid easing trade tensions

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said a trip to China might be not too distant, raising prospects that the leaders of the world's two largest economies may meet soon to help reset relations after moving to climb down from a trade war. Trump made the remarks while hosting Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House, where he praised the fantastic military relationship with Manila as the U.S. looks to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. Yet, Trump still said the U.S. is getting along with China very well. We have a very good relationship." He added that Beijing has resumed shipping to the U.S. record numbers of much-needed rare earth magnets, which are used in iPhones and other high-tech products like electric vehicles. Widely speculated about since Trump returned to the White House, a summit between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping would be expected to stabilize even for a short while a difficult relationship defined by mistrust and ...

US Justice Department seeks to unseal Epstein, Maxwell grand jury files

US Justice Department moves court to unseal Epstein, Maxwell grand jury records after Donald Trump demands transparency; Trump sues Wall Street Journal for $10 billion over 'defamatory' Epstein report