Trump shutdown warning: Federal employees could lose jobs
The US president warns of mass federal layoffs if funding deal fails amid shutdown battle with Democrats.
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Amid drone attacks, activists confront fear and hope on Gaza flotilla
Global Sumud Flotilla braces for escalating dangers as it approaches Gaza amid drone attacks, Israeli threats.
Four takeaways from Trump’s Washington meeting with Turkiye’s Erdogan
The meeting marked Erdogan's first visit to the White House since 2019, and topics included trade and a Gaza ceasefire.
Why have Spain and Italy sent ships to assist the Gaza Sumud flotilla?
Spanish, Italian decisions to send ships to assist Gaza flotilla sign of increased pro-Palestinian sentiment in Europe.
Prison riot in Ecuador kills at least 17 people
This is the second deadly prison riot in Ecuador this week.
Inside the TikTok deal – the politics of the algorithm
Trump allies could soon control TikTok’s algorithm. Will US ownership change what users see?
Starbucks to close underperforming stores in restructuring efforts
The cuts are expected to lead to hundreds of layoffs.