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What’s ahead for U.S. economy as global market reacts to Trump’s tariffs
The Congressional Budget Office released an analysis of the impact of President Trumpβs tariffs. It projects current policies would reduce the deficit by $2.8 trillion over the next decade, but raise inflation and shrink the size of the economy. It comes as Trump issued new tariffs on steel and aluminum overnight, doubling them from 25 to 50 percent. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Babak Hafezi.
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US vetoes UN resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza over exclusion of hostage release
The United States vetoed the United Nations Security Council resolution demanding an "immediate and permanent" ceasefire in the Gaza Strip over the measure not having the release of hostages held by the Palestinian militant group Hamas as a condition for the truce. The resolution, which was backed by 14 of the 15 member states, also...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Cologne defuses WW2 bombs after 20,000 evacuated
The German city cordoned off a huge area, calling it the largest evacuation since the end of World War Two.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Egypt vows to protect historic monastery amid land dispute
Egypt's foreign minister told Greece that Egypt will preserve the spiritual and religious value of the historic Saint Catherine's Monastery, which is part of the Greek Orthodox church.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Pope Leo XIV and Putin Discuss Peace in Ukraine: A Call for Diplomacy Rooted in Shared Christian Values
Pope Leo XIV and Russian President Vladimir Putin held their first phone conversation, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and a Russian gesture to promote peace in Ukraine amid efforts to address humanitarian needs and uphold Christian values. Related: Second Round of Russia-Ukraine Talks Ends with Agreements on POWs At a critical moment for global peace, [β¦]
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:News Wrap: Trump says Putin vows to respond to Ukraine’s drone attack on Russian airfields
In our news wrap Wednesday, President Trump said Putin told him Russia would respond to Ukraine's drone attack on airfields, an aid group in Gaza temporarily paused food deliveries today at its three distribution sites, a stampede outside of a cricket stadium in India killed at least 11 people and injured more than 30 others.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Djokovic to face Sinner in blockbuster French Open clash
Three-time champion Novak Djokovic keeps up his quest for a record-breaking 25th major singles title, advancing to the French Open semifinals where he will face top seed Jannik Sinner.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Trump administration returns Guatemalan man wrongly deported to Mexico
The Trump administration has returned a Guatemalan man wrongly deported to Mexico, the first instance of compliance with a judgeβs order to facilitate the return of a migrant challenging their removal. The man, known in court documents at O.C.G., made contact with his attorneys after landing in the U.S., Trina Realmuto, executive director of the National...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:White House revokes guidance requiring hospitals to provide emergency abortions
The Trump administration rescinded federal guidance that required emergency rooms to provide an abortion if the procedure would save a patientβs life. The Biden-era guidance argued the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act required hospitals to provide treatment during a medical emergency, even in states with near-total abortion bans. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Sarah Varney.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Housing demand drives forestry companies' shift from blue gum to pine
As Australia looks to meet housing construction targets, companies in SA and Victoria's Green Triangle are investing more heavily in softwood timber.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Trumpβs βbig beautiful billβ will swell US debt by $2.4tn, warns fiscal watchdog
Administration insists legislation will slash the deficit
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Musk whips opposition to Trump tax plan: 'KILL the BILL'
Musk's reaction likely comes in part because Trump's bill cuts an EV tax credit that helps Tesla, a source familiar with the matter told NBC News.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Georgia teen says ICE detention was ‘life-altering’ and ‘like a prison’
The Trump administration is continuing its crackdown on immigration through enforcement raids, arrests and deportations. That has included some teenagers being taken into custody by immigration officials. Laura BarrΓ³n-LΓ³pez spoke with Ximena Arias-Cristobal, a Georgia teenager fighting deportation after ICE officials detained her following a mistaken traffic stop.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:FBI charges man with supplying explosive chemicals to bomber of fertility clinic in California
The FBI says Daniel Park has been stockpiling a chemical that can be used to create makeshift explosive devices, with a purchase history going back as far as October 2022, and as recently as a few days prior to the explosion.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:French Open: Djokovic downs Zverev to set up semifinal against Sinner
Novak Djokovic beats Alexander Zverev to set up a French Open semifinal showdown with Jannik Sinner at Roland Garros.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:House Republicans warn Senate not to touch SALT deal
Moderate House Republicans from high-tax blue states are warning senators that they will not give the βbig, beautiful billβ a final stamp of approval if the Senate changes their proposal for the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap. The shot across the Capitol came shortly after Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) told reporters...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Miles Taylor fights Trump’s order targeting him, calling it ‘an attack on free speech’
In 2018, an anonymous Trump administration official delivered a stark warning about the threat he said the president posed with his erratic behavior. The author was later revealed to be Miles Taylor. When Trump returned to office, he claimed Taylorβs actions could be treasonous and ordered DHS and other agencies to launch an investigation. Taylor joined Amna Nawaz to discuss his legal response.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Local arts groups face budget gaps as NEA pulls grants
On May 3, the National Endowment for the Arts sent emails to hundreds of arts organizations around the country terminating their grants. The abrupt loss of federal support has organizations scrambling to make up for budget shortfalls. Jeffrey Brown reports for our series, Art in Action, and our arts and culture coverage, CANVAS.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Senate panel targets Biden-era green programs
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Environment committee releases GOP policy bill text The Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee released text for its portion of the Trump agenda policy bill that Republicans are trying to get across the finish line, becoming the first Senate panel to do so....
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:WATCH: Vought said Trump could ask to rescind more money if Congress approves first request
Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought told a House committee on Wednesday that the Trump administration could send more requests to claw back already appropriated money if its first attempt is successful.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Trump spruiks his 'success' since inauguration as steel tariffs take effect
Donald Trump's increased tariffs on steel and aluminium products imported into the United States are now in effect, meaning foreign importers face 50 per cent levies on top of their current costs.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Pulled NASA nomination blindsides space community: 'Major blunder'Β
The aerospace community was caught off guard this week by President Trumpβs withdrawal of tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacmanβs NASA nomination. Announced days before the Senateβs likely confirmation of Isaacman, the withdrawal sparked a swirl of rumors and concerns, as budget cuts loom and NASA stretches into its sixth month without a leader. Trump, in a social media...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:The words of wisdom shared with the Class of 2025 by commencement speakers
As graduates celebrate the end of the academic year and the beginning of a new journey, leaders, celebrities, thinkers and dignitaries have been delivering commencement speeches. We share some words of wisdom passed on to the class of 2025.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Judge Boasberg rules migrants at Salvadoran megaprison can contest gang accusations
A federal judge on Wednesdayruled a groupof Venezuelans deported to a Salvadoran megaprison underthe Alien Enemies Actmust be provided a legal avenue to contest the Trump administrationβs accusations that they are gang members. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg did not outline specific steps the administration must take, providing one week to propose how it intends...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Trump's 50% tariffs on metals come into effect
Trump doubles down on his tariffs, while sparing the UK from the latest duties.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Mother of missing WA fisherman pleads for answers
Julie Deery says her life has become a nightmare since her son, Corrie Feehan, disappeared off the WA coast more than five weeks ago.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Boeing reaches deal to avoid prosecution over 737 Max crashes
Agreement with US justice department allows plane maker to withdraw an earlier guilty plea
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:11 million could lose insurance coverage: CBO
Presented by Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding β Millions would lose their health insurance under Trump's big bill, CBO says {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story CBO details coverage losses in Trump agenda bill A new report by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates up to 11 million people would lose their...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:WH budget chief pressed on PEPFAR funds, says Africa βneeds to absorb more of the burdenβ
Office and Management Budget Director Russell Vought on Wednesday was pressed on proposed cuts to the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) pursued as part of a new rescissions request from the Trump administration. During a budget hearing Wednesday, Vought defended proposed reductions as targeting items like "teaching young children how to make environmentally...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:New York City mayoral race: All you need to know
Democratic primary pits lawmaker Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, against centrist former Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:US vetoes UNSC ceasefire resolution as death, starvation consume Gaza
Move comes as Israel kills nearly 100 Palestinians across enclave in one day while maintaining crippling aid blockade.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:As U.S. veterans plan protest for D-Day, here’s a look at their nearly 250-year history of fighting for their benefits
Veterans across the United States will gather on June 6, 2025, to protest the Trump administrationβs cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as the slashing of staff and programs throughout the government.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Missoula recognizes pride flag as an official city symbol
Missoula, Mont., recognized the pride flag as an official city flag during a Monday City Council meeting. The 9-2 vote by the western Montana City Council came in the wake of Gov. Greg Gianforte (R) signing a bill last month banning the display of flags or banners except some specific ones like the U.S. flag...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Ronaldo fires Portugal past Germany and into Nations League final
Portugal beat Germany 2-1 to reach the final of the UEFA Nations League as Cristiano Ronaldo nets the winner.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:'I was pushed across the India border into Bangladesh at gunpoint'
The BBC met people in India's Assam who say they were accused of being illegal immigrants and forced across the border.
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