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- 1Fossil fuel influence linked to Trump's attack on university research, study finds●Decades of fossil fuel influence paved way for Trump’s assault on university research, study says https://www. theguardi
A new study argues that decades of fossil fuel industry funding and influence over American universities helped create the conditions for the Trump administration's current cuts and restrictions on university research, particularly climate-related work. The findings suggest corporate money shaped academic priorities and left institutions vulnerable to political pressure.
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Former President Donald Trump's legislation reduces payments under Medicaid, the US health insurance programme for low-income Americans. The cuts have drawn criticism from Democrats and health advocates who warn millions could lose coverage or access to care, while supporters frame the changes as necessary spending reform.
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A crowd in Buffalo, New York, cheered loudly during a rendition of O Canada, the Canadian national anthem. The moment drew wide attention online, with many reading it as a warm gesture toward Canada from an American sports crowd at a time of strained Canada-US relations. Reactions ranged from appreciation to debate over what the ovation signified.
- 4Commentary blames Trump for Federal Reserve interest rate hikes●Trump is the one to blame for the Federal Reserve’s interest hike
A new opinion piece argues that Donald Trump is responsible for the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates. The claim ties US monetary policy pressure to the former president, placing him at the centre of a renewed debate over inflation, central bank independence and who bears responsibility for higher borrowing costs.
- 5US-Iran Nuclear Talks Stall as Seven-Day Plan Rejected●"Seven-Day Plan Rejected, Dialogue Remains Open": U.S.–Iran Talks Stall as Midterm Pressures and Nuclear Differences Loom
Efforts to ease tensions between Washington and Tehran have hit a setback after Iran rejected a proposed seven-day plan, though both sides say diplomatic channels remain open. Deep differences over the nuclear file continue to block progress, with commentators noting domestic political pressures in the United States are complicating the negotiating environment.
- 6Palantir Co-Founder Urges Less Judgment Over Deadly Iran School Strike●Palantir's Co-Founder Wants Us Less Judgmental About Deadly Iran School Strike
Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel is drawing criticism after arguing that people should be less judgmental about a deadly strike on a school in Iran. The comments, reported by Mother Jones, have sparked backlash online, with critics accusing him of downplaying civilian deaths in a conflict that has already generated intense international debate.
- 7Trump airs taxpayer-funded ads as administration cuts fuel economy standards●Trump airs more taxpayer-funded ads, Trump administration to lower fuel economy standards
The Trump administration is moving to lower US fuel economy standards while continuing to run taxpayer-funded advertising. The twin developments, reported by AP News, tie together public spending on political messaging with a regulatory rollback on vehicle efficiency requirements, drawing criticism over the use of public money and the environmental impact of weaker emissions rules.
- 8America's super rich pour hundreds of millions into midterm races●America's super rich are pouring hundreds of millions into the midterms. See the biggest donors so far.
America's wealthiest donors are funnelling hundreds of millions of dollars into the upcoming midterm elections, with business media now tracking the biggest contributors so far. The spending highlights how billionaire-funded super PACs and large individual donations continue to shape congressional and state races, raising fresh attention on the scale of money in US politics ahead of voting day.