Author: Rachel Maddow

President Trump told Attorney General Pam Bondi to prosecute figures he considers his enemies immediately.He criticized past investigations, claiming, “They impeached me twice and indicted me five times over nothing.”Trump named James Comey, Adam Schiff, and Letitia James, claiming they were “all guilty” but untouched.He told reporters, “They have to act. They have to act fast.” Trump Ousts U.S. Attorney, Nominates Ally Trump removed Erik Siebert, the U.S. attorney in Eastern Virginia, after failed cases against James and Comey.He announced Lindsey Halligan, his personal legal team member, as Siebert’s replacement despite her lacking prosecution experience.Trump praised Bondi but called for…

Hackers struck check-in and boarding systems, forcing Brussels, Berlin, and Heathrow airports to switch to manual operations. Airports Battle Major Travel Disruptions Brussels Airport confirmed the Friday night attack on its service provider disrupted systems at multiple European hubs.Officials said airlines were not directly targeted, but the compromised systems powered check-in, boarding passes, and baggage tags.Collins Aerospace admitted a “cyber-related disruption” affected its software at selected global airports. Brussels Faces Cancellations and Chaos Brussels Airport reported nine cancelled flights, four diversions, and at least 15 delays exceeding one hour on Saturday.Officials later announced half of Sunday’s departures would also be…

The US imposed 50% tariffs on EU steel and aluminium in June, raising serious concerns across European industries.Washington now requires importers to prove the origin of steel and aluminium used in finished products.European companies say this new rule adds costs on top of already punishing baseline tariffs. Industry Struggles With Complex Origin Rules The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association warned that verifying the “melt and pour” origin rule is extremely complex.Suppliers often lack the necessary data, forcing manufacturers to coordinate across multiple tiers.The problem grows when a single part fits several tariff categories, such as steel, aluminium, and copper.In August, the…

In Flensburg, shop owner Hans Velten Reisch provoked outrage after posting a sign banning Jews from his store.The sign read: “Jews are banned from here! Nothing personal. No antisemitism. Just can’t stand you.”Police removed the sign Wednesday evening “to prevent danger” and maintain public order, spokesperson Philipp Renoncourt confirmed.Local reporters later observed the same message still visible inside the shop opposite the entrance door.The case ignited widespread debate across Flensburg and on social media, with many denouncing the discriminatory message.Some compared it to Nazi-era practices, while others demanded boycotts, protests, or even destruction of the shop.By Thursday morning, slogans such…

The Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) gathers NATO contributions to finance US weapons, ammunition, and equipment. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Ukraine expects $3.5 billion by next month to purchase arms and strengthen its defense. NATO allies, except the United States, pool funds through PURL. “We received over $2 billion from partners for PURL,” Zelenskyy said in Kyiv. He added, “We will receive more money in October. I expect around $3.5–3.6 billion.” Zelenskyy declined to reveal details of the first shipments but confirmed they will include Patriot missiles and HIMARS munitions. Patriot systems protect against Russian missile strikes, while HIMARS enhance…

Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada banned fibre optic internet in Balkh province to “prevent immorality.” Authorities enforced a complete shutdown of cable internet across government offices, private companies, institutions, and homes. Residents now depend only on mobile data, which remains operational but slow and costly. Officials confirmed this marks the first provincial ban since the Taliban regained control in August 2021. Government Justifies Ban Without Details Provincial spokesman Haji Attaullah Zaid said the measure aims to block immoral activity. He added that authorities will create an alternative network inside Afghanistan for essential use. Zaid did not explain why Balkh became the…

Investors flocked to Alphabet after a US judge blocked the forced sale of Google’s Chrome browser. The ruling ended nearly five years of antitrust litigation and prevented a breakup of Alphabet’s core operations. The stock climbed more than 4% in European trading on Monday, extending a 30% gain since January. With this surge, Alphabet joined an elite club of tech giants worth over $3 trillion. Nvidia leads at $4.2 trillion (€3.57tr), followed by Microsoft at $3.8 trillion (€3.23tr) and Apple at $3.5 trillion (€3tr). Court Decision Protects Google Assets The US Department of Justice demanded Alphabet sell Chrome and possibly…

Danish researchers examined data from over 77,000 people taking anti-obesity medications without diabetes. They discovered that 52 percent stopped treatment within one year. Eighteen percent quit after three months, 31 percent after six months, and 42 percent within nine months. People under 30 were 48 percent more likely to stop than adults aged 45 to 59. Men and people with chronic conditions also showed higher dropout rates. Cost Pressures Limit Long-Term Use Patients living in low-income areas were 14 percent more likely to discontinue the medications compared to those in wealthier communities. The high price of the drugs may explain…

The United Nations General Assembly voted on Friday to endorse a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. The resolution recognized an independent Palestinian state and condemned both Hamas’s October 7 attack and Israel’s Gaza blockade. Out of 193 members, 142 supported the New York Declaration, 10 opposed, and 12 abstained from the vote. Proposal for Palestinian Authority Control France and Saudi Arabia introduced the resolution envisioning the Palestinian Authority controlling all Palestinian territories. It called for creating a transitional committee after a Gaza ceasefire to oversee administration and governance. The declaration demanded Hamas relinquish its weapons, end its rule in…

Police apprehended the alleged gunman who fatally shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, President Donald Trump announced. Trump told Fox News he learned of the arrest minutes before going on air, expressing confidence in the capture. Reports said an acquaintance of the suspect disclosed crucial details about his location to investigators. Surveillance Footage Reveals Escape The FBI and Utah police released video showing the suspect fleeing after Kirk’s assassination on campus. The footage depicted a man in sunglasses, a black shirt with an eagle, and Converse shoes escaping over rooftops. Police later recovered a high-powered rifle believed to be…