TRUMP THREATENS 35% TARIFF ON EU OVER INVESTMENT SHORTFALLS

President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned that the United States may impose a 35% tariff on European Union imports if the bloc fails to meet its investment commitments under recent trade talks. Speaking at a press event, Trump criticized EU member states for “dragging their feet” on promised investments in U.S. industries, particularly in energy […]

TRUMP THREATENS TO RAISE TARIFFS ON INDIA OVER ECONOMIC TIES TO RUSSIA

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Monday that his administration may impose higher tariffs on India, citing New Delhi’s ongoing economic and defense partnerships with Russia. The threat adds new strain to an already complex trade relationship between the two democracies. “India continues to deepen its ties with Russia, and we are reviewing all available trade […]

SHEINBAUM, TRUMP AGREE TO 90-DAY WINDOW TO AVOID NEW TARIFFS AS TENSIONS MOUNT

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Thursday that she and U.S. President Donald Trump reached a temporary understanding during a phone call to delay the implementation of new tariffs, originally scheduled to take effect Friday. “We had a very good call,” Sheinbaum wrote on X. “We avoided the tariff hike set for tomorrow and secured 90 […]

SMALL PLANE CRASHES ON HIGHWAY NEAR BRESCIA, ITALY

A small aircraft crashed onto a highway near the city of Brescia in northern Italy on [Tuesday/Today], leaving two people dead, authorities confirmed. The crash occurred in the Lombardy region, and local emergency services quickly responded to the scene. Italian media report that the plane burst into flames upon impact, but no motorists were injured. […]

HERNÁN BERMÚDEZ, KNOWN AS “COMMANDER H,” AND FORMER SECRETARY OF SECURITY UNDER ADAN AUGUSTO, IS ACCUSED OF LEADING LA BARREDORA, A GROUP WITH ALLEGED TIES TO THE CJNG

Hernán Bermúdez Requena, a former high-ranking security official in the Mexican state of Tabasco, known as “Commander H,” is a fugitive from justice accused of leading the criminal group La Barredora, linked to drug trafficking, fuel theft, and human trafficking. According to investigative reports, Bermúdez maintained a long-standing political alliance with Senator Adán Augusto López […]

HOUTHI REBELS CLAIM MISSILE STRIKE ON ISRAEL’S BEN GURION AIRPORT USING ‘PALESTINE 2’ HYPERSONIC WEAPON

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed Friday that they launched a hypersonic ballistic missile—reportedly dubbed “Palestine 2″—targeting Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv. The group stated the strike was successful and caused widespread disruption, though Israeli authorities have not confirmed any impact or attack. The Houthis alleged the missile caused “millions of Zionists” to seek shelter and […]

TRUMP SENDS LETTER TO BOLSONARO CRITICIZING BRAZIL’S GOVERNMENT AND SUPPORTING FREE SPEECH

President Donald Trump sent a letter Thursday to former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, expressing solidarity over what he described as “unjust treatment” by Brazil’s legal system. The letter, dated July 17 and shared by Bolsonaro’s team, calls for an immediate end to ongoing judicial proceedings against him. “You were a strong and respected leader who […]

U.S. OFFICIALS RAISE ALARM OVER ALLEGED CARTEL TIES TO MEXICAN POLITICIANS, INCLUDING PRESIDENTS AND GOVERNORS

DEA INFORMANT CLAIMS CARTEL FUNDED LÓPEZ OBRADOR’S 2006 CAMPAIGN; WHITE HOUSE CALLS CARTEL-GOVERNMENT LINKS “INTOLERABLE” According to the article in El Universal, by journalist Carlos Loret de Mola, a growing list of current and former U.S. officials are publicly expressing concern over alleged ties between Mexican political leaders and drug cartels. The latest remarks follow […]

OVIDIO GUZMÁN PLEA DEAL EXPOSES CARTEL BRIBES AND MURDER NETWORK

Ovidio Guzmán López, the 35-year-old son of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, has admitted in U.S. court to coordinating drug shipments, overseeing killings, and bribing officials as part of his leadership role in the Sinaloa Cartel. His guilty plea on July 11 has provided new insight into how the cartel maintained operations by corrupting law enforcement […]

TRUMP WARNS MEXICO OF 30% TARIFFS OVER DRUG TRAFFICKING CONCERNS

President Donald Trump has sent an official letter to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum warning that the United States will impose tariffs of up to 30% on Mexican imports starting August 1 if Mexico does not take stronger action to reduce the flow of drugs into the U.S. The message, delivered this week, underscores mounting trade […]

U.S. IMPOSES FIRST-EVER SANCTIONS ON CUBA’S MIGUEL DÍAZ-CANEL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES

Cuban president, defense, and interior ministers barred from entering U.S. over 2021 crackdown.

The United States announced sanctions Thursday against Miguel Díaz-Canel, the designated president of Cuba, citing “serious human rights violations” related to the government’s violent crackdown on mass protests in July 2021. This marks the first time the U.S. has directly sanctioned Díaz-Canel. The sanctions come under a U.S. policy that allows restrictions on foreign officials […]

SON OF “EL CHAPO” PLEADS GUILTY TO U.S. DRUG TRAFFICKING CHARGES

Ovidio Guzmán López, one of the sons of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, pleaded guilty Friday in a U.S. federal court to charges of drug trafficking, money laundering, and firearms violations. He is the first of “Los Chapitos” — the sons of El Chapo — to reach a plea deal with U.S. […]

FBI CLOSES EPSTEIN PROBE INVOLVING PRINCE ANDREW, LIFTING YEARS-LONG TRAVEL FEARS

SUBTITLE: Prince Andrew may be able to resume international travel after a leaked memo revealed that the FBI is closing its investigation into his links with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. The Duke of York, 65, had largely remained in the UK in recent years, reportedly due to concerns about potential legal action abroad. Sources told […]

PRESIDENT TRUMP IMPOSES 50% TARIFF ON IMPORTS FROM BRAZIL

President Donald Trump announced Monday a 50% tariff on all imports from Brazil, significantly escalating trade tensions between the two countries. The White House said the move was aimed at countering what it called “unfair trade practices” and protecting American industries. In a brief statement, the Trump administration accused Brazil of flooding U.S. markets with […]

CHRISTIAN HORNER OUT IMMEDIATELY AS RED BULL TEAM PRINCIPAL AFTER TWO DECADES

Red Bull Racing has announced the immediate departure of long-serving team principal Christian Horner after 20 years at the helm. The move marks the end of an era during which the Austrian team captured eight drivers’ championships and six constructors’ titles under his leadership. Horner, who had been contracted through 2030, oversaw Red Bull’s most […]

FORMER RUSSIAN TRANSPORT MINISTER FOUND DEAD HOURS AFTER DISMISSAL

Russia’s Investigative Committee confirmed Monday that former Transport Minister Roman Starovoit was found dead in his vehicle outside Moscow, just hours after President Vladimir Putin officially dismissed him from his post by decree. According to committee spokesperson Svetlana Petrenko, Starovoit’s body was discovered in the town of Odintsovo with a gunshot wound. Authorities are treating […]

ICE ARRESTS JULIO CÉSAR CHÁVEZ JR. IN LOS ANGELES ON IMMIGRATION AND CARTEL CHARGES

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested Mexican professional boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. on July 2 in Los Angeles, officials confirmed. The arrest comes as Chávez faces an active warrant in Mexico linked to organized crime, according to ICE. Chávez Jr., son of legendary boxer Julio César Chávez Sr., is being processed for […]

TRUMP ANNOUNCES TRADE DEAL WITH VIETNAM AFTER MONTHS OF NEGOTIATIONS

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that a new trade agreement has been reached with Vietnam, concluding months of negotiations. The deal imposes a 20% tariff on many Vietnamese imports — a figure notably lower than the 46% Trump initially proposed in April. Speaking on Truth Social, Trump said the agreement was reached following […]

EL CHAPO’S SON AGREES TO PLEAD GUILTY IN U.S. COURT

Ovidio Guzmán López, son of imprisoned drug kingpin Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, has signed a plea agreement admitting guilt to drug trafficking charges filed by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to the federal court in the Northern District of Illinois. The signed document, dated June 30, paves the way for Guzmán López to potentially […]