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Danish PM unveils plans for welfare push, defiance of Trump

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's new centre-left government will resist U.S. pressure over the future of Greenland, tackle domestic inflation and expand the welfare state, according to a policy document published on Tuesday.After more than two months of negotiations, Frederiksen, 48, on Monday announced an agreement to form her third consecutive government, which could make her Denmark's longest-serving prime minister since World War Two.The immediate to-do list includes ongoing diplomatic talks over Greenland, which U.S. President Donald Trump ⁠has threatened to annex, and

Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers

UAW strike against GM axle supplier continues without talks, union official says

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US states sue Trump administration and TotalEnergies over offshore wind cancellation

Seven U.S. states led by New York sued the Trump administration on Tuesday for cancelling a major offshore wind lease off the coast of New York in exchange for a pledge by its owner to invest instead in fossil fuel projects. The lawsuit in the Washington, D.C., federal court challenges a March 23 decision by the U.S. Department of the Interior to cancel a lease by a subsidiary of France's TotalEnergies, "reimburse" $795 million to the company, and extract a pledge from the company not to develop new offshore wind projects in the United States.Total also agreed to spend nearly $1 billion on a

Local party chief probed after 82 killed in Chinese mining tragedy

US to re-engage with Gavi vaccine alliance amid Ebola outbreak, Rubio says

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AI demand, earnings optimism lift tech giants' market value in May

The world's most valuable technology companies with the exception of Alphabet added billions of dollars in market value in May, as upbeat earnings outlooks and strong demand for AI chips fuelled a rally in their shares.Apple, memory chipmakers Micron Technology, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led the gains, adding $598 billion, $512 billion, $481 billion and $377 billion, respectively, in market value. Their valuations rose to $4.58 trillion, $1.09 trillion, $1.10 trillion and $1.34 trillion, respectively.In late April, Apple pointed to strong demand for its flagship iPhone 17 and MacBook N

Four charged after suspected cartel tunnel found beneath store near Otay Mesa border crossing

Rubio: no change in US policy on Taiwan

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Trump names controversial top housing official to be acting director of national intelligence

Donald Trump on Tuesday named housing official Bill Pulte, who has played a leading role in stoking the president’s retribution campaign, as acting director of national intelligence.Pulte — a wealthy businessman turned Federal Housing Finance Agency director — appears to be an unusual choice given his lack of demonstrated experience in national intelligence.But he has served as an unlikely political attack dog against the Federal Reserve and many of Trump’s perceived political enemies. He also meets the criteria to serve in an acting role given the Senate confirmed him to his role as c

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California votes in primary to pick new governor, and maybe tip balance in Congress

California votes on Tuesday in a primary election that will choose two finalists for governor and Los Angeles mayor while also testing newly redrawn congressional lines that could tip the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives.The marquee contest is the open race for governor, with Governor Gavin Newsom termed out and widely seen as pursuing a run for the White House in 2028. A field of 61 candidates is competing under the state’s “jungle primary," in which the two highest vote-getters advance regardless of party.The latest polls show Democrat and former Biden cabinet secre

The Latest: Rubio says he sees indications that Iran’s new supreme leader is ‘engaged’ with US talks

US lawmakers to grill Rubio, as Iran war enters fourth month

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Knicks' run to the NBA Finals is the talk of New York City: "It's about damn time"

NEW YORK CITY, New York (WCBS) -- The Knicks right now are the beating heart of New York City.There's an undeniable buzz throughout the five boroughs, a fever that hasn't been present since 1999, the last time they made it to the NBA Finals."It sounds like we love our city, we love where were from. It's about damn time," resident Jev Vaughn said."It's the best thing the city's done since 1999," Miguel Guzman said.And while the franchise's first championship in 53 years is hardly a foregone conclusion, there's no doubt these Knicks not only have the respect of their opp

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Man charged with murder in Hawaii triple killing

PUNA, Hawaii (KITV) -- Following a multi-day search and several killings in Puna, 36-year-old Jacob Baker has been hit with a series of criminal charges, including multiple counts of murder.According to the Hawaii Island Prosecutor, 36-year-old Jacob Baker was charged with the following on Friday evening, May 29, 2026:First-degree burglary Unauthorized control of propelled vehicle (auto theft) First-degree theft (2 counts) Fourth-degree criminal property damage Fourth-degree theft First-degree unauthorized entry into motor vehicle (car break-in)Baker’s bail for these

Mamdani-backed congressional candidate deleted posts calling to seize private property, abolish police, borders, prisons

Trump plans to drop 'weaponization' fund, says Axios

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The Latest: Rubio says he sees indications that Iran’s new supreme leader is ‘engaged’ with US talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is facing questions about the Trump administration’s fragile or stalling diplomatic efforts around the world in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began. He testified that U.S. negotiators have seen signs that Iran’s new supreme leader has been engaged with negotiations despite not being seen publicly. Also, Senate Republicans are meeting Tuesday to discuss next steps after the Justice Department said it would comply with a court order pausing the implementation of a $1.776 bi

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Marta Kostyuk dedicates historic French Open quarterfinal win to ‘the Ukrainian people’

After beating compatriot Elina Svitolina in an all-Ukrainian quarterfinal at Roland Garros 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 on Tuesday, tennis player Marta Kostyuk was overcome with emotion.With tears rolling down her face, the 23-year-old addressed the French Open crowd after reaching the first grand slam semifinal of her career, dedicating her achievement to the people of Ukraine who continue to face an uncertain future amid the war with Russia.“I want to start with this historical match that we played today with Elina (Svitolina),” she said.“We had a very difficult night again in Ukraine, especial

Massive Russian attack kills 18 people across Ukraine, officials say, as Moscow escalates fighting

Some hantavirus-exposed cruise ship passengers return home to finish quarantine

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Andreeva and Kostyuk set up Russia-Ukraine clash in French Open semifinals

Marta Kostyuk, the best player on clay this season and a vocal supporter of Ukraine amid the war with Russia, will play her first major semifinal at the French Open against a Russian. Kostyuk won an intense all-Ukraine quarterfinal against Elina Svitolina 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 on Tuesday. That set up Kostyuk against Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, who thumped Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea 6-0, 6-3. In men’s play, up-and-coming Rafael Jodar of Spain was powerless against second-seeded Alexander Zverev, losing 7-6 (3), 6-1, 6-3. The 2024 runner-up from Germany will face

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94 days of paralysis: The Strait of Hormuz remains choked off

The most powerful shipping executives in the world are gathered in Athens this week for the annual International Shipping Exhibition. The hot topic: the Strait of Hormuz.President Donald Trump has said the strait’s reopening is imminent. Administration officials tout ships getting through the vital chokepoint.Yet most shipping executives remain unwilling to send their cargo ships through the 21-mile channel until the United States and Iran strike a definitive peace agreement that includes the safe reopening of the strait.The strait’s closure continues to cut off 20% of the world’s oil su

Restrictions on prediction market bets by US troops part of draft defense bill

Health officials oppose US plan to treat Ebola-exposed Americans overseas

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America’s stock market is surging, but it’s still all about AI

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Takeaways from Jill Biden’s new memoir

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This GOP congressman is running unopposed in Tuesday’s primary. He’s been missing from Washington for nearly three months

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What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to defend California and make inroads in Iowa

Democrats are trying to defend California and make inroads in Iowa in primary elections

Anthropic files to go public in a potentially trillion-dollar debut

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US agency announces interim guidance on Medicaid work requirements

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Anxious GOP lawmakers seek specific promise that DOJ fund is dead before moving on Trump agenda

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Barry Diller's People bids for MGM Resorts, values casino operator at $18 billion

Media mogul Barry Diller's People Inc said on Monday it has proposed to buy MGM Resorts, valuing the casino operator at more than $18 billion, marking the

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Jill Biden shares update on Joe Biden’s cancer

Former first lady Jill Biden spoke with NBC’s Craig Melvin on “TODAY” about her husband’ cancer diagnosis. Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer in 2025.

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From LA to Scottsdale: The Founder Behind AdDynamix Is Building the Bridge Between AI and Business Tools

An LA digital advertising veteran of 28 years has moved to Scottsdale and is building what he calls the missing piece between business software and the AI assistants people now use every day. SCOTTSDALE, AZ. When Benoit Pecqueur talks about his latest company, he sounds less like a founder pitching a product and more like an operator who got tired of watching the same problem repeat itself. “Most small business owners are watching the AI revolution from the sidelines,” he says. “Not because they don’t want it. Because their tools don’t talk to ChatGPT or Claude. Their accountant still pulls