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Trump plans 250-foot ‘Triumphal Arch’ to mark 250 years of US independence
The Trump administration has unveiled plans for a huge structure to mark 250 years since the US declared independence.
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Trump threatens to fire Fed Chair Powell if he doesn’t step down by May 15
In a Fox Business interview, Trump says he will fire Powell if he does not vacate his board seat when his term ends.
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US sending 10,000 more troops to Middle East despite Iran ceasefire
The US is sending additional troops to the Middle East this month, according to The Washington Post.
US-Iran talks: What’s the latest on mediation efforts?
Tehran rejects US conditions on nuclear arms; sanctions relief and strait control fuel diplomatic deadlock in Islamabad.
What are Iran’s $100bn in frozen assets and where are they held?
Iran wants the US to release its frozen assets as part of talks. The money could help it rebuild its battered economy.
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What you need to know about Israel’s ambassador to the US
Israel’s ambassador held talks with his Lebanese counterpart. But critics say Yechiel Leiter is a problematic negotiator
Published On 15 Apr 2026
Trump turns on Meloni, saying she lacks ‘courage’ over US-Israel war on Iran
The US president says he is ‘shocked at her’, delivering a blunt public rebuke to one of his closest European allies.
NBA: Trail Blazers upset Suns, Hornets eliminate Heat in play-in tournament
Deni Avdija sends Portland into the NBA playoffs after a shock road win against Phoenix in the 7th vs 8th play-in tie.
US military says blockade of Iran ports ‘completely’ halts economic trade
US Central Command say more than 10,000 armed forces members, as well as warships and planes, are involved in blockade.
South Africa appoints former apartheid-era negotiator as US ambassador
Roelf Meyer will replace the South African ambassador who was expelled from the US by President Donald Trump in 2025.
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Israel and Lebanon hold direct talks for first time in decades
After the first direct talks in decades, Israel and Lebanon have agreed to begin negotiations.
Published On 15 Apr 2026
