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Trump's Legal Cases After Returning to the White House: Status Update on Criminal and Civil Proceedings
Nov 27, 2025 12:07 pm CST
President Donald Trump's legal landscape has dramatically shifted since his reelection, with four criminal cases being dismissed or resolved and several civil lawsuits continuing through appeals. This comprehensive overview examines where each case stands now, from the dismissed Georgia election interference charges to ongoing civil litigation with E. Jean Carroll and New York State.
Education Amid Ruins: Gaza Children Return to School Without Basic Resources
Nov 27, 2025 12:04 pm CST
After two years of conflict, Palestinian children in Gaza are returning to makeshift classrooms with no books, chairs, or basic supplies. Despite navigating through ruins and performing daily survival tasks like collecting water and waiting for bread, students like 11-year-old Layan Haji express joy at resuming their education. With 97% of Gaza's schools damaged, international organizations are establishing temporary learning spaces and addressing psychological trauma through play-based education.
Russian Fitness Coach Dies After Extreme 10,000-Calorie Junk Food Challenge Gone Wrong
Nov 27, 2025 11:59 am CST
A 30-year-old Russian fitness influencer, Dmitry Nuyanzin, died after undertaking an extreme junk food challenge consuming 10,000 calories daily. The coach was attempting to gain 25kg before demonstrating weight loss techniques to inspire clients, but suffered heart failure in his sleep after weeks of unhealthy eating.
President Trump Condemns Washington DC Shooting of National Guard Members as Act of Terror, Links Suspect to Biden-Era Afghanistan Evacuation
Nov 27, 2025 11:13 am CST
US President Donald Trump has labeled the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington DC as a terrorist act, revealing the suspect is an Afghan national who entered the US during the 2021 evacuation under the Biden administration. The incident, occurring just blocks from the White House, has intensified debate over Trump's controversial military deployments in Democrat-led cities and immigration policies. Both guardsmen remain in critical condition as the FBI investigates the attack as a possible act of terrorism.
Apple Contests India's $38 Billion Global Turnover Antitrust Penalty Framework in Landmark Legal Challenge
Nov 27, 2025 10:18 am CST
Apple has filed the first legal challenge against India's amended antitrust law, which allows penalties based on global turnover. The tech giant faces a potential $38 billion fine in an ongoing case involving app marketplace practices, arguing that such calculation methods are unconstitutional and disproportionate. The landmark case, scheduled for hearing on December 3, could set a precedent for how India penalizes tech companies for competition violations.
Hong Kong's Deadliest Fire in Decades Claims 36 Lives, 279 Missing as Three Arrested for Manslaughter
Nov 27, 2025 09:46 am CST
A devastating fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has claimed at least 36 lives with 279 people still missing as rescue operations continue. Three suspects have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter as investigators examine the rapid spread of flames across seven buildings in a housing complex undergoing renovations. The fire, which began on external scaffolding and spread to multiple high-rise buildings, represents Hong Kong's deadliest blaze in decades.
President Trump Vows "Steep Price" for Shooter Who Critically Wounded National Guard Members Near White House
Nov 27, 2025 09:19 am CST
US President Donald Trump has ordered 500 additional National Guard members to Washington after two guardsmen were critically wounded in a shooting incident near the White House. The suspect, identified as a 29-year-old Afghan national, was also wounded in the confrontation. Trump expressed strong support for the National Guard and promised serious consequences for the shooter, while former President Obama and Vice President Vance also shared messages of solidarity for the injured servicemembers.
National Guard Members Shot Near White House: Latest on the Washington DC Attack
Nov 27, 2025 09:05 am CST
Two West Virginia National Guard soldiers were shot in a targeted attack near the White House, sparking investigation into the motive behind this brazen act of violence. The incident occurs amid controversial military deployment in DC ordered by the Trump administration to address crime concerns. Officials including FBI Director Kash Patel and President Trump have responded while investigators review surveillance footage to determine if the troops were specifically targeted.
Trump Urges Japanese PM to Avoid Taiwan Provocations Following Xi Jinping Call
Nov 27, 2025 08:23 am CST
US President Donald Trump reportedly advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to provoke China over Taiwan's status following a separate call with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This diplomatic exchange highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Taiwan's sovereignty and the delicate balance of power in East Asian relations.
Fatal Shark Attack at Crowdy Bay: Woman Killed and Man Critically Injured on Australia's East Coast
Nov 27, 2025 07:58 am CST
A tragic shark attack at Crowdy Bay near Port Macquarie on Australia's east coast has claimed the life of a woman in her 20s and left a man critically injured. The beach has been closed as authorities work to identify the shark species involved in this deadly incident approximately 350km north of Sydney.