Elon Musk’s time in the Trump administration is coming to an end after a tempestuous 129 days in which the world’s richest man took an axe to government spending – stirring ample controversy along the way. Earlier this week, the South African-born billionaire, on his social media platform, X, thanked President Trump for his time at the Department of Government Efficiency, or Doge. Trump announced he will host a news conference in the Oval Office on Friday with Musk, writing: “This will be his last day, but not really, because he will, always, be with us, helping all the way.”…
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President Donald Trump’s administration can temporarily revoke the legal status of over 500,000 migrants living in the US, the US Supreme Court ruled on Friday. The ruling put on hold a previous federal judge’s order stopping the administration from ending the “parole” immigration programme, established by former President Joe Biden. The programme protected immigrants fleeing economic and political turmoil in their home countries. The new order puts roughly 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela at risk of being deported. Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor, two of the court’s three liberal justices, dissented. The parole programme allows…
When you are seriously hurt in an accident, then you are likely dealing with more than just physical pain. Catastrophic injuries can completely change your life. You might be unable to work, face a mountain of medical bills, and need long-term care. During this stressful time, taking the first settlement offer that comes your way might seem tempting. But before you accept, it is worth taking a step back because rushing into a settlement could cost you far more than you realize. If you are in this position, a lawyer can offer catastrophic injury claim guidance that can make all…
Ever been in the baby aisle, staring at rows of bottles and thinking, “Wait, which one do I actually need?” If you’re a first-time parent, you’re definitely not alone. With all the shapes, sizes, nipple types, and price tags, it can feel like total guesswork. The good news? You don’t need to spend a ton to find a bottle that’s safe, gentle, and actually works for your baby. Sometimes, simple really is best. Bold choices don’t always have to come with a hefty price. In fact, many parents now choose to order online the best baby bottles for newborns without…
The intake manifold is a crucial component in any engine, responsible for evenly distributing air (or an air-fuel mixture) to each cylinder for optimal combustion. For enthusiasts and professionals alike, understanding the intricacies of intake manifold design can unlock significant performance gains. This article will dive into two iconic engine platforms—the small block Chevy intake manifold and the Ford FE—and explore their intake manifold designs, benefits, drawbacks, and tuning considerations. Whether you’re a street roader, a race car enthusiast, or a classic car restorer, this guide will provide valuable insights to help maximise your engine’s potential. The Role of Diesel…
There’s more hanging in your wardrobe than a row of colorful polyester. Your football shirt collection is a silent storyteller, broadcasting your passions, loyalties, and personality to anyone who takes a closer look. It doesn’t matter if you’re a minimalist with a few beloved classics or a collector with an entire closet dedicated to kits; your shirts say more about you than you might think. In this article, we unpack what your football shirt choices reveal about who you are, where you stand in the world of football fandom, and how modern trends, from retro resurgences to international surprises, are…
The trial of Diego Maradona’s medical staff has collapsed in Argentina after it was found that a judge involved in the case had taken part in a documentary about it. The judge in charge of the proceedings said the trial, which began on 11 March and was expected to last until July, would have to start again. Seven members of Maradona’s medical team were charged with negligent homicide relating to the former footballer’s death in 2020. They deny the allegations. One of the three presiding judges, Julieta Makintach, stepped down this week. Maradona, a former Napoli and Argentina midfielder, had…
Lingerie firm Victoria’s Secret has taken down its US website and says it has halted some in-store services following what it has described as a “security incident”. The normal site has been replaced by a customer notice which says it is “working around the clock to fully restore operations”. It says its stores – and those of its spin-off, PINK – are still open for business. The company’s UK website is unaffected. In a statement, the company detailed the action it has been taking. “We immediately enacted our response protocols, third-party experts are engaged, and we took down our website…
Australian actress and comedian Magda Szubanski has been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer. Szubanski is best known for her iconic role as Sharon Strzelecki in the Australian sitcom Kath & Kim, and for her film roles in Babe and Happy Feet. In a video posted to social media, the 64-year-old said she had begun treatment to fight stage four Mantle Cell Lymphoma, a “fast-moving” form of blood cancer. Calling the news “confronting”, Szubanski said she was receiving “world-class care” in Melbourne. “I won’t sugar-coat it: it’s rough. But I’m hopeful,” she said. “I’m being lovingly cared for by…
President Bola Tinubu has told Nigerians that the worst is behind them and that the country is getting better, in a speech to mark the end of his second year in office. Halfway through his term, Tinubu acknowledged the pain his reforms had unleashed, adding that he did not take the patience of Nigerians for granted. “Today, I proudly affirm that our economic reforms are working. We are on course to building a greater, more economically stable nation,” he said. On the day he took office in May 2023, he announced the end of a long-standing fuel subsidy – a…
France will ban smoking in all outdoor places that can be frequented by children, health and family minister Catherine Vautrin has said. The ban will come into force on 1 July and will include beaches, parks, public gardens, outside schools, bus stops and sports venues. “Tobacco must disappear where there are children,” Vautrin said in an interview published by Ouest-France daily. Vautrin added that “the freedom to smoke must end where the freedom of children to breathe fresh air begins”. The outdoor areas of cafes and bar – known as terrasses – will be exempt from the ban, she said.…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Thursday asked a court to allow them hold three suspects in the alleged abduction saga involving Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi. The detectives asked a Milimani court to allow them hold Juja Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Chairman Peter Kiratu Mbaru, David Macharia Gatana and Cirus Kieru Muhia. In a miscellaneous application filed in court, the DCI claims that MP Koimburi was kidnapped from Full Gospel Ebenezer Church in Mugutha by the three respondents, who are reportedly his close associates. The DCI argues that investigations are still ongoing and releasing the suspects at this…
Back in 1999, Martin Lawrence and Eddie Murphy co-starred in the dramedy Life. In the film, the pair played frenemies who are sentenced to life in prison due to a wrongful conviction. More than 25 years later, the two comedians and actors are more than just former co-stars. The pair are locked in for life as in-laws following the union of Lawrence’s daughter, Jasmin, and Murphy’s son, Eric. During a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Murphy revealed that their children tied the knot during a private ceremony for which neither he nor Lawrence was present. “We’re in-laws,” he…
Motown legend Smokey Robinson has filed a $500m (£370m) defamation lawsuit against four former housekeepers who have accused the singer of sexual assault. The legal case filed by the star and his wife Frances on Wednesday in California accused the women of fabricating the sexual assault allegations as part of an “extortionate” lawsuit. The Robinsons say the alleged victims, who filed their case anonomously, went on family holidays with the couple and celebrated holidays together. The singer, who is now also under criminal investigation in Los Angeles over accusations of sexual assault, has denied all the allegations, and his lawyer…
As part of a spree of more than two dozen clemency actions this week, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday commuted the federal prison sentence of Larry Hoover, the founder of a notorious Chicago street gang. Hoover was the leader of the Gangster Disciples and in the 1990s was given six life sentences on conspiracy, extortion, drug and other criminal charges. In addition to his federal sentence, Hoover still faces a 200-year jail term in the state of Illinois for murder, and is unlikely to be released soon. A president is unable to commute state-level sentences. On Wednesday the president…