White House June 7 Call with China's Xi, and Trump-Musk exchange fueled barbs during 20th week in office President Donald Trump and SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk's feud boiled over this week at the White House.
Donald Trump June 5 Merz says US in 'strong position' to stop Putin, Trump says 'let them fight for a little while' Trump compared war in Ukraine to children fighting in a park during a meeting with German Chancellor Merz, who emphasized that Trump is "the key person" who can pressure Russia to end the conflict.
Donald Trump June 5 Germany's Merz to 'adapt' to Trump during high-stakes meeting on tariffs, defense German Chancellor Merz's meeting with President Trump is expected to cover trade disputes and defense concerns, with Merz backing Trump's call to increase NATO's military spending.
World June 4 WWII bombs found in European city force massive evacuation operation Three U.S. World War II bombs found in Cologne defused after prompting the evacuation of 20,000 residents and the closure of hospitals, businesses and transportation routes.
World June 3 Dutch right-wing leader Wilders' party leaves government coalition over immigration The party of populist Dutch political leader Geert Wilders abruptly left the country's governing coalition on Tuesday over a dispute about immigration, a move that brings down the government after less than a year in office.
Donald Trump June 2 Trump's 20th week in office to include White House meeting with European leader, expected call with Xi President Donald Trump's 20th week as commander in chief is set to include a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and a call with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Donald Trump May 29 Chicago mayor calls DOGE 'an act of war,' compares second Trump term to Third Reich Chicago Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson echoes Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s warning and highlights President Donald Trump’s impact on culture and federal agencies.
Europe May 27 Germany's chancellor ends weapons range limits for Ukraine despite Russian nuclear threats Germany lifts range restrictions on weapons to Ukraine, allowing attacks on Russian military positions. Chancellor Merz emphasizes Western support amid conflict.
Hawaii May 26 Scientists 'strike gold' in shocking discovery from Hawaiian volcanic rocks Researchers at Göttingen University find gold and ruthenium in Hawaiian volcanic rocks, suggesting core materials are reaching the Earth's surface.
Germany May 24 Police confirm 18 stabbed by woman at Hamburg train station in Germany, homicide squad investigating A woman allegedly stabbed 18 people at Hamburg Central Station, leaving six in life-threatening condition. The suspect was arrested, and investigations are ongoing.
Germany May 24 German defense minister says military draft could return if volunteer numbers fall short Germany may reinstate compulsory military service if the volunteer system fails, says Defense Minister Pistorius, with a new military service bill potentially effective as early as 2026.