Macron to address France after Trump describes country as ‘burning’
Footage from French cities showed widespread looting, burned-out cars and smashed store windows.
Politics
politico.eu
18.10.2026
Trump’s bid to make America cheap again has failed
Voters are increasingly linking rising energy prices to the administration’s policies
Finance
ft.com
18.10.2026
Obama backs Ilhan Omar amid probe, accuses Trump admin of 'appalling' targeting in lengthy statement
Politics
foxnews.com
18.10.2026
Joe Rogan Reveals What Drove His Political Shift: 'We Have a Problem'
'The Joe Rogan Experience' podcast host supported Bernie Sanders in 2020 and endorsed Donald Trump in 2024.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.10.2026
Is FIFA scrapping its peace prize after awarding it to US President Trump?
FIFA committee to assess the merits of the award after several members demand its discontinuation.
Sport
aljazeera.com
18.10.2026
U.S. taking Putin’s side would be a ‘historic mistake,’ says Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the U.S. formally siding with Russia’s Vladimir Putin would be a “historic mistake,” but said he still sees President Donald Trump as an ally de
World
nbcnews.com
18.10.2026
Zelensky Takes a Risk by Publicly Confronting Trump Over Russia
Plus, masked Israeli settlers attack a group of European diplomats, and a playboy who inherit the world’s most notorious mercenary force.
World
wsj.com
18.10.2026
Trump’s losing battle with green energy
The Iran war and AI boom are strengthening the case for clean power, despite the president’s efforts to curb it
Finance
ft.com
18.10.2026
In tight Texas Senate race, Trump's immigration crackdown tests Republicans' hold on voters
The race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton is hotly contested and enormously expensive, with total ad spending topping $500 million.
World
latimes.com
18.10.2026
Across Farm Country, Economic Discontent Strains Republican Coalition
Farmers and ranchers have supported President Trump for a decade. But the war in Iran, tariffs and other administration policies have soured some on the G.O.P.
Politics
nytimes.com
18.10.2026
With an ad aimed at Trump, this Republican exposed GOP angst about Latino voters
Rep. María Elvira Salazar filmed an ad warning the president that he's "gone too far" on immigration. It reflected concern among some Republicans that their gains with Latino voters could be at risk.
Politics
npr.org
18.10.2026
Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Erodes With Male Voters Before Midterms
President's standing with male voters hits new low as experts tell Newsweek that weaker turnout could hurt GOP in midterms.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.10.2026
Trump: 'Amazing' Canada deal coming at some point
United States President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Washington and Ottawa would eventually reach an "amazing" trade agreement, despite ongoing tensions between the two countries.
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
18.10.2026
Top takeaways from JD Vance town hall: Costly gas, DC corruption, immigration hot takes and the war
JD Vance defended Trump administration policies on gas prices, Iran's nuclear program, and H-1B visas while blasting Abdul El-Sayed at a CBS town hall.
Politics
foxnews.com
18.10.2026
How Zelensky Decided to Take the Risk and Publicly Confront Trump
The Ukrainian leader is calling out the White House for relaxing pressure on Russia, drawing more ire.
World
wsj.com
18.10.2026
US ambassador urges Israel to prosecute attackers of American journalist
Trump-appointed Ambassador Mike Huckabee calls attack in occupied West Bank a 'despicable act of terror'.
World
aljazeera.com
18.10.2026
Trump’s Russia sanctions waiver called mistake by GOP allies
At least eight Republican senators and several House lawmakers have spoken out against Trump's diesel deal with Russia or the sanctions waiver.
World
japantimes.co.jp
18.10.2026
Trump DOJ Says Judge Questioned Its Lawyers’ Intelligence
The DOJ seeks to remove Judge Ana Reyes, accusing her of hostility toward government lawyers in a fight over a D.C. golf course.
Politics
newsweek.com
17.10.2026
Graham Breaks With Trump Over Russia Sanctions Law Her Brother Championed
Senator Darline Graham, appointed to fill the Senate seat of her late brother, Lindsey, gently disagreed with the president’s decision to exempt Russia from the sanctions legislation.
Politics
nytimes.com
17.10.2026
White House chaos overshadows Trump’s midterms push
Sacking of Katie Zacharia is latest in a week of embarrassing administration mis-steps
Finance
ft.com
17.10.2026