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Rogan warns Trump’s voters feel betrayed by Iran war with ‘no easy way out’
Joe Rogan said the Iran war has angered many Trump voters who supported him partly because he promised to avoid new wars. Speaking with actor Michael Douglas, Rogan called the conflict a quagmire with no easy way out and said events had not matched the picture of an easy victory. Douglas also described the war…
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Zelensky accuses Trump over restrictions on Ukraine’s satellite access
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Donald Trump of betraying Ukraine after access to satellite data used by its forces was restricted. The dispute matters because the loss of live feeds could limit Ukrainian drone operations and defensive capabilities, while Russia continues attacks despite a recently announced energy ceasefire. Ukraine’s military said SpaceX’s Starshield service had…
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Trump says leakers should face firing squad over Iran strike reports
Donald Trump said “leakers should be shot” during a campaign rally in Bullhead City, Arizona, while discussing the run-up to US strikes on Iran. His remarks came as he defended the decision to go to war, which has pushed up petrol prices and could affect Republican prospects in the midterm elections. Trump appeared to refer…
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South Australia’s 11 Michelin-starred restaurants include one two-star venue
South Australia has received Australia’s first Michelin stars, with 11 restaurants in the state recognised. Magill Estate Restaurant in Adelaide earned two stars, while 10 others received one each, putting South Australia on the international dining map. The state government paid for Michelin inspectors to visit, but has not disclosed the cost. It said the…
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Joe Biden faces the ultimate humiliation as his presidential library dream hits the rocks… and an old friend refuses to donate to his ‘tarnished legacy’
Joe Biden’s presidential library plans appear to have stalled amid weak fundraising and uncertainty over a site in Delaware. The setback matters because the proposed library was intended to preserve and present his presidential record, while fundraising and donor support have fallen short of the ambitions described when the project was first discussed. The foundation…
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Faber halts UK supply of Sally Rooney’s books over earnings law
Faber says it can no longer supply Sally Rooney’s books in the UK because legislation could prevent it from passing her UK earnings on to her. Rooney agreed with the decision after saying she intended to continue supporting Palestine Action, which the UK government proscribed under terrorism laws in July 2025. Rooney said the group…
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Texas school cancels its production of Little Shop of Horrors over fears casting girl as male lead would break state’s new drag queen law
South Grand Prairie High School in Texas cancelled its production of *Little Shop of Horrors* after the district said a girl playing the male lead could raise concerns under the state’s law on performances for minors. The decision has prompted criticism from the student’s family and members of the public, and highlights uncertainty over how…
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Trump Aides Admit the House is a Lost Cause
Republican officials increasingly believe the party is unlikely to hold the House in the coming midterm elections, and the White House has shifted towards defending its Senate majority. The change reflects a worsening political outlook for Republicans, with key House races no longer seen as winnable and voters focused on high living and fuel costs.…
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Alaska voters turn away from Trump as Peltola mounts competitive challenge
Donald Trump’s visit to Alaska to support Republican Senator Dan Sullivan has highlighted signs that the state may be less reliably Republican than in recent elections. Some longtime Trump voters are voicing frustration with him, while Sullivan’s Democratic challenger, Mary Peltola, is mounting a competitive campaign. Trump won Alaska by 13 points in 2024, but…
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Students attack Tirana government buildings over university conditions and jobs
Thousands of students protested in Tirana for a second day, attacking government buildings as they demanded better university conditions and job prospects. The unrest reflects broader anger over alleged corruption and lack of transparency in Prime Minister Edi Rama’s government. Part of the education ministry building was set on fire, and the prime minister’s office,…