Thousands Celebrate Love and Equality at West Hollywood Pride Parade
Thousands gathered in West Hollywood for the annual Pride Parade, featuring vibrant costumes, colorful floats, and spirited advocacy. The event celebrated diversity, inclusion, and LGBTQ+ rights with a festive and unifying atmosphere.
Tomato Chaos Unleashed at Colombia’s Gran Tomatina Festival
Revelers hurled overripe and unusable tomatoes during Colombia’s Gran Tomatina, a three-day festival inspired by Spain’s famous La Tomatina. Around 20,000 visitors are expected to join the fun, with 45 tonnes of tomatoes set aside for the messy celebration.
Headline:China Rejects Trump’s Trade Accusations as ‘Groundless’
News:China dismissed former President Donald Trump’s claims that it violated the Geneva trade consensus, calling the accusations “groundless.” Beijing vowed to take firm measures to protect its national interests amid rising trade tensions.
Musk’s Denial of $25K Tesla EV Alarmed Top Executives
Some senior Tesla executives were concerned when Elon Musk denied a report last year that the company had scrapped its $25,000 EV project. The affordable model was expected to boost sales significantly, and the denial reportedly conflicted with internal developments, raising questions about Tesla’s direction and transparency.
Taylor Swift Buys Back Masters of First Six Albums
Taylor Swift has purchased the master recordings of her first six albums, gaining full control over her early music after a long-running dispute with her former label. The move marks a major victory for artist rights and ownership.
Trump Jokes About Macron Video, Says “Keep the Door Closed”
Former President Donald Trump commented on a viral video showing French President Emmanuel Macron being pushed in the face by his wife through an open plane door. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump quipped his advice to Macron would be to “make sure the door remains closed.” The lighthearted remark drew laughs but […]
’Tselem Calls for Global Action to Stop New West Bank Settlements
Israeli rights group B’Tselem urged the world to act against Israel’s approval of new settlements in the West Bank. They warn the expansion violates international law and threatens peace efforts.
Canadian Dollar Gains on Strong Economic Data
The Canadian dollar rose against the U.S. dollar Friday, supported by stronger-than-expected economic growth. This boosted expectations that the Bank of Canada will keep interest rates steady at next week’s meeting. The currency is set for its fourth consecutive monthly gain.
Trump to Double Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum to 50%
President Trump announced plans to raise tariffs on imported steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, aiming to boost U.S. manufacturing and protect American jobs. The move, set to take effect June 4, has sparked backlash from allies like Australia and the UK, who warn of trade tensions and industry impact.
OPEC+ Sticks to July Output Hike Amid Supply Shift
OPEC+ has agreed to raise oil production by 411,000 barrels per day in July, matching increases in May and June. The move reflects the group’s push to restore supply faster than originally planned, despite weak oil prices and internal tensions. Key members like Saudi Arabia and Russia continue to unwind earlier voluntary cuts. The decision […]