Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at 74. Known as the Father Emir, he ruled from 1995-2013, overseeing significant economic, social, and cultural reforms, transforming Qatar into a major LNG exporter and boosting its global profile.
Acting DNI Bill Pulte, appointed by President Trump, has fired 6 political appointees from former Director Tulsi Gabbard's team and reassigned 45 career intelligence officials back to their home agencies, citing a mandate to drastically reduce the ODNI. The moves, which may precede additional firings, have raised concerns among lawmakers about national security risks.
Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, has become an internet sensation and commercial target after his man-of-the-match performance against Spain in the World Cup. His Instagram following surged from 50,000 to over 14 million, attracting interest from Chinese and European companies.
ABD'de Ulusal İstihbarat Direktörü Vekili Bill Pulte'nin, ODNI'de işten çıkarmalara başladığı iddia edildi. CNN'e konuşan kaynaklar, Pulte'nin tüm çalışanların listesini istediğini ve gelecek haftalarda Ulusal Terörle Mücadele Merkezi'nde 400 çalışanın belirlenmesini istediğini öne sürdü. Kongre üyeleri ise endişelerini dile getirdi.
A Cidade do México adota o axolote, espécie ameaçada, como mascote não oficial para a Copa do Mundo, gerando debate sobre conservação e infraestrutura.
Ulusal İstihbarat Direktörlüğü'nde (ODNI) işten çıkarmalar başladığı bildirildi. FHFA Direktörü Bill Pulte'nin göreve başlamadan önce tüm çalışanların listesini talep etmesi ve ardından toplu işten çıkarma planlarının gündeme gelmesi dikkat çekti. Kongre üyeleri ise bu durumdan endişe duyuyor.
ABD Ulusal İstihbarat Direktörlüğü (ODNI) içinde yüzlerce çalışanın görevden alındığı veya uzaklaştırıldığı iddia ediliyor. Eski Başkan Trump'ın atadığı geçici direktör Bill Pulte'nin yürüttüğü tasfiyenin terörle mücadele ve karşı istihbarat birimlerini ağır etkilemesi bekleniyor. Kongre'den ise güvenlik riskleri uyarısı geldi.
Wayne Rooney's 2012 tweet calling Lionel Messi a 'joke' but the 'best ever' has resurfaced after Messi's performance in the 2026 World Cup. Messi scored twice against Austria, breaking Miroslav Klose's record for most World Cup goals.
Senator Lindsey Graham publicly urged President Trump to withdraw Bill Pulte's nomination for Director of National Intelligence, advocating instead for Jay Clayton. Graham cited Pulte's lack of intelligence background and Trump's linkage of FISA reauthorization to voter ID legislation as problematic.
Bill Pulte, President Trump's pick for acting director of National Intelligence, reportedly arrived a day early and requested a list of all employees to determine potential firings. Sources suggest hundreds of jobs may be cut. Pulte's lack of experience and past use of his housing authority position against political enemies have drawn criticism.
President Trump's controversial pick, Bill Pulte, is set to become acting Director of National Intelligence. This move comes as Trump links the crucial national security program FISA to the passage of a voter ID bill, blocking Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing. Concerns are raised about Pulte's qualifications and potential misuse of intelligence.
President Trump canceled the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence, citing issues with the confirmation of his successor and the acting DNI. This move jeopardizes the reauthorization of Section 702 of FISA, a critical intelligence authority that has lapsed.
President Trump postponed Jay Clayton's confirmation as DNI, keeping Bill Pulte as acting DNI. Trump linked Clayton's approval to passage of surveillance and voter ID legislation.
President Trump threatened to keep housing executive Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence indefinitely unless senators pass his voter ID bill and confirm James McDonald as a top federal prosecutor. Trump's demands have jeopardized the reauthorization of FISA and the confirmation of Jay Clayton for DNI.
President Trump canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing for Director of National Intelligence, citing issues with the confirmation of his successor and the acting DNI. This imperils the reauthorization of Section 702 of FISA.
President Trump canceled Jay Clayton's DNI confirmation hearing, blaming Republicans and Democrats. He cited Republican concessions on FISA reauthorization and the blue slip process for judicial nominees as reasons for the delay, stating Clayton would not be removed until his replacement is confirmed.
President Trump intends to nominate James McDonald as US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, a key role in Wall Street cases. McDonald previously served as director of enforcement at the CFTC and as an assistant US attorney at SDNY. He is involved in Trump's appeal of hush money convictions and a case involving Gautam Adani.
Congress failed to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which expired Thursday night. The House rejected a short-term extension, with nearly 20 Republicans joining Democrats. Senator Ron Wyden also blocked extensions in the Senate. Concerns over President Trump's potential appointment of Bill Pulte as director of national intelligence, and his past insinuations against Fed board member Lisa Cook, have fueled opposition.
Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire, largely due to the market debut of SpaceX. This unprecedented wealth accumulation highlights a growing wealth gap, with many struggling financially while the richest see their fortunes accelerate.
Jay Clayton, procureur fédéral de New York, nommé Directeur National du Renseignement par Trump, devrait être approuvé par le Sénat, alors que Bill Pulte, initialement choisi, a été écarté en raison de son profil trop politique et de son manque d'expérience en sécurité nationale.
Trump ally Bill Pulte has been appointed acting Director of National Intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard earlier than expected. The move has drawn bipartisan criticism due to Pulte's lack of intelligence experience and concerns he may use the role to advance Trump's agenda.
President Trump nominated Jay Clayton as the next Director of National Intelligence, replacing acting head Bill Pulte amid controversy. The selection of Pulte, who investigated political adversaries, led to the House rejecting a surveillance program extension.
Donald Trump announced Jay Clayton as his nominee for Director of National Intelligence, pending Senate confirmation. This move follows a Democratic threat to let surveillance legislation expire, prompting Trump's backing down from a previous pick.
A looming deadline for the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) renewal has created a political standoff in the US Senate. Republicans, led by House Speaker Mike Johnson, are pushing for an extension, but Democrats are blocking it, citing concerns over Donald Trump's nominee for acting Director of National Intelligence, Bill Pulte, and demanding reforms.
