Iran Taunts ‘Gambler Trump’ in New Threat to ‘Criminal America’
By Amir Daftari is a Newsweek reporter based in London, specializing in global affairs with a focus on the Middle East. He joined Newsweek in 2024 from the United Nations and has previously worked at CNN International. A graduate of the London School of Economics, Amir has received multiple awards for his reporting, including his […]
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Thousands of Americans Told To ‘Take Cover Now’ Over Tornado Threat
Tornado warnings blared across central and eastern North Dakota on Friday night, as a series of dangerous storms prompted the National Weather Service (NWS) to urge thousands of residents to “TAKE COVER NOW.” Why It Matters Tornadoes are among the most violent and unpredictable weather events. With wind speeds ranging from 65 to over 200 […]
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Maple Leafs Named Possible Threat to Steal Brad Marchand
Brad Marchand and the Florida Panthers were able to win their second straight Stanley Cup Final this week, knocking off the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 to take the series. In what was another magical run, the Panthers capped off an impressive all-around season. Despite facing some adversity, Florida was able to avoid going to […]
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China Reacts to Trump Khamenei Threat
By Shane Croucher is a Breaking News Editor based in London, UK. He has previously overseen the My Turn, Fact Check and News teams, and was a Senior Reporter before that, mostly covering U.S. news and politics. Shane joined Newsweek in February 2018 from IBT UK where he held various editorial roles covering different beats, […]
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Canadian GP Faces Wildfire Threat Ahead of F1 Race Weekend
Formula One‘s upcoming Canadian Grand Prix faces a significant threat from last week’s wildfires. However, the threat is not from the fire but from the smoke being emitted that has blanketed large areas. With more than 200 locations said to be affected, the air quality worsened to an alarming level. The situation led many to […]
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Map Shows States Under Tornado Threat as Pineapple-Sized Hail Forecast
Two southern states may experience severe storms, hail and possibly tornadoes on Sunday. The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned of a potential severe weather outbreak across the Southern Plains, with the possibility of several tornadoes, destructive wind gusts reaching 80 to 100 mph, and giant hailstones up to 5 inches in diameter—about the size […]
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Beijing Hits Back After Hegseth Calls China a Threat
China has it back at Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth after he described the country as a threat to the United States, amid growing tensions between Washington and Beijing. “Hegseth deliberately ignored the call for peace and development by countries in the region, and instead touted the Cold War mentality for bloc confrontation,” the Chinese […]
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Russia’s Economy Facing Triple Threat
Russia’s economy faces the triple threat of a banking crisis, companies forgoing dividend payouts and a sharp downturn in growth as the sanctions-hit country experiences continued turbulence due to President Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The Kremlin-linked Center for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting (CMASF) has warned of problems in the banking sector which […]
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Texas and Louisiana Face Memorial Day Tornado Threat
Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued in parts of Texas and Louisiana on Memorial Day, with the possibility of thunderstorms, hail and tornadoes. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned residents in affected regions to remain alert to possible tornadoes, and to expect damage to roofs, sidings and trees. Why It Matters Memorial Day sees people […]
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Teenagers’ Summer Jobs Under Threat
Each summer, millions of teens shift from the classroom to the checkout counter. But with widespread economic uncertainty, increasingly essential extracurricular commitments and the rise of automation, the opportunities for America’s youth to gain experience—and earn a little cash along the way—may be quietly vanishing. A report last week from Challenger, Gray & Christmas (CGC) […]
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