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Trump claims LA being invaded by 'foreign enemy'

In a hardline speech at one of the country's biggest army bases, Trump described protesters as "animals" and got troops to boo the names of California Governor Gavin Newsom and ex-president Joe Biden.

14 hours ago
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Two Indonesians arrested in LA immigration raids

Two Indonesian nationals were arrested during a recent wave of immigration raids in Los Angeles, the Foreign Ministry confirmed, adding that consular officials are actively coordinating with local authorities to provide assistance to the detainees. ...

1 day ago
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Trump administration deploys Marines to Los Angeles

Some 700 Marines based in Southern California were expected to reach Los Angeles Monday night or Tuesday morning, officials said, as part of a federal strategy to quell street demonstrations opposing the immigration raids, which are a part of a signature effort of President Donald Trump's second term. ...

1 day ago

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Albanese blasts targeting of journalist in LA unrest

Australian 9News reporter Lauren Tomasi was hit in the leg by a rubber bullet on Sunday while reporting on live television. Her employer said she was sore but unharmed.

1 day ago
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China tells citizens in Los Angeles to boost personal security

"Chinese citizens in the region (should) strengthen personal security measures, stay away from gatherings, crowded areas, or places with poor public security, and avoid going out at night or travelling alone," the consulate said in a statement.

2 days ago
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Canadian PM Carney invites Prabowo to G7 summit

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited President Prabowo Subianto to the upcoming Group of Seven (G7) summit in mid-June.

2 days ago
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Political divide widens as Trump deploys National Guard to Los Angeles

"Important to remember that Trump isn't trying to heal or keep the peace. He is looking to inflame and divide," Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said in one of the most direct rebukes. 

2 days ago
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Colombia's potential presidential contender shot, suspect arrested

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, as his wife said he was fighting for his life in hospital.

3 days ago
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Trump deploys National Guard over LA immigration protests

The US president took federal control of California's state military to push soldiers into the country's second-biggest city, where they could face off against demonstrators. It is a rare move that Governor Gavin Newsom said was "purposefully inflammatory."

3 days ago
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Trump threatens Musk with 'serious consequences' in spending bill row

US President Donald Trump threatened his former advisor Elon Musk with "serious consequences" Saturday if the tech billionaire seeks to punish Republicans who vote for a controversial spending bill.

3 days ago
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Trump threatens Elon Musk with 'serious consequences' in spending bill row

The comments by Trump to NBC News come after the relationship between the world's most powerful person and the world's richest imploded in bitter and spectacular fashion this week.

3 days ago
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Trump deploys National Guard as Los Angeles protests against immigration agents continue

President Donald Trump's administration said it would deploy 2,000 National Guard troops on Saturday as federal agents in Los Angeles faced off against demonstrators for a second day following immigration raids.

3 days ago
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US court says Trump can bar AP from key White House events for now

President Donald Trump can bar The Associated Press from some White House media events for now, a federal appeals court ruled Friday, pausing a lower court order to give access to the US news agency's journalists.

4 days ago
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Brazil fires drive acceleration in Amazon deforestation: Report

A record fire season in Brazil last year caused the rate of deforestation to accelerate, in a blow to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's pledge to protect the Amazon rainforest, official figures have showed.

4 days ago
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From bros to foes: How the unlikely Trump-Musk relationship imploded

When Donald Trump met privately with White House officials on Wednesday, there was little to suggest that the US president was close to a public break with Elon Musk, the billionaire businessman who helped him win a second term in office.

4 days ago
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Trump bans nationals from 12 countries, citing security concerns

US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday banning the nationals of 12 countries from entering the United States, saying the move was needed to protect against "foreign terrorists" and other security threats.

6 days ago
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Harvard seeks end to US funding cuts, says public health research in peril

Harvard University asked a federal judge on Monday to issue a summary judgment ruling to unfreeze US$2.5 billion in funding blocked by President Donald Trump's administration, which Harvard said was illegal.

1 week ago
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US pushes countries for best offers by June 4 as tariff deadline looms

The Trump administration wants countries to provide their best offer on trade negotiations by June 4 as officials seek to accelerate talks with multiple partners ahead of a self-imposed deadline in just five weeks, according to a draft letter to negotiating partners seen by Reuters.

1 week ago
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Trump, Xi will 'likely' talk this week: White House

Trump reignited strains with China last week when he accused the world's second-biggest economy of violating a deal that had led both countries to temporarily reduce huge tit-for-tat tariffs.

1 week ago
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FBI probing 'targeted terror attack' in Colorado

"We are aware of and fully investigating a targeted terror attack in Boulder, Colorado," FBI chief Kash Patel said on X.

1 week ago
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Indonesian Marines take part in Reconex 2025 with USMC personnel

Marine Corps personnel conducted two separate exercises to improve their reconnaissance and artillery firepower capabilities 

1 week ago
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Trump pulls Musk ally's NASA nomination, will announce replacement

The White House on Saturday withdrew its nominee for NASA administrator, Jared Isaacman, abruptly yanking a close ally of Elon Musk from consideration to lead the space agency.

1 week ago
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Crypto duo faces kidnapping charges in alleged bitcoin theft attempt

In recent months, cases of kidnappings or attempted abductions in the cryptocurrency world have multiplied globally as bitcoin, the most capitalized cryptocurrency, has grown to historical peaks.

1 week ago
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US says it will start revoking visas for Chinese students

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Wednesday the United States will start "aggressively" revoking visas of Chinese students, including those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields.

1 week ago
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Elon Musk leaving Trump administration, capping turbulent tenure

Billionaire Tesla CEO Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration after leading a tumultuous efficiency drive, during which he upended several federal agencies, but ultimately failed to deliver the generational savings he had sought.

1 week ago
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Higher education ministry assures support for Indonesian students at Harvard

The Higher Education, Science and Technology Ministry has pledged to support Indonesian students currently enrolled at Harvard University following a controversial move by United States President Donald Trump to bar the world-renowned institution from accepting international students.

2 weeks ago
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US suspends student visa processing

The White House is cracking down on foreign students at US universities, revoking visas and deporting those involved in protests against the war in Gaza, accusing them of supporting Palestinian militant group Hamas.

2 weeks ago
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Indonesia on lookout amid Trump’s block on Harvard foreign students

Indonesian representatives in the United States are preparing to provide consular assistance and suggesting that Indonesian students to stay calm amid US President Donald Trump’s policy to block Harvard University’s right to enroll international students.

2 weeks ago
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Trump defends block on foreign students at Harvard

US President Donald Trump defended on Sunday his administration's move to block foreign students at Harvard after a judge suspended the action, branded by the top university as unlawful.

2 weeks ago
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Judge temporarily halts Trump block on foreign students at Harvard

President Donald Trump is furious at Harvard, which has produced 162 Nobel prize winners, for rejecting Washington's oversight on admissions and hiring amid his claims the school is a hotbed of anti-Semitism and "woke" liberal ideology.

2 weeks ago

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