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Columbia University to Pay $200M to Settle Trump Probe

By BPN News Desk July 24, 2025

Columbia University has agreed to pay over $200 crore to resolve a civil rights investigation initiated during the Trump administration. The deal will reinstate access to hundreds of millions in federal grants and includes a series of campus reforms aimed at addressing claims of antisemitism. Background of the Dispute The case began earlier this year […]

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White House Denies Trump Epstein Claim

By BPN News Desk July 24, 2025

The White House has denied recent claims that former President Donald Trump was involved in the Jeffrey Epstein case, dismissing reports that his name appeared in secret files as “fake news.” Officials clarified that while Trump’s name came up during internal briefings, no evidence of wrongdoing has been found. Trump Briefed, No Charges According to […]

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Trump Again Claims 5 Jets Shot Down in India‑Pakistan Clash

By BPN News Desk July 23, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated his claim that five fighter jets were shot down during the recent India-Pakistan conflict. This marks the 25th time he has made the statement since May, attracting widespread attention and ridicule. Trump also claimed credit for preventing a nuclear war between the two nations but did not provide specific […]

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US, Philippines Finalise Trade Deal at 19% Tariff

By BPN News Desk July 23, 2025

US President Donald Trump has announced a new trade deal with the Philippines, confirming that imports from the Southeast Asian nation will now be subjected to a 19% tariff. The agreement comes after a high-level meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House, where both leaders declared the deal a milestone in […]

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Obama Rebukes Trump’s ‘Treason’ Claim

By BPN News Desk July 23, 2025

Former US President Barack Obama has strongly criticised Donald Trump’s accusation of treason related to the 2016 Russia investigation. Obama called the allegation “ridiculous”, describing it as a “weak attempt at distraction”, aimed at shifting public attention from Trump’s own controversies. Investigation Targeted by Trump Trump’s claim surfaced in connection with the

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Trump Announces 15% Tariff Deal with Japan

By BPN News Desk July 23, 2025

US President Donald Trump has announced a major trade agreement with Japan, confirming a 15% tariff on imports from the country. This move replaces an earlier proposed 25% tariff and is part of a broader effort to reset trade relations with key partners. The deal, which Trump described as “possibly the biggest ever,” is aimed […]

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Trump Urges Netanyahu to “Rectify” Syria Strikes

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

President Donald Trump has reportedly expressed disappointment over recent Israeli airstrikes on Syrian territory, including sensitive civilian and religious locations. According to officials, the President was not informed in advance of the operations and immediately reached out to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to “rectify the situation.” Gaza

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Trump Administration Blocks Wall Street Journal from Scotland Trip

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The White House has removed The Wall Street Journal from the press pool covering President Donald Trump’s upcoming trip to Scotland. The move comes shortly after the newspaper published a report alleging that Trump sent a personal birthday note to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003. The article sparked strong denials and legal action from the Trump […]

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US Threatens 25% Tariff on South Korea

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

The United States has warned that a 25% tariff on key South Korean exports will come into effect on August 1 unless a new trade agreement is reached. The move is part of Washington’s renewed push to renegotiate economic terms with key allies, reigniting trade tensions between the two countries. Seoul Races to Avoid Economic […]

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Trump Shares Deepfake Video of Obama’s Arrest

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump posted a deepfake video on his Truth Social platform, depicting ex-President Barack Obama being arrested by the FBI inside the Oval Office. The digitally edited clip shows Obama in handcuffs and later in prison attire, despite no real legal proceedings against him. No Indications of Actual Charges There is no evidence […]