Bill Gates has gifted $7.9 billion to Melinda Gates' nonprofit, Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation, in a massive charitable transfer. This significant move, part of a post-divorce agreement, instantly elevates her foundation to one of the world's most well-funded private charities. The funds will support initiatives in mental health, reducing political violence, and women's workplace leadership.
A man was arrested near Philadelphia's Mount Moriah Cemetery with approximately 100 human skulls and other body parts, linked to weeks of grave robberies. Investigators found extensive remains, including torsos and mummified limbs, at the suspect's home and a storage unit. The motive for the desecration of the historic burial ground remains under investigation.
Barron Trump, now 19 and an NYU sophomore, is quietly taking elocution lessons to refine his speech and build confidence, according to family sources. Raised multilingual under Melania Trump’s close watch, his accent reflects his upbringing. The effort isn’t about fame, but privacy, self-definition, and preparing for a future where every word may be scrutinized.
Vivek Ramaswamy's social media departure follows a resurfaced excerpt from his book, sparking accusations of casteism. The original text, however, aimed to explain social hierarchy using personal anecdotes, not to boast. This incident highlights how social media distorts context, fueling divisive narratives and contributing to Ramaswamy's decision to step away from online platforms.
The US military’s E-4B Nightwatch, the airborne command centre designed for nuclear war and national catastrophe, was spotted on an unusual multi-city flight, prompting scrutiny. The rare public appearance drew attention to the aircraft’s role as the National Airborne Operations Center, its extreme survivability features, and its function within the US nuclear command system during worst-case scenarios.
US President Donald Trump, speaking during a White House meeting with oil executives on Venezuela, again claimed he stopped a looming India–Pakistan war, saying “eight planes were shot down” before he intervened. He argued that his role in resolving multiple conflicts, including between the nuclear-armed neighbours, made him deserving of a Nobel Peace Prize, repeating assertions he has made in earlier interviews.
President Donald Trump took a call from Fox News during a New York Times interview. The interview, held in the Oval Office, was interrupted multiple times by phone calls. Trump also spoke with Colombian leader Gustavo Petro. This marked a rare extended engagement with the Times, a publication Trump has often criticized.