Trump News for Saturday, October 11, 2025

El-Sisi and Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Leaders from more than 20 countries to attend meeting in Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh, Egyptian presidency says.

Nobel Prize winner Machado says Venezuela is in 'chaos' under current regime

Alana Wise, NPR

The far-right leader of Venezuela's opposition party said that the current president is illegitimate and called for his removal.

Appeals court keeps block on National Guard deployment in Illinois, OKs mobilization

Nicholas Kerr, ABC News

A federal appeals court is maintaining a block on the Trump administration from deploying federalized National Guard troops anywhere within the state of Illinois.

Starmer to attend Egypt summit on Gaza peace plan, No 10 says

BBC News

President Trump will lead Monday's summit, where No 10 says the peace plan will be signed.

Israelis praise Trump at huge rally ahead of expected hostage release by Hamas in Gaza

BBC News

Hundreds of thousands gather in Tel Aviv as Palestinians continue to return to Gaza City after the Israeli withdrawal.

Zelenskyy urges Trump to broker end to Ukraine war after Gaza deal agreed

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Ukraine's president praises Trump's efforts to secure Gaza ceasefire, says other wars 'can be stopped as well'.

Trump Teases Apparently Huge Triumphal Arch Across From Lincoln Memorial

Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff, Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/saradorn/, Forbes

Trump posted a drawing of the arch in a wordless Truth Social post overnight Friday.

Trump directs Pentagon to use 'available funds' to pay military during shutdown

Deepa Shivaram, NPR

President Trump's announcement comes days before active duty members would have missed their first full paycheck as the shutdown of the federal government continues.

WATCH: Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump speak in Israel after ceasefire announcement

ABC News

Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump addressed a crowd gathered in Tel Aviv following the announcement of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Truce fizzles as US-China trade tensions return to full boil

AP, The Times of India

Trade tensions between China and the US have resurfaced with tit-for-tat moves, including new tariffs and export limits on rare earth minerals. These actions have roiled global markets, raising concerns about further escalation. Experts suggest these moves co…

This Week In Techdirt History: October 5th – 11th

Leigh Beadon, Techdirt

Five Years Ago This week in 2020, Reps. Gabbard and Gosar brought out the ridiculous House companion to one of the Senate’s anti-Section 230 bills, while Donald Trump got on board the “repeal 230” bandwagon even though it was copyright that kept getting his c…

Did Trump’s Tariff Trigger A Crypto Purge Or Just A Panic?

Sandy Carter, Contributor, Sandy Carter, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/sandycarter/, Forbes

Trump’s 100% China tariffs sent crypto into chaos, wiping out $16B in longs. Bitcoin plunged, traders panicked, and speculation rose over who saw it coming.

The Best Beers In America—Winners Of The 2025 Great American Beer Festival

Don Tse, Contributor, Don Tse, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/dontse/, Forbes

Each year, thousands of beers from across America are judged in the nation’s largest beer competition.

We're grateful for what Trump is doing for peace, Nobel winner tells BBC

BBC News

María Corina Machado tells Trump of her appreciation for "what he's doing... around the world for peace".

Military Will Receive Paychecks Despite Shutdown, Trump Says

Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff, Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/saradorn/, Forbes

Trump said Saturday the White House has “identified the funds” to ensure troops receive their paychecks on Oct. 15.

WATCH: Farmer finds NASA equipment in neighbor’s wheat field

ABC News

A woman in rural West Texas says she was caught by surprise when she spotted a car-sized piece of scientific equipment that was adorned with NASA stickers.

A Biologist Reveals The Only Recent U.S. President To Have No Pets (Hint: He Won Two Terms)

Scott Travers, Contributor, Scott Travers, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/scotttravers/, Forbes

Forty-five people, all men, have held the office of U.S. president. Almost all of them had pets at some point during their presidency. Here are the few who didn’t (only one of which is a modern-day president).

MAGA Christians Are Demanding Wives Stay Home — But There's 1 Big Problem

Brittany Wong, Buzzfeed

“Erika Kirk has 3 university degrees, she’s a businesswoman and ceo, she got married in her 30s (to a man 5 years younger than her), had kids in her mid 30s,...

Relief, scepticism over Gaza ceasefire at pro-Palestine rally in London

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Tens of thousands gather in British capital with protest leader saying there is 'relief' and 'trepidation' over truce.

Trump vs. Xi: The sequel nobody asked for

CK Smith, Salon

Turning supply dispute into political spectacle, Trump revives old tactic — weaponizing trade for power, headlines

ICE Propaganda Video Hit with DMCA Takedown Over Use of The Cure’s “Friday I’m in Love”

Scoop Harrison, Consequence.net

The Department of Homeland Security had soundtracked a video with The Cure, imagining "life after all the criminal aliens are deported." ICE Propaganda Video Hit with DMCA Takedown Over Use of The Cure’s “Friday I’m in Love” Scoop Harrison

India can grow by 7.5-8% with greater investment in renewable energy: Nicholas Stern

Aanchal Magazine, Siddharth Upasani, The Indian Express

By investing more in clean and efficient infrastructure to meet its sharply higher electricity demands, India can chart a “very different kind of growth” path on its way to becoming a developed nation, according to Nicholas Stern of the London School of Econo…

How Last Year’s Spending Uncertainty Complicates Government Reopening

Doug Criscitello, Contributor, Doug Criscitello, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/dougcriscitello/, Forbes

Uncertainty about the extent to which funds from last year went unspent due to executive actions is complicating efforts to reach a deal to end the government shutdown.

RAF spy planes patrol Russian border in response to Putin’s ‘hybrid war’

Antonia Langford, Yahoo Entertainment

Two RAF surveillance planes were deployed on a 12-hour mission to patrol Nato’s eastern frontier.

ICE Will Hold Immigrants in Jail Accused of “Excessive, Invasive” Gynecological Procedures

Jose Olivares, The Intercept

The Georgia facility gained notoriety for allegations that women received “often unnecessary” gynecological treatment, at times lacking informed consent. The post ICE Will Hold Immigrants in Jail Accused of “Excessive, Invasive” Gynecological Procedures appea…

Major analyst drops 5-word take on market pullback

Moz Farooque, TheStreet

The stock market never ceases to amaze, and with President Donald Trump in the driver’s seat, the script can flip at a moment's notice. Friday, Oct. 10 was...

The Destruction in Gaza Is What the Future of AI Warfare Looks Like

Rhett Jones, Gizmodo.com

American tech companies have given highly consequential support to Israel's campaign.

Africa's oldest leader isn't ready to retire - and he's not the only one defying age

Kate Bartlett, NPR

At 92, Cameroon's President aul Biya is running for an eighth term on Sunday — a reminder of how Africa's aging leaders continue to cling to power, even as their nations face unrest, corruption, and calls for change.

Uranium Energy Corp. (UEC) – A Strong Buy Amid the Push for Uranium Self-Sufficiency

Sultan Khalid, Yahoo Entertainment

Uranium Energy Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN:UEC) is included among the 13 Best Nuclear Power Stocks to Buy According to Analysts. Uranium Energy Corp...

Trump Fires Thousands In Shutdown Layoffs—Hitting Treasury And Health Departments Hardest: Here’s What To Know

Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff, Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/saradorn/, Forbes

The federal government began sending layoff notices Friday to about 4,200 employees across multiple agencies.

Biden receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer

BBC News

The 82-year-old former US president - who was diagnosed with an aggressive prostate cancer in May - is also getting hormone treatment.

White House Lays Off Thousands of Workers Amid Shutdown

today.com, Biztoc.com

As the government shutdown continues, the White House has begun firing more than 4,000 federal workers from a variety of agencies that President Donald Trump has referred to as “Democrat-oriented.” Budget director Russ Vought is also making permanent cuts to …

NPR CEO on Public Media in the Age of Trump

youtube.com, Biztoc.com

NPR CEO Katherine Maher discusses the struggle to fund nealy 250 member stations, who received as much as 70% of their funding from the federal government before it was cut. ---------- Like this video? Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@Bloomberg-News Bloombe…

Zelensky, Trump hold call on Saturday

breakingthenews.net, Biztoc.com

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with United States President Donald Trump on Saturday, Zelensky's chief of staff Andriy Yermak said in a Telegram post. "President Ze...

Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) Reports Solid Yearly Revenue Growth in September 2025

Ali Ahmed, Yahoo Entertainment

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE:TSM) is one of the 10 Most Profitable Stocks of the Last 5 Years. On October 9, Taiwan Semiconductor...

ECARX Holdings (ECX) Announces Next Gen AI Experience for its New Sedan and Hybrid SUV

Talha Qureshi, Yahoo Entertainment

ECARX Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:ECX) is one of the Best Small-cap EV Stocks to Buy According to Analysts. On September 25, ECARX Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:ECX...

A 400-year-old prophecy foretold America’s loss of faith — and its revival

Andrew Fowler, TheBlaze

While history suggests that religious zeal often follows and quickly fades after events like the assassination of Charlie Kirk, prophetic visions from more than 400 years ago shine a light on our current situation and offer hope for a sustained faith revival.…

Why the White House Is Hosting an MMA Fight

Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic

Donald Trump’s partnership with the UFC takes his desire to identify with winners to snarling new heights.

New report examines fossil fuel ties of dozens of Trump administration hires

Aidan Hughes, Martha Pskowski, Inside Climate News, InsideClimate News

Public Citizen and the Revolving Door Project found 43 fossil-fuel industry insiders among nominees and appointees to agencies charged with enforcing energy and environmental policy.

Trump strikes back at China with a 100% tariff and critical software ban — major escalation retaliates for China's rare earth restrictions

ashilov@gmail.com (Anton Shilov) , Anton Shilov, Tom's Hardware UK

President Trump imposed a 100% tariff on Chinese goods and announced export controls on undefined 'critical software,' a move that could cripple China’s tech and manufacturing sectors more than tariffs themselves.

Princeton University To Resume Requiring ACT Or SAT For Admission In 2028

Michael T. Nietzel, Senior Contributor, Michael T. Nietzel, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaeltnietzel/, Forbes

Princeton University will resume requiring standardized test scores for undergraduates seeking admission to the university beginning with the 2027-28 admission cycle.

Hamas presses Israel to free prominent prisoners as part of Gaza deal

BBC News

It is unclear if disagreement over the list of Palestinian prisoners will affect the release of hostages within the agreed 72 hours.

The Big Beautiful Bill Tax Provisions Will Be On The CPA Exam In 2026

Nathan Goldman, Contributor, Nathan Goldman, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/nathangoldman/, Forbes

Starting July 2026, the tax provisions that changed under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 will be tested on the CPA exam.

The world is producing more food crops than ever before

Bryan Walsh, Vox

If you ever find yourself in Battery Park City in Lower Manhattan, turn down Vesey Street toward North End Avenue. You’ll arrive at something unusual: a collection of stones, soil and moss, artfully arranged to look over the Hudson River.  It’s the Irish Hung…

Bari Weiss and the Israel narrative in the US

Al Jazeera English

A relentless push to control how Israel is seen in US media - led by the billionaire Ellison family.

The National Guard Can Be Federalized Three Ways. None Apply Now

bloomberg.com, Biztoc.com

The Canadians Are Angry. Other Tourists Might Be, Too

bloomberg.com, Biztoc.com

Market Approaches to Telling the Future and Incarceration

bloomberg.com, Biztoc.com

This Flu Season Doesn’t Have to Be as Deadly as the Last

bloomberg.com, Biztoc.com

Why Gaza still looks to the sea for true peace

Sara Awad, Al Jazeera English

There may be a ceasefire on the ground, but the siege has not ended. We still need the freedom flotillas.

Violence erupts in eastern Pakistan as Islamists try to march on capital for pro-Palestinian rally

AP, The Indian Express

In a statement, the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan party, or TLP, claimed that two of its supporters had been killed and 50 others injured since Thursday.

US–China trade tensions flare again – why it matters to India & the world

Ravi Dutta Mishra, The Indian Express

Both Chinese and American posturing on trade assumes significance for India, which is in the midst of negotiations for a trade deal with the US.

Scientists Completed a Damning Toxicity Report on This Forever Chemical. The EPA Hasn’t Released It.

Sharon Lerner, ProPublica, Gizmodo.com

Agency scientists found that PFNA could cause developmental, liver and reproductive harms. A final report was allegedly ready in mid-April.

Science news this week: Astronomers close in on comet 3I/ATLAS's origins, a strange gravity anomaly discovered off Africa and AI designs brand-new viruses

ben.turner@futurenet.com (Ben Turner) , Ben Turner, Live Science

Oct. 11, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

Links 10/11/2025

Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com

Our lightening daily links: Ig Noble pasta trick, China drops hammer on US, Trump drug war, Macron agonistes, Candice v. genociders, Russia massive missile strike, RFK, Jr. links circumcision to autism, shutdown firings, more debt/dollar worries, Musk's crash…

‘There is consensus on most of it’: Trump says Israeli hostages to be freed Monday under US-backed Gaza ceasefire

Express Web Desk, The Indian Express

He described the coming days as critical to the ceasefire deal, calling Monday “big” and saying that several hostages are still being held “in some pretty rough places, where only some people know where they are.”

Who are the real Americans? We are

Kirk Swearingen, Salon

Never mind the ignorant fantasies coming from the White House. Chicago and Portland are showing us true patriotism

'Happy Gilmore' Producer Buys Spyware Maker NSO Group

Lily Hay Newman, Wired

Plus: US government cybersecurity staffers get reassigned to do immigration work, a hack exposes sensitive age-verification data of Discord users, and more.

Chicago ICE crackdown's first casualty, a father of two, had built a quiet life in the US

By Renee Hickman and Lizbeth Diaz, Yahoo Entertainment

CHICAGO/MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -When Silverio Villegas Gonzalez was 12 minutes late for his shift at Tom & Jerry's Gyros, a diner on Chicago's northwest side,...

Trump issues a Columbus Day proclamation to 'reclaim' the explorer's legacy

Ayana Archie, NPR

President Trump said "left-wing radicals" have tried to tarnish Columbus' legacy, and the proclamation is a way to preserve it. Some experts say it's a way to erase the heritage of Native Americans.

For Trump’s perceived enemies, the process may be the punishment

Paul M. Collins Jr., Salon

The indictments against Trump's foes may be weak — but the cases could be costly and lengthy.

Did Qatari Money Drive Trump’s Push for Gaza Ceasefire?

Jonah Valdez, The Intercept

Trump’s stance on Gaza shifted after Israel’s attack on Qatar — a close ally where he and his family have key business deals. The post Did Qatari Money Drive Trump’s Push for Gaza Ceasefire? appeared first on The Intercept.

MAGA Implodes over Kristi Noem’s “Stare Down” with Man in Chicken Suit

Greg Sargent, The New Republic

This week, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem staged a bizarre photo op in Portland that appeared designed to bolster President Trump’s effort to deploy Oregon’s National Guard against ICE protesters in the city. Noem stood on a rooftop observing protest…

How Affordable Care Act subsidies became a sticking point in the government shutdown

Mary Kekatos, ABC News

As the federal government shutdown enters its tenth day, one major health care issue has continued to be a sticking point: insurance subsidies.

First US flight with third-country deportees arrives in Guatemala

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

The flight brought three Hondurans and 56 Guatemalan nationals, according to Guatemala’s IGM migration agency.

The US government is still shut down. Here's what's been happening — and why it could last a long time

Bryan Metzger, Business Insider

The US government shut down 10 days ago, and there's little indication that it will reopen anytime soon. At the center of it all is healthcare.

She posted about Charlie Kirk's death. Within eight hours, she was fired

Huo Jingnan, NPR

Alexandra is one of many people who lost their jobs for posting about the conservative influencer's death. She described the online mob that got her fired as "state-sponsored censorship."

‘Trump Surprise’ Triggers Huge Crypto ‘Flash Crash’ As Traders Brace For Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, BNB And Solana Price ‘Wipeout’

Billy Bambrough, Senior Contributor, Billy Bambrough, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/billybambrough/, Forbes

Traders are bracing for further declines as the bitcoin price crash suddenly accelerates amid uncertainty over U.S. president Donald Trump’s fresh China tariffs...

China offers cash bounties for information on Taiwanese military officers

News Agencies, Al Jazeera English

Beijing accuses 18 personnel of spreading 'separatist' propaganda after Taiwan leader promises air defence boost.

Are We Waking Up Fast Enough to the Dangers of AI Militarism?

Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com

The Trump Administration is eager to integrate AI into military operations, even as experts warn: “The AI is always playing Curtis LeMay.”

What Trump’s role in Gaza deal means for his presidency

CBC News

While the deal to halt the war in Gaza matters most for its potential to save the lives of Israeli hostages and Palestinian civilians, it could also become a personal political triumph for U.S. President Donald Trump.

IN PHOTOS | This week's most compelling images

CBC News

Photographers from CBC News, The Canadian Press, Reuters and others document our changing world every day. Here's a selection of the week's top images.

How Canadian steelmakers are 'greening' their steel amid tariffs, global challenges

CBC News

Steelmaker Algoma says U.S. tariffs on steel are pushing it to more quickly transition to electric steelmaking. Here's why decarbonizing steel is such a big deal, how it's being done in Canada and what's needed for a successful transition in challenging times.

Thousands of Palestinians return to what’s left of their homes as Gaza ceasefire takes effect

AP, The Indian Express

Questions remain over who will govern Gaza as Israeli troops gradually pull back and whether Hamas will disarm.

Growing popularity of anti-Trump protests prompts GOP smears and lies

youtube.com, Biztoc.com

Jen Psaki looks at how the effectiveness and increasing popularity of anti-Trump protests have driven some Republicans into ...

Trump’s latest tariffs trigger over US$6 billion in cryptocurrency liquidations

scmp.com, Biztoc.com

Cryptocurrency market traders have been hit by record liquidations just days after bitcoin hit a fresh all-time high, with volatility triggered in large part by the latest round of tariffs from US President Donald Trump. Crypto prices tumbled on Friday after …

Trump administration lays off dozens of CDC officials, NYT reports

reuters.com, Biztoc.com

Trump's fresh tariff threats knock Europe stocks to weekly loss in last-minute slide

Reuters, The Times of India

European markets experienced a sharp decline on Friday, reversing earlier weekly gains due to renewed trade war anxieties sparked by U.S. President Trump's tariff threats. Auto stocks led the downturn, while political uncertainty in France also weighed on inv…

Trump tariff threat pushes oil to five-month low

Reuters, The Times of India

Global oil prices tumbled over $2 a barrel as President Trump's threat of increased tariffs on China sparked fears of reduced demand. Analysts point to this, coupled with rising OPEC production and a Gaza ceasefire, as key drivers for the market's shift to a …

News Today Live Updates, 11 October | Fire engulfs metro warehouse, scrap godown in UP’s Kanpur

Express Web Desk, The Indian Express

Latest News Live Updates | Several fire tenders were at the spot near Morang Mandi in the Panki police station area.

Gold pares gains after brief run above $4,000/oz on Trump's China tariff warning

Reuters, The Times of India

Gold prices surged past $4,000 an ounce again this week. This rally was fueled by US President Donald Trump's warning of new tariffs on China. Global uncertainties, including potential French government collapse and US shutdown, also boosted safe-haven assets…

Denmark to boost Arctic defence by $4.26bn, plans to buy 16 new F-35s

Fiona Kelliher, Al Jazeera English

The investment is the latest in Denmark's multibillion-dollar spending spree amid Trump's threats to acquire Greenland.

What Does Donald Trump’s “War from Within” Mean in Practice?

The New Yorker

The President’s chilling vision of turning American military power inward.

Biggest Crypto Liquidation Ever Sees $16B Longs Decimated Amid Market Chaos

Sam Reynolds, CoinDesk

Trump’s 100% tariff warning on China ignited a global sell-off that wiped out $16 billion in leveraged crypto longs and pushed Ethena’s USDe to a rare sub-$1 print.

Icebreakers and golf spark Trump and Finnish leader's unlikely friendship

BBC News

Alexander Stubb has become a key voice for Europe at the White House amid the Ukraine war.

Trump’s Doctor Says Health ‘Exceptional’ After Walter Reed Visit

bloomberg.com, Biztoc.com

I Want A New Drug. A Vaccine Even. And A Functioning FDA, CDC, NIH, Etc…

Cathy Gellis, Techdirt

My cancer is back. This is disappointing but not unexpected; of the 2/3 of people who survive their first bout with ovarian cancer, 80% usually have it recur at some point. For me it was sooner than expected, and disheartening because, even if I beat it back …

US President Trump says Israeli captives to be released from Gaza on Monday

Fiona Kelliher, Al Jazeera English

The US president told reporters that the bodies of Israelis who died in captivity in Gaza are 'being unearthed'.

Trump threatens China with export controls on Boeing parts

By Dan Catchpole and Steve Holland, Yahoo Entertainment

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States could impose export controls on Boeing plane parts as part of Washington's response to Chinese export limits on rare ...

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,325

Fiona Kelliher, Al Jazeera English

Here are the key events from day 1,325 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Ether Prices Plunge 20% To $3,500 As Tariff Fears Roil Markets

Charles Lloyd Bovaird II, Senior Contributor, Charles Lloyd Bovaird II, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/cbovaird/, Forbes

Ether prices fell sharply on Friday, October 10, dropping from $4,400 to almost $3,500 as tariff concerns fueled losses in risk assets.

Watch: Trump Speaks After Hitting China With 100% Additional Tariffs

youtube.com, Biztoc.com

President Trump announced a 100% additional tariff on China after Beijing placed new restrictions on the export of rare-earth ...

Maria Corina Machado says her Nobel tells Venezuelans that "we are not alone"

Lilia Luciano, CBS News

Maria Corina Machado is the leader of the pro-democracy movement in Venezuela, which is under a dictatorship so brutal she has been forced to live in hiding.

DJI Just Launched a Secret Camera Brand to Dodge US Tariffs (Here’s Where To Buy It)

Sarang Sheth, Yanko Design

DJI Just Launched a Secret Camera Brand to Dodge US Tariffs (Here’s Where To Buy It)There’s a new camera brand in town called Xtra, and it’s selling cameras that look exactly like DJI’s most popular models, except without the tariff...

TrumpRx Is a Narcissistic, AI-Generated Nightmare

Matt Novak, Gizmodo.com

AI art really has become the aesthetic of grifters and fascists.

LIVE: Palestinians return to destroyed Gaza homes as Israel ceases fire

Lyndal Rowlands, Alastair McCready, Al Jazeera English

US President Donald Trump says Israeli captives held in Gaza will be released on Monday.