Demand slump fuelled by Trump tariffs hits US ports and air freight

A federal judge temporarily halted the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was taken into custody by ICE during a check-in after previously being mistakenly deported to El Salvador. The judge expressed concerns over the potential deportation to Uganda and stated that the government failed to prove he would not face harm, emphasizing the protection of constitutional rights during legal proceedings. Want More Context? 🔎

German arms manufacturers, particularly Rheinmetall, are facing potential property attacks amid rising protests linked to anti-military sentiment fueled by current conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. The Federal Criminal Police Office has warned of risks associated with the "Disarm Rheinmetall" protests planned in Cologne, while Rheinmetall has stated it is coordinating with security authorities to ensure safety. Want More Context? 🔎

Washington — Rep. James Comer has subpoenaed Jeffrey Epstein's estate for documents related to its investigation into Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, including communications involving past presidents and a leather-bound "birthday book." The House Oversight Committee is also seeking testimony from former officials, including Alex Acosta, who oversaw Epstein's controversial non-prosecution agreement. Want More Context? 🔎

The African Union is advocating for a revamp of the Mercator map, which misrepresents Africa's size compared to Europe and North America, undermining the continent's significance. Their initiative, "Correct the Map," proposes using the 2018 'Equal Earth' map to accurately reflect Africa's true scale, reinforcing its geopolitical and economic importance. Want More Context? 🔎

Winnipeg police issued a warning about Jason Mark Bard, a 35-year-old convicted rapist and violent offender, who has been released from custody and is expected to reside in the city. Bard, whose criminal history includes sexual assault, choking, and multiple violent offenses, is considered a high risk to re-offend against adult females, despite having completed treatment for sexual offenses. Want More Context? 🔎

Former Sinaloa cartel leader Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada has pleaded guilty in a New York federal court to charges related to his role in a drug trafficking conspiracy, admitting responsibility for the cartel's extensive drug distribution in the US. Zambada's acknowledgment includes the cartel's operations and bribery practices, with the US agreeing not to seek the death penalty for him. Want More Context? 🔎