US President Donald Trump criticized the high-speed rail project in California during an executive order signing ceremony in the Oval Office, suggesting that flying costs only $2. He faced backlash on social media for his remarks, with many pointing out the unrealistic nature of his claim. The rail project, now reportedly budgeted at $100 billion more than its initial estimate, has been a target for federal funding cuts and was previously criticized by Trump in his first term.
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Pope Francis donated €200,000 to prisoners from his personal account before he died
Pope Francis, before his death, donated €200,000 from his personal account to inmates at Rome's Regina Coeli prison, which he visited to offer Easter well-wishes. During his final visit, he expressed his desire to be close to the inmates, emphasizing their need for attention and care. Auxiliary Bishop Benoni Ambarus revealed this heartfelt gesture, highlighting the Pope's consistent commitment to prisoners throughout his papacy and his wish for a simple burial, funded by a benefactor,...
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