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Donald Trump switched sharply in tone during a short phone call with Sky News, offering warm praise for King Charles III while launching strong criticism of Keir Starmer. In the five-minute conversation, Trump spoke positively about the King and dismissed concerns that his criticism of the UK government could complicate the monarch’s upcoming state visit to the United States. However, his tone shifted when discussing Starmer, describing the UK-US relationship as being in a “sad” state and accusing the British government of failing to support the United States during the Iran conflict. Trump also criticised UK policies on energy and…

France is seeking to ban Kanye West from performing in Marseille after backlash over his history of antisemitic remarks. The American rapper and producer is scheduled to perform a concert at Marseille’s Velodrome stadium on June 11, but his upcoming show has sparked backlash in France. France’s Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez is ‘highly determined’ and is exploring ‘all options’ to ban the rapper’s only concert in France this summer, a source close to the minister told AFP. Earlier this year, the city’s socialist mayor Benoît Payan declared the ‘Gold Digger’ hitmaker was ‘not welcome’ in Marseille, stating on social media:…

On Monday, a DoorDash driver wearing a T-shirt that read: “DoorDash Grandma,” delivered McDonald’s to President Trump at the White House. Trump was impressed that DoorDash Grandma received a sizable tax refund of over $11,000 thanks to the “No Tax on Tips” provision that he signed into law with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in 2025. Videos of Trump’s encounter with DoorDash Grandma quickly went viral on X.com, TikTok, and Instagram. https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/2043833703625851376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2043833703625851376%7Ctwgr%5Eeea5b80ba4b03a61909769faf65a4894527562c0%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fsandrarose.com%2F2026%2F04%2Finternet-sleuths-identify-doordash-grandma-as-a-maga-prop%2F It wasn’t long before X.com users claimed that Trump “staged” the delivery. Internet sleuths identified DoorDash Grandma as Sharon Simmons, who DoorDash said was from Arkansas. X.com…

President Donald Trump is losing support from his core base following another online stunt. Catholics say Trump used poor judgment when he posted an AI-generated image of himself as Jesus the Great Healer laying hands on a sick man. Trump removed the image from his Truth Social app a day after he posted it. He said people misconstrued the image as Jesus Christ. It’s an image of himself as a doctor healing the sick. “This is gross blasphemy,” wrote Brilyn Hollyhand, the former chair of the Republican National Committee’s Youth Advisory Council. “Faith is not a prop. You don’t need…

Mark Carney has secured a parliamentary majority following the April 13, 2026 special elections, marking a decisive shift in Canada’s political landscape. His party now holds 173 out of 343 seats in the House of Commons, giving him full control to pass legislation without relying on opposition support. This transition from a minority to a majority government removes previous legislative constraints and strengthens executive authority. The majority was achieved through a combination of key by-election victories in Ontario and defections from opposition Members of Parliament. These gains consolidated support and pushed the government past the threshold required for independent governance.…

Actress Ruby Rose has publicly accused pop star Katy Perry of sexual assault, alleging the incident occurred nearly two decades ago at a nightclub in Melbourne. Rose made the claims in a series of posts on social media, stating the alleged incident happened when she was in her early twenties. She said it took years to speak out due to the lasting psychological impact. Complex magazine wrote an article about Katy’s reaction to Justin Bieber’s performance at Coachella. Rose wrote in a comment: “Katy Perry sexual [sic] assaulted me at spice market nightclub in Melbourne. Who gives a sh*t what…

Former NFL cornerback Chris Payton-Jones has died at the age of 30 following a fatal car accident in Florida. The crash occurred on Saturday night in Alachua County, where his vehicle collided head-on with a pickup truck. He was the only person killed, while others involved sustained minor injuries. Payton-Jones, who played in the NFL between 2018 and 2021, featured for teams including the Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, Tennessee Titans, and Las Vegas Raiders. Over his career, he recorded 48 tackles and seven pass deflections across 29 games. He later continued his career in alternative leagues, including the XFL and…

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to two additional rape charges during a hearing at Southwark Crown Court. The 32-year-old is already facing trial after denying multiple allegations, including the rape of two women and the sexual assault of a third. The newly introduced charges relate to an alleged incident involving another woman in London in December 2020. His defence lawyer, Jenny Wiltshire, stated that Partey continues to deny all accusations and has cooperated fully with police. No further comments will be made while legal proceedings remain ongoing. Partey had previously been charged with five counts of…

The United States has launched a naval blockade targeting all ships entering and leaving Iranian ports after negotiations to end the war failed. The move follows the breakdown of high-level talks in Islamabad, where both sides were unable to reach a ceasefire agreement, raising the risk of further escalation. The blockade, enforced by U.S. Central Command, applies to vessels from all nations accessing Iranian ports along the Gulf and Gulf of Oman. However, ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz to non-Iranian destinations will still be allowed to transit. Washington says the action is aimed at stopping Iran’s control over…

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that the UK will not be drawn into the Iran conflict or support any blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, despite mounting pressure. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, Starmer emphasized that the government’s priority is ensuring the Strait is fully reopened. He confirmed that British naval assets, including minesweepers, are deployed in the region, focused on maintaining safe passage rather than engaging in combat operations. Starmer made clear that the UK would only consider military involvement if there were a clear legal justification and a defined strategic plan. He reiterated that his position…