Libraries cutting back on staff, services after Trump's order to dismantle small agency
Sunday, 18 May 2025 () American libraries face service cuts. The Trump administration suspended federal grants. This action impacts e-books, audiobooks, and loan programs. Maine laid off staff and closed its state library. Mississippi stopped its e-book service. South Dakota suspended interlibrary loans. Lawsuits challenge the administration's move. The cuts affect library budgets nationwide. States are fighting the funding freeze.
In a major escalation, Israel has approved its largest-ever call-up of 50,000 reservists under Operation Gideon’s Chariots in Gaza, raising the total to 450,000. The emergency “Order 8” will..
In a 6–3 decision, the US Supreme Court has reinstated Donald Trump’s controversial ban on transgender individuals serving in the military. The ruling allows the Pentagon to discharge troops..
Sunday, 18 May 2025 ()
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