Unbiased Updates

Unbiased Updates

Get an unbiased take on the news stories leading the day. Join Straight Arrow News for a few minutes, five days a week, to stay ahead of the never-ending news cycle. Bringing you fact-based news for a balanced view with reporting you can trust.

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May 2, 2025 6 mins
President Donald Trump ends the duty-free exemption on Chinese products entering the U.S., raising fears of higher prices and delivery delays. Also, the Trump administration loses its ability to use the Alien Enemies Act for its crackdown on foreign gangs and deportations. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 2, 2025.
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A deal between the U.S. and Ukraine allows the Trump administration access to rare earth minerals. Also, while the GDP declined in the first quarter, imports continue to surge. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, May 1, 2025.
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President Donald Trump celebrates his first 100 days in office, from immigration reform to tariffs. Also,  Russia outlines specific ceasefire conditions it wants before concluding the war with Ukraine, amid skepticism expressed by Ukrainian leaders. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
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The Trump administration prepares to reward the auto industry by lifting levies to boost car manufacturing in the U.S. Also, Canada elected a new prime minister. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
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The U.S. reportedly continues to strike Houthi rebels in Yemen. Also, the Vatican readies itself for the assembly of the College of Cardinals to convene and elect a new pope. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 28, 2025.
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President Donald Trump issues a terse message to Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the attacks on Ukraine. Also, China acts on the tariff standoff with the Trump administration, with an apparent rollback attracting attention despite mixed messages on negotiations. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 25, 2025.
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Russia launches lethal strikes on Ukraine while President Donald Trump claims to be assisting both nations in overcoming the war. Also, the Vatican refuses to close the doors to St. Peter’s Basilica as thousands have gathered to pay their respects to Pope Francis. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 24, 2025.
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Pope Francis lies in state at St. Peter’s Basilica, where cardinals and mourners honor the Holy Father, who died Monday, April 21. Also, President Donald Trump suggests that a trade agreement with China is feasible, stating that his 145 % figure for China will significantly decrease. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
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Pope Francis lies in state in Rome as the Vatican prepares his funeral services. Also, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth faces increasing calls to resign after he allegedly shared military plans in a second Signal chat with family members. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
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Tributes pour in as the world remembers Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Catholic Church. Also, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny after he reportedly discussed military operations with his family in a second Signal chat.
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A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s bid to block an order directing it to return a mistakenly deported man to the U.S. Also, a gunman killed two people and injured several others in a shooting at Florida State University. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 18, 2025.
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A back-and-forth has emerged between the courts and the Trump administration regarding a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Also, more federal funding cuts are likely for Harvard, as its president refuses to change its policies per the Trump administration’s demands. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 17, 2025.
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South African police rescued a kidnapped American missionary. And the U.S. military prepares to assume a larger role at the southern border. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
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Tariff talks focus on computer chips, assessing America’s ability to handle the workload amid foreign manufacturing reliance. Also, Harvard University, upholding its independence, forgoes over $2 billion in federal funding due to on-campus protests. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
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President Donald Trump takes a look at imposing tariffs on semiconductors and the whole electronics supply chain. Also, police arrested a suspected arsonist in Pennsylvania for breaking into the governor’s residence and setting it on fire while the governor and his family were asleep. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 14, 2025.
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The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling requiring the Trump administration to “facilitate” the return of a Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Also, China has reciprocated the U.S. in its tariff conflict but said this is it for them and that the Trump administration is “turning itself into a joke.” These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 11, 2025.
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President Donald Trump’s tariff reversal sends markets soaring. Also, increased legal disputes surround the Trump administration’s deportation of suspected members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua and the application of the Alien Enemies Act. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 10, 2025.
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President Donald Trump’s tariffs officially go into effect, with the president advocating for their effectiveness. Also, a high-level Internal Revenue Service resignation reportedly relates to the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
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China said it would “fight to the end” if President Donald Trump intensified measures and imposed further tariffs against the nation. Meanwhile, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump administration, allowing deportation flights to El Salvador to continue. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
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All eyes are on the stock market as President Donald Trump’s tariffs fallout on dozens of other countries continues. What to expect at the opening bell and the president’s remarks on the nation’s trade deficit. Also, deadly spring storms — ranging from tornadoes to rising rivers and flooding — are predicted to persist this week, impacting areas most susceptible to severe weather. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updat...
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