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- Politics
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Trump ally Marsha Blackburn announces her candidacy for Tennessee governor
Republican senator and Trump ally Marsha Blackburn announced on Wednesday that she will contest for the post of governor in Tennesse.A strong supporter of Donald Trump, Blackburn represents a state he won by almost 30 percentage points; if successful next year, she would be the first female governor in Tennessee's historyBLACKBURN'S OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENTBlackburn took it to her social media handle on X to formally announce her bid to run for the post of governor in official! I'm running for Governor to ensure Tennessee is America's conservative leader for this generation and the next.I would be honored to have your support. #TNGov Marsha Blackburn (@VoteMarsha) August 6, 2025advertisement It establishes a Republican primary showdown in August 2026 with John Rose, another supporter of Trump. They will contend to succeed GOP Gov. Bill Lee, who is reaching his maximum of two back-to-back four-year terms in her video campaign, she promised leadership in the arena of job creation, energy production and rendering world class education to children. She also made her comment on "deporting illegal aliens".PREVIOUS POLITICAL JOURNEYFirst elected to the US House in 2002, Blackburn aligned with the tea party movement and made regular appearances in Fox News. Prior to that, the Brentwood resident made a name for herself as a state lawmaker who aided to lead the revolt against a proposed Tennessee income tax in the early was the first female to serve Tennessee in the US Senate. In 2018, Blackburn secured her Senate position by almost 11 percentage points against Democrat Phil Bredesen, a well-liked former win signified a rightward shift from earlier Republican senators who had served the state. Last November, she secured reelection against Democratic state Rep. Gloria Johnson by over 29 percentage primary election for governor is scheduled for Aug 6, 2026.- EndsWith inputs from Associated Press
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- General
- India Today
Numerology Predictions Today, August 7, 2025: What does your lucky number say about you? Check here
Numbers surround and take up a lot more space in our lives than we think of. Amidst the web of numbers right from our birth dates to our lucky numbers, we are always utilising the infinite possibilities of the number game and the ways it can represent different aspects of our lives. Check here what your lucky number has in store for 1For number 1, today will be a successful day. You will maintain an influential position in important family matters. Positivity will prevail in relationships. Support from friends will increase. You will continue to receive support from authorities. Maintain a spirit of cooperation and respect towards others. Proceed according to your plans. Discipline will be maintained in various matters. You will stick to routine in your work. Trust in systems will grow. Faith and belief will strengthen your inner strength. NUMBER 2For number 2, today is a day that will enhance your positive influence. You will maintain harmonious relationships with everyone and move forward with enthusiasm. You will work with coordination. Friends will be supportive, and family members will stand by you. You will make strong efforts to increase the happiness of your loved ones. You will remain influential in personal matters and present your views with confidence. You will follow rules and policies 3For number 3, today will bring high-yielding results. You will adopt a more practical approach at work and focus on enhancing gains. You will stay focused on your goals and avoid distractions and unnecessary matters. Pending plans may be completed. Opportunities for meetings and discussions will increase. You will share comfort and happiness with family members. There will be positivity and ease all around. You will give momentum to various tasks, and family members will be supportive. Different matters will remain 4Today will bring auspicious gains for number 4. You will move forward without hesitation. Business outcomes will be favourable. Various efforts will work in your favour. You will perform well in commercial activities. Systematic efforts will gain strength. Your lifestyle will remain impactful. You will advance discussions effectively. You will succeed in achieving your goals. You will show interest in various tasks and maintain control over your work and 5Today is a protective and beneficial day for number 5. You will remain influential in discussions and communication. You will maintain excellent performance across all areas. Your personality will be attractive. You will stay connected with management and administration. You will move forward by taking everyone along. You will be effective in personal matters. Your talent will shine. You will handle personal issues with ease. Creative efforts will gain strength. Friends and family will be 6Today is supportive for number 6 in maintaining excellent efforts. With the help of luck, you will stay on the right path and direction. You will keep your focus on your goals. Work-related outcomes will be in your favor. You will move forward with preparation and increased pace. There will be clarity in deals and agreements. You will maintain high enthusiasm and morale. Professionalism will increase, and you will show interest in creative 7Today is auspicious for number 7. You will maintain good coordination with seniors and peers. Support and guidance from advisors will increase. There will be progress in professional tasks. Business activities will gain strength. Situations will remain under control. You will nurture emotional relationships. Desired results will be achieved in work. Colleagues will continue to be supportive. Your influence in personal matters will grow. You will spend quality time with 8Today is a day of excellence for number 8. Financial gains will remain strong. You will maintain harmony with peers. Relationships will carry a positive tone. You will focus on coordination and maintain a pleasant demeanor. Happiness will prevail in the family. Efforts at the workplace will increase. Emotional matters will remain balanced. You will move forward with the support of close 9Today is supportive for number 9 in fulfilling desires. You will spend time with family and feel a special attachment towards someone. Your performance will meet expectations. Personal efforts will remain steady. Achievements in business will continue. Opportunities for profit will remain as before. You will show interest in travel and entertainment. Family members will strengthen mutual bonds. Work plans will gain momentum.- Ends
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- Politics
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Trump could meet with Putin as soon as next week, says White House aide
US President Donald Trump plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin as early as next week, and follow it up with a three-way meeting that includes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — without any European leaders planned meetings, first reported by the New York Times, came to light during a phone call Trump held on Wednesday with several European leaders. According to reports, Trump said he intended to meet with Putin soon, followed by a second meeting including both Putin and Russians expressed their desire to meet with President Trump, and the President is open to meeting with both President Putin and President Zelenskyy. President Trump wants this brutal war to end," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, responding to the report. However, she did not address the potential timing of a meeting. The potential meeting was revealed just hours after Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. It's not clear whether Putin or Zelenskyy has officially agreed to the statement came after a three-hour meeting between Witkoff and Putin at the Kremlin, just two days ahead of the US-imposed deadline for Russia to show progress towards a peace agreement or face fresh economic penalties.- Ends
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43 minutes ago
- Business
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Brazil's Lula plans joint response to Trump tariffs with Modi, other Brics leaders
Brazil's President Luiz Incio Lula da Silva has called for a joint Brics response to tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, positioning himself as a defender of multilateralism at a time of rising global trade an interview with Reuters on Wednesday, Lula criticised Trump's recent tariff wave, saying they reflect an attempt to dismantle the global multilateral order in favour of unilateral deals dominated by the United President Trump is doing is tacit -- he wants to dismantle multilateralism, where agreements are made collectively within institutions, and replace it with unilateralism, where he negotiates one-on-one with other countries," Lula said. "What bargaining power does a small Latin American country have against the United States? None."LULA TO SPEAK WITH BRICS LEADERSLula said he will reach out to Brics leaders -- including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping and other leaders -- to understand how each country to formulate a collective response."I'm going to try to discuss with them about how each one is doing in this situation, what the implications are for each country, so we can make a decision," Lula said."It's important to remember that the Brics have ten countries at the G20."Lula, who held the Brics presidency, said Brazil will use its leadership to bring member countries together -- including Russia, South Africa and other emerging economies -- to stand up for multilateral trade and collective has recently labelled Brics as "anti-American" and threatened additional 10% tariffs on its member nations. The move followed last month's Brics summit in Rio de Janeiro and is seen as part of Trump's broader campaign to reassert US trade dominance ahead of the 2026 ACCUSES BOLSONARO OF INCITING US TARIFFS ON BRAZILThe Brazilian president also accused his predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro, of working behind the scenes to provoke Trump into targeting Brazil with punitive trade measures."He (Bolsonaro) is being tried for his actions," Lula told Reuters. "Now I think he should face more legal proceedings because of what he is doing, inciting the United States against Brazil, causing harm to the Brazilian economy, causing harm to Brazilian workers."Lula's remarks follow public statements by So Paulo Congressman Eduardo Bolsonaro -- the former president's son -- who recently moved to the United States. Eduardo claimed credit for influencing Trump's White House to impose sweeping 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods, which came into effect on Wednesday. advertisement"There is no precedent in history for a president of the republic and a son, who is a congressman, to go to the United States to incite the president against Brazil," Lula said, calling the Bolsonaros "traitors to the homeland."The tensions are not only about trade. The United States condemned the decision by Brazil's Supreme Court to place former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest before his trial on charges of plotting a coup.- EndsWith inputs from ReutersMust Watch
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- Business
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Trump imposes extra 25% tariffs on India, New Delhi calls it unfair, unjustified
In this episode of World Today, the focus is on escalating trade tensions between the United States and India after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing an additional 25% tariff on India, bringing the total to 50%. New Delhi issued a strong response, with the Indian government calling the US action 'unfair, unjustified and unreasonable,' and stating it will take all necessary steps to safeguard its national interests. The discussion explores the reasons for the breakdown in trade negotiations, including US demands for market access for agriculture and dairy products, which are considered red lines for India. The programme also delves into the geopolitical implications, including the shifting US-Pakistan dynamics and whether President Trump's actions are pushing India closer to Russia and China. At the end of the show, breaking news was reported of an active shooter incident at Fort Stewart in Georgia.
