American businesswoman and former presidential advisor (born 1981)
Thousands of Albanians have protested daily after work began on a multi‑billion‑euro luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump that will span the Vjosa‑Narta protected wetlands and Sazan island. Prime Minister Edi Rama has defended the investment, the state anti‑corruption body has opened an inquiry, and environmental groups have lodged legal complaints.
Thousands have been protesting nightly in Tirana and along Albania’s southern coast for more than a month against a multi‑billion‑euro resort project linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Demonstrators have adopted flamingo symbols to oppose work inside the Vjosa‑Narta wetlands and on Sazan island and are demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation amid clashes with police.
Villagers in Zvernec and nearby areas have intensified protests against a multi-billion-euro luxury resort linked to Kushner and other international investors. Local land claims are in dispute, with government backing cited as allowing the project despite environmental and community concerns. Protests have included tearing down fencing and demanding compensation.
Trump family public appearances continue to shape the narrative around the president’s public life. Barron Trump has appeared at UFC Freedom 250, while other children attended related events. Barron is studying business at NYU and has begun venturing into politics and business. The Trump Organization’s Father’s Day messaging has shifted toward Eric Trump, with questions emerging about Don Jr.’s absence.
Trump has posted a photo of an unidentified blonde woman with the caption, “Great daughter. My Honor!!! President DJT.” The image is linked to Margo Catsimatidis, though details remain unclear. The post has prompted questions about Trump’s mental acuity and the identity of the woman pictured, with coverage drawing on multiple outlets.
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Dua Lipa has voiced support for protests in Tirana over Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner–backed development on Sazan and Zvërnec. Protests have entered their sixth week, with critics urging transparency and environmental protections amid government backing of the project.
A new Iran-linked video calls for violence against President Trump’s wife Melania, showing her in New York City and naming stores; security officials confirm threats are being monitored as tensions simmer after Iran-US tensions.
European football bodies are voicing strong concerns as FIFA presses ahead with plans to create a private-investor vehicle to run World Cup rights. UEFA warns of a boycott, while governments and fans ask who benefits from the staged investment, and how development funds will be distributed.
Fifa has proposed creating a $20 billion subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to run the World Cup and other events, with external investors able to buy up to 20% stakes. Fifa would retain control and use capital to fund development, while reacting to European football bodies’ criticism that this risks the game’s soul.
FIFA plans to create FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) to run the World Cup and related events, offering up to 20% stake to external investors. The move has drawn swift criticism from UEFA, Concacaf and other bodies for governance concerns and lack of consultation, while FIFA argues the plan would unlock billions for global football development.
FIFA has unveiled a $20 billion subsidiary to run World Cup rights, offering 20% stakes to private investors. UEFA and other confederations decry the move as dangerous for football, with potential funding promises to member associations. The plan has triggered swift political and sporting backlash as the global football community weighs the risks and rewards.
Fifa's proposals to sell stakes in World Cup rights to private investors have triggered a backlash from European football bodies and key advisers. A resignation amid the controversy underscores widespread opposition and questions about governance. Leaders warn the World Cup should remain in football hands as the debate continues.
A wave of AI-focused investment stories shows a 67% one-month loss at Situational Awareness, prompting a Citadel rescue and a broader reevaluation of AI stock bets. The saga highlights how leverage and momentum have driven huge, fragile gains. Investors are reassessing risk as the AI bull pivots.
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers from Mark Walter in a deal reported to value the franchise at about $12.5 billion. The agreement has been announced this week and still requires NBA Board of Governors approval and due diligence by Kushner's Thrive Eternal.
The BBC has sought subpoenas against Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner to uncover their knowledge of the January 6 speech and its aftermath. Courts are weighing whether these testimony and records are relevant to the defamation suit connected to a 2024 Panorama episode.