CNN 5 Things Trump’s DC takeover, China chip negotiations, NASCAR celebration backfires & more
Aug 11, 2025
The UN has condemned the killing of Palestinian journalists, shedding light on a serious global issue. President Trump’s plans to tackle crime in Washington DC unveil a contentious federal-local dynamic. Tensions rise in US-China trade as computer chip negotiations hit a snag. Wildfires in Colorado lead to an unexpected prison evacuation scenario. Celebrations for a NASCAR driver take a disastrous turn, proving that not all victories go as planned.
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Palestinian Journalists Killed, UN Condemns
- The UN called the killing of Palestinian journalists a grave breach.
- Anas Al Sharif was among those killed while in a marked press tent.
Trump Threatens Federal Takeover Of DC
- Donald Trump plans a federal takeover to curb crime in Washington, D.C.
- He demanded 'the homeless have to move out immediately'.
China Warns Against Nvidia H20 Chips
- Chinese state media warned consumers against buying Nvidia's H20 AI chips.
- A CCTV-linked post said unsafe, unadvanced chips can be avoided by buyers.