Trump calls Spain a terrible partner, tells Treasury Bessent to sever trade ties with Spain, per report. Major escalation in US-Europe trade relations if confirmed.

Philippines' DTI proposes mandatory certification for wrought aluminum and aluminum alloy products, requiring local and foreign manufacturers to obtain the Philippine Standard mark before selling.

The Philippines' Department of Trade and Industry is proposing a mandatory Philippine Standard certification scheme for wrought aluminum and aluminum alloy products, covering both local and foreign manufacturers. The Philippines imports over 90% of its aluminum consumption, with annual import value over $600 million.

White House moves to dramatically restrict U.S.-funded research collaboration with China, scientists warn the policy could hurt America's competitiveness, per The Washington Post. The proposed restrictions could reshape academic partnerships between the two countries.

U.S. scientists warn that the White House's move to dramatically restrict federally funded research collaboration with China could hurt America's own scientific competitiveness, according to The Washington Post.

Pentagon 'Golden Dome' contractors SpaceX and Northrop Grumman completed first key tests, Bloomberg reports citing US Space ForceGettlein. Next phase to focus on space-based capabilities.

Pentagon contractors for the 'Golden Dome' missile defense system have completed the first tests, Bloomberg reports citing US Space ForceGettlein. SpaceX and Northrop Grumman are among firms that 'successfully conducted their first key tests,' with the next phase focused on space-based capabilities.

Trump says Medicaid will no longer fund gender transition surgeries and hormones for minors, announced by Dr. Mehmet Oz at his direction

Donald Trump said he directed Dr. Mehmet Oz to announce that Medicaid will no longer fund gender transition surgeries and hormones for minors, calling the procedures barbaric and urging voters to consider the issue in November's midterm elections.