President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were on Marine One when it had to make an emergency landing in the UK.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that Trump and Melania had to
switch helicopters because of a “hydraulics issue.” Promoted Content
“Out of an abundance of caution, the pilots landed at a local airfield before reaching Stansted Airport,” Karoline Leavitt said. “The president and first lady safely boarded the support helicopter.”
The Marine One trip was only supposed to last 20 minutes, from the prime minister’s Chequers landing zone to Stansted Airport. However, the president and first lady took almost 40 minutes to reach the airport due to the issue.
investment in the U.K King Charles II and Queen Camilla are welcoming the Trumps for an unusual second state visit, where they will talk about a substantial U.S. investment in the U.K.
On Thursday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised a £250 billion mutual investment package between the UK and President Trump called the US-UK alliance as the most “natural partnership in the world.”
Trump spent the morning at Windsor Castle with King Charles III. Then he flew by Marine One to Chequers, the prime minister’s country home, for a day of meetings about politics and business.
After private meetings with the two presidents, which probably covered Ukraine, the Gaza war, the environment, and free speech, Trump and Starmer met with business executives for a reception After private meetings with the two presidents, which probably covered Ukraine, the Gaza war, the environment, and free speech, Trump and Starmer met with business executives for a reception.
Starmer dubbed the agreement that the two leaders struck a “tech-prosperity deal.” Trump said it would create “billions of dollars of opportunities” and provide the U.S. “better access to the UK’s world-class aerospace supply chain,” which actually is world-class. Many people don’t realize how important that asset is.
“We’re taking the next logical step with a historic agreement on science and technology partnerships, and this will create new government, academic, and private sector cooperation in areas such as AI, which is taking over the world. I’m looking at you guys, you’re taking over the world, Jensen, I don’t know what you’re doing here. I hope you’re right,” Trump said.
All I can say is we both hope you’re right “All I can say is we both hope you’re right. But it’s pretty amazing. Quantum computing, fusion, 6G, and civil nuclear energy align our nations through the approach of centered deregulation and innovation. And we’re going to have a lot of deregulation and a tremendous amount of innovation just happening. But this new accord is already helping spur a massive wave of private sector deals worth over $350 billion alone, headlined by a $136 billion from Blackstone,” Trump added.
“That’s very nice. Steve, thank you. That’s why you have that location,
I think. (Laughter) It’s considered the best seat of the year. Yours is pretty good, too, Jensen. That’s good. That’s great, Steve. You know what you’re doing better than anybody. American company X Energy and British company Centrica has been announcing and really for a long while they’ve been talking about this deal, the deployment of modular nuclear reactors across the U.K., all across the U.K.,” Trump continued.
“And it’s been in the wind for a couple of years, and now we’re getting it done, generating more than $50 billion in economic value, creating up to 2,500 jobs, and powering 1.5 million homes. That’s a lot of homes. Seven decades after British genius Alan Turing pioneered the field. This agreement will also help America and our British allies dominate the future of artificial intelligence. You need the energy. You have to have the energy. That’s one thing I learned very quickly. They need a lot of electricity,” the president added.
The president returned to the White House on Friday after his long trip overseas this week The president returned to the White House on Friday after his long trip overseas this week.
HOLLYWOOD TRAGEDY: Former NBC and CBS Soap Star Francisco San Martin Dies by Suicide at 39 Los Angeles, California — The bright lights of two American television giants—NBC and CBS—seem to have dimmed a little today. Millions of loyal viewers are reeling in shock and profound grief following sudden, heartbreaking news: Francisco San Martin, the handsome actor who captured hearts on the hit soap operas Days of Our Lives (NBC) and The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS), has died at the age of 39.
His passing has dealt a heavy blow to Hollywood, shattering the quiet illusion that fame and success can shield someone from hidden pain. According to a report confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office, San Martin passed away at his home on Thursday, January 16. The most devastating and grim reality: the official cause of death has been ruled a suicide by “ligature hanging.”
From a Boy in Montana to a Daytime Television Heartthrob Francisco San Martin’s life was a long journey driven by a deep passion for the arts. Born on the beautiful Spanish island of Mallorca, he was raised in the U.S. state of Montana. His love for the spotlight first blossomed during his roles in local children’s theater productions. Entering his teenage years, he and his family returned to Spain, where he utilized his striking looks to work as a model while honing his craft in acting classes. After cutting his teeth in stage, television, and film productions in his home country, he decided to return to the U.S. to chase his big break.
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And that break arrived on NBC. Millions of American viewers began to recognize Francisco when he took on the role of Dario Hernandez in the iconic soap Days of Our Lives between 2010 and 2011. His character was introduced mysteriously under the guise of a thief, but was later revealed to be secretly investigating a cold case. Although the role of Dario was recast with actor Jordi Vilasuso in 2016–2017, Francisco’s charming portrayal remained deeply etched in the minds of NBC viewers.
He didn’t stop there; he went on to win over CBS audiences as well. In 2017, he appeared in seven episodes of The Bold and the Beautiful, playing the estate manager Mateo. Audiences also saw him shine on the screen alongside legends Michael Douglas and Matt Damon in Behind the Candelabra (2013), and acting opposite Gina Rodriguez in The CW’s hit series Jane the Virgin (2017). His most recent credited role was in the 2022 short film Dot.
Drowning in Tears and Regret As soon as the tragic news broke, social media was flooded with tearful tributes. To his colleagues, Francisco was far more than just a face that brought in ratings; he was a generous, driven, and incredibly warm artist.
Actress Camila Banus, who played his on-screen sister Gabi on Days of Our Lives, shared her immense heartbreak on her Instagram Story: “Pepe, what can I say but I love you and rest in peace, my friend. Love you mucho mucho mucho. I wish I had told you more.”
Many still cannot fathom this bitter reality, as they had just recently seen a vibrant and healthy Francisco. Journalist Michael Fairman expressed his shock on X: “Very, very sad. I am a bit in shock, as I saw Francisco at my gym most every day.”
