How Small Closet Organizers Can Help Expand Your Storage

The closet is one of those things we often take for granted. Just think about how your life would be without a closet. This piece of furniture is in a way the key to an organized home.

Of course, when you open the doors and all the mess pours out it’s not exactly pretty but you can fix that, and you should do it sooner rather than later. We can help with that. Today we’re looking at a bunch of small closet organizers designed to put an end to messy homes once and for all.

Built-in small closet organizer

Before we get into details, let’s first think of how organizing a small closet works. Closets are almost always incredibly simple featuring in most cases nothing but a shelf and a big empty space with a rod for hanging clothes onto. Just look at all the space you’re wasting.

On justagirlandherblog you can find a great tutorial showing you how to make the most of such a space and how to organize a small closet in a way that maximizes its functionality in a way that suits you.

L-shaped closet organizer from plywood

We also found a very cool closet organization idea on makingitinthemountains. What’s interesting in this case is that this closet organizer is made entirely of boxes and on top of what all the boxes are the exact same size and shape. That’s pretty clever, isn’t it? If you want to do the same thing for your own small closet, start by measuring the space and then plan out exactly where you want the shelves/ boxes to be placed and how big you want them to be.

Flexible drawer organizer

If you have a closet drawer just for things like socks and underwear this drawer is probably quite messy. You can change that with a simple and very easy to craft drawer organizer which you can make out of some sturdy and flexible material such as felt or thin craft foam using a hot glue gun. That’s right, this is all you need for this project. Check out our video tutorial to see just how easy it is to customize your closet drawers using this budget accordion organizer.

Cardboard drawer dividers

Speaking of drawers, there are more small closet organization ideas that we’d like to share with you and one of them involves cardboard sheets. You can use them to make drawer dividers so you can organize the contents into groups based on criteria determined by you. For example, you can install dividers in your sock drawer and organize your socks by color, type, length, or however else you prefer it.

Door storage

It’s almost impossible to maintain a clean and organized coat closet but you can greatly increase your chances if you invest a bit into a closet makeover. The idea is to organize the space into several compartments, each with its own function rather than having a large shared space where you store everything. Perhaps you’d like to add some shelves for shoes at the bottom, a shelf or two at the top for bags and other things and even some hooks on the inside of the door. Check out howtonestforless for instructions.

Hooks for bags

Need a system for organizing and storing your handbags? Here’s a clever idea from athoughtfulplaceblog: use shower hooks. Figure out the best way to hang them from your closet rod and make sure they slide easily in case you want to move them around. You can install a separate rods just for them or you can keep them together with your clothes.

Shelves and boxes

Before you start reorganizing your closet and you change its interior completely, take some time to figure out which are the main problems you’re facing now. For example, perhaps you’re keeping your socks in a box on a top shelf and it’s hard to reach up every day or perhaps the shelves are too spaced out and you’re not maximizing your storage space as much as you’d want to. These details will help you decide what needs to be changed and in what manner. Check out iheartorganizing for more tips and ideas regarding small closet organization.

Hangers

Sometimes it’s not the closet’s fault that the contents are disorganized. Maybe you just don’t have the drive to do anything about it. Do you know what could change that? A quick and simple makeover designed to make your closet more attractive. A cool idea could be to paint all of your wood hangers. You could pick a bright and happy color so you feel motivated to spend more time organizing your closet. The idea comes from hometalk.

Sometimes trying to work with a closet’s current organization system and modifying it is just not worth it. It would be easier to just start over. Empty your closet, step back and come up with a new plan. That’s exactly the scenario that frekleschick describes and look how awesome this closet turned out in the end. Sure, it’s a small closet but look how well the space is used now. You can store a ton on things in here.

Belts organizer

How do you normally store your scarves and belts? They’re most likely sitting in a drawer somewhere, all tangled up. Organizing your scarves and belts is not something you think about very often so take this opportunity to make a change. On viewalongtheway you can find a cool tutorial showing you how to make a small closet organizer that slides out and has rods for scarves and hooks for belts.

Hanging basket for rolled t-shirts

There are a lot of annoying things when it comes to small closets. For example, there seems to be no perfect way of storing sweaters, jeans, or T-shirts. If you just pile them up you’ll most likely make a mess in a few days when you’ll need something from the bottom of the pile. How about putting each item in its own little cubby? You could use one of those shoe organizers that can be hanged either inside the closet or on the door. This ingenious idea comes from askannamoseley.

Scarf organizer

The list of small closet organization ideas continues with a few tips from hip2save. These are more great ways in which you can organize and store your scarves in a tidy fashion. they involve things like hangers, shower curtain rings, show organizers or slack hangers. All these things can be repurposed into practical accessories for your closet.

Before and after closet

Regular closet organization ideas don’t necessarily apply when you’re dealing with a nursery closet where you need to store lots of small things. In that case you have to be more specific when picking the dimensions of your small closet organizers. Tiny shirts and pants don’t need big shelves so you could keep them in small baskets or boxes or you could install a small rod on the underside of a shelf so you can keep them on tiny hangers. Find more ideas like these ones on realitydaydream.

It’s important to know exactly what you want to store in your small closet in order to optimize its storage capacity. For example, closet makeover featured on fabeveryday incorporates storage for clothes, shoes but also for accessories like belts, sunglasses and even jewelry. It’s a well-planned and well-organized space.

Another scarf hanger

A scarf hanger can be quite useful, especially if you’re the type that has tons of scarves of different colors, sizes and styles. Here’s what you need in order to craft a scarf hanger just like the one featured on everydaydishes: a wooden hanger, shower curtain rings (or drapery rings) and a hot glue gun.

Jewelry hanger

We’ve seen earlier that you can organize and store a lot of things in a small closet, including jewelry. Sure, jewelry boxes can be quite practical, especially when you’re traveling but they’re always great as necklaces and other things can easily get tangled up inside. It would be much more practical to hang each item on a small hook. You can attach these hooks to a paint stick which can be mounted onto the wall or door of your closet. The idea comes from infarrantlycreative.

Common Organizing Mistakes With Small Closets

If your closet is constantly disorganized and messy that’s something a lot of other people are familiar with. It’s easy to blame this on the lack of space or other external factors. However, a lot of times the lack of organization is due to mistakes that we make without realizing it. Here are five of the most common organizing mistakes:

Not having a good system

Having a system helps a lot when organizing your closet or any other space for that matter. The closet doesn’t necessarily have to look organized as long as you know where to find everything that you need. You might think that there’s no need for that if you have a really tiny closet. That’s not really true. Small closets make it even more difficult to find anything because everything is so tighltly packed together.

Keeping too many items

We often tend to get too attached to old pieces of clothing and to keep them around even if we no longer wear them or if they don’t fit us anymore. When you think about it, you probably only have a few pieces of clothing that you’re actively wearing. Everything else is just cluttering up the closet. It’s important every one in a while to do a bit of spring cleaning. Donate the clothing that you no longer need and don’t try to keep every piece of clothing that you’ve ever bought.

Having too many accessories

Things like closet organizers, bins and storage boxes can be very helpful for organizing a space but there can be such a thing as too many products. If you don’t have a big closet too many of these dividers or bins can diminish the usable storage space and can actually get in the way. Sometimes it’s best to just keep things simple.

Not being consistent with the hangers

Closets looks very clean, neat and organized when everything is on hangers, or at least in theory they do. This might not be the case when you try to do it and the reason for that could be that you’re using the wrong hangers or that you’re using them in the wrong way. Try to be consistent and to have a certain type of hanger for all your pants for example instead of just having a mismatched set. Also, don’t make the mistake of thinking all of your hangers have to match. It’s actually better if they don’t because different clothing items fit better on certain types of hangers while others don’t.

Trying to fit everything into a small closet

This is in some way related to another mistake we mentioned, that of keeping every clothing item every bought and not decluttering the closet. But even if you don’t have a ton of clothes, those that you actually use might not all fit into the closet. It might be possible to cram them all in there but that would only mess up the organization and make it harder to find anything. Consider dividing your clothes based on seasons and keeping those that you don’t currently need in another space like the attic, the garage, the basement or underneath the bed.

5 useful tips for a well-organized closet

Now that you have a better idea of what you might be doing wrong, let’s also check out a few useful tips that can inspire you to be better at organizing your closet.

Add a second rod

Storing clothes on hangers looks nice and makes it easy to find everything but can sometimes waste a lot of space. A lot of times these closet modules are a lot taller than they need to be. You can use that in your favor and add a second rod so you can hang even more clothes in that space.

Get a freestanding rack

If there’s not enough space in your closet for everything, some of the more special items of clothing could potentially be stored on a freestanding rack. Perhaps you would like to use this for your most commonly used shirts, dresses and so on or for some of your favorite accessories and pieces of clothing which could become a part of the room décor.

Add storage to the closet doors

Not using the space on the inside of the closet doors for storage is a missed opportunity, especially in a small space. You can add hanging rods, bins, shelves or pockets to the doors and use them to organize various accessories like purses, hats, scarves or even shoes. They’ll be nice and organized, easily accessible and out of the way.

Make your own accessories and organizers

Another missed opportunity is to not use any organizers or accessories because you can’t really find any that suit your needs or style or that are affordable. You can solve any issues by crafting these things yourself. For example, you could make a nice rack for your scarves using just a hanger and a bunch of shower curtain hooks.

Use shelf dividers

We’ve seen this too often: you fold your clothes and stack them nicely on a shelf and a few days later they’re all messed up and your closed is no longer organized. You can avoid that or at least keep your shelves organized for longer by using dividers. These will prevent the clothes from falling over and mixing with everything else and will also help you to group them up a little better.

Best Small closet organization systems

1. Wire divider

As you’ve seen so far, there are plenty of small closet organizers that you can craft or build yourself but what if you’d rather buy one and be done with it? That’s an option too. For shelves, you could opt for these Evelots dividers which let you neatly stack your clothes and to delineate several sections onto a shelf. You can also use these dividers for towels, blankets, bedsheets and other such things.

2. Wall unit rack

The ClosetMaid system is great even if you don’t have a closet. You can attach it to a wall and that can be your new closet. It’s an adjustable system with shelves and rods which you can configure in several different ways based on the size of your closet as well as your storage needs.

3. Pockets

Pockets are great organizers, especially for small closets because you can hang them onto the closet wall to save space inside the drawers or on the shelves. The Cymiler organizer pockets can hold just about anything from T-shirts to pants, shoes, belts, socks and whatever else you normally keep in your closet. This is a great way to add more storage to your small closet without having to expand it or to add more shelves or drawers. You can use the space you have but in a more efficient way than before.

4. Hanging fabric pockets

Does your small closet lack shelves? No worries because you can use the Simple Houseware Organizer to compensate for that. Sure, you can add a few permanent shelves if you want to give your small closet a makeover anyway but this system doesn’t require any structural changes. You can just hang it on the clothing rod. It has five shelves and several pockets on the sides.

5. ClosetMaid system

This is the smaller version of the ClosetMaid that we showed you earlier. The ClosetMaid 22875 ShelfTrack is perfect for small closet organization. It has everything you need and it’s adjustable. All you need is an empty closet so perhaps it would be practical to take out everything you keep in yours and to start over. Figure out the best way to install this system and then you can take care of the little details, like customization perhaps.

6. Shelf and hanger organizer

The EZ Shelf is another small closet organization system with expandable pieces and adjustable configurations. It’s mostly made out of numerous steel tubes which serve different purposes. It’s easy to install and there are many different ways in which you can customize it and improve its storage capabilities by adding accessories. The design is simple and that makes it versatile and a good choice for most modern and contemporary closets. It’s also durable and sturdy which means it will last for quite some time.

7. Minimalist rack

Ready for another practical closet organizer kit? this is the ClosetMaid 5636 SuperSlide, a system that contains everything you need to install a set of shelves and rods into your closet. You can combine it with other kits and with numerous different accessories for increased functionality and storage-efficiency.

8. Floor standing

This system is not specifically designed to serve as a closet organizing system but is versatile enough to be used as one. The SONGMICS Storage Cube Organizer system is a set of six cubes stacked on three tiers. You can store just about anything in them, from books to shoes, clothes, toys and sports equipment. Moreover, these cubbies are stylish enough to be displayed in living rooms, bedrooms, on entryways and basically anywhere else in the house so you don’t have to hide them in your closet if you don’t want to.

9. Shoe rack

When it comes to small closet organization, there’s one more thing we need to discuss: boots. They’re special because they usually take up a lot of space. They don’t have to, at least not if you choose to use the Boot Butler Rack. It lets you store five pairs of boots in only 7” of closet space. It can hold almost any type of boot, even the knee-high ones. Finally, you can free up your closet floor (as long as you have room to hang this rack).

10. Nursery storage

There’s a lot to keep track of when you have a baby and closet clutter is the last problem one wishes to deal with so having a system that makes it easy to organize everything is very helpful. The Delta nursery closet organizer is a 24-piece set that allows you keep everything within reach and at the same time nice and neat. It includes 15 hangers, 6 closet dividers, a hanging organizer and two storage bins.

11. Accessories closet organizer

Ties, belts, scarves and other similar accessories are quite annoying because they don’t really fit in any section of the closet. They require a custom storage solution and keeping them all in a drawer is not practical at all. However, you can solve the problem with the help of a very simple accessory, the Evelots organizer. It’s small and doesn’t take up much space in your closet and has 14 hooks which can hold a variety of items including ties, belts, scarves, necklaces, handbags and so on.

12. Closet rack

A lot of closets lack the custom compartmentalization that one needs and that’s because they’re usually meant to be as versatile as possible. In that case, an accessory such as the Burroughs shelving set can be very efficient at dividing a large section of the closet into smaller modules by adding extra shelves. They have an open metal grate design which allows air to circulate and prevents mold or dust from setting on them. They’re great not just for closets but for pantries too and they can also be used as freestanding units outside of these enclosed spaces.

13. Medford 12″ W Paris 6 Shelf Closet Organizer

If you’d much rather prefer an extra set of shelves or cubbies rather than a big open space in your closet with a rod at the top, that can solved with the help of accessories such as the Medford closet organizer. It can be hanged vertically from the existing rod and it gives you six extra shelves for things like towels, shirts, shoes, bags and various other clothing items or accessories. It’s made of breathable material which allows air to circulate and it can be easily folded flat and stored whenever you don’t need it.

14. Kids Storage Closet Hanging Organizer

This is a kids’ closet organizer, similar to the one mentioned above but with a slightly different design. It has a set of mesh and fabric bins which can hold a variety of different items from clothes to shoes, toys, socks and so on. It’s an all-in-one organizer which can be hidden inside the closet or used as an extra storage piece which can hang from a wall or door.

15. Seiler Purse Handbag Closet Hanging Organizer (Set of 2)

Purses, handbags and backpacks take up a lot of space in the closet and since it’s not really worth investing in a big custom unit with different cubbies for each items unless you have a proper collection or the space for it, it’s much more practical to rely on something like the Seiler organizer. This is a very simple accessory which lets you store six different items on a single hanger. You can use it for scarves, belts and other accessories too.

16. Handbag Pocket Hanging Organizer

Here’s another organizer designed specifically for handbags and other similar accessories. This one features pockets, four on each side for a total of eight per organizer. The pockets are transparent so you can easily see what each one is holding and you can hang this organizer on a standard closet rod. It saves you shelf space and it keeps all your purses and handbags in one place. You can also use this for blankets, towels, sheets and other items as well.

17. Selders Hanger Organizer-Wall Mount

If you actually have a lot of hangers in your closet, that is technically a nice way to keep everything neat and organizer. However, all the extra hangers that are just sitting around waiting to be needed get tangled up and take up more space than you’d like them to. This little organizer can help with this problem. It can hold 50 hangers and it keeps them organized and out of the way until you actually need them.

18. Gino 5 Shelf Hanging Organizer

The Gino organizer gives you a simple and practical way to add more storage to your closet. With this you get five extra hanging modules which you can fit between all the hangers in your closet. It’s great if you want to keep all the accessories that go with your outfits in one place and easy to find or if you need some extra space for things like shoes, bags, hats and so on. This organizer is designed to be hanged from the rod and has mesh pockets which you can fold flat for compact storage in case you no longer need them.

19. Clothes Hanging Organizer

This little hanging organizer is a nice accessory for the laundry room and can potentially also be added to a bedroom or even a closet. It’s a very compact storage system which can also be installed outdoors and it consists of a fold-away rod that use can hang clothes from right after you take them out of the dryer to make ironing easier or completely unnecessary. It’s also great if you have a few items that can’t be put in the dryer or if you want to freshen a jacket out on the balcony.

20. Vela™ Closet Shelf Divider (Set of 2)

Although open shelves are very practical and versatile, they can also get really messy really fast. It’s practically impossible to keep the closet shelves organized without a bit of extra help and by that we mean these Vela™ shelf dividers or something similar. They’re little inserts which can be used to divider a large shelf into smaller sections in order to keep various clothing items separated. They’re made of steel and they’re super durable and they can easily slide over any standard solid wood shelf up to 7/8’’ thick.

21. Adjustable Overdoor Hanging Organizer

As much as we’d want all of our items to fit inside a closet, sometimes there’s just not enough room in there for everything. Luckily, there are always alternative solutions. For example, this is a hanging organizer which can be installed onto a door. It adds extra hooks and storage for things like purses, bags, accessories and other items that either don’t fit anywhere else or that you want to keep within reach.

22. Dante 3 Piece Soft Sided Closet System Set

The Dante set is a combination of two different storage systems. It includes an over-the-door organizer and two drawer organizers and they’re all made of cardboard panels and white fabric. The drawer inserts are useful for organizing socks and other accessories and clothing items and the hanging organizer has compartments and pockets of different sizes that can hold anything from shoes to towels, hats, bags and more.

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Trump Administration Issues New Travel Ban Targeting 12 Countries

A newly signed proclamation bans the entry of nationals from specified countries, citing security concerns.

On June 6, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation instituting a travel ban affecting nationals from 12 countries, a move the administration claims is necessary to fortify national security against potential threats from foreign terrorists. The travel ban is set to come into effect on June 9, 2025, at 11:01 AM EST.

The travel restrictions apply to foreign nationals who are outside the United States on the effective date and do not possess a valid visa. The proclamation explicitly states that any immigrant or non-immigrant visa issued prior to this date will not be revoked under this new regulation.

Countries Subject to Full Travel Ban

The complete travel ban encompasses the following countries:

Afghanistan
Myanmar
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Republic of the Congo
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Haiti
Iran
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Sudan
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Countries Subject to Partial Travel Ban

In addition, a partial travel ban affects certain countries where entry is suspended for immigrants and specific temporary visa holders, namely those holding B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas. The countries facing partial restrictions include:

Burundi
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Laos
Sierra Leone
Togo
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Venezuela

Exceptions to the Travel Ban

There are several exceptions outlined in the proclamation. These include:

Lawful permanent residents of the United States
Dual nationals
Diplomats traveling on valid non-immigrant visas
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Immediate family immigrant visas
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Immigrant visas designated for ethnic and religious minorities facing persecution in Iran

Potential Future Travel Restrictions

In March 2025, reports indicated that the Trump administration was evaluating travel restrictions on a list of 41 countries. Notably, 17 of the countries now included in the travel ban were also part of that preliminary assessment, while Burundi and Togo were newly added. Countries that were considered in the earlier list but are not currently affected include North Korea, Syria, South Sudan, Angola, and several others.

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Prime Minister Hun Manet announces intention to file complaint with the International Court of Justice following military clashes.

Cambodia has formally announced its decision to bring a long-standing border dispute with Thailand before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), prompted by recent military engagements between the two nations' armed forces.

Prime Minister Hun Manet addressed the Cambodian National Assembly on Monday, stating that the government intends to file a complaint with the ICJ as a means to resolve the territorial issue definitively.

Prime Minister Hun Manet emphasized that even if Thailand does not concur with the move, Cambodia will proceed with the ICJ filing in order to eliminate any ambiguity surrounding the disputed areas.

This announcement comes after a shift in strategy, as Hun Manet had earlier suggested that Cambodia would first pursue dialogue aimed at resolving the undemarcated border sections through discussions with Thailand.

The dispute primarily concerns three ancient Khmer ruins located near the border in Surin Province, which Cambodia claims as part of its territory in Oddar Meanchey Province.

These sites are known as Ta Muan Thom, Ta Muan Toch, and Ta Kwai in Cambodia, while referred to as Ta Moan Thom, Ta Moan Toch, and Ta Kro Bei in Thailand.

The broader area of contention includes the Emerald Triangle, bordering Thailand's Ubon Ratchathani Province, Cambodia's Preah Vihear Province, and Champassak Province in Laos.

Tensions escalated recently due to armed confrontations between Thai and Cambodian soldiers in the vicinity of Ta Muan Thom and at Chong Bok, a steep valley in Nam Yuen district of Ubon Ratchathani.

The Thai military reported a stand-off involving soldiers from both nations, which culminated in a brief exchange of gunfire but did not lead to further escalation at that time.

Army spokesman Major General Winthai Suvaree expressed opposition to Cambodia’s decision to escalate the issue to the World Court, suggesting that the urgent priority should be focused on peaceful coexistence and conflict avoidance along the contested border rather than legal proceedings.

Both nations have expressed commitments to resolving border disputes through peaceful means, despite the ongoing tensions and differing claims over territory.

The Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), established to address and mediate border-related issues between Thailand and Cambodia, has been the primary framework for dialogue, although the unresolved areas have continued to generate significant friction.

The diplomatic landscape in Southeast Asia remains complex, as both nations navigate their historical claims and contemporary political considerations regarding national sovereignty and bilateral relations.

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Ukraine Executes Long-Range Drone Strikes on Russian Airbases

Operation 'Spiderweb' targets strategic bombers across five Russian regions with 117 drones

On June 1, 2025, Ukraine conducted a coordinated drone assault on five Russian military airbases, marking one of the most extensive long-range operations since the onset of the conflict.

The operation, codenamed 'Spiderweb,' was orchestrated by Ukraine's Security Service over an 18-month period and involved the deployment of 117 first-person view (FPV) drones.

The targeted airbases—Belaya in Irkutsk Oblast, Dyagilevo in Ryazan Oblast, Ivanovo Severny in Ivanovo Oblast, Olenya in Murmansk Oblast, and Ukrainka in Amur Oblast—are known to house strategic aircraft, including Tu-95, Tu-22M3, and Tu-160 bombers, as well as A-50 airborne early warning and control aircraft.

Ukrainian officials reported that the strikes resulted in damage or destruction to over 40 military aircraft, accounting for approximately 34% of Russia’s strategic cruise missile carriers.

The estimated financial impact of the operation is around $7 billion.

The drones were covertly transported into Russian territory, concealed within wooden structures mounted on trucks.

These mobile units were positioned near the targeted airfields.

At the designated time, the structures’ roofs were remotely activated to release the drones, which then proceeded to their respective targets.

Ukrainian operatives involved in the operation were reportedly extracted from Russia prior to the commencement of the attacks.

One of the most notable aspects of the operation was the strike on Belaya Air Base in Eastern Siberia, located over 4,300 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.

This represents the longest-range drone attack carried out by Ukraine to date.

Satellite imagery and local reports confirmed significant damage at the site, including the destruction of multiple Tu-95 and Tu-22M3 bombers.

The Russian Ministry of Defense acknowledged the attacks, stating that aircraft were damaged and fires were ignited at airbases in the Irkutsk and Murmansk regions.

The ministry also reported repelling strikes in the Amur, Ivanovo, and Ryazan regions.

Independent verification of the full extent of the damage remains pending.

The operation coincided with ongoing peace talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul.

Ukrainian officials have expressed skepticism regarding Russia’s commitment to the negotiations, citing the timing of the attacks and the lack of prior communication about Russia’s negotiation proposals.

This operation follows a series of Ukrainian efforts targeting Russian military infrastructure, including previous drone strikes on airbases and strategic assets.

The use of domestically produced FPV drones and innovative deployment methods underscores Ukraine’s evolving tactics in the conflict.

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"That's Disgusting, Don’t Say It Again": The Trump Joke That Made the President Boil

It’s every columnist’s dream: write something so sharp it slices through the noise, goes viral across social media and Wall Street alike—and ends up ruffling the feathers of the President of the United States. That’s exactly what happened to Financial Times opinion editor Robert Armstrong, when a seemingly routine article earlier this month birthed the term TACO, an acronym for Trump Always Chickens Out.

The phrase, a play on the popular Mexican dish, was Armstrong’s way of describing Donald Trump’s now-predictable pattern: threatening to impose steep tariffs, only to back down shortly after. “Markets have learned that the U.S. administration doesn’t tolerate economic pain well,” Armstrong wrote. “It retreats once tariffs start to hurt. That’s the TACO theory—Trump Always Chickens Out.”

And just like that, TACO was born.

It didn’t take long for the term to go viral. Financial feeds on X (formerly Twitter) were soon flooded with memes, hashtags, and mock analyses. Investors began jokingly referring to “Taco Trades”—buying stocks low when Trump rattled markets with tariff threats, and cashing in when he predictably reversed course. The existence of a taco emoji only helped the meme take off.

Then came Wednesday.

During a press briefing in the Oval Office, Trump was asked about TACO. He hadn’t heard of it—and he did not like it.

“I chicken out? Never heard that before,” Trump barked. “That’s disgusting. Don’t ever say that again.”

He was reportedly furious afterward, scolding his aides for not alerting him to the joke circulating at his expense. According to White House sources, the president’s anger stemmed not only from the ridicule itself, but from what it attacked: his self-styled image as a tough-as-nails negotiator and dealmaker, the very persona he built in The Art of the Deal.

Insiders added that Trump felt the nickname undermined what he views as a strategic trade tactic. He even tried to clarify during the same press event: that he often sets intentionally “ridiculously high” tariff rates to pressure other countries into making concessions—then backs off if they comply.

Still, the damage was done.

“The joke clearly got under his skin,” one White House source told CNN. “It shows a fundamental misunderstanding of how he uses threats as leverage. And frankly, Trump doesn’t tolerate being seen as weak—so the idea that people think he ‘chickens out’ stings hard.”

Whatever Trump’s intentions, Wall Street has largely stopped taking his tariff threats at face value. Last Tuesday, markets surged after Trump once again postponed imposing 50% tariffs on the EU—just days after threatening them. A similar rally followed Wednesday, after a federal court ruled many of Trump’s tariffs illegal. Though the administration immediately appealed and secured a temporary freeze on the ruling pending a June 9 hearing, the pattern repeated itself yet again.

As for Robert Armstrong, he was stunned by the wildfire spread of his TACO theory.

“The mystery of social and traditional media remains utterly beyond me,” he said on the Financial Times’ popular podcast Unhedged. Still, he offered a tongue-in-cheek warning:

“What I really hope doesn’t happen is that Trump stops chickening out because of what I wrote. Let’s be clear: his retreats are the right thing to do. They’re worth celebrating. Three cheers for chickening out of bad policy.”

In the end, what began as a clever acronym has become a symbolic critique of Trump’s trade strategy—and a rare moment where a financial columnist found himself under the President’s skin, simply by calling his bluff.

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Paris Saint-Germain's Greatest Triumph Is Football’s Lowest Point

The UEFA Champions League final has always been a competitive match—until last night. Paris Saint-Germain demolished Inter Milan five–nil in a surreal, one-sided, and unprecedented blowout. It wasn’t just the largest scoreline in Champions League final history—it was an absurd mismatch. Even a Swiss Cup final between Basel and a third-division team of part-timers would likely be closer.

This wasn’t expected. PSG were favorites, but Inter had previously entered finals as underdogs and held their own—like their strong showing against Manchester City two years ago. This time, Inter weren’t just beaten—they were erased. It was so humiliating that some fans may wish they’d lost the semifinal to Barcelona instead. Calling it a mismatch is an understatement.

There have been one-sided finals before, but the losing teams still walked away with pride. In 2017, Real Madrid beat Juventus four–one—but it was one–one at halftime. Porto’s three–nil win over Monaco in 2004? First goal came in the thirty-ninth minute. Even Milan’s famous four–nil win over Barcelona in 1994 had a fighting Barca side. Inter offered nothing. Not even for a second.

So what went wrong? Inter had no injuries, no suspensions, and fielded their best lineup. Coach Simone Inzaghi used the same system that defeated Bayern and Barcelona. Yes, Inter is the oldest team in the tournament and played on multiple fronts—but fatigue doesn’t explain this collapse. They had two full weeks to rest and prepare. They just didn’t show up.

And maybe that’s because PSG were just that good. This wasn’t just dominance—it was something far beyond expectations. Credit goes to coach Luis Enrique, who has slowly built a cohesive, ego-free squad over the past two years. It’s proof you don’t need superstar names to win the Champions League—just a team willing to work for each other.

PSG’s journey this season was brutal. They had the toughest group stage draw and lost early matches against Arsenal, Atlético, and Bayern. At one point in early 2025, they were ranked twenty-fifth. Then came the turning point: down two–nil against Manchester City, they mounted a stunning comeback and won four–two.

From there, they rolled forward. A convincing win in Stuttgart, a comeback at Anfield, surviving Villa’s fightback, and then eliminating Arsenal—who had just crushed Real Madrid. The team gained confidence, rhythm, and momentum with every round. By the time they reached the final, they were playing fearless, fluid football.

Luis Enrique has instilled total football principles. No fixed roles. Fluid front lines. A flexible midfield without a traditional playmaker or defensive anchor. Fullbacks join attacks, defenders cover wide spaces, and young players like Willian Pacho quietly deliver near-perfect performances.

The goals in the final told the story: Hakimi, a right-back, scoring from center-forward position. Dembélé creating and pressing. Dhoué everywhere—assisting, scoring, dictating tempo. Even academy graduate Senny Maiolo got in on the action with a late fifth goal.

And while PSG danced, Inter crumbled. Their players mentally checked out and waited for the final whistle. It was a complete collapse.

Yes, PSG deserved to win. The players delivered. Luis Enrique deserves all the praise. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: this win is also a PR victory for Qatar.

This is sportswashing. A repressive regime accused of funding terror and abusing migrant workers improves its global image through beautiful football. It’s no coincidence that western media praises the club’s “new management style.” That’s the point. This is the story they want told.

The players—Dembélé, Dhoué—aren’t to blame. It’s unrealistic to expect young athletes to choose teams based on morality. But fans do have a choice. You can admire PSG’s football and still detest what the club represents. This win, as dominant as it was, is a sad milestone for football. PSG’s highest high is the sport’s lowest low.

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OnlyFans for Sale: From Lockdown Lifeline to Eight-Billion-Dollar Empire

OnlyFans, originally launched as a video platform for musicians and comedians, has turned into one of the most profitable adult content sites in the world—with over three hundred million users and billions in revenue. Now, its reclusive Jewish owner, Leonid Radvinsky, is reportedly looking to sell it—for a staggering eight billion dollars.

Headquartered in London with just fifty employees, OnlyFans takes twenty percent of its creators’ earnings from paid subscriptions. It gained massive traction during the COVID-19 pandemic, when both demand and supply of adult content soared as entertainers and sex workers turned to online platforms. The business model offers direct relationships between creators and fans, no middlemen, and no physical risk.

The company handed out five-point-three billion dollars to creators in 2023. That year, three hundred million users paid six-point-six billion dollars across over four million creator channels. Celebrities like Iggy Azalea, Bhad Bhabie, Tana Mongeau, and Lily Allen have all made significant earnings, with Allen famously charging ten dollars per month for photos of her feet. Snoop Dogg reportedly turned down a one-hundred-million-dollar offer to join.

Despite its success, OnlyFans has faced criticism for its adult content and business model. Critics say it still reinforces gendered power dynamics in the sex industry, and most of the platform’s revenue goes to a small elite of creators—ten percent of content creators account for seventy-three percent of profits.

Leonid Radvinsky, born in Odessa and raised in Chicago, bought seventy-five percent of the company in 2018 from founder Tim Stokely. A tech investor and entrepreneur since college, Radvinsky keeps a low profile but has donated millions to causes including Ukraine and AIPAC.

Despite the platform’s massive profits—nearly five hundred million dollars last year—selling it hasn’t been easy. A previous deal fell through due to backlash over a planned adult content ban. The site's nature has also scared off institutional investors, especially pension funds.

Still, OnlyFans remains highly attractive to buyers. It’s lean, avoids app store fees, and even pays lower credit card fees than most adult platforms. And unlike AI-generated content flooding the industry, OnlyFans thrives on real people and real connections.

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Thailand Closes Border Crossings with Cambodia Following Deadly Military Clash

Border skirmish near Chong Bok prompts checkpoint closures amid rising nationalist tensions and product boycott calls

Thailand has announced the closure of multiple border crossings with Cambodia following a fatal military clash near the disputed Chong Bok area in Ubon Ratchathani province. The incident, which occurred on May 28, resulted in the death of a Cambodian soldier and heightened tensions between the two nations.

Clash Details

The confrontation began around 5:30 a.m. when Thai troops encountered Cambodian soldiers in a contested border zone. Thai authorities reported that Cambodian forces initiated gunfire during an attempted negotiation, leading to a ten-minute exchange before a ceasefire was brokered by local commanders. Cambodia's Ministry of National Defence stated that Thai troops opened fire on a long-standing Cambodian position, resulting in one fatality and several injuries among its soldiers. Thai forces reported no casualties.

Border Closures Implemented

In response to the incident and subsequent nationalist backlash in Cambodia, including widespread calls on social media to boycott Thai products, Thai security agencies convened an emergency meeting. Citing concerns over the safety of local communities and cross-border trade, authorities decided to close all border checkpoints along the Thai-Cambodian border. The closures affect six permanent border crossings:

Chong Sa Ngam, Phu Sing District, Sisaket Province
Chong Chom, Kap Choeng District, Surin Province
Ban Khlong Luek, Aranyaprathet District, Sa Kaeo Province
Ban Laem, Pong Nam Ron District, Chanthaburi Province
Ban Phak Kad, Pong Nam Ron District, Chanthaburi Province
Ban Hat Lek, Khlong Yai District, Trat Province

Additionally, ten temporary crossings, including those at Preah Vihear and Ta Muen Thom, have been closed.

Diplomatic Efforts and Military Movements

Following the clash, Thai Army Chief General Pana Claewplodtook met with his Cambodian counterpart, General Mao Sophan, to express condolences and discuss de-escalation measures. Both sides agreed to withdraw troops from the immediate area and to seek peaceful resolutions through joint border committees. Despite these efforts, Cambodia has reinforced its military presence along the border, emphasizing its commitment to protecting territorial integrity.

Historical Context

The Thailand-Cambodia border has been a longstanding source of tension, particularly around the Preah Vihear temple area. In 2013, the International Court of Justice granted sovereignty over the temple to Cambodia, but disputes over adjacent land persist. Previous incidents, including a February confrontation at the Ta Muen Thom temple, have further strained relations.

Government Statements

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet have both expressed a desire to avoid further conflict and to resolve disputes through diplomatic channels. Cambodian authorities have urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified information on social media to prevent exacerbating tensions.

The situation remains fluid, with both nations monitoring developments and engaging in ongoing discussions to restore stability along the border.

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Southeast Asia Advocates for Evidence-Based Traditional Medicine at WHO Assembly

Thailand and regional partners present joint statement urging WHO to strengthen scientific validation, ethical innovation, and protection of traditional medical knowledge

At the 78th World Health Assembly held in Geneva in May 2025, Thailand, representing the World Health Organization's South-East Asia Region (SEAR), delivered a Joint Regional Position Statement concerning the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034. The statement outlined four key recommendations aimed at enhancing the integration and regulation of traditional medicine within global health systems.

1. Strengthening Evidence-Based Traditional Medicine

The SEAR delegation emphasized the necessity for the WHO to support the development of scientific evidence underpinning traditional medicine practices. This includes promoting regional research networks and the utilization of real-world data, while acknowledging and respecting the context of unrecorded traditional knowledge. The delegation also advocated for the elevation of the WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine in Jamnagar, India, as a hub for international research and innovation cooperation.

2. Ethical Innovation and Digital Health

The statement called for the ethical application of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in traditional medicine. It stressed the importance of respecting cultural contexts and ensuring that technological advancements serve to promote, rather than replace, traditional knowledge. Additionally, the delegation highlighted the need for adequate data protection measures and equitable access to digital health resources.

3. Protection of Traditional Medical Knowledge

The SEAR countries urged the WHO to implement stronger protections for traditional medical knowledge. This includes establishing fair benefit-sharing mechanisms and supporting the rights of indigenous communities in managing biodiversity sustainably. The delegation noted the urgency of this issue in the context of rapid trade and digital transformation.

4. Establishing Strong Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanisms

The statement recommended that the WHO establish clear, measurable indicators to track the progress of the Global Traditional Medicine Strategy efficiently. It also supported a comprehensive review of the strategy by 2030 to assess its effectiveness and impact.

These recommendations align with the strategic objectives outlined in the WHO's draft Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034, which aims to integrate traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine into national health systems, strengthen the evidence base, and ensure the safety and quality of traditional medicine practices.

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Hong Kong Raises Age Limit for Non-Local Skilled Workers to Address Labour Shortages

The age limit increase from 35 to 40 aims to attract skilled professionals amid an impending manpower crisis.

The government of Hong Kong has announced an increase in the age limit for non-local skilled workers seeking employment in the city from 35 to 40 years.

This decision was confirmed by the Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Chris Sun Yuk-han, who stated that the change is intended to attract vital talent to alleviate manpower shortages in various technical fields.

The announcement was made during a radio show, where Sun indicated that the details of the new scheme are still being finalized and will be disclosed in the near future.

He explained that an age limit set at 40 years is deemed more ideal since it allows skilled workers to potentially contribute to the economy until the age of 65, resulting in at least 25 years of economic input from new arrivals.

The sectors identified as having an acute need for this talent include lift maintenance, electrical technicians, and enrolled nurses for care homes.

A policy address by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu last October projected a labour shortfall of approximately 180,000 workers across various sectors within the next five years.

To address this, Lee pledged reforms to the city’s talent admission regime, including new pathways for skilled and experienced workers in specific trades facing significant manpower shortages.

The revised age limit follows extensive consultations, with the government noting that an age range of 18 to 40 years is expected to be more effective in attracting the necessary technical talent.

This revision reflects a broader global trend of aging populations, which is influencing talent acquisition strategies worldwide.

The initiative is positioned to admit 10,000 skilled professionals over a three-year period, with the labour chief asserting that this will not adversely affect local job prospects for technicians.

The programme aims not only to address manpower shortages but also to ensure the protection of local job opportunities, prioritizing industries experiencing acute labour deficiencies.

Additionally, the programme will facilitate the entry of professionals needed for emerging industries where specific skills are not readily available within Hong Kong.

Sun emphasized that the initiative will include strict requirements regarding qualifications and designated work scopes, ensuring that incoming professionals address the pressing shortages in technical fields.

While the government has not imposed restrictions on the origin of these professionals, it is anticipated that a significant proportion will come from mainland China, aligning with trends observed in similar talent acquisition programmes.

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Meta and Anduril Collaborate on AI-Driven Military Augmented Reality Systems

EagleEye project aims to enhance U.S. soldiers' battlefield awareness through advanced XR technology

Meta Platforms has announced a strategic partnership with defense technology firm Anduril Industries to develop advanced extended reality (XR) systems for the U.S. military.

The collaboration focuses on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) to enhance soldiers' situational awareness and decision-making capabilities on the battlefield.

Central to this initiative is the development of EagleEye, a high-tech helmet designed to provide real-time battlefield intelligence.

The helmet will incorporate Meta's AI models, including its Llama series, and leverage Anduril's Lattice platform—a command and control system that synthesizes data from multiple sources to deliver actionable insights to military personnel.

The EagleEye system aims to improve soldiers' sensory perception, enabling the detection of threats such as drones and concealed targets.

The technology is intended to function as an AI-powered assistant, capable of managing tasks and facilitating communication among units.

Meta's Reality Labs will contribute its expertise in AR and VR technologies to the project.

This partnership marks a significant step for Meta into the defense sector, following a policy change in November 2024 that allowed its AI models to be used for military applications by U.S. government agencies and defense contractors.

The collaboration also reunites Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg with Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril and former Oculus VR executive.

Meta and Anduril have submitted a joint proposal for the U.S. Army's Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) Next program, which seeks to advance the Army's Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS).

The proposal includes the development of XR devices aimed at enhancing soldier effectiveness through improved mobility, lethality, and situational awareness.

The EagleEye project is privately funded by Meta and Anduril, utilizing technology initially developed for commercial use.

The initiative reflects a broader trend of increased collaboration between technology companies and the defense sector, as the U.S. military seeks to incorporate cutting-edge innovations to maintain strategic advantages.

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