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Trump Meets Oil Industry Leaders at White House to Chart Strategy for Venezuelan Oil Revival
President Trump convenes major energy executives to encourage US investment in Venezuela’s oil infrastructure following recent political shifts
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Greenland’s Prime Minister Asserts Loyalty to Denmark Over U.S. Ahead of White House Talks
Jens-Frederik Nielsen declares Greenland will choose Denmark, NATO and the EU if forced to decide, amid renewed U.S. pressure
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UK Intensifies Arctic Security Engagement as Trump’s Greenland Rhetoric Fuels Allied Concern
London joins NATO partners in bolstering defence strategy in the Arctic amid renewed U.S. pressure to acquire Greenland
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Australia’s Ambassador to the United States to Leave Post Early After Tensions with Trump Surface
Former prime minister Kevin Rudd will depart the Washington ambassadorial post in March, drawing attention to past public criticisms of Donald Trump amid strong bilateral cooperation achievements
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Denmark and Greenland Foreign Ministers to Hold High-Stakes Talks with U.S. Officials at White House
Lars Løkke Rasmussen and Vivian Motzfeldt will meet Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio amid rising tensions over U.S. interest in Greenland
Smithsonian Faces Crucial Compliance Deadline as White House Demands Review of Museum Content
Federal funding is at stake as the Smithsonian must deliver extensive exhibition and programming documents under a Trump administration executive order
Trump Administration Announces End to Temporary Protected Status for Somali Nationals
U.S. government says Somali Temporary Protected Status will lapse in March, requiring affected immigrants to depart or seek alternative status
Trump Rebukes Federal Prosecutors as Weak at White House Event, Escalating Political Pressure on Justice Department
At a ceremonial gathering turned critique, President Trump faulted U.S. attorneys for perceived inaction and urged stronger enforcement
Senior Federal Prosecutors Resign Amid Turmoil Over Minneapolis ICE Shooting Investigation
Multiple Justice Department lawyers quit as controversy grows over handling of fatal shooting and exclusion of civil rights unit
Washington State Increases Public Funding for Green Jet Fuel as Part of Broader Clean Energy Strategy
Olympia directs new tax incentives and grants toward sustainable aviation fuel development and production facilities to cut emissions and bolster economic growth
Americans’ Cancer Survival Reaches Record High as Treatment Advances Extend Lives
New data show sustained gains in U.S. cancer survival, including for historically deadly forms of the disease
No Verified Reporting Found on Ferguson’s ‘Laser Focused’ Budget Claim
Search of current, trusted sources finds no recent public statement matching the quoted description
Australian Teen Charged Over ‘Swatting’ Hoax Calls Targeting U.S. Schools and Retailers
Teenager in New South Wales faces multiple charges after allegedly making false mass shooting reports to U.S. emergency services, sparking international law enforcement cooperation
Trump Reaches Out to Elizabeth Warren in Rare Bipartisan Call
The U.S. president phones the Massachusetts senator as the White House signals openness to direct engagement across party lines
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Trump to Host Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado at the White House
Washington confirms first in-person meeting with Nobel Peace Prize laureate as Venezuela’s political future remains in flux
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Three Inmates Killed and More Than a Dozen Hospitalised After Violent Brawl at Georgia’s Washington State Prison
Gang-linked altercation at medium-security facility in Davisboro leaves multiple inmates and a guard hurt as authorities launch investigation
Eyewitnesses Describe Chaos and Deadly Violence in Georgia’s Washington State Prison Brawl
Three inmates killed and more than a dozen injured as a major altercation at Washington State Prison exposes deep security challenges
Washington State Legislature Convenes 2026 Session with Budget, Tax and Policy Battles Ahead
Lawmakers begin a 60-day short session in Olympia focused on supplemental budgets, tax proposals and emerging policy priorities
Trump Administration Keeps Airstrikes on the Table as U.S. Responds to Iran’s Crackdown
White House underscores readiness to consider military options, including airstrikes, while emphasising diplomacy as the preferred path amid escalating unrest in Iran
Trump and U.S. Catholic Bishops’ Leader Discuss Shared Priorities at the White House
President Donald Trump meets Archbishop Paul Coakley to explore cooperation on humanitarian, social and faith-based issues
Markets Jitter as White House Faces Backlash Over Powell Investigation and Bond Market Turmoil
Treasuries, equities and the dollar wobble after the Justice Department’s unprecedented probe of the Fed head fuels fears over central bank independence
White House Says Trump ‘Unafraid’ to Use Military Force Against Iran as Tensions Escalate
Amid widespread protests and violent crackdowns in Iran, the United States signals readiness to keep military options open while pursuing diplomacy first
White House Weighs Iran’s Nuclear-Talks Offer as Trump Considers Military Response
Amid escalating unrest and international pressure, the U.S. evaluates diplomacy and deterrent options as Tehran signals willingness to negotiate
Trump Imposes Immediate Twenty-Five Percent Tariffs on Nations Trading with Iran Amid Rising Tensions
The U.S. president orders sweeping tariffs targeting countries doing business with Tehran as protests escalate inside Iran and diplomatic pressure mounts
Trump Escalates Pressure on Iran as China Urges Restraint Amid Worsening Unrest
Beijing rejects the use of force following U.S. threats of military strikes over Tehran’s crackdown on widespread protests
Former Australian Foreign Ministers Urge Rethink of Alliance with ‘Unpredictable’ United States
Veteran diplomats call on Canberra to reconsider strategic ties with the United States amid concerns over recent American foreign policy actions and implications for AUKUS
Trump Aide Says King Charles Could Encounter Porta-Potties During Potential U.S. Visit Amid White House Renovations
With state visit planning underway, a senior White House official warns that ongoing construction may mean temporary facilities for royal guests on the South Lawn
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Trump Makes Rare Roof Appearance as White House Ballroom Project Advances
President Trump surveys the West Wing roof with architects amid plans for a privately financed, multi-hundred-million-dollar expansion including a new State Ballroom
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Smithsonian Removes Impeachment References from Trump Portrait Display Amid Institutional Review
The National Portrait Gallery has pared back biographical context for Donald Trump’s exhibit, removing text on his impeachments as part of broader updates linked to presidential directives
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White House Balances Oil Strategy and Democratic Goals in Venezuela Policy Shift
U.S. advances control of Venezuelan oil revenues and invites investment while insisting on political transition after Maduro’s ouster
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Trump Designates Saudi Arabia a Major Non-NATO Ally, Elevating US–Riyadh Defense Partnership
US President Donald Trump announces formal Major Non-NATO Ally status for Saudi Arabia amid broader strategic and military cooperation
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Shapiro’s 2026 Pennsylvania Campaign Viewed as Crucial Test of National Ambitions
As Governor Josh Shapiro seeks re-election, observers assess how his performance could shape his prospects for a potential 2028 presidential bid
Trump to Be Briefed on Iran Response Options as Protests Escalate and U.S. Considers Next Steps
President Trump will receive a detailed national security briefing on a range of strategies addressing Iran’s unrest, including cyber, sanctions and military options
Trump Declares National Emergency to Protect Venezuelan Oil Revenue as U.S. Expands Strategic Control
President Trump invokes emergency powers to shield oil funds held in U.S. accounts from judicial seizure, reinforcing a broader policy to stabilise Venezuela’s energy sector and align it with U.S. economic and foreign policy goals
U.S. Push to Revive Venezuela’s Oil Industry Faces Skepticism from Big Oil Over $100 Billion Plan
President Trump urges American companies to commit capital to rebuild Venezuela’s crude sector, but executives caution the venture is fraught with legal, political and economic obstacles
Trump Urges Cuba to ‘Make a Deal’ as Venezuelan Oil Support Stops After Maduro’s Ouster
With Venezuelan aid cut and Cuba’s economy under strain, President Trump issues a stark ultimatum for Havana to negotiate with Washington before it’s ‘too late’
United States Men Triumph Over Australia Seventeen-Nine in Southern California Test Match
In a commanding performance, the U.S. men’s team secured a 17-9 victory over Australia to open their two-game series on home soil
First Baby Boomers Set to Turn Eighty, Marking a Global Demographic Turning Point
The milestone underscores accelerating population aging with far-reaching implications for health care, pensions, and social policy.
New Fossil Analysis Prompts Scientists to Reexamine Key Evolutionary Assumptions
Researchers argue that fresh interpretations of the fossil record raise questions about long-standing evolutionary explanations.
Debate Intensifies Over Social Security Reform as Trust Fund Pressures Loom
Growing concern about long-term sustainability is driving sharp disagreement over how the retirement system should be secured.
California Considers Wealth Tax That Would Directly Affect the State’s Billionaire Class
Proposed legislation is reviving debate over revenue, economic competitiveness, and the risk of capital flight.
Trump’s Emergency Move to Unlock Frozen Federal Funds Tests the Limits of Executive Power
A national emergency declaration aimed at releasing blocked resources has intensified constitutional questions as courts and agencies scrutinise federal spending authority.
Washington’s Internal Fractures Are Now a Governance Crisis, Not a Political Mood
When party control is this fragile and consensus this rare, the system stops governing and starts merely surviving.
U.S. State Department Orders Citizens to Leave Venezuela Amid Heightened Security Risks
The advisory urges Americans and lawful permanent residents to depart immediately as severe dangers and limited consular support persist.
Rare U.S. Air Force Aircraft Spotted at Los Angeles Airport Fuels Online Speculation
The unexpected appearance of a specialized military plane prompted intense discussion and conspiracy theories across digital platforms.
President Trump Announces New Alcohol Tariffs as Trade Pressure Intensifies
The administration signals a tougher trade stance with a tariff plan affecting alcoholic imports from multiple countries.
Unusual Stock Trades Prompt Scrutiny Over Timing Linked to U.S. Political Activity
Questions have emerged after market observers noted transactions whose timing coincided with major political developments.
How Google Keep Quietly Became a Daily Productivity Essential for Many Users
Once overlooked, the simple note-taking app is now widely valued for its practical role in everyday organization.
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Trump Meets Oil Industry Leaders at White House to Chart Strategy for Venezuelan Oil Revival
Greenland’s Prime Minister Asserts Loyalty to Denmark Over U.S. Ahead of White House Talks
UK Intensifies Arctic Security Engagement as Trump’s Greenland Rhetoric Fuels Allied Concern
Australia’s Ambassador to the United States to Leave Post Early After Tensions with Trump Surface
Trump Reaches Out to Elizabeth Warren in Rare Bipartisan Call
Trump to Host Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado at the White House
Trump Aide Says King Charles Could Encounter Porta-Potties During Potential U.S. Visit Amid White House Renovations
Trump Makes Rare Roof Appearance as White House Ballroom Project Advances
Smithsonian Removes Impeachment References from Trump Portrait Display Amid Institutional Review
White House Balances Oil Strategy and Democratic Goals in Venezuela Policy Shift
Trump Designates Saudi Arabia a Major Non-NATO Ally, Elevating US–Riyadh Defense Partnership
Washington Holds Back as Britain and France Signal Willingness to Deploy Troops in Postwar Ukraine
Trump Unveils Playful ‘Happy Trump’ Lapel Pin at White House Energy Talks
OpenAI and SoftBank Commit One Billion Dollars to Energy and Data Centre Supplier
There is no sovereign immunity for poisoning millions with drugs.
UK Support Bolsters U.S. Seizure of Russian-Flagged Tanker Marinera in Atlantic Strike on Sanctions Evasion
The Claim That Maduro’s Capture and Trial Violate International Law Is Either Legally Illiterate—or Deliberately Deceptive
UK Confirms Support for US Seizure of Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker in North Atlantic
Maduro Pleads Not Guilty in U.S. Federal Court After Dramatic Capture
Maduro’s Arrest Without The Hague Tests International Law—and Trump’s Willingness to Break It
German Intelligence Secretly Intercepted Obama’s Air Force One Communications
The U.S. State Department’s account in Persian: “President Trump is a man of action. If you didn’t know it until now, now you do—do not play games with President Trump.”
Fake Mainstream Media Double Standard: Elon Musk Versus Mamdani
Maduro Flown to New York After U.S. Military Operation as Trump Says Washington Will Temporarily Oversee Venezuela
US Joint Chiefs Chairman Outlines How Operation Absolute Resolve Was Carried Out in Venezuela
Korean Beauty Turns Viral Skincare Into a Global Export Engine
President Trump Says United States Will Administer Venezuela Until a Secure Leadership Transition
Delta Force Identified as Unit Behind U.S. Operation That Captured Venezuela’s President
Europe’s Luxury Sanctions Punish Russian Consumers While a Sanctions-Circumvention Industry Thrives
Berkshire’s Buffett-to-Abel Transition Tests Whether a One-Man Trust Model Can Survive as a System
Trump Announces U.S. Large-Scale Strike on Venezuela, Declares President Maduro and Wife Captured
Tesla Loses EV Crown to China’s BYD After Annual Deliveries Decline in 2025
YouTube Agrees to Major Settlement, Helping Fund Trump’s White House Ballroom Project
Trump Hosts Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago in Strategic Talks on Gaza, Iran and West Bank Policies
US and Australian Cyber Agencies Warn of Active ‘MongoBleed’ Exploitation Targeting MongoDB Servers
Europe’s Largest Defence Groups Set to Return Nearly Five Billion Dollars to Shareholders in Twenty Twenty-Five
Diamonds Are Powering a New Quantum Revolution
Trump’s Second Term Brings Major Shifts in U.S. Science Policy and Funding
Trump Says U.S. Struck Venezuelan Dock Facility in Expanded Anti-Drug Campaign
Trump and Netanyahu Hold Pivotal Talks in Florida on Gaza Ceasefire, Iran and Regional Security
Trump’s Ukraine Peace Initiative Encounters Fresh Setbacks After Call With Putin
How JD Vance Helped Ease Tensions Between Donald Trump and Elon Musk
Netanyahu Seeks to Reaffirm Military Leverage in Talks with Trump as Gaza Ceasefire Falters
Trump Meets Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago Amid Intensified Peace Negotiations and Russian Tensions
Netanyahu’s Upcoming Visit with Trump Highlights Strategic Divergences on Gaza, Iran and Regional Policy
Why Saudi Arabia May Recalibrate Its US Spending Commitments Amid Rising China–America Rivalry
Trump and Zelenskyy Signal Coordinated Push for Negotiated End to Russia’s War
President Trump Makes History as First U.S. President to Host the 48th Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C.
King Charles and Prince William Poised for Separate 2026 US Visits to Reinforce UK-US Trade and Diplomatic Ties
Trump Presents South Korean President Lee with White House Golden Key in Symbolic Gesture of Alliance
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