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Washington Holds Back as Britain and France Signal Willingness to Deploy Troops in Postwar Ukraine
European allies outline security commitments for a future peace settlement while the United States urges caution on ground forces
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White House Launches $200 Billion Mortgage-Bond Initiative to Lower U.S. Home Loan Rates
Trump directs large mortgage-backed securities purchases to reduce borrowing costs and address housing affordability
Greenland’s Leaders Reject Trump’s Push for U.S. Control, Asserting Self-Determination
Political chiefs in Greenland unite to dismiss American acquisition talk and insist the island’s future belongs to its people
Trump Urges US Oil Sector to Back $100 Billion Venezuela Revival, Exxon Calls Country ‘Uninvestable’
White House meeting highlights stark industry divisions over legal risk, infrastructure decay and investment feasibility in post-Maduro Venezuela
FBI’s Exclusive Control of ICE Shooting Inquiry Draws State Leaders’ Doubts Over Fairness
Minnesota officials and prosecutors warn that the federal-only investigation into the fatal ICE shooting may lack transparency and undermine trust
Former U.S. Officials Urge White House to Reject Any Military Plan for Greenland
Bipartisan ex-diplomats warn that threatening force to acquire Greenland could damage NATO and alliances
Trump Juggles Affordability Agenda and Assertive Foreign Policy in Lead-Up to 2026 Elections
Domestic cost-of-living initiatives compete with a surge in overseas military and geopolitical actions in shaping the president’s messaging
Growing Number of U.S. Lawmakers Opt to Leave Congress for Governors’ Mansions
Members of both parties cite influence, leadership ambitions and desire for executive roles as motivations for statewide bids
Judge Temporarily Halts Trump Election Integrity Order After States Challenge Authority
Court grants preliminary injunction as Oregon and Washington press a procedural challenge to the president’s directive
Washington National Opera Announces Departure from Kennedy Center Amid Artist Exodus
Company cites governance and artistic concerns as it joins a widening group of institutions leaving the venue
UK Moves on Chagos Sovereignty Raise U.S. Concerns Over Indo-Pacific Defence Posture
Debate over the transfer of Diego Garcia and shifting British strategy sparks questions about the strength of U.S.–UK cooperation on regional security
Trump Says Putin Fears the United States but Not Europe as Ukraine War Continues
U.S. president asserts Russian leader is wary of American power while urging European allies to strengthen support for Kyiv
Protesters marched through downtown Minneapolis and gathered outside hotels said to be housing federal agents, setting off fireworks, banging pots and chanting anti-immigration-enforcement slogans
Trump Unveils Playful ‘Happy Trump’ Lapel Pin at White House Energy Talks
At a White House meeting with oil industry leaders, President Donald Trump sported a cartoon-style ‘Happy Trump’ pin alongside the American flag, drawing widespread attention and online interest.
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OpenAI and SoftBank Commit One Billion Dollars to Energy and Data Centre Supplier
The joint investment signals growing strategic focus on the infrastructure needed to support large-scale artificial intelligence computing
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NASA Orders Crew-11 Home Early After On-Orbit Medical Concern
The four-person International Space Station team will return more than a month ahead of schedule while one crew member undergoes further evaluation on Earth
Race to Succeed Guterres Begins as UN Seeks New Leader for Post-2026 Era
With António Guterres set to leave office at the end of December twenty twenty-six, attention is turning to a highly political selection shaped by veto power and funding leverage
Trump’s White House Transformation Set to Redefine Historic Silhouette
Extensive construction under President Trump includes a new grand ballroom and possible West Wing expansion that will permanently alter the White House’s appearance
ExxonMobil Warns President Trump That Venezuela Remains Uninvestable
Chief executive Darren Woods resists calls to rapidly reenter Venezuela, citing unresolved risks and structural instability in the country’s energy environment
X Platform Adopts Iran’s Historic Lion and Sun Flag Emoji Amid Ongoing Unrest
The social network’s digital representation of Iran’s flag will shift from the Islamic Republic emblem to the older Lion and Sun design in recognition of protests
Trump’s Son Left Her, His Father Sent Her to Athens: The U.S. Ambassador Who Has Greece Buzzing
Kimberly Guilfoyle, the former fiancée of Donald Trump Jr., was appointed U.S. ambassador just hours after the president’s son was photographed with another woman. What looked like a “consolation prize” quickly became an unexpected succe...
Trump and Colombia’s Petro Set for White House Meeting Amid Diplomatic Thaw
After a period of heightened tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump invites Colombian President Gustavo Petro to Washington in early February
Inside the Lens: How the White House Photographer Captures the Oval Office’s Evolving Portrait
Chief White House photographer discusses his craft and the visual documentation of presidential history and space
France Reschedules G7 Summit to Avoid Overlap With White House UFC Celebration
Paris moves the 2026 leaders’ summit by one day amid high-profile White House sporting event and diplomatic coordination
White House Announces New Assistant Attorney General Post to Lead Nationwide Fraud Enforcement
Administration establishes Senate-confirmed role to combat taxpayer fraud with broad jurisdiction and heightened federal focus
Trump Hosts Oil Industry Leaders at White House to Advance Venezuela Energy Strategy
President meets executives as he seeks large-scale investment to rebuild Venezuelan oil capacity and secure U.S. energy interests
U.S. Employers Added Fifty Thousand Jobs in December, Closing Out a Sluggish Year for Hiring
December payroll gains underline a year of restrained job growth as businesses remained cautious despite economic stability
Sonia De Los Santos Withdraws from Kennedy Center Engagements, Citing Unwelcoming Environment
Grammy-nominated artist becomes latest performer to cancel shows amid shifts at the Kennedy Center under Donald Trump’s leadership
Washington State Advances Measures to Shield Children from AI Chatbot Risks
Lawmakers Accelerate Debates on AI Regulations Focused on Youth Safety Amid Rising Concerns Over Mental Health Impacts
Washington Democrats Decline to Hold Hearings on Parental Rights and Trans Athlete Initiative Measures
State Democratic leaders in Olympia signal they will not advance high-profile citizen initiatives on parental rights and transgender sports participation
Trump’s New National Park Fee Policy Sparks Operational Disruption and Visitor Backlash
A new surcharge on international visitors at U.S. national parks is causing delays, confusion and concern over tourism and staffing
France delays this year’s G7 summit to avoid conflict with UFC event planned at the White House on Donald Trump’s birthday.
Bible Sales Smash Records in the U.S. and U.K. as Interest in Scripture Climbs
New data show unprecedented Bible purchasing in both countries, driven by cultural shifts, younger readers and moments of national reflection
There is no sovereign immunity for poisoning millions with drugs.
International law has validity only when it protects citizens, not when it shields criminals behind titles and borders.
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US officials discussed direct payments to Greenlanders ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 in an effort to persuade the territory to break away from Denmark and join the United States
UK Support Bolsters U.S. Seizure of Russian-Flagged Tanker Marinera in Atlantic Strike on Sanctions Evasion
Britain provided surveillance, naval assistance and basing support to a U.S. operation that intercepted a reflagged tanker linked to sanctioned oil networks, underscoring deep Anglo-American security cooperation and legal complexities on...
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The Claim That Maduro’s Capture and Trial Violate International Law Is Either Legally Illiterate—or Deliberately Deceptive
The seizure, detention, and prosecution of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the United States is undoubtedly an international sensation. It breaks long-standing conventions. And at first glance, it appears to violate international ...
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Trump’s White House Ballroom Plan Would Match Main Residence in Height, Stirring Debate Over Historic Grounds
Revised designs for a major new ballroom show a structure as tall as the White House itself, drawing attention to scale, timing, and preservation concerns
Vice President Vance Defends ICE Officer and Places Responsibility on ‘Left-Wing’ Forces After Fatal Minneapolis Shooting
At a White House briefing, Vice President J.D. Vance asserts the ICE agent acted in self-defense and attributes blame to political rhetoric as controversy and protests escalate
U.S. Suspends Aid to Somalia After Dispute Over Food Aid, Deepening Bilateral Strains
Washington halts assistance to Mogadishu’s government amid allegations Somali authorities destroyed a U.S.-funded warehouse and seized humanitarian supplies, drawing strong denial from Somali officials
Washington Democrats Spark Debate on Gerrymandering Despite Hurdles in State Legislature
A symbolic resolution to explore mid-decade redistricting ignites discussion on partisan map drawing amid national battles over congressional boundaries
Peaceful Protests Continue in Minneapolis After ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman
Demonstrations persist over the death of a 37-year-old woman shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer amid federal enforcement operations
US Lawmakers Push Back on Claims Saudi Arabia Is Accommodating Islamist Movements
Members of Congress say fears about Riyadh shifting toward Islamists are overstated and stress continued alignment with US counterterrorism priorities
UK Digital Rights Group Calls on Government to Reduce Reliance on US Big Tech for Critical Infrastructure
Open Rights Group urges inclusion of a digital sovereignty strategy in the Cybersecurity and Resilience Bill to address dependence on US cloud and software providers
Opinion: Australia Must Reaffirm International Norms as U.S. Foreign Policy Shifts Under Trump
An Australian commentary urges Canberra to champion rules-based diplomacy in response to perceived erosion of global norms during Donald Trump’s presidency
A passenger plane couldn’t land in Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen due to storm
President Trump demands the immediate ABOLITION of mass mail-in voting
"We're the only country STUPID enough to vote by mail!"
President Trump Orders Broad U.S. Withdrawal from International Organisations
The directive signals a sharp shift toward national sovereignty, though the full scope and implementation details remain unclear.
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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
UK Anti-Disinformation Campaigner Sues Trump Administration After Being Targeted Over Tech Regulation
Australian Wheat Grows as Competitive Force in South Korea’s Milling Imports
Trump Expected to Name New White House Ballroom After Himself, Cementing Presidential Legacy
Man Suffers Medical Emergency Behind Trump at White House Press Conference, Event Briefly Interrupted
James Blair Emerges as a Key White House Enforcer in Trump’s Second Term
U.S. Supermarket Gives Customers Free Groceries for Christmas After Computer Glitch
Caviar and Foie Gras? China Is Becoming a Luxury Food Powerhouse
Trump and First Lady Present Striking All-Black Look in Official White House Christmas Portrait
Photographer Christopher Anderson Defends Viral White House Portraits Amid Backlash
U.S. Government Warns UK Over Free Speech in Pro-Life Campaigner Prosecution
TikTok Reaches U.S. Joint Venture Deal but Algorithm Control Could Strain U.S.–China Relations
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