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Trump Banner at Justice Department Sparks Debate Over Political Symbolism
Display prompts partisan criticism while supporters describe it as a statement of leadership and reform
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Trump’s Strategic Warning to UK Over Chagos Islands Deal Sparks Diplomatic Whiplash
Former US President Donald Trump sharply rebukes Britain’s agreement on the Chagos Archipelago, citing Iran tensions and control of the Diego Garcia military base
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UK Businesses Face Fresh Uncertainty Following US Tariff Ruling
Trade experts warn that a recent American court decision on import duties could disrupt exporters and complicate transatlantic supply chains
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Debate Grows Within Australia’s Liberal Party Over Adopting Trump-Style Campaign Strategy
Senior conservatives weigh the electoral appeal of combative, populist messaging, but analysts question its viability in metropolitan Australia
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman praises the rapid progress of Chinese tech companies.
He emphasizes that advancements in various fields, including AI, are significant and often underestimated.
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One day after ex-Prince Andrew's arrest, British police are searching his former home, while U.K. lawmakers will consider introducing legislation to remove him from the line of royal succession
Vandana Shiva reminding the world that Bill Gates did not invent anything.
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Majority of Americans Say Trump’s Deportation Effort Has Gone Too Far
New polling shows growing public concern over aggressive immigration enforcement tactics amid fatal shootings and expanded operations
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Concerns Mount Over Potential Saudi Uranium Enrichment in Prospective US Nuclear Accord
Arms control specialists caution that civilian nuclear cooperation deal could open path to sensitive fuel-cycle capabilities
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UK Confirms Preferential U.S. Trading Terms Will Continue After Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
British government moves to reassure businesses that bilateral arrangements remain intact despite legal shift in Washington
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U.S. and U.K. to Hold Talks on Diego Garcia as Iran Objects to Potential Military Use
Diplomatic discussions planned over strategic Indian Ocean base after Tehran criticises reported reference to its role in possible strike scenarios
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The Impact of U.S. Sanctions on Cuba's Humanitarian Crisis: A Tightening Noose
As the U.S. intensifies economic pressure, Cuba faces unprecedented humanitarian challenges, raising ethical questions about the impact on innocent citizens.
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Trump Directs Government to Release UFO and Alien Information
The President's announcement follows Obama’s comments on extraterrestrial life and classified information.
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Trump Signs Global 10% Tariffs on Imports
The move comes despite a Supreme Court ruling against the tariff plan, with implementation set to begin shortly.
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Justice Department Faces Strain as White House Intensifies Focus on Voter Integrity
Federal prosecutors navigate internal debate while the administration advances expanded election oversight initiatives
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Trump Executive Order on Glyphosate Sparks Sharp Backlash From MAHA Health Coalition
Make America Healthy Again advocates accuse the White House of abandoning its anti-pesticide stance after designating a controversial herbicide as vital to national security
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Bipartisan Governors Highlight Productive Dialogue Despite White House Meeting Rift
State leaders underscore ongoing cooperation even as tensions over invitations to a Trump-hosted event strain traditional bipartisan engagement
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Washington State Gas Prices Climb Sharply to Become Among the Nation’s Highest
Average costs in Washington have risen significantly over the past month, outpacing national trends and ranking second only to California
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Washington Commanders Face Defensive Reckoning as Offseason Begins
Following a disappointing 2025 campaign, the Commanders’ leadership and roster strategy are under scrutiny with emphasis on upgrading a struggling defense
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Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Urges Dialogue and Shared Commitment Amid Internal Disagreements
Community leaders emphasize that differences over Israel and social issues need not fracture ties and call for strengthened engagement and inclusive conversation
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Washington Marks George Washington’s Birthday With National Mall Commemorations
Festive programming and historic reflection draw visitors to Washington, D.C.’s symbolic core on the federal holiday celebrating the nation’s first president
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United Kingdom Denies U.S. Access to Military Base for Potential Iran Strike
The UK government refuses U.S. requests to utilize Diego Garcia in a possible military operation against Iran.
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UK ‘Working Closely with US’ to Assess Impact of Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
British officials analyse implications for transatlantic trade after landmark decision curbs aspects of U.S. tariff authority
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United States Signals Preference for Streamlined NATO Summit Format, Questions Expanded Indo-Pacific Participation
Washington indicates reservations about inviting non-member partners including Ukraine, Australia, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand
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Australia Grants Alcoa Forest-Clearing Exemption Linked to U.S. Critical Minerals Partnership
Newly released ministerial document shows national interest decision tied to strategic minerals cooperation with Washington
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US Supreme Court Voids Trump’s Emergency Tariff Plan, Reshaping Trade Power and Fiscal Risk
Six-to-three ruling finds Congress—not the executive—holds taxing authority, leaving $133bn in collected duties and refund claims unresolved.
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Trump’s Evolving Stance on UK Chagos Islands Deal Draws Renewed Scrutiny
Former president’s shifting comments on proposed UK–Mauritius agreement highlight strategic focus on Diego Garcia base
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UK Has Not Granted US Approval to Launch Iran Strikes from RAF Bases, Government Confirms
British officials clarify no request or authorisation has been made for American military action against Iran from UK soil
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AI Pricing Pressure Mounts as Chinese Models Undercut US Rivals and Margin Risks Grow
Lower-cost Chinese subscriptions and cheaper US model tiers intensify competition, raising questions about long-term profitability and hardware advantage.
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Federal Reserve Acknowledges Unusual ‘Rate Check’ After White House Contact, Dollar Slides
Confirmation of rare market outreach prompts currency volatility as investors reassess U.S. interest rate outlook
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High-Profile Guest List Fuels Speculation Ahead of White House State Dinner
Diplomatic, political and cultural figures expected as Washington prepares for closely watched evening event
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White House Authorizes Expanded ICE Detentions for Refugee ‘Rescreening’ Effort
New directive empowers immigration authorities to hold certain refugees for additional vetting as administration intensifies security review
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Trump-Allied Commission Fast-Tracks Approval of Controversial White House Ballroom Expansion
Federal fine arts panel unanimously backs president’s 90,000-square-foot ballroom plan despite public opposition and preservation concerns
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US Office of Personnel Management launches ‘Tech Force’ with tech leaders to train elite coders
The cross-government programme will place engineers and data scientists across major federal agencies while partnering with dozens of private-sector firms.
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U.S. Bolsters Military Presence as President Trump Signals Readiness to Confront Iran
Naval and air assets repositioned in the region amid rising tensions, with White House emphasizing strength and deterrence
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U.S. Posts Record Goods Trade Deficit Even as Trump’s Tariff Strategy Reshapes Supply Chains
New data show widening gap in merchandise trade, reflecting strong domestic demand and shifting import patterns under tariff regime
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Trump Administration Unveils Plan for New Global Health Body Following WHO Withdrawal
Officials outline proposal for alternative international health framework, arguing it would better protect U.S. interests despite higher projected costs
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New Homeland Security Memo Details Expanded Refugee Detention for Additional Security Screening
Policy document outlines enhanced vetting procedures as administration moves to tighten refugee admissions oversight
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Dean Philip Parker Meets Wisconsin Lawmakers in Washington to Advance Academic and Policy Partnerships
University leader holds discussions on research funding, workforce development and federal support during Capitol Hill visit
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Tech Giants Build Parallel Power Networks to Sustain Explosive Growth of U.S. Data Centers
Silicon Valley firms invest in private energy infrastructure to secure reliable electricity for artificial intelligence and cloud expansion
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Qatar and Saudi Arabia Each Commit One Billion Dollars to President Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Initiative
Major Gulf pledges signal strong backing for Trump-led diplomatic platform aimed at advancing regional stability and economic cooperation
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Trump Reasserts Opposition to UK Chagos Islands Proposal, Urges Stronger Strategic Alignment
Former US president signals renewed resistance to British plan over Indian Ocean territory, emphasising security and sovereignty concerns
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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis advocates for a ban on minors using social media.
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Jensen Huang just told the story of how Elon Musk became NVIDIA’s very first customer for their powerful AI supercomputer
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Meanwhile in Time Square, NYC One of the most famous landmarks
Meanwhile in Time Square, NYC One of the most famous landmarks in one of the most famous cities in the entire World. New York is quickly turning into London
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Jillian Michaels reveals Bill Gates’ $55 million investment in mRNA vaccines turned into over $1 billion.
She shares details from 2019 before the pandemic began.
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Former British Prince Andrew Arrested on Suspicion of Misconduct in Public Office
Police detain Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor amid investigation tied to Jeffrey Epstein files and alleged sharing of official information
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Ex-Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrested
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Trump Banner at Justice Department Sparks Debate Over Political Symbolism
Trump’s Strategic Warning to UK Over Chagos Islands Deal Sparks Diplomatic Whiplash
Trump Team Weighs Strategy for Deploying Additional $500 Billion in Defense Spending
Trump Signals Determined Path Forward After Supreme Court Tariff Decision
Two Dead and Seven Injured After Street Shooting in Richmond Following Altercation
Series of Pacific Storm Systems Set to Drench Western Washington With Rain and Mountain Snow
UK Businesses Face Fresh Uncertainty Following US Tariff Ruling
Debate Grows Within Australia’s Liberal Party Over Adopting Trump-Style Campaign Strategy
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman praises the rapid progress of Chinese tech companies.
Vandana Shiva reminding the world that Bill Gates did not invent anything.
Majority of Americans Say Trump’s Deportation Effort Has Gone Too Far
Concerns Mount Over Potential Saudi Uranium Enrichment in Prospective US Nuclear Accord
UK Confirms Preferential U.S. Trading Terms Will Continue After Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
U.S. and U.K. to Hold Talks on Diego Garcia as Iran Objects to Potential Military Use
The Impact of U.S. Sanctions on Cuba's Humanitarian Crisis: A Tightening Noose
Trump Directs Government to Release UFO and Alien Information
Trump Signs Global 10% Tariffs on Imports
Justice Department Faces Strain as White House Intensifies Focus on Voter Integrity
Trump Executive Order on Glyphosate Sparks Sharp Backlash From MAHA Health Coalition
Bipartisan Governors Highlight Productive Dialogue Despite White House Meeting Rift
Washington State Gas Prices Climb Sharply to Become Among the Nation’s Highest
Washington Commanders Face Defensive Reckoning as Offseason Begins
Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Urges Dialogue and Shared Commitment Amid Internal Disagreements
Washington Marks George Washington’s Birthday With National Mall Commemorations
United Kingdom Denies U.S. Access to Military Base for Potential Iran Strike
UK ‘Working Closely with US’ to Assess Impact of Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
United States Signals Preference for Streamlined NATO Summit Format, Questions Expanded Indo-Pacific Participation
Australia Grants Alcoa Forest-Clearing Exemption Linked to U.S. Critical Minerals Partnership
US Supreme Court Voids Trump’s Emergency Tariff Plan, Reshaping Trade Power and Fiscal Risk
Trump’s Evolving Stance on UK Chagos Islands Deal Draws Renewed Scrutiny
UK Has Not Granted US Approval to Launch Iran Strikes from RAF Bases, Government Confirms
AI Pricing Pressure Mounts as Chinese Models Undercut US Rivals and Margin Risks Grow
Federal Reserve Acknowledges Unusual ‘Rate Check’ After White House Contact, Dollar Slides
High-Profile Guest List Fuels Speculation Ahead of White House State Dinner
White House Authorizes Expanded ICE Detentions for Refugee ‘Rescreening’ Effort
Trump-Allied Commission Fast-Tracks Approval of Controversial White House Ballroom Expansion
US Office of Personnel Management launches ‘Tech Force’ with tech leaders to train elite coders
U.S. Bolsters Military Presence as President Trump Signals Readiness to Confront Iran
U.S. Posts Record Goods Trade Deficit Even as Trump’s Tariff Strategy Reshapes Supply Chains
Trump Administration Unveils Plan for New Global Health Body Following WHO Withdrawal
New Homeland Security Memo Details Expanded Refugee Detention for Additional Security Screening
Dean Philip Parker Meets Wisconsin Lawmakers in Washington to Advance Academic and Policy Partnerships
Tech Giants Build Parallel Power Networks to Sustain Explosive Growth of U.S. Data Centers
Qatar and Saudi Arabia Each Commit One Billion Dollars to President Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Initiative
Trump Reasserts Opposition to UK Chagos Islands Proposal, Urges Stronger Strategic Alignment
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis advocates for a ban on minors using social media.
Jensen Huang just told the story of how Elon Musk became NVIDIA’s very first customer for their powerful AI supercomputer
Meanwhile in Time Square, NYC One of the most famous landmarks
Jillian Michaels reveals Bill Gates’ $55 million investment in mRNA vaccines turned into over $1 billion.
Former British Prince Andrew Arrested on Suspicion of Misconduct in Public Office
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