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Sunday, Feb 01, 2026
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U.S. Justice Department Publishes Millions of Jeffrey Epstein Files Amid Intensified Scrutiny
A massive tranche of documents, images and videos is released under a transparency law, revealing communications involving powerful figures and renewing political controversy
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Panama Supreme Court Cancels Hong Kong Firm’s Canal Port Concession, Boosting U.S. Strategic Aims
Judicial ruling annuls CK Hutchison’s long-standing port licences at Panama Canal entrances, advancing U.S. efforts to limit Chinese influence in a key global trade artery
White House Distances Trump From Early Claims by Officials After Fatal Pretti Shooting
Administration clarifies that President Trump has not endorsed characterisations by aides of the Minneapolis shooting victim as a ‘domestic terrorist’ as investigations continue
Trump Advances Plans for Monumental 250-Foot Arch in Washington, D.C.
President seeks to erect a towering triumphal arch near the Lincoln Memorial to mark America’s 250th anniversary, expanding earlier designs into a larger, more symbolic structure
Partial U.S. Government Shutdown Begins After Senate Passes Revised Funding Deal
Congress fails to complete spending legislation ahead of the deadline, triggering a weekend shutdown while lawmakers prepare to reconvene
Last-Minute Hiccups Stall Funding Deal Between Democrats and White House as Shutdown Deadline Looms
Negotiations to avert a partial U.S. government shutdown encounter procedural delays and intra-party resistance despite a tentative bipartisan framework
Federal Judge Declines Minnesota’s Bid to Halt Trump Administration’s Immigration Enforcement Surge
U.S. District Judge rejects immediate injunction against Operation Metro Surge, allowing the federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota to continue as legal challenges proceed
Arctic Blast Intensifies Across Eastern U.S. with Frigid Wind Chills and Gusty Winds
Severe cold, strong winds and wind chill advisories grip large swaths of the United States through early Sunday as arctic air lingers
Washington Legislature Debates Sweeping Kratom Tax and Regulation Proposals
Lawmakers consider a near-doubling tax on kratom products and stronger consumer protections amid safety concerns
No Verifiable Reporting Found on Claimed Washington ‘Water War’ Story
Live searches do not confirm the existence of a current, publishable news report matching the requested description
Trump Pushes Plan for Monumental 250-Foot ‘Independence Arch’ in Washington, D.C.
President proposes towering new triumphal arch near the Lincoln Memorial as part of U.S. Semiquincentennial commemorations and a bold architectural legacy
Washington Weighs Gulf Rivalry as Trump Maintains Strategic Balance Between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi
Intense lobbying highlights competition between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, but U.S. leadership signals no departure from a calibrated approach
Saudi Arabia Bars U.S. Bases and Airspace for Any Potential Strike on Iran
Riyadh’s firm refusal to permit U.S. use of its territory for military action against Iran adds a diplomatic constraint amid rising regional tensions
U.S. Approves Nearly $15.7 Billion in Arms Sales to Saudi Arabia and Israel Amid Middle East Tensions
Washington notifies Congress of separate multi-billion-dollar military equipment packages to bolster allied defensive capabilities in a volatile regional security environment
Trump’s Hardline Immigration Drive Draws Parallels with Australia’s Past Border Policies
The Biden-era immigration backlash in the United States under Donald Trump echoes elements of Australia’s historical approach to asylum seekers and migrant control, prompting debate at home and abroad
DOJ Unveils Millions of Epstein Files, Fueling Global Scrutiny of Elite Networks
Release of over 3 million pages, 180,000 images and 2,000 videos under a new law reveals thousands of emails involving high‑profile figures without indicating wrongdoing
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Kathryn Burgum, Wife of Interior Secretary, Appointed White House Adviser for National Recovery Initiative
President Trump names Kathryn Burgum co-chair of the Great American Recovery Initiative to lead federal addiction recovery efforts
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France Begins Phasing Out Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Advance Digital Sovereignty
Paris mandates shift to French‑built Visio platform for public sector as part of broader European push to reduce reliance on U.S. technology
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Trump Warns Britain and Canada Against Expanding Trade Ties With China
The U.S. president says deeper economic dependence on Beijing carries strategic risks and urges close allies to prioritise secure and trusted supply chains
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White House Launches ‘Great American Recovery Initiative’ to Tackle National Addiction Crisis
President Trump signs executive order establishing a coordinated federal effort to address substance use disorder through prevention, treatment and recovery support
President Trump said he planned to speak with Iran, even as the US dispatched another warship to the Middle East
President Trump said he planned to speak with Iran, even as the US dispatched another warship to the Middle East and Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said the military would be ready to carry out whatever the president decided.
Asian airports are beginning to implement COVID-style screenings in response to a Nipah virus outbreak.
The virus can spread between animals and people, specifically from fruit bats and pigs.
Did Keir Starmer's visit to China help improve bilateral relations - and how much did President Trump have to do with it?
"Let's deal with each other as adults and respect our differences and move on to a better, more constructive outcome for the Chinese and British people"
White House Rebukes Bruce Springsteen’s Protest Song, Labels It ‘Random’ and ‘Irrelevant’
Administration dismisses musician’s anti-ICE track amid broader debate over immigration policy and federal enforcement actions
From Samsung's soaring profits to a major round of Amazon job cuts, Here is a roundup of the big stories in business and finance for this week
White House Mockery of Don Lemon’s Arrest Draws Sharp Backlash from Press Freedom Advocates
Official social media celebration of journalist’s detention provokes widespread criticism from media organisations and lawmakers
A convicted terrorist, who plotted to blow up British Embassy & Church probably will be elected to become a member of the UK government
Once you own the voting block - you can vote in anyone - conquered without firing a single shot.
Khaby Lame sold his face, voice, and behavior patterns for $975 million so a company can build an AI clone of him.
Fired in 2020 to digital clone in 2026.
White House Moves to Prepare for Brief Government Shutdown as Congress Seeks Swift Resolution
With a temporary lapse pending due to funding timetable, Washington braces for a short shutdown while lawmakers aim to minimise its duration
White House’s Response to Don Lemon’s Arrest Sparks National Debate Over Press Freedom and Government Conduct
Officials’ social media reaction to the journalist’s federal arrest has become a flashpoint in discussions about the role of independent media and legal boundaries for journalists at protests
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U.S. Justice Department Launches Federal Civil Rights Investigation into Alex Pretti Shooting
FBI assumes lead role in probing fatal Minneapolis shooting by federal agents amid public outcry and emerging video evidence
Trump Signs Executive Order to Stage First-Ever IndyCar Street Race in Washington, D.C.
The ‘Freedom 250 Grand Prix’ will run through the capital this August as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations
Trump Taps Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve, Signalling Shift in U.S. Monetary Policy
Former Fed governor and critic of current policy nominated to succeed Jerome Powell amid pressure for lower interest rates
Washington Post Journalists Urge Bezos to Protect Newsroom Amid Cost-Cutting Push
Staff warn that deep reductions would undermine the paper’s public mission as management weighs restructuring plans
IndyCar to Host First Street Race in Washington, D.C. This August in Historic ‘Freedom 250’
President Trump signs executive order launching the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix around the National Mall as part of America’s 250th anniversary festivities
Saudi-U.S. Relations Enter a More Nuanced Phase as Riyadh Asserts Strategic Autonomy
Recent diplomatic and security decisions highlight a recalibration in Saudi foreign policy without dismantling its long-standing partnership with Washington
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair to Reorient U.S. Monetary Policy Toward Pro-Growth Interest Rates
President Donald Trump’s decision to nominate Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve is not just a personnel change. It is a statement about what the administration believes the Fed should be doing right now...
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Meanwhile in Lille, France French police lower their shields to make way for the firefighters protesting Emmanuel Macrons treasonous sell out government.
The European revolution was always going to start in France…. Once the police will start to serve the people instead of the corrupt politicians, democracy will prevail and human rights will win.
Panama's Supreme Court has annulled key port contracts held by a subsidiary of CK Hutchison, leaving the future ownership of some Panama Canal operations unclear.
Melania Trump’s Documentary ‘Melania’ Debuts in Washington Before Global Release
First Lady’s Amazon-backed film premieres at the Trump-branded Kennedy Center ahead of a wide theatrical rollout and streaming debut
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U.S. Treasury Places Thailand on Enhanced Currency Monitoring List Amid Broader Scrutiny of Exchange-Rate Practices
Washington’s semiannual report adds Thailand to a roster of economies whose currency and macroeconomic policies merit close observation, though it stops short of any manipulation designation
HSBC Seeks to Rebuild Its Hong Kong IPO Business After Missing Out on 2025 Listings Boom
The bank shifts strategic focus to capture a larger share of Hong Kong’s vibrant equity capital markets amid strong fundraising activity
Tech Market Shifts and AI Investment Surge Drive Global Innovation and Layoffs
From Microsoft and Apple to Uber’s robotaxi push, key developments reflect AI’s transformative impact on industry and jobs
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Global Shifts in War, Trade, Energy and Security Mark Major International Developments
From Ukraine ceasefire talks to Cuba’s oil crunch, and from trade tensions to defence programmes, global affairs are in rapid motion
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Markets Jolt as AI Spending, US Policy Shifts, and Global Security Moves Drive New Volatility
Microsoft and Tesla face investor pressure while Washington signals major central bank, energy, and military decisions.
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U.S. Signals Potential Decertification of Canadian Aircraft as Bilateral Tensions Escalate
Growing discord between Washington and Ottawa raises concerns over aviation safety and cross-border trade.
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Senate Funding Vote Fails, Raising Prospect of Partial U.S. Government Shutdown
Senators block a key appropriations package after disputes over Homeland Security funding amid immigration oversight demands
White House Grapples with Aftermath of Minneapolis Shooting of Alex Pretti
The Trump administration navigates political backlash and shifting messaging in the chaotic hours after federal agents fatally shot a 37-year-old nurse during a protest
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U.S. Justice Department Publishes Millions of Jeffrey Epstein Files Amid Intensified Scrutiny
DOJ Unveils Millions of Epstein Files, Fueling Global Scrutiny of Elite Networks
Kathryn Burgum, Wife of Interior Secretary, Appointed White House Adviser for National Recovery Initiative
France Begins Phasing Out Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Advance Digital Sovereignty
Trump Warns Britain and Canada Against Expanding Trade Ties With China
White House’s Response to Don Lemon’s Arrest Sparks National Debate Over Press Freedom and Government Conduct
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair to Reorient U.S. Monetary Policy Toward Pro-Growth Interest Rates
Melania Trump’s Documentary ‘Melania’ Debuts in Washington Before Global Release
Tech Market Shifts and AI Investment Surge Drive Global Innovation and Layoffs
Global Shifts in War, Trade, Energy and Security Mark Major International Developments
Markets Jolt as AI Spending, US Policy Shifts, and Global Security Moves Drive New Volatility
U.S. Signals Potential Decertification of Canadian Aircraft as Bilateral Tensions Escalate
Former South Korean First Lady Kim Keon Hee Sentenced to 20 Months for Bribery
President Trump Highlights ‘Trump Accounts’ Initiative to Bolster Child Investment and Financial Security
Tesla Ends Model S and X Production and Sends $2 Billion to xAI as 2025 Revenue Declines
China Executes 11 Members of the Ming Clan in Cross-Border Scam Case Linked to Myanmar’s Lawkai
Cuba Warns It Has Only Weeks of Oil Remaining as US Pressure Tightens
Trump Administration Officials Held Talks With Group Advocating Alberta’s Independence
Starmer Signals UK Push for a More ‘Sophisticated’ Relationship With China in Talks With Xi
Shopping Chatbots Move From Advice to Checkout as Walmart Pushes Faster Than Amazon
Starmer Seeks Economic Gains From China Visit While Navigating US Diplomatic Sensitivities
The AI Hiring Doom Loop — Algorithmic Recruiting Filters Out Top Talent and Rewards Average or Fake Candidates
Same Man, Fake Media Double Standards: Obama Decorated Tom Homan — Trump Appoints Him, and Suddenly He’s “Extreme”
Amazon to Cut 16,000 Corporate Jobs After Earlier 14,000 Reduction, Citing Streamlining and AI Investment
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rate at 3.75% as Powell Faces DOJ Criminal Investigation During 2026 Decision
Putin’s Four-Year Ukraine Invasion Cost: Russia’s Mass Casualty Attrition and the Donbas Security-Guarantee Tradeoff
Wall Street Bets on Strong US Growth and Currency Moves as Dollar Slips After Trump Comments
UK Prime Minister Traveled to China Using Temporary Phones and Laptops to Limit Espionage Risks
Google’s $68 Million Voice Assistant Settlement Exposes Incentives That Reward Over-Collection
Kim Kardashian Admits Faking Paparazzi Visit to Britney Spears for Fame in Early 2000s
Thailand and Nepal Launch Virus Screening After Nipah Outbreak Confirmed in India
UPS to Cut 30,000 More Jobs by 2026 Amid Shift to High-Margin Deliveries
France Plans to Replace Teams and Zoom Across Government With Homegrown Visio by 2027
Storm-Triggered Landslide in Sicily Pushes Cliffside Homes to the Edge as Evacuations Continue
Trump Removes Minneapolis Deportation Operation Commander After Fatal Shooting of Protester
U.S. Central Command Announces Regional Air Exercise as Iran Unveils Drone Carrier Footage
Four Arrested in Andhra Pradesh Over Alleged HIV-Contaminated Injection Attack on Doctor
Hot Drinks, Hidden Particles: How Disposable Cups Quietly Increase Microplastic Exposure
Iran’s Elite Wealth Abroad and Sanctions Leakage: How Offshore Luxury Sustains Regime Resilience
Spain’s 500,000 Regularization Move: Labor Fix or Political Fuse
Trump’s Foreign Policy Poses Fresh Challenge to Australia’s Strategic Balance
Meta and EssilorLuxottica Ray-Ban Smart Glasses and the Non-Consensual Public Recording Economy
WhatsApp Develops New Meta AI Features to Enhance User Control
Germany Considers Gold Reserves Amidst Rising Tensions with the U.S.
Michael Schumacher Shows Significant Improvement in Health Status
Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince in Heated Exchange After Reporter Questions Khashoggi Murder and 9/11 Links
Greenland’s NATO Stress Test: Coercion, Credibility, and the New Arctic Bargaining Game
Diego Garcia and the Chagos Dispute: When Decolonization Collides With Alliance Power
Trump Claims “Total” U.S. Access to Greenland as NATO Weighs Arctic Basing Rights and Deterrence
Air France and KLM Suspend Multiple Middle East Routes as Regional Tensions Disrupt Aviation
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