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Starmer Steps Back from Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Amid Strained US–UK Relations
British prime minister declines to join a U.S.-led Gaza governance initiative as tensions rise over tariffs, Greenland and diplomatic priorities
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Trump Cites UK’s Chagos Islands Sovereignty Shift as Justification for Pursuing Greenland Acquisition
U.S. President sharply criticizes Britain’s decision to transfer control of the Indian Ocean archipelago, linking it to national security and his controversial Greenland ambitions
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UK Green Party Leader Urges Review of U.S. Military Presence and Suggests Possibility of Expelling American Forces
Zack Polanski calls for reassessment of UK defense ties with the United States amid transatlantic tensions over Greenland and NATO cooperation
Mike Johnson Makes Historic First Address to British Parliament in Commemoration of America’s 250th Anniversary
The U.S. House Speaker underscores enduring transatlantic ties and shared democratic values amid contemporary geopolitical tensions
ESPN’s Australian Open Coverage Draws Sharp Criticism From American Tennis Fans
Broadcast changes and streaming requirements leave portions of the US fanbase frustrated over match access and presentation decisions
Trump Highlights Historic $50 Billion Rural Health Investment in White House Remarks
President Donald Trump addresses a White House roundtable to promote unprecedented funding for rural healthcare transformation
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Governor Jim Pillen Joins President Trump at White House Rural Health Roundtable
Meeting highlights the launch of a historic $50 billion initiative to strengthen and modernize rural health care
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Trump Proposes $1 Billion Fee for Permanent Membership on New Board of Peace
Draft charter for U.S.-led international organisation suggests hefty contribution secures lasting influence over post-conflict reconstruction efforts
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Trump Links Greenland Ambitions to Nobel Peace Prize Snub in Message to Norway’s Leader
U.S. president tells Norwegian prime minister disappointment over the Nobel Peace Prize informs his approach to Greenland, heightening transatlantic tensions
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European Nations Escalate Diplomacy and Prepare Retaliation after Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threats
EU leaders signal readiness to counter U.S. import levies tied to Greenland dispute, underscoring strains in transatlantic relations
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Trump Aides Say U.S. Has Discussed Offering Asylum to British Jews Amid Growing Antisemitism Concerns
Senior Trump adviser reveals exploratory talks with the U.S. State Department about potential refuge for Jewish Britons citing rising threats in the United Kingdom
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UK Seeks Diplomatic De-escalation with Trump Over Greenland Tariff Threat
British government engages Washington to defuse fresh trade tensions after U.S. signals levies on imports from Greenland could be considered
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Uni-China Group Debuts “Hong Kong Farmland” Brand to Boost Local Agriculture and Fisheries
Conglomerate unveils strategic initiative aligning with national development priorities to support Hong Kong’s agricultural and fisheries sectors
White House Blames Walz and Frey After Anti-ICE Protesters Disrupt Minneapolis Church Service
Administration accuses Minnesota leaders of inflaming unrest as federal probe, protests and legal challenges escalate in Twin Cities
Trump Oversees Modernisation of White House Emergency Bunker as Part of East Wing Renovation
Renovation of World War II-era Presidential Emergency Operations Center proceeds amid broader White House expansion plans
Massive Multi-Vehicle Collision on I-5 Near King-Pierce County Line Snarls Morning Commute
At least twenty-one vehicles collide in dense fog and debris conditions on Interstate 5, prompting hospitalisations and prolonged traffic disruptions
Sphere Entertainment Announces 6,000-Seat ‘Mini-Sphere’ Venue for Washington, D.C. Region
High-tech immersive entertainment venue planned at Maryland’s National Harbor promises new cultural anchor with major economic impact
Subco Unveils Groundbreaking Direct Australia-US Subsea Cable to Boost Connectivity for AI and Data Traffic
Brisbane’s Subco reveals APX East, a record-breaking direct undersea fibre link between Australia and the United States, set to transform international digital connectivity by 2028
High-Speed Train Collision in Southern Spain Kills at Least Twenty-One and Injures Scores
A high-speed train derailed near Adamuz in Andalusia and collided with an oncoming service, prompting a major rescue and ongoing investigation
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No Sign of an AI Bubble as Tech Giants Double Down at World’s Largest Technology Show
Executives and investors at CES showcase accelerating investment and real-world applications, brushing aside fears of an artificial intelligence slowdown
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World Leaders Express Caution Over Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Proposal Amid Concerns for United Nations Role
Diplomats and capitals urge careful assessment of U.S. initiative to form a ‘Board of Peace,’ highlighting implications for global institutions and multilateral cooperation
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Melting Ice Enhances Greenland’s Strategic and Economic Appeal as Arctic Transforms
Rapid warming is exposing resources and new shipping routes that could boost Greenland’s value and intensify geopolitical competition
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European Nations Consider Retaliation as Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat Sparks Transatlantic Row
EU capitals and NATO allies weigh counter-measures, including trade tariffs and anti-coercion tools, after President Trump announced duties on European imports linked to the Greenland dispute
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Starlink is shaking up UK broadband, now offering high speed internet from £35 a month, cheaper than BT and Virgin.
Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat Sparks EU Response and Risks Deep Transatlantic Rift
European Union capitals weigh triggering €93 billion in counter-tariffs as President Trump’s threat to levy duties over Greenland sovereignty escalates tensions with NATO allies
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Trump’s Tariff Escalation Presents Complex Challenges for the UK Economy
President Trump’s threatened tariffs on British exports could disrupt trade, weaken growth prospects and create uncertainty for UK businesses amid broader transatlantic tensions
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OpenAI to Begin Advertising in ChatGPT in Strategic Shift to New Revenue Model
The company will test ads in the United States on free and lower-cost ChatGPT tiers while pledging user privacy and clear separation of promotional content
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ChatGPT to Begin Showing Ads Inside Conversations as OpenAI Seeks New Revenue
OpenAI will test advertising in ChatGPT for free and low-cost users, marking a major shift in how the AI platform is funded and experienced
Elon Musk’s xAI Advances AI Safety Measures as Legal Challenge Highlights Industry Boundaries
xAI fortifies safeguards on its Grok AI platform amid a lawsuit, reinforcing its commitment to responsible artificial intelligence
White House Explores Executive Action to Cap Credit Card Interest at Ten Percent
President Trump’s proposal for a one-year ten percent ceiling on credit card APR is being shaped into potential regulatory action amid industry resistance
Surging AI Data Centers Strain U.S. Power Grid and Prompt Federal Action
Rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers is driving electricity demand and higher costs, prompting the Trump administration and state officials to seek grid reforms
Mass Protests Erupt in Denmark and Greenland Against Trump’s Push for U.S. Control of Arctic Territory
Denmark organized demonstrators rally across Nuuk and Danish cities to defend Greenland’s sovereignty in response to U.S. demands and tariff threats. But in fact, many Greenlanders wouldn’t mind to become US state rather then under Denma...
White House Press Secretary Warns CBS After Planned Interview With President Trump
Karoline Leavitt reportedly pushes back at network executives ahead of CBS interview with U.S. President Donald Trump over questions and coverage tone
Person of Interest in Classified Leak Probe Admits Mishandling Sensitive Material, Department of Justice Says
U.S. official linked to alleged disclosure of classified documents acknowledges errors in handling, intensifying scrutiny in high-profile leak investigation
Washington Lawmakers Weigh Bill to Expand Access to Abortion Medications Statewide
Proposed legislation would broaden prescribing authority and streamline distribution of abortion pills amid shifting national legal landscape
Pentagon Places 1,500 Soldiers on Standby for Potential Minnesota Deployment
U.S. Army units from Alaska have been ordered to prepare for possible deployment to Minnesota amid unrest linked to federal immigration enforcement
Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Oman Persuade Trump to Give Iran a Chance Amid Escalating Tensions
Gulf states’ last-minute diplomacy reportedly helped U.S. President Donald Trump step back from military strikes on Iran to avert broader regional conflict
EU Capitals Alarmed by Proposed ‘Membership-Lite’ Pathway for Ukraine’s Accession
Brussels’s draft reform to expedite Kyiv’s entry into the European Union through a two-tier model has unsettled member states and candidate countries
France Calls on EU to Deploy Powerful Trade Retaliation as Trump Announces Greenland-Linked Tariffs
Paris urges the European Union to activate its strongest trade defence mechanism in response to tariff threats tied to U.S. ambitions in Greenland
Syria and Kurdish Forces Agree Ceasefire as Government Reasserts Control
Damascus and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces agree to halt fighting after government advances in northeast Syria, marking a pivotal step in ending years of conflict
Global Spirits Producers Grapple with Unprecedented Oversupply as Demand Falters
Major distillers confront record stockpiles of unsold whisky, cognac and tequila amid weakening consumer demand and economic headwinds
EU Readies Massive Tariffs in Response to Trump’s Greenland Trade Threat
Brussels prepares a €93 billion retaliation plan and considers broader market restrictions as transatlantic tensions escalate over Greenland policy
Year into Second Term, Trump’s Ambitious Policy Promises Show Mixed Progress and Strategic Focus
An assessment of how key pledges — from the economy to foreign policy and immigration — have unfolded as Donald Trump marks one year back in the White House
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Keir Starmer Rejects Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat as ‘Completely Wrong’
British prime minister rebukes U.S. tariff plans tied to Greenland dispute, reaffirming NATO cooperation and allied sovereignty
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Japan Seeks Strategic Indispensability to Trump as Model for Australia’s Regional Role
Tokyo’s effort to position itself as a vital partner to President Trump highlights lessons Canberra could adopt to strengthen alliance relevance
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Israel Rebukes White House Over Appointments to Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ Amid Diplomatic Strains
Jerusalem says U.S. announcement on leadership for Gaza’s reconstruction and governance was uncoordinated and at odds with Israeli policy
Iranian Protesters Call for Regime Change as Global Rallies Reach the White House and Capitol Hill
Demonstrations inside Iran intensify while solidarity protests in Washington spotlight growing international pressure on Tehran
White House Resubmits NASA Deputy Administrator Nominee as Senate Process Continues
President Trump renominates retired Air Force colonel Matthew Anderson to serve as NASA’s deputy administrator as part of ongoing leadership appointments
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Starmer Steps Back from Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Amid Strained US–UK Relations
Trump Cites UK’s Chagos Islands Sovereignty Shift as Justification for Pursuing Greenland Acquisition
Trump Highlights Historic $50 Billion Rural Health Investment in White House Remarks
Governor Jim Pillen Joins President Trump at White House Rural Health Roundtable
Trump Proposes $1 Billion Fee for Permanent Membership on New Board of Peace
Trump Links Greenland Ambitions to Nobel Peace Prize Snub in Message to Norway’s Leader
European Nations Escalate Diplomacy and Prepare Retaliation after Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threats
Trump Aides Say U.S. Has Discussed Offering Asylum to British Jews Amid Growing Antisemitism Concerns
UK Seeks Diplomatic De-escalation with Trump Over Greenland Tariff Threat
High-Speed Train Collision in Southern Spain Kills at Least Twenty-One and Injures Scores
No Sign of an AI Bubble as Tech Giants Double Down at World’s Largest Technology Show
World Leaders Express Caution Over Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Proposal Amid Concerns for United Nations Role
Melting Ice Enhances Greenland’s Strategic and Economic Appeal as Arctic Transforms
European Nations Consider Retaliation as Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat Sparks Transatlantic Row
Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat Sparks EU Response and Risks Deep Transatlantic Rift
Trump’s Tariff Escalation Presents Complex Challenges for the UK Economy
OpenAI to Begin Advertising in ChatGPT in Strategic Shift to New Revenue Model
Year into Second Term, Trump’s Ambitious Policy Promises Show Mixed Progress and Strategic Focus
Keir Starmer Rejects Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat as ‘Completely Wrong’
Japan Seeks Strategic Indispensability to Trump as Model for Australia’s Regional Role
Trump to hit Europe with 10% tariffs until Greenland deal is agreed
Coinbase’s Strategic Power Play in Washington Alters Crypto Regulation Trajectory
National Guard Deployment in Washington Extended Through End of Two Thousand Twenty-Six
The graduate 'jobpocalypse': Entry-level jobs are not shrinking. They are disappearing.
Powering the Invisible Revolution: Why Energy, Engineers, and Manufacturing Are the Real AI Story
The Return of the Hands: Why the AI Age Is Rewriting the Meaning of “Real Work”
UK PM Kier Scammer Ridicules Tories With "Kamasutra"
Strategic Restraint, Credible Force, and the Discipline of Power
Florida Panthers to Be Honored at the White House for Their 2025 Stanley Cup Triumph
Trump Hosts Venezuelan Opposition Leader at White House Amid Strategic Press Briefing
Five Insights From President Trump’s Latest Reuters Oval Office Interview
Cybercrime, Inc.: When Crime Becomes an Economy. How the World Accidentally Built a Twenty-Trillion-Dollar Criminal Economy
Woman Claiming to Be Freddie Mercury’s Secret Daughter Dies at Forty-Eight After Rare Cancer Battle
White House Talks on Greenland End in Fundamental Disagreement Despite Working Group Agreement
U.S. Suspension of Immigrant Visa Processing for Citizens of Seventy-Five Countries Sparks Global Impact
Danish and Greenlandic Foreign Ministers Address Press After White House Meeting on U.S. Push for Greenland
Trump Presses Ahead with Controversial Greenland Ambitions After High-Level White House Talks
Donald Trump Organization Unveils Championship Golf Course and Luxury Resort Project in Saudi Arabia
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
EU Seeks ‘Farage Clause’ in Brexit Reset Talks With Britain
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