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Trump Administration Eyes Adopting Australian-Style Retirement System in US
President endorses Australia’s mandatory ‘super’ pension model — but experts warn the United States may face major legal, cultural and structural hurdles
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U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal Designed to Power Cities — Not Produce Bombs, Officials Say
New civil-nuclear agreement envisages electricity generation under tight safeguards, not uranium enrichment or weapons production
Trump Hosts Congo and Rwanda Leaders for Peace and Minerals Pact at White House
US-brokered “Washington Accords” aim to end decades of conflict and secure critical-mineral access for the United States
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Amazon Prepares to Expand Its Delivery Network as Talks with U.S. Postal Service Stall
E-commerce giant may withdraw from USPS by end of 2026 while boosting its in-house logistics and rural delivery footprint
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Appeals Court Pauses Order to Remove National Guard — Trump Administration Can Keep Troops in Washington, D.C. for Now
Judges grant administrative stay, allowing deployment to continue while the legal challenge proceeds
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Why Washington, D.C. Was Excluded as a 2026 World Cup Host Site
FIFA passed over the U.S. capital after rejecting the proposed stadium and bidding arrangement amid logistical concerns
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White House’s ‘Daddy’ Nickname for Trump Sparks Debate and Mixed Reactions
A playful moniker from a NATO summit now embraced by the White House draws scrutiny over tone and symbolism
Trump Administration Unveils Major Rollback of U.S. Fuel Economy Standards
New proposal cuts mileage requirements to 34.5 mpg by 2031, reversing Biden-era mandates and sparking national debate
Trump Appoints New Architect to Advance Expansive White House Ballroom Project
Shalom Baranes takes over design leadership as the administration accelerates plans for a major East Wing expansion
Washington’s Assault-Weapon Sale Ban Upheld Once Again by Federal Court
Judge rejects latest challenge, marking the fourth time courts have shielded the 2023 law from injunctions
California doctor sentenced to 2.5 years for supplying Matthew Perry with ketamine before fatal overdose
Dr. Salvador Plasencia receives a 30-month federal prison term for illegally distributing ketamine to the actor; four others have pleaded guilty in the wider case
DNI Tulsi Gabbard refers Barack Obama and other former-officials to DOJ after accusing them of “treasonous conspiracy” over 2016-election intelligence
Gabbard submits criminal referral to Department of Justice, triggering federal review — but leading fact-checks find her evidence does not support treason claims
Trump administration warns Keir Starmer over UK’s Online Safety Act, calls it a threat to free-speech and US tech firms
White House flags concerns that Britain’s new law mirrors European censorship efforts and pressures American platforms
Canada pledges further support for Ukraine, foreign minister backs NATO bid for Kyiv
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand confirms new aid and says Ukraine should be allowed NATO membership amid continued war
Trump Signals Interest in Australia-Style “Superannuation” as U.S. Eyes Pension Reform
With Social Security under pressure, Biden’s predecessor says Canberra’s mandatory retirement savings model could inspire U.S. overhaul of retirement security
National Press Club of Australia Cancels Talk by Chris Hedges — Sparks Debate Over Press Freedom
Pulitzer-winning journalist’s scheduled address on Gaza journalists abruptly withdrawn, drawing backlash over alleged censorship and bias
China: This is how the new campus of Jiaotong University looks in the Chinese city of Xi'an
Airline Pilots Reluctant to Report Mental Health Issues Due to Career Concerns
Many pilots fear job jeopardy and prolonged medical evaluations when disclosing mental health struggles.
Hungary's Government Characterizes Itself as a Defender of Christian Values Amidst Immigration Concerns
Viktor Orbán asserts Hungary's unique stance in Europe, while Donald Trump issues a warning regarding immigration issues.
White House 2025 Christmas Display Blends Patriotism and Tradition Under Trump Decor Theme
"Home Is Where the Heart Is" decorations include patriotic motifs, Lego portraits and nod to military families — but no explicit focus on Abraham Lincoln
Kremlin Calls Moscow Talks with U.S. Envoy “Useful” as No Breakthrough Reached on Ukraine Peace Plan
Five-hour meeting between Russian President and U.S. envoys ends without agreement — territorial demands remain the main barrier
White House Renames Peace Institute After Donald Trump Ahead of Major Diplomatic Event
The U.S. Institute of Peace is retitled in honor of Donald J. Trump as the administration prepares for a key regional agreement.
Ukraine and U.S. Negotiators to Meet in Florida as Moscow Talks Falter
Washington hosts Kyiv delegation ahead of resumed contacts with Russia after Kremlin rejected previous peace proposal
White House Unveils ‘Media Offenders’ Portal and Tipline to Flag Alleged Fake News
New official site names outlets and journalists it brands biased while inviting the public to submit ‘misleading’ reports
India backs down on plan to mandate government “Sanchar Saathi” app on all smartphones
After widespread backlash, New Delhi revokes order requiring phones to ship with state-owned cybersecurity app
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Trump Grants Pardon to Ex-Entertainment Executive Indicted by DOJ in Arena Bid-Rigging Case
Tim Leiweke’s charges dropped after full clemency, prompting debate over justice and presidential clemency use
Trump Moves to Slash Fuel-Efficiency Rules for Cars and Trucks
Administration proposes steep rollback of mileage standards, aiming to ease costs for automakers and buyers while critics warn of higher pollution and fuel bills
Pentagon Watchdog Says Hegseth Breached Protocol in Sensitive Strike Messaging
Inspector General finds Defense Secretary’s use of an unsecured app violated regulations and risked exposing operational details
Police Probe Shooting Outside Washington, Pennsylvania Community Club as Mayor Urges Public Help
One man hospitalised after overnight gunfire outside local club; city officials appeal for witnesses as investigation begins
Majority in Australia, Japan and India See Trump Presidency as Harmful — New Poll Finds
Survey reveals over half in each country believe Donald Trump’s second term damages their national interests
Gulf Oil Wealth Eyes Hollywood: Could Middle East Funds Soon Part-Own CBS, HBO or CNN?
Talks over financing a major media merger reignite concerns about foreign-state influence in US entertainment and news assets
Russian Cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev Removed from Upcoming Space Mission for Alleged Espionage
Oleg Artemyev faces dismissal from his role in an imminent ISS mission after allegedly leaking confidential SpaceX documents.
Italian Prime Minister Criticizes French Colonial Policies in Africa
Giorgia Meloni addresses France's monetary control over African nations, using their wealth by keeping them poor
US private employers shed 32,000 jobs in November, signals cooling labour market
ADP report shows unexpected decline in private-sector payrolls ahead of delayed official jobs data
White House Launches ‘Trump Accounts’ for Children Backed by $6.25 Billion Dell Family Donation
New federal investment accounts aim to give 25 million U.S. children an early financial foundation
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Florida’s Space Coast Sets Packed December Launch Schedule After Latest Falcon 9 Mission
SpaceX and ULA line up multiple launches this month from Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center
Florida Lawmakers’ Property-Tax Overhaul Sparks Fears of Deep Cuts to Fire and Emergency Services
House-approved amendments to slash property taxes draw warnings that fire departments and EMS could be left underfunded
White House Defends Lethal Boat-Strike Campaign as Congressional and Legal Pressure Mounts
Pentagon insists Caribbean drug-boat strikes were lawful even as lawmakers and human-rights bodies demand answers over survivor killings
White House Logs Show President Trump Working 12-Hour Days, Countering Fatigue Claims
Private Oval Office schedules reveal heavy workload and dozens of meetings amid recent reports questioning president’s stamina
White House Defends Use of Carpenter Song in ICE Video After Singer Condemns It
Administration dismisses Sabrina Carpenter’s criticism and stands by immigration-enforcement messaging
Pentagon Orders All National Guard Soldiers in Washington, D.C. to Carry Weapons After Capital Shooting
Live-weapon patrols begin as Guard presence swells — signalling a major shift in U.S. domestic force posture
Trump Administration Sues Washington State for Refusing to Hand Over Protected Voter Data
Department of Justice demands full voter-roll access, challenging state laws on privacy and sparking legal showdown
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson Signals Cuts-Only Budget Plan as State Faces $15 B Shortfall
Ferguson prepares to submit a spending-reductions-focused budget before the legislative session begins, ruling out new taxes for now
Afghan National Pleads Not Guilty from Hospital Bed in First Court Appearance After Deadly Guard Shooting
Rahmanullah Lakanwal appears via video from hospital, faces first-degree murder and assault charges over ambush near White House
Trump Extends Grand Welcome to Saudi Crown Prince as U.S.–Saudi Partnership Deepens
High-profile Washington visit cements sweeping defence, investment and strategic agreements between the two nations
If you have a gmail account now is the time to check your settings. AI may be reading all of your emails and publicly profiling you based on your own private and confidential data
China is living in the future…
Lamborghini SUV Crashes onto Bus-Stop Shelter in Icy Conditions
A 19-year-old driver lost control of a Lamborghini Urus in winter weather, causing a dramatic incident with minimal injuries reported.
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Trump Administration Eyes Adopting Australian-Style Retirement System in US
Trump Hosts Congo and Rwanda Leaders for Peace and Minerals Pact at White House
Amazon Prepares to Expand Its Delivery Network as Talks with U.S. Postal Service Stall
Appeals Court Pauses Order to Remove National Guard — Trump Administration Can Keep Troops in Washington, D.C. for Now
Why Washington, D.C. Was Excluded as a 2026 World Cup Host Site
India backs down on plan to mandate government “Sanchar Saathi” app on all smartphones
White House Launches ‘Trump Accounts’ for Children Backed by $6.25 Billion Dell Family Donation
Melania Trump Unveils 2025 White House Christmas Theme ‘Home Is Where the Heart Is’ with Patriotic Cheer and Personal Touches
Google warns of AI “irrationality” just as Gemini 3 launch rattles markets
Top Consultancies Freeze Starting Salaries as AI Threatens ‘Pyramid’ Model
Macron Says Washington Pressuring EU to Delay Enforcement of Digital-Regulation Probes Against Meta, TikTok and X
Questions Swirl After Bank of America CEO Absent from High-Profile White House Dinner
Rep. Don Bacon Says White House Lacks ‘Moral Clarity’ on Ukraine Peace Plan
Melania Trump Ushers in Holiday Season with 2025 White House Christmas Tree
Starmer Defends Autumn Budget as Finance Chief Faces Accusations of Misleading Public Finances
Southeast Asia Floods Push Death Toll Above Nine Hundred as Storm Cluster Devastates Region
EU Firms Struggle with 3,000-Hour Paperwork Load — While Automakers Fear De Facto 2030 Petrol Car Ban
White House launches ‘Hall of Shame’ site to publicly condemn media outlets for alleged bias
250 Still Missing in the Massive Fire, 94 Killed. One Day After the Disaster: Survivor Rescued on the 16th Floor
Trump: National Guard Soldier Who Was Shot in Washington Has Died; Second Soldier Fighting for His Life
"I Would Have Given Her a Kidney": She Lent Bezos’s Ex-Wife $1,000 — and Received Millions in Return
European States Approve First-ever Military-Grade Surveillance Network via ESA
Joe and Hunter Biden Step Out Together in Nantucket — First Public Sighting Since Leaving the White House
Trump-McCrery Dispute Exposes Rift Over Gigantic New White House Ballroom Plan
Two National Guard Soldiers Shot Near White House; Afghan-Born Suspect in Custody, Trump Labels It Terror
Lamine Yamal? The ‘Heir to Messi’ Lost to Barcelona — and the Kingdom Is in a Frenzy
The Ukrainian Sumo Wrestler Who Escaped the War — and Is Captivating Japan
The Three Letters Lifting Google and Challenging Nvidia’s Dominance in the AI-Chip Market
Warner Music Group Drops Suit Against Suno, Launches Licensed AI-Music Deal
HP to Cut up to 6,000 Jobs Globally as It Ramps Up AI Integration
MediaWorld Sold iPad Air for €15 — Then Asked Customers to Return Them or Pay More
Tensions Surface in Trump-MBS Talks as Saudi Pushes Back on Israel Normalisation
COP30 Ends Without Fossil Fuel Phase-Out as US, Saudi Arabia and Russia Align in Obstruction Role
NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani Reveals Unusual Book He Spotted at White House
Melania Trump Welcomes White House Christmas Tree in Festive Holiday Tradition
Federal Judge Dismisses Cases Against Comey and James Over Illegal Prosecutor Appointment
Trump Hosts Saudi Crown Prince for Major Defence and Investment Agreements
Google Struggles to Meet AI Demand as Infrastructure, Energy and Supply-Chain Gaps Deepen
Car Parts Leader Warns Europe Faces Heavy Job Losses in ‘Darwinian’ Auto Shake-Out
Arsenal Move Six Points Clear After Eze’s Historic Hat-Trick in Derby Rout
Wealthy New Yorkers Weigh Second Homes as the ‘Mamdani Effect’ Ripples Through Luxury Markets
Families Accuse OpenAI of Enabling ‘AI-Driven Delusions’ After Multiple Suicides
Graphic ‘Blood Libel’ Display at Washington’s Union Station Sparks National Alarm
Trump’s Grand Saudi Welcome Highlights U.S.–Riyadh Pivot as Israel Watches Warily
U.S. Set to Sell F-35 Jets to Saudi Arabia in Major Strategic Shift
Saudi Arabia Doubles Down on U.S. Partnership in Strategic Move
UK’s Starmer and US President Trump Align as Geneva Talks Probe Ukraine Peace Plan
China’s Wedding Boom: Nightclubs, Mountains and a Demographic Reset
Fugees Founding Member Pras Michel Sentenced to 14 Years in High-Profile US Foreign Influence Case
WhatsApp’s Unexpected Rise Reshapes American Messaging Habits
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