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Orbán Viktor: the restructuring of the power relations in the whole of Europe is taking place
Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, stated that Europe is experiencing a “war psychosis” and is drifting towards war each day. Orbán emphasized that it is essential for the voice of peace to compete with the power of the voice of war...
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The BBC problem about China
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The Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse effect is spreading around the world, affecting startup companies across the globe
More than 100 founders and CEOs are now writing to the UK Chancellor pleading for help, after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has led to a significant cash crunch for startups globally.
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Xi Jinping and His Wife Meet with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk
President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan met with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk at Yangyuan Hall of the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in a warm atmosphere.
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Is Gold the Ultimate Safe Haven Asset in Times of Uncertainty?
Exploring the Surging Demand for Gold: Why Investors Are Turning to Safe Haven Assets Amidst Global Uncertainty and Economic Turmoil
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China's top tech firms, including Alibaba, Tencent, Baidu, NetEase, and JD.com, are developing their own versions of Open AI's AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT
This comes after ChatGPT, backed by Microsoft, became the fastest-growing consumer app in history since its launch in November.
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WHO's Tedros says we "must prepare" for a potential H5N1 human bird flu pandemic
China has declined the US's request for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to speak with Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe after the US Air Force shot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon, according to the Pentagon
The US Defense Department made the request after the shootdown took place on Saturday, but the People's Republic of China declined it.
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China is opening up for foreign investors.
China has issued a flurry of approvals for foreign financial companies looking to expand into the country as Beijing seeks to boost investor confidence after abruptly ending years of pandemic restrictions.
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Peace Economy vs. War Economy: Xi Jinping & Biden visit Saudi Arabia. MBS welcome both, differently
Leader of China and US President experienced contrasting welcomes in visits only five months apart. While Xi Jinping is considered as a leader, and as a long term strategic partner with mutual interest, Biden is what it is: a politician ...
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East Texas Secures $16 Billion Gas Power Hub Under U.S.-Japan Investment Drive
Trump Administration Rejects Oil Export Ban in Talks With Energy Leaders
Trump Hosts Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for High-Stakes White House Talks
Trump Hosts Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for High-Stakes White House Talks
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US Investigates Drone Sightings Over Washington Military Residential Area
US Investigates Drone Sightings Over Washington Military Residential Area
Trump Reshapes Federal Watchdog System, Blurring Traditional Oversight Boundaries
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Markets Look to Trump–Xi Summit for Direction as Conflict Shakes Hong Kong and China Stocks
Markets Look to Trump–Xi Summit for Direction as Conflict Shakes Hong Kong and China Stocks
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Northern Ireland Delegation Marks St Patrick’s Day in Washington with Focus on U.S. 250th Anniversary
Northern Ireland Delegation Marks St Patrick’s Day in Washington with Focus on U.S. 250th Anniversary
Gabbard Says Iranian Leadership Weakened but Remains Operational, Briefs Senators
Gabbard Says Iranian Leadership Weakened but Remains Operational, Briefs Senators
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Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady as Iran Conflict Adds Global Uncertainty
Washington Governor Signs Measure Strengthening Safeguards Against Double Voting
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Washington State Expands Direct EV Sales Exception to Rivian and Lucid
U.S. Lawmakers Press Rubio to Enforce Strong Safeguards in Saudi Nuclear Deal
TrumpRx Pricing Platform Faces Scrutiny as Some Medicines Remain Costlier Than in the UK
Trump Declares U.S. Self-Reliance as Allies Decline Iran Mission Support
Trump Hosts Irish Prime Minister at White House, Reinforcing Transatlantic Ties on St Patrick’s Day
President Trump Highlights Enduring U.S.-Ireland Partnership at Capitol Hill Luncheon
Media Entrepreneur Moves Swiftly to Expand News Venture After Washington Post Cuts
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Paperwork Error by New ICE Agent Leads to Days-Long Detention of U.S. Resident
European Leaders Decline Trump’s Call for Joint Naval Action in Strait of Hormuz
Senior U.S. Housing Official Draws Attention After Seeking Home Fund Through Wedding Registry
U.S. Orders Global Embassy Security Reviews After سلسلة of Strikes on Diplomatic Sites
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Washington Monument Temporarily Closed After Vehicle Set Ablaze Near Landmark
US Official Resigns Over Iran Conflict, Questions Immediacy of Threat
Gulf States Confront Limits of U.S. Protection as Regional War Intensifies
UK Security Adviser Viewed US-Iran Nuclear Deal as Within Reach Before Sudden Escalation
Trump Declares U.S. Military Independence, Criticises NATO and Australia Over Iran Conflict
Trump Says US Asked China to Delay Beijing Summit With Xi by ‘a Month or So’
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