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After 108 Years: Moody’s Downgrades U.S. Credit Rating
Moody’s has downgraded the United States’ credit rating from the highest level (AAA) to one notch below, Aa1. The reasons cited for the downgrade include weak fiscal management in Washington, massive deficits, and a sharp rise in interes...
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Reports Reveal Alarming Cognitive Decline in Biden Prior to Election Withdrawal
New book details incidents of memory lapses, physical deterioration, and internal concerns over President Biden’s capacity during final months of his campaign
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Why Saudi Arabia Rolled Out a Purple Carpet for Donald Trump Instead of Red
Blending tradition, symbolism, and national identity, Saudi Arabia’s purple carpet redefines diplomatic protocol in a bold cultural shift
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Trump Shares AI-Generated Image of Himself as… Pope, Prompting Outrage Reaction
The U.S. President posted a papal-themed image of himself just 11 days after the death of Pope Francis, amid ongoing mourning and before a new pontiff has been elected.
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U.S. Economy Shrink in Trump’s First Quarter as Tariff Policy Raises Questions
President Blames Biden for Downturn While Economists Point to Early Tariff Effects
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China and U.S. Reignite War of Words Over COVID-19 Origins
Beijing Pushes Back Against Trump Administration’s Lab-Leak Allegations, Suggests Virus May Have Originated in the U.S.
Trump Extends TikTok Deadline Amid Bidding War for Ownership
Former President Donald Trump grants TikTok another 75 days to seek a buyer, avoiding an imminent ban in the United States.
Ex-Business Partner of Hunter Biden Discusses Possible Pardon from President Trump
Devon Archer, former business partner of Hunter Biden, reportedly set to receive pardon from President Donald Trump after meeting at NCAA wrestling championships
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President Trump Cancels Security Clearances for Notable Political Figures.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are among those impacted.
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NASA Astronauts Return to Earth After Extended Space Mission
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams make a safe landing in the Gulf of Mexico following lengthy delays.
NASA Astronauts Begin Long-Awaited Journey Home After Extended Stay at ISS
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams transition from the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX capsule after months of delays.
Trump Administration Launches Self-Deportation App for Undocumented Immigrants
The CBP Home app seeks to offer a voluntary departure option for immigrants residing illegally in the United States as deportation efforts intensify.
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UK Leadership in European Crisis Talks: A Post-Brexit Reassertion?
Recent talks on the Ukraine crisis underscore Britain's potential resurgence in European diplomacy.
Elon Musk Calls U.S. Government-Supported NGOs a 'Nightmare' Operation
Musk expresses concern about possible mismanagement and financial inefficiency in U.S.-funded non-profits during a recent podcast.
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UK Delays AI Regulation Plans Amid Shift in Strategy
Government postpones AI bill publication as alignment with U.S. policies takes precedence.
US Casts Vote with Russia Against UN Resolution Denouncing Invasion of Ukraine
In a surprising turn in diplomacy, the United States joins forces with Russia in opposing a resolution that highlights the increasing international dissatisfaction with the invasion of Ukraine.
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Keir Starmer Emphasizes Ukraine in Upcoming Talks with Trump
UK Prime Minister insists Ukraine's sovereignty must be prioritized in peace negotiations with Russia ahead of high-stakes meeting with US President.
Ukrainian President Zelensky Wavers on US Minerals Deal
Frustration emerges regarding the suggested agreement that would provide preferential access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals in light of the continuing tensions between the US and Ukraine.
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Sinn Féin Announces Boycott of Donald Trump on St. Patrick’s Day
Irish opposition party's decision underscores political tensions ahead of traditional White House celebrations.
Trump's Appearances in the Oval Office Reinterpret Presidential Communication
An examination of President Donald Trump’s almost daily press briefings from the Oval Office and their impact on the White House's communication approach.
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Pam Bondi Leaves Congress in Utter Shock with a Stunning Rebuttal of Adam Schiff.
The newly appointed U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi sharply criticizes Adam Schiff's unethical impeachment strategies in a forceful address to Congress.
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Trump and Putin Address Ukraine Peace Negotiations in Response to Worldwide Reactions
Leaders from the U.S. and Russia have reached an agreement to start negotiations, whereas European and Ukrainian officials emphasize the importance of their participation.
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Trump Asserts BRICS 'Is No More' in Light of Tariff Threats.
US President Donald Trump cautions BRICS countries about significant tariffs should they seek currency alternatives to the US dollar.
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Trump Names Musk to Investigate Government Fraud Amidst Controversy
President Trump's latest initiative seeks to pinpoint major financial inefficiencies in federal agencies, with Elon Musk leading the charge.
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Pentagon Initiates Review of AUKUS Nuclear Submarine Pact
Meta to Invest $15 Billion in Scale AI to Advance AGI Goals
Rare Cancer Cases Triple Among Millennials, Alarming Doctors
G7 Finance Ministers Convene in Canada with Focus on Ukraine and Trade Tariffs
UK Spending Review Prioritizes Health and Defence Amid Budget Constraints
US Raises Security Concerns Over Proposed Chinese Embassy in London
Defined Benefit Pension Reforms Expected to Unlock Limited Investment
UK Industrial Strategy Launch Delayed Amid Budget Negotiations
Crick Institute Seeks Additional Funding to Attract International Scientists
Zia Yusuf Returns to Reform UK in New Role After Brief Resignation
Bezos's Lavish Venice Wedding Sparks Local Protests
US Urges UK to Raise Defence Spending to 5% of GDP
Europe Prepares for Historic Lunar Rover Landing
Italian Parents Seek Therapy Amid Lengthy School Holidays
British Fishing Vessel Seized by France Fined €30,000
Dutch Government Collapses Amid Migration Policy Dispute
Germany Moves to Expedite Migrant Deportations
UK Commits to 3.5% GDP Defence Spending Under NATO Pressure
Scientist Returns Royal Society Prize in Protest Over Elon Musk's Fellowship
Chancellor Proposes 'Housing Bank' and £25 Billion Social Housing Boost
UK Retail Sales Growth Slows in May Amid Consumer Caution
Home Secretary Directed to Find Budget Savings to Protect Police Funding
Rolls-Royce Secures Government Backing for UK's First Small Modular Nuclear Reactors
Domestic Buyers Capitalize on London Property Market as Non-Doms Retreat
Nvidia CEO Criticizes UK's Digital Infrastructure Amid £1 Billion AI Investment Pledge
UK Commits Additional £11.5 Billion to Sizewell C Nuclear Project
UK Unemployment Reaches Near Four-Year High as Wage Growth Slows
Chancellor Reinstates Winter Fuel Payments for Majority of Pensioners
Simone Biles and Riley Gaines Clash Over Transgender Athletes in Women's Sports
California Governor Disputes National Guard Deployment Amid Rising Tensions
Protests Erupt in Los Angeles with Symbolic Flag Burning
Israeli Forces Intercept Gaza-Bound Aid Vessel Carrying Greta Thunberg
IMF Warns of Severe Global Trade War Impacts on Emerging Markets
US and China Engage in Trade Discussions in London Amid Ongoing Tensions
Low Turnout Jeopardizes Italy's Citizenship Reform Referendum
EU Lawmaker Calls for Broader Exemptions in Supply Chain Legislation
France's Defense Spending Plans Threatened by High National Debt
European Small-Cap Stocks Outperform U.S. Rivals Amid Growth Revival
Switzerland Proposes $26 Billion Capital Increase for UBS
Germany's Merz Signals Continued U.S. Reliance After Meeting with Trump
Transatlantic Interest Rate Divergence Widens as Trump Pressures Powell
Sam Altman's Eye-Scanning Digital ID Project Launches in UK
Qualcomm to Acquire UK's Alphawave in $2.4 Billion Deal
Syria to Reconnect to Global Economy After 14 Years of Isolation
Trump Administration Issues New Travel Ban Targeting 12 Countries
Man Group Mandates Full-Time Office Return for Quantitative Analysts
JPMorgan Warns Analysts Against Accepting Future-Dated Job Offers
Builder.ai Faces Legal Scrutiny Amid Financial Misreporting Allegations
Japan Grapples with Rice Shortage Amid Soaring Prices
Goldman Sachs Reduces Risk Exposure Amid Market Volatility
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