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Trump's global gamble: Trade wars, cold peace, and a faltering peacemaker image
Trump’s efforts to position himself as a global peacemaker are faltering as trade wars with China escalate, diplomatic talks with Russia stall, and international confidence in US leadership wanes.
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Gen Z, misinformation, and the TikTok trap: Why the most online generation struggles to spot fake news
Despite being the most online generation, Gen Z struggles to detect misinformation due to low media literacy, distrust of institutions, and reliance on social media echo chambers.
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Trump’s $239 million inauguration sets record, draws scrutiny over donor influence
Trump’s 2025 inauguration raised a record $239 million, sparking concerns over donor influence as many top contributors were later nominated for key administration roles.
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The MAGA media takeover: How Trump’s allies are reshaping the White House press corps
Trump's second term has ushered in a MAGA media takeover of the White House press corps, replacing traditional journalism with partisan influencers who blend advocacy, livestreaming, and ideological loyalty to reshape the daily briefing room dynamic.
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Alphabet posts strong first-quarter earnings as AI and search propel growth
Google parent has beaten expectations with a 46% profit surge and $70bn share buyback despite tariff headwinds and recession fears.
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Trump’s meme coin offer sparks $100 million buying frenzy and ethics firestorm
Crypto wallets were flooded with $TRUMP tokens after gala dinner reward announcement, raising concerns over access and influence.
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Pentagon in turmoil as US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces leaks, firings, and internal chaos
Classified briefing for Elon Musk, Signal app controversies, and a wave of dismissals have fuelled mounting scrutiny of Hegseth’s leadership.
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U.S. military loses seven reaper drones in intensifying campaign against Houthis
Houthi rebels in Yemen have downed seven U.S. drones amid intensified American strikes, prompting concerns over rising costs, regional escalation, and civilian casualties in the Red Sea conflict.
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Pahalgam attack: US shuns Pak journalist's question over India-Pakistan tensions
US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce dismissed a Pakistani journalist's question on India-Pakistan border tensions, reiterating that US officials have already made their positions clear on the matter.
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Trump claims U.S.-China trade talks underway as Beijing demands tariff rollback
President Trump claims U.S.-China trade talks are underway, despite Beijing's denial and insistence that all U.S. tariffs must be removed before any negotiations can begin, deepening global uncertainty.
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Trump administration’s Ukraine peace plan alarms allies over territorial concessions
Trump’s Ukraine peace plan alarms allies, proposing Kyiv cede territory. Critics warn it rewards aggression, undermines international law, and lacks clear strategy, per CNN and diplomatic sources.
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Did Shakespeare live with his wife in London? A forgotten letter may rewrite history
A British scholar’s analysis of a 17th-century letter fragment challenges long-held beliefs about the Bard’s marriage.
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Elon Musk steps back from Washington: A controversial legacy at the Department of Government Efficiency
Elon Musk’s exit from Washington leaves behind a controversial legacy of dubious budget cuts, political entanglements, declining Tesla profits, and alarming access to Americans’ personal data.
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China trolls the Trump administration with AI, satire, and mockery
From parody music videos to drag makeup tutorials, Chinese internet users unleash a wave of political trolling aimed at US leaders.
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Chinese factories flood TikTok with direct-to-consumer luxury deals amid US tariff war
As Trump’s tariffs loom, Chinese sellers pitch bargain dupes to Americans, fuelling viral demand and political sympathy online.
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Bessent pushes overhaul of IMF and World Bank, defends US role amid global tensions
Trump administration signals continued leadership in global finance but demands refocus on economic priorities.
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Texas executes man for 2004 murder of young mother in 13th US execution this year
Texas executed Moises Mendoza for the 2004 murder of a young mother, marking the 13th U.S. execution this year amid ongoing debate over capital punishment.
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Trump warns of new tariffs in weeks as global trade tensions resurface
Trump warned that the US could re-impose steep tariffs within weeks, reviving global trade tensions and raising fears of a renewed economic slowdown.
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Twelve states sue Trump over ‘illegal’ tariffs imposed under emergency powers
Twelve states sued the Trump administration, claiming it illegally used emergency powers to impose tariffs that could worsen inflation and violate constitutional limits.
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Former South Korean president Moon Jae-in indicted in bribery case involving son-in-law’s airline job
Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in has been indicted for bribery over his son-in-law’s airline job, with his party calling the charges politically motivated.
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Catholic cardinals turn to stability following Pope Francis as quest for next pope begins
Following Pope Francis' polarizing 12-year rule, Catholic cardinals are hoping for a balance between reform and stability as they seek a successor, leaving the next papal conclave one of the most open in recent times.
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Sam Altman resigns as Oklo chair position in wake of OpenAI nuclear energy talks
Sam Altman has resigned as chair of Oklo to prevent a conflict of interest as OpenAI considers a possible nuclear energy deal with the start-up to provide its increasing AI power needs.
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Amazon and Walmart sellers stockpile goods in Canada to dodge Trump’s tariffs on China
Retailers and vendors shift inventory north in hopes tariffs will ease, using Canada as a tariff-free buffer zone.
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Tesla’s profit plunges 71% as Musk’s political role and global headwinds dent sales
Tesla’s profit plunged 71% in Q1 as vehicle sales slumped globally, costs rose from tariffs, and Elon Musk’s political role triggered consumer backlash and brand damage.
