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Elon Musk’s quest for a ‘legion’ of children: Surrogates, secret deals and global sperm donations
Elon Musk is reportedly pursuing a “legion” of children through surrogacy, secret financial deals, and global donations, managing relationships with multiple women under strict confidentiality.
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Trump’s ‘gold card’ visa program would offer US residency for $5 million
A new Musk-led initiative aims to replace the EB-5 green card system with a fast-track visa for the ultra-wealthy.
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'We're going to give...': Trump unveils self-deportation plan, offering cash and flights to undocumented migrants
President Trump proposed a voluntary self-deportation program offering stipends and return options for undocumented immigrants, aiming to boost deportations while using a CBP app to facilitate departures.
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US judge finds 'probable cause' to hold Trump administration in contempt over deportation, appeal planned
A U.S. judge found "probable cause" to hold Trump's administration in contempt over deportations. The White House plans an immediate appeal. Tensions rise as Trump challenges judicial rulings, especially on deportations.
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Fed chair Powell warns of tough Fed choices as Trump’s tariffs threaten inflation and jobs
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns that tariffs could lead to persistent inflation, affecting global supply chains. He suggests the Fed will prioritise price stability, delaying rate cuts until more clarity emerges.
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Trump urges IRS to revoke Harvard’s tax-exempt status as university defies political oversight
President Trump has moved to revoke Harvard’s tax-exempt status and freeze $2.2 billion in funding after the university refused federal oversight of its admissions, hiring, and campus governance policies.
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JPMorgan Chase CEO warns Trump’s tariffs could undermine US global leadership
Jamie Dimon warned that Trump’s escalating trade war could undermine US credibility and urged renewed engagement with China and global allies to restore economic stability.
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Trump’s tariff stance strains US-EU trade talks as Washington signals little room for concessions
The US has told the EU it will retain some tariffs despite ongoing trade talks, frustrating Brussels with a lack of clarity on how to reduce them.
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Elon Musk’s secret paternity case reveals web of NDAs, power plays, and a push to ‘seed the earth’
As a court confirms Elon Musk fathered a child with right-wing influencer Ashley St. Clair, the case opens a window into the billionaire’s secretive pronatalist mission—and the lengths taken to keep it under wraps.
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Trump administration proposes deep cuts to State Department and foreign aid
The Trump administration proposes slashing State Department and USAID budgets by 48%, cutting global aid and international organisation funding, prompting bipartisan concern over U.S. diplomatic retreat and global influence loss.
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Melinda French Gates calls divorce from Bill Gates ‘necessary’, opens up about emotional strain
Melinda French Gates called her 2021 divorce from Bill Gates "necessary", citing emotional strain and personal growth. She also revealed past panic attacks and emphasised moving forward.
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Trump’s diamond tariffs bring global trade to a standstill
Trump’s diamond tariffs have disrupted global supply chains, bringing the $82 billion industry to a near standstill and threatening key hubs like Antwerp and India’s polishing sector.
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US official urges Europe to choose between Starlink and Chinese tech amid growing tensions
Trump administration official Brendan Carr warns Europe to back Starlink over Chinese tech, urging allies to align with the US amid growing divisions in satellite and AI sectors.
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Trump team divided over Putin’s peace intentions as Ukraine war enters critical stage
Scepticism grows inside the White House as advisers debate Russia’s motives and the risks of soft-pedalling sanctions.
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Chinese consumers turn away from US brands as trade war fuels rise of domestic rivals
As Trump’s tariffs escalate and Hollywood faces restrictions, Chinese shoppers and moviegoers increasingly embrace homegrown brands and content.
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Netflix eyes $1 trillion valuation and doubling revenue by 2030
Netflix aims to hit a $1 trillion valuation and double revenue by 2030, focusing on ad growth, international expansion, and subscriber gains despite economic uncertainty and rising trade tensions.
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Wall Street trading surges as Trump tariffs fuel market volatility
Wall Street banks reported record trading revenues in early 2025 as market volatility from Trump’s tariff policies fuelled a surge in investor activity.
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Harvard defies Trump’s demands as White House freezes $2.2 billion in funding
Harvard has refused to comply with the Trump administration’s sweeping demands over university governance, prompting the White House to freeze $2.2 billion in funding and triggering a major legal and political battle over academic freedom.
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Trump tariffs freeze US junk bond market, rattling Wall Street and private equity deals
Trump’s tariff blitz has frozen the US junk bond market, stalling dealmaking and forcing private equity firms to turn to costly private credit amid rising recession fears.
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JD Vance drops Ohio State trophy at White House: ‘I didn’t want anyone else to get it’
Vice President JD Vance accidentally dropped Ohio State’s championship trophy during a White House ceremony, prompting gasps and laughs. He later joked, “I didn’t want anyone else to get it.”
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As April 20 nears, will Trump invoke Insurrection Act and militarise border?
President Trump may invoke the Insurrection Act on April 20, allowing military deployment within the U.S. amid a declared border emergency, sparking fears of escalating federal power and civil unrest.
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Green Card holder and Columbia activist arrested during citizenship appointment at immigration office
ICE arrested Columbia University student and Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi during a citizenship appointment in Vermont. Lawyers allege retaliation for his Gaza protests; his whereabouts remain unknown.
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Trump warns Iran of ‘very harsh’ response over nuclear ambitions
President Trump warned Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions quickly or face a possible military strike, insisting Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons and calling the regime "radicalised" and dangerous.
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Trump accuses CBS’s 60 Minutes of election fraud, demands FCC sanctions
Donald Trump accused CBS’s 60 Minutes of defamation and election interference, alleging biased coverage and fraud in its reporting. He called for FCC sanctions and revocation of the network’s license.
