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Trump threatens new economic penalties on Russia over stalled Ukraine ceasefire talks
Trump has threatened secondary tariffs on countries buying Russian oil as frustration with stalled Ukraine cease-fire talks and Putin’s rhetoric grows.
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Trump signals openness to third term, floats legal workarounds and ramps up tariff threats on Russia and Iran
Trump has refused to rule out a third term, hinted at legal workarounds, and threatened sweeping secondary tariffs on Russia and Iran amid rising global tensions.
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US absent from Myanmar quake response as rivals fill the vacuum
The US response to Myanmar’s deadly earthquake has been slow and limited due to Trump-era cuts to USAID, allowing China and Russia to take the lead in delivering aid and influence.
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China hit by record number of WTO trade disputes as global backlash to export surge grows
China faced a record number of WTO trade disputes in 2024 as its export surge fuelled global backlash, with both developing and advanced economies challenging its overproduction.
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Green-card holders face growing uncertainty under Trump deportation push
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Russia unveils Zircon hypersonic missile, boosting military edge
Russia has unveiled the Zircon hypersonic missile, capable of Mach 9 speeds, enhancing its military capabilities. President Putin also announced naval expansion, including submarines designed to launch Zircon, reinforcing Russia’s strategic defence.
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'This is so crazy': Musk sounds alarm on non-citizen social security surge
Musk and Gracias exposed a surge in Social Security Numbers issued to non-citizens, linking it to immigration policies under Biden. They claim systemic flaws enable voter registration, sparking political controversy.
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Trump fuels third-term speculation: A look at legal hurdles and what experts have to say
President Trump has suggested he could seek a third term, despite constitutional limits. He hinted at possible methods but provided no details. Legal experts say such a move would face significant constitutional and political barriers.
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Keir Starmer and Trump discuss 'productive' UK-US trade talks as negotiations continue
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Donald Trump discussed UK-US trade talks, with negotiations on an "economic prosperity deal" continuing. Britain seeks an agreement before Trump's April 2 tariff announcement to avoid economic fallout.
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Thailand Earthquake: Three killed, 90 workers feared trapped as 30-storey skyscraper collapses in Bangkok
Myanmar Earthquake: The building in the north of the Thai capital was reduced to a tangle of rubble and twisted metal in seconds after the 7.7-magnitude quake, which had its epicentre in Myanmar.
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Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing to attend BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand, seeks key bilateral meetings
Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing will attend the BIMSTEC summit in Thailand, seeking key meetings with regional leaders. His rare visit comes amid efforts to gain legitimacy despite international sanctions and allegations of human rights abuses.
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Marco Rubio says over 300 visas revoked in crackdown on anti-Israel activism
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he has revoked over 300 visas in a crackdown on anti-Israel activism on university campuses, calling affected individuals "lunatics" and vowing to continue until none remain.
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'Old relationship with US over': Canada PM Mark Carney vows to fight Trump’s tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared the end of close U.S.-Canada ties, vowing to fight Trump’s auto tariffs. He pledged retaliatory actions and a stronger, independent future for Canada amid rising tensions over trade and sovereignty.
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Taiwan’s civil defence overhaul aims to win US trust amid rising China threat
Taiwan is ramping up civil and military defence efforts to counter China’s threat and convince a sceptical US of its commitment to self-protection.
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Trump’s tariff storm: What’s been enacted, what’s next, and who’s affected
President Trump has unleashed a rapid and unpredictable wave of tariffs affecting hundreds of billions in trade, sparking global retaliation and economic uncertainty.
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Young child slips through White House fence, intercepted by Secret Service
A small child slipped through the White House fence onto the North Lawn before being stopped by Secret Service officers. The child was quickly reunited with their parents without incident, officials confirmed.
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'Putin will die soon': Zelenskyy predicts Russian leader's death amid health rumours
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy declared, “Putin will die soon,” amid ceasefire talks, while Macron proposed a European force to deter future Russian aggression. The leaders urged US and EU unity against Moscow’s actions.
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'We will hunt you down': Kristi Noem warns criminal immigrants during El Salvador prison visit
Kristi Noem visited El Salvador’s high-security prison, warning criminal immigrants to leave the U.S. or face deportation. Her visit highlights the Trump administration’s crackdown amid legal and human rights concerns over detainees’ treatment.
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North Korea: Kim Jong Un supervises AI-powered suicide drones, unveils early-warning aircraft
Kim Jong Un oversaw tests of AI-equipped suicide drones and a newly unveiled airborne early-warning aircraft to enhance North Korea’s defences. Analysts suspect Russian involvement, while South Korea questions the aircraft’s operational capability and interception risks.
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Pakistan: Gunmen kill six in 'coordinated' attacks in southwest province, say police
At least six people were killed in "coordinated" attacks in southwestern Pakistan, where gunmen targeted bus passengers based on ethnicity. Authorities suspect Baloch separatists, as violence surges amid ongoing insurgency in the resource-rich region.
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Amid Signal chat scandal, Waltz, Gabbard, Hegseth's private data exposed online: Report
A DER SPIEGEL investigation revealed that private contact details of top U.S. security officials, including Waltz, Gabbard, and Hegseth, are publicly accessible online. Experts warn of espionage risks, while officials and agencies have yet to respond to the findings.
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China’s low-end manufacturing decline fuels worker displacement and economic strains amid automation push
As jobs vanish and wages fall, Beijing struggles to balance high-tech ambitions with rising unemployment and social unrest
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US missile deployment in Philippines tests Trump’s China strategy and alarms Beijing
The US deployment of the Typhon missile system in the Philippines puts key Chinese targets within range and tests Trump’s commitment to deterring Beijing amid rising regional tensions.
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US allies struggle to respond as Trump’s trade war forces a global recalibration
Caught between retaliation and restraint, nations weigh how best to navigate Trump’s escalating tariff agenda and unpredictable diplomacy.
