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Israeli officer accused of using classified intel to profit from war-linked bets
Prosecutors say reservist and accomplice made over $160,000 by predicting timing of Iran strikes.
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Viral video shows Chris Brown kissing fan, speculation grows online
A brief on-stage moment has sparked online debate, but key details around the viral clip are still unclear.
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Starlink satellite breaks apart in space, raises fresh concerns over debris
A SpaceX satellite fragmented in orbit after an anomaly, highlighting the growing risks in an increasingly crowded space environment.
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Jan 6 rioter pardoned by Trump gets prison sentence in separate child abuse case
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Birthright citizenship case: Why families in the US fear children could be left without a nationality
As the US Supreme Court weighs Trump’s push to end automatic citizenship, immigrants warn of unintended consequences.
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AI data centres may be heating nearby areas, new study warns
Researchers say the infrastructure powering artificial intelligence could be raising local temperatures more than expected
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Chinese media uses cartoons to criticise US stance in Iran war
State-run outlets use visuals to question Washington’s claims of progress in the conflict.
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UAE fuel prices to see sharp April hike as global oil routes come under pressure
Diesel may see the steepest jump as tensions around key shipping routes push up global crude prices.
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Trump's $5 Sharpie story: What he said and why the company is disputing it
A claim about negotiating customised pens at a Cabinet meeting is being questioned by the company that makes them.
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Trump's signature on the dollar: What's changing and why it matters
A first-of-its-kind move could put a sitting president’s name on US currency, raising questions about tradition, symbolism and legacy.
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Iran war and markets: How this shock compares to past crises
Oil disruption, price spikes and market swings are unfolding at a scale rarely seen, but the pattern still echoes earlier conflicts.
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How AI boom is reshaping global chip industry
Surging demand for artificial intelligence has pushed semiconductor companies to the centre of global markets, driving valuations, revenues and competition to new highs
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Why NATO chief Mark Rutte is facing backlash over backing Iran war
His public support for the US-Israel offensive has exposed deep tensions inside NATO, with critics warning he may be prioritising Washington over alliance unity.
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US-Iran talks explained: What’s on the table, why the war isn’t ending yet
Even as Washington explores a diplomatic exit, military pressure, oil disruption and conflicting demands from Iran and Israel are making a quick deal look unlikely.
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How Trump is being briefed on Iran war, and why it’s raising questions
Daily video montages showing US strikes are part of the briefing process, but some officials worry they don’t reflect the full picture.
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What a Republican loss in Trump’s own district could signal for midterms
A surprise win for Democrats in a Florida seat linked to Donald Trump is adding to a broader pattern that both parties are watching closely
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The rise of America’s quiet rich: Why multimillionaires are reshaping US economy
They’re not billionaires and rarely make headlines, but a fast-growing class of ultra-rich households is quietly driving spending, markets and inequality across the US.
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Why ICE agents are showing up at US airports, and what they’re actually doing
With long security lines and staff shortages disrupting travel, immigration agents have been deployed, but their role is far more limited than it may appear.
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Why ICE agents are showing up at US airports, and what it means for travellers
As staffing shortages disrupt airport security, immigration agents have been deployed to help, but their role is limited and has raised questions.
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How a local sheriff unseated one of North Carolina’s most powerful politicians
A tight race, long-standing resentment and local anger combined to bring down a political heavyweight by just 23 votes.
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Why the Strait of Hormuz matters and how Iran is using it as leverage
A narrow waterway that carries a fifth of the world’s oil has become the centre of the conflict, and one of the hardest problems to solve.
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Who is the 'respected' Iranian figure Trump says US is talking to?
Reports point to a powerful insider with a hardline past, raising questions about what any potential talks could actually look like.
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How Jeffrey Epstein became a fixer for billionaire Leon Black
Newly released documents suggest the relationship went far beyond tax advice, raising questions about payments, influence and control.
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Why Trump suddenly shifted from threats to talks with Iran
A mix of pressure from allies, market concerns and backchannel diplomacy appears to havepushed a quick change in approach.
