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How Sam Altman replaced Elon Musk as Trump’s go-to voice on AI

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How Sam Altman replaced Elon Musk as Trump’s go-to voice on AI

Once a Trump critic and Democratic donor, the OpenAI CEO is now shaping US policy and global infrastructure under the new administration.

What is Florida’s 'Alligator Alcatraz' and why it’s raising concerns over immigration detention

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What is Florida’s 'Alligator Alcatraz' and why it’s raising concerns over immigration detention

A remote new facility detaining migrants in the US sparks national scrutiny over legality, living conditions, and oversight.

Why Europe’s new Samp/T air-defence system could challenge US Patriot dominance

WORLD

Why Europe’s new Samp/T air-defence system could challenge US Patriot dominance

Why Chinese cyberattacks on the US are growing faster, bolder, and harder to stop

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Why Chinese cyberattacks on the US are growing faster, bolder, and harder to stop

Beijing’s new hacker-for-hire model is overwhelming American defences and reshaping the cyber espionage landscape.

How embryo screening start-ups like Orchid are changing how babies are made

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How embryo screening start-ups like Orchid are changing how babies are made

Silicon Valley’s latest fertility tech promises healthier children — but raises questions about ethics, accuracy, and the future of reproduction.

China eyes AI superpower status with state funding and open-source strategy

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China eyes AI superpower status with state funding and open-source strategy

Beijing’s industrial policy is accelerating its rise in artificial intelligence, challenging US dominance despite export restrictions.

Can Trump fire Jerome Powell over Fed renovations? Here’s what the law says

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Can Trump fire Jerome Powell over Fed renovations? Here’s what the law says

President Trump has escalated his attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, citing alleged mismanagement of a $2.5 billion renovation, but experts warn firing him would face serious legal hurdles.

Trump savings accounts for kids: What they are, how they work, and who should consider them

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Trump savings accounts for kids: What they are, how they work, and who should consider them

New custodial IRAs seeded with $1,000 aim to jumpstart children’s savings—but the rules are complex and not all parents will benefit equally.

Why America’s biggest banks are still thriving—even amid trade tensions

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Why America’s biggest banks are still thriving—even amid trade tensions

JPMorgan, Citigroup and Wells Fargo report solid Q2 earnings, even as tariff uncertainty and inflation loom over US markets.

How Nvidia’s diplomacy paid off in the US-China tech war

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How Nvidia’s diplomacy paid off in the US-China tech war

The US chip giant has received fresh approval to resume deliveries of its H20 chip to China after Commerce Department reverses earlier export curbs.

Why France is scrapping holidays and freezing benefits to fix its finances

BUSINESS

Why France is scrapping holidays and freezing benefits to fix its finances

François Bayrou has announced €44 billion in cuts and tax hikes, risks no-confidence vote over “year of truth”.

Why Trump is now arming Ukraine after blaming it for the war

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Why Trump is now arming Ukraine after blaming it for the war

The US president’s changing tone on the Russia-Ukraine war reflects a major shift in strategy amid global pressure, domestic politics, and frustration with Vladimir Putin.

How ‘Superman’ and a string of hits rescued Warner Bros. from a box office slump

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How ‘Superman’ and a string of hits rescued Warner Bros. from a box office slump

The studio behind ‘Superman’ has staged a historic turnaround after a string of flops left it reeling earlier this year.

How Trump’s tariffs are pushing America’s allies toward each other — and away from the US

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How Trump’s tariffs are pushing America’s allies toward each other — and away from the US

Facing 30% tariffs from Washington, the European Union and other allies are forging a new world order in trade.

Why China is paying people to upgrade phones, cars, and appliances

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Why China is paying people to upgrade phones, cars, and appliances

Chinese government-backed scheme will boost sales of smartphones, appliances, and EVs, but sustainability issues raise concerns.

Why even China’s top graduates are struggling to find jobs

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Why even China’s top graduates are struggling to find jobs

Elite degrees, stacked résumés, and multiple internships no longer guarantee employment in China’s fragile post-pandemic economy.

Biden insists autopen accusations as “ridiculous and false”, insists he authorized every pardon

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Biden insists autopen accusations as “ridiculous and false”, insists he authorized every pardon

Former president says he made every decision, as investigations intensify into autopen use and cognitive fitness.

How European firms allegedly copied Ukraine’s battle-tested drones—according to Skyeton

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How European firms allegedly copied Ukraine’s battle-tested drones—according to Skyeton

Skyeton CEO warns that battlefield-tested UAV technology can’t be copied overnight, urges Western investment in Ukrainian production.

The Epstein footage was meant to end conspiracy theories. Here's why it didn’t

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The Epstein footage was meant to end conspiracy theories. Here's why it didn’t

Instead of ending conspiracy theories, the government's video release raises more questions.

Why Trump is accusing Fed Chair Powell of lying—and what it means for interest rates

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Why Trump is accusing Fed Chair Powell of lying—and what it means for interest rates

White House advisors allege Powell misled US Congress about building expenses as they search for legal grounds to unseat him.

Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI eyes $200 billion—despite Grok controversy and political fallout

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Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI eyes $200 billion—despite Grok controversy and political fallout

The AI startup behind the controversial Grok chatbot is in early talks to raise billions, with backing from Saudi Arabia’s PIF.

Kraft Heinz is splitting up—here’s what’s driving the $20 billion breakup

BUSINESS

Kraft Heinz is splitting up—here’s what’s driving the $20 billion breakup

A decade after the megamerger of Kraft and Heinz, the packaged food powerhouse is preparing to break up amid shifting consumer tastes and mounting financial pressure.

The EU is planning new taxes on big business, e-waste, and imports—here’s what it means

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The EU is planning new taxes on big business, e-waste, and imports—here’s what it means

From e-waste to ecommerce and big business, the EU is drafting bold new revenue tools—here’s what’s at stake.

Why the Pentagon is investing $400 million in a rare earths company to counter China

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Why the Pentagon is investing $400 million in a rare earths company to counter China

The US government takes an unusual equity stake in MP Materials to secure supply chains for weapons and tech.

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