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Why Trump is hardening his stance on Hamas as Gaza starvation crisis grows

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Why Trump is hardening his stance on Hamas as Gaza starvation crisis grows

The US pulls back from ceasefire talks, blames Hamas, and backs a controversial food aid system amid mounting global criticism.

Why Columbia University sued the Trump administration—and why it's polarizing American higher education

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Why Columbia University sued the Trump administration—and why it's polarizing American higher education

The $200 million settlement to end federal inquiry into antisemitism and admissions policy is both being hailed as practical and dreaded as dangerous. Here's what happened and what it means.

Why China is falling behind SpaceX in the race for space internet dominance

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Why China is falling behind SpaceX in the race for space internet dominance

With fewer than 1% of planned satellites launched and no reusable rocket, Chinese megaconstellations are struggling to catch up to Elon Musk’s Starlink. Here’s what’s slowing them down—and why it still matters.

Why Thailand and Cambodia are fighting over an ancient temple—and what China has to do with it

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Why Thailand and Cambodia are fighting over an ancient temple—and what China has to do with it

At least 12 killed in violent border clashes that revive a century-old conflict. Here's what led to the violence, why the Thai prime minister was suspended, and how China benefits.

Why a lawyer says Trump signed Epstein’s birthday book—and what it could mean for the investigation

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Why a lawyer says Trump signed Epstein’s birthday book—and what it could mean for the investigation

The alleged bawdy message, the defamation lawsuit, and growing pressure on the DOJ to reveal more—here’s what we know.

Why Gaza is starving, what’s blocking the aid, and how Trump became the only one Netanyahu seems to listen to

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Why Gaza is starving, what’s blocking the aid, and how Trump became the only one Netanyahu seems to listen to

From UN warnings to Netanyahu’s burger talk, here’s what’s fuelling the crisis—and what could actually end it.

Why Trump’s name in the Epstein files is causing fresh turmoil in the White House

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Why Trump’s name in the Epstein files is causing fresh turmoil in the White House

Inside the private briefing, public denials, and political backlash over the decision to end the investigation.

Trump scrambles to shift focus from Epstein backlash: A week of attacks, distractions, and denials

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Trump scrambles to shift focus from Epstein backlash: A week of attacks, distractions, and denials

As fallout from the Epstein files grows, Trump pivots to old enemies, fake videos, and new culture wars.

Trump’s new task force targets Obama over Russia probe: A distraction from Epstein backlash?

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Trump’s new task force targets Obama over Russia probe: A distraction from Epstein backlash?

US Justice Department revives 2016 conspiracy claims as pressure mounts over Epstein fallout.

Can the euro replace the dollar? Trump’s tariffs shake confidence in US currency as euro surges

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Can the euro replace the dollar? Trump’s tariffs shake confidence in US currency as euro surges

As the dollar falls and foreign investors rush into the euro, Europe has fresh threats and opportunities in the new financial order.

Why Americans still can’t let go of Jeffrey Epstein’s story

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Why Americans still can’t let go of Jeffrey Epstein’s story

Six years after his death, Epstein’s shadow lingers—fuelling distrust, conspiracy, and political turmoil.

How a fatal crash put Tesla’s Autopilot on trial and raised new questions about driver responsibility

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How a fatal crash put Tesla’s Autopilot on trial and raised new questions about driver responsibility

The 2019 accident in Florida is testing the limits of Tesla’s self-driving claims and legal accountability.

Why Iran is using nationalism to unite its people after the war with Israel

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Why Iran is using nationalism to unite its people after the war with Israel

Religious tradition and patriotic imagery merge to rally support—but the unity may be short-lived.

Why the Trump administration released secret FBI files on Martin Luther King Jr. — and what’s inside

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Why the Trump administration released secret FBI files on Martin Luther King Jr. — and what’s inside

The long-classified surveillance records offer insight into the FBI’s targeting of MLK, but no major revelations have emerged so far.

Why China is warning comedians about gender jokes after a viral stand-up set on divorce

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Why China is warning comedians about gender jokes after a viral stand-up set on divorce

Authorities say comedy should be ‘constructive’—not provoke gender conflict. Here’s what sparked the warning.

‘They tortured us’: Venezuelans deported under Trump allege abuse in El Salvador’s mega-prison

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‘They tortured us’: Venezuelans deported under Trump allege abuse in El Salvador’s mega-prison

Migrants describe beatings, isolation, and humiliation at CECOT after being deported under a US deal with President Bukele.

Ishiba, Koizumi, Kamiya: What Japan’s election upset means for its leaders and future

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Ishiba, Koizumi, Kamiya: What Japan’s election upset means for its leaders and future

Liberal Democratic Party loses control of the Upper House in Japan as right-wing parties gain ground with younger voters amid rising prices and political fatigue.

Underground beauty salons and lost dreams: Afghan women navigate life under Taliban rule

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Underground beauty salons and lost dreams: Afghan women navigate life under Taliban rule

As salons are banned and jobs vanish, Afghan women find precarious ways to survive under strict Taliban mandates.

Why China’s smallest stock exchange is suddenly seeing the most IPO interest

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Why China’s smallest stock exchange is suddenly seeing the most IPO interest

Once dismissed, China’s smallest exchange now leads in IPO applications amid a microcap tech rally driven by AI and policy support.

Explained: How Vy Capital quietly became Musk’s biggest backer—and why it’s going solo

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Explained: How Vy Capital quietly became Musk’s biggest backer—and why it’s going solo

The low-profile tech fund will now rely solely on internal capital as it continues to support Musk’s ventures like SpaceX, xAI and Neuralink.

Trump’s plan to change how Americans invest for retirement

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Trump’s plan to change how Americans invest for retirement

New executive order attempts to diversify Americans' retirement accounts beyond stocks and bonds into riskier options like crypto, gold, and private equity.

How Netflix boosted revenue and profits with ads, price hikes, and hit shows

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How Netflix boosted revenue and profits with ads, price hikes, and hit shows

Streaming giant’s shares hover near record highs after beating second-quarter estimates.

How Apple and Google are taking smartphones in different directions with AI and design

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How Apple and Google are taking smartphones in different directions with AI and design

Android bets big on Gemini and automation, while Apple focuses on aesthetics and gradual upgrades.

Why Trump’s ties to Epstein and withheld case files are back in the spotlight

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Why Trump’s ties to Epstein and withheld case files are back in the spotlight

Amid mounting pressure, questions persist over the president’s past friendship and the Justice Department’s decision to limit disclosure.

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