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Major donors reap influence and material benefits, ethics experts argue, as money and governance intertwineDonald Trump's "pay-to-play” governing and fundraising style is helping forge a new gilded age where many super rich donors to Trump's Maga Inc Pac and other top Trump causes are reaping big political and financial gains, including lax...
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Elizabeth Warren and others call for inquiry into Trump for diverting tax evasion resources to immigration crackdownSenator Elizabeth Warren and fellow Democrats have accused Donald Trump of letting white collar criminals "off the hook” by diverting crucial resources to his sweeping immigration crackdown.In a letter to federal watchdogs, the...
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Researchers found a new way to filter and destroy Pfas chemicals at 100 times the rate of current systemsNew filtration technology developed by Rice University may absorb some Pfas "forever chemicals” at 100 times the rate than previously possible, which could dramatically improve pollution control and speed remediations.Researchers also say they...
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Labor unions and progressive organizations have called on workers across the state to stay homeFull report: Economic blackout in Minnesota to protest against ICE: 'No work, no school, no shoppingDonald Trump doesn't have any public events today, according to the White House schedule.He's due to sit for a print interview later today, and meet with...
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US president says 'we have a lot of ships' going in that direction and that Washington is watching Iran closelyDonald Trump has said a US "armada” is heading towards the Middle East and that the US is monitoring Iran closely, as activists put the death toll from Tehran's bloody crackdown on protesters at 5,002.Speaking on Air Force One as he...
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Palazzo Ca' Dario, empty for years, has failed to find a new owner, with local legends suggesting it is jinxedIt ought to be an estate agent's dream. Primely positioned on the banks of the Grand Canal in Venice, just steps away from the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the storied Palazzo Ca' Dario has shimmered on the water since the late 15th...
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'Russia's continued attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure are deliberately depriving civilians of heat, light and basic services,' an EU commissioner saidThe European Commission has offered a bit more detail on the deployment of 447 emergency generators from EU reserves to Ukraine, mentioned in the earlier post (12:33)."The generators –...
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Vote on legislation falls just short of number needed for passage, showing Mike Johnson's tenuous hold on majorityThe US House has rejected a resolution that would have prevented Donald Trump from sending US military forces to Venezuela, after a vote on the legislation fell just short of the majority needed for passage.The tied vote was the latest...
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Reporters Without Borders said the ruling against the 26-year-old journalist showed a 'blatant disregard for press freedom' in the Southeast Asian nationA young Filipino journalist who spent nearly six years in a crowded provincial prison was found guilty of terror financing on Thursday, in a case rights groups and a UN rapporteur labelled a...
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Interim leader Delcy Rodríguez told influencers of US threat to kill leaders if they did not cooperate after capture of MaduroThe communications minister holds a phone up to a microphone before a gathering of regime-friendly influencers.On speakerphone is Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, who claims that when US forces captured the...
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Despite US pushback, officials in west Africa say controversial hepatitis B study on pause amid ethics concernsUS health officials insisted it was still on. African health leaders said it was cancelled. At the heart of the controversy is the west African nation of Guinea-Bissau – one of the poorest countries in the world and the proposed site of...
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While leaders of many liberal democracies declined to sign on, Mark Carney had, before Davos, accepted in principleDonald Trump withdrew on Thursday an invitation for Canada to join his "board of peace” initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts."Please let this Letter serve to represent that the Board of Peace is withdrawing its invitation...
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Iran's top prosecutor on Friday called U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated claims that he halted the hangings of 800 detained protesters there "completely false." Meanwhile, the overall death toll from a bloody crackdown on nationwide demonstrations rose to at least 5,002, activists said.
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A UK author fiercely criticized Donald Trump's claims about NATO allies' contributions in Afghanistan. He highlighted his son's military service and sacrifices, stating US triggering of Article 5 necessitated allied involvement. Article 5 mandates collective defense for NATO members, a clause invoked by NATO only once after 9/11 for the US.
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Donald Trump has hinted at a 'fourth term' causing a stir. He mentioned a strong Republican 'bench' for the 2028 presidential race. Names like JD Vance and Marco Rubio were highlighted. The US Constitution, however, prohibits more than two presidential terms. Trump also discussed the party's performance and future prospects.
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Indian-origin tech leader Jigar Thakkar has been appointed Vice President of Amazon Quick Suite, spearheading Amazon's agentic AI workspace. With a distinguished career at Microsoft, including founding engineering for Teams, and a recent role at MSCI, Thakkar brings extensive experience to this pivotal AI initiative. His appointment highlights the...
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Former reality star Paris Hilton urged the House to pass the Defiance Act, a bill granting victims of deepfake pornography the right to sue creators and sharers. Hilton shared her personal experience of nonconsensual image sharing, highlighting the bill's importance amid a surge in AI-generated sexualized images.
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Dubai's groundbreaking First-Time Home Buyer Programme has empowered over 2,000 residents to own homes, generating billions in property sales. This initiative, a collaboration between government bodies and financial institutions, offers tailored support and priority access, significantly boosting the real estate sector and fostering long-term...
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The standoff has placed Don Lemon, now working independently after leaving CNN, directly opposite the Justice Department led by Pam Bondi. What might otherwise have remained a local protest story has since escalated into a national debate over the limits of journalism, the politicisation of prosecutions, and the expanding reach of federal authority...
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Russia reiterated its demand for Ukrainian forces to withdraw from Donbas ahead of trilateral talks in the UAE. Despite increased diplomatic efforts, both nations remain divided over territorial control, with Russia currently occupying 20% of Ukraine. The ongoing conflict saw Russian drone attacks kill four people overnight in eastern Ukraine.
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Candace Owens escalated her feud with Turning Point USA by sharing alleged donor messages sent to Charlie Kirk and accusing the group of intimidating employees after his death. She also targeted Erika Kirk, claiming internal purges and fear inside the organisation, despite a cease and desist notice.
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Viral posts claimed IShowSpeed was assaulted and robbed in Lagos during his Africa tour. A fact check found no evidence supporting the claim. Full livestream footage shows no attack, while edited images and AI-generated summaries fueled misinformation. Speed continued engaging with fans and praised Africa's energy throughout his trip.
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Squint hard into the darkness and you'll find there's so much to feel positive about. Gwyneth Paltrow and HBO Max for startersAh, Blue Monday – it seems to come round quicker every year, no? For those of you not familiar with the term, it denotes the third Monday of January, which is alleged to be the most depressing day of the year....
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Moscow says prior talks with Washington 'useful in every respect' and repeats call for Ukraine to exit DonbasEurope live – latest updatesUkraine, Russia and the US are to hold three-way talks in Abu Dhabi, the first time the three countries have sat down together since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022 – but with Russia maintaining its...
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Foreign secretary says Britain supports president's Gaza plan but there are concerns around involvement of PutinUK politics live – latest updatesDavos live – latest updatesBritain will not join Donald Trump's "board of peace” on Thursday, Yvette Cooper has said, citing concerns about Russian involvement.The foreign secretary said the UK...
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Experts say Geran-5 long-range attack UAVs could pose serious threat to Ukraine's struggling air defences Europe live – latest updatesRussia has begun using a new model of high-speed drone against Ukraine amid claims by Kyiv's military intelligence directorate that key parts are sourced from western and Chinese companies.Wreckage recovered from a...
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With the end of the Electronic Travel Authorisation system's 'tolerance period' approaching, British readers of The Local have slammed unclear government guidance about a rule change meaning dual nationals must enter the country on a valid UK passport.
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Judge shelves inquiry into use of Israeli-made software to target ministers' phones citing chronic lack of cooperationSpain's highest criminal court has again shelved its investigation into the use of Israeli-made Pegasus software to target the mobile phones of senior Spanish ministers, including the prime minister, citing a chronic lack of...
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Town of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky gets 1.8 metres of snow in places, burying cars and cutting off roads and buildingsA record-breaking snowfall event unfolded in far eastern Russia last week when the town of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, located on the Kamchatka peninsula's east coast, received more than 1.8 metres (6 feet) of lying snow in...
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Canadian backpacker, 19, was found dead on K'gari island earlier this week surrounded by pack of wild dingoesThe autopsy of Piper James, whose body was found on K'gari surrounded by a pack of dingoes, has found "physical evidence consistent with drowning and injuries consistent with dingo bites”.The Canadian backpacker's trip to Australia ended...
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Kuwait has uncovered a massive citizenship fraud case. Nearly a thousand people have lost their nationality. This extensive fraud originated from a single citizenship file. Investigations revealed false registrations of dependents over decades. DNA testing played a crucial role in identifying fraudulent claims. Authorities are now seeking five...
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In the essay, he describes his first morning on the job, picking up hotel workers, teachers, hospital staff, mechanics and cleaners, many of them Latino or immigrants, all travelling to work before dawn. One ride earned him less than $7. Over roughly five hours, he made about $100.
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