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House blocks quick release of ex-congressman ethics report - here's why

House blocks quick release of ex-congressman ethics report - here's why

US House stopped fast-track release of ethics findings about former rep **Matt Gaetz** after his sudden exit last month. Committee got stuck in partisan divide over publishing results of year-long probe

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Breaking news: French government falls as global events shake multiple nations

Breaking news: French government falls as global events shake multiple nations

French PM steps down after parliament vote while South Korea faces political storm. Major earthquake hits California coast as Syrian rebels make unexpected advances in long-running conflict

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EU chief flies to South America as massive trade deal hangs in balance

EU chief flies to South America as massive trade deal hangs in balance

A ground-breaking trade partnership between EU and South American nations moves closer to reality. After two decades of talks‚ the deal faces final hurdles as French opposition grows

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Manhattan police seek answers in shocking Midtown executive shooting

Manhattan police seek answers in shocking Midtown executive shooting

A high-ranking insurance company leader was killed near Central Park in what looks like a planned attack. Police released images of possible suspect and ask locals to help with investigation

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Diplomat gets kicked out of Paraguay after secret Taiwan-related meetings

Diplomat gets kicked out of Paraguay after secret Taiwan-related meetings

A year ago Paraguay expelled a Chinese diplomat who broke visa rules by meeting local politicians about Taiwan relations. The low-level envoy tried to convince lawmakers to drop Taiwan ties for better trade deals

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Cyprus shifts military gear: New air defence deal raises eyebrows in Mediterranean

Cyprus shifts military gear: New air defence deal raises eyebrows in Mediterranean

Small Mediterranean island gets new air-defence system from Israel replacing old Russian equipment. Cyprus makes strategic move to upgrade its military while dealing with existing territorial division

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Mexico pushes back on Trump's new immigration plan for Caribbean deportations

Mexico pushes back on Trump's new immigration plan for Caribbean deportations

Mexican president wants direct-to-origin-country deportations as Trump prepares to take office next month. Caribbean nations already refusing to accept third-country migrants in upcoming mass-deportation plan

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Global democracy shake-up: France and South Korea face unexpected political mess

Global democracy shake-up: France and South Korea face unexpected political mess

Major democratic nations deal with political stand-offs that put their governments in trouble. France sees its cabinet fall while South Koreaʼs president makes a shocking move that backfires badly

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House committee keeps quiet about ex-Florida rep investigation results

House committee keeps quiet about ex-Florida rep investigation results

House Ethics Committee held another closed-door meeting about former congressman investigation. Members discussed but didnt reach agreement on publishing report with serious allegations

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Middle East power shift: New conflicts emerge as old players step back

Middle East power shift: New conflicts emerge as old players step back

Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo while Israel-Hezbollah reach an unstable peace deal. Regional powers re-align as Russia and Iran focus elsewhere‚ creating space for new local forces

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Swedish battery giant's collapse shows how China changed the EV game

Swedish battery giant's collapse shows how China changed the EV game

Ex-Tesla leaderʼs European battery venture ends in bankruptcy after 8-year run. Chinese dominance in EV market and production issues led to the fall of a company that raised over $15B

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Trump picks new Ukraine peace envoy as global events shake diplomatic landscape

Trump picks new Ukraine peace envoy as global events shake diplomatic landscape

Former US president-elect builds his foreign-policy team with Lt Gen Kellogg as special envoy for Ukraine-Russia talks. Meanwhile world events from Syria to South Korea create new challenges for incoming administration

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Russian commander faces life term in Finland over decade-old Ukraine crimes

Russian commander faces life term in Finland over decade-old Ukraine crimes

Finnish court starts hearing war-crime case about events from eastern Ukraine that happened 10 years ago. **Yan Petrovsky** faces charges for leading a pro-russian unit that killed and hurt Ukrainian soldiers

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McKinsey's African branch pays millions to settle major bribery case

McKinsey's African branch pays millions to settle major bribery case

McKinsey Africa agrees to pay $122M for bribing South African state company officials. The deal resolves a US probe into illegal actions at Eskom and Transnet that brought the firm $85M in profits

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Trump defense pick meets senators but support remains unclear

Trump defense pick meets senators but support remains unclear

Former TV host and military vet **Pete Hegseth** seeks senators approval for Pentagon top job. His non-stop meetings with lawmakers bring mixed reactions while personal matters stay in focus

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Biden team considers legal shields for officials as power transfer approaches

Biden team considers legal shields for officials as power transfer approaches

White House weighs pre-emptive pardons for key administration figures and Trump critics. The move comes as transition talks heat-up with potential legal challenges from next administration

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Biden's quick Angola stop raises questions about US approach to Africa

Biden's quick Angola stop raises questions about US approach to Africa

US presidents first sub-saharan Africa visit tries to build ties using historical connections but misses modern reality. Chinese engagement with continent shows different long-term approach

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Breaking: Major Syrian city changes hands as government forces pull back

Breaking: Major Syrian city changes hands as government forces pull back

Military group HTS gains control over Hama - one of Syrias biggest urban centers. This win follows recent territorial shifts as government troops move away from another key location

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US tech limits on China trigger immediate counter-strike in minerals trade

US tech limits on China trigger immediate counter-strike in minerals trade

US puts new limits on chip-making tech exports to China just before administration change. Beijing responds within hours by blocking key tech materials‚ showing its power over critical resources

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Military veteran faces tough path to Pentagon leadership role

Military veteran faces tough path to Pentagon leadership role

Former military officer **Pete Hegseth** needs key senators support for Pentagon chief position. Senator **Joni Ernst**‚ a combat veteran herself isnt ready to back his nomination despite his decorated service record

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US tech export limits push China to block crucial minerals supply

US tech export limits push China to block crucial minerals supply

US puts new limits on chip-making tech exports to China causing quick counter-measures. Beijing blocks key tech materials exports while holding most of worlds supply for vital industrial components

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Trump picks new peace-maker for Ukraine as global events shake diplomatic ground

Trump picks new peace-maker for Ukraine as global events shake diplomatic ground

Former military leader gets key role in future Ukraine peace talks while Trump team prepares for major foreign-policy shift. Meanwhile global hot-spots heat up with rebel wins in Syria and crisis in South Korea

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Federal work-from-home numbers raise questions after shocking report leak

Federal work-from-home numbers raise questions after shocking report leak

A non-public study about federal workersʼ office attendance patterns got wide attention in NY Post. The report claims most government employees dont work from offices full-time

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Chinese military gets new cyber unit as Xi demands stricter control

Chinese military gets new cyber unit as Xi demands stricter control

Chinaʼs military launches new info-warfare department while dealing with internal clean-up. **Xi Jinping** wants army to be more loyal while focusing on modern combat systems

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Secret Service boss admits major security mistakes after Trump shooting incident

Secret Service boss admits major security mistakes after Trump shooting incident

Secret Service acting director faces tough questions about two security failures that happened last summer. House panel investigation shows serious problems in presidential protection planning

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Judge blocks Fox News request in multi-billion voting tech company lawsuit

Judge blocks Fox News request in multi-billion voting tech company lawsuit

A court denied Fox News access to info about Smartmatic co-founderʼs legal troubles. The ruling is part of a bigger $2.7B lawsuit over 2020 election-related broadcasts

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Ex-officials demand Senate probe into Trump's surprise intel chief pick

Ex-officials demand Senate probe into Trump's surprise intel chief pick

Senior ex-officials from both parties want Senate to check Tulsi Gabbardʼs background before intel chief role confirmation. Nearly 100 former national security experts signed request for closed review

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Trump's pick for Middle East role makes secret diplomatic moves in Israel and Qatar

Trump's pick for Middle East role makes secret diplomatic moves in Israel and Qatar

A newly-appointed envoy by Trump held private meetings with top officials in Israel and Qatar. The talks centered on finding solutions for Gaza situation and hostage discussions

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Conservative group pours big money into saving Trump's defense pick

Conservative group pours big money into saving Trump's defense pick

A major right-wing organization starts million-dollar push to save troubled Pentagon nominee. Republican senators show doubts about candidateʼs past conduct and military gender views

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Bangladesh stops ex-leader's words from reaching public after harsh NY speech

Bangladesh stops ex-leader's words from reaching public after harsh NY speech

Bangladesh court blocks sharing speeches by former Prime Minister who lives in India after summer protests pushed her out. Decision follows her online talk to US supporters with claims against new leader

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