Davos elite nod along as Trump delivers ultimatum
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Protests in Slovakia after Prime Minister Fico tilts towards Russia
Protests in Slovakia after Prime Minister Fico tilts towards Russia Massive turnout in nationwide rallies as Fico brandishes intel report alleging ‘coup d’etat’ in league with foreigners. Tens of thousands…
Spain plans 100% house tax on foreigners: Will it fix the housing crisis?
EXPLAINER Spain plans 100% house tax on foreigners: Will it fix the housing crisis? Socialist PM Sanchez announces several measures, including a 100 percent tax on foreigners, to tackle the…
US hits record arms sales in 2024 driven by Ukraine demand
US hits record arms sales in 2024 driven by Ukraine demand US arms export growth was driven by countries seeking to replenish weapons stocks that were donated to Ukraine. The…
Philippines stops research survey in disputed sea amid China’s ‘harassment’
Philippines stops research survey in disputed sea amid China’s ‘harassment’ Several Chinese coastguard vessels accused of making ‘aggressive manoeuvres’ towards Philippine fisheries boats. A handout photo from the Philippine Coast…
Between bombs and books: The lasting impact of war on Lebanese students
Between bombs and books: The lasting impact of war on Lebanese students A young man from Beirut’s Dahiyeh suburbs, another from a southern Lebanese village – both ambitious students who…
Pete Hegseth confirmed as US defence chief in tiebreaker Senate vote
Pete Hegseth confirmed as US defence chief in tiebreaker Senate vote Hegseth’s nomination had been rocked by allegations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct. Three Republican senators defied US President…
Pete Hegseth confirmed as US defence secretary in tie-breaking vote
Pete Hegseth confirmed as US defence secretary in tie-breaking vote 1 hour agoAna FaguyBBC News, WashingtonWatch: Moment VP Vance casts tie-breaking vote to confirm Hegseth Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s nominee…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,066
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Her grandfather drove trains to Auschwitz. My great-grandmother died there
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