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Canada recruited 64 professors with new research fund. Three-quarters are from U.S. schools | CBC News

Canada has brought in 64 professors to lead scientific research at universities across the country, providing them with millions of dollars in funding. Speaking at the University of British Columbia (UBC) on Thursday, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly announced the government is giving $541 million in»»»

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Al Jazeera Qatar 27.08. 01:14

Tribe accuses US federal agents of ‘trespassing’ on indigenous border land

The Tohono O’odham people have sued the US government to stop construction of a border wall through their reservation. An Indigenous tribe located between the United States and Mexico has accused US federal agents and construction workers of illegally trespassing on its land to begin work on a cont»»»

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The Sunday Guardian India 26.08. 22:24

Pennsylvania Measles Deaths: Calls Grow For RFK Jr. To Resign Or Be Fired As Two Unvaccinated People Die And Outbreak Worsens

0 A profound public health crisis has erupted across the US following the confirmation of two measles-associated deaths in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, marking the state’s first fatalities from the virus in thirty-five years. The tragic milestone has immediately intensified political friction, p»»»

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The Express Tribune Pakistan 26.08. 05:17

Pennsylvania reports first US measles deaths in decades | The Express Tribune

Two Pennsylvania residents died from measles, health officials said on Tuesday, the first such deaths this year in the United States, which is contending with the highest number of cases of the highly infectious disease in more than three decades as vaccination rates drop. Both people were unvaccin»»»

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Gulf News Emirati Arabi Uniti 25.08. 21:48

US records first measles deaths of 2026 as outbreak worsens

Philadelphia: Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died from measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster Coun»»»

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The Conversation Global Stati Uniti d'America 25.08. 19:44

Narrow mail-in voting ruling by Supreme Court adds uncertainty to midterm elections without addressing constitutionality of Trump’s executive order

The reaction to a procedural ruling by the Supreme Court on Aug. 24, 2026, was immediate and sharp. The conservative justices’ decision in the 6-3 ruling to lift a block on implementation of President Donald Trump’s March 2026 executive order imposing restrictions on mail voting had voting rights a»»»

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Huffington Post Stati Uniti d'America 25.08. 05:02

Justice Jackson Rips Supreme Court Decision For Injecting 'Chaos And Uncertainty' Into Midterms

She argued that the conservative majority’s ruling on Trump’s mail-in voting order only served to fuel uncertainty ahead of the elections. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson issued a scathing dissent of Monday’s Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump’s mail-in voting order, warning that it sow»»»

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The Guardian Gran Bretagna 25.08. 02:37

Colombia’s new president Abelardo de la Espriella announces immigration crackdown

Colombia’s far-right president, Abelardo de la Espriella, has announced a crackdown on immigrants, ordering authorities to detain and deport people who are in the country irregularly or have committed crimes. In office for just over two weeks, the millionaire former lawyer made the announcement on »»»

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Hindustan Times India 19.08. 18:48

Green Card alert: Indian applicants to face fresh hurdles under new rule, here's what you need to know

Indian nationals awaiting employment-based Green Cards may encounter increased scrutiny starting September 18, when new guidance from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regarding 'public charge' comes into effect. A public charge assessment can lead to the denial of a Green Card ap»»»

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TheStraitsTimes Singapore 18.08. 06:06

Colombian minister under fire over beach holiday post-quake

BOGOTA - Colombia’s new housing minister has come under fire after it emerged that he took his family on a Caribbean holiday while the country was reeling from that left thousands homeless. The Aug 10 earthquake, which killed nearly 300 people in western Colombia, struck just three days after right»»»

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Fox News Stati Uniti d'America 11.08. 17:52

Medicaid ends funding for child sex-change procedures as Trump admin slams 'experimental' treatments

close Video NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: American taxpayers will no longer be on the hook for child sex-change hormones or surgeries, as a key Trump administration agency announced Tuesday that Medicaid will stop funding such procedures and therapies. Centers for Medica»»»

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Arab News Arabia Saudita 10.08. 06:58

Colombia president says 6 armed rebels killed in clashes

BOGOTA: Colombian forces killed six members of armed groups on Sunday, President Abelardo de la Espriella announced, the opening salvo in a crackdown on crime just days after his inauguration. The far-right leader took office on Friday vowing to crush criminal groups profiting from drug trafficking»»»

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UPI Stati Uniti d'America 08.08. 02:44

Trump urges Pirro to 're-visit' D.C. reflecting pool vandalism cases - UPI.com

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has been in hot water with President Donald Trump since admitting last week that damage to the pool was due to a "botched installation and not vandalism." Trump on Friday urged the prosecutor to "re-visit" her decision. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. »»»

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The New Indian Express India 06.08. 06:08

A $150M contract for migrant kids’ lawyers goes to a Trump-linked Texas firm, raising concerns

CHICAGO: The Trump administration has awarded a $150 million contract to give legal representation to migrant children traveling alone to the US to a small Texas law firm with ties to the administration but little experience in immigration law, prompting legal aid groups who’ve long represented tho»»»

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IRNA Iran 05.08. 16:38

Wisconsin Mosque Leader Faces Deportation over Tainted Israeli Evidence, Ex-Attorney Says

Jawad Boulos represented Sarsour in Israeli military court in the 1990s. Israeli authorities coerced Sarsour into confessing to crimes but never succeeded in tying him to a terrorist organization, Boulos testified on Tuesday in immigration court, where the Palestinian is fighting a Trump administra»»»

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Global News Canada 05.08. 16:11

Gordie Howe bridge now open to pedestrians, cyclists | Globalnews.ca

After opening to vehicular traffic last week following months of delay, the Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to pedestrians and cyclists wanting to cross the border on the newly built $6.4-billion bridge. As of 8 a.m. eastern on Wednesday, travellers can cross on foot or bicycle using the mu»»»

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RCI Canada 30.07. 20:23

Province, feds fund $5M program to connect Ontario businesses to European markets amid tariff threats | RCI

Arrthy Thayaparan (new window) · CBC News · Some Ontario products will soon be making their way overseas to Europe, all thanks to the latest collaboration and funding announcement between the federal and provincial governments. The news comes as Canada looks to diversify its exports in response to »»»

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Coin Desk Stati Uniti d'America 28.07. 12:29

BitMEX and BitMart may be first casualties of crypto trading slump

Search/enSign InSign Up The early freewheeling era of crypto trading took a final blow as BitMEX announced it would permanently shut down its operations in September. The platform, famous for inventing the perpetual swap in 2016, may not be the last. At least three other crypto firms have announced»»»

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Daily Sabah Turchia 27.07. 21:54

New Canada-US bridge opens, strengthening key trade corridor

A major new bridge connecting Canada and the United States opened to commercial and passenger traffic Monday, marking the completion of a yearslong infrastructure project aimed at boosting cross-border trade despite recent political strains between the neighboring allies. Descendants of Gordie Howe»»»

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Channel News Asia Malesia 26.07. 21:27

Honduras ex-president Hernandez returns home after Trump pardon

TEGUCIGALPA: Former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernandez returned to Honduras on Sunday (Jul 26), eight months after US President Donald Trump pardoned him while he was serving a 45-year US prison sentence for drug and arms trafficking. Hernandez, who served two consecutive terms as president »»»

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Snopes Stati Uniti d'America 25.07. 01:12

Trump administration is changing Endangered Species Act. How will it affect US wildlife?

In July 2026, misleading posts asserting the Trump administration "legalized the hunting and killing of … animals formerly protected under the Endangered Species Act" prompted widespread condemnation despite omitting crucial context. The Trump administration did announce three changes to the act th»»»

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Tempo Indonesia 23.07. 03:50

Democrats Slam Social Security Chief Over Pro-Trump Email to Retirees

- A group of Democratic senators has accused the head of the US Social Security Administration (SSA) of using an official agency email to distribute misleading information and promote a partisan political message, arguing that the communication undermines the agency's longstanding reputation as an »»»

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Daily Mail Gran Bretagna 20.07. 04:08

Donald Trump dubs the UK a 'poverty-stricken disaster'

Donald Trump has branded the UK a 'poverty-stricken disaster' as he responded to reports the new Labour leader could sign off on new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea. The US president said in a Truth Social post that Andy Burnham, who has not confirmed the reports, would 'be opening up, all th»»»

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RFI Francia 18.07. 18:17

Zimbabwe’s gold rush adds fuel to a deadly surge in malaria

Mutare, Zimbabwe – In Zimbabwe, open pits left by informal gold miners and filled with stagnant water create breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Health experts say mining is worsening a surge in malaria infections, already spiralling due to funding cuts and ... »»»

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Dawn Pakistan 18.07. 17:36

US to tighten visa regulations for foreign students, journalists

The Trump administration moved on Thursday to tighten the duration of visas for foreign students, cultural exchange visitors and journalists. The new final rule from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) creates a fixed time period for F visas for international students, J visas that allow visi»»»

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The Times of India India 16.07. 07:24

Analysts calling it a 'great year' to be Michael Dell as his net worth has jumped over $80 billion, Dell's shares up by 240% and the US President telling Americans: Go out and ...

Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of Dell Technologies is enjoying what the analysts are calling one of the most remarkable years of his career, according to a report by Business Insider. His personal net worth has surged by more than $80 billion, bringing his total wealth to $233 billion and makin»»»

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Free Malaysia Today Malesia 10.07. 07:33

Mexico seeks prosecutions over migrant deaths in US

At least 17 Mexican citizens have died in ICE custody or during federal raids since Donald Trump returned to office last year. (EPA Images pic) MEXICO CITY: Mexico will press for criminal charges to be brought in the United States over the death of Mexican immigrants amid president Donald Trump’s m»»»

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Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha Bangladesh 10.07. 05:11

Mexican politician facing US drug charges denies being in hiding

MEXICO CITY, July 10, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Embattled Mexican politician Ruben Rocha Moya, who until May served as governor of violence-plagued Sinaloa state, denied Thursday that he was in hiding after his recent US indictment on drugs charges. The US Department of Justice announced charges against Roc»»»

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Council Foreign Relations Stati Uniti d'America 06.07. 22:06

The Balogun Red Card Reversal Shows That the U.S. Plays By Its Own Rules

Obadare researches and writes widely on Africa and issues of democracy, corruption, and governance. He began his career as a political reporter in Nigeria, and his next book, The Nigerian Century, will be published by Oxford University Press. FIFA’s dramatic decision to rescind the red card issued »»»

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Malay Mail Malesia 02.07. 10:59

Report claims Jho Low in frame for Trump pardon, White House says he’s ‘not on the radar’

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 — Fugitive Malaysian financier Low Taek Jho, better known as Jho Low, is among those being considered for a possible presidential pardon by US President Donald Trump as part of a proposed Independence Day clemency initiative, The Atlantic reported today. In a June 30 report, th»»»

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The North Africa Post Marocco 30.06. 18:23

Trump Halts U.S. Duties on Moroccan Phosphate Imports to avoid Market Disruption & Cut Farmers’ Costs

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued an emergency proclamation lifting temporarily countervailing duties (CVD) on phosphate fertilizers imported from Morocco for eight months. The move will bring immediate relief to producers who rely on these critical inputs with an estimated 22% reduction in ph»»»

The Economic Times India 30.06. 10:32

Trump nominates Keith Sonderling as labor secretary after months of labor dept turmoil

US President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social on Monday (June 29) that he would nominate Keith Sonderling, who is acting labor secretary, to take on the role permanently, which would require Senate approval. "Throughout his career, Keith has proven his dedication to delivering strong results for»»»

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Egypt Independent Egitto 25.06. 14:30

What we know about Venezuela’s biggest earthquake in more than a century

Venezuela’s northern coast was hit by two powerful earthquakes within a minute of each other on Wednesday – the largest to hit the country in more than a century. At least 164 people have died and 971 more have been injured, though the true extent of the toll and damage is still feared to be much h»»»

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Naharnet Libano 25.06. 08:12

Venezuela twin quakes kill at least 32, injure more than 700

Powerful twin earthquakes have killed 32 people and injured more than 700, the nation's interim president said Thursday, after the massive shocks collapsed entire buildings and sent people running in panic. Authorities and average Venezuelans were clambering on piles of rubble in the hunt for survi»»»

Kuwait Times Kuwait 25.06. 08:03

WorldVenezuela twin quakes kill at least 32, injure more than 700

CARACAS: Powerful twin earthquakes have killed 32 people and injured more than 700, the nation’s interim president said Thursday, after the massive shocks collapsed entire buildings and sent people running in panic. Authorities and average Venezuelans were clambering on piles of rubble in the hunt »»»

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Asian News International India 24.06. 02:03

US Ambassador Gor, Telangana Dy CM unveil 'Donald Trump Avenue' at Freedom 250 celebrations in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 24 (ANI): US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Tuesday jointly unveiled a ceremonial plaque commemorating the renaming of the road adjoining the US Consulate in Hyderabad as "Donald Trump Avenue" during »»»

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France24 Francia 22.06. 21:43

Will Colombia's right-wing hardliner De la Espriella be able to govern?

Colombia on Sunday elected 47-year-old hardliner and millionaire lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella as the country’s next president just four years after electing Gustavo Petro the first left-wing president in the country's history. De la Espriella won the majority vote and received support from right»»»

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RT Russia 22.06. 10:01

Palestinian West Bank at risk of biggest Israeli land grab in decades, RT reports

Israel has earmarked broad swathes of the West Bank for scores of new settlements, a move that could isolate Palestinian villages and tighten West Jerusalem’s grip on the territory. RT’s Charlotte Dubenskij has taken a closer look at the expansion plans. The Israeli government has accelerated its p»»»

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Arab Times Kuwait 16.06. 10:40

Colombia's ELN rebels declare ceasefire before Sunday's presidential election

BOGOTÁ, Colombia, June 16, (AP): Colombia’s largest remaining rebel group announced a unilateral ceasefire Monday as the nation heads into a highly polarized presidential election next weekend. In a statement published on its X account, the National Liberation Army, or ELN, said that it has told it»»»

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Al Manar Libano 05.06. 10:16

‘Israel Hayom’ Column: Netanyahu Has Led Israel Into Isolation, Relying on ‘One Unpredictable Man’

In a sharp critique published Monday, Israeli writer and military analyst Yoav Limor has dismissed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent claim of “breaking the barrier of fear,” warning that Israel is sliding into unprecedented political and international isolation under his leadership. Writin»»»

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Fair Observer Stati Uniti d'America 02.06. 15:59

Danielle Smith’s Voice of Reason and Other Fairy Tales

Claiming to be listening to the voices of Albertans, Premier Danielle Smith is pushing for a referendum on separation from Canada. But even just talk of a referendum risks social division, economic uncertainty and political turmoil – not to mention angering Indigenous peoples. The referendum itself»»»

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Daily Post Nigeria Nigeria 25.05. 06:15

Nigerian Ambassador-designate to US, Kayode Are presents letter of credence to Trump

The Nigerian Ambassador to the United States, Kayode Are, has officially presented his Letter of Credence to United States President Donald Trump at the White House. Reno Omokri, Ambassador Designate to Mexico revealed this in his official X handle on Sunday. He wrote “Hearty congrat»»»

The Peninsula Qatar 23.05. 14:00

Commander-in-beef: Bangladesh's 'Donald Trump' buffalo wins fans

Narayanganj, Bangladesh: Crowds in Bangladesh are flocking to snap photographs with an unlikely social media star -- an albino buffalo with flowing blond hair nicknamed "Donald Trump" due to be sacrificed within days. Owner Zia Uddin Mridha, 38, said his brother named the 700 kilogramme (1,500 poun»»»

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EurAsian Times Canada 22.05. 19:08

Oil Rich Alberta Pushes Closer to Independence Referendum as Carney Says Province 'Essential to Canada

Prime Minister Mark Carney asserted that Alberta was “essential” to Canada’s future, hours after the province’s leader moved the oil-rich region closer to a referendum on independence. Separatists in Alberta spent months collecting signatures to trigger a binding October vote to secede from the nat»»»

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Al Awsat Arabia Saudita 21.05. 12:38

Bangladesh's 'Donald Trump' Buffalo Wins Fans

Crowds in Bangladesh are flocking to snap photographs with an unlikely social media star -- an albino buffalo with flowing blond hair nicknamed "Donald Trump" due to be sacrificed within days. Owner Zia Uddin Mridha, 38, said his brother named the 700 kilogram (1,500 pound) bull over its flowing he»»»

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Euronews Francia 19.05. 08:09

Three people killed as two teenagers open fire at a San Diego mosque

Police say the two suspects had exhibited behaviour indicating a “generalised hate rhetoric” towards Muslims. The attack is one of the most major to target the Californian city’s large Muslim community. Two teenage shooters opened fire at a San Diego mosque on Monday, killing three men in an attack»»»

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Afghan Voice Agency Afghanistan 10.05. 08:01

Former US Congressman: Why is there no news about the pilots rescued from Iran?

Afghan Voice Agency (AVA): This American journalist wrote: It is not surprising that many believe that the "rescue" operation was a cover for the failed US attempt to steal Iran's uranium reserves. Former Congressman: Why is there no news about the pilots rescued from Iran? Former US Congresswoman »»»

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Politico Gran Bretagna 06.05. 13:44

US, Israel slam Belgium in clash over alleged illegal circumcisions

American Ambassador Bill White and the Israeli foreign minister accuse Belgium of antisemitism after the Antwerp prosecutor confirmed it recommended two mohalim be prosecuted. AI generated Text-to-speech Diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Belgium are under renewed pressure after Donald Trump»»»

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Hellenic Shipping News Grecia 20.04. 23:12

Carney says Canada must cut reliance on US as tariffs hit economy

The Canadian leader stressed that his country cannot hinge its future on hope that the US will return to the partner it formerly was to his country and that active steps must be taken to protect Ottawa from the disruptions caused by the Trump administration. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said»»»

BNE IntelliNews Unione Europea 14.04. 19:23

Where elections are seen as fair or flawed - OWID

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order earlier this month directing the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to compile lists of US citizens eligible to vote in each state, Statista »»»

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Sada El-Balad Egitto 11.04. 21:36

US Gasoline Prices Surge Over 20% amid Iran Conflict

Energy prices in the United States recorded a sharp increase in March, with gasoline prices jumping by more than 20% following the outbreak of conflict with Iran, adding fresh pressure on inflation and the broader U.S. economy. According to a report citing data from the U.S. Department of Labor, ov»»»

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Channels Television Nigeria 11.04. 11:25

UK To Shelve Chagos Handover

  Britain is shelving its plan to hand back the Chagos Islands — which hosts the strategic Diego Garcia US-UK military base — according to a government spokesperson Saturday, following strong opposition from US President Donald Trump. “We have always sa ... »»»

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The Intercept Stati Uniti d'America 10.04. 18:58

Trump Administration Wants to Make It More Difficult to Evade a Military Draft

The Selective Service System, the government agency that keeps a list of draft-eligible American men, will begin automatically registering names later this year, abandoning a decades-old process in which young men self-registered. “This has been in the works for quite a while,” a U.S. government of»»»

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China Daily Cina 09.04. 03:35

Australia's drugmakers brace for new US tariffs

Australia's pharmaceutical sector is bracing for the impact of the United States' latest 100 percent tariffs on related products, with stakeholders opposing the move as it adds uncertainty to the industry. US President Donald Trump imposed the tariffs late last week on pharmaceutical imports, in li»»»

Anadolu Turchia 30.03. 11:29

Russian tanker carrying oil arrives in Cuba

The Russian tanker Anatoly Kolodkin, carrying a humanitarian cargo of 100,000 tons of crude oil, has arrived in Cuba, the Russian Ministry of Transport said Monday. "The Russian tanker 'Anatoly Kolodkin' with a humanitarian cargo of 100,000 tons of crude oil has arrived in Cuba. Currently, the vess»»»

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United News of Bangladesh Bangladesh 27.03. 12:14

Trump set to become first sitting US president with signature on dollar bills

US President Donald Trump is poised to make history as the first sitting president whose signature will appear on US banknotes, the Treasury Department announced. Trump’s signature will accompany that of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on newly printed currency, marking the 250th anniversary of th»»»

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DW Germania 26.03. 14:59

'Looksmaxxing': The manosphere beauty cult

Young men who identify with the "manosphere" — an online movement promoting masculinity and misogyny — are being promised a better life and a higher "sexual market value" by becoming more attractive through "looksmaxxing." The online trend comes with its own lingo, significant costs — and a good do»»»

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