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Gutting aid, U.S. cedes soft power game to China

by Shaun TANDON When President Donald Trump froze nearly all US foreign aid, Cambodia was forced to suspend workers removing dangerous mines from the country — until China stepped in with the necessary funding. In the Cook Islands, traditionally bound

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The squad saving deer from tourist trash in Japan’s Nara

by Tomohiro OSAKI As peckish deer chase delighted tourists in Japan’s temple-dotted Nara Park, a quiet but dedicated team of litter-pickers patrols the stone paths, collecting plastic waste that threatens the animals’ health. The ancient city of Nara is a

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Chinese animated blockbuster breaks records, prompts patriotism

by Sam DAVIES Animated Chinese blockbuster “Ne Zha 2”, based on traditional mythology, has smashed multiple box office records on its way to becoming the country’s most successful movie ever. The tale of a rebellious young deity who battles dragons

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What are reciprocal tariffs and who might be affected?

by Beiyi SEOW U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to open new fronts in his tariffs war by announcing reciprocal levies on other countries as soon as Tuesday, branding this “the only fair way” to trade. Trump’s fresh salvo could

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‘Saudi is the best!’: Why are TikTok mumfluencers lauding desert megacity?

by Emilie Beraud Expat “mumfluencers” are taking to TikTok to sing the praises of life in Saudi Arabia and to extol the virtues of its new NEOM megacity, filming their idyllic lives spent picnicking by turquoise waters and shopping in

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UN says former Bangladesh govt behind possible ‘crimes against humanity’

by Nina LARSON Bangladesh’s former government was behind systematic attacks and killings of protesters as it tried to hold onto power last year, the UN said Wednesday, warning the abuses could amount to “crimes against humanity”. Before prime minister Sheikh

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Russian held in US to be freed in exchange for Fogel release, Kremlin says – ABC News

Russian held in US to be freed in exchange for Fogel release, Kremlin says  ABC News US releasing Russian prisoner in Marc Fogel exchange, Kremlin says  Fox News Russian Bitcoin Exchange Co-Founder to Be Freed by the U.S. After American’s Release  The Wall

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Donald Trump metal tariffs: Three US goods that could cost more – BBC.com

Donald Trump metal tariffs: Three US goods that could cost more  BBC.com Who pays for Trump’s tariffs? Depends on the product and the country.  The Washington Post How Will Tariffs Impact You? Here’s What To Know About Trump’s Plans  Forbes There’s a method

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Donald Trump metal tariffs: Three US goods that could cost more – BBC.com

Donald Trump metal tariffs: Three US goods that could cost more  BBC.com Trump is playing a dangerous tariff game despite his ‘really strong’ agenda, US economist warns  Fox Business Who pays for Trump’s tariffs? Depends on the product and the country.  The Washington

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‘He should not be in public like this’: Grimes reacts after Elon Musk parades their son around Oval Office – The Independent

‘He should not be in public like this’: Grimes reacts after Elon Musk parades their son around Oval Office  The Independent DOGE’s power expands as federal agencies start planning large-scale layoffs  CNN Grimes Says Son X Æ A-Xii ‘Should Not Be in

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