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US Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Emergency Tariffs, Redrawing the Limits of Presidential Trade Power

A landmark 6–3 ruling curbs unilateral tariff authority, reshapes global trade expectations, and forces the White House to seek new legal paths. In a landmark decision with sweeping consequences for the global economy, the US Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump’s emergency-based tariffs, ruling that the president exceeded his legal authority by invoking […]

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Israel Signals Readiness for Pre-Emptive Strikes on Iran-Aligned Militias as Regional Tensions Surge

Unprecedented warning to Hezbollah, Houthis, and allied factions raises stakes amid US-Iran diplomacy and expanding military deployments. Israel is reportedly preparing for large-scale pre-emptive military action against Iran-aligned armed groups across the Middle East, warning that any coordinated attacks on Israeli territory would be met with an “unprecedented” response. The posture, conveyed through mediators to

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Trump Sets 10-Day Window for Iran Deal as Military Pressure and Diplomacy Intensify

The White House signals a narrow timeline for diplomacy while Congress pushes back on unilateral military action and regional tensions rise. President Donald Trump has set a stark timeline for resolving one of the world’s most volatile geopolitical standoffs, saying the international community will learn “over the next, probably, ten days” whether Washington reaches a

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British Royal Arrested Over Alleged Misconduct Linked to Epstein: A Legal, Political, and Institutional Reckoning

The unprecedented detention of King Charles’ brother intensifies scrutiny of accountability, governance ethics, and the monarchy’s modern role. The arrest of a senior member of Britain’s royal family over alleged misconduct in public office linked to Jeffrey Epstein marks a watershed moment for the United Kingdom’s constitutional culture. Never in modern times has a royal

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Gabon Moves to Suspend Major Social Media Platforms, Citing Security and Stability Risks

Authorities say online content threatens social cohesion as critics warn of economic fallout, digital rights concerns, and pressure on civic space. Gabon’s media regulator has ordered the suspension of several major social media platforms, citing concerns that online content could undermine social cohesion and threaten the stability of national institutions. The decision, announced without a

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Ukraine–Russia Peace Talks in Geneva End Without Breakthrough as Trust Deficit Widens

Kyiv accuses Moscow of stalling while US pressure grows, European allies seek a larger role, and markets react to the lack of progress. Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia concluded in Geneva without a breakthrough, underscoring the widening trust deficit between the two sides as the war enters its fifth year. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

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Jesse L. Jackson, Icon of America’s Civil Rights Movement, Dies at 84

The longtime activist, minister, and presidential contender leaves a complex legacy of moral leadership, political ambition, and global advocacy. Jesse L. Jackson, one of the most recognizable figures of the American civil rights movement and a tireless advocate for racial justice, economic equality, and political inclusion, has died at the age of 84. A close

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Iran–US Nuclear Talks in Geneva Show ‘Guiding Principles’ Progress, but Major Hurdles Remain

Tehran signals cautious optimism as energy markets react, regional tensions simmer, and negotiators face hard choices over sanctions, enrichment, and security guarantees. Fresh diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States in Geneva has produced what Iranian officials describe as agreement on broad “guiding principles” for future negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme. While the announcement

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Intermittent Fasting Fails to Outperform Standard Diets for Weight Loss, Major Review Finds

A comprehensive analysis suggests time-restricted eating offers little added benefit for shedding pounds, raising questions about social media hype and long-term health claims. Intermittent fasting has surged in popularity over the past decade, promoted across social media platforms, wellness blogs, and fitness communities as a powerful shortcut to weight loss and metabolic health. But a

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Israeli foreign minister in Jerusalem amid Gaza conflict and West Bank policy debate

Israel Moves to Register West Bank Land, Palestinians Warn of ‘Creeping Annexation’

Cabinet approval to formalize land records deepens fears of permanent occupation as settlement expansion, security policy, and diplomacy collide. Israel’s cabinet has approved a policy to initiate land registration across parts of the occupied West Bank, a move that Israeli officials frame as a legal and security measure but which Palestinians condemn as a step

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