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Russia is likely to test NATO’s collective defense pledge soon, Sweden’s top military official warned, as Moscow steps up its campaign of hybrid attacks against Europe.
Russia ‘prepared to take enormous strategic risks’ to test NATO, top Swedish general warns
Europe must prepare for a “generational” war with Russia, Swedish Chief of Defense Michael Claesson told POLITICO.
www.politico.eu
November 20, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Russia is likely to test NATO’s collective defense pledge soon, Sweden’s top military official warned, as Moscow steps up its campaign of hybrid attacks against Europe.
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Kamala Harris: "It feels chaotic, but what I would offer you is what we are witnessing is the swift implementation of a plan that was decades in the making. Project 2025 didn't just drop out of thin air. That's a product of decades of work. Federalist Society, Heritage Foundation ... "
September 23, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Kamala Harris: "It feels chaotic, but what I would offer you is what we are witnessing is the swift implementation of a plan that was decades in the making. Project 2025 didn't just drop out of thin air. That's a product of decades of work. Federalist Society, Heritage Foundation ... "
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NEW: Trump’s takeover of the Library of Congress is about taking control of the legislative branch.
One expert says it’s “dangerous,” given agencies within the Library provide legal advice to lawmakers and police their misconduct.
One expert says it’s “dangerous,” given agencies within the Library provide legal advice to lawmakers and police their misconduct.
Trump Is Trying to Take Control of Congress Through Its Library
Donald Trump’s administration is pushing to take over the Library of Congress, its latest effort to subsume the legislative branch.
www.rollingstone.com
May 12, 2025 at 8:47 PM
NEW: Trump’s takeover of the Library of Congress is about taking control of the legislative branch.
One expert says it’s “dangerous,” given agencies within the Library provide legal advice to lawmakers and police their misconduct.
One expert says it’s “dangerous,” given agencies within the Library provide legal advice to lawmakers and police their misconduct.
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The allegations that the leaders of France, Germany and the UK took drugs while on a train on their way to Kyiv are part of a wider Russian disinformation campaign.
#EuroVerify
#EuroVerify
Macron, Merz and Starmer targeted by Russian 'cocaine' claims
The allegations that the leaders of France, Germany and the UK took drugs while on a train on their way to Kyiv are part of a wider Russian disinformation campaign.
l.euronews.com
May 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The allegations that the leaders of France, Germany and the UK took drugs while on a train on their way to Kyiv are part of a wider Russian disinformation campaign.
#EuroVerify
#EuroVerify
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“The distance between self-respect and vanity is never far in a politician with Farage’s level of ambition.” @henrycporter.bsky.social on the Reform leaders penchant for country cosplay.
www.prospectmagazine...
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What Farage's fashion choices tell us about his politics
Farage's country cosplay is meant to communicate support for rural voters, but it reveals more about Reform's leader than he may have intended
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk
May 8, 2025 at 10:06 AM
“The distance between self-respect and vanity is never far in a politician with Farage’s level of ambition.” @henrycporter.bsky.social on the Reform leaders penchant for country cosplay.
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www.prospectmagazine...
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EU €800 billion #defence push hit with tepid response
EU €800 billion #defence push hit with tepid response
Just over half of the bloc's 27 member states have heeded the European Commission's call to request more fiscal space to ramp up #defence spending.
dlvr.it
May 6, 2025 at 5:24 AM
EU €800 billion #defence push hit with tepid response
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For those of you who want to enjoy the fact that rich people are no longer as rich as their balance sheets because of a lack of liquidity in private investments
www.wsj.com/opinion/the-...
www.wsj.com/opinion/the-...
Opinion | The Economy Is in a Pickle
What America needs: zero tariffs, a robust dollar, deregulation and reduced tax rates.
www.wsj.com
May 4, 2025 at 11:20 PM
For those of you who want to enjoy the fact that rich people are no longer as rich as their balance sheets because of a lack of liquidity in private investments
www.wsj.com/opinion/the-...
www.wsj.com/opinion/the-...
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NEW: Consumer confidence shows "pervasive pessimism"
Consumer confidence shows "pervasive pessimism"
Americans expect the job market and other measures of economic well-being to deteriorate in ways not seen in years.
trib.al
April 29, 2025 at 2:43 PM
NEW: Consumer confidence shows "pervasive pessimism"
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EU financial watchdog accused of blocking criminal probe
EU financial watchdog accused of blocking criminal probe
The #EPPO said on Monday it would file legal proceedings against the #EuropeanCourtofAuditors on grounds that it rebuffed efforts to interview its staff.
dlvr.it
April 29, 2025 at 2:53 PM
EU financial watchdog accused of blocking criminal probe
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Airport are urging passengers to monitor local travel advice and flight trackers for updates.
Travel chaos in Spain and Portugal as blackout halts flights and train
Airport are urging passengers to monitor local travel advice and flight trackers for updates.
l.euronews.com
April 28, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Airport are urging passengers to monitor local travel advice and flight trackers for updates.
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Bluesky got blue check marks this week. Here's everything to know about the new verification process.
Bluesky's Blue Check Is Finally Here
Bluesky’s new verification process launches today. It mixes the old-school, Twitter-style blue check bestowed by the platform with a more decentralized option for trusted organizations.
wrd.cm
April 26, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Bluesky got blue check marks this week. Here's everything to know about the new verification process.
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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell used a gathering of finance chiefs from around the world to stress that central banks must be shielded from politics to ensure they can focus on keeping inflation stable and employment high, according to people who listened to his remarks.
Powell Draws Applause on Independence at Closed-Door IMF Meeting
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell used a gathering of finance chiefs from around the world to stress that central banks must be shielded from politics to ensure they can focus on keeping inflation stable and employment high, according to people who listened to his remarks.
bloom.bg
April 26, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell used a gathering of finance chiefs from around the world to stress that central banks must be shielded from politics to ensure they can focus on keeping inflation stable and employment high, according to people who listened to his remarks.
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Entrepreneurs are hauling bergs from the Arctic to Dubai, betting on a hot market for Greenland ice
How Much Does Ice From Greenland Cost? $100 for Six Cubes
Entrepreneurs are hauling bergs from the Arctic island, betting there are enough people willing to pay up for an extra-chilled drink; $218 glass of scotch
buff.ly
April 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Entrepreneurs are hauling bergs from the Arctic to Dubai, betting on a hot market for Greenland ice
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The European Central Bank cut its key interest rate by a quarter percentage-point for the seventh time running today, as the prospect of prolonged trade war and economic stagnation helped snuff out any lingering concerns over inflation.
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April 17, 2025 at 12:52 PM
The European Central Bank cut its key interest rate by a quarter percentage-point for the seventh time running today, as the prospect of prolonged trade war and economic stagnation helped snuff out any lingering concerns over inflation.
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Obama calls Trump administration's freeze on Harvard funding 'unlawful'
Obama calls Trump administration's freeze on Harvard funding 'unlawful'
The former president broke with his practice of not criticising policies or leaders on social media to praise Harvard's stand
www.bbc.com
April 15, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Obama calls Trump administration's freeze on Harvard funding 'unlawful'
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European firms with high US exposure face mounting risks from tariffs, recession fears, and a weakening dollar, while domestically focused companies appear more insulated, according to a new Goldman Sachs analysis.
Which European firms and industries are more vulnerable to US tariffs?
European firms with high US exposure face mounting risks from tariffs, recession fears, and a weakening dollar, while domestically focused companies appear more insulated, according to a new Goldman Sachs analysis.
l.euronews.com
April 8, 2025 at 4:34 PM
European firms with high US exposure face mounting risks from tariffs, recession fears, and a weakening dollar, while domestically focused companies appear more insulated, according to a new Goldman Sachs analysis.
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Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of the United States president, will travel to Romania just six days before the first round of the country’s controversially delayed presidential election.
Donald Trump Jr. to visit Romania right before contentious election
Trump Jr. previously criticized a Romanian court for canceling the 2024 presidential election.
www.politico.eu
April 8, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of the United States president, will travel to Romania just six days before the first round of the country’s controversially delayed presidential election.
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IBM releases a new mainframe built for the age of AI
IBM releases a new mainframe built for the age of AI
IBM is releasing the latest version of its mainframe hardware that includes new updates meant to accelerate AI adoption. The hardware and consulting company on Monday announced IBM z17, the latest version of its mainframe computer hardware. This fully encrypted mainframe is powered by an IBM Telum II processor and is designed for more than […]
tcrn.ch
April 8, 2025 at 4:04 AM
IBM releases a new mainframe built for the age of AI
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Asian shares nosedived as Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index dropped nearly 8% after the meltdown on Wall Street over President Donald Trump's tariff hikes and the backlash from Beijing.
Asian markets plunge as Japan's Nikkei 225 index dives nearly 8% after the big meltdown on Wall St
Asian shares have nosedived after the meltdown Friday on Wall Street. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index lost nearly 8% shortly after the market opened early Monday.
bit.ly
April 7, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Asian shares nosedived as Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index dropped nearly 8% after the meltdown on Wall Street over President Donald Trump's tariff hikes and the backlash from Beijing.
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Financial experts are seeing a spike in affluent working Americans looking to resettle in Europe. They say it's time for Europe to prepare for their arrival.
Americans want to move to Europe. Is it ready for a US 'brain drain'?
Financial experts are seeing a spike in affluent working Americans looking to resettle in Europe. They say it's time for Europe to prepare for their arrival.
l.euronews.com
April 6, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Financial experts are seeing a spike in affluent working Americans looking to resettle in Europe. They say it's time for Europe to prepare for their arrival.
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US President Donald Trump's decision this week to slap 20% tariffs on all European goods is deepening the pain for France's nearly $3 billion cognac industry, which was already being buffeted by global trade tensions reut.rs/3FURyj7
France's cognac makers, buffeted by trade wars, reel from Trump's tariffs
Beijing was already targeting the region's producers because of EU levies on Chinese-made electric vehicles. With the U.S. accounting for one out of every two bottles sold, Trump's tariffs have left many growers apprehensive.
reut.rs
April 5, 2025 at 10:42 PM
US President Donald Trump's decision this week to slap 20% tariffs on all European goods is deepening the pain for France's nearly $3 billion cognac industry, which was already being buffeted by global trade tensions reut.rs/3FURyj7
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President Donald Trump says taxing imports will strengthen domestic manufacturing. Hours before announcing new tariffs, his administration cut support for centers that help US firms do just that.
Trump and DOGE Defund Program That Boosted American Manufacturing for Decades
President Donald Trump says taxing imports will strengthen domestic manufacturing. Hours before announcing new tariffs, his administration cut support for centers that help US firms do just that.
wrd.cm
April 3, 2025 at 12:04 AM
President Donald Trump says taxing imports will strengthen domestic manufacturing. Hours before announcing new tariffs, his administration cut support for centers that help US firms do just that.