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Trump says he may punish countries opposed to US control of Greenland with tariffs

US President Donald Trump says he may implement tariffs on countries opposing Washington’s controlling of Greenland as he remains stern in his stance to take over the Arctic island by “any means necessary”.

Euronews

U.S. Intelligence Describes Venezuela's Interim Leader As 'a Socialist but the Most Capitalistic One I've Seen'

U.S. intelligence officials have described Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodríguez, as a pragmatic political figure capable of working with Washington, according to assessments cited after a rare visit to Caracas by C.I.A. Director John Ratcliffe.

Latin Times

National Guard troops to stay on Washington, DC, streets through 2026

National Guard troops will be on the streets of Washington, D.C., until the end of the year

The Independent UK

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Senior Iranian General Issues Direct Threat: 'We Will Cut Off Trump's Hand and Finger'

IRGC General Mohsen Rezaei threatens Trump directly, warns US bases across Middle East face retaliation if Washington attacks Iran.

International Business Times UK

2 Snowmobilers Passed Away in an Avalanche, 2 Others Were Saved Thanks to a Garmin

Four snowmobilers were caught in an avalanche in central Washington, killing two. The other members were saved thanks to a Garmin inReach.

RideApart

Have US tariffs failed to bite? China’s trade surplus hits a record US$1.2 trillion

The numbers are in, and they paint a picture that defies the conventional wisdom of Washington’s trade hawks. In 2025, China’s trade surplus surged to a record high of US$1.2 trillion (£900 billion). In December alone, the surplus reached US$114 billion, driven by a higher-than-expected 6.6% growth in exports and…

The Conversation

Europe is permanently vulnerable to blackmail — it must rearm

In recent months, the EU has suffered the most serious diplomatic defeats. This will only change in the future if the member states possess greater military power, Karl-Heinz Paqué writes in an opinion article for Euronews.

Euronews

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U.S. slashes Taiwan tariffs in new semiconductor trade deal — Washington to reduce tariffs to 15% in exchange for $500 billion stateside manufacturing investment

The U.S. and Taiwan trade deal will reduce tariffs to 15% from 20%. It will also pour $250 billion in direct investments in U.S. chip manufacturing, as well as another $250 billion in credit guarantees to Taiwanese tech companies

Tom’s Hardware

Washington warns Tehran 'all options are on the table' in emergency UN Security Council session

Trump remains open to military intervention if Tehran continues to exact lethal force on protesters in the ongoing nationwide demonstrations, US representatives told the UN Security Council on Thursday.

Euronews

Taiwan says it has secured the ‘best tariff deal’ of any country with a US trade surplus

China slammed the agreement for carrying ‘sovereign connotations’

The Independent UK

France now supplies most of Ukraine’s intelligence, Macron says

France is now providing two-thirds of the intelligence Ukraine needs in its war with Russia, President Emmanuel Macron said, overtaking the United States as Kyiv’s main source of intelligence support.

Radio France Internationale

Warning: The New “SALT Cap” Rule That Affects Homeowners in 2026

For years, homeowners in high-tax states have complained about the $10,000 cap on State and Local Tax (SALT) deductions. It felt like a penalty for living in a nice neighborhood with good schools. Washington finally moved the needle, and the new tax legislation has technically raised that cap to $40,000…

Budget and the Bees

Europe Sends Soldiers to Greenland as Trump Reignites Explosive US 'Ownership' Claims

European nations have begun deploying troops to Greenland as diplomatic tensions surge after United States President Donald Trump revived controversial claims that the U.S. must control the territory, drawing firm rejection from Denmark and Greenland and raising geopolitical alarm.

International Business Times UK

How is China viewing US actions in Venezuela – an affront, an opportunity or a blueprint?

China’s public response to the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro played out in a fairly predictable way, with condemnation of a “brazen” act of force against a sovereign nation and accusation of Washington acting like a “world judge.”

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International Business Times UK

McKenna Kindred Moves to Idaho and Remains Married After Sexual Relationship With a Minor

Former teacher McKenna Kindred has moved to Idaho after pleading guilty over a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old student.

The Independent UK

Lawmakers propose $2.5B agency to boost production of rare earths and other critical minerals

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has proposed creating a new agency with $2.5 billion to boost production of rare earths and the other critical minerals

Euronews

European troops arrive in Greenland as US and Denmark talks fail to resolve dispute

The deployment was announced the same day the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland met with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington.

International Business Times UK

Missing Ex-Oregon Mayor's Body Identified 20 Years After His Skeleton Washes Ashore—Here's What We Know

Remains found in Washington in 2006 have been confirmed as former Oregon mayor Ed Asher, missing since a 2006 fishing trip.

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Radio France Internationale

France to step up Greenland deployment with land, air and sea forces

France began deploying troops to Greenland on Thursday and said it would send additional "land, air and sea" forces in the coming days, confirming the presence of high-mountain specialists from the French army on the ground as part of a European military exercise after inconclusive talks in Washington.

Euronews

Greenland’s value explained: Could Trump really buy the Danish island?

Greenland’s economy may be small, but its real value is tied to Arctic security and vast mineral reserves. Trump’s interest in it reflects US efforts to counter China’s dominance in sourcing critical raw materials.

International Business Times UK

Trump Boasts His Threats Forced Iran to Pause Protester Killings as Critics Question His Motives

Trump claims Iran halted protester executions after his military threats as tensions escalate between Washington and Tehran over economic protests that killed thousands.

Radio France Internationale

Macron warns of 'cascading consequences' if US seizes Greenland

US threats to seize Greenland drew a warning from France on Wednesday, after leader Donald Trump renewed claims that Washington should take control of the Arctic island for security reasons. President Emmanuel Macron warned that any move affecting Greenland’s sovereignty would bring “unprecedented” consequences.

The Independent UK

Denmark and US ‘agree to disagree’ on Greenland’s future, foreign minister says

Washington and Copenhagen will stand up a ‘high level working group’ for further discussions on Greenland’s security

Latin Times

Trump Admin Files for Dozens of New Seizure Warrants Targeting Venezuelan Oil Tankers: Report

The United States has sought court warrants to seize dozens more oil tankers linked to Venezuela's crude trade, according to four sources familiar with the matter.

The Guardian - US

What would happen if every state acted like Donald Trump’s America?

In a might-makes-right world, US allies, not to mention the emerging powers of the global south, would begin to hedge their bets in dangerous ways

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