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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

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

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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…

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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.”

The Conversation

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.

International Business Times 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

The Independent UK

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.

Euronews

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.

International Business Times UK

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.

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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

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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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2026 SuperWest College Football Decommitment Tracker

This is your source for 2025-26 college football recruiting decommitments for the top programs in the West.

The Independent UK

Six puppies treated for suspected fentanyl overdose after dramatic rescue

Sheriff's deputies tracked down the individuals believed to have dropped off the dogs

Euronews

Protests across Iran: Is war with the US or Israel imminent and what would it change?

If the US and Israel refrain from striking, it cannot be ruled out that Iran's Revolutionary Guard itself may initiate hostilities. Iranian officials now claim they are prepared for both negotiations and war.

Latin Times

Top Venezuelan Official Says US Embassy Talks Look to Secure Maduro's Return: 'That's the Fundamental Objective'

Venezuela's Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello said that Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were "kidnapped" during a U.S. military operation earlier this month, and that efforts to reopen diplomatic missions between Caracas and Washington are primarily aimed at ensuring their safety and return.

The Guardian - UK

Greenland and Denmark unite against US advances before White House talks

Island’s PM tells media event with Danish counterpart ‘we choose Denmark’ and will not be owned or governed by US

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