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Do Republicans Want To Control Elections?

Plus: assessing Trump’s first year, the dysfunction of Washington, D.C., and the politics of the Super Bowl. (Recorded live in Washington, D.C.)

Reason

Annual Smithsonian summer event held for 50 years is exiled from D.C. so Trump can have his 250th America birthday festival

The Smithsonian’s annual Folklife Festival has been exiled from Washington’s National Mall to make way for a flashy series of events including an IndyCar race

The Independent UK

‘No limits, no transparency, no controls’: US accuses China of covert nuclear tests as New START expires

The US has accused China of secretly conducting nuclear tests, urging Beijing to join arms control talks as the New START treaty expires. While Russia and the US acknowledge the need for urgent negotiations, China rejects the claims and refuses to participate, citing its smaller arsenal. This raises fears of…

The Times of India

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US and Iran hold high-stakes nuclear talks in Oman as fears of war continue

Washington moved an ‘armada’ to the region last month in an effort to pressure Tehran into a deal

The Independent UK

Washington Is Considering Legalizing Allowing Motorcycles To Use the Shoulder

Washington State representative Ed Orcutt introduced a shoulder surfing bill as a safer alternative to lane splitting. Here are the details and where it stands.

RideApart

Trump threatens military action in Diego Garcia to ‘reinforce US presence’: It’s India connection

Donald Trump has issued a strong warning regarding Diego Garcia. He stated the United States may use military force to protect its presence at the vital base. This comes after the United Kingdom's treaty with Mauritius over the Chagos Archipelago. Trump emphasized the base's critical role in US national security…

The Times of India

$16 billion funding freeze: Trump wanted NY airport, station named after him, says report

US President Donald Trump reprotedly proposed to release $16 billion in funding for New York's Hudson River tunnel project. In exchange, he wanted Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer to support renaming Washington Dulles Airport and New York Penn Station after him, according to a source cited by Reuters.

The Times of India

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US announces $6 million aid to Cuba as President Díaz-Canel accuses it of imposing 'energy blockade'

The US has extended aid to Cuba for people still reeling from Hurricane Melissa in the island’s eastern regions. The aid comes despite a diplomatic rift, as Washington continues to urge Cuba to negotiate a deal to end tensions “before it is too late”.

Euronews

Oregon, Washington and tribes head back to court after Trump pulls out of deal to recover salmon

Lawyers for conservation groups, Native American tribes, and the states of Oregon and Washington are returning to court to seek changes to dam operations on the Snake and Columbia Rivers

The Independent UK

US and Russia agree to re-establish military dialogue after Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi

The US and Russia have agreed to resume military communications hotlines following talks in Abu Dhabi. The move comes as Washington continues to intensify diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine, nearing its fourth anniversary.

Euronews

In show of support, Canada and France open consulates in Greenland

Canada and France, which both adamantly oppose Donald Trump's wish to control Greenland, were to open consulates in the Danish autonomous territory's capital on Friday –in a strong show of support for the local government.

Radio France Internationale

Washington Native Joel Dahmen Made His Super Bowl LX Pick Known at Phoenix Open

He got a mixed reaction from the fans on Hole 16.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina and US sign a major trade deal to slash tariffs and boost a political alliance

Argentina and the United States have reached an expansive trade deal, a win for Argentine President Javier Milei as he moves to open up the South American nation’s notoriously protectionist economy and a reflection of the close alliance between the radical libertarian and U.S. President Donald Trump

The Independent UK

UK leader apologizes to victims of Epstein for giving Peter Mandelson an ambassador job

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has apologized to victims of Jeffrey Epstein for appointing Peter Mandelson as the U.K.'s ambassador to Washington

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

PM ‘sorry for believing Mandelson’s lies’ as he apologises to Epstein’s victims

Sir Keir Starmer said he shared the ‘anger and frustration’ of colleagues about the saga but vowed to continue as Prime Minister.

Euronews

Vance to visit Armenia and Azerbaijan as US advocates TRIPP corridor

JD Vance’s trip to Armenia and Azerbaijan underscores renewed US focus on South Caucasus peace and the TRIPP corridor’s trade and digital ambitions.

Euronews

EU, US and Japan to cooperate on critical raw materials supply chains

The joint arrangement will focus on boosting demand and diversifying the supply of critical raw materials by identifying and backing projects in mining, refining, and recycling, all with the goal of reducing reliance on China.

Euronews

The end of the START: US and Russia no longer have limits on their nuclear arsenals

For the first time in over half a century, the US and Russia have no legally binding agreement limiting their strategic nuclear forces. Does the nuclear race begin now as the New START treaty expires on Thursday, or is it already under way?

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Euronews

Trump pushes Beijing to break from Tehran in phone call with Xi

Trump said he held an “excellent” phone call with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Wednesday where the pair discussed many things, from trade to the war in Ukraine. Topping the agenda of their talks was the situation in Iran, as Washington continues to urge countries to isolate Tehran.

The Independent UK

The Washington Post's sports section was a gold standard, all the way to the end

The Washington Post has eliminated its sports section while laying off a third of its staff

Radio France Internationale

US military says troops have been dispatched to Nigeria

The United States has sent a small team of troops to Nigeria, the general in charge of the US command for Africa said on Tuesday, the first acknowledgment of American forces on the ground since Washington struck by air on Christmas Day.

The Independent UK

Italy averted Russian-linked cyberattacks targeting Winter Olympics websites, foreign minister says

Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani says Italy has foiled a series of cyberattacks targeting some of its foreign ministry offices, including one in Washington, as well as Winter Olympics websites and hotels in Cortina d’Ampezzo

The Independent UK

MPs back release of files on Mandelson appointment as US ambassador

Lord Mandelson was sacked from his Washington role in September last year over his links with Epstein.

The Times of India

Is Trump's Gold Card illegal? Lawsuit says scientists, engineers waiting in queues while the rich get entry

A lawsuit has challenged Trump's Gold Card visa program, calling it an illegal fast lane for wealthy foreigners, irrespective of merit while researchers and scientists are waiting in the backlogged queue. The lawsuit, filed in Federal District Court in Washington, asked the judge to block the program as it prioritizes…

The Times of India

‘Excellent conversation’: Donald Trump, Xi Jinping discuss trade, Taiwan, Iran & Ukraine in ‘long and thorough’ phone call

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a significant phone call, addressing trade, security, Taiwan, Iran, and the Ukraine war. Trump described the discussion as "excellent" and "thorough," highlighting potential energy and agricultural deals. Both leaders emphasized the importance of maintaining a stable and positive relationship between…

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