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Russia-Ukraine war: Germany ready to authorize Poland's transfer of Leopard tanks, says FM

Jan 24, 2023 08:27 am UTC| Politics

German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock said Berlin is ready to authorize transfers of Leopard tanks by Poland to Ukraine. The comments come as Berlin is under pressure from Kyiv and allies to deliver the tanks that...

Five big challenges for Lula's presidency of Brazil

Jan 24, 2023 07:51 am UTC| Politics

The storming of democratic intuitions in Brazils capital the supreme court, the national congress and the presidential palace on January 8 further exposed the deep divide that the nations new government has to...

The weaponization of the federal government has a long history

Jan 24, 2023 07:48 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Now that House Republicans have created a Select Subcommittee on Weaponization of the Federal Government, lets revisit a classic of that power-abusing genre, featuring its greatest star, Richard M. Nixon. The...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine war: as Russia falters on the battlefield, Putin is trying to raise the stakes

Jan 24, 2023 07:46 am UTC| Politics

During a recent visit to St Petersburg, Russian president Vladimir Putin reiterated his confidence in his countrys victory over Ukraine. Visiting a defence contractor, he also took the opportunity to reassure workers that...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine recap: world leaders gather at Davos to make the case for more military aid to Kyiv

Jan 24, 2023 07:38 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Were tired of fighting Putin with rubbish kit. This recent headline in The Times was an eloquent expression of the feelings of a Ukrainian tank sergeant, part of the 24th Mechanised Brigade fighting in Bakhmut in the...

Democracies don't just bounce back after dictatorships – Argentina's Oscar contender shows what justice afterward looks like

Jan 24, 2023 05:42 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

When the director and the star of Argentina, 1985 stepped on stage to accept a 2023 Golden Globe Award, the title of the film may not have meant much to many Americans in the audience. But for Argentines, 1985 is pivotal:...

Brazil, US show that secure elections require agreement – not just cybersecurity and clear ballot records

Jan 24, 2023 05:35 am UTC| Politics

There are a number of ways to run a legitimate election. But the U.S. has learned in recent years, and Brazil learned in recent weeks, that its not always simple. There are technical mechanics and processes of how votes...

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Economy

UK Home Asking Prices Rise for First Time Since May

British home sellers raised their asking prices in September for the first time since May, offering a modest sign of improvement in the UK property market after a subdued summer, according to property website Rightmove....

U.S. Stock Futures Rise Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit, Middle East Risks Weigh

U.S. stock futures moved higher Sunday evening as investors looked ahead to a closely watched summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, while escalating Middle East tensions limited gains. SP...

Europe Jet Fuel Deficit Drives South Korean Imports to Four-Year High

Europe is heading toward a significant jet fuel shortage in the fourth quarter, prompting buyers to source supplies from distant markets such as South Korea, the United States, Canada and Nigeria as Middle East disruptions...

India's Economic Tightrope: Navigating US Tariffs and Russian Oil

Though not directly aimed at Indias Russian crude imports, a possible American tariff action presents major hazards for the Indian economy. The planned taxes might significantly raise the price of Indian goods in the US...

Oil Prices Rise as Houthi Strikes on Riyadh Fuel Middle East Tensions

Oil prices climbed on Monday as renewed Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabias capital, Riyadh, intensified concerns over escalating Middle East tensions and potential risks to regional energy supplies. Brent...

Politics

Trump Plans Military Complex Inside Washington Triumphal Arch

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that his planned triumphal arch near Washington will also serve as a military complex equipped to house drones, snipers and ammunition, adding a national security role to the...

Canada, France Strengthen Space and Defense Ties Amid Global Threats

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called for stronger Canada-France relations on Sunday as both countries seek closer cooperation in response to emerging global security threats. Speaking alongside French President...

Germany’s Carsten Breuer Elected Next NATO Military Committee Chair

German General Carsten Breuer has been elected as the next chair of the NATO Military Committee, putting Germanys chief of defence in line to become the alliances most senior military officer. Chiefs of defence from NATOs...

Turkey Ready to Aid Saudi Arabia Under Defence Pact as Houthi Attacks Escalate

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Saturday that Ankara is prepared to help Saudi Arabia meet potential military needs as Houthi attacks intensify, citing a trilateral defence agreement between Turkey, Saudi Arabia...

US, Denmark and Greenland Reach Deal to Expand American Military Presence

The United States, Denmark and Greenland have reached an agreement allowing Washington to expand its military presence in Greenland while restricting US adversaries from establishing bases or making sensitive investments...

Science

Blue Origin New Glenn Explosion Could Delay Launch Operations Until 2028

Blue Origin is facing a significant setback after a dramatic explosion involving its New Glenn rocket severely damaged a launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida. According to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, repairs to the...

Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Launch Pad Test, Delaying Space Ambitions

Blue Origin suffered a major setback after its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a launch pad test in Florida on Thursday, raising new challenges for Jeff Bezos space company as it competes with Elon Musks SpaceX...

SpaceX Delays Starship V3 Launch Ahead of Potential Record IPO

SpaceX on Thursday postponed the highly anticipated launch of its 12th Starship rocket test from Texas after technical issues interrupted the final countdown. The company now plans to attempt the Starship V3 launch again...

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

Technology

Trump Plans Federal AI Force and AI Czar

U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday that he plans to create a federal AI Force and appoint an artificial intelligence czar, outlining an effort to accelerate U.S. AI development while using existing laws to address...

SpaceX Nasdaq 100 Weight to More Than Double in Rebalance

SpaceX is set to gain significantly more influence in the Nasdaq 100 Index when the benchmark completes its quarterly rebalance on Monday, with the companys weighting expected to more than double. According to Bloomberg,...

Westinghouse Targets $50 Billion Valuation in U.S. IPO

Westinghouse Electric Co. is seeking a valuation of more than $50 billion for its planned U.S. initial public offering, as the nuclear technology company moves closer to a public market debut amid growing interest in...

NASA, Boeing Discuss Expanding Starliner Missions

NASA is holding discussions with Boeing about expanding the use of its Starliner spacecraft for future missions, potentially giving the troubled vehicle a larger role in U.S. human spaceflight plans. The space agency and...

Apple Pay Set for India Launch With Axis Bank

Apple is preparing to launch Apple Pay in India next month, initially partnering with Axis Bank to support the lenders credit cards, according to three people familiar with the plans. The rollout would bring Apples digital...