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Trump’s Stunning Move: RFK Jr. to Lead Vaccine Investigation at HHS, Igniting Massive Debate

Dec 09, 2024 14:57 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump has announced that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) if he is re-elected in 2024. Kennedy, an environmental attorney and long-time vaccine...

Trump’s Shocking Proposal: ‘Make Mexico and Canada U.S. States to End Subsidies!’ Sparks International Backlash

Dec 09, 2024 14:54 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump sparked controversy on Monday when he suggested that Mexico and Canada could be annexed as U.S. states. The statement, made during a campaign stop in Iowa, has fueled debates about...

Trump Stuns with Bold Claim: ‘The 2024 Election Was Truly Too Big to Rig!’ Sparks Online Firestorm

Dec 09, 2024 14:51 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump reignited national debates about election integrity during a speech in South Carolina on Saturday. Trump, a 2024 presidential candidate, confidently declared that the recent election was too...

Trump’s Bold Border Plan Sparks Outrage: ‘Send Them Back Together Instead of Breaking Families Apart,’ He Declares

Dec 09, 2024 14:46 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump, addressing one of the most divisive topics in U.S. politics, has reignited debates on immigration policy by proposing a controversial approach to handling illegal immigrant families. Speaking...

Trump Taps Kash Patel for Investigative Freedom: ‘No Politician is Off Limits!’ Sparks Heated Debate Online

Dec 09, 2024 14:43 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump has announced his intentions to grant Kash Patel, a staunch ally, the freedom to investigate any potentially corrupt politician if confirmed to a high-ranking role in his administration. The...

Trump Sparks Outrage: ‘Liz Cheney and January 6 Committee Members Should Go to Jail!’ Critics Slam Shocking Call

Dec 09, 2024 14:39 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump has ignited a fresh wave of controversy by declaring that Representative Liz Cheney and members of the January 6th committee should go to jail. The provocative statement was made during a...

Trump’s Shocking Promise: ‘January 6 Prisoners Will Be Freed on Day One!’ Sparks Heated Debate Online

Dec 09, 2024 14:36 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump has vowed to pardon individuals imprisoned in connection with the January 6 Capitol riots if he returns to the White House in 2025. The controversial statement, made during a rally in Iowa on...

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Economy

UK Economy Sees Marginal Growth Amid Tax Hikes and Business Caution

The UK economy showed a modest rebound in November, with GDP increasing by 0.1% from October, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This marks the first monthly growth since August, falling short of...

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U.S. Tightens Chip Export Controls, Adds Chinese AI Firms to Blacklist

The Biden administration has added over 25 entities, including Chinese AI firm Zhipu AI and chipmaker Sophgo, to the U.S. restricted trade list. These companies, along with two Singapore-based firms, now face strict export...

Taiwan Gains Confidence as U.S. Excludes It from AI Export Curbs

The U.S. governments decision to exclude Taiwan from its new restrictions on artificial intelligence (AI) chip and technology exports reflects confidence in the islands regulatory controls and legal compliance, Taiwans...

UK Inflation Stabilizes: November CPI at 2.6%, Signaling Economic Recovery

In November 2024, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the UK was reported at 2.6% compared to the same month last year, which matched what experts had predicted. This is an increase from October 2024, when the CPI was at...

Politics

Denmark’s Prime Minister Responds to U.S. Greenland Claims Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Denmarks Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has convened a meeting with business leaders to address rising geopolitical concerns following U.S. President-elect Donald Trumps remarks about taking control of Greenland. Last...

Biden Warns of Tech Oligarchy Threatening Democracy

In his farewell address, President Joe Biden cautioned against the rise of an American oligarchy led by tech billionaires wielding dangerous concentrations of power. Echoing President Eisenhowers 1961 warning about a...

Biden Administration Considers Options to Delay TikTok Ban

President Joe Bidens administration is exploring ways to keep TikTok accessible in the U.S. as a potential ban looms on Sunday, NBC reported. Officials are evaluating measures to delay the apps shutdown, possibly deferring...

Biden and Trump Share Credit for Gaza Ceasefire Deal

U.S. President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both claimed credit for a Gaza ceasefire-for-hostages deal finalized after months of negotiations. The agreement, supported by a Trump envoy, marks a significant...

Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence to Address Global Impact of U.S. Elections at UBS Summit

Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence will speak at the UBS Wealth Insights 2025 summit in the Asian financial hub on Thursday. Days before President-elect Donald Trumps inauguration, Pence will offer insights on the U.S....

Science

Double Moonshot: Japan’s ispace and Firefly Launch Lunar Missions

In a significant stride for lunar exploration, Japanese company ispace and U.S.-based Firefly Aerospace launched moon landers aboard a SpaceX rocket from Florida. This rare double mission highlights the growing competition...

Bill Gates’ Shocking New Malaria Solution Unveiled as Genetically Modified Mosquitoes Turn Into Flying Vaccinators

In a groundbreaking and controversial move, researchers funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation at Leiden University Medical Center have developed a revolutionary approach to combat malaria. The team has created...

Explosive CIA Whistleblower Claims Havana Syndrome Victims Face Cancer, Dementia, and Government Betrayal

A former CIA operative has come forward with alarming allegations, claiming that victims of the mysterious Havana Syndrome are now battling devastating health issues, including cancer, dementia, and Parkinsons disease. The...

FDA Approval of Opdivo Injection Sparks Hope for Cancer Patients with Revolutionary Treatment Update

In a significant advancement for cancer care, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an injectable version of Bristol Myers Squibbs blockbuster cancer drug Opdivo. Branded as Opdivo Qvantig, the new...

Public Health Experts Warn of ‘Quad-Demic’ as Flu, COVID, RSV, and Norovirus Threaten Winter Surge

Public health experts are raising alarms over a potential quad-demic this winter, with flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus all expected to surge simultaneously. This unprecedented convergence of...

Technology

TikTok Shutdown: U.S. Users Brace for Loss as Ban Nears

Disappointment swept U.S. TikTok on Wednesday as ByteDance announced plans to shut down the app for 170 million U.S. users by Sunday, following months of uncertainty. Content creators and influencers, many reliant on...

Big Tech Leaders, Including Sundar Pichai and Tim Cook, to Attend Trump Inauguration

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai and other Big Tech leaders are set to attend U.S. President-elect Donald Trumps inauguration on Monday, sources told Reuters. Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, is also confirmed to be present, as reported...

Apple Explores New Credit Card Partners as Goldman Sachs Reevaluates Deal

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is reportedly in talks with Barclays (NYSE:BCS) and Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) to replace Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:GS) as its credit card partner, according to Reuters. Discussions with...

TikTok Braces for Possible US Shutdown This Sunday Amid Security Concerns

TikTok, the popular short-video platform owned by ByteDance, could face a nationwide shutdown in the U.S. as early as this Sunday, according to The Information. The move follows increased scrutiny from lawmakers and...

What si RedNote? The Chinese App Gaining Global Attention Amid TikTok Uncertainty

RedNote, known as Xiaohongshu in China, has gained massive attention as over half a million TikTok users flock to the platform amid concerns over a U.S. ban on TikTok. This lifestyle app allows users to share experiences,...