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China's Economic Goals: Growth, Jobs, and Defense

China's Economic Goals: Growth, Jobs, and Defense
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China sets ambitious economic targets for 2025, including 5% growth, 12 million new urban jobs, and a 7.2% increase in its defense budget, while facing global economic headwinds. Read more...

EU Eyes Rearmament Amidst Division on Ukraine Support

EU Eyes Rearmament Amidst Division on Ukraine Support
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The EU is considering a plan to rearm, led by Ursula von der Leyen, but faces internal disagreements on prioritizing support for Ukraine. Meloni calls for unity while Salvini opposes military spending. Read more...

Europe Grapples with Security and Economic Challenges

Europe Grapples with Security and Economic Challenges
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Europe faces increasing security concerns, prompting discussions of rearmament and defense spending, alongside economic debates over industrial policy and evolving crime trends. Read more...

Europe to Rearm with €800 Billion Defense Plan

Europe to Rearm with €800 Billion Defense Plan
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Ursula von der Leyen unveils an €800 billion "Rearm Europe" plan, while a trial begins for alleged Hamas terrorists in Berlin and a car ramming in Mannheim leaves two dead. Read more...

Trump's Journey, Zelenskyy's Reception: A Political Whirlwind

Trump's Journey, Zelenskyy's Reception: A Political Whirlwind
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From an AI-generated Trump biopic to tensions surrounding Zelenskyy's White House visit and European rearmament plans, the political landscape is buzzing with activity. Read more...

Trump Teases "Big Night" as Ukraine's Fate Hangs

Trump Teases "Big Night" as Ukraine's Fate Hangs
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Donald Trump hints at a major announcement amidst concerns about Ukraine's future. Meanwhile, the EU unveils a massive defense plan, and New Orleans prepares for Mardi Gras with caution. Read more...

Merz Eyes Bundeswehr Funds Amidst Political Strife

Merz Eyes Bundeswehr Funds Amidst Political Strife
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Friedrich Merz navigates political challenges in Germany, pushing for Bundeswehr funding while facing criticism and internal party disputes as he eyes the Chancellorship. Read more...

Business Briefs: Aviation Woes, Fuel Prices, and More

Business Briefs: Aviation Woes, Fuel Prices, and More
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Aviation firm faces contract loss, fuel prices dip, Germany boosts defense spending, and Penang Port anticipates growth. Stay informed with these key business updates. Read more...

Europe Grapples with Defense, Voting, and Shifting Alliances

Europe Grapples with Defense, Voting, and Shifting Alliances
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Europe faces a complex landscape with new defense spending plans, potential voting restrictions for Americans abroad, and shifting geopolitical dynamics amid US-Ukraine tensions. Read more...

Trump's America: English as Official Language?

Trump's America: English as Official Language?
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A look at recent developments in the US under President Trump, including his push for English as the official language, Pentagon spending cuts, and halted arms aid to Ukraine. Read more...

EU Announces €800B Plan to Rearm Europe, Aid Ukraine

EU Announces €800B Plan to Rearm Europe, Aid Ukraine
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Ursula von der Leyen unveils a €800 billion plan to rearm Europe and support Ukraine after the US suspended aid. The plan includes fiscal space, loans, and private capital mobilization. Read more...

Europe Rearms as US Aid to Ukraine Faces Uncertainty

Europe Rearms as US Aid to Ukraine Faces Uncertainty
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Europe is bolstering its defense capabilities with a massive investment plan, while the Kremlin suggests halting US aid to Ukraine could be a path to peace. Read more...

Prague Faces Strikes, Bomb Threat, and Budget Boost

Prague Faces Strikes, Bomb Threat, and Budget Boost
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Prague faces potential strikes from Prague Services trade union due to a dispute with a Pirate Party deputy, while a school bomb threat prompts evacuation. Simultaneously, the government plans to increase defense spending. Read more...

EU Eyes €800 Billion Defense Boost; Local News Roundup

EU Eyes €800 Billion Defense Boost; Local News Roundup
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Ursula von der Leyen proposes a massive defense spending plan, while local news highlights a new detention center in Genk and changes to minimum income applications in Merchtem. Read more...

France Eyes Taxes, Tariffs, and a Notorious Escape

France Eyes Taxes, Tariffs, and a Notorious Escape
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France is exploring taxing the wealthy to boost military spending, pushing for balanced EU-US tariff deals, and dealing with the aftermath of a high-profile prison escape. Read more...

Europe News: Crime, Debt, and Controversial Remarks

Europe News: Crime, Debt, and Controversial Remarks
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A roundup of recent European news, including Romanian police investigations, German defense spending debates, and controversial remarks made by an Italian politician. Read more...

Labour Faces Pressure on Child Safety and Foreign Aid

Labour Faces Pressure on Child Safety and Foreign Aid
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Labour Party faces scrutiny over child online safety with the "Safer Phones Bill" and criticism for potential cuts to the overseas aid budget to fund defense spending. Read more...

JD Vance Faces Criticism Over Military Remarks

JD Vance Faces Criticism Over Military Remarks
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JD Vance faces backlash for comments deemed disrespectful to military sacrifice, while Rachel Reeves pledges to boost UK industry via defense spending. Read more...

Lebanon News: Cash Seizure, Diplomacy, and Defense

Lebanon News: Cash Seizure, Diplomacy, and Defense
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Lebanon makes headlines with a cash seizure at Beirut airport, renewed diplomatic efforts with Saudi Arabia, and reactions to EU defense spending plans and the Ukraine conflict. Read more...

Global Economy Braces for Debt, Trade Wars, and Inflation

Global Economy Braces for Debt, Trade Wars, and Inflation
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Global economic pressures are mounting as sovereign debt soars, trade wars escalate, and inflation impacts consumers worldwide, creating uncertainty for investors and policymakers. Read more...

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