European troops deploy to Greenland amid tensions with US over Arctic security
Troops from NATO countries including France and Germany are arriving in Greenland to boost security, highlighting disagreements with the US over the island's future amid rising Russian and Chinese interest in the Arctic region.
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Uganda holds tense presidential election under internet blackout and heavy security
Millions of Ugandans vote in a presidential election as 81-year-old President Yoweri Museveni seeks to extend his four-decade rule amid an internet blackout, heavy military presence, and opposition from pop star-turned-politician Bobi Wine.
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ICE agent shoots Venezuelan immigrant in Minneapolis amid ongoing immigration tensions
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot a Venezuelan immigrant in the leg during an arrest in Minneapolis, sparking protests and highlighting ongoing tensions over federal immigration enforcement in the city following a previous fatal shooting.
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FBI searches Washington Post reporter's home in classified information leak investigation
FBI agents searched a Washington Post reporter's home as part of an investigation into a Pentagon contractor accused of taking home classified information, raising concerns about press freedoms and government crackdowns on leaks.
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NASA conducts first medical evacuation from International Space Station
NASA's Crew-11 mission returned to Earth a month early due to a medical emergency, marking the first medical evacuation from the International Space Station in over 25 years of continuous human presence.
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Iran protests face crackdown and internet outages amid widespread unrest
Iran's nationwide protests have been suppressed following a weeklong crackdown and internet outage, with the UN Security Council set to discuss the deadly demonstrations at the US's request.
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Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault as Spanish prosecutors investigate allegations
Spanish prosecutors are investigating allegations that Grammy-winning singer Julio Iglesias sexually assaulted two former employees at his Caribbean residences, with the Spanish government considering stripping him of state honors.
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TSMC reports record profits as Taiwan chip maker expands investment
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced a 35% jump in profit and plans to expand investment, highlighting the global importance of the semiconductor industry amid geopolitical tensions.
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US suspends immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance concerns
The United States will suspend immigrant visa processing from 75 countries due to concerns about applicants becoming public charges, reflecting ongoing immigration policy changes.
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Japan and Philippines sign defense pact amid growing Chinese aggression
Japan and the Philippines have signed a new defense pact as both countries face increasing aggression from China in the region, strengthening their security cooperation.
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