Trump threatens tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland dispute
President Trump announced 10% tariffs on eight European nations for opposing U.S. control of Greenland, escalating tensions with NATO allies and prompting large protests in Denmark and Greenland.
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Clashes and protests erupt in Minneapolis over immigration crackdown
Counterprotesters chased off conservative activists during Minneapolis immigration operations, with tear gas incidents and legal rulings restricting federal agents' actions against peaceful demonstrators.
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Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodríguez linked to DEA investigations
AP documents reveal Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodríguez has been on DEA radar for years, while hardline enforcer Diosdado Cabello remains powerful despite U.S. charges.
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Uganda's Museveni wins disputed election extending 40-year rule
Yoweri Museveni secured his seventh term amid internet blackouts and violence, with opposition leader Bobi Wine claiming fraud and going into hiding after police raids.
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NASA's Artemis II moon rocket moves to launch pad for crewed mission
NASA rolled out the SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft for Artemis II, preparing for a February launch that will send four astronauts on a lunar orbit mission.
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HIV vaccine trial faces funding crisis after Trump aid cuts
A $45 million USAID grant for African-led HIV vaccine research was canceled, forcing scientists to secure alternative funding for scaled-back trials in South Africa.
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U.S. conducts retaliatory strikes in Syria targeting Islamic State leaders
American forces killed an Al-Qaeda-affiliated leader in Syria connected to an ambush that killed two U.S. soldiers and a civilian interpreter.
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Climate change drives global expansion of desalination technology
Regions worldwide are increasingly turning to seawater desalination for drinking water as climate change impacts freshwater supplies.
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New York Giants hire John Harbaugh as head coach
The Giants secured former Ravens coach John Harbaugh as their top choice to rebuild the struggling franchise.
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European Union and Mercosur sign landmark free trade agreement
The EU and South American Mercosur bloc finalized a major trade deal despite global protectionist trends.
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