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theguardian.com • Politics • World
Donald Trump's new tariffs aren't just economic, but represent an imperial strategy aiming for American economic dominance, forcing other nations to accept US rules and technology.
theguardian.com • Politics • Europe
Amidst reported German coalition agreement talks, the far-right AfD party surprisingly leads in federal voting intention polls, adding to the political uncertainty.
theguardian.com • Politics • Sudan
The UK is hosting a global conference to address Sudan's ongoing civil war, aiming to unite international actors in demanding a ceasefire and accountability for war crimes.
theguardian.com • Politics • North America
Mexico will send water to Texas farmers to partially fulfill its obligations under a water-sharing treaty with the US, amidst escalating diplomatic tensions and potential tariff threats.
theguardian.com • Politics • USA
Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing a new entity to manage the Chips Act program, aiming to accelerate corporate investment in US semiconductor production and renegotiate existing deals.
theguardian.com • Politics • World
Rightwing populists' continued success stems from a fundamental human urge to destroy what one feels excluded from, exacerbated by rising inequality and the failure of centrist parties to address it.
theguardian.com • Politics • World
Donald Trump's pursuit of a deal with Vladimir Putin at the expense of Ukraine's sovereignty and the transatlantic alliance is causing alarm.
theguardian.com • Politics • Europe
A new analysis reveals that several European public affairs firms are enabling pollution by lobbying for big oil companies, despite claims of sustainability commitments.
theguardian.com • Politics • Hungary
Cardinal Péter Erdő's potential papacy raises concerns due to his ties to Hungary's far-right government and his perceived lack of action against abuses within the church.
theguardian.com • Politics • USA
Billionaire hedge-fund manager Scott Bessent, a strong Trump supporter, is nominated for US Treasury Secretary, a position overseeing the world's largest economy and facing significant fiscal challenges.
theguardian.com • Technology • United States
At Apple's new headquarters, the ultra-transparent glass design has resulted in at least three employees sustaining injuries from walking into glass walls and doors within the first month.
theguardian.com • Technology • World
Meta reports taking down approximately 20 covert influence operations globally in 2024, while noting surprisingly limited use of AI-generated disinformation in elections.
theguardian.com • Technology • USA
Elon Musk's xAI faces accusations of significant air pollution in Memphis, Tennessee, due to the operation of numerous methane gas turbines powering its massive supercomputer.
theguardian.com • Climate • World
A top insurer warns that the escalating climate crisis is on a trajectory to dismantle capitalism due to the overwhelming financial burden of extreme weather events.
theguardian.com • Crime • UK
The UK government is developing a controversial "murder prediction" tool using personal data to identify individuals most likely to commit homicide, raising concerns about algorithmic bias and privacy.
theguardian.com • Disability • UK
The increasing number of young women with disabilities in the UK is prompting a discussion about societal support and the need to shift the narrative from viewing them as a burden to recognizing their contributions.
theguardian.com • Military • Ukraine
The use of fiber optic drones in the Ukraine conflict presents a new challenge due to their ability to evade jamming and their effectiveness in targeting previously secure locations.
theguardian.com • Space • World
A British space company is designing a fleet of satellites to orbit the moon and map the early universe by detecting faint radio signals from its far side, shielded from Earth's interference.