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Trump to Sign Executive Order Creating Olympics Task Force Ahead of LA 2028

Trump to Sign Executive Order Creating Olympics Task Force Ahead of LA 2028

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order on Tuesday to establish a White House Olympics Task Force that will oversee planning and coordination for the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Purpose of the Task Force: Trump Administration’s View: Background: Organizers’ Response:“The creation of this task force marks an important […]

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UK Grants First Space Launch Licence to Scottish Start-Up Skyrora

UK Grants First Space Launch Licence to Scottish Start-Up Skyrora

In a landmark move for Britain’s space ambitions, Scotland-based Skyrora has become the first UK company to receive a domestic space launch licence, marking a major leap toward vertical satellite launches from UK soil. Key Highlights: Bigger Picture: Voices from the Top: “Granting a home-grown company its launch licence is a major milestone for our

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Europe’s Ageing Power Plants to Get AI-Driven Digital Makeover

Europe’s Ageing Power Plants to Get AI-Driven Digital Makeover

Big Tech meets Old Energy: Aging coal and gas power plants across Europe are getting a surprising second life — as AI-ready data centres, thanks to growing demand from tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon. What’s Happening: Why AI Is Driving This: Utilities’ Perspective: Project Highlights: Bottom Line: Tech giants need “speed to power” to

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Asian Stocks Rise as Hopes for U.S. Rate Cuts Grow

Asian Stocks Rise as Hopes for U.S. Rate Cuts Grow

Asian markets started the week on a stronger note, buoyed by hopes that the U.S. Federal Reserve could soon cut interest rates following weak U.S. jobs data. This shift in expectations has reignited investor confidence after weeks of volatility. What Happened A disappointing U.S. payrolls report showed that job growth has slowed significantly, with the

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Hamas Offers Hostage Aid Coordination of Israel Halts Airstrikes, Opens Corridors

Hamas Offers Hostage Aid Coordination if Israel Halts Airstrikes, Opens Corridors

In a rare overture, Hamas announced on Sunday that it is prepared to coordinate with the Red Cross to deliver humanitarian aid to Israeli hostages held in Gaza — but only if Israel agrees to halt its airstrikes and permanently open humanitarian corridors into the war-torn enclave. What Happened The statement came a day after

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Over 3,000 Boeing Workers Strike After Rejecting Contract

Over 3,000 Boeing Workers Strike After Rejecting Contract

More than 3,200 Boeing workers in the St. Louis area and Illinois began striking on Monday after rejecting a second contract offer from the aerospace giant. “We’re disappointed our employees rejected an offer that featured 40% average wage growth,” said Dan Gillian, VP and GM at Boeing St. Louis. Union leader Tom Boelling countered that

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Global Markets Rally in the U.S. Rate Cut Hopes

Global Markets Rally in the U.S. Rate Cut Hopes

Asian share markets rose on Monday as expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts helped calm concerns about economic slowdown: Bond markets suggest: This shift came after weak U.S. jobs data, which showed: Political Moves Spark Concern: “Fed credibility and data veracity are now under the spotlight,” said NAB’s Ray Attrill. Wall Street Futures: U.S. Treasury

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Noah Lyles Clocks World-Leading 200m Time Amid Tense U.S. Trials Showdown

Noah Lyles Clocks World-Leading 200m Time Amid Tense U.S. Trials Showdown

Noah Lyles won the men’s 200m at the USA Track and Field Championships with a world-leading time of 19.63 seconds, overtaking Kenny Bednarek, who finished second in 19.67. Post-race tension flared as Bednarek shoved Lyles at the finish line, prompting a heated exchange. The two later shook hands and agreed to talk it out. “It’s

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The Potato’s Surprising Roots Part Tomato, Part Tuber

The Potato’s Surprising Roots: Part Tomato, Part Tuber

A groundbreaking genomic study has revealed that the humble potato, one of the world’s top food staples, originated from an ancient natural hybrid between a wild tomato plant and a potato-like species in South America about 9 million years ago. Researchers analyzed 450 cultivated potato genomes and 56 wild relatives, uncovering the potato’s evolutionary origin

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Hamas Offers Hostage Aid in Exchange for Ceasefire and Corridors

Hamas Offers Hostage Aid in Exchange for Ceasefire and Corridors

Conditions: The offer follows global outrage after Hamas released a disturbing video of hostage Evyatar David, visibly emaciated and digging what he claimed was his own grave. Western powers, including the U.S., UK, France, and Germany, condemned the footage. The UN Security Council will hold a special session on Tuesday. Israel says 50 hostages remain

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