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A 69‑year‑old man in Hong Kong was found guilty of trying to tap into a life insurance policy belonging to his daughter, an American activist who leads the Hong Kong Democracy Council in Washington. The case is the first of its kind under Hong Kong’s new national security law, which was enacted a ye

Europe Needs Clear Rules to Build Better Defences

The European Union is racing to spend more on defence after Russia’s 2022 attack on Ukraine and a shift in U. S. support. But politicians are still unsure who should make the decisions, which risks wasting money and time. The EU’s new plans include a €150 billion loan for weapons, an industria

French Diplomat Linked to Epstein: A New Investigation Begins

A French foreign minister has alerted prosecutors about a mid‑level diplomat who may have shared United Nations documents with the late Jeffrey Epstein. The diplomat, named Fabrice Aidan, is mentioned in over 200 U. S. Department of Justice documents that include emails he sent to Epstein between 20

business

Bryan County Says No to Nickel Plant Incentives

The idea of building a nickel refinery in Georgia was meant to close the gap in the state’s electric‑vehicle supply chain, linking factories that make cars and batteries with a plant that turns raw nickel into the metal needed for high‑performance batteries. Instead of boosting local jobs and kee

Candidate Pulls Out After Tragic Loss

Jeff Johnson, who had been running for governor in Minnesota, decided to end his campaign after a heartbreaking event. His 22‑year‑old daughter, Hallie Marie Tobler, was found dead with multiple stab wounds in her St. Cloud apartment over the weekend. The same house was where Hallie’s husband,

sports

Crowd Noise Turns the Tide in Kansas vs Arizona Game

The Wildcats’ first Big 12 outing at Allen Fieldhouse left Arizona players and coach Tommy Lloyd stunned by how loud the Kansas crowd could be. Motiejus Krivas, who had sat on the bench because of a foot injury, finally got to play in Kansas’ 82‑78 win. He described the arena as “crazy” and said

Justice in Question: Hong Kong’s Freedom on Trial

A 78‑year‑old media pioneer was sentenced to twenty years in prison, a punishment that many see as a warning against free speech. The judge’s decision came after the authorities barred him from choosing his own legal team and denied a jury, turning what could have been a fair hearing into a pre‑plan

Why a Former Democrat Loves Working for Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who once ran as a Democrat, says he enjoys working for President Trump because the leader lets him pursue actions that others would not allow. He made this claim at a Washington think‑tank event marking the first anniversary of his “Make America Healthy Again” campaign. Kenne

New York Faces 18 Cold‑Related Deaths in Recent Winter

The city’s winter has taken a heavy toll, with 18 residents losing their lives to the harsh cold. City officials have reacted strongly, calling for more help and tighter oversight of outreach efforts. The mayor has pledged to keep families in mind while criticizing the current approach to home

entertainment

Joe Frazier Statue Eyes a New Home at the Art Museum