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- Collins indicates she is not Trump’s preferred senator in Maine debate
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- Russia reports no new plague cases in Siberia following lab worker’s death
- Belgian virologist highlights ongoing plague cases in Africa
- US lawmakers advance bipartisan legislation to address gun violence prevention
- Libya’s parliament elects new speaker Al-Salhin Abdelnabi al-Obeidi, replacing Saleh after 12 years
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In a contentious debate for the Maine Senate race, Republican incumbent Susan Collins defended her legislative experience while challenging Trump policies, as Democrat Troy Jackson accused her of inadequate opposition to the administration. The close contest could influence Senate control in November’s elections, with polls indicating a tight race.
EUROPEAN BRIEFING
This morning, European Union leaders discuss economic stability and geopolitical challenges.
Key issues include inflation, trade relations, and security cooperation.
An execution date for former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people in a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood, has been scheduled for 3 December 2026. Hasan, approved to die by firing squad, will face the same post where the attack occurred, marking the first military execution since 1961.
With so much politics dominating the news this week – lots of uncertainty too- it’s important to get back to nature and enjoy the positivity in the world.
China’s tariffs on exports to the US have risen to 125%, prompting speculation about potential retaliation and the future scope of trade relations.
Jillian Lauren, the author and wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, was shot and injured by Los Angeles police after allegedly pointing a handgun at officers in her front yard, leading to her arrest on suspicion of attempted murder.
Joseph Kent, chief of staff to the Director of National Intelligence, stated that intelligence is investigating potential FBI involvement in the January 6 riots during a Senate intelligence committee hearing.
Donald Trump pauses tariffs for most countries for 90 days on “reciprocal” tariffs for over 75 trading partners, maintaining a reduced baseline tariff of 10%
The US-China trade war is in full flow as the rest of the world holds its breath, wondering, hoping and perhaps even praying that Trump sees some sense.
There are whispers in the corridors of Congress between Republicans and Democrats as to how they can either curb the president’s war or usurp him. There is far too much at stake for Congress not to intervene.
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