Daniela Benitez
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The data center rebellion is here, and it’s reshaping the political landscape
Kyle Schmidt, president of the advocacy group Protect Sand Springs, at the 800 acre property city officials have annexed near his home. Schmidt is standing next to the notice of…
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The surprising US plan in Venezuela comes with huge risks for Trump
President Donald Trump’s handling of Venezuela signals a sharp escalation in U.S. power projection in the Western Hemisphere. It was marked by a dramatic special forces operation that removed Nicolás…
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The most shameful day in American history
January 6, 2021 stands as a profound rupture in American democracy. It’s marked not by chaos alone but by a sustained effort to overturn a lawful election and obstruct the…
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Iran protest sparked by failing economy turn deadly
Protests that began over economic hardship in Iran have rapidly escalated into a broader challenge to the country’s political system. Turning deadly as security forces confronted demonstrators across multiple cities.…
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Global trade will continue, but will become more complex
“Liberation Day” put international trade upside down, Trump hit allies and rivals alike, but also revealed the weaknesses of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). Yet, global trade kept moving, with…
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Chip ambitions: India targets top-four semiconductor rank by 2032; Ashwini Waishnaw outlines 2035 roadmap
Driven by its talent and expanding ecosystem, India aims to become the top four world’s semiconductor manufacturers. Union minister for elections and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw spoke about this while announcing…
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Trump to meet US’ China envoy after call with Japan PM Tajaichi as Taiwan drills conclude
The Trump administration is navigating a delicate diplomatic balancing act in Asia. Tensions has sharpened over Taiwan and relations among Washington, Tokyo and Beijing remain strained. President Donald Trump capped…
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The U.S. Economy Keeps Powering Ahead, Defying Dire Predictions
The U.S. economy has shown surprising resilience in 2025, pushing through trade disruptions, tighter immigration policies and widespread expectations of a slowdown or recession. Growth has continued to outpace that…
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Into the void: how Trump killed international law
The article portrays a world slipping from the framework that governed international relations since the end of the Second World War. Referencing Antonio Gramsci’s idea of an “interregnum,” it argues…
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From A.I. to Tariffs, 14 Charts That Explain 2025
In recent years, macroeconomic tides have diminished and flowed, but one thing has remained unchanged: Americans’ dim views of the economy.Persistent pessimism has survived talk of a “vibecession,” and election-year…
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Milei insta al Mercosur a secundar presión militar de EU a Venezuela; dictadura “extiende una sombra oscura sobre nuestra región”
El presidente argentino, Javier Milei, aprovechó la Cumbre del Mercosur para intensificar su postura contra el gobierno de Nicolás Maduro. Hizo un llamado a los países del bloque a respaldar…
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Trump Tackles Concerns Over Taiwan Strategy With Massive Weapons Deal
President Trump sought to reassure Asian allies concerned about his China policy by approving one of the largest U.S. arms sales to Taiwan. An $11.1 billion package centered on Hilmar’s…
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Volaris y Viva anuncia creación de nuevo Grupo Mexicano de Aerolíneas; buscan acelerar conectividad y mantener bajos costos
Las aerolíneas de bajo costo Viva y Volaris anunciaron una fusión entre iguales para crear el Grupo Mexicano de Aerolíneas. Una operación estratégica orientada a acelerar el crecimiento del sector…
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Pfizer clinches $10bn Metsera deal as Novo Nordisk retreats
Pfizer has emerged victorious in one of the most heated acquisition battles in recent pharma history, securing a $10 billion deal to acquire obesity-focused biotech Metsera. After weighing competing bids…
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EU leaders urged to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine’s defence
European leaders are facing mounting pressure to decide whether Russia’s frozen assets should be used to finance Ukraine’s defence. This as Kyiv confronts battlefield setbacks and growing demands from the…
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Stephen Miller’s hard-line Mexico strategy morphed into deadly boat strikes
“The Trump administration originally planned to go after Mexican drug cartels, but pivoted to Venezuela, according to current and former officials. A trio of legal documents and directives have subsequently…
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MPs warn that UK agreements with Donald Trump are ‘built on sand’
Serious doubts are emerging over the durability of the UK government’s recent agreements with the Trump administration. Critics are warning that they rely more on political goodwill than enforceable legal…
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US scolds Rwanda for breaking peace deal as M23 rebels seize key Congo City
The United States has accused Rwanda of undermining a recently signed, US-brokered peace agreement by backing a renewed and deadly offensive by the M23 rebels. A group in eastern Democratic…
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Ebrard responde a China tras ‘quejas’ de aranceles: ‘Si quieres vender en México, produce aquí’
China reaccionó a la decisión de México de elevar aranceles a vehículos asiáticos, y el gobierno mexicano respondió defendiendo la medida como una política industrial orientada a proteger el empleo…
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China’s fertility push: IVF grants grow, but high costs still deter couples
Local governments across China are increasingly subsidizing in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and other assisted reproductive technologies. This is an effort to slow the country’s deepening demographic decline. Cities and provinces,…
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Mexicos Approves 50% Tariffs on Many Chinese Imports
Mexico’s decision to impose steep tariffs on a broad range of Chinese imports marks a significant escalation in its effort to protect domestic industry. But also a way the country…
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ByteDance, Alibaba keen to order Nvidia H200 chips
ByteDance and Alibaba have approached Nvidia about ordering large quantities of its H200 AI chips following President Donald Trump’s decision to allow the model to be exported to China. The…
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At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability
Donald Trump traveled to Pennsylvania to deliver what was expected to be the launch of a new economic messaging effort focused on affordability. Instead of presenting a disciplined argument aimed…
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Social media ban for children under 16 starts in Australia
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the world’s first social media ban for children under 16. A turning point in restoring parental control over big tech platforms, though he acknowledged…
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Trump administration strike deal to end Biden’s student loan repayment loan
A major shift in U.S. student loan policy is unfolding after the Trump administration reached a settlement with seven Republican-led states to dismantle Save. This is the flagship income-driven repayment…
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Trump Says That You Are the Problem
Donald Trump recently spoke in Pennsylvania for the launch of the“affordability tour.” In the speech he revealed far more about his political strategy and its weaknesses, than about any actual…
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Trump announces $11 billion tariff relief for farmers
President Donald Trump unveiled an $11 billion relief package designed to cushion American farmers from the economic fallout of his tariff policies. The move seeks to ease mounting pressure on…
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Zelensky rules out ceding land to Russia, refusing to bow to Putin or Trump
President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered one of his strongest rejections but a central element in President Donald Trump’s emerging peace proposal. The surrender of Ukrainian territory to Russia. Speaking after meetings…
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Is US Friend-Shoring in Reverse?
Introduction Calls to “bring manufacturing home” have echoed across American politics for generations. Yet, the push has intensified in recent years as geopolitical tensions rise and global supply chains feel…
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The World Cup has always been about politics
The author reflects on how the 2026 World Cup will begin to take shape. This as leaders from the United States, Mexico, and Canada gather for the official tournament draw.…