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Second Fatal Shooting Splits Republicans on Trump's Immigration Crackdown
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Second Fatal Shooting Splits Republicans on Trump's Immigration Crackdown

ICE agent kills Minneapolis nurse, sparking federal-state showdown as even GOP governors question tactics. NRA breaks ranks with Trump administration

Gold Hits $5,100: Is This the End of Dollar Dominance?
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Gold Hits $5,100: Is This the End of Dollar Dominance?

Gold reaches record highs as geopolitical risks and de-dollarization trends challenge the US dollar's supremacy. What does this mean for global financial order?

China's Africa Lending Drops by Half: Strategy Shift or Economic Reality?
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China's Africa Lending Drops by Half: Strategy Shift or Economic Reality?

Chinese lending to Africa fell to $2.1 billion in 2024, down from $3.9 billion in 2023. Analysis of Beijing's strategic pivot from mega-infrastructure to targeted tech investments.

China's Consumption Revival Hinges on Silver Hair and Anime Fans
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China's Consumption Revival Hinges on Silver Hair and Anime Fans

HSBC analysis reveals China's 2026 consumption growth depends on senior wellness spending and young consumers' pop culture purchases, but policy support remains crucial

Two Rallies, One Nation: Australia's Identity Crisis
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Two Rallies, One Nation: Australia's Identity Crisis

On Australia Day 2026, opposing rallies revealed a nation divided between honoring Indigenous voices and anti-immigration sentiment. What does this say about modern Australia?

KOSDAQ Breaks 1,000 Barrier After 4 Years as KOSPI Hesitates Below 5,000
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KOSDAQ Breaks 1,000 Barrier After 4 Years as KOSPI Hesitates Below 5,000

South Korea's tech-heavy KOSDAQ surged 7% to break above 1,000 for the first time in over four years, while the main KOSPI retreated ahead of Fed decisions and geopolitical tensions.

China's Military Leadership Collapses in Unprecedented Purge
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China's Military Leadership Collapses in Unprecedented Purge

Xi Jinping's sudden arrest of top PLA commanders Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli leaves China's military in crisis, reducing the Central Military Commission to just two members.

Will TikTok Deal Actually Address America's Security Fears?
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Will TikTok Deal Actually Address America's Security Fears?

As TikTok faces forced sale pressure, we examine whether proposed deals can truly resolve US national security concerns and reshape the global tech landscape.

Xi's Military Purge Signals Power Consolidation Before Key 2025 Events
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Xi's Military Purge Signals Power Consolidation Before Key 2025 Events

China removes two top generals in disciplinary probe, highlighting Xi Jinping's tightening grip on military ahead of crucial political milestones in 2025.

Syria's 15-Day Ceasefire Extension: A Step Toward Peace or Tactical Pause?
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Syria's 15-Day Ceasefire Extension: A Step Toward Peace or Tactical Pause?

Syria extends ceasefire with SDF for 15 more days amid ongoing rebel fighting. Analyzing the implications for Middle East stability and the complex web of international interests at play.

Babar's Comeback: Pakistan's High-Stakes Cricket Gamble
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Babar's Comeback: Pakistan's High-Stakes Cricket Gamble

Pakistan recalls struggling Babar Azam for T20 World Cup amid political uncertainty. A deep dive into the selection dilemma between form and experience.

A Prime Minister's Final Journey: What Lee Hae-chan's Death Reveals About Korea's Political Legacy
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A Prime Minister's Final Journey: What Lee Hae-chan's Death Reveals About Korea's Political Legacy

Former PM Lee Hae-chan's sudden death in Vietnam highlights the ongoing influence of Korea's democratic transition leaders and their unfinished mission of peaceful unification.