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3 Million Epstein Files Released, But Key Questions Remain
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3 Million Epstein Files Released, But Key Questions Remain

The DOJ released 3 million pages of Epstein documents revealing communications with royalty and politicians, but the identities of alleged abusers remain hidden behind redactions and missing evidence.

Five Eyes Alliance Shows Cracks as Canada and UK Court China
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Five Eyes Alliance Shows Cracks as Canada and UK Court China

Canadian PM Mark Carney and UK's Keir Starmer signal willingness to reset China relations, challenging traditional Western intelligence alliance unity amid Trump uncertainty.

Credit Card Rates Hit 20%+ as Trump Proposes 10% Cap
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Credit Card Rates Hit 20%+ as Trump Proposes 10% Cap

US credit card rates reached a record 20.97% as Americans owe $1.23 trillion in debt. Trump's 10% rate cap proposal divides experts on consumer impact.

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US Captures 60% of Europe's LNG Market as Energy Map Reshuffles
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US Captures 60% of Europe's LNG Market as Energy Map Reshuffles

America's share of European LNG imports surged to 60% in January, marking a dramatic shift from Russian dependence. This energy realignment carries profound implications for global markets and geopolitical power dynamics.

Kim Ju Ae: Heir Apparent or Strategic Legitimacy Asset?
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Kim Ju Ae: Heir Apparent or Strategic Legitimacy Asset?

Kim Jong Un's daughter's public appearances may signal less about succession and more about North Korea's strategy to manage power transitions through bloodline legitimacy.

Amazon Seeks 2-Year Extension for Satellite Deployment Deadline
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Amazon Seeks 2-Year Extension for Satellite Deployment Deadline

Amazon requests FCC extension to deploy 1,600 satellites by 2028 instead of 2026, citing rocket shortages. Can it catch up to SpaceX's Starlink dominance?

Why Microsoft Banned Jeffrey Epstein From Xbox Live
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Why Microsoft Banned Jeffrey Epstein From Xbox Live

Microsoft permanently suspended Jeffrey Epstein from Xbox Live in 2013 due to sex offender status, revealing broader tech platform policies on criminal records and user safety.

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The $8 Billion Detour: How China's Exports Found New Routes Despite Trump's Tariffs
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The $8 Billion Detour: How China's Exports Found New Routes Despite Trump's Tariffs

Despite record-high tariffs, $8 billion in Chinese goods reached the US through Vietnam in 2025. This reveals the complex reality of trade wars and supply chain adaptation.

Chinese Battery Firms Find New Route to US Market
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Chinese Battery Firms Find New Route to US Market

NeoVolta's joint venture with China's PotisEdge shows how Chinese companies are adapting to US tech restrictions while tapping into America's growing grid storage market.

End of an Era: a16z's Diversity Champion Exits as Tech Rethinks DEI
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End of an Era: a16z's Diversity Champion Exits as Tech Rethinks DEI

Kofi Ampadu leaves a16z as TxO program winds down, signaling broader shift in Silicon Valley's approach to diversity investing

Markets Are Getting Tired of Trump Drama
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Markets Are Getting Tired of Trump Drama

From Venezuela invasion to Fed chair investigation to European tariffs, investors are responding with surprising calm to events that would have triggered market chaos in the past. What does this Trump fatigue reveal?

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Fed Official Says Rate Cuts Are Over - Markets Disagree
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Fed Official Says Rate Cuts Are Over - Markets Disagree

Dallas Fed's Musalem declares policy neutral, suggesting pause in rate cuts. But markets price in more cuts ahead. Who's reading the economy right?