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Business leaders have thrown money at presidents before, but not like this

Business leaders have thrown money at presidents before, but not like this

Tech leaders, a new "oligarchy", donated heavily to Trump's inauguration, shifting support and potentially gaining relaxed regulation. This contrasts Biden's policies.

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants against Taliban leaders over persecution of women

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants against Taliban leaders over persecution of women

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Taliban leaders, including Akhundzada, for crimes against humanity due to persecution of women/girls in Afghanistan.

Hamas says Shiri Bibas and her children are dead. Many Israelis don't believe it

Hamas says Shiri Bibas and her children are dead. Many Israelis don't believe it

A mother & her 2 young, red-headed children were kidnapped by militants. They are among 94 hostages in Gaza. Their fate is unknown.

Trump blames Putin for Ukraine war continuing and wants to meet him 'soon'

Trump blames Putin for Ukraine war continuing and wants to meet him 'soon'

Trump seeks quick Putin talks for Ukraine ceasefire, blaming Russia for war. He urged China's help & threatened sanctions, met with backlash in Russia.

Trump orders release of JFK assassination documents

Trump orders release of JFK assassination documents

Trump ordered declassifying JFK, RFK & MLK assassination docs. Officials have 15 days to plan release. Many files remain secret, fueling conspiracy theories.

Record numbers of businesses in financial distress

Record numbers of businesses in financial distress

UK firms face record financial distress, up 50% in late 2024. Consumer confidence also drops. Businesses struggle with rising costs, weak demand.