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Global Politics Today: Rising Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Adjustments
October 30, 2024 — Global political and economic dynamics remain in flux, with growing challenges on several fronts. The U.S. continues to bolster its intelligence and defense coordination in light…
G7 leaders pledge to stand with Ukraine ‘for as long as it takes’
The Group of Seven (G7) leaders began Monday’s session of their three-day summit in the Bavarian Alps in Germany with a focus on Ukraine, and were joined by video link with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The…
UK approves US extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange
The Wikileaks founder faces 175 years in prison. The Home Office says…
G7 leaders pledge to stand with Ukraine ‘for as long as it takes’
The Group of Seven (G7) leaders began Monday’s session of their three-day summit in the Bavarian…
Thailand moves forward on civil unions
Country looks set to be first in Southeast Asia to recognise same-sex…
Taiwan rejects “one country, two systems” model
Taiwan rejects the "one country, two systems" model proposed by Beijing in…
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Croatia adopts euro, enters borderless Europe
The Balkan nation bids farewell to its kuna currency as it enters Europe’s passport-free Schengen zone. Croatia has switched to the…