Europe’s future depends on whether it can embrace hard power, says Germany’s Merz – POLITICO
“We are, in fact, a normative alternative to imperialism and autocracy in the world,” Merz said. “We have…
Trump Treasury Secretary’s ‘Skip Giving Toys’ Pitch Goes Awry
Scott Bessent, the multimillionaire treasury secretary, drew backlash on social media after suggesting that children should receive contributions…
How does US military build-up off Iran compare to the June 2025 strikes? | Infographic News
The United States is intensifying a military build-up off Iran that experts say could be an indicator that…
Man who squirted vinegar on Rep. Ilhan Omar is charged
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Justice Department has charged a man who squirted apple cider vinegar on Democratic U.S.…
Trade deficit soared 94% in November and was higher than a year ago, despite tariff efforts
A boat moves past a cargo ship with containers at a terminal of the Yantian port in Shenzhen,…
German leader hails Europe as an ‘alternative to imperialism and autocracy’
BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hailed the European Union on Thursday as an “alternative to imperialism…
‘Melania’ documentary, helmed by Brett Ratner, arrives amid turmoil
When Melania Trump showed up on movie screens in 2001, it was a joke. The former fashion model…
Trump’s Board of Peace plan stirs support for the United Nations
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — President Donald Trump’s latest attempt to sidestep the United Nations through his new Board…
FBI’s Georgia raid highlights Trump’s obsession with 2020 election
DENVER (AP) — Donald Trump lost his bid for reelection in 2020. But for more than five years,…
Chinese national who exposed human rights abuses is granted asylum in US
WASHINGTON (AP) — An immigration judge on Wednesday granted asylum to a Chinese national who he said had…
ICE and CBP crafting drawdown plan in Minnesota
Border czar Tom Homan speaks during a news conference about ongoing immigration enforcement operations, in Minneapolis, Jan. 29,…
Workers feel anxious as layoffs pile up and the job market stagnates
NEW YORK (AP) — As layoffs pile up, workers are feeling increasingly anxious about the job market. In…