Tag: foreign
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The Sweet Deal Threatened: Can AriZona’s 99-Cent Iced Tea Endure the Storm of Tariffs?
The Sweet Deal Threatened: Can AriZona’s 99-Cent Iced Tea Endure the Storm of Tariffs? A half-century-old legacy of affordability faces its most significant challenge as a proposed 50% tariff on imported aluminum casts a long shadow over the iconic beverage. For nearly thirty years, AriZona Iced Tea has been more than just a drink; it’s…
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Echoes of Extravagance: Why America Still Dreams of (and Debates) the Gilded Age
Echoes of Extravagance: Why America Still Dreams of (and Debates) the Gilded Age Julian Fellowes’ lavish television drama and Donald Trump’s nostalgic pronouncements reveal a persistent, and perhaps perilous, fascination with America’s era of booming wealth and stark inequality. The twilight of August 2025 finds a nation grappling with its identity, much as it did…
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Washington’s Tech Tithe: How AI Chip Giants Will Fund the U.S. coffers from China’s Market
Washington’s Tech Tithe: How AI Chip Giants Will Fund the U.S. coffers from China’s Market An unprecedented agreement sees Nvidia and AMD sharing a slice of their lucrative Chinese sales with the U.S. government, a move that could reshape global tech economics and national security. In a move that has sent ripples through the technology…
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The Shadow of the Kim Dynasty: North Korea’s Enigmatic Heir Apparent Steps into the Spotlight
The Shadow of the Kim Dynasty: North Korea’s Enigmatic Heir Apparent Steps into the Spotlight As the world watches the geopolitical chessboard, the rise of a new leader in Pyongyang casts a long and potentially destabilizing shadow. The frigid winds of international diplomacy are often buffeted by the unpredictable currents emanating from the Korean Peninsula.…
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The Unseen Scars: How Vaccine Misinformation Fueled a Deadly Attack at the CDC
The Unseen Scars: How Vaccine Misinformation Fueled a Deadly Attack at the CDC A nation grapples with the tragic fallout of conspiracy and the targeting of public health Atlanta, GA – In a chilling incident that sent shockwaves through the nation, a gunman opened fire at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters…
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Europe’s Unease: A Continent on the Sidelines as Giants Collide
Europe’s Unease: A Continent on the Sidelines as Giants Collide The specter of a Trump-Putin pact hangs heavy, leaving Kyiv and its European partners bracing for an imposed reality. As the world’s attention inevitably fixates on the anticipated summit between former President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir V. Putin, a palpable unease is spreading…
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Gaza’s Unseen Hunger: A Desperate Race for Cash to Feed the Starving
Gaza’s Unseen Hunger: A Desperate Race for Cash to Feed the Starving Amidst war’s devastation, a crippling cash shortage forces Gazans to pay exorbitant fees for the meager funds needed to buy food, pushing many to the brink of starvation. The omnipresent specter of hunger in Gaza is no longer a silent threat; it’s a…
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A Desperate Gambit: Europe’s Failed Push for Peace in Gaza
A Desperate Gambit: Europe’s Failed Push for Peace in Gaza How Starmer, Macron, and Merz’s Bold Diplomatic Offensive Collided with Netanyahu’s Unwavering Resolve The images were stark, undeniable, and increasingly difficult for Western capitals to ignore. Scrolling feeds plastered with the emaciated faces of children in Gaza, juxtaposed with drone footage of Israel’s burgeoning settlement…
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The Digital Fountain of Youth: How Technology is Rewiring the Aging Brain for the Better
The Digital Fountain of Youth: How Technology is Rewiring the Aging Brain for the Better As teens face concerns over digital overuse, a surprising paradox emerges: the very devices criticized for hindering young minds may be unlocking cognitive potential in older adults. In an era where the glow of screens is as ubiquitous as the…
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The Crossroads of Europe: Trump, Putin, and the Fate of Ukraine Hang in the Balance
The Crossroads of Europe: Trump, Putin, and the Fate of Ukraine Hang in the Balance As a pivotal summit looms, contrasting agendas threaten to reshape global alliances and dictate the future of Eastern Europe. The world watches with bated breath as President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia prepares to meet with former President Donald J.…