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End of an era? Germany in disarray as US scolds staunchest European ally
Washington’s message at Munich security conference sends shockwaves through transatlantic allianceFinancial Times - 4d -
As the US walks away, Europe needs to step up for Ukraine. But does it have the will?
Russia is relying on strength of numbers, and Putin may not honour a peace deal. After three years of Russia’s attempt to occupy and annex Ukraine, the country continues to put up a fierce ...The Guardian - 4d -
Donald Trump has become master of the US Senate | Sidney Blumenthal
By voting in favor of nominees they knew should never be approved, Republican senators became Trump’s subjects. First, before Elon Musk came for everyone, Donald Trump came for the US Senate. When ...The Guardian - 4d -
Netanyahu says Israel working closely with US on Trump’s plan for Gaza
Israeli PM and US secretary of state express joint support for ‘bold vision’ that would force 2 million people to leave. Benjamin Netanyahu has said his government is working closely with the US to ...The Guardian - 4d -
Flash floods pummel South as massive storm batters eastern US
A sprawling storm pounded the Southeast leading to intense flash flooding. Nearly half a million people across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia are experiencing power outages. NBC’s ...NBC News - 4d -
The US must play to its strengths to compete with China in Latin America
Washington can no longer afford to stand idleFinancial Times - 4d -
Three fights in first nine seconds as US beat Canada
A 4 Nations game between the USA and Canada descends into chaos with three fights breaking out between players in the first nine seconds.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Lewis Carroll collection given to his Oxford college in surprise US donation
Exclusive: Christ Church college taken aback to receive hundreds of the author’s letters, photos and rare items. Thousands of letters, photographs, illustrations and books from one of the world’s ...The Guardian - 4d -
Trump steel tariffs negative for both UK and US, says Reynolds
US President Donald Trump is set to impose 25% taxes on steel entering the country "without exceptions".BBC News - 4d -
The US could ditch the penny: What happened when Canada did it?
Canada did away with its one-cent coin more than a decade ago. It could offer insight into what the U.S. may be on the verge of doing.The Hill - 4d -
‘The US is ready to hand Russia a win’: newspapers on Europe’s Trump shock
European papers express deep alarm at declaration of an ‘ideological war’, while the NYT says Putin may soon ‘realise his dream’. This year’s Munich security conference exposed the chasm in core ...The Guardian - 4d -
US scientists warn ‘critical work’ at risk from further Trump cuts
AAAS chief says more disruption risks undermining crucial healthcare and research, ahead of next month’s fiscal billFinancial Times - 4d -
Zelenskyy says Russia will ‘wage war on Nato’ if US support for Ukraine wanes
Ukrainian president tells NBC’s Meet the Press that Putin’s next targets may be Poland and Lithuania. Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday predicted Russia would “wage war against Nato” if the US ...The Guardian - 4d -
A strong Canada is good for the US — Americans should welcome Canadian nationalism
A nationalist Canada is not a Canada that resents the U.S. — it is one that understands its own value in the world and strengthens North America by standing confidently on its own feet.The Hill - 4d -
Macron convenes European leaders for Ukraine summit amid tension with US
Paris meeting aims to devise action plan for Ukraine’s future as US and Russian delegates prepare to meet. The sudden transatlantic chasm over Ukraine will be laid bare on Monday when US officials ...The Guardian - 4d -
Ukraine not invited to US-Russia peace talks, source tells BBC
A Ukrainian government source told the BBC Kyiv would not be present at the proposed peace talks.BBC News - 3d -
Europe scrambles to respond as US and Russia prepare for Ukraine peace talks
France to host emergency meeting as Washington and Moscow start negotiationsFinancial Times - 3d -
US and European energy groups at risk from uranium supply crunch
Metal used to power reactors faces shortages as demand for nuclear power risesFinancial Times - 3d -
US companies falling behind on loans at fastest pace in almost a decade
Experts warn tariffs and stubbornly high interest rates could worsen debt distress in 2025Financial Times - 3d -
Tell us: What's the best bumper sticker you've seen in L.A.?
Hit the road in L.A., and you're likely to spot a cheeky bumper sticker … or 17. Do you have a favorite? We want to hear from you!Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Trump appeals to Supreme Court over firing of US agency boss
The leader of an independent whistleblowing agency sued after he was fired by email this month.BBC News - 3d -
US-Russia talks to end war in Ukraine begin Tuesday in Saudi Arabia
Top officials from the United States and Russian will hold talks in Saudi Arabia toward ending the war in Ukraine on Tuesday, as the Trump administration seeks to negotiate an end to the nearly ...The Hill - 3d -
US judges are the last line of resistance against Donald Trump
The president’s radical policies are increasingly being stalled or blocked by the courtsFinancial Times - 3d -
China berates US for changing state department language on Taiwan
US state department last week removed line from fact sheet saying ‘We do not support Taiwan independence’. China has called on the United States to “correct its mistakes” after a statement that ...The Guardian - 3d -
What to Know About VAT, the Tax System Used in Europe That Trump Despises
The president says the VAT system used across Europe gives other countries unfair trade advantages. Here’s how the system started.The New York Times - 3d -
Europe tries to shore up fragile unity as it realises it cannot rely on US
Leaders attend Paris summit for urgent talks on Ukraine after week that showed how far values have diverged. Europe live – latest updates They came smiling, but the task was immense. After ...The Guardian - 3d -
The Guardian view on the US, China and the rest: Trump is opening doors for Xi | Editorial
The US president’s bullying of allies and partners is short-termist and will boost Beijing’s power, not Washington’s. Donald Trump’s return to the White House is so far proving more nightmarish for ...The Guardian - 3d -
Meta plans to link US and India with world’s longest undersea cable project
Project Waterworth, which involves cable longer than Earth’s circumference, to also reach South Africa and Brazil. Meta has announced plans to build the world’s longest underwater cable project, ...The Guardian - 2d -
WATCH: Demonstrators protest mass government layoffs outside of US Capitol
ABC News' Jay O'Brien reports from the protests outside of the U.S. Capitol building as the Trump administration and DOGE begin mass government layoffs.ABC News - 3d -
Brandon Sklenar on Season 2 of "1923" and "It Ends With Us" core message
In "1923" Season 2, Brandon Sklenar's character, Spencer Dutton, faces even darker challenges and an emotional finale.CBS News - 2d -
Graham: 'Very little appetite' for US to take over Gaza
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said Monday he thinks there's "very little appetite" among Americans for a U.S. takeover of Gaza. “One thing I will say, there's very little appetite that I've seen in ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump opponents use Presidents Day to protest his policies across the country
Opponents of President Trump are using the Presidents Day holiday to protest his policies, with demonstrations taking place in cities across the country. Protesters rallied on Feb. 17 to declare ...The Hill - 2d -
US energy secretary says Australia should ‘get in the game of supplying uranium’
Chris Wright also tells conservative conference Australia developing shale gas would be a ‘tremendous resource’ – despite Australia already being one of the world largest producers and exporters of ...The Guardian - 2d -
US ‘backstop’ vital to deter future Russian attacks on Ukraine, says Starmer
British prime minister says force would need protections such as air cover that only US can provide . Keir Starmer has urged Donald Trump to provide a US “backstop” to a European peacekeeping force ...The Guardian - 2d -
Barcelona’s Flick backs VAR use in controversial win over Rayo Vallecano
The Barcelona manager Hansi Flick defended the use of the video assistant referees (VAR) after Rayo Vallecano were left fuming over a number of controversial decisions during Monday’s match in La ...The Guardian - 2d -
Modi-Trump energy pledge signals bonanza for US gas exporters
Indian companies make clear demand for fresh supplies in world’s fastest-growing major economyFinancial Times - 2d -
US government tries to rehire nuclear staff it fired days ago
It is having problems contacting people who were fired in Trump's blitz to shrink the federal workforce.BBC News - 2d -
Beyond the Possible: How AbbVie Uses Technology to Transform Medicines for Patients
AbbVie is using innovative technologies like AI, wearables and automation to speed up drug discovery, clinical trials, and manufacturing – all to deliver better medicines faster.CBS News - 2d -
US-Russia talks spark European fears of Ukraine settlement on Putin’s terms
Trump’s concessions to Moscow have alarmed European and Ukrainian officialsFinancial Times - 2d -
FirstFT: US and Russia hold talks to end Ukraine war
Also in today’s newsletter, OpenAI considers ways to fend off hostile bids and Apple pushes into IndiaFinancial Times - 2d
