America
Unexpected prospect of Russian gas revival via Nord Stream 2
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An American businessman has asked US officials to allow bidding on the Nord Stream 2 pipeline if it is auctioned off in a Swiss bankruptcy court.
World last week: China discovered a new giant gold mine
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Discovery of a giant gold mine in China, India's second richest billionaire accused of bribery, fraud... are notable news of the past week.
EU suffers bitter consequences from new US sanctions on Russia
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The latest US sanctions on Russia will affect the European Union (EU), according to experts.
Migrants flock to US border before Trump takes office
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Thousands of migrants hope to reach and cross the US border before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
Donald Trump's Proposal to Dissolve the US Department of Education
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Like many conservative politicians before him, Donald Trump has called for the complete dissolution of the US Department of Education.
Vietnam receives 5 T-6C training aircraft from the US
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On the afternoon of November 21, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed the press about receiving T-6C training aircraft from the US.
US and Europe disagree over cable break near Nord Stream
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Regarding the cable break near Nord Stream, European officials said it was an act of sabotage while the US side said it was just an accident.
US temporarily closes embassy in Ukraine over fears of airstrikes
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The US Embassy in Kiev, Ukraine, warned of the risk of air strikes and was temporarily closed on November 20.
Mr. Trump nominates 3 more personnel for new term
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Mr. Donald Trump appointed 3 more personnel for his second term as US president, including the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of Education.
Russia warns of a complete change in the nature of the Ukraine conflict
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Russia sternly warns the US and its allies about information allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles to attack Russia.
Investing in sovereign AI, Europe wants to reduce dependence on the US
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European tech companies are investing heavily in sovereign AI to increase their technological and data autonomy.
US allows Ukraine to attack Russia with long-range missiles
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US President Joe Biden has for the first time allowed Ukraine to use long-range missiles provided by the US to attack Russian territory.
Pair of ancient Chinese vases auctioned for over $12 million
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Two carp-patterned porcelain vases from the Ming Dynasty (China) sold for $12.5 million at an auction, nine times the initial estimate.
Another plot to assassinate Donald Trump
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On November 8, the US Department of Justice announced federal charges of a plot to assassinate Donald Trump that was thwarted before the 2024 US presidential election, CNN reported.
Israel strikes Lebanon, U.S. ceasefire fails
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Lebanon was attacked by Israeli aircraft on 6 November, killing 40 and wounding 53 around the city of Baalbek in the Bekaa Valley.