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President Donald Trump orders 10% global tax
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On February 20, President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on all imports into the US after a Supreme Court ruling.
Gold prices rise, revealing the countries that buy and sell gold the most
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Amidst strong gold prices, China and Poland bought the most gold, and the Philippines sold the most.
Vietnam tops the promising destination for FDI in Asia in 2026
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Stepping into 2026, Vietnam continues to be assessed by international investors as one of the most attractive destinations in Asia for long-term investment capital.
Russia controls 8 more Ukrainian settlements in the past week
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In the week from February 14-20, Russian forces controlled 8 settlements in Sumy, Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk.
Trump's counterpart tax was rejected by the US Supreme Court
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On February 20, the US Supreme Court ruled that Mr. Trump had violated federal law by unilaterally imposing a global counterpart tax.
Russia declares to prosecute individuals in asset freezes
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The Kremlin issued a strong warning that all individuals and organizations involved in the seizure of Russian assets will face legal costs.
Unexpectedly, a day is 7 hours shorter than the night in the winter
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This year's winter solstice marks the time when daylight has narrowed to a record level, causing many places to lose more than 7 hours of light compared to the summer.
Ukraine's aid fuels EU farmers' outrage
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Farmers' protests in Brussels escalated as the EU summit was underway, with Ukraine's aid being the focus of controversy.
The mystery of the earthquake that caused the super earthquake in Japan to lift the seabed
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A discovery under the ocean floor shows a thin but weak layer of clay that "supported" the 2011 super earthquake and Tsunami in Japan.
Europe plans new financial support for Ukraine
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The European Union leader has chosen another financial solution to maintain support for Ukraine.
Russia warns European soldiers could be attacked if they reach Ukraine
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Russia continues to strongly opposes the plan to deploy European soldiers to Ukraine, warning that all foreign forces present will become legitimate targets.
EU plan to use illegally-held Russian assets
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After 16 hours of tense meetings overnight, the EU still could not reach a consensus on the plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.
Mr. Trump calls on Ukraine to soon reach a peace agreement
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The Trump appeal highlights the time pressure in negotiations to end the conflict.
Forecast of 2 consecutive low pressure areas causing heavy rain next week
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It is forecasted that two consecutive low pressure areas may appear that may cause heavy rain in the Philippines next week.
Russia's options in response to EU asset confiscation
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As the EU moves closer to using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, legal questions are increasingly raised.
Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure
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On December 18, Russian forces launched strikes targeting energy infrastructure serving the Ukrainian army.
Gold price future after double in just 2 years
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Although gold prices have doubled in just two years and are often a signal for a deep correction, gold prices are expected to continue to shine in the coming year.
Discovering where life may be hiding on the moon of Saturday
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A shocking study has just revealed that the Titan Moon possesses an ice environment identical to the Earth's poles and is a place where life can completely take shelter.
Warning of strange weather, from warm sunshine to big storm threatening Christmas holiday
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US - A major storm is hitting the northeast, causing extreme weather with heavy rain and strong winds before the cold air flows in, causing temperatures to drop sharply.
World 24h: Russia makes surprising comments about the Nord Stream investigation
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Latest world news 18.12: Forecast of potential low pressure before Christmas, causing widespread heavy rain; Russia makes surprising comments about the investigation into the Nord Stream case...
