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US Politics

Merz insists on Vertrauensfrage over Scholz ahead of Trump engagement

CDU leader Friedrich Merz has urged Chancellor Olaf Scholz to initiate a confidence vote to pave the way for snap elections, according to Spiegel and DIE ZEIT.

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Economy

Janet Yellen inducted into Women’s Hall of Fame

Janet Yellen, the first woman to lead the Federal Reserve and serve as U.S. Treasury secretary, is set to be inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in 2026. Yellen said the honor makes her feel 'part of that story' of women’s progress in America.

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Líderes

Rey Carlos recuerda a Trump que es jefe de estado de Canadá

El rey Carlos recordó de forma amable al presidente estadounidense Donald Trump que es jefe de estado de Canadá durante un discurso en la Casa Blanca.

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Staatschefs

König Charles erinnert Trump spielerisch an Rolle als Canadas Staatsoberhaupt

König Charles erinnerte US-Präsident Donald Trump spielerisch an seine Rolle als Staatsoberhaupt Kanadas während eines Vortrags im Weißen Haus.

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Diplomatie & Handel

Ölpreise steigen auf 126 Dollar – Trump warnt vor monatelangem Iran-Embargo

Die Ölpreise stiegen auf über 126 Dollar je Barrel, nachdem US-Präsident Donald Trump ein monatelanges Seeblockade-Szenario gegen Iran andeutete. Der Handel fürchten eine langfristige Störung der Ölversorgung durch den Hormuz-Streifen.

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US-Politik

FCC ermittelt gegen ‘The View’ – Trump-Kontroverse

Die US-Fernsehshow 'The View' wird von der FCC untersucht. Grund sind Beschwerden von Präsident Donald Trump.

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Middle East

Israel Destroys Southern Lebanon Towns, Mirroring Gaza

Israeli forces have been systematically destroying towns and villages in southern Lebanon, mirroring the devastation seen in Gaza. The Israeli military has published videos showing controlled demolitions of entire neighborhoods, according to NPR.

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Leaders

King Charles playfully reminds Trump of Canada’s head of state role

King Charles playfully reminded U.S. President Donald Trump of his role as Canada’s head of state during a speech at the White House. According to Radio-Canada, the remarks were made during an official state banquet in Washington.

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US Politics

FCC probes ‘The View’ amid Trump-era controversy

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is investigating ABC's 'The View' following complaints by President Donald Trump, according to Spiegel. The probe centers on whether the show violated the Equal Time Rule during a recent guest appearance by a Democratic candidate.

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Diplomacy & Trade

Trump warns Iran blockade could last ‘months’ as oil prices hit $126

Oil prices surged past $126 a barrel as U.S. President Donald Trump warned the naval blockade of Iranian ports could last 'months if needed,' spooking global markets and raising fears of a prolonged disruption to oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

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AI

Seven Lawsuits Filed Against OpenAI by Canada Mass-Shooting Victims’ Families

Seven families of victims from a mass shooting in Canada have filed lawsuits against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in a California court. They accuse the company of failing to alert authorities about the shooter's troubling interactions with ChatGPT, according to the BBC.

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Politik & Recht

Tupac-Familie klagt wegen fahrlässiger Tötung an

Die Familie des verstorbenen Rappers Tupac Shakur hat in Los Angeles eine Klage wegen fahrlässiger Tötung angemeldet. Ziel ist es, Schadensersatz für den Mord an dem Künstler im Jahr 1996 zu erwirken.

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Energie & Rohstoffe

Ölpreis steigt auf über 118 Dollar nach Berichten über ‘ausgedehnten’ Iran-Embargo

Der Ölpreis ist gestiegen, nachdem der US-Präsident Donald Trump angekündigt hat, das Embargo gegen den Iran auszudehnen, berichtet die BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

Former US officials criticise Pentagon silence on deadly Iran school attack

Five former US officials, including a retired military lawyer, have criticized the Pentagon for not acknowledging potential American involvement in a deadly strike on an Iranian school earlier this year. According to the BBC, the lack of transparency is unusual compared to past incidents.

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US Politics

Supreme Court Limits Race in Electoral Maps

The US Supreme Court limited the ability of lawmakers to consider race when drawing voting maps, in a 6-3 decision that could reshape politics in the American south, according to the BBC.

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