Energy Prices Rise Despite Trump’s Campaign Promise to Halve Costs
A year and a half into President Trump’s second term, both gasoline and electricity prices have increased, contrary to his pledge to reduce energy costs by 50 percent.
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A year and a half into President Trump’s second term, both gasoline and electricity prices have increased, contrary to his pledge to reduce energy costs by 50 percent.
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Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to 18 months in prison, suspended for three years, for making false statements during his 2022 presidential campaign, a verdict that could impact his party's election funding.
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China is rapidly emerging as a global AI competitor, with startups launching advanced models and securing significant investments.
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Newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces the challenge of balancing his China-friendly instincts with Britain's strategic dependence on the United States.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 26, 2026, 8:35 AM
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Amid escalating violence and shifting alliances in Mali, the U.S. weighs military action against al Qaeda-linked terrorists threatening regional stability.
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Mohammed Shahabuddin, a former ally of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, steps down halfway through his term, intensifying Hasina's isolation as she plans to return from exile.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 24, 2026, 7:32 AM
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The tariffs, ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent, target dozens of countries amid controversy over their legal basis and economic impact.
Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 5:14 AM
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The Trump administration enacts fresh tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on major US trading partners and others, citing forced labor concerns and economic protectionism.
Guardian US | Jul 24, 2026, 3:58 AM
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New tariffs of up to 12.5% will target goods from trading partners accused of not adequately addressing forced labor, extending existing trade measures.
CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 10:31 PM
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Donald Trump announced the expansion of the voluntary Ratepayer Protection Pledge, aiming to prevent US consumers from bearing the energy costs of AI datacenter growth, amid criticism over its effectiveness.
Guardian US | Jul 23, 2026, 9:31 PM
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The 30-year nuclear cooperation agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia raises concerns about a potential Middle East nuclear arms race and regional instability.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 6:30 PM
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Chinese AI platforms are rapidly catching up to US counterparts, with new models rivaling top US technology and prompting shifts in investor strategies amid rising tensions.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 23, 2026, 10:54 AM
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With Antonio Guterres concluding his second term on December 31, 2026, six candidates vie to lead the UN amid calls for reform and financial challenges.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 23, 2026, 1:32 AM
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Mary Lovely warns that increased car production in America due to tariffs may not translate into more jobs because of automation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 12:44 AM
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Speaker Mike Johnson pushes the SAVE America Act through the House by including it in a $95 billion budget bill, overcoming Democratic opposition and internal GOP dissent.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 9:42 PM
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President Donald Trump will unveil an expanded pledge to protect U.S. households from rising electricity costs linked to data center growth driven by artificial intelligence demand.
CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 5:38 PM
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US President Donald Trump vows to destroy an Iranian bridge or power plant after each attack on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating regional tensions and ongoing US air strikes.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 5:23 PM
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US President Donald Trump vows to destroy an Iranian bridge or power plant following attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating regional conflict and US military strikes.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 3:16 PM
business
Taiwan aims to strengthen its AI technology supply chain and address demographic challenges through robotics, emphasizing a civilian-oriented approach distinct from China’s military focus.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 11:02 AM
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The US continues military actions targeting Iran’s capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz, while President Trump threatens an attack on an underground nuclear facility.
BBC World | Jul 22, 2026, 4:34 AM
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China’s rapid rise in the electric vehicle sector challenges established automakers and offers a potential blueprint for emerging markets to develop their own EV industries.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 11:15 PM
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Judit Polgar, acclaimed as the greatest female chess player, has rejected Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar’s nomination to serve as president, citing the weight of uniting a divided nation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 20, 2026, 8:16 PMworld
US President Donald Trump praised reports that incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham could approve new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea, though Burnham has not confirmed such plans.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 19, 2026, 6:40 PMworld
The new facility aims to meet AI computing demands with renewable energy, producing up to 60 trillion tokens annually and improving power efficiency by over 60%.
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