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Efforts to increase disclosure of political fundraising could affect Freedom 250, the group behind America's 250th birthday event linked to former President Trump.
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Malaysia has achieved a 10% US tariff rate under Section 301 of the US Trade Act, positioning it ahead of several Southeast Asian countries, though economists caution this advantage depends on ongoing trade reforms.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 9:05 AM
world
Investment in Hong Kong’s commercial real estate has surged, driven by strong demand in the student housing sector amid a sharp increase in non-local student admissions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 8:53 AM
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Panasonic and other manufacturers struggle to meet recycling targets amid weak recovery economics and infrastructure hurdles.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 7:36 AM![The National Guard State Partnership Program is increasing understanding between African countries and the United States, the president of Senegal said here Sept. 19. “Each country can learn something from another,” President Abdoulaye Wade said in an interview here at the end of a two-day visit to Vermont. “The National Guard … will know better Africa, because to know a country is to know the people. You should have contact with the people. “We have invited the National Guard to Senegal. At any time, they would be welcome.” The West African country is paired with Vermont in the almost 20-year-old, 62-nation National Guard State Partnership Program. The SPP initially focused primarily on former Soviet Bloc countries after the collapse of the Soviet Union. It has expanded into Africa with the establishment of U.S. Africa Command and Defense Department emphasis on building partnership capacity. Wade’s visit here en route to the United Nations in New York included cultural visits and meetings with Vermont Gov. Jim Douglas; Air Force Maj. Gen. Michael Dubie, the Adjutant General of the Vermont National Guard; and other elected and appointed state and local leaders, business executives and private citizens. It was Wade’s second visit to the United States and his first to his nation’s partner state. “I did not know where was Vermont,” Wade said, speaking in English, a second language after his native French, the official language stemming from 19th century French colonization. Senegal gained independence in 1960. “I am very, very happy to be here,” Wade said. “I regret only to have not been here before. … Now I think that beyond the [official partnership], we have an opportunity to establish relations between the Vermont private sector and Senegalese private sector.” The SPP has enriched Wade’s understanding of the United States, he said. “Generally, … we talk only to the federal people,” he said. “I had the opportunity to meet the governor. … I met also the mayor [of Burlington] and the [state legislative] representatives. “From this … I note that the officials of Vermont are very interested in knowing more about Senegal and to establish very good cooperation.” The warmth of Vermont Guardmembers and civilians, the green landscape and the prosperity of the 200,000-plus resident area were all striking to Wade, who quizzed civic leaders about the state’s economic model. “I was wondering how [this] number of people … could create this city which has the same level of development as the great cities of the states,” Wade said. Leaders explained the contribution of business, services and tourism to Vermont’s quality of life, Wade said. “I’m sure that coming back to my country I’ll take benefits from this short experience,” he said. Ambassadors have said that one of the benefits of the SPP – one program among combatant command and State Department tools – is that it establishes long-term relationships at the more personal state level, giving partner nations a better understanding of the United States. An individual state with one or two partnerships can develop closer relations than at the federal level, where government must juggle contacts with 193 sovereign states and additional states with de facto or emerging sovereignty. Vermont’s relationship with Senegal started as a purely military-to-military partnership that Wade characterized as very strong and based on mutual cooperation. Until the partnership’s establishment, the president was unaware of the American National Guard. “This was for me a surprise,” he said. “I did not know that the governor had the National Guard. … I was very impressed by the people. … I was impressed by the presence of women in this army, and the size of [the Guard’s] … military capacity. Senegal’s army will really benefit from cooperation with the [Vermont] National Guard.” Since it’s pairing with Vermont, the Senegalese military has introduced females into the noncommissioned officer ranks and also increased the profile of NCOs, for example by including NCOs in leadership meetings they previously were not invited to attend. The Vermont National Guard has contributed training and experience to Senegal’s army, Wade said. Among the president’s goals, with which he said the SPP can help, are: “First of all, the strengthening of the cooperation with our army,” he said. “We need many things. We need arms, we need trucks … we need training of our soldiers. We need also cooperation between the two armies for military exercises.” Wade also expressed interest in sending members of the Senegalese armed forces to U.S. military schools, and in pilot training. The president wants to improve the education of all Senegalese, he said. “Education is the most important thing we have to do,” he said. “It’s the basis of development. Senegal is the one country in the world that spends 40 percent of its budget on education. … This is to win long-term development.” That level of education spending might not be sustainable because of the need to invest in health and other sectors, he said. The president said he is interested in developing exchanges between Vermont professors and students and their Senegalese counterparts: academic researchers and medical assistance provider and educators. “I believe in research,” Wade said, especially related to agriculture, industry and production. Wade wants to establish stronger relations between Senegal’s emerging private sector and the United States, and increase Senegalese exports and U.S. business investment. The president talked with Vermont leaders about the African Growth and Opportunity Act, a decade-old U.S. initiative that offers tangible incentives to African countries to continue opening their national economies to the world at large and building free markets. Although Senegal is included, “We have not exported to the United States because … the state of our economy do not allow us,” Wade said. “We have not the capacity. … I call Americans … to come to Senegal, to invest in Senegal, to benefit from the AGOA advantages given by their own government.” Wade invited Vermont business leaders to visit Senegal, which he called “the jewel of Africa.” Senegal is also the African country geographically closest to the United States, being merely a seven-hour flight to the capital city of Dakar. Unlike many African nations, Senegal has a convertible currency pegged to the Euro, Wade said. It is a member of the 15-nation, 300-million population Economic Community of West African States. A 94-percent Muslim nation, Senegal, is one of the most stable democracies in Africa, according to the CIA World Factbook. To learn more about U.S. Army Africa visit our official website at <a href=" http://www.usaraf.army.mil " rel="nofollow">www.usaraf.army.mil</a> Official Twitter Feed: <a href=" https://twitter.com/usarmyafrica " rel="nofollow">www.twitter.com/usarmyafrica</a> Official YouTube video channel: <a href=" https://www.youtube.com/usarmyafrica " rel="nofollow">www.youtube.com/usarmyafrica</a>](/assets/images/2026-07-27T07-16-36-471Z-senegal-s-president-bassirou-diomaye-faye-launches-new-political-party-deepening-wikimedia-480.webp)
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The creation of the Republican Patriots party marks a clear split between President Faye and his former ally, Ousmane Sonko, ahead of the 2029 presidential election.
Africanews | Jul 27, 2026, 7:16 AM
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Leading Democrats dismiss reported frictions with Democratic Socialists of America as the party prepares for the upcoming midterms.
Washington Times News | Jul 27, 2026, 3:47 AM
politics
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries launched the final 100-day campaign sprint ahead of the midterms, focusing on lowering living costs and reclaiming Congress for Democrats.
The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 2:17 AM
politics
Following revelations of thousands of noncitizens mistakenly registered to vote in New Jersey, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries addressed the issue while criticizing Republican strategies.
Daily Caller | Jul 27, 2026, 2:07 AM
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Sanders says he urged Platner to withdraw after allegations surfaced but stands by his initial endorsement.
Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 1:14 AM
world
Jacinta Allan refuses to step aside despite factional power brokers indicating she lacks majority caucus support, signaling a potential contested leadership ballot within Victoria's Labor Party.
ABC Australia News | Jul 27, 2026, 1:13 AM
politics
Megan Romer of the Democratic Socialists of America highlights growing voter discontent with mainstream Democrats amid rising progressive victories.
The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 12:33 AM
politics
Scott Gottlieb highlights ongoing challenges in managing the cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 12:07 AM
world
High winds continue to drive wildfires near Bordeaux in France and across Spain, leading to ongoing evacuations and warnings from government officials.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 26, 2026, 11:20 PM
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After losing her leg in a Russian attack, 10-year-old Sasha Paskal returns to rhythmic gymnastics and advocates for children affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
UN News | Jul 26, 2026, 10:39 PM
politics
Sheinelle Jones discusses writing her book 'Through Mom's Eyes' during her husband Uche’s cancer fight and her emotional return to the TODAY Show.
NBC Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 10:29 PM
politics
Sen. John Kennedy supports ongoing strikes and blockade against Iran, while Maine Democrats nominate Troy Jackson for Senate; Trump administration grapples with cyclospora outbreaks amid midterm election forecasts.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 10:14 PM
world
Mediation efforts between Iran and the US continue amid ongoing disruptions in key maritime corridors and significant impacts on Iran’s energy sector.
Al Jazeera | Jul 26, 2026, 10:09 PM
global-institutions
Palestinian dialysis patients in Gaza face arduous travel by donkey cart to reach limited-capacity hospitals, reflecting broader challenges in the war-affected health system.
UN News | Jul 26, 2026, 9:32 PM
politics
Experts criticize the federal response to a cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce from Mexico, highlighting a lack of clear leadership and confusing messaging.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 10:51 AM
global-institutions
Thousands of women and girls in Venezuela continue to struggle accessing essential reproductive and protection services following devastating twin earthquakes.
UN News | Jul 26, 2026, 10:45 AM
politics
Ahead of the 2026 homeless count release, Mayor Bass cites federal and state budget cuts as key factors impacting homelessness in Los Angeles.
Daily Caller | Jul 26, 2026, 10:39 AM
general
Following President Trump's approval of a law terminating six decades of federal funding, public TV and radio stations across the U.S. are navigating a period of innovation and uncertainty.
NPR News | Jul 26, 2026, 10:25 AM
politics
Recent tariffs announced by President Trump, including a 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods, are drawing criticism and may impact Republican candidates as Democrats highlight economic consequences.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 9:18 AM
politics
The 1st U.S. Circuit of Appeals rejected the Trump administration’s appeal to enforce stricter mail-in voting rules ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 9:18 AM