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Oil prices jumped sharply after the US President ended the Iran ceasefire, with experts warning of faster supply disruptions if the conflict escalates and drags on.
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Ethereum’s Low Gas Fees Ease Usage but Cloud Its Burn-Driven Supply Narrative
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US Ambassador Warns of China’s Expanding Maritime Influence as Trump Targets Greenland
The US ambassador to the UK cautioned that China’s strategic control over global ports and shipping threatens international sovereignty, while Trump advocates for stronger US presence in Greenland.
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Fiat Topolino EV Arrives in the US as an Ultra-Compact, Low-Speed Vehicle
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US Conducts New Strikes on Iran Following White House Warning at NATO Summit
The US launched fresh airstrikes against Iranian targets hours after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, aiming to curb Tehran’s threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Texas Faces $56 Million Scam via Crypto Kiosks Amid Calls for Regulation
Last year, Texans lost nearly $57 million to scams exploiting cryptocurrency kiosks, prompting lawmakers to push for urgent regulatory measures to prevent further fraud.
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id Software’s Xbox Layoffs Halted Development of Ambitious New Game Concepts
Before recent layoffs slashed the studio’s workforce, id Software was exploring original projects including a John Wick-inspired shooter, a Perfect Dark reboot, and a sci-fi Western survival game.
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China Faces Intensifying Typhoon Threat Amid Rising Climate Challenges
China confronts escalating typhoon activity and severe weather events as climate shifts increase storm frequency, testing the country's disaster response and infrastructure resilience.
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Meta sparks controversy with AI tool using public Instagram photos without clear consent
Meta’s new AI-driven image generator uses public Instagram profile pictures without explicit user consent, raising privacy and ethical concerns from advocates and watchdogs.
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Trump Signals US May Escalate Military Action Against Iran Following Ceasefire Breakdown
After recent Iranian attacks on commercial shipping, President Trump warned of further US strikes, declaring the ceasefire over while leaving room for continued negotiations.