Thailand-Cambodia, Zelenskiy, Mangione and pistachios
Thailand launches airstrikes into Cambodia and throws into question the Trump-brokered ceasefire. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says U.S. talks have not been easy. Luigi Mangione heads to court as prosecutors battle to keep key evidence in play. And Argentina bets on a global pistachio craze. Plus, a water leak puts another dampener on the Louvre’s year.
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Trump vs the EU, China-Japan tensions, and ‘AI-proof’ jobs
Tensions deepen between Washington and Brussels as the U.S. pushes Europe to take over NATO defense by 2027. Japan accuses Chinese jets of radar lock near Okinawa. Coffee growers reconsider the maligned robusta bean. Plus, young workers turn to trade jobs to stay 'AI-proof'.
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Netflix buys Warner Bros, Epstein records and World Cup groups
Netflix buys Warner Brothers Discovery studios for $72 billion. A Florida judge clears the way to unseal Jeffrey Epsteingrand jury transcripts. The 2026 World Cup draw is announced as FIFA awards President Donald Trump its inaugural peace prize. Plus, Ukraine's looming population crisis.
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Hegseth, Texas, Eurovision and women deacons
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny as questions mount over the Pentagon’s strikes on suspected drug boats. The Supreme Court greenlights a new Texas map with big implications for the 2026 midterms. Israel is cleared to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest. And the Vatican rules out women deacons for now. Plus, we visit the Somali community in Minnesota after Trump's "garbage" comment.
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New Orleans, visas, Netflix and Putin
New Orleans is the latest front in the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration. H-1B visa applicants will also now face enhanced vetting. The Pentagon says Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth put troops at risk. And sources say a Netflix-Warner Bros Discovery combo could mean a cheaper price tag for subscribers. Plus, Russian President Vladimir Putin heads to India hoping to land some deals.
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