President Trump has announced the US will increase tariffs on South Korean imports to 25%, citing South Korea’s slow approval of a trade deal reached last year. The South Korean government has stated it was not officially notified of the decision and is seeking urgent talks with the US to address the issue. The initial trade agreement included a $350 billion investment from South Korea into the US. Trump has previously used tariffs as a foreign policy tool, most recently threatening Canada and the UK with tariffs in unrelated trade disputes.
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Czechs fundraise over $6 million to buy generators for freezing Ukraine, and it’s quite the story of human kindness, especially considering the complicated political backdrop. The sheer scale of the fundraising effort is impressive, showing a deep well of empathy and a clear desire to help those suffering in Ukraine. This generosity is particularly vital as winter descends, with the freezing temperatures becoming a direct threat to the Ukrainian people. The fact that this initiative is specifically focused on providing generators speaks volumes about the current needs on the ground – the importance of electricity for heating, powering hospitals, and simply surviving cannot be overstated.… Continue reading
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In Perth, an Invasion Day rally was interrupted when a man threw a device into the crowd. Police arrested the 31-year-old and are investigating whether the object contained explosives. The area was evacuated, and a search of the man’s home is underway. Authorities have stated they do not believe there is any ongoing threat, and are taking the matter seriously.
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On January 24th, Russian forces allegedly utilized Starlink-guided Shahed attack drones near Kropyvnytskyi, targeting helicopters in the area. Technical analysis suggests the drones employed satellite-based connectivity for control, eliminating the need for traditional relay UAVs. These drones were flown at low altitudes to avoid radar detection, and video footage of the strike was released. If confirmed, this marks a significant advancement in Shahed drone deployment, enabling manual guidance over extended ranges and circumventing electronic-warfare countermeasures.
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An uprising erupted at the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, a facility holding approximately 1,000 detained immigrants, including many children. Detainees, reportedly motivated by the treatment of a recently detained five-year-old and the previous day’s general strike, chanted for freedom. The protest was prompted by the poor conditions at the facility, which include “putrid” drinking water and contaminated food, as described by an attorney. Facility personnel abruptly ordered attorneys to leave the scene as the demonstration began.
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The effort to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is gaining momentum, with over 142 House Democrats now supporting the resolution. This surge in support follows another fatal shooting involving a federal agent in Minneapolis and the ongoing Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign. Prominent figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Gil Cisneros have joined the push, citing Noem’s misconduct as a danger to the public. The impeachment resolution, introduced by Rep. Robin Kelly, accuses Noem of violating the constitution and federal law, particularly in the context of ICE’s actions.
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Justice Bennathan noted that Donald Trump’s statements, which were not given under oath, could be considered by the jury but cautioned against relying heavily on them. Trump had contacted police reporting an assault after a video call with the alleged victim and later described what he witnessed as “brief but prevalent”. The defense argued Trump was an unreliable witness motivated by jealousy, while the prosecution highlighted the urgency in his call. The case concerns Rumiantsev, who denies the strangulation allegations, claiming consensual sex and self-defense, and the trial is ongoing.
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The Fort Bliss detention facility has been the subject of heavy criticism due to alarming conditions and reports of abuse. Interviews with detainees detail widespread physical and sexual abuse, medical neglect, and intimidation tactics employed to encourage self-deportation. The facility, which holds approximately 3,000 people, has faced numerous violations of federal detention standards in its first months of operation, including chronic food shortages and inadequate hygiene. Moreover, access to medical care and legal services is severely restricted, and incidents of extreme and unlawful force are prominent. This, combined with hazardous living conditions, raises serious concerns about the future of immigration detention.
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte cautioned that Europe cannot defend itself without the United States, especially amidst calls for greater European military independence. Rutte argued that to do so, the EU would need to drastically increase defense spending and develop its own nuclear capabilities, effectively losing the US nuclear umbrella. He defended the US’s continued commitment to NATO’s Article Five, but acknowledged the US expects European countries to increase their military spending. Finally, Rutte dismissed the idea of a European defence force replacing US troops, stating it would be overly complicated.
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