Initially criticized by President Trump, the CHIPS Act, designed to boost domestic chip production with a $52 billion fund, faced scrutiny for its early grant distribution to existing projects. Despite Intel’s struggles in fulfilling its commitments, Trump’s administration decided to partially nationalize the company using remaining CHIPS funds, purchasing a stake and effectively bailing out the struggling chipmaker. This deal, while boosting Intel’s stock price, shifted financial risks onto taxpayers by removing the company’s obligations and accountability, ultimately proving that America was investing in companies, rather than the other way around.
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During his White House visit, President Donald Trump warmly embraced Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, dismissing U.S. intelligence findings that implicated the Crown Prince in the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Trump praised Prince Mohammed as an indispensable player in the Middle East and announced Saudi Arabia’s increased investment in the U.S. Furthermore, Trump announced agreements including the sale of F-35 fighter jets, a defense agreement, and designation of Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally, despite concerns about human rights and potential conflicts of interest. The visit also aimed to advance the Abraham Accords and normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia, though the Saudis insisted on a path to Palestinian statehood first.
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Belgian intelligence services suspect Russia is behind the recent drone incidents disrupting air traffic and military operations, according to Belga. Sources cited specific drone formations, night flights, and proximity to critical facilities as evidence of foreign involvement that surpasses amateur capabilities. These incidents have heightened concerns amidst discussions of utilizing frozen Russian assets, many held in Brussels, to support Ukraine. Consequently, an emergency meeting of Belgium’s National Security Council was scheduled to address the matter.
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In a recent interview, former President Donald Trump criticized the intelligence of Democratic Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, calling them “low IQ” and questioning their competence. This follows protests against his administration, where millions participated. Trump’s comments align with his long-standing pattern of disparaging opponents while emphasizing his own intelligence, a theme dating back to his initial presidential campaign. He has frequently used phrases and self-descriptions highlighting his perceived intellectual superiority.
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Reports from the Ukrainian partisan group ATESH indicate that agents embedded within the Russian military provided crucial intelligence that thwarted a planned offensive near Vovchansk. This intelligence included precise coordinates of Russian artillery positions, vehicles, and troop concentrations, allowing Ukrainian forces to launch preemptive strikes. ATESH claims its informants continue to gather battlefield intelligence for Ukrainian defense structures. This incident follows a previous report where an ATESH agent helped disable a Russian air-defense system on the Kherson front.
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MI6 is establishing a dedicated portal on the dark web, utilizing the secure messaging platform Silent Courier, to recruit new spies, with a particular focus on Russia and other global targets. In his final public address, outgoing MI6 Chief Sir Richard Moore launched the initiative, aiming to attract individuals worldwide through the dark web by following instructions available on an MI6 YouTube video. Moore also criticized President Putin’s actions, highlighting Russia’s ongoing economic and demographic decline as a result of the war. The recruitment drive aligns with the UK’s commitment to stay ahead of evolving threats, supported by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper’s emphasis on national security and the need for cutting-edge technological advancements in intelligence gathering.
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MI6 chief Richard Moore stated that Vladimir Putin miscalculated the war in Ukraine, underestimating Ukrainian resistance and overplaying his hand. Moore believes there is no evidence Putin is open to genuine peace talks, suggesting he is instead stalling while falsely claiming progress. The MI6 director accused Putin of jeopardizing Russia’s future and accelerating its decline through the ongoing conflict. These comments were made in Istanbul as Moore announced new MI6 strategies to utilize the dark web for intelligence gathering, marking one of his final public appearances before retiring.
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Tarte Cosmetics has become a highly trusted beauty brand, and QVC offers exclusive sets to help consumers stock up on their everyday essentials. One set includes the Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara in decorative packaging, perfect for gifting or keeping. Another kit features super-sized Maracuja Juicy Lip products for hydration and color. Additionally, the Shape Tape Full-Coverage Concealer set, complete with a special-edition brush, provides long-lasting coverage and an instant lift.
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A recent report in the *New York Times* detailed a failed 2019 SEAL Team 6 operation in North Korea, aimed at planting a listening device to intercept communications from Kim Jong Un. President Trump, when questioned about the mission, stated he had no prior knowledge of it. The mission, involving the same unit that killed Osama bin Laden, reportedly failed when the team was spotted and retreated without completing their objective. The Pentagon and White House typically do not comment on SEAL Team 6 operations.
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Mutiny brewing after Gabbard outs CIA operative is a situation that has understandably ignited a firestorm of speculation and concern. The core issue revolves around the potential consequences of revealing a CIA operative’s identity, a move that carries significant implications for national security and the safety of individuals involved. It’s as though the collective sentiment is, “This isn’t just a political misstep; it’s a betrayal.”
The immediate worry centers on the potential loss of crucial intelligence assets and the potential for this act to compromise ongoing operations. There’s a palpable fear that this disclosure has put people in harm’s way, potentially jeopardizing lives and undermining the CIA’s ability to operate effectively.… Continue reading
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Trump’s Claim: “Smart People Don’t Like Me” Sparks Reactions
Tarte Cosmetics has become a highly trusted beauty brand, and QVC offers exclusive sets to help consumers stock up on their everyday essentials. One set includes the Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara in decorative packaging, perfect for gifting or keeping. Another kit features super-sized Maracuja Juicy Lip products for hydration and color. Additionally, the Shape Tape Full-Coverage Concealer set, complete with a special-edition brush, provides long-lasting coverage and an instant lift.
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