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Politics Roundup: Stalin, TSE, and Avon Murder Case

Politics Roundup: Stalin, TSE, and Avon Murder Case
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A roundup of today's political news, including reflections on Stalin's legacy, updates from the TSE in Brazil, and a murder case in Avon. Read more...

Boris Spassky: More Than Just a Great Loser

Boris Spassky: More Than Just a Great Loser
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Remembering chess legend Boris Spassky, who passed away recently. While known for his defeats, especially against Bobby Fischer, his impact on chess was much greater. Read more...

Europe in Focus: From Yalta to Modern Negotiations

Europe in Focus: From Yalta to Modern Negotiations
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A look at Europe's political landscape, from the historic Yalta Conference and the dawn of the Cold War to modern-day negotiations and support for the European Union. Read more...

EU Deals & Political Tensions Rise

EU Deals & Political Tensions Rise
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The EU is active on multiple fronts, from food security deals with Egypt to restrictive measures against terrorist groups. Meanwhile, political tensions simmer regarding Ukraine and controversial groups. Read more...

Chess Legend Boris Spassky Dies at 88

Chess Legend Boris Spassky Dies at 88
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Boris Spassky, the Soviet chess grandmaster known for his 1972 match against Bobby Fischer and his criticisms of Soviet leadership, has died at 88. Read more...

Russia's Expansion Plans Include Czechia: Intel Report

Russia's Expansion Plans Include Czechia: Intel Report
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Ukrainian intelligence suggests Russia aims to rebuild a Soviet-style empire, potentially encompassing former Warsaw Pact nations like Czechia. Plus, crime wave hits Warsaw and a tragic child abuse case nears its verdict. Read more...

China Navigates Trade, Cities, and Global Ambitions

China Navigates Trade, Cities, and Global Ambitions
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From trade wars and empty megacities to its role in a multipolar world, China faces economic and demographic challenges while asserting its global presence. Read more...

Trump's Shadow: Trade Wars, KGB Claims, and Allied Concerns

Trump's Shadow: Trade Wars, KGB Claims, and Allied Concerns
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From trade disputes with Canada to alleged KGB recruitment and strained alliances, Donald Trump's influence continues to shape global politics. Read more...

Ukraine Faces Demographic Crisis Amidst War, Allies Step Up

Ukraine Faces Demographic Crisis Amidst War, Allies Step Up
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Ukraine grapples with a severe population decline exacerbated by war, while European allies attempt to fill the intelligence gap left by the US. We also look at Slovakian views on world leaders and controversial comments from AfD's Alice Weidel. Read more...

Science News: Butterflies, Moon Probes, and Space Chimps

Science News: Butterflies, Moon Probes, and Space Chimps
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Recent science news highlights a butterfly population decline, trouble for a NASA moon probe, and the forgotten animal heroes of the space race. Read more...

Spassky Blasted Soviets, Czech Swimmers Set Record

Spassky Blasted Soviets, Czech Swimmers Set Record
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Chess champion Boris Spassky criticized the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia, while in Czechia, cold-water swimmers set a new world record in Lake Most. Read more...

Chess Legend Spassky Dies; Olympian Faces Drug Charges

Chess Legend Spassky Dies; Olympian Faces Drug Charges
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Chess grandmaster Boris Spassky has passed away at 88. Separately, an accomplice in a drug ring linked to Olympian Ryan Wedding faces charges in the US. Read more...

Ham: The Chimpanzee Hero of the Space Race

Ham: The Chimpanzee Hero of the Space Race
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Discover the story of Ham, the chimpanzee who played a crucial role in the early days of space exploration, and the sacrifices made in the name of progress. Read more...

Global Political Tensions Rise on Multiple Fronts

Global Political Tensions Rise on Multiple Fronts
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Recent developments highlight escalating global tensions, from the Ukraine war and USAID dismantling to criticisms of EU foreign policy and echoes of the Cold War. Read more...

Chess Legend Boris Spassky Dies at 88

Chess Legend Boris Spassky Dies at 88
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Boris Spassky, the Soviet chess grandmaster best known for his iconic 1972 match against Bobby Fischer during the Cold War, has passed away in Moscow at the age of 88. His life was a novel of brilliance and struggle. Read more...

Italy Navigates Tariffs, Mourns WWF Founder, and More

Italy Navigates Tariffs, Mourns WWF Founder, and More
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Recent news includes Lollobrigida's stance on Italy's relationship with Brussels, the passing of WWF founder Fulco Pratesi, COP16's biodiversity agreement, and a reflection on a prophecy of dictatorship. Read more...

Ukraine, Czechia, and EU: Europe's Shifting Political Sands

Ukraine, Czechia, and EU: Europe's Shifting Political Sands
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From Ukraine's desperate bid for US aid to Russia's expansionist ambitions and Norway's EU stance, Europe's political landscape is in constant flux. Read more...

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