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Under pressure from hard-right, Starmer takes cautious approach to EU 'reset'

Under pressure from hard-right, Starmer takes cautious approach to EU 'reset'

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is treading a fine line on UK-EU relations as hard-right populists make gains at a time when Brexit and immigration remain toxic issues in Britain.

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Stocks drop as fresh trade news awaited, oil down on Iran hopes

Stocks drop as fresh trade news awaited, oil down on Iran hopes

Equities stuttered Thursday as investors await fresh developments in trade talks, with US partners looking to reach deals to avoid Donald Trump's tariff blitz, while oil extended losses on hopes for an Iran nuclear deal.

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Ukraine, Russia to hold first direct talks since 2022

Ukraine, Russia to hold first direct talks since 2022

War rivals Ukraine and Russia are set to go into their first direct talks in more than three years on Thursday, with Russian President Vladimir Putin not included on the list of attendees.

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Tatum-less Boston down Knicks to stay alive in playoffs

Tatum-less Boston down Knicks to stay alive in playoffs

The Boston Celtics battled back from Jayson Tatum's shattering injury blow to defeat the New York Knicks 127-102 and keep their NBA playoff campaign alive on Wednesday.

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South Korea police arrest two over Son Heung-min 'blackmail'

South Korea police arrest two over Son Heung-min 'blackmail'

Two people have been arrested for allegedly blackmailing Spurs and South Korea captain Son Heung-min, police said Thursday.

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With Trump's second term, Big Tech embraces US exceptionalism

With Trump's second term, Big Tech embraces US exceptionalism

Big tech companies are increasingly waving the US flag in Washington where President Donald Trump is back in charge, pushing his America First agenda.

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TruMerit Hails Release of WHO's State of the World's Nursing Report

TruMerit Hails Release of WHO's State of the World's Nursing Report

The report highlights a critical imperative to strengthen global nursing capacity in the wake of the pandemic and amid economic uncertainty, climate change impacts, and persistent health inequities. It warns that the global health workforce shortage will continue to widen, reaching 11 million by 2030, thereby requiring a fundamental shift in how countries approach healthcare workforce planning and investment.

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Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Menswear in Argentina

Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Menswear in Argentina

The global sports brand's presence in Argentina will focus on a territory steeped in history, where the sport of polo is not only widely celebrated but also deeply rooted in the local culture. U.S. Polo Assn. will commence with the launch of the men's collection in June 2025, featuring timeless styles such as polo shirts, woven shirts, t-shirts, trousers, jeans, knitwear, and jackets.

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System glitch delays Australian-made rocket launch

System glitch delays Australian-made rocket launch

An Australian aerospace firm said Thursday it has delayed a historic first attempt to launch a locally developed rocket into orbit, citing a ground system glitch.

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Conceicao tight-lipped over Milan future after cup final defeat

Conceicao tight-lipped over Milan future after cup final defeat

Sergio Conceicao said Wednesday that he wasn't thinking about his future with AC Milan after a dismal season ended with defeat in the Italian Cup final.

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