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The 8 ‘third countries’ where ICE deports the most peopleIn the Spotlight Many of the people sent to these countries have no ties to the nation at all
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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La vie en rosbifs: what is behind Anglo-French love-in?Week of renewed bonhomie between British and French comes as Donald Trump’s America is threatening to leave Europe to fend for itself
By Jamie Timson, The Week UK Published
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Trump’s surprising popularity in AfricaIn the Spotlight Some view him as masculinity role model and symbol of Christian values; others see withdrawal of US aid as an opportunity for greater self-reliance
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Putin pledges support for Iran as US war reignitesSpeed Read Moscow will continue supplying “the assistance you need” and “the necessary goods,” Putin told Iranian officials
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Are we heading for World War Three?In Depth ‘Connections between many of the world’s conflicts are multiplying’, as officials, analysts and investors fear escalating global conflict
By The Week UK Last updated
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Why an infamous California rollercoaster has closedUnder The Radar Complaints of serious brain injuries in riders span two decades
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Afghanistan under the TalibanFeature Five years after the botched U.S. withdrawal, millions face repression, hunger, and despair
By The Week US Published
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Questions mount on Trump’s Venezuela oil dealSpeed Read The agreement gives the U.S. access to 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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US strikes Iran as generals warn of prolonging warSpeed Read These were the first confirmed strikes by the U.S. on Iran since the end of July
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Trump renames Lake Ontario amid Canada feudSpeed Read Other countries are unlikely to recognize the change
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Up in smoke: why the Cuban cigar is under threatUnder The Radar Caribbean island faces further economic woes over plans for ‘smoke-free Britain’
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Nepal-Tibet flash floods kill over 350, more than 1,000 missingSpeed Read The death toll is expected to rise as rescue workers continue going through the ruins
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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How could Panama Canal shipping cuts affect the global economy?Today’s Big Question A historically intense El Niño is slowing down shipping
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Canada details retaliatory US tariffs with political biteSpeed Read The country released a list of over 700 products from the U.S. that it plans to tariff
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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