President-elect Donald Trump plans to create an 'External Revenue Service' to collect tariffs on foreign imports, reaffirming his commitment to imposing trade levies. Critics question the need for a new agency, given that Customs and Border Protection already handles tariff collection. Experts warn these tariffs may inflate consumer prices without generating substantial revenue.
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A federal judge has refused to halt the destruction of old or unnecessary classified documents at the US agency for international development (USAID). Despite concerns over the near-dismantling of USAID by the Trump administration, the judge found no link to ongoing court battles. The agency is significantly reducing staff and ceasing most foreign development programs.
Vice President JD Vance criticized the US Conference of Catholic Bishops for denouncing Trump's immigration policy, alleging financial motives. He highlighted the potential humanitarian costs and supporting concerns about border security and sex trafficking. Vance, a practicing Catholic, desires better alignment with American-supported immigration measures.
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SpaceX’s seventh Starship test flight on Thursday achieved a significant milestone as the Super Heavy booster was successfully caught by robotic arms. However, the spacecraft’s engines failed mid-flight, and contact was lost 8.5 minutes after liftoff.
The European court of human rights (ECHR) on Tuesday condemned Russia for violating the free speech rights of a group of nationals running websites supporting and advising LGBTQ people. The verdict came after six Russian nationals who were accused in Russia of "promoting homosexuality among minors" turned to the ECHR after being found guilty of administrative offences and having access to their websites, webpages and online groups blocked.
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Mitch McConnell, Kentucky's long-serving Republican senator, declared he will not seek re-election in 2026, marking his retirement at the end of his current term. At the age of 83, McConnell announced his decision amidst health-related incidents, underscoring a significant shift in Senate leadership.
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on Sunday, adding rescuers had been working for hours to reach the men. At least 10 miners died in February 2022 after being trapped underground when a coal mine collapsed in the northern province of Baghlan.