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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

EU Leaders Reach Out to Middle East for Dialogue

European leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen plan a video call with key Middle Eastern figures on Monday to talk about the region’s tensions. The meeting aims to let the leaders share their views on current events and explore how the EU can help countries there. It also seeks to dis

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Hidden Lures: How Spy Tactics Use Charm to Steal Secrets

Foreign powers often use subtle tricks to gain U. S. information, and one of the oldest methods is the “honeypot. ” In this approach an attractive person—sometimes a woman, sometimes a man—creates a friendly or romantic connection with a target who has access to sensitive data. The goal is not love

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Global Minds Meet at IMF and World Bank Spring Gatherings

Foreign Policy hosts a series of meetings that bring together experts from around the world. These events focus on the latest crises, trends, and political shifts that shape our planet. The goal is to give people a clear view of what’s happening and why it matters. The meetings are held during the

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Europe Steps Up Its Own Defence, Lessening US Reliance

European leaders gathered in Munich to signal a shift toward greater self‑reliance after recent strains with the United States. The conversation began with a warning that some boundaries had been crossed and could not be undone, hinting at deeper mistrust. The United States, under President Trump

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

Europe’s NATO Meeting: Shifting Roles and New Arctic Plans

European leaders met in Brussels to discuss how the United States is stepping back from its traditional leadership role in NATO. The U. S. defense chief, Pete Hegseth, did not attend the meeting, a rare omission that raised questions about America’s commitment to European security. He was replaced b

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Feb 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Watch Life Redefined: A New Digital Style Hub

European Watch Company, a Boston‑based family business that has sold luxury watches for over three decades, is bringing its new online magazine to the world. Crown & Caliber was originally a platform for pre‑owned watches and now becomes a daily source of stories about timepieces, fashion, travel an

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Feb 10 2026FINANCE

Asian Tech Stocks Take a Hit as Global AI Fears Spread

Foreign investors pulled nearly $10 billion out of Asian shares in the first week of February, a sharp jump from the $4 billion withdrawn in January. The sell‑off focused on South Korea and Taiwan, where fears of high AI‑related spending have shaken confidence in fast‑growing tech names. In that wee

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Europe's Wind Power Push: A Chilly Reality Check

Europe has been trying to cut down on foreign energy for years. They've had some success, mostly because high prices made people use less. But now, nine European countries are planning to build a massive 100 GW offshore wind power capacity. They want to make their own electricity instead of relying

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

Trump's Greenland Move: A Stumbling Block for Europe's Far Right

Europe's far-right leaders are finding themselves in a tricky spot. They've long admired former U. S. President Donald Trump's anti-immigration stance and tough talk. But his recent actions are causing them to distance themselves. Trump's suggestion of buying Greenland from Denmark didn't go down w

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Jan 22 2026BUSINESS

How Europe Holds Economic Power Over the U. S.

Europe and the U. S. are deeply connected. Every day, Europeans use American tech, energy, and investments. At the same time, Americans rely on European products like software, wine, and medicines. This huge exchange of goods and services adds up to over $5. 4 billion daily. It shows how much both s

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