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Taiwan’s New Mission to China: A Calm Visit Amid Rising Tensions

April 7, 2026

Cheng Li‑wun, the head of Taiwan’s biggest opposition party, set out for China on Tuesday, claiming her trip is a peace‑building mission. Her stay will last until Sunday and she might sit down with President Xi Jinping. The visit comes as Beijing has stepped up its military drills and political pres

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Russia Helps Iran Plan Attacks with Satellites and Cyber Tools

April 7, 2026

Russia has been using its satellites to take close pictures of many military bases and important places in the Middle East. These images were shared with Iran so it could target U. S. forces and other sites more accurately. A report from Ukrainian intelligence says the satellite work happened

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Bitcoin Surges Past $70k as Trump Talks About Iran Deal

April 7, 2026

Bitcoin and the wider crypto market climbed sharply on Monday after former President Donald Trump sent mixed signals about a possible agreement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. A post on Truth Social warned that Iran would face severe consequences if the waterway stayed closed, while a late

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New Games, New Rules: The Big Debate Over Prediction Sites

April 7, 2026

Prediction sites let people bet on almost anything, from sports scores to movie winners. They have grown fast and now attract millions of users who love the thrill of guessing outcomes. Some argue they’re just another form of gambling, while others say they offer useful data that can help businesses

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A New Magic Spot Is Turning Chicago’s Old Mansion into a Party Hub

April 7, 2026

Chicago’s famous McCormick Mansion, once home to Lawry’s Prime Rib and a quirky Scandinavian buffet, is getting a fresh makeover. A 66‑year‑old entrepreneur who made his money in health tech is pouring about $50 million into a 36, 000‑sq‑ft entertainment center called The Hand & The Eye. He wants th

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A Mission, a Miracle, and the Power of Faith in Conflict

April 7, 2026

In a tense episode over Iranian airspace, two U. S. pilots in an F‑15 had to eject when their aircraft was struck by enemy fire. The pilot landed safely and was located within six hours, while his weapons systems officer remained trapped for more than a day. Early on Easter Sunday, U. S. forces extr

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Tax Talk: Democrats, Dollars and Dilemmas

April 7, 2026

The debate inside the Democratic Party is heating up around a simple question: who should pay taxes and how much? A growing number of hopefuls for 2026 state races and the 2028 presidential race are offering tax‑cut plans that sound appealing to voters who feel stretched by rising costs. Senat

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U. S. VP’s Trip to Hungary: A Political Boost for Orban

April 7, 2026

"U. S. Vice President JD Vance is heading to Hungary for a two‑day visit that will coincide with the country’s April 12 parliamentary elections. The trip aims to support Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who faces a tough re‑election campaign after returning to power in 2010. \n\nVance plans to meet Orba

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Rescue Mission Inside Iran: How the U. S. Pulled Off a High‑Risk Operation

April 7, 2026

The United States launched an elaborate rescue that involved dozens of aircraft, hundreds of personnel, and secret CIA tools to retrieve a two‑man fighter jet crew that crashed deep inside Iran. The mission was carried out after the F‑15E Strike Eagle went down late Thursday, and U. S. forces reache

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Italy’s Minister Warns U. S. Is in Danger From Iran Conflict

April 7, 2026

The clash with Iran has made the United States look weak on the world stage, says Italy’s Defence Minister. He worries that fighting could grow into a nuclear war, echoing the horrors of World War II. Italy refused to let U. S. planes land at a Sicilian base on their way to the Middle East, showi