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Trump insists Usha Vance's visit to Greenland is 'friendly'

Second lady Usha Vance is set to travel to Greenland this week as Trump continues to suggest the US could take control of the mineral-rich Arctic island.

Canada

Canada's Carney talks 9/11 solidarity and slams Trump for trade war

On the campaign trail in Gander after calling a snap election, the Canadian prime minister lamented the countries' broken bonds.

Economy

UK considers switching up tech company taxes to sidestep US tariffs

Currently, the UK is impacted by Trump’s 25% tariffs on all imports of steel and aluminium into the US. Washington has also implemented tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China.

Yemen

US claims key Houthi leaders taken out in latest airstrikes in Yemen

The attack brought down a building in a western neighbourhood of Yemen's capital, Sanaa, as the US campaign against the Houthis entered its tenth day.

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USA

American genetic testing firm 23andMe files for bankruptcy

The company announced the decision late on Sunday amid concerns about the security of millions of customers' genetic data.

USA

DOGE layoffs raise alarm over foreign espionage threat to the US

US President Donald Trump and tech mogul Elon Musk's government cuts could provide an opportunity for China and Russia, security experts warn.

Cinema

Apple loses $1bn a year on TV: Why don't its shows have mass appeal?

Despite huge investment and award-winning shows, Apple TV+ is still struggling to make a mark and reportedly losing up to a billion euros a year.

Culture news

The Notorious B.I.G.’s estate sells rights to late rapper’s music

The rapper's mother reportedly made the deal before her death last month.

World News

Trump signs executive order to dismantle US Department of Education

Trump accused the Education Department of being ‘wasteful’ and polluted by liberal ideology as he moves to advance a campaign promise to dismantle the agency.

Culture news

Former art adviser to Leonardo DiCaprio sentenced for $6.5m fraud

Lisa Schiff previously pleaded guilty to wire fraud in October, admitting that she defrauded clients of her art advisory business, Schiff Fine Art.

Culture news

Stolen Eminem songs stolen and sold online - former engineer charged

A former studio engineer has been charged with stealing Eminem's unreleased music and selling it online.

Markets

Barclays Europe CEO on what Trump's tariffs could do to the EU economy

The CEO of Barclays Europe shares his views on the potential impact of tariffs on Europe's economy and whether the continent is still economically attractive to investors.

Europe News

Germany tightens travel advice to US after three citizens detained

The country's foreign ministry clarified the updated guidance doesn’t constitute an official travel warning to the US.

USA

Detained Columbia student calls arrest ‘anti-Palestinian racism'

Khalil was arrested on 8 March for his role in campus protests against Israel and was later transferred from New York to Louisiana, a move his lawyers argue was politically motivated.

USA

Two NASA astronauts return to Earth after nine months stuck in space

Two NASA astronauts return to Earth after being stuck in space for nine months

Europe News

Will the EU be able to save RFE after Trump's funding cuts?

European Union government ministers are discussing ways to keep the pro-democracy media outlet afloat after the Trump administration stopped its grants over the weekend.

Culture news

White House slams French MEP’s call to return Statue of Liberty

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt slams ‘low-level’ French politician demanding Statue of Liberty’s return, saying France should be thankful they are “not speaking German right now.”

Culture news

Rock band objects to White House use of song over deportee video

This is not the first time a musician or band have pushed back against Trump and his administration's authorized use of their songs. Rock band Semisonic join a long list of artists...

Europe News

St Patrick's Day festivities: how people celebrated worldwide

Crowds coloured the streets green worldwide to celebrate St Patrick's Day.

Yemen

US steps up attacks on Yemen, vowing escalation against Houthi rebels

Trump on Saturday vowed to use “overwhelming lethal force” until the Houthis cease their attacks and warned that Tehran would be held “fully accountable” for its ally's actions.