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Lifestyle

Why is Melania Trump's inauguration hat going viral?

Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States yesterday and many are focusing on the first lady's fashion statement - a hat which is the source of much speculation.

21/01/2025

Health news

Trump will pull the US out of the World Health Organization

Here’s what the US withdrawal means for global health and what may happen next.

21/01/2025

Markets

Markets ride a rollercoaster as Trump returns to US presidency

Global markets saw turbulent sessions following Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday and early Tuesday, reacting sharply to comments about Trump's tariff plans, with asset classes including stocks, currencies, commodities, and cryptocurrencies showing significant volatility.

21/01/2025

Tech News

Donald Trump ends Biden-era migration app in first hour as president

The CBP One app allowed nearly a million people to legally enter the United States with permission to work.

20/01/2025

USA

Six takeaways from Trump's inauguration speech

Trump hinted at several executive orders in his first speech after being sworn in.

20/01/2025

USA

In pictures: US presidential inaugurations over the years

As Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, we look at the most notable ceremonies celebrating US presidents-elect taking office over the years.

20/01/2025

USA

Euroviews. What Trump 2.0 means to world's largest collective marketplace: Africa

If Africa can find the confidence to take sentiment out of the equation and make a business pitch that makes sense, this could well be a very profitable and peaceful four years indeed, Ivor Ichikowitz writes.

20/01/2025

Health news

Scientists unveil benefits and risks of blockbuster weight-loss drugs

While weight-loss drugs were linked to lower risk of some conditions, they were also associated with some adverse health outcomes.

20/01/2025

Earth News

Does a Trump presidency really mean disaster for the climate?

Trump might not be able to cut as much “red tape” as he has said he will.

20/01/2025

World News

Optimism amongst Trump supporters as thousands gather for inauguration

On the eve of the swearing-in ceremony, thousands of Trump supporters stood in line despite the freezing weather to attend a 'Make America Great Again' rally.

20/01/2025

USA

Trump vows to restore US's global standing in inaugural address

In Washington at noon local time (6 pm CET), Donald Trump took the oath of office for a second go at the presidency of the United States in what is a remarkable political comeback.

20/01/2025

USA

Europe reaffirms strong ties with US despite Trump policy concerns

As Trump prepares to take office, European leaders highlighted the importance of strong ties with Washington and the need to adapt to potential shifts in international policies and agreements.

20/01/2025

Tech News

US Big Tech is ready for Trump 2, but is the EU?

US tech moguls will take ring-side seats for the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th US president today, but the new mandate is set to test Europe's regulation of the tech sector.

20/01/2025

Tech News

How X, Meta, and Bluesky are taking advantage of the TikTok turmoil

Social media companies are making the most of the TikTok ban in the US by offering new video tools and feeds.

20/01/2025

USA

Biden pardons Fauci and 6 January committee in unprecedented move

The US president used the final hours of his presidency to issue preemptive pardons to those he described as potentially being a target of "unjustified (and) politically motivated prosecutions", as well as a number of close family members.

20/01/2025

Markets

Trump unveiled his own cryptocurrency and cashed in billions in days

Riding the waves of the crypto markets, and leading up to his inauguration, the incoming US President Donald Trump last week unveiled his own cryptocurrency, which sold for billions of dollars.

20/01/2025

Tech News

Trump's TikTok shift: From backing a ban to being hailed 'a saviour'

"I’m asking companies not to let TikTok stay dark!" Donald Trump wrote in a post on his social media app Truth Social on Sunday morning.

20/01/2025

Colombia

Violence in northeast Colombia leaves 80 dead and thousands displaced

Colombian President Gustavo Petro recently ended peace talks with the National Liberation Army (ELN), one of the armed groups involved in the fighting, saying it had "no will for peace".

20/01/2025

USA

Who is Han Zheng, China's representative at Trump's inauguration?

Vice President Han Zheng will represent China at Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday, signalling a potential thaw in Washington-Beijing relations.

20/01/2025

USA

Undocumented migrants in the US prepare for worst-case scenario

Immigrants in cities such as Chicago are bracing for potential mass deportations under Donald Trump's incoming administration.

20/01/2025

Markets

Markets lookahead: Trump’s inauguration, key data and earnings season

In Trump’s inauguration week, markets will focus on his policy announcements, which may significantly impact market movements. Other key economic data from major economies, along with corporate earnings, are also set to influence investor sentiment.

20/01/2025

Culture news

Bob Dylan's 'Mr Tambourine Man' drafts sell for nearly €500,000

Two sheets of typewritten lyrics were the lead items in a record-breaking auction of Bob Dylan memorabilia in Nashville.

20/01/2025

Economy

President Trump's return: What it means for eurozone interest rates

This president's second term is set to reshape global economic policy, with trade tariffs, tax cuts, and a stronger dollar impacting inflation and interest rates. While the Fed may hold or tighten rates, the ECB is expected to cut further as eurozone growth remains weak.

20/01/2025

USA

Trump vows executive orders flurry on first day back in office

On the campaign trail, Trump pledged mass deportations of illegal immigrants in the United States and said at the rally that would be one focus of the blizzard of presidential paperwork.

20/01/2025

Tech News

TikTok restoring access after Trump pledges to issue executive order

President-elect Donald Trump says he plans to issue an executive order that would give TikTok's China-based parent company more time to find an approved buyer.

19/01/2025

USA

US National Guard to deploy 8,000 troops for Trump's inauguration

Ahead of Trump's inauguration on Monday, the US National Guard set up security perimeters in Washington amid protests for women's rights and racial justice.

19/01/2025