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Germany Suspends Arms Exports to Israel Over Gaza Offensive

SMGN Publishing August 8, 2025

Germany Freezes Military Shipments to Israel Over Gaza Concerns In a significant policy shift, Germany has officially suspended all military equipment exports to Israel that could be used in Gaza operations. The decision comes after Israel expanded its military activities in the Gaza Strip, prompting Berlin to reconsider its arms

Trump Signals Ukraine Peace Talks Progress

SMGN Publishing August 6, 2025

Trump Highlights Breakthrough in Ukraine Peace Talks as Tensions Build Former President Donald Trump has announced that major progress has been made in talks with Russia over the war in Ukraine. Following a high-level diplomatic visit to Moscow by his envoy, Steve Witkoff, Trump described the conversations with President Vladimir

Trump’s Tariffs Force Tuscan Olive Oil Maker to Go Global

SMGN Publishing August 5, 2025

Two decades ago, Romain and Marie‑Charlotte Piro began producing small‑batch olive oil in southern Tuscany, shipping almost exclusively to the exploding U.S. market, where Americans consume nearly 400,000 tonnes of olive oil annually—about 95% of which is imported. Their gourmet half‑liter sells for $56, finds homes in Michelin‑starred restaurants, and

Trump’s Nuclear Warning and Kremlin Response in 2025

SMGN Publishing August 4, 2025

Kremlin Calms Nuclear Alarm Despite Trump’s Submarine Order The Kremlin responded calmly to President Trump’s announcement that two U.S. nuclear submarines would be repositioned near Russia following incendiary remarks by Dmitry Medvedev. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov emphasized that U.S. submarines were already on duty and stressed that “nuclear rhetoric” demands

U.S. Slaps 39% Tariffs on Swiss Imports Amid Trade Dispute

SMGN Publishing August 1, 2025

U.S.-Switzerland Trade Conflict Reaches Boiling Point Switzerland has been blindsided by a staggering 39% tariff from the United States—an economic blow that surpasses worst-case projections. Once optimistic about reaching a bilateral agreement, Swiss officials now face mounting pressure to respond strategically amid fears of job losses and disrupted exports. While

France and Germany Oppose EU–US Trade Deal Over 15% Tariffs

SMGN Publishing July 29, 2025

The new EU–US trade agreement has sparked major political turbulence across Europe, with France and Germany publicly rejecting the deal brokered by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and U.S. President Donald Trump. While designed to avert a deeper transatlantic trade war, the pact has been widely criticized by

Transatlantic Trade Deal Averts Tariff War with 15% Agreement

SMGN Publishing July 28, 2025

Transatlantic Trade Deal Establishes 15% Tariff to Ease Tensions The United States and the European Union have finalized a broad framework trade agreement that sets a flat 15% import tariff on a wide range of EU goods. This move effectively averts a major trade war and stabilizes an increasingly strained

France to Recognize Palestinian State

SMGN Publishing July 25, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed that France will recognize Palestine as a state, confirming plans to formalize the move at the UN General Assembly in September. Macron emphasized the urgency of stopping the war in Gaza and prioritizing civilian protection, noting that recognition is a moral and diplomatic necessity.

Stellantis Reports €300M Loss Amid Impact of U.S. Auto Tariffs

SMGN Publishing July 21, 2025

Stellantis, the global car manufacturer behind well-known brands like Jeep, Fiat, Chrysler, and Vauxhall, has disclosed that U.S. tariffs on imported automobiles have already resulted in an economic setback of €300 million. This figure underscores the widespread impact of the 25% tariff implemented by the U.S. government in April, a

New Study Links European Heatwave Deaths to Human-Caused Warming

SMGN Publishing July 15, 2025

Thousands Died During Heatwave Intensified by Global Warming A new scientific analysis has revealed that human-driven climate change was responsible for the majority of deaths during a recent heatwave that swept across Europe. Temperatures surged past 38 °C in numerous cities, leading to closures of tourist attractions, widespread wildfires, and dangerous

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$1.7 Billion Powerball Jackpot Builds Momentum as Holiday Drawings Approach

Felipe Cardona December 24, 2025

The $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot has become a dominant topic across the United States as the holiday season intensifies interest in one of the most lucrative lottery runs ever recorded. No jackpot winner emerged from the latest drawing, so the prize has continued its upward climb. It is now positioned

U.S. Bars European Activists Over Alleged Online Censorship Pressure

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The United States government has imposed entry restrictions on five European individuals accused of coordinating efforts to pressure American technology companies into censoring or suppressing U.S.-based political viewpoints. The decision reflects a broader shift in U.S. foreign policy toward confronting what officials describe as extraterritorial attempts to influence protected speech

Climate Change Redefines the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season challenged long-standing assumptions about what an active year looks like. While the United States avoided direct landfalls entirely, the season still produced some of the most intense hurricanes ever recorded. Scientists describe the pattern as increasingly representative of how climate change is altering tropical weather