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Trump Issues New Pardons for Former Officials and Political Allies

SMGN November 10, 2025

President Donald Trump has granted a new round of pardons and commutations that have sparked discussion across Washington. Among those pardoned are former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani, former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, and several officials accused of attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. Political and Personal Dimensions of the Pardons These recent clemency actions add to a growing list of high-profile pardons during Trump’s

U.S. Reassesses Its Role Ahead of COP30 Climate Summit

SMGN November 10, 2025

Limited participation in global climate negotiations The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) is taking place in Belém, Brazil, bringing together most of the world’s

Visa and Mastercard Settlement Could Reshape U.S. Retail Fees and Consumer Rewards

SMGN November 10, 2025

In a move that could reshape how businesses and consumers interact with credit card payments, Visa and Mastercard have finalized a landmark agreement with U.S.

US Tariffs on India: Impact on Trade and Economy

SMGN August 27, 2025

Rising Tariffs and Their Economic Impact The recent increase in US tariffs on Indian imports has intensified tensions between two of the world’s largest economies.

Brands react to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement with marketing campaigns

SMGN August 27, 2025

A wave of online responses Following the announcement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement, many brands quickly joined the conversation on social media. Companies

PayPal Fraud Disrupts European Banks

SMGN August 27, 2025

The recent wave of unauthorized direct debits linked to PayPal accounts has caused serious disruption across several European banks, highlighting the vulnerabilities within digital payment

AI Supercomputer Powers Breakthroughs in Cancer Vaccine Research

SMGN August 27, 2025

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of medicine. One of its most promising applications is in the development of cancer vaccines. With the ability to

Starship achieves successful 10th test flight

SMGN August 27, 2025

The world’s largest rocket completes key milestones SpaceX’s Starship marked a significant step forward with its 10th test flight, carried out from the company’s facility

Two children killed and multiple people injured in Minneapolis school

SMGN August 27, 2025

Incident during first week of classes A shooting on Wednesday morning at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis resulted in the deaths of two children and

Democratic Leaders Urge Stronger Strategy Ahead of Upcoming Elections

SMGN August 26, 2025

Ken Martin calls for a more determined approach within the party At the Democratic National Committee (DNC) summer meeting in Minneapolis, Chair Ken Martin emphasized

The Critical Role of Central Bank Independence in Economic Stability

SMGN August 26, 2025

Why Central Bank Independence Matters Central banks are designed to operate independently from political influence to maintain economic stability. Their main function is controlling monetary

Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts again with lava fountains

SMGN August 26, 2025

The summit crater records its 31st eruption since December Scientists monitor activity while visitors witness the spectacle Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano, located on the Big Island,