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Olivia Santos, Foreign Affairs Correspondent

Olivia Santos covers international diplomacy, foreign policy, and global security issues. With a PhD in International Security from King's College London and fluency in Portuguese and Spanish, she brings academic rigor to her analysis of geopolitical developments. She previously worked at the International Crisis Group before transitioning to journalism.
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What to know concerning the Trump indictment on the eve of his courtroom look

As Donald Trump faces court, tensions rise. This landmark indictment marks a pivotal moment, blending legal drama with political intrigue.…

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Two dreary and 10 injured in Pennsylvania steel plant explosion

A sudden explosion rocked a Pennsylvania steel plant, claiming two lives and injuring ten others. Emergency crews raced to the…

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explore the world’s deepest fish

Discover the world's deepest fish, a mysterious creature thriving in the ocean's darkest trenches. Adapted to crushing pressure and eternal…

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See the world’s deepest fish

Dive into the abyss and meet the world's deepest fish-an enigmatic creature thriving in crushing darkness miles below the surface.…

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Chip giants Nvidia and AMD to pay 15% of gross sales income in China to US

In a landmark move, chip titans Nvidia and AMD will funnel 15% of their China sales revenue back to the…

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Starmer and Modi hail ‘historic day’ as UK-India trade deal signed

The United Kingdom and India have finalized a comprehensive free trade agreement expected to boost the UK economy by around…

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Kemi Badenoch Sees Argentina’s Milei as Blueprint for UK Government

Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch has endorsed Argentina’s President Javier Milei as a model for the UK’s future economic policy, advocating…

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Cleverly Takes Spotlight as Tories Rebrand—But a Real Plan Is Missing

James Cleverly’s appointment as the UK’s foreign secretary is part of a Conservative Party reshuffle aimed at revitalizing its leadership.…

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Six months of ‘shock and awe’ on immigration enforcement

Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has significantly intensified immigration enforcement through record federal funding and expanded deportation

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A civil rights organization declares a ‘state of emergency’ in the U.S.

The National Urban League has declared a "state of emergency" in response to recent federal rollbacks of diversity, equity, and…

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Will federal budget cuts affect space science?

The White House has proposed a nearly 24% reduction to NASA’s budget for fiscal year 2026, targeting key science research…

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UK’s asylum hotel bill down 30%, government says

The UK government has reported a 30% reduction in spending on hotel accommodation for asylum seekers, with costs falling to…

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Reform plans to spend up to £190k on assistants

Warwickshire County Council is considering allocating up to £190,000 to hire assistants as part of its broader reform efforts aimed…

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How will details on Epstein’s case help quell conspiracy theories?

Public interest in Jeffrey Epstein’s case remains high amid ongoing speculation and conspiracy theories. President Trump has called for the…

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The USDA wants states to hand over food stamp data by the end of July

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has set a July 30 deadline for states to submit detailed personal data on individuals…

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