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Trafficked, exploited, married off: Rohingya children's lives crushed by foreign aid cuts

Though the US spent just 1% of its budget on foreign aid, Trump dubbed USAID wasteful and shut it down, a move that has proven catastrophic for the world's most vulnerable.

Euronews

US Arms Sale to Taiwan of $11B Sparks China Fury, Beijing Vows to Take 'Necessary Measures'

The U.S. government has granted an arms package worth $11.15 billion to Taiwan in a move that is bound to fuel the tensions in U.S.-Taiwan-China relations.

International Business Times UK

Judge Moves to Reverse Federal Layoffs — Will Trump Fight Back?

A federal judge orders agencies to reverse hundreds of Trump-era layoffs, but a looming January deadline and possible appeal leave workers on edge.

International Business Times UK

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Takeaways from the AP's report on the impact of aid cuts on Rohingya children in Bangladesh

Severe foreign aid cuts imposed this year by U.S. President Donald Trump, along with funding reductions from other countries, shuttered thousands of schools and youth training centers in camps for Rohingya in Bangladesh and crippled child protection programs

The Independent UK

Kidnapped, married off, robbed of hope: US aid cuts contribute to exploitation of Rohingya children

The Independent UK

Trump’s White House chief rips Elon Musk for USAID cuts ‘no rational person’ could support

Wiles calls Elon Musk an ‘avowed’ ketamine user who kept sleeping bag in his office

The Independent UK

Trump staffers celebrated slashing USAID with cake despite concerns cuts would lead to millions of deaths

Days after news of the cuts to funding, a critical clinic treating patients with cholera in South Sudan closed

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While Americans choose between gifts and groceries, Donald Trump admin tackles its top priority -‘Woke’ fonts

Yes, yes, why address the real problems when you can fake responsibility.

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Trump's Privacy Invasion Gone Mad: Surrender 5 Years of Social Media or Face US Entry Ban

US border plan would force visitors to disclose five years of social media and personal data, raising privacy fears for millions using the Visa Waiver Program.

International Business Times UK

Wells refers expenses to parliamentary watchdog – as it happened

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Donald Trump’s bizarre post-2021 revenge plot is finally exposed as he targets those that keep everyone honest

He'll stop anyone from stopping his misinformation.

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US Visa Shock: Family Members' LinkedIn Profiles To Be Scrutinised

The US State Department has introduced sweeping new visa-screening rules requiring consular officers to scrutinise the LinkedIn and social-media profiles of applicants and their family members, sparking constitutional and civil-rights concerns.

International Business Times UK

96% of US Colleges Say Visa Delays Are Killing Enrollment: Inside the State Department's Catastrophic Failure

96% of US colleges cite visa problems as enrollment killer, with 91% experiencing denials and 96% reporting wait times preventing fall arrivals. Inside the State Department crisis.

International Business Times

US prioritizes visas for fans traveling for the World Cup, Olympics and other events

The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa applications from foreigners wishing the visit the United States to either invest in America or attend the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympics and other major sporting events

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Americans With Dual Passports Warned: Senator's New Bill Could Strip Key Benefits Overnight

A new bill from Senator Bernie Moreno would ban dual citizenship, forcing millions of Americans to renounce a foreign passport or give up their U.S. citizenship.

The Independent UK

Trump's immigration message is colliding with his welcome to World Cup fans

President Donald Trump will be taking center stage at the World Cup draw as he rolls out the welcome mat for teams and fans from around the globe

The Independent UK

The Latest: Lawmakers to hear from Navy admiral who ordered attack that killed boat strike survivors

The Navy admiral who reportedly issued orders for the U.S. military to fire upon survivors of an attack on an alleged drug boat is expected on Capitol Hill to provide a classified briefing to top congressional lawmakers overseeing national security

The Independent UK

The US will restrict visas for Nigerians and their families involved in violence against Christians

The State Department says the United States will restrict visas for Nigerians and their families involved in mass killings and violence against Christians in the West African country

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US adds more penalties to those linked to Tren de Aragua gang

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on alleged affiliates of the Tren de Aragua gang

The Independent UK

Trump tells airlines to consider Venezuela’s airspace closed as US military buildup continues in region

The FAA over the weekend advised airlines to ‘exercise caution’ when flying in the region amid ‘heightened military activity’

Euronews

The Trump administration will no longer mark World AIDS Day

The US State Department has announced it will no longer commemorate World AIDS Day with public messaging. This ends a decades-long tradition of raising awareness on 1 December.

The Independent UK

Trump team cancels funding for World AIDS Day commemorations after 37 years

State Department reportedly informed employees earlier this month to refrain from commemorative messaging on World AIDS Day

The Independent UK

Rights groups slam Trump administration for ending Myanmar deportation protection as civil war rages

Rights groups have criticized the Trump administration's decision to end deportation protections for Myanmar citizens

The Independent UK

Trump team says US wrote Ukraine peace plan amid ‘Russia wish list’ claim

US politicians claimed Secretary of State Marco Rubio told them a peace plan for the Russia-Ukraine war, promoted by the president, was a "wish list" from Russia, not an official US proposal. The State Department denied this account, and Mr Rubio publicly contradicted the senators, asserting the 28-point proposal was…

The Independent UK

Missouri seeks federal help in pressing China for $25 billion in COVID damages

Missouri's attorney general has asked the State Department to notify China that the state is attempting to seize Chinese-owned properties to collect on a nearly $25 billion court judgment

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