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USAID office closed, Trump’s Panama threat, Oscar nominee won’t drop out & more

Feb 3, 2025
Unexpected news as the U.S. Agency for International Development office suddenly closes, raising eyebrows about funding and political implications. Trump's threats concerning the Panama Canal intensify a growing public backlash against upcoming tariffs. The courtroom drama unfolds with Luis Rubiales facing a high-profile sexual assault trial. Meanwhile, controversy stirs as an Oscar nominee refuses to bow out of the competition, keeping the spotlight on this year's high-stakes awards race.
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