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Learn more about Scott Bessent, the hedgefund manager nominated as the new US Treasury Secretary in the Trump administration.

Ukrainian troops now occupy just over half of the territory they conquered earlier this year in the Russian region of Koersk. They are fighting to maintain a strong negotiating position.

Former President Bill Clinton is on tour promoting his new book while offering disappointed Democrats a ray of hope. Read more on telegraaf.nl.

An American kayaker who was believed to have tragically died after going missing during a kayak trip in Wisconsin has reappeared, revealing that he staged his own death to escape his family.

German Defense Minister Pistorius has offered the party leadership to Scholz, resolving the internal struggle within SPD. Read more on telegraaf.nl

Reports suggest that Russia is planning to divide Ukraine into three separate parts, with each part having different affiliations.

The United States has officially recognized Edmundo González as the elected president of Venezuela, as announced by Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

President Donald Trump is considering appointing Matthew Whitaker as the US representative to NATO, calling him a loyal patriot who will prioritize America's interests.

US President Joe Biden has agreed to provide antipersonnel mines to Ukraine after concerns over the risks involved, according to The Washington Post.

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to select Linda McMahon as the Secretary of Education and Dr. Oz to lead healthcare programs for seniors, disabled, and low-income individuals.

A Dutch citizen, identified as Peter in his sixties, was kidnapped by criminals in Brazil and eventually released after his daughter paid the requested ransom of approximately 25,000 euros.

Parts of Pakistan and India have been suffering from apocalyptic levels of suffocating smog for weeks, leading to life-threatening situations. Authorities are taking measures to address the extreme pollution.

Controversial appointments of Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth to Trump's new cabinet face backlash due to allegations of sexual misconduct.

Construction of the multi-billion dollar new Iron Curtain has begun in Poland. The fortress will include layers of defenses such as steel walls, razor wire, tank ditches, and minefields to secure NATO's eastern flank.

The recent US election results have led to a major defeat for the Democrats, who now find themselves assessing the damage and planning their next moves. How will the country react to this shift in power?

Israel is on the brink of potentially agreeing to a ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanon, while the conflict in Gaza continues with no signs of stopping.

Oxford professor Tim Coulson predicts that octopuses could evolve to develop complex civilizations underwater, potentially replacing humans as the dominant species on Earth.

Billionaire Elon Musk, appointed by incoming president Donald Trump as head of the new Ministry for Government Efficiency, has held a meeting with the Iranian UN ambassador, Amir Saeid Iravani.

A public hearing in the US Congress aimed to reduce the secrecy surrounding unidentified flying objects (UFOs) but instead raised more questions and increased mystery.

A suicide bomber detonated explosives at the Supreme Court in Brasilia, Brazil, causing panic and leading to the death of the attacker. The incident prompted the evacuation of judges and heightened security measures in the capital.

The Taliban in Afghanistan have executed their sixth public execution since 2021, when the group regained control of the country. A convicted murderer was shot dead with three bullets in a sports stadium filled with thousands of spectators.

President-elect Donald Trump is moving quickly to fill top positions in his new administration, including appointing Elon Musk to lead a new department focusing on streamlining federal bureaucracy.

Ukraine prepares for a second Russian counteroffensive in Kursk as Moscow mobilizes troops for a major assault. President Zelensky warns of a formidable Russian army presence in the region.

Bhutan, a tiny country in the eastern Himalayas, aims to construct a new city called Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) to promote mindfulness and attract both spiritual residents and tourists.

The recent phone call between Donald Trump and Russian President Putin has sparked controversy over potential violation of the Logan Act. Despite accusations, legal experts suggest prosecution is unlikely.

The threat of import tariffs on European products is causing anxiety in the European Union. This article discusses whether Viktor Orbán and Giorgia Meloni can prevent a potential trade war with the United States.

According to reports, a large number of Russian and North Korean soldiers have been surrounded in the Ukrainian-occupied part of Koersk, with an offensive expected to start soon.

President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk recently met at Trump's golf resort in Florida to reportedly discuss Ukraine and potential future collaborations. Musk's role in Trump's administration is also under speculation.

The legacy of the Berlin Wall still affects the thoughts and lives of East Germans 35 years after its fall. Discussions continue about the impact of the wall and the disparities between East and West Germany.

The recent political developments in the US shed light on the reasons behind the shocking defeat of the Democrats and the rise of Donald Trump's Republicans to power.