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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Daniel Caine testified that Operation Epic Fury has cost $25 billion to date, defended relying on reconciliation to fund $200 billion in one-time industrial base investments, and acknowledged reviewing controversial cuts to Army aviation platforms while shifting away from the 'divest to invest' procurement strategy.

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Despite unprecedented material prosperity in developed societies, deep anxiety persists because we have abandoned the communal beliefs and collective purpose necessary for human flourishing, replacing them with narrow individualism and utility maximization.

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WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus praised Spain's leadership in facilitating the safe disembarkation of nearly 150 passengers from the MV Hondus cruise ship following a hantavirus outbreak, emphasizing that the successful multinational operation balanced legal obligations with humanitarian compassion while maintaining low risk to global health.

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President Trump announces maternal health initiatives including the launch of moms.gov, highlighting Trump RX's success in reducing fertility drug costs by 90% and detailing $50 billion in rural health investments alongside child care tax reforms.

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EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting covers expanded support for Ukraine including security guarantees and accelerated EU membership talks, new sanctions on Russian war crimes and Israeli settlers, and strengthened partnerships with Western Balkans and Gulf countries.

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Reuters journalists discuss their Pulitzer-winning investigations into Meta's harmful AI practices and Trump's campaign of governmental retribution, alongside finalist work on Southeast Asian scam centers and immigration crackdown photography, revealing the methodological innovations and human sourcing required to expose institutional abuse.

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Laura Fernández Delgado is sworn in as President of Costa Rica for the 2026-2030 constitutional term, receiving the presidential sash from outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves in a ceremony emphasizing institutional reform and the fight against corruption.

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At a London celebration for Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday, wildlife presenter Steve Backshall and BBC host Greg James reflected on his revolutionary impact on nature broadcasting, his masterful storytelling techniques, and his unique ability to inspire audiences across all age groups.

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Behind-the-scenes audio from Paris captures President Macron and officials preparing for France's Victory in Europe Day ceremony, featuring interactions with WWII veterans, Resistance medal recipients, and the symbolic flame relighting at the Arc de Triomphe.

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The IOC announced Tokyo, Shanghai, Montreal, and Orlando as hosts for the 2028 Olympic Qualifying Series while pausing the 2030 Youth Olympic Games selection to reassess strategy, alongside unveiling new 'Fit for the Future' working groups focused on cost containment, athlete support, and program transparency.

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WHO reported on a cluster of eight Hantavirus (Andes virus) cases, including three deaths, linked to the MV Hondus cruise ship traveling from Argentina to Cape Verde, with the vessel now quarantined en route to Spain's Canary Islands under strict containment protocols.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney and Quebec Premier François Legault joined AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes to announce a landmark 150-jet A220 order from Airbus, showcasing Canada's aerospace manufacturing strength while emphasizing a strategic pivot toward deeper Asian trade partnerships to build economic resilience.