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Ex-Australian PM Morrison to Testify on China's Economic Coercion Before U.S. Panel
Former Australian PM Scott Morrison is set to testify before a U.S. House panel on July 19 about China's economic coercion. This comes as Australia and China are easing trade tensions after years of strain.


Texas GOP Faces Turmoil: Paxton's Senate Bid Sparks Concerns Amid Legal Woes, Cornyn Challenge
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's potential Senate bid against John Cornyn alarms Republicans due to Paxton's legal issues, despite his impressive fundraising. Meanwhile, Democrats eye opportunities in key states like Iowa, Ohio, and North Carolina, with retirements reshaping the 2026 Senate race landscape.

Blackstone has exited a consortium led by Susquehanna and General Atlantic to invest in TikTok's U.S. operations, amid mounting regulatory scrutiny. This move complicates efforts to address national security concerns and ByteDance's need to divest its U.S. holdings by September 2025.

Nintendo's latest release, 'Donkey Kong Bananza,' introduces a unique Artist Mode, allowing players to craft 3D sculptures akin to Blender's capabilities. Launched on Ingot Isle, the game is already acclaimed for its creativity and is a standout title for the Nintendo Switch 2, with more exciting releases on the horizon.

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In eastern Ukraine, children are subjected to Russian propaganda in schools, violating international law like the Fourth Geneva Convention. This includes indoctrination and military training by groups such as Yunarmia, with reports of forced relocations and a distorted curriculum portraying Ukraine negatively.

The U.S. is ramping up its support for Ukraine by heavily investing in its drone production through the April 2025 U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund. This comes as President Trump tightens policies against Russia and aims to bolster Ukraine's defense with advanced military technology and strategic partnerships.

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, is under U.S. investigation for alleged coup-related activities. The accusations include working with the U.S. to influence Brazil's judiciary, while tensions rise as Brazil's President Lula defends judicial independence.

Congress allocated $50 billion to rural healthcare following major Medicaid cuts, aiming to sustain services and recruit staff, but doubts linger over its sufficiency. The funding's effectiveness is clouded by unclear distribution details and concerns over the impact on regions heavily reliant on Medicaid.

The Rhode Island Deportation Defense Coalition has initiated 'Immigrant Defense Zones' in Providence, where over 25 businesses will deny ICE agents entry without a judicial warrant. This initiative is part of broader efforts to protect immigrants, alongside calls for the release of Paul Dama, detained by ICE, and increased community vigilance against immigration enforcement.
