Can Germany’s Welfare State Survive Aging & Rising Defense Costs?
Germany’s welfare model is under pressure as recession, an aging population, and rising defense costs put its postwar safety net to the test.
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Russia’s Massive Overnight Strikes on Ukraine’s Military Sites
Russia says it hit Ukraine’s military sites overnight with drones and missiles, while Kyiv intercepted hundreds of attacks.
Thailand Appoints Phumtham Wechayachai as Acting PM in Caretaker Cabinet
Deputy PM Phumtham Wechayachai steps in as acting prime minister after a court ruling ends Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s term, with a caretaker cabinet guiding Thailand until a new PM is voted in.
Vietnam Taps Le Hoai Trung as Acting Foreign Minister 🌏
Le Hoai Trung was officially sworn in as Vietnam’s Acting Foreign Minister in Hanoi, marking a key step for the country’s global engagement.
U.S. Bars President Abbas from New York UN Summit
U.S. bars Palestinian President Abbas and 80 PLO/PA members from the UN General Assembly in New York, citing security and policy reasons, even as allies push to recognize a Palestinian state.
U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down Most of Trump’s Tariffs 🚨
A U.S. appeals court ruled most of Trump’s tariffs illegal under emergency law, undercutting his trade-war strategy. Levies stay until Oct 14 as appeals continue. ⚖️
WHO Sounds the Alarm on Worsening Cholera Outbreaks
WHO warns cholera outbreaks are spiraling across 31 countries, urging urgent action on safe water, sanitation, hygiene and vaccination to curb this global health crisis.
Israel Recovers Hostage Remains Amid Intensifying Gaza Offensive
IDF recovers remains of Israeli hostage Ilan Weiss as Gaza offensive intensifies, halting daily aid pauses and signaling major push in Gaza City.
Trump’s Shipping Shake-Up Ends Era of Ultra-Cheap International Post 💸📦
Trump’s August 29 shake-up ends ultra-cheap international shipping, reshaping online shopping costs and small business strategies across South and Southeast Asia.
Tariffs Send U.S. Black Beauty Market Prices Soaring
The U.S. Black beauty market ($9B+) is feeling the pinch as a 30% levy on imports from the Chinese mainland drives up costs, leaving business owners scrambling.