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Trump is trying his toxic beta-male handshake, and Charles is having absolutely none of it.

Trump is trying his toxic beta-male handshake, and Charles is having absolutely none of it.

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Trump in Davos, Switzerland: "Without us, right now you'd all be speaking German". German is the main language of Switzerland.

Trump in Davos, Switzerland: "Without us, right now you'd all be speaking German". German is the main language of Switzerland.

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Melania Trump is chairing a UN Security Council meeting. I'm not joking. The US currently holds the presidency of the council and that's who Trump chose as chair.

Melania Trump is chairing a UN Security Council meeting. I'm not joking. The US currently holds the presidency of the council and that's who Trump chose as chair.

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Hegseth asked about Russia helping Iran to target Americans: "We're not concerned about that... The only ones that need to be worried right now are Iranians that think they're going to live." A grotesquely indiscriminate threat against the entire Iranian population.

Hegseth asked about Russia helping Iran to target Americans: "We're not concerned about that... The only ones that need to be worried right now are Iranians that think they're going to live." A grotesquely indiscriminate threat against the entire Iranian population.

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Trump: "The President of the United States Gavin Newscum admitted that he has learning disabilities." Yes, he actually called Gavin Newsom the "President of the United States" while trying to insult his cognition.

Trump: "The President of the United States Gavin Newscum admitted that he has learning disabilities." Yes, he actually called Gavin Newsom the "President of the United States" while trying to insult his cognition.

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"It could last six days, six weeks. I doubt six months." — Donald Rumsfeld on the Iraq War (7 Feb 2003).

"It could last six days, six weeks. I doubt six months." — Donald Rumsfeld on the Iraq War (7 Feb 2003).

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Vance: "Which regime in the world has civil nuclear power and enrichment without having a nuclear weapon? The answer is - no one." Germany, Netherlands, Brazil and Japan all have civil nuclear power and the ability to enrich uranium. None have nuclear weapons.

Vance: "Which regime in the world has civil nuclear power and enrichment without having a nuclear weapon? The answer is - no one." Germany, Netherlands, Brazil and Japan all have civil nuclear power and the ability to enrich uranium. None have nuclear weapons.

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RFK Jr: "Two weeks ago we ended, under your leadership, a twenty year war on women". Three out of five men in this shot have been accused of sexual misconduct, harassment or abusive behaviour towards women. A fourth signed into law a near-total abortion ban in his state.

RFK Jr: "Two weeks ago we ended, under your leadership, a twenty year war on women". Three out of five men in this shot have been accused of sexual misconduct, harassment or abusive behaviour towards women. A fourth signed into law a near-total abortion ban in his state.

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German Chancellor Merz sets the record straight after Trump tries to draw moral equivalence between Russia and Ukrainian actions: "Ukraine is only targeting military targets. Not civilians, not private [property], not energy infrastructure. This is the difference."

German Chancellor Merz sets the record straight after Trump tries to draw moral equivalence between Russia and Ukrainian actions: "Ukraine is only targeting military targets. Not civilians, not private [property], not energy infrastructure. This is the difference."

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Trump one week ago: "It's a good thing for him [Carney] to sign a trade deal. If he can get a deal with China, he should do that." Trump today: "If Canada makes a deal with China, it will immediately be hit with a 100% Tariff against all Canadian goods and products".

Trump one week ago: "It's a good thing for him [Carney] to sign a trade deal. If he can get a deal with China, he should do that." Trump today: "If Canada makes a deal with China, it will immediately be hit with a 100% Tariff against all Canadian goods and products".

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Macron denounces Elon Musk's "unacceptable interference" in European democracies by supporting "a new reactionary international". He's the 4th European leader in the last day to speak against Musk following Olaf Scholz, Keir Starmer & Jonas Gahr Støre. Action must follow words.

Macron denounces Elon Musk's "unacceptable interference" in European democracies by supporting "a new reactionary international". He's the 4th European leader in the last day to speak against Musk following Olaf Scholz, Keir Starmer & Jonas Gahr Støre. Action must follow words.

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The EU flag is flying at Hungary’s parliament again after Péter Magyar was sworn in as prime minister — the first time it’s been displayed there since Viktor Orbán had it removed in 2014.

The EU flag is flying at Hungary’s parliament again after Péter Magyar was sworn in as prime minister — the first time it’s been displayed there since Viktor Orbán had it removed in 2014.

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Richard Tice in 2018 on George Soros' donation to UK groups: "He doesn't live here. He doesn't pay taxes here. What right has he got to interfere with our democracy?" Tice in 2024 ahead of Elon Musk's donation to Reform UK: "If Mr Musk can legally donate... We'd be delighted."

Richard Tice in 2018 on George Soros' donation to UK groups: "He doesn't live here. He doesn't pay taxes here. What right has he got to interfere with our democracy?" Tice in 2024 ahead of Elon Musk's donation to Reform UK: "If Mr Musk can legally donate... We'd be delighted."

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During the incredibly awkward FIFA Peace Prize ceremony, Trump had to put on his own medal. Humiliating. Trump will have HATED this.

During the incredibly awkward FIFA Peace Prize ceremony, Trump had to put on his own medal. Humiliating. Trump will have HATED this.

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Sunak's Tory farewell speech: "We reduced absolute poverty. We reduced child poverty. We reduced pensioner poverty". Children in poverty in 2010: 3.6m Children in poverty in 2024: 4.3m Pensioners in poverty in 2010: 1.6m Pensioners in poverty in 2024: 2.1m A liar til the end.

Sunak's Tory farewell speech: "We reduced absolute poverty. We reduced child poverty. We reduced pensioner poverty". Children in poverty in 2010: 3.6m Children in poverty in 2024: 4.3m Pensioners in poverty in 2010: 1.6m Pensioners in poverty in 2024: 2.1m A liar til the end.

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Trump says he wants to take over Gaza. Do you agree? Farage: "The thought of a wealthy wonderful thriving place with well-paid jobs, casinos, nightlife... It sounds very appealing to me."

Trump says he wants to take over Gaza. Do you agree? Farage: "The thought of a wealthy wonderful thriving place with well-paid jobs, casinos, nightlife... It sounds very appealing to me."

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There are little kids in the audience at today's White House turkey pardon, including JD Vance's three year old daughter in the front row - traditionally a light hearted, family-friendly event. And here's what Trump chose to talk about.

There are little kids in the audience at today's White House turkey pardon, including JD Vance's three year old daughter in the front row - traditionally a light hearted, family-friendly event. And here's what Trump chose to talk about.

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Utterly juvenile and unparliamentary antics from Kemi Badenoch during her response to the Budget. Desperate, undignified and ineffective. #Budget2026

Utterly juvenile and unparliamentary antics from Kemi Badenoch during her response to the Budget. Desperate, undignified and ineffective. #Budget2026

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Nigel Farage on Nadhim Zahawi in July 2022: "I thought Zahawi had principles. Tonight we learn, he's just about climbing that greasy pole."

Nigel Farage on Nadhim Zahawi in July 2022: "I thought Zahawi had principles. Tonight we learn, he's just about climbing that greasy pole."

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Nigel Farage, in his first House of Commons speech, describes John Bercow as the "little man" who "did his best to overturn the biggest democratic result in the history of our country". ReformUK already bringing indignity, personal abuse and lies to Parliament.

Nigel Farage, in his first House of Commons speech, describes John Bercow as the "little man" who "did his best to overturn the biggest democratic result in the history of our country". ReformUK already bringing indignity, personal abuse and lies to Parliament.

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Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's reaction as Trump says "Who knows better about surprise than Japan? Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Habour?" Undoubtedly the worst American diplomatic gaffe in post-war US-Japan history.

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's reaction as Trump says "Who knows better about surprise than Japan? Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Habour?" Undoubtedly the worst American diplomatic gaffe in post-war US-Japan history.

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Hungary’s parliament sings “Ode to Joy” — the anthem of Europe — after Péter Magyar is sworn in as prime minister. Hungary is once again a proud member of the European Union.

Hungary’s parliament sings “Ode to Joy” — the anthem of Europe — after Péter Magyar is sworn in as prime minister. Hungary is once again a proud member of the European Union.

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Coons: Trump said we never asked for and never received anything from NATO. Was that your experience in Afghanistan? Hegseth: The vast majority of my experience was frustration. Coons: 1/3 of all combat casualties were from NATO. Hegseth: I'd have to go back and check that.

Coons: Trump said we never asked for and never received anything from NATO. Was that your experience in Afghanistan? Hegseth: The vast majority of my experience was frustration. Coons: 1/3 of all combat casualties were from NATO. Hegseth: I'd have to go back and check that.

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"I have studied every air campaign since WWI... I've modelled the bombing of Fordow and regime change in Iran for 20 years... We are now in the grip of the escalation trap... This has never worked in over 100 years... Trump is up against the weight of history" - Robert A. Pape.

"I have studied every air campaign since WWI... I've modelled the bombing of Fordow and regime change in Iran for 20 years... We are now in the grip of the escalation trap... This has never worked in over 100 years... Trump is up against the weight of history" - Robert A. Pape.

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Deeply disturbed to see today's 'Unite the Kingdom' march in London with 100,000+ attendees. This was likely the largest far-right protest in British history and was led by Tommy Robinson and addressed by Elon Musk. The far-right are emboldened. But, here's the good news... 🧵

Deeply disturbed to see today's 'Unite the Kingdom' march in London with 100,000+ attendees. This was likely the largest far-right protest in British history and was led by Tommy Robinson and addressed by Elon Musk. The far-right are emboldened. But, here's the good news... 🧵

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Hegseth: "As a direct gift from the US to the world, we've established a powerful red, white & blue dome over the Strait." If it wasn't for the US, the Strait of Hormuz would be open, oil would be under $60 a barrel and the world wouldn't stand on the precipice of a recession.

Hegseth: "As a direct gift from the US to the world, we've established a powerful red, white & blue dome over the Strait." If it wasn't for the US, the Strait of Hormuz would be open, oil would be under $60 a barrel and the world wouldn't stand on the precipice of a recession.

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Trump looking absolutely inconsolable at his fascist-themed 79th birthday party which no one turned up to other than those who had to because he's their boss.

Trump looking absolutely inconsolable at his fascist-themed 79th birthday party which no one turned up to other than those who had to because he's their boss.

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Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski 🇵🇱🇪🇺 just schooled Czech Deputy Prime Minister Petr Macinka into accepting that the European Union operates as a democracy. Populists have nowhere to hide when met with hard facts. An extraordinary exchange. Well worth a watch.

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski 🇵🇱🇪🇺 just schooled Czech Deputy Prime Minister Petr Macinka into accepting that the European Union operates as a democracy. Populists have nowhere to hide when met with hard facts. An extraordinary exchange. Well worth a watch.

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Trump at the UN: "I look at London where you have a terrible mayor... Now they want to go to Sharia law." This is entirely false. London Mayor Sadiq Khan is politically moderate and has never ever called for Sharia law. This is Islamophobic propaghanda and bigotry.

Trump at the UN: "I look at London where you have a terrible mayor... Now they want to go to Sharia law." This is entirely false. London Mayor Sadiq Khan is politically moderate and has never ever called for Sharia law. This is Islamophobic propaghanda and bigotry.

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Kamala Harris at her closing campaign rally: "Donald Trump intends to use the United States Military against American citizens who simply disagree with him."

Kamala Harris at her closing campaign rally: "Donald Trump intends to use the United States Military against American citizens who simply disagree with him."

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King Charles to Trump: "In two world wars we fought together to defeat the forces of tyranny. Today, as tyranny once again faces Europe, we and our allies stand together in support of Ukraine to deter aggression and secure peace."

King Charles to Trump: "In two world wars we fought together to defeat the forces of tyranny. Today, as tyranny once again faces Europe, we and our allies stand together in support of Ukraine to deter aggression and secure peace."

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Starmer ravages Farage: "The honourable member for Clacton is not here... he's flown to America to badmouth and talkdown our country. And worse than that... he's gone to lobby the Americans to impose sanctions. You cannot get more unpatriotic than that. It's a disgrace." #PMQs

Starmer ravages Farage: "The honourable member for Clacton is not here... he's flown to America to badmouth and talkdown our country. And worse than that... he's gone to lobby the Americans to impose sanctions. You cannot get more unpatriotic than that. It's a disgrace." #PMQs

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Péter Magyar has been sworn in as prime minister of Hungary. The Viktor Orbán era is officially over.

Péter Magyar has been sworn in as prime minister of Hungary. The Viktor Orbán era is officially over.

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Trump says he specifically requested that Sadiq Khan should be excluded from the UK state banquet: "On immigration, he's a disaster." As mayor of London, Khan has no powers over immigration.

Trump says he specifically requested that Sadiq Khan should be excluded from the UK state banquet: "On immigration, he's a disaster." As mayor of London, Khan has no powers over immigration.

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Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin excoriates Farage for banning journalists from Reform UK events: "I'm asking you a direct question. Why do you ban journalists who oppose your views from coming to your events? Why did you tell local government not to do interviews with your local newspaper?"

Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin excoriates Farage for banning journalists from Reform UK events: "I'm asking you a direct question. Why do you ban journalists who oppose your views from coming to your events? Why did you tell local government not to do interviews with your local newspaper?"

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Reporter: Why didn't you notify Japan that you were going to attack Iran? Trump next to the Japanese PM: "Who knows better about surprise than Japan? Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Habour? You believe in surprise I think much more so than us."

Reporter: Why didn't you notify Japan that you were going to attack Iran? Trump next to the Japanese PM: "Who knows better about surprise than Japan? Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Habour? You believe in surprise I think much more so than us."

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Why was your phone was missing 5000 WhatsApps? "It looks as though it's something to do with the app going down and then, um, coming up again. But, somehow, automatically, um, erasing all the things between that date when it down and when it was last backed up." #CovidInquiry

Why was your phone was missing 5000 WhatsApps? "It looks as though it's something to do with the app going down and then, um, coming up again. But, somehow, automatically, um, erasing all the things between that date when it down and when it was last backed up." #CovidInquiry

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"Migrants, illegal or legal, weren't responsible for austerity. That was the Conservative government. Migrants were not responsible for Brexit. Migrants were not responsible for Liz Truss' failure of leadership." Brilliant audience contribution 👏 #bbcqt

"Migrants, illegal or legal, weren't responsible for austerity. That was the Conservative government. Migrants were not responsible for Brexit. Migrants were not responsible for Liz Truss' failure of leadership." Brilliant audience contribution 👏 #bbcqt

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Hard to imagine Trump, Biden, Vance and Harris having a good laugh after the election like Sunak, Starmer, Dowden and Rayner are. #KingsSpeech

Hard to imagine Trump, Biden, Vance and Harris having a good laugh after the election like Sunak, Starmer, Dowden and Rayner are. #KingsSpeech

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Hillary Clinton: "The Trump admin's position towards Ukraine is disgraceful.. The effort that Putin & Trump are making to profit off the misery & death of the Ukrainian people is a historic error & corrupt to the nth degree.. He's betrayed the West. He's betrayed human values."

Hillary Clinton: "The Trump admin's position towards Ukraine is disgraceful.. The effort that Putin & Trump are making to profit off the misery & death of the Ukrainian people is a historic error & corrupt to the nth degree.. He's betrayed the West. He's betrayed human values."

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