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Aug 2025
12m 53s

Russia-Ukraine, DC police, Tesla in Norw...

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatens "severe consequences" if Russian President Vladimir Putin does not agree to peace in Ukraine ahead of their summit. Trump pushes for congressional approval to extend federal control of Washington's city police force beyond 30 days. A boost for Tesla car sales in Norway despite Elon Musk’s politics. And how music is helpi ... Show More
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