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Biden ramps up calls for urgent investigation into origins of COVID-19

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5 years ago

May 27, 2021

US President Joe Biden has announced he will ramp up efforts to determine the origins of Covid-19, as speculation grows that it came from a lab leak

Biden has asked the country’s intelligence organisations to “redouble their efforts” and establish a definitive conclusion within 90 days.

In a statement, the President says, “As part of the report, I have asked for areas of further inquiry that may be required including specific questions for China.”

The President continued stating “the U-S will keep working with like-minded partners around the world to press China to participate in a full, transparent, evidence-based international investigation”.

Previous investigations have been handballed to the World Health Organisation but Biden seems committed to having his country take the lead this time around.

This follows a Wall Street Journal article published over the weekend.

It states three researchers from Wuhan’s Institute of Virology became so ill with an unknown virus in November 2019 that they were hospitalised.

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Stocks rebound as Bitcoin and tech surge ahead of Fed meeting

Stocks rebound as tech and bitcoin rise, fueled by optimism over potential Fed interest rate cuts.

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1 hour ago

December 3, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Stocks rebound as tech and bitcoin rise, fueled by optimism over potential Fed interest rate cuts.

Stocks bounced back today as investors cheered gains in technology shares and bitcoin. Optimism is building around a potential interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve on December 10, fueling a bullish mood in the markets.

December has historically been a strong month for equities, with the S&P 500 averaging more than a 1% gain. Analysts are watching closely as the final weeks of the year could set the tone for 2026.

For expert insights, Chris Weston from Pepperstone breaks down what investors should watch and how the market could react to the Fed’s next move.

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Kristi Noem pushes to expand U.S. travel ban amid rising security concerns

Noem calls for expanding U.S. travel ban amid security concerns following a deadly shooting, citing risks from additional countries.

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2 hours ago

December 3, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Noem calls for expanding U.S. travel ban amid security concerns following a deadly shooting, citing risks from additional countries.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is calling for a major expansion of the U.S. travel ban, arguing that more countries are sending dangerous migrants into the United States. Her proposal would widen the list from 19 to as many as 30 nations, although the exact countries have not been named.

The push follows a deadly shooting in Washington that killed a young Army specialist and left another critically injured. Noem says the attack highlights growing national security gaps.

The conversation is now shifting to how the U.S. evaluates travel risks and the broader political consequences.

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Putin says Russia is ready for war if Europe attacks

Putin warns of war with Europe if attacked, criticizing U.S. peace proposal changes and accusing leaders of undermining peace.

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2 hours ago

December 3, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Putin warns of war with Europe if attacked, criticizing U.S. peace proposal changes and accusing leaders of undermining peace.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Moscow is prepared for war with Europe if it is attacked, accusing European leaders of undermining peace efforts. His remarks escalate tensions amid ongoing conflict and growing fears of broader confrontation.

Putin also criticised recent changes to a U.S. peace proposal for Ukraine, calling them “absolutely unacceptable” and highlighting what he sees as major obstacles to negotiation. He insists any agreement must address the deeper causes of the conflict.

NATO officials have dismissed Putin’s comments, saying the alliance remains united and resolute. The warning comes as geopolitical pressure mounts and diplomatic channels continue to strain.

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