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Jimmy Carter, former president, humanitarian, dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, 39th U.S. President and Nobel laureate, dies at 100; notable for post-presidency humanitarian efforts, peace work.

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Jimmy Carter, 39th U.S. President and Nobel laureate, dies at 100; notable for post-presidency humanitarian efforts, peace work.

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has passed away at the age of 100.

Carter’s presidency from 1977 to 1981 faced significant challenges, including the Iran hostage crisis and economic difficulties.

Despite these issues, he brokered a historic peace agreement between Israel and Egypt and continued to focus on humanitarian work post-presidency.

Jimmy Carter sat with a child receiving care for Guinea worm at a hospital in Ghana in 2007. PHOTO: THE CARTER CENTER

Born in Plains, Georgia, Carter took over his family farm after serving in the U.S. Navy.

He entered politics, serving in the Georgia State Senate and later as governor. His rise to the presidency was marked by his campaigning as an outsider in the wake of the Watergate scandal.

Carter’s presidency was marked by high inflation, an ongoing energy crisis, and the infamous hostage situation in Iran.

Although he faced criticism for his handling of these crises, he had notable achievements such as the Camp David Accords and domestic deregulation efforts.

Following his presidency, Carter became known for his extensive humanitarian efforts through the Carter Center, focusing on global health and human rights. His work earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

Carter remained active in his community and church and continued to speak publicly even after a cancer diagnosis in 2015.

He is remembered as an influential figure not just in American politics but also in humanitarian efforts across the globe. Carter is survived by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

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Russia test-launches nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile

Russia successfully tests nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile, with Putin declaring it ready for deployment amid rising tensions over Ukraine

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Russia successfully tests nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile, with Putin declaring it ready for deployment amid rising tensions over Ukraine

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– Russia tested the Burevestnik cruise missile, claiming it is ready for deployment after a successful 14,000-kilometre flight.
– Concerns about the missile’s safety persist due to previous failed tests and a fatal incident during development.
Russia tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, claiming it is ready for deployment.

President Vladimir Putin announced the successful test, which demonstrated a flight of 14,000 kilometers over 15 hours. The announcement comes amid heightened nuclear rhetoric related to tensions over Ukraine.Banner

Putin described the missile, also known as “Storm Petrel” or “Skyfall,” as “invincible,” claiming its design allows it to evade current and future missile defense systems.

Western analysts have raised doubts regarding its effectiveness and safety, citing a high failure rate in testing, with only two successful tests out of 13 since 2016.

Concerns Raised

The Burevestnik’s development has faced significant setbacks, including a 2019 explosion during testing that resulted in fatalities and radiation release. The incident raised concerns about the safety of nuclear propulsion systems.

The missile’s development aligns with Russia’s strategic interests following the U.S. withdrawal from the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty in 2001. Its introduction coincides with intensified nuclear rhetoric from Russia as the conflict in Ukraine persists into its fourth year.

Russia’s nuclear posturing includes recent drills showcasing intercontinental ballistic missiles, coinciding with geopolitical tensions as Russia employs such threats to influence Western support in Ukraine.


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Trump meets Xi and Albanese at ASEAN Summit

Trump’s ASEAN talks with Xi and Albanese may reshape Indo-Pacific trade, defense, and critical minerals strategies.

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Trump’s ASEAN talks with Xi and Albanese may reshape Indo-Pacific trade, defense, and critical minerals strategies.


President Trump’s talks with Xi Jinping and Anthony Albanese at the ASEAN Summit could redefine trade, defence, and critical minerals strategy across the Indo-Pacific.

Professor Tim Harcourt from UTS joins to unpack the global and regional implications.

#ASEAN #Trump #XiJinping #AnthonyAlbanese #Trade #Defence #AUKUS #CriticalMinerals #USChina #IndoPacific


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Bitcoin tops $110K as South Korea reforms crypto rules

Bitcoin surpasses $110,000 as South Korea reforms boost crypto and Coinbase expands into tokenised securities, reshaping inflation debates.

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Bitcoin surpasses $110,000 as South Korea reforms boost crypto and Coinbase expands into tokenised securities, reshaping inflation debates.


Bitcoin has surged past $110,000 amid South Korea’s sweeping digital asset reforms and Coinbase’s expansion into tokenised securities.

Peter Chung from Presto Research joins to unpack what’s driving crypto’s comeback and how it’s reshaping the inflation hedge debate.

#Bitcoin #Crypto #DigitalAssets #Coinbase #SouthKorea #Blockchain #InflationHedge #Tokenisation


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