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Bill Gates, once the world's richest man, has spent much of his fortune fighting global poverty and disease. In a recent interview, Gates revealed that he has donated over $100 billion through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, with plans to give away even more.

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In a dramatic escalation of global trade tensions, President Donald Trump has unveiled sweeping tariffs on America's largest trading partners, prompting immediate retaliation from Canada and Mexico. The measures, announced on February 1, 2025, impose 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, along with an additional 10% tax on Chinese goods.

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Two employees of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) have been arrested for allegedly leaking surveillance footage of the tragic mid-air collision over the Potomac River to CNN. The crash involved an American Airlines flight and a military Black Hawk helicopter, resulting in the deaths of all 67 people on board both aircraft.

 
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In a dramatic turn of events, President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum have negotiated a temporary reprieve from escalating trade tensions, averting a potentially disastrous economic fallout. The agreement, announced on social media platforms, signifies a significant diplomatic effort to address mutual concerns over border security and trade practices.

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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva warned on Thursday that he would retaliate with his own tariffs if Donald Trump, the former US president, increased duties on Brazilian goods. While prepared to respond, Lula expressed a preference for improved relations over a trade war. Brazil is among the nations facing potential tariff hikes from Trump.

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A devastating mid-air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night resulted in multiple fatalities, prompting US President Donald Trump to question the circumstances surrounding the crash. The accident involved an American Airlines passenger jet carrying 64 passengers and crew and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter with three people on board. Both aircraft plunged into the Potomac River after impact, with emergency services recovering at least 18 bodies. No survivors have been found.

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