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Putin has ordered 160,000 Russian men aged 18-30 to join the military, following the 150,000 recruits called up in spring 2024. This apparent muscle-flexing aims to boost Russia’s military capacity amid the Ukraine conflict, even as diplomatic efforts—including chats with Trump—yield little actual progress on the battlefield.

Asian superpowers South Korea, China, and Japan have convened their first economic summit in five years to coordinate responses to Trump’s proposed tariffs, particularly those targeting the automotive industry. The nations aim to strengthen free trade and regional cooperation to maintain economic stability despite these challenges.

An 11-year-old girl fell into the River Thames near London’s South Bank around 5:30 PM on Monday, sparking a massive rescue operation. Emergency services deployed boats and search dogs while battling the river’s current. The search has been ongoing for hours as authorities investigate and appeal for witnesses. Locals are understandably concerned about river safety.

Experts suggest Denmark should handle Trump’s Greenland interest with a clear no, while offering a grand deal for security cooperation that excludes Russia and China. They recommend inviting American investment in mining and energy, plus a symbolic royal reception for Trump – all while maintaining Danish sovereignty over Greenland.

Three missing US soldiers have been found dead in Lithuania after disappearing during military exercises near Pabrade. Their armored vehicle was discovered in a swamp shortly after they went missing. The search for the fourth soldier continues. Over 1,000 American troops rotate through Lithuania as part of defense efforts.

Elon Musk has apparently described some legal action as “misuse” of the judicial system, though specific details aren’t available in the search results. This likely relates to his general criticisms of legal proceedings. The tech billionaire has previously made comments about the legal system, which fits his pattern of candidly sharing opinions about institutions he…

Nakskov Library in Denmark has restricted access for people under 18 during self-service hours after experiencing vandalism from youth groups. Starting April 2025, minors must be accompanied by adults after incidents where groups of up to 20 young people damaged books and furniture, creating an uncomfortable environment for other patrons.

The US embassy has controversially asked Danish companies to confirm they don’t have diversity programs violating American law. Danish Industry’s director Kinga Szabo Christensen called this “completely unprecedented,” as it interferes with European companies’ management rights. The request stems from Trump-era policies targeting diversity initiatives.

Trump’s trade policies and threats against Danish companies put them in a severe dilemma. The core issue stems from his previous statements about imposing high tariffs on Danish goods if Denmark doesn’t give the US more control over Greenland—a move that has frightened both consumers and business leaders alike.

American stocks are crashing in 2025, underperforming compared to European markets. The tech-heavy Nasdaq has been falling all year, with Nvidia particularly affected by competition. Trump’s unpredictable policies have created uncertainty, causing investors to withdraw money from US markets and invest elsewhere as post-election euphoria fades.