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Newsom draws criticism after citing low SAT score and dyslexia at Atlanta book event
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom faced backlash after telling Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and an audience in Georgia that he scored 960 on the SAT and said he cannot read prepared speeches, remarks critics argued were patronizing. Newsom said he was describing his lifelong struggle with dyslexia.
Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun stated at a regular press briefing that Jimmy Lai should be severely punished according to the law and accused external forces of interfering in Hong Kong's judicial process and China's internal affairs. The remarks responded to Washington's hopes for Lai's release on humanitarian grounds and speculation about easing Hong Kong-related sanctions. The ministry urged the US to safeguard stable China-US relations and peace in the Taiwan Strait.
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India has achieved the strongest trade agreement with the United States compared to other Asian countries, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. He underscored the importance of the bilateral ties and the scale of the US economy. The minister noted India's efforts to expand its global trade partnerships.
Tesla's Supercharging network in the United States has surpassed 3,000 stations. This milestone reflects a roughly 20% expansion since the start of 2025.
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The US Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's use of the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose sweeping tariffs. The decision delivers a major setback to his trade policy and raises questions over deals with South Korea and others. Trump responded by ordering a new 10 percent global tariff.
U.S. freestyle skier Hunter Hess and teammate Chris Lillis said they felt conflicted representing the United States at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics amid debate over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement. President Donald Trump responded on Truth Social, calling Hess “a real Loser” and saying it was “very hard to root” for him.
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Fighter jets of the Philippine Air Force conducted a five-day bilateral exercise alongside US B-52 bombers over the West Philippine Sea. Held from February 2 to 6, the training aimed to boost interoperability between the two forces. It featured live drops, air defense scenarios, and joint patrols.
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