Why China Is Betting Big on Brazil’s Energy Sector

Many critics say China is an unreliable ally because it won’t defend countries like Iran or Venezuela. But what if the real issue is that China doesn’t believe in alliances the way the United States does? Watch the discussion - tinyurl.com/5e88p95f

Two districts need roads. One is poor, isolated, and needs a road to connect farmers to the market. The other is politically pivotal in the next election. Which one gets the road? That question reveals the politics behind development finance in Africa.

Most people explain the success of Transsion Holdings in Africa by pointing to affordable prices and features tailored for local consumers. But the real story runs much deeper.

Corporate clients in Panama Canal are increasingly asking how to navigate U.S.-China competition, critical infrastructure risks, and growing scrutiny of Chinese-linked investments. Watch - tinyurl.com/3d7sxs8w

Is Beijing Worried About Being Locked Out of Africa’s Minerals? How is China reacting to mineral alliances that sideline it in Africa? Geraud looks at Beijing’s rhetoric, risk calculus and concerns.

How Do Countries Industrialize When China Remains Dominant Even in Lower-End Manufacturing?

The U.S. as a Resident Power in the Gulf. From military buildup to direct operations, the U.S. is operating as a resident power, shaping events on the ground.

Why a Prolonged Iran War Is Bad News for China The longer the war continues, the harder it becomes for China to stay insulated. Rising energy prices, fuel rationing in nearby economies, and disrupted supply chains could eventually hit China's interests.

On the other hand, China’s state firms still build major projects abroad, but they’re investing less than before. Here is an explanation of why there is a shift in China’s state-led overseas investment.

FBI Director Cash Patel has been accused of using his position to hand out personalized whiskey bottles as favors to those he encounters on official business. This is just the latest in a series of questionable actions from the embattled director. Credit: @aaronparnas.bsky.social | Source #Scandal

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Jesse Watters promoted President Donald J. Trump's false claim that '86' was a mob term for murder. Watters used the term in July 2025 to describe people getting canceled by the mainstream media. I provide receipts along with the dictionary definition of the term - 86

A high capacity transmission line in Vernon county could pave the way for a controversial data center or other project. With no township zoning, one property sale could bring major change. Monday at 6, News 8 investigates. #vernoncounty #news8now #datacenter #powerline

Every few years they dust off the “communism lurking near our shores” script like your abuelo isn’t just trying to send money home and your Cuban coworker isn’t literally worried about making rent. Cold War fanfiction while the empire’s WiFi buffers.

Unc is more a state of mind, state of wisdom, a state of leadership.

A Palestinian girl cries after seeing a photo of her grandmother and aunt held as hostages by Israeli soldiers. Zionists are Satan's Chosen Terrorists.

Former DoD offical Lue Elizondo says scientist Amy Eskridge's claims of directed-energy attacks were taken seriously because similar UAP-related injuries were studied at the Pentagon. Source: Jilian Michaels

France suspends extra EU border checks at Dover after hours-long queues www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #Europe #France #Foryou #News #UnitedKingdom #World #Local #Business #Technology #Entertainment #Sports #Science #Health

Films today (Sat)...🍿 • I LOVE BOOSTERS 11:30am 1:55pm 4:25pm 7pm 9:30pm • THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY (4K) 11:50am 4:30pm 9pm • THE WILD BUNCH (35mm) 12pm* (*intro from Kin Cosner, @vanderbilt.edu retired lecturer) [Sat cont'd...1/2] > bit.ly/Belcourt-Films

On the show this week: • Internal revolt and external pressure collide in Iran and the battle of narratives intensifies • The White House is using AI bots to respond to the ICE killing of Renee Good • Cory Doctorow on how scrutiny has taken a backseat in the AI arms race ▶️ youtu.be/RQc5WhffayY

The public deserves competent health leadership. Instead, key federal health posts are vacant, and the ones that are filled include RFK Jr. Dr. Oz, a penile-implant specialist in the infectious disease chain of command and a non-scientist acting FDA commissioner. This is a crisis of competence.

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What does it actually take to move drones and autonomous systems from experimentation to employment across an entire hemisphere? Listen here: pod.link/682478916/ep...

Eles são canalhas, imundos. Uma quadrilha instalada no país! Pior cego manipulado é quem ainda não viu isso!

#OTD in 2014, Gareth Bale helped Real Madrid win their 10th European Cup as they finally overwhelmed arch-rivals Atletico Madrid in a compelling Champions League final in Lisbon. 🇪🇸 Real Madrid 4-1 Atlético Madrid 🇪🇸 #UCL #ATMRMA | May 24, 2014

Matthew Connell & Clarisse Bonello are two of the actors in writer & director Tim Wotherspoon's Victorian Theatre Company play Future Loves Burning / Age of Extremes. "Really versions of us," at The Motley Bauhaus. @3crmelbourne.bsky.social

So this is the biggest problem with this movie, Thor’s exposition bath

We need all hands on deck. Making history! Worldwide March! Stop Trump

Sometimes, when Sausage begs for treats and I’d otherwise say no, I’m struck with the intrusive thought that I could reincarnate as a cat, and that *I* would want more treats—so I end up pushing *myself* over and giving them to her 🤣😭🤌🏼🤌🏼 #VideoDescription: I feed a black and white tuxedo cat treats.

Reports indicate Israeli forces raided al-Mughayyir village, fired flares over Jabalia camp, and bombed al-Faluja area in Gaza. A Palestinian truck crashed after settler attack near Atara. #Israel https://osint-signals.com/summary/725

“All you see in the cipher is a man who stood for his people and his country.” The nation is proud of Imran Khan. #ReleaseKhanSaveHisHealth

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🇫🇷 "We need to consider the effect climate policies have on the poorest." @gemenne.bsky.social tells #F24Debate designing just and equitable strategies is key to #France's energy transition.

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Eat. Balance. Repeat. You don’t need to be a saint in the kitchen to see results. It’s all about the rhythm of your plate. Whether it's your daily bowl of oats or that once-a-month pizza party, balance is where the magic happens. Follow pallaviqslimfitness.com for insights on health & wellness.

Mosques are asking worshippers to pray in shifts, as authorities issue threats against congregations https://aje.news/0tgqnz

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Rest and come back stronger. Another big week for the markets kicks off tomorrow. #Weekend #NYC #Stocks #daytrader #finance101 $SPY $QQQ

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🗣️🇨🇦 @trueeager.bsky.social introduces a new political term: “Smith-Speak” 👀🔥 When the message changes depending on the audience 😳 Full episode ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogzV... Like, share & subscribe 🦫 #cdnpoli #DanielleSmith #Alberta #abpoli

DOJ targets E. Jean Carroll, Paxton wins Texas runoff, 60 Minutes CECOT reporter fired, and Biden sues DOJ over memoir recordings. #TheDailyBeans Headlines of the Day! 🫘 with @muellershewrote.com & @dgcomedy.bsky.social #MSWMedia Listen: the-daily-beans.simplecast.com/episodes/tru...

Back to Monster Hunter Stories 3 the Demo! We are are in the country of Azuria and the princess and Simon race off on their Monsters to the castle! #MonsterHunter #MonsterHunterStories #MonsterHunterStories3 #Capcom #VideoGames

@genesperling.bsky.social: President Trump is doubling down on tariffs, risking even higher prices, weaker job growth, and more economic uncertainty instead of prioritizing consumers, small businesses, and long-term growth.

🎪 'Lle diogel a saff i gael amser tawel i ffwrdd o’r prysurdeb' Mae gofod newydd ar faes Eisteddfod yr Urdd eleni yn cynnig 'man diogel i bobl ifanc ac oedolion ag anableddau dysgu' yn ôl un sydd wedi cael profiad yno

A little Ukrainian girl is shouting at the russians to get out of her Ukraine.

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Our democracy is under threat. From the Kremlin to Mar-a-Lago, powerful men are trying to destroy our great country. Our new laws would ban foreign money, block foreign ads, and stop tech giants like Elon Musk buying influence. We need action now. Only our party is offering it.

2 June — ARABIAN GULF / TOWARD KHARG The U.S. then disabled the M/T LEXIE, again with a HELLFIRE into the engine room after repeated warnings. Like Lian Star, it was disabled, not sunk. So the sequence had already become a real maritime tit-for-tat, not just threats and statements.

Thank you, Beth! 💙 @ladybug014.bsky.social @hendrixgirl.bsky.social @neesiefromca.bsky.social @kgusler.bsky.social @skyviewfarm.bsky.social @drshowup.bsky.social @saneman.bsky.social @unewme.bsky.social @bluestormcomin1.bsky.social @raykwong.lol

the old testament if a false book The New Bible Dictionary 1988 Edition,p.305 states: “A FURTHER IMPLICATION IS THAT MOSES WOULD HAVE AN EGYPTIAN EDUCATION, ONE OF THE BEST AVAILABLE IN HIS DAY.” Be that as it may, Pharaoh would never have spoken with him in the language of the slaves - hebrew!

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Why Slot LOST Liverpool Job: Lack of Hard Work & Bad Season! @GagsTandon & @GrizzKhan on Chat G&G

"Kind of emblematic of their team, they're just trusting the process here." @emilymkaplan on the Hurricanes' lack of changes ahead of Game 2 🏒