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U.S. Senate Advances Bill to End Federal Shutdown
10
Nov

U.S. Senate Advances Bill to End Federal Shutdown

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The U.S. Senate has advanced a bipartisan bill aimed at ending the ongoing federal government shutdown, moving one step closer to restoring operations after days of political stalemate. The measure, which includes several budget amendments, passed a key procedural hurdle on Saturday. However, even if the Senate ultimately approves the bill, it must still clear […]

TAIWAN-EU RELATIONS Taiwan Vice President Urges EU Support amid China Threats Bi-Khim Hsiao Speaks at European Parliament on Democracy Taiwan's Vice President, Bi-Khim Hsiao, addressed the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China in Brussels, encouraging Europe to support Taiwan's democracy in the face of escalating Chinese pressure. Speaking at the European Parliament for the first time as a senior official, Vice President Hsiao emphasised the significance of global cooperation in the face of attempts to isolate Taiwan. She was joined by Foreign Minister Ling Jialong on a visit that had not been officially reported in advance. Luke de Pulfort, IPAC's executive director, highlighted the importance of the visit in terms of international backing.
09
Nov

U.S. Government Shutdown: Graham Blasts ‘Health Care Cartel’ in Fiery Senate Debate

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During a rare Saturday Senate session held amid the ongoing 2025 U.S. government shutdown, Republican Senators Lindsey Graham and John Hoeven delivered sharp criticism of the current health care system and the Biden administration’s handling of the crisis. Senator Graham accused what he called the “health care cartel” major insurance companies of reaping record profits […]