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As Trump returns to power, allies and adversaries expect a wave of revenge

New York Times: Trump has vowed retribution against critics after presidential victory.

Smile, flatter and barter: How the world is prepping for Trump part II

New York Times: Foreign leaders rush, once again, to ingratiate themselves with Trump.

Man marries woman after concussion caused him to forget she dumped him

He had no idea they were no longer a couple.

Trump advised Putin not to escalate in Ukraine: report

During the US election campaign, Trump said he would find a solution to end the war.

How Harris and Biden lost to Trump, leaving Democrats in shambles

Democrats failed to connect with voters, focusing too much on Trump, leading to losses.

Who is Susie Wiles - Trump's incoming White House chief of staff?

Susie Wiles has already lasted longer than any other member of staff Trump has hired.

Watch: Trump shows off royal connections as he praises 'beautiful' King Charles

Footage also shows the president-elect discussing his relationship with the late Queen.

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Yes, Trump's a bad guy – but he won and should be better than Biden

OPINION: Trump's a big mouth - it’s hard to know what’s real and what’s bluff.

Shane Te Pou: Why Kamala Harris lost and the lessons for NZ’s Labour Party

OPINION: Harris didn’t provide a clear pathway forward or offer real hope.

'Ice maiden': The mastermind of Trump's return to power

Susie Wiles will be the first woman to be chief of staff in the White House.

The one essential bet that paid off: How Trump won and Harris lost

New York Times: The surprising campaign strategy behind Trump's win.

10 takeaways from the night Trump marched back to the White House

New York Times: America’s democracy will again be put to the test.

S&P 500, Nasdaq end at records again after Fed rate cut

The favoured inflation gauge has eased and economic growth has been robust.

43 monkeys on the loose after escaping US research centre

Authorities urge residents to keep their doors and windows locked.

Trump campaign quietly distances itself from RFK jnr after new vaccine safety comments

Concerns supporter would struggle to make it through security clearance for top role.

Trump's inner circle: Who will run the new White House administration?

Financial Times: Trump is expected to prize loyalty in his picks for key posts.

Elon Musk helped elect Trump. What does he expect in return?

New York Times: Trump's best-known backer has a series of requests.

Watch: Biden stresses need to 'bring down the temperature'

Biden urges Americans to lower the political temperature after Trump’s election win.