President Trump's address at the White House for the Commander-in-Chief Trophy presentation to the victorious 2024 Navy Midshipmen football team. The President congratulates the team, highlighting their impressive season, key players, and their victories over rivals, including the Army. He also acknowledges coaching staff, athletic director Chad Gladuk, and newly appointed members of the Naval Academy's Board of Visitors. Furthermore, Trump touches upon positive developments in Navy recruitment and his administration's commitment to strengthening the armed forces with increased budgets and advanced equipment. Coach Brian Newberry and team captains also speak, expressing their gratitude and presenting gifts to the President.

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Australian news outlet ABC reported concerns over a potential Russian request to base aircraft at an Indonesian air force base, sparking diplomatic activity. Canberra sought clarification from Jakarta, with the Australian Defence Minister receiving assurances from his Indonesian counterpart that such reports were untrue and no request had been received at the ministerial level. Despite this denial, earlier reports suggested a formal Russian request and a history of Russian military activity involving the base. Australian officials expressed alarm about the implications for regional security if Russia gained a military foothold so close to their territory. Indonesia's long-standing foreign policy and potential pressure from other nations were cited as factors that might lead them to reject any Russian request. The Australian opposition criticised the government for potentially lacking prior knowledge of the situation and firmly stated Russia was unwelcome in the region.

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A CoinDesk article dated 16 April 2025 reports on a downturn in the cryptocurrency market. This decline, affecting Bitcoin, XRP, and Cardano's ADA, coincided with a significant drop in Nvidia's stock price. Nvidia faced a $5.5 billion charge due to US restrictions on chip sales to China, impacting investor sentiment across equities and crypto. Concerns about US-China trade tensions, highlighted by potential tariff reinstatements, and their disinflationary effects are also discussed. Market participants were keenly awaiting a US retail sales report and commentary from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell for insights into economic conditions and potential Federal Reserve responses. Overall, the piece connects a specific tech sector setback to broader market anxieties influencing cryptocurrency values.

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Fox News reported that during an upcoming interview on Fox Noticias, host Rachel Campos-Duffy taught President Donald Trump how to say his iconic slogan, "Make America Great Again," in Spanish, which is "Vamos a hacer America grande otra vez." Trump attempted the phrase, saying "America grande otra vez!", which translates to "America great again!". The article highlights this language lesson as part of Campos-Duffy's interview with Trump, where he also stated that the United States is once again respected globally due to his leadership and reflected on his first 100 days in office.

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Australian Shadow Finance Minister Jane Hume contends that government decisions under Albanese have led to a decline in the nation's strength regarding its security. She asserts that current defence spending is insufficient for the prevailing global environment. Hume states that the Coalition aims to rectify this perceived weakness and enhance Australia's defence capabilities, although specific policies have not yet been detailed. She suggests that a future Coalition government would prioritise restoring what they consider an inadequate defence posture.

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Visitor numbers to the United States have significantly decreased, particularly from Australia, marking the sharpest drop since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. This decline is attributed to several factors, including increased border security measures under the Trump administration leading to detentions and deportations, alongside rising anxiety among potential travellers. Concerns about unpredictable entry procedures and the searching of electronic devices have been reported. Furthermore, unfavourable exchange rates and strained international relations are also contributing to this downturn in tourism, prompting travel warnings from several countries and discussions of boycotts.

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Fox News reported that during an upcoming interview on Fox Noticias, host Rachel Campos-Duffy taught President Donald Trump how to say his iconic slogan, "Make America Great Again," in Spanish, which is "Vamos a hacer America grande otra vez." Trump attempted the phrase, saying "America grande otra vez!", which translates to "America great again!". The article highlights this language lesson as part of Campos-Duffy's interview with Trump, where he also stated that the United States is once again respected globally due to his leadership and reflected on his first 100 days in office. 

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Donald Trump is reportedly launching a Monopoly-style mobile game in April, developed by an associate and featuring in-game currency, though it is not affiliated with Hasbro's Monopoly. This venture expands Trump's digital portfolio, which includes past games, NFT collections, and the significantly devalued TRUMP memecoin. Despite criticism and concerns about conflicts of interest, the Trump family defends their involvement in cryptocurrency, asserting their strong belief in the sector. The new game aims to replicate the feel of existing mobile board games and could potentially incorporate Trump-branded digital assets. This move marks Trump's continued exploration of digital ventures, following previous forays into NFTs and cryptocurrency initiatives.

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Australian airlines anticipate an exceptionally busy Easter travel period, with Qantas and Jetstar alone expecting to handle nearly two million passengers across their networks between Easter and Anzac Day. This surge in travel represents a significant increase, leading both airlines to implement measures such as rostering extra staff and having standby aircraft available. Travellers are being advised to arrive at airports significantly earlier than usual and to utilise online check-in and adhere to baggage restrictions to mitigate potential delays. Air New Zealand also projects a substantial rise in Australian passengers, particularly on trans-Tasman routes, urging travellers to plan ahead for a smoother experience. Overall, the reports highlight a widespread expectation of record-breaking travel volumes during the upcoming Easter holidays.

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The US is considering strategies to increase its Bitcoin reserves without using taxpayer money. One approach involves redirecting revenue generated from tariffs imposed under the "America First" trade policy. Another option being explored is revaluing the US Treasury's gold certificates to their current market price and using the surplus to purchase Bitcoin without selling any gold. These considerations follow an executive order from Donald Trump to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, initially stocked with seized cryptocurrency. The administration aims for these acquisition methods to be budget-neutral, avoiding the need for congressional appropriations.

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