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Washington PostFriday, 21 August 2026
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Trump wants a ballroom in Ireland. One man is having a ball fighting it.
Tiny Doonbeg was all in favor of the plan, but concerns about an endangered snail — and 'serial objector' Liam Madden — could derail the project
Terrence Mccoy
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Frustrated Trump lashes out at allies
As victory in Iran proves elusive, he appears to be targeting U.S. partners
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Dip in retail sales is a worrying sign for inflation-weary U.S.
Consumer spending is main engine of economy
Rachel Lerman
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Artificial intelligence is a new force driving inequality
Evidence mounts that it's helping richest people and cities pull further ahead
Shira Ovide
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