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  Trump-Starmer Meeting: British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Thursday. The discussions are expected to focus on the Ukraine conflict, European defense spending, and potential U.S. tariffs on nations imposing Value Added Tax (VAT), which could significantly impact UK exports. The Times House GOP Advances Budget Resolution: House Republicans have narrowly passed a GOP budget blueprint with a 217-215 vote. This marks a significant step toward President Trump's ambitious plan, which includes $4.5 trillion in tax breaks and $2 trillion in spending cuts. The resolution's approval is the initial phase in a lengthy legislative process. AP News Technology and Business Microsoft Adjusts Data Center Strategy: Microsoft has canceled leases for significant data center capacity in the U.S., citing a potential oversupply. This move comes amidst uncertainties in the tech sector, especially following China's DeepS...