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Trump’s new auto tariffs could devastate EV industry—even as Tesla stands to gain
Trump’s new auto tariffs and threat to kill EV tax credits could cripple the electric vehicle industry—except for Tesla, which may benefit due to its US-based production.
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Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs hit poorest nations hardest, risking thousands of jobs and economic instability
Trump’s sweeping new tariffs target some of the world’s poorest nations, threatening industries like Lesotho’s denim exports and risking massive job losses with little clear economic rationale.
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Trump’s steep new tariffs on China risk flooding global markets with unsold goods
Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports risk flooding global markets with excess goods, raising prices at home and escalating global trade tensions.
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Trump administration moves to block $510 million in federal funding to Brown University over campus antisemitism concerns
The Trump administration plans to block $510 million in federal funding to Brown University as part of its crackdown on campus antisemitism, making it the fifth elite university targeted.
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Trump’s Russia tilt alarms NATO’s eastern flank
Trump’s warming ties with Putin and shifting NATO stance are unsettling Eastern Europe, where leaders remain militarily tethered to the US but politically anxious about a “Yalta 2.0” repeat.
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Myanmar’s earthquake disaster deepens a hidden war
Myanmar’s deadly earthquake has compounded the country’s civil war, deepening a humanitarian crisis in rebel-held areas where aid is blocked, and the future of the conflict remains uncertain.
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Pepsi’s big reboot: How the soda giant plans to win back market share from Coke and Dr Pepper
Pepsi is mounting an aggressive campaign to revive its struggling soda business as flagship cola sales fall behind Dr Pepper and overall beverage market share declines.
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Trump leans on Saudi Arabia to boost foreign policy and economic goals
President Trump is relying on Saudi Arabia and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to mediate key global conflicts and boost US economic interests, highlighting the kingdom’s growing strategic importance.
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Traveling to the UK? You may now need digital authorisation even without a visa
The UK now requires visa-exempt travellers, including from the US and most of Europe, to obtain a digital travel authorisation called ETA for short visits or transit.
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Trump’s Truth Social shares tumble as filing signals potential $2.3 billion sell-off
Trump Media stock drops 7.4% after SEC filing includes president’s full stake; ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs add to market jitters.
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Trump launches sweeping new tariffs, marking ‘Liberation Day’ in US trade policy
New 10% baseline tariff and up to 50% reciprocal levies signal dramatic escalation in global trade tensions.
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Trump ends de minimis loophole, upending online shopping from China
Trump’s decision to scrap the de minimis loophole will disrupt Chinese e-commerce shipments and raise prices for US consumers and small retailers.
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Senate approves resolution to block Trump’s Canada tariffs, exposing GOP split
The US Senate has passed a bipartisan resolution to block Trump's tariffs on Canada, but the measure faces likely defeat in the Republican-controlled House.
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A handful of US Republicans break with Trump as US Senate passes resolution to block Canada tariffs
A bipartisan group of senators voted to block President Trump’s 25% tariff on Canadian imports, signalling rare GOP dissent on his trade policy, though the measure faces roadblocks in the House.
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Trump's new tariffs deal blow to Apple, Amazon and major retailers
Trump’s sweeping new tariffs have triggered market turmoil, hitting Apple, Amazon, and major retailers by disrupting global supply chains and raising fears of inflation and retaliation.
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Newsmax soars in meme-stock frenzy, making founder Christopher Ruddy a multibillionaire
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Trump nominee’s ties to Apple raise alarm as labour board freezes worker cases
Two NLRB complaints against Apple were abruptly paused days after Trump nominated the company’s lawyer to head the labour watchdog, fuelling concerns over fairness and political interference.
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Trump security advisor under fire for using Gmail and Signal to handle sensitive military communications
White House national security advisor Michael Waltz is facing scrutiny over use of unsecured Gmail and Signal for official communications, as controversy grows over data leaks, inclusion of a journalist in secret chats, and potential exposure of Israeli intelligence.
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Trump administration suspends Princeton research grants amid antisemitism investigations
Princeton becomes fourth Ivy League school targeted as Trump intensifies scrutiny of universities over campus protests and inclusion policies.
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Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs ignite global backlash as allies break from US
With NATO unity fraying and America’s closest partners seeking distance, President Trump’s unilateral economic and military policies are threatening to unravel decades of transatlantic cooperation.
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Trump administration seeks new deportation deals with nations across Africa, Asia, and Europe
With deportation bottlenecks mounting, the White House is pursuing informal agreements with countries like Rwanda, Mongolia, and Moldova to take in migrants the US no longer wants—raising human rights concerns.
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Brazil positions itself as a winner in Trump’s global trade war
As US-China tensions escalate, Brazil looks to boost exports and attract Chinese investment—emerging as a key beneficiary of shifting global trade flows.
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Chinese factories in Mexico thrive despite tariffs, fuelling trade tensions with Trump administration
As Trump targets China and Mexico with new tariffs, Chinese companies quietly expand in northern Mexico to access the US market tariff-free.
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Trump revives Greenland ambitions with cost study, sparking global tensions and strategic calculations
The White House is exploring the financial and geopolitical implications of acquiring Greenland, turning Trump’s territorial ambitions into actionable policy amid growing friction with Denmark.
