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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.
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Islamist resurgence threatens Bangladesh’s fragile democratic transition
Islamist groups are gaining ground in post-Hasina Bangladesh, threatening secularism and women’s rights amid a fragile democratic transition and weak government resistance.
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Federal workers face chaos, crowding and cleaning toilets as Trump forces full return to office
Trump’s mandate to end remote work across the federal government has triggered disarray, logistical failures, and growing anxiety about layoffs.
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Europe deepens security ties with Turkey despite democratic backsliding amid Trump-Putin reset
Europe is deepening security ties with Turkey despite Erdoğan’s authoritarian crackdown, prioritising defence amid tensions with the US and the threat from Russia.
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Democrats sue Trump over executive order requiring proof of citizenship to vote
The lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of Trump’s sweeping election changes, calling them a federal overreach that threatens to disenfranchise millions.
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What international visitors should know about entering the US under Trump’s border crackdown
Heightened vetting, device searches, and strict visa scrutiny have left even legal immigrants and tourists facing longer interrogations and unexpected detentions at US borders.
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New US entry rules under Trump's border crackdown: What travelers must know to avoid trouble
Heightened vetting, device searches, and strict visa scrutiny have left even legal immigrants and tourists facing longer interrogations and unexpected detentions at US borders.
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'Someone is going to be arrested': Musk’s cryptic post amid row over social security numbers
Elon Musk's cryptic post claims an imminent arrest linked to a major social security fraud scheme involving 400,000 stolen IDs, alleging illegal immigration ties and misallocated FEMA funds, sparking widespread controversy.
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Trump administration launches probe of Harvard's $9 billion in federal aid on grounds of antisemitism
The Trump administration is reviewing nearly $9 billion in federal funding to Harvard over antisemitism concerns, escalating its crackdown on elite universities.
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Tariff fears and market volatility push US investors overseas as S&P 500 posts worst quarter since 2022
US market volatility and Trump’s tariff policies are driving investors toward European stocks, as tech stumbles and economic uncertainty grows.
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US academics begin moving abroad as Trump-era policies shake higher education
Even the Kyiv School of Economics — in a country still at war — extended an open invitation, stating that Ukraine might now be a safer place for threatened academics.
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NASA or Boeing: who is responsible? Wilmore and Williams reflect on Starliner setback
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams took partial responsibility for Boeing's Starliner setback, acknowledging missed questions. Despite issues, they remain confident in Starliner’s future and are committed to rectifying its problems.
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'I had a grilled...': Sunita Williams shares first meal after return from 9-month space Mission
Astronaut Sunita Williams, back from a nine-month ISS mission, reunited with family and had a grilled cheese sandwich. She thanked NASA and SpaceX, while Trump accused Biden of abandoning the astronauts in space.
