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US to Impose 10 Percent Global Tariffs, Steeper Levies for Countries With High Trade Barriers
‘For decades, our country has been looted, pillaged, raped, and plundered by nations near and far, both friend and foe alike,’ Trump said.
Dollar Index Falls Below 103, Hits 6-Month Low
The index may only find support after the Trump administration reveals some good news such as tax cuts or deregulation, according to ING Bank.
US Can Use Tariffs to Fight Chinese Hacking Threats, Lawmaker Says
Artificial intelligence, particularly quantum computing, will be a key in future cybersecurity, experts say.
7 Takeaways From Trump’s Reciprocal Tariff Rollout
The president launched a new chapter in U.S. trade, imposing a 10 percent universal tariff on trading partners and higher reciprocal levies on some.
Ford Announces ‘Employee Pricing’ for All Shoppers After Trump’s Tariffs
U.S. tariffs on auto imports went into effect on Thursday.
Hungary Pulls Out of International Criminal Court as Orban Hosts Netanyahu
Hungary had said it wouldn’t enforce the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant against Netanyahu alleging war crimes in Gaza.
Stellantis Pausing Production at Canada, Mexico Plants; 900 US Workers Temporarily Laid Off
The move follows the start of new U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles and parts, with ripple effects across North American automotive supply chains.
Court Dismisses Appeal of Order Blocking DOGE From Social Security
The case, which involves unions and advocacy groups suing over DOGE’s access to Social Security databases, will proceed in district court.
Pentagon Watchdog Launches Investigation Into Hegseth Over Use of Signal
The Department of Defense inspector general is investigating.
FDA Names New Acting Vaccine Leader After Previous Chief’s Departure
Scott Steele was named acting head. Peter Marks left the position last month over what he saw as HHS Secretary Kennedy’s ’misinformation and lies.’
Carney Says Canada Will Impose Matching Tariffs on US Autos
Canada will impose matching 25 percent tariffs on vehicles imported from the United States, Carney announced.
Shen Yun’s Cultural Accomplishments ‘Will Transcend Time,’ Says Investment Company President
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Tornadoes Kill at Least 6 as Storms Sweep South, Midwest
Deadly storms continue to batter the region, with more severe weather expected through the weekend.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Run for Reelection as Independent
Adams said he “humbly” puts his record as mayor against any of the candidates.
Auto Tariffs Take Effect—Trump’s Trade Actions Shift Gears for Automakers
Shares of U.S. and foreign automakers slump a day after Trump’s tariff announcement.
US Crude Oil Inventories See Surprising Buildup, Oil Price Drops More Than 6 Percent
Higher inventory buildup indicates an oversupply in the market, which is bearish for prices.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate is undertaking the confirmation process for the president’s new administration.
US Treasury Secretary Warns Countries Not to Retaliate After Trump’s Tariff Announcement
‘My advice to every country right now is do not retaliate,’ Secretary Bessent said.
FAA to Increase Support, Oversight for Air Traffic Controllers at Ronald Reagan National Airport
There was a collision and a number of near-misses at the airport in recent months.
‘Audrey’s Children’: This Doctor Should be Nominated for Sainthood
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